Dining Blog

Dakar NOLA

A couple of weeks ago, I escaped the snow here in Huntsville and headed to New Orleans to enjoy the weekend with a dear friend. We had the privilege of securing reservations at Dakar NOLA. During my trip to Louisiana for a week in November, I could not get a...

Julieanna’s Patio Cafe

I'm away in a little city that has so many little surprises everywhere I go.  Today, I stopped to get lunch at a cafe and I was not prepared for what I saw.  The plan was to get lunch to go, but I ended up sitting on the patio and enjoying a great...

The Eaves Restaurant

I think I'm in love with The Eaves Restaurant in Huntsville.  I went on a fun lunch date with some wonderful women I met during my time here in Huntsville.  Sometimes, you have to put work, kids, and everyone else aside and just spend time with...

A Beautiful Sunset

I'm reading a book called "The Greatest Secret," and one of the premises in the book is that gratitude brings blessings. Everyday, I thank God for where He has placed me, for the friends and family he has given me, and for the grace that He has shown me. Today, we...

Tropical Sno

If you have never had a "sno ball," you don't know what you're missing.  It is a sweet little dream that I enjoyed as a kid and still enjoy today.  My husband and I decided to stop by Tropical Sno at the Foothills Mall for a  sweet treat. I ordered a...

Wicked Bao at Fernandina Beach

For dinner, the family and I tried Wicked Bao. Hugh from Amelia Island Board Rentals recommended this place, and I'm so glad he did. When we arrived, the place was packed. There were several people standing outside waiting to get in, but it was worth the wait. Wicked...

Louisiana Lagniappe Destin

My kids and I love the beach, but whenever you go to the beach, it is imperative that you enjoy the seafood local restaurants have to offer. I am always drawn to a great seafood restaurant. We heard Louisiana Lagniappe was a great restaurant for both tourists and...

Slim & Husky’s Gourmet Pizza

I just experienced Slim & Husky's Gourmet Pizza in Tennessee, and I AM IN LOVE! This restaurant is black owned. All three of the founders (Clint Gray, Derrick Moore, and Emanuel "E.J." Reed) are HBCU Tennessee State University grads. Their dream, which...

Martha’s Vineyard – The Food

I love vacations, and this year's vacation at Martha's Vineyard was extra special. It was more of a reset for me and my family, and it was a great reset. We went the last week of June through the first week of July. The Vineyard was lively, but still tranquil. Most of...

Joey K's Restaurant & Bar in New Orleans

My hubby's friend, Robert, has done it again!  When we went to Los Angeles, he told us about this great restaurant in Manhattan Beach and we loved it.  Well, Robert and his wife moved to New Orleans last summer.  While my husband and I were in New...

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Toast It Iz

Toast It Iz

I think my taste buds have died and gone to heaven. I visited one of Huntsville's newest...

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Sexy Fish Miami

Sexy Fish Miami

From the moment you walk into this restaurant, you understand why it is called "Sexy Fish Miami."...

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Dakar NOLA

Dakar NOLA

A couple of weeks ago, I escaped the snow here in Huntsville and headed to New Orleans to enjoy...

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116 Noble

116 Noble

This evening was beyond spectacular. I spent time with some wonderful women from the Huntsville...

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Coffee Rani

Coffee Rani

I recently visited Mandeville, Louisiana, which is across the lake from New Orleans. I used to...

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Leafly Boba Bar

Leafly Boba Bar

Boba tea has been all the craze around Huntsville for the past few years. With so many artificial...

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Purveyor

Purveyor

Today was a great day! I am celebrating another year and having fun doing it. Today is my...

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Poppy Kitchen

Poppy Kitchen

I heard about this restaurant a couple of months ago.  This restaurant has been open less...

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Cup Quequitos

Cup Quequitos

A couple of weeks ago, my family and I attended Second Saturdays Downtown.  Different artists...

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San Diego

San Diego

I spent some quality time in San Diego with my family, and we had a blast hanging out...

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Mini Cobblers

Mini Cobblers

I love apple cobbler and peach cobbler, but I wanted to try a mini version of the cobbler, which...

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Tropical Sno

Tropical Sno

If you have never had a "sno ball," you don't know what you're missing.  It is a sweet little...

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Going Greek

Going Greek

One of my favorite restaurants has closed.  They had the best lamb chops ever and now I have...

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Yes Indeed!

Yes Indeed!

There's one thing I can't get used to in the desert --- being away from good Southern cooking....

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