Dining Blog

Pappadeaux’s Seafood House in Phoenix

Matt's friends were in town from Seattle, so we hung out in Phoenix and decided to get some Pappadeaux's. I miss my crawfish etouffee, so I knew I had to order it before we arrived.  My husband is a country boy at heart, so he wanted me to eat some alligator ---...

Pumpkin Cupcakes

I'm so bad I can't stand myself!  Can you believe that I tried to bake cupcakes for the first time in my life (from scratch I might add) and they turned out delicious?  I even made the cream cheese frosting from scratch and was like a kid at Christmas. ...

Nobu at Paradise Island

Atlantis has so many different restaurants to choose from. You can eat at most of the hotels, so we visited Nobu at The Royal Hotel during our stay. My family and I absolutely loved Nobu. Nobu at The Royal Hotel at Atlantis I ordered the shrimp & Bahamian lobster...

Sexy Fish Miami

From the moment you walk into this restaurant, you understand why it is called "Sexy Fish Miami." The designs on the ceiling flow with the music, and the floor also dances to the music with brightly colored lighting. The decor is vibrant, coastal Miami. The people are...

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...

Lux Bru – Madison

Today, I met a group of amazing women for coffee at Lux Bru, a beautiful, French-inspired cafe and high-end espresso bar in Madison. I pass Lux Bru all the time, and when I decided it was time for my girlfriend fix, I wanted to try this cafe. Lux Bru did not...

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...

Coffee Rani

I recently visited Mandeville, Louisiana, which is across the lake from New Orleans. I used to love this city when I lived in Baton Rouge many years ago. They have fun restaurants and shopping. I was there shopping during lunch, so I asked some of the locals about the...

Toast It Iz

I think my taste buds have died and gone to heaven. I visited one of Huntsville's newest restaurants, Toast It Iz, a Cajun brunch and Southern soul food restaurant with a flavorful menu. I met some friends for a much needed talk about life, kids, purpose, and all that...

Lo-Lo’s Chicken and Waffles

My husband and I took a fun road trip to Scottsdale to eat at Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles.  We met about 20 friends at the restaurant and just enjoyed each other's company.   I never pass up an opportunity to eat good food and hang out with a great...

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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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