Dining Blog

Red Beans and Rice

It has been a long journey.  For the past two days, I have been trying to cook red beans and rice.  When I was in college at Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the cafeteria cooks prepared read beans and rice every Monday.  Seriously, they...

Anthony’s In the Catalinas

I decided to try a new restaurant, Anthony's In the Catalinas.  I read different reviews. I also saw that this was one of the top 5 restaurants rated by Tucson Living, so I knew it was worth a try.  A wonderful night does not describe our time at Anthony's....

Middendorf’s

While visiting Louisiana, we stopped in Manchac, Louisiana to eat at Middendorf's. My father-in-law loves this restaurant, so we visited while we were in town for an early lunch. Middendorf's is the home of the world famous thin-fried catfish. I don't know about you,...

Mini Cobblers

I love apple cobbler and peach cobbler, but I wanted to try a mini version of the cobbler, which is great for those who don't want large portions.  These were so much fun to make and I had a blast eating them!  Thanks again to Arlette for this great recipe...

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...

Seafire Steakhouse at Paradise Island

Seafire is one of those restaurants you really need to try and get a reservation for instead of just trying to walk in. We reserved an evening at Seafire and really had a great time. I don't eat beef and pork, but my husband loves steak. My husband chose the New York...

Cooking With Chioma

I had a blast cooking with my  Chioma who is an excellent cook and a studies nutrition at the University of Arizona.  Chioma is a personal trainer, but she also consults clients on healthy eating.  What more can you ask for? She's what I call an...

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...

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...

Hattie B’s Hot Chicken

If I find a restaurant that specializes in anything, I want to try their specialty. Hattie B's is known for its hot fried chicken, so I had to try it when we visited Nashville for a short trip. I love homemade fried chicken. However, I don't cook fried foods at home,...

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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

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

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Cup Quequitos

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

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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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