Dining Blog

Mini Cobblers

by shaylajay | April 2, 2012 | Dining | 2 Comments

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 and cooking...

The Senator’s Place

by shaylajay | November 8, 2016 | Dining | 0 Comments

Being home in the Mississippi Delta always gives me that "warm and fuzzy" feeling inside. I can visit with my family, see old friends, and eat good cooking. My mom always prepared a feast whenever I came home to visit, but now that she is no longer here, I think...

Cooking With Arlette

by shaylajay | March 26, 2012 | Dining | 2 Comments

I have never cooked shrimp because I know it is easy to overcook shrimp. I am so tired of messing up different dishes that I called in a professional, my good friend Arlette, to help me with a pasta dish that I saw her cook a few months ago. You might remember...

Farmer’s Market

by shaylajay | November 8, 2012 | Dining | 0 Comments

I have been trying to find a good farmer's market with great local products. Well, I found one near my house and was so excited while looking at all of the fun things the vendors have to offer. This farmer's market is new to the Dove Mountain area and is at Heritage...

Going Greek

by shaylajay | August 9, 2011 | Dining | 1 Comment

One of my favorite restaurants has closed. They had the best lamb chops ever and now I have to find somewhere else to get great lamb chops. Well, I didn't have to look far. I went to My Big Fat Greek Restaurant on a rainy evening after my husband stated he wanted...

Yes Indeed!

by shaylajay | July 22, 2011 | Dining, Popular | 17 Comments

There's one thing I can't get used to in the desert --- being away from good Southern cooking. My husband and I were craving something good and spicy, so we went to a friend's house and my hubby learned how to cook a Louisiana favorite. My husband's friend, Wayne,...

Happy Birthday to Me!

by shaylajay | August 18, 2011 | Dining | 6 Comments

I am one year younger and I am so thankful for the years God has given me. I stand on Psalm 91:16, "God will give me long life and show me His salvation." For my special day, I hung out with my husband. We watched Jumping the Broom, which was an awesome movie, and...

The Eaves Restaurant

by shaylajay | October 12, 2015 | Dining | 1 Comment

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 the girls. That's what...

Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink

by shaylajay | December 4, 2013 | Dining | 0 Comments

I love pizza, but I don't eat it a lot because it is unhealthy, of course. I met a young lady who told me about Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink. One of my friends also told me that she loved the atmosphere there and that the pizza was great. I decided to meet a...

San Diego

by shaylajay | May 20, 2013 | Dining, Travel | 2 Comments

I spent some quality time in San Diego with my family, and we had a blast hanging out together. Although this was the first Mother's Day without my beautiful mom, it wasn't a sad day at all. I just thanked God for the family He has given me, cherished those...