One of the oldest highways in the United States is the Natchez Trace Parkway. It starts in Tennessee and extends south into Mississippi. If you have ever driven on this road, you have probably come across The Loveless Cafe that looks like something out of the 1950’s and that’s because it is. What started out as motel that offered travelers are great place to stop along their journey it is now a popular place for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I was there for breakfast because I heard that their biscuits were award winning and a must try. There was a…
Leave a CommentMonth: December 2015
They say everything is bigger in Texas. Well Big Lou’s Pizza lives up to that! I was not expecting to see a 42 inch pizza when I stopped in. I was just there to order a 12 inch pie to go. While I was waiting for my pizza, I was shocked when I saw 2 people bringing out this enormous pizza to a family’s table. In reality it could have fed at least 2 families. I knew I had to take a picture because no one would believe it. My reasonably sized pizza was just the perfect size for me.…
1 CommentIf you have hung out in Dallas in recent years, you have probably seen the area of Deep Ellum undergo a transformation. It is the place you have to visit for great food. This is where you will find Twisted Root Burger Co. This place has won multiple awards for their burgers and you know they are proud of it because it’s written right on the wall. They have a great selection of burger combinations on the menu. They have options like: “Southern Comfort” – bourbon bbq sauce, fried green tomatoes, bacon, & cheddar -or- “The Kevin Bacon” – bacon…
1 CommentAbout 10 years ago I had the pleasure of trying a local steakhouse in Houston called Taste of Texas. The steak I had was the BEST I have ever eaten. I was recently back in Houston and I had the opportunity to go back. I took 3 friends with me so that they could experience the mouth watering steaks for themselves. Let’s just say there was not a lot of conversation at the table when dinner arrived. This place is a Houston institution. It’s been around since 1977 and is the largest Independently owned restaurant in the state. They serve Certified…
2 CommentsBefore heading south to Gainesville, I stopped off for breakfast at Metro Diner. It was another restaurant that was featured on The Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives. It’s a great local place that is tucked away in a neighborhood. It was packed for a Friday morning – with a line all the way out the door, spilling onto the sidewalk. I was hungry for French toast and they offered several options to choose from, it was a difficult decision: Cinnamon Raisin Pecan French toast Croissant French toast Pound Cake French toast Yo Hala on the Square French toast (challah…
1 CommentThis is the 2nd post I am doing about Slice. I had to go back because there were so many choices on their menu. I started off with 2 of their small plates: Baked Feta & Brown Butter Pasta. The Baked Feta was amazing. I was able to watch it bake in the wood fire oven. It was a simple dish – olive oil with roasted garlic cloves, sun-dried tomatoes and topped with huge slice of feta cheese. What made this dish so special was the crispy top of the cheese created by being in the piping hot oven. The…
3 CommentsIt has taken me several tries to get into Pancake Pantry – there is ALWAYS a line out the door AND around the block. This place has continued to be a hot spot not just for locals but for tourists as well. You need to plan your day around a visit. If you are an early bird, then get there at 6:00am when they open, that will help avoid the rush. But don’t wait too long, they close at 3:00pm during the week and 4:00pm on the weekend. Instead of using traditional maple syrup, you MUST try their Cinnamon Cream…
3 CommentsI’ve had lots of fried chicken and hot chicken across Tennessee. Each place I go to is unique and different, putting their own spin on the chicken. Hattie B’s offers 5 different heat levels to choose from – they start out with just a plain no spice chicken (basic fried chicken) all the way up to their hottest called “Shut the Cluck Up”. This makes me laugh but I am too afraid to try it. I have heard it is so hot you need to bring a gallon of milk just to calm the heat. I went for the “Hot”,…
Leave a CommentI have another great seafood restaurant that is a must try when visiting Seattle. The Fishermans Restaurant is right on the waterfront near the aquarium and The Crab Pot that I have written about before. You can’t miss the restaurant because of the huge ferris wheel on the dock. I recommend starting with an appetizer of the Crab Dip. It is full of spinach, bay shrimp, crab, & cheese. It is warmed to a perfect temperature and served with tortilla chips. It is perfect for sharing with the table. I knew I wanted fresh fish…
Leave a CommentWhile enjoying pizza at Slice, Casey my bartender recommended I try a Lou’s Pub. Luckily for me Lou’s was just across the street. It’s in a great location in Historic Birmingham. Lou’s is a quaint little bar that is also a package store. This was something very unique and unexpected. They had a large assortment of craft beers that you could buy and try at home. I asked the bartender what he recommended. He suggested the Bushwacker, this is what they are know for. So naturally that i what I tried. It was pretty good. It was the perfect dessert…
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