BBQ restaurants that I visit almost always smoke their own meats, however, the smokers are usually outside or in the kitchen away from the view of the customers. It’s disappointing because the customers do not get to see all the work that goes into making the BBQ they enjoy so much. Martin’s BBQ changes all of that for their customers. Their pit is right there inside the restaurant. You can watch the meat go in and come out. You can see and smell the smoky flavor in the air as soon as you walk in. And be warned, you will…
Leave a CommentMonth: March 2016
The Silver Skillet is an institution in Atlanta having been around since 1956. Very little in the appearance has changed; when you walk in you feel like you are in the 50s. That could be the appeal to Hollywood since many different television shows and movies have filmed there. You can visit their website for complete list, it’s impressive. They have many classic diner breakfast items on the menu; I went for an omelet because I had not had one in a while. I was excited to see that I could get American cheese with ham in my omelet.…
Leave a CommentPhoenix is a fun city to visit. If you are into golfing – it’s a must visit. They also have an extensive food scene. While Mexican food would be what you might gravitate to on a visit – I was hungry for Italian. That’s why I was excited to find Giuseppe’s, a small little place in a shopping center. I was thrilled to see that they had rice balls on their menu. They can be hard to find. They called them “Suppli di Riso” so I almost missed them if I hadn’t read the description. Their rice balls were stuffed…
Leave a CommentI found another hot spot serving mouthwatering Southern fried chicken. This time I found myself in Charlotte, North Carolina. Price’s Chicken Coop is a small hole-in-the-wall place that had a line out the door. I visited them on a Saturday so that added to the craziness (just know that are closed Sunday & Monday – so plan accordingly). I got the quarter chicken of all white meat, plus it comes with several sides including cole slaw, tater rounds, and hush puppies. It was indeed a full meal. Since there is no place to sit in the restaurant I ate…
Leave a CommentHappy St. Patrick’s Day to everyone! Irish pubs are fun places to go to. What makes McNamara’s so unique from other pubs I’ve been to is the building – it use to be a funeral home. Now some people may be freaked out by this, but trust me when I say there is no resemblance to a funeral home inside. When you walk through the door it really feels like you are stepping into someone’s home. There are different rooms set up with tables, booths, a bar area, and an upstairs that they use for events. They have an…
Leave a CommentIf you have worked up an appetite visiting the Alamo or enjoying the roller coasters at 6 Flag Fiesta Texas – head over to Dough and enjoy their Neapolitan style pizza. They are made with fresh ingredients and are cooked in a giant wood-burning oven. I would recommend you get a seat at the counter-top area, this way you can watch them make the pizza right in front of you. There is a genuine art to making pizza, especially when it comes to cooking it in the oven – one wrong move and the pizza would be burnt. I…
Leave a CommentAs I have mentioned in previous posts, New Orleans has amazing choices when it comes to food. I was having a great conversation with some locals and I revealed to them how much I love the charbroiled oysters in New Orleans. They mentioned that before I could leave New Orleans I had to try one more place – Drago’s. This is the home of the “Original Charbroiled Oyster”. Well once they said that I knew I had to go. What I love about Drago’s is when you walk in you can see directly into the kitchen area where the grills…
Leave a CommentI remember visiting Café Du Monde when I was a kid. It was the only thing I remembered about New Orleans. Now going back as an adult I have a completely different perspective of the city. However, seeing Café Du Monde and thinking about their beignets made me feel like a kid all over again. The original coffee stand opened in 1862 in the New Orleans French Market. They are open 24/7, which means whenever you get hungry for something sweet, they are there for you. Their world famous coffee is served Black or Au Lait (half and half with…
Leave a CommentIf you’ve ever driven in interstate 75 through Chattanooga, you have probably seen billboards for Sugar’s Ribs. My advice to you is make sure you visit. It’s the perfect spot to stop and stretch your legs from your journey. They are located at the top of a hill that overlooks Chattanooga and the Tennessee River. If you listen closely you might hear the sound of a steam boat floating by. When you walk in you are presented with their menu on the wall. Their options are simple but it can still be hard to decide because everything sounds and smells…
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