The Boyne River Inn has been a beloved place since 1893. Visitors can enjoy a wonderful meal at BRI. We were greeted as soon as we walked in. The Midwestern hospitality was on full display. We sat outside overlooking the river. It was a beautiful view. Plus is was a great day to be outside; the temperature was fantastic. We started with the Stuffed Dates. These were a unique appetizer that are not normally on menus. They baked Medjool dates that were stuffed with goat cheese. Then they were wrapped in bacon and covered with a balsamic glaze. There was…
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I have visited Caddy’s many times. It is one of my go-to restaurants in Madeira Beach. I love the view of the Gulf. The second floor of the restaurant is the best spot. It was a hot afternoon, so grabbing some frozen drinks was a must. The Frose blended vodka, Moscato, sour mix, peach purée, and pear syrup. This combination was both sweet and sour, almost like a piece of candy. The Rocky Margarita was a nice take on a classic. It blended Silver tequila, triple sec, sour mix, orange juice, and lime juice. It was a very fresh tasting…
Leave a CommentIf you’re looking for a classic Philly cheesesteak, you must head over to John’s Roast Pork. They have been serving this Philly staple since 1930. There are a few options of John’s Ultimate Cheesesteaks: The meat is extremely tender and full of flavor. The simple seasoning that is used on the meat is delicious. It keeps you going back for more. You can’t take just one bite. The sandwiches are large, and you’ll find yourself eating the entire thing. If you are in Philadelphia, then check them out at www.johnroastpork.com Enjoy! T
Leave a CommentWhen we were visiting New York, we are looking for some ice cream. We found Flushing Ice Cream Factory. If you like tons of choices to choose from this was the spot. When we got to visit, we tried a few options. Pistachio is one of my favorites. The large pieces of pistachio nuts added a nice crunch throughout the creaminess. The Matcha was unique flavor. It had a slight earthy and bitter taste but it was toned down from the sweetness of the ice cream. You just keep eating and you don’t know why, but you can’t put it…
Leave a CommentIf you are in Boyne Falls, you have probably heard of Betty’s Restaurant. They have been serving breakfast to visit visitors for years. I was excited to get the Corned Beef Hash. I was really hungry for hash so I was happy it was on the menu. They prepared it perfectly, nice and crispy; Just how I like it. It came with two eggs and toast. I was surprised to see cinnamon raisin bread as an option. I love that the cinnamon raisin toast added sweetness to my breakfast. It complemented the saltines of the corned beef hash. The Farmer’s…
Leave a CommentIf you have a sweet tooth, then visiting Alpine Chocolat Haus in Boyne City, Michigan is a must. They offer all kinds of sweets: ice cream, candy apples, fudge, and chocolates. I wanted ice cream during my visit. They had many flavors to select from. I picked the Chocolate Brownie Caramel. It was very sweet. It had great creaminess. The pieces of brownie added great texture. This is the perfect spot for a summertime visit. www.alpine-chocolat-haus.com Enjoy! T
Leave a CommentIf you want a southern restaurant with a modern twist, check out Fresco’s in Lakeland, Florida. Grab a seat at the bar and start enjoying some of the great cocktails they have to offer. The Blackberry Basil Cooler is sweet and refreshing. It blends vodka, basil, blackberry syrup, lemon, and orange bitters. An Aperol Spritz is a classic cocktail that Fresco’s does well. It includes Aperol, lemon, simple syrup, Prosecco and a splash of soda for bubbles. If you want something that is not overly sweet, this is the cocktail for you. Their Old-Fashion keeps with tradition, smooth and your…
Leave a CommentWith great views overlooking the beach and water, Kennedy’s is the perfect spot to have lunch with family. Grab a refreshing cocktail and enjoy some fresh made rolls while you look over the menu. The Burrata is amazing. It comes with sun-dried tomatoes and truffle pesto. They serve crispy garlic parmesan crostini on the side. The burrata had a delicious creamy soft center. It was perfect to spread on the crostini or even the dinner rolls. The fried calamari is perfect to enjoy at a beach side restaurant. They were lightly breaded and served with marinara sauce on the side.…
Leave a CommentIf you’re looking for a fun mob themed Italian restaurant with an old-school Las Vegas lounge singer, you have to check out Capo’s. The speakeasy style entrance to the restaurant is fun. You walk up to a red door, expecting someone to open it but then a door behind a phone booth opens up. When you walk into the restaurant, your eyes will need to adjust because it’s extremely dark. We were able to get a table up by the stage near the singer. He had a “Rat Pack” look to him and he sounded just like Frank Sinatra and…
Leave a CommentIf you’ve ever been to the upper Peninsula of Michigan, you may have heard of a dish called pasties. These are meat pie type items that were cooked for workers in the mines. The pastry dough was filled with steak, potatoes, rutabaga, and onions. It was an easy meal for the minors to take to work but the history of the pasty date back all the way to the 1200s in Cornwall, England. I was not expecting to find a restaurant in Phoenix, Arizona to have these pasties. But that is what I found with Cornish Pasty Co. I could…
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