When you are in Las Vegas there are a variety of things to do. In one day you can go to the spa, hang at the pool, check out a show, and hit the tables. Before you know it the sun is rising and you are hungry. There are so many places to eat at on the Las Vegas strip but if you are in the mood for a BIG breakfast then you need to check out Hash House A Go Go. They have gotten so popular they have 2 locations on the strip: The Linq Hotel & Casino and…
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I was intrigued by this place when I heard that they grill their wings, no frying. I do not find that very often. I was also surprised that in addition to wings they did serve up grilled chicken thighs – hence the name of the restaurant. My waitress was wonderful and I asked her what appetizer she would recommend. Hands down she said I must try their Buffalo Chicken Dip. She was 100% right, this dip was amazing. It had a smoky flavor from the chucks of chicken thigh meat plus it was loaded with shredded chicken breast meat that was…
1 CommentAcross the street from the Reading Terminal you can find Field House. This is where the Philadelphia Gator Club meets to watch football games. What a wonderful group of people. They were completely welcoming to an out-of-towner. To kick off the party right, they had a special drink on the menu for the group – the “Gator Chomp”. It was the perfect way to celebrate the football game. They had many traditional pub foods on their menu, all of which sounded good. However, their Kettle Chip Nachos sounded amazing. These were not typical nachos, they layered the chips with house made…
Leave a CommentThe Reading Terminal has been an institution in Philadelphia since 1892. It’s story is one of ups and downs but speaks to the American entrepreneur spirit. This market is bustling with over 80 businesses where visitors and local can get everything from homemade meals & desserts to flowers & books. To be overwhelmed in the Reading Market would be an understatement. Luckily for me I was given advice before I arrived on how to handle this place – know what you are hungry for. It may sound simple but it really was the best advice. While in Philly I wanted…
1 CommentI found another great place to get a hearty breakfast in Nashville – Athens Family Restaurant. And like most breakfast places I’ve tried there was a line out the door for a table. Since I had to wait, I made the best use of my time by combing through the menu to decide what I wanted to try. They serve both Greek and American dishes. It was a lot to choose from but my eyes fell upon the “Morning Paradise” – French toast covered in powdered sugar, cinnamon, blueberries, bananas, and then covered in whipped cream. Was this breakfast or…
1 CommentOne 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 CommentThey 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…
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