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After some delicious dinner’s at Stefano’s my dad recommended I try the restaurant for the first time with him. Read about our weeknight meal and the amazing special’s I tried. This is a classic Italian restaurant with both a pizza and restaurant side, right off of Route 23.
French onion soup is one of my favorite recipes. When I saw Delish’s French Onion Chicken Meatballs, I knew I had to try it. Watch my how-to video as I made this recipe. Read my notes and feedback for making it again, and what I loved about this healthy chicken meatball recipe.
The 2019 Brook Hollow Winery Clam Bake happened on August 3rd — a warm summer day perfect for being outdoors. This was my first visit to Brook Hollow Winery in Columbus, New Jersey. I was excited for our several course meal, bottles of wine to try, and time spent with family and friends. Read about the Clam Bake on the blog, and plan to buy your tickets this time next year!
One of my last adventures in Columbus, Georgia, brought my best friend, her husband, and I to a local farmer’s market. We sampled delicious empanadas, drank coffee, and browsed jewelry and art stands before heading to Vintageville antiques. Next door to Vintageville is ReDesign Time, another consignment shop of unique items for your home. Read my thoughts about my favorite location and see what I bought at the Farmer’s Market.
This week, I'm trying to recreate my favorite flavors from personal chicken pot pies. Using every day ingredients and homemade crust, here's my take on a homey recipe.
A day of pedicures and shopping brought my best friend and I to the Krispy Kreme store. A delicious afternoon snack which I loved, let me see inside the kitchens of a Krispy Kreme store — while trying one of their new donuts.
After exploring the Atlanta Botanical Garden, my bestie and I decided to find a restaurant on-site to rest at. A bright and modern cafe across from the floral Phoenix served an affordable and freshly made lunch. Read about the space and what we ordered for this lunch review.
Visiting my childhood best friend brought me to Atlanta, Georgia for the first time. After driving through Atlanta, we ended up at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. We walked unbelievable flower displays and a special exhibit which was fate for me to see! Check out my photography and thoughts before reading the lunch review.
A family-owned restaurant nestles in the countryside of northern New Jersey. Read about my lunch/dinner visit to The Walpack Inn with my aunt while she was visiting from Florida. We had a full meal — from appetizers to dessert. Read more to learn about the delicious dishes at The Walpack Inn!
Inspired by a Pinterest recipe, I decided to tackle a recipe I always think of: Cheesy broccoli rice casserole. If you make weeknight meals using Knorr’s rice packets, then this fresh, homemade casserole recipe is for you. Cheesy, creamy rice with seasonings and diced pieces of fresh broccoli. Check out the recipe video and download the recipe card.
This week #OnTheBlog I'm making Delish's Crab Cake Poppers. These are a light summertime appetizer that's perfect for backyard BBQs. Your friends will be impressed with the crispy fried outside and luscious crab meat inside. Watch the how-to video to see how it’s made and download the recipe cards to try it yourself!
Inspired by a recipe video I saw on Twitter, I researched Tastemade’s Ritz Cracker Pie and decided to test the recipe. Buttery Ritz Crackers, brown sugar, caramel, and coconut — watch my recipe video to see how I made this popular pie, and my thoughts about the overall flavors and texture.
An easy Knorr’s Spring Vegetable Quiche recipe I had during my first visit to Florida. No matter what skill level you are in the kitchen, this is a great brunch recipe to impress your friends and family.
My last day of my birthday trip to New York City brought me to The American Museum of Natural History. After several hours of exploring I headed back towards Hell’s Kitchen to The Meatball Shop, a minimalist shop with a creative menu offering everything meatball!
My first time to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City. Plus, where to go on a weekday morning for breakfast? Check out the new restaurant review about a bagel shop in the Garment District — and where I spent my morning enjoying the delicious sandwich.
Ichiran Ramen is a Japanese restaurant chain tailored for solo-diners. Popular for its individual stalls and lack of human contact, Ichiran focuses on high-quality ramen and developing traditional flavors. Check out my review of the Midtown Manhattan Ichiran location.
I finally visit Taiyaki NYC in Chinatown — a popular ice cream shop, famous for its fish-shaped ice cream cones. I first found this on Instagram, as influencers and tourists shared their decorative fish-cones. Since I was already in Little Italy, I continued a few blocks down to Chinatown, home of Taiyaki NYC.
Since I was already visiting Alleva Dairy, I decided to pop into Ferrara Bakery and Cafe in Little Italy. I decided to rest my legs in their dining room and order coffee and dessert. Their fresh-made pastries made in house were spectacular. It’s no wonder they’re such a famous destination in Little Italy!
My second foodie-spot brought me to Little Italy. I popped into Alleva Dairy, the oldest cheese shop in the U.S. to see what I could try as a snack. I didn’t make the best choice to experience the authentic history of Alleva Dairy — but I am glad to share the photos and thoughts from visiting this Italian landmark.
A few days in New York City to celebrate my birthday brought me to the major attractions: A walk down the High Line, a stop in Chelsea Market, and a mid-morning ice cream cone from Milk Bar Chelsea. Read about the history of each location and what it was like visiting. Plus, see the famous treats I tried at Milk Bar Chelsea.
