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Home » Interests » Food

Forget pumpkin! Make mine maple! (cookie recipe)

October 24, 2022 by Karen Dawkins 4 Comments

plate of maple cookies

Maple Cookie post updated October, 2022 Pumpkin spice latte might be the social media darling of October and November. But, its spot at the top of the fall flavor world may be coming to an end. And maple is to blame! Personally, I’m not a big pumpkin spice latte fan. I like pumpkin pie, pumpkin […]

Filed Under: At home, Food, Interests, Pennsylvania, Recipes, USA Tagged With: recipes

The best restaurants in Erie, PA

December 8, 2021 by Karen Dawkins 9 Comments

If you’ve read many posts on this blog, you probably know I enjoy discovering the best food wherever I go. I’ve now been to Erie, Pennsylvania twice, and I’ve eaten at enough restaurants now to be able to share our guide to the best restaurants in Erie, PA! For ease of planning, I’m breaking these […]

Filed Under: Food, Pennsylvania, USA

Busch Gardens Meal Deal: Is it worth it?

August 11, 2019 by Karen Dawkins 14 Comments

The German Sampler at Busch Gardens Virginia

We are avid fans of Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, VA. The park is consistently rated the most beautiful theme park in the country. Their food, especially the ribs at Trappers Smokehouse, is really good. And, the portions are huge!   Post Updated June, 2018 In years past, Busch Gardens offered a meal deal: A full meal, […]

Filed Under: Destinations, Food, Interests, Other Theme Parks, theme parks, Theme Parks and Zoos, USA, Virginia

Complete guide to the best restaurants in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

February 19, 2019 by Karen Dawkins 125 Comments

If you’re a regular reader (and I hope you are!!!), you know I’m a big fan of Alabama’s Beaches. As a regular visitor, I get to try new restaurants in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach every time I go. I have collected a few favorites along the way, the very best restaurants in Orange Beach, […]

Filed Under: Alabama, Destinations, Food

Best places to eat in Savannah

April 16, 2018 by Karen Dawkins 27 Comments

Updated April 2018! Planning a visit to historic Savannah, Georgia, means you also have to decide which of the many top restaurants in Savannah should make your “must do” list! When visiting the Savannah historic district, you’ll see impressive architecture set amid centuries old live oak trees draped in Spanish moss. No doubt, you’ll tour […]

Filed Under: Destinations, Food, Georgia, Georgia, Interests, USA

Yes, you can dine on a budget in NYC

January 31, 2017 by Karen Dawkins Leave a Comment

Planning a trip to New York City can be a wild ride. There are so many things you want to do and see, but you have a limited amount of time and money. How do you squeeze it all in without going broke? Let’s start with food! My friend, and NYC local, Chad Gayle suggests […]

Filed Under: Destinations, Food, New York

Dining at historic Michie Tavern in Charlottesville, VA

January 25, 2017 by Karen Dawkins Leave a Comment

Michie Tavern First established in 1784 by Corporal William Michie (pronounced Mickey), Michie Tavern has seen a lot in its 200 plus years. William’s father had given him the property which is fed by a natural spring. He built his tavern alongside Buck Mountain Road, perfectly positioned to serve passing travelers. The tavern was often crowded, […]

Filed Under: Food, USA, Virginia

Art and Clay on Main

October 25, 2016 by Karen Dawkins 1 Comment

In Downtown Lancaster, Ohio, historic buildings line Main Street, a true historical gem of architectural style long abandoned by modern developers who prefer ease over form. Lancaster could have succumbed to modern improvements, but the residents of this city chose the harder route, refurbishing these gems and preserving them for future generations. Within one of […]

Filed Under: Arts/Culture, Destinations, Food, Interests, Kid Fun, Ohio, Shopping, USA

Avondale ~ Birmingham’s newest and best

October 15, 2015 by Karen Dawkins 2 Comments

I’ve been traveling to Birmingham, Alabama regularly for a few years to see my son, who’s in college there. Every time I visit, we explore someplace new. On my last trip, I headed to Avondale, considered one of the hippest up and coming neighborhoods in America. Avondale, at its core, is a creative place. Home […]

Filed Under: Alabama, Food, Interests, USA

Belgian Waffles at the Green Tree Inn

September 24, 2015 by Karen Dawkins 45 Comments

In the tiny town of Elsah, Illinois, tucked between bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River, you will discover the world’s best Belgian Waffles. Okay — maybe in Belgium you can find better Belgian Waffles, but for those of us not destined for Belgium in the near future, Elsah is the place! The Green Tree Inn The Green […]

Filed Under: accommodations, Destinations, Food, hotels, Illinois, Interests, Reviews, USA

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Meet Karen Dawkins

An avid traveler, I enjoy discovering new places: history, culture, and adventure. I love it all! Well, not bugs. I don’t like bugs very much, so I probably won’t visit a bug museum.

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