Today’s post comes from my friend, Julia, who happens to be a food editor for Paula Deen Magazine. I figure, if we’re going to talk food, why not go to someone who eats her work and then writes about it every day! Here’s Julia… I love good food, and there’s nothing I love more than […]
Red Stick Farmer’s Market: Buy fresh. Buy local.
When our family went to Paris back in 2012, we wanted to shop like the locals at the street markets: fresh fruit, breads, meats and flowers. I had a romantic notion of this Parisian experience, and I was not disappointed! Ever since, I have found exploring farmers’ markets to be one of the best ways to […]
Louisiana: More than beads and beignets
I traveled to Louisiana on business, and most of my trip was paid. All opinions are my own. First, my deepest apologies to the State of Louisiana! I confess I never visited before, because… well, I stereotyped! I took New Orleans, with the French Quarter and bawdy Mardi Gras celebrations, and kind of (well, totally) […]
Family Fun in Tempe
The electric vibe of Tempe, Arizona fits the town, home to Arizona State University. Located only 11 miles east of Phoenix, Tempe stands on its own. A wide variety of dining options, outdoor adventure and unique shops in the Mill Avenue District create a backdrop for family fun in Tempe. Museums, parks and zoos provide […]
Chandler, AZ Itinerary for Families
My daughter and I visited Chandler, AZ earlier this month — our first trip to Arizona. It won’t be our last. We were instantly captivated by the desert landscape, friendly people and the lifestyle. With 330 days of sun and average daytime temperatures of 85*, it should come as no surprise that activities here focus […]
Christmas in Grapevine, Texas
Everything’s bigger in Texas, including ice storms and Christmas celebrations! I had the opportunity to visit Grapevine, the Christmas Capital of Texas, to see first-hand how they celebrate Christmas Texas-style. As an added bonus, I survived “Ice-maggedon” too! As of this writing, the greater Dallas area is still recovering from the ice storm…. but Texans are […]
3 Reasons to Visit Charlottesville
Virginia is home to many great vacation destinations from Williamsburg to Washington, from Virginia Beach to Shenandoah National Park. One of her greatest gems is Charlottesville, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and beloved home of Thomas Jefferson. I’ve lived only three hours from Charlottesville for the past twelve years, but just […]
Sea World’s All-Day Dining Deal
Do you know what it’s like feeding TWO teenage sons at a theme park? Expensive! These guys are bottomless pits! Thankfully, Sea World’s All-Day Dining Deal actually is a deal because so many SeaWorld restaurants are included — and helps our budget! I just wish I had done the math our first trip! Save $53 […]
Historic Ybor City
As long as I can remember, my husband and I have enjoyed exploring neighborhoods wherever we travel. In our early years, we spent a lot of time in Pittsburgh, exploring Squirrel Hill, Mount Washington and the Golden Triangle. Today, we share our love of exploration with our kids, most recently in Tampa, Florida. We enjoyed […]
Dreamland BBQ, a Delectable Review
My son attends college in Birmingham, Alabama, which also happens to be home to Dreamland BBQ. On our first visit to Birmingham, we asked locals to recommend a restaurant, and Dreamland BBQ (also called Dreamland’s) was universally mentioned. As a rule, when ALL the locals recommend the same place, expect it to be good! Dreamland […]