Greek Salad with Couscous
I love Greek food. Not only is it packed with flavor, it's usually pretty healthy. This easy Greek Salad with Couscous salad is no exception. Don't have couscous? Substitute orzo pasta, quinoa or bulgur. I find that the couscous is a frugal way … [Read More...]
Skillet Cornbread for 12″ Skillet
Skillet Cornbread for 12" Skillet After visiting the south, skillet cornbread was on my list of things I wanted to make when I got home. Any … [Read More...]
17th Street Grill: Home of BBQ Champ Mike Mills
17th Street Grill: Home of BBQ Champ Mike Mills When we stumbled upon the 17th Street Grill in Marion, IL we had no idea of Mike Mills' status as a … [Read More...]
Bruce Cafe: Where the Locals Eat
Bruce Cafe: Where the Locals Eat If you want a real mom-and-pop "retro" experience in the south, Bruce Cafe is your place. We came here on the … [Read More...]
Tom’s BBQ: The Best Ribs in Memphis
When we're on a road trip, one of our Foodie Road Trip Rules is to NEVER eat at chain restaurants. Another one of our self-imposed rules is to try a … [Read More...]
Sweetie Pie’s: Soul Food Heaven in St. Louis
Sweetie Pie's is soul food heaven. Being from the north, I didn't grow up on sweet potatoes, fried chicken and okra - but this place makes me wish I … [Read More...]
Benihana Fried Rice Copycat Recipe
Rice recipes are inherently frugal. Problem is, too many people don't make it correctly. When it comes to making rice, the right type of rice is … [Read More...]
Tav on the Ave: Great Bar Fare in Mankato
We have been visiting "The Tav" (Tavern on the Avenue) regularly for over 20 years. It was one of our favorite places to go in college at MSU and as … [Read More...]
New York City Bites: Minetta Tavern, The Halal Guys and Casellula
When I go to New York City, I'm like a kid in a candy store. There are so many mouth-watering restaurant choices right under my nose that I get … [Read More...]
She Crab Soup Recipe: Flavors of the Gulf at Home
On our Panama City Beach road trip, I was reminded how wonderful she crab soup can taste. Living in Minnesota, it's not something we see on the menu … [Read More...]
Tortellini Gorgonzola
This Tortellini Gorgonzola recipe was inspired by a local restaurant called The Neighbors Italian Bistro. I order it almost every time I go there, so … [Read More...]
