Thanksgiving Dinner at my dad’s house is always a treat. My stepmother Martha Ruth not only prepares a delicious meal, but she also decorates the dining room and table to fit the occasion. All of the traditional southern Thanksgiving favorites: turkey and dressing with giblet gravy, carrots, green beans, broccoli casserole, a small portion of [...]

Another Auburn University home game means another fun visit to The Creole and Seafood Shack on HWY 14 W in Auburn. After a much closer homecoming victory than was expected, my great friends Crissy, Gina, and Mike decided they wanted to try dinner at The Shack. The place was PACKED, so obviously Chip and the [...]

Just west of Auburn, AL on Hwy 14 is one of the best dining secrets in the East Alabama area. The Creole and Seafood Shack is a perfect option when visiting the “lovliest village on the plain.” Whether you’re in town on business or to catch the latest SEC West nailbiter, “The Shack” will not [...]

Chicken sandwich and a LOT of fries. Accompanied by a smooth latte.

Chicken Bayou is yumm yumm!

Cooked dinner for a friend last night and decided to try this recipe from AllRecipes.com. So yummy but I am already thinking of modifications!

Small venue with urban feel and unique menu. Owners travel worldwide and change menu for each season. Nice selection of wine or BYOB with cork fee.  Ansley Park area. Reservations suggested.

Houlihan’s can be seen as one of the more posh locations to eat in Columbus, and for good reason. For example, I order sweet tea to start, and receive the sweetened Tazo Black Tea. Good stuff. More than expected. We went to Houlihan’s for my wife’s birthday, and were not disappointed. The wife orders a [...]

Cooking up the panchetta Mixing in the angel hair pasta Finish product! Blackened shrimp tossed in a scampi and white wine sauce with tomatoes, garlic, and parsley then finished off with a little shaved Parmesan cheese. Yum!

I took my wife out for date night tonight, to start the year off right. We chose Ben’s Chophouse. We got an appetizer of collard greens, black eyed peas, and cornbread, a house salad with raspberry vinegarette, and then blackened jumbo shrimp and baked potato. It was awesome. Happy New Year, foodies!

One of my personal favorite spots in town. They have a great regular menu and all of their specials are amazing! Gumbo and the Mussels (the broth was so delicious!) for starters A nice light Seafood Pasta And, one of the specials, Parmesan Encrusted Trout with fresh veggies. So crispy, flaky and succulent!

After a long day of shopping, nothing better than to stop in the food court and pick up some nourishment! Loved having the choice between rice or noodles!

This place is a cafe/bookstore, but oh so much more. Books, full size bar, great selection, window view of the airport, and the food… Oh the food. I started with a bowl of Jambalaya, but ate it so fast I forgot to get a shot. But this piece of cheesecake I had to stop and [...]

I know it sounds like I’m drinking the “Black Cow Kool-Aide” but almost everything here is fantastic! Tried the Lobster and Crab Tots and totally fell the ginger remoulade sauce! Elliott had the steak tournedos smothered in a dark brown veal sauce and I tried the meatloaf. Great rustic meal!

First time visiting La Rue and I enjoyed it immensely. The shrimp wrap was warm and lightly covered with a unique blend of Cajun fire and classic tarter.  Add some Cajun fries and it was remarkable.  Whitney had the salad…and dessert.