While wildlife is the highlight of every safari adventure, food plays an essential part in the overall experience, especially for food lovers. So, when planning your next safari holiday, look for a destination where you can immerse in the local culture through its delectable cuisines. If you’re looking for ideas, refer below for the best…
The best thing about fall is the abundance of produce at the farmers market. Squash, potatoes, root veggies, tomatoes, apples and so much more are overflowing. Finding ways to incorporate fall harvest into meals is always fun. I decided to give Butternut Squash Risotto a try. The recipe made so much that I had enough…
Tis the season to make Cherry Bounce! What is Cherry Bounce? Well, my friends, this is quite a delightful little concoction that requires a bit of time to age but is completely worth the wait. Of course, you’ll need some cherries. I stopped by a local pick your own farm and picked 5 pints, but…
Wondering how I ended up spending a day in Medina, Ohio? The plan was simple enough. Head to Cleveland to spend two days researching my SecretCleveland book. In January. In questionable weather conditions. I didn’t say I always have the best plans, but sometimes a missed opportunity leads to something quite unexpected and enjoyable. I…
There are so many free and affordable things to do in Petoskey that you won’t regret the drive. Plus you’ll end up traveling along secondary roads, passing through small towns, and spending a fair amount of time oohing an ahhhing over the scenery. Plan to stop for treats at roadside farm market stands and pick…
I love cooking and baking for the holidays. While our holiday meal main courses tend to remain pretty much the same I like to play around with appetizers and desserts. A while back I started making these goat cheese & fig bites appetizer recipe and we love it. It’s incredibly easy to make (always a requirement)…
Located just 45 minutes northwest of historic Savannah, is Statesboro, Georgia, home to Georgia Southern University, top-notch dining, rich history and authentic Southern hospitality. With plenty of interesting adventures and one-of-a-kind experiences to go around, this friendly small-town packs a big punch. Visitors to the area quickly sense a welcoming hometown vibe that leaves them…
This will be the best side dish you’ll serve with your holiday meals this year. Seriously, guests will rave about this apple butternut squash casserole with bacon-pecan topping. Really? What’s not to love? There’s butternut squash, there’s bacon, there are pecans. It’s actually pretty epic. You’ll love this dish so much that you’ll want to…
Take the scenic route an hour east of Atlanta and eight miles south of Athens to Watkinsville, Georgia, for exploration, entertainment and outdoor fun that can be enjoyed through every season. There’s something special about discovering a smaller-sized town and countryside not far from home yet far enough to stay overnight. Here visitors can pick…
Charming is the best way to describe the Mentone Inn and its surrounding town of Mentone, Alabama. Located on the top of Lookout Mountain, Mentone is the “highest town in Alabama.” The Mentone Inn is situated right in the heart of this charming, mountain town. The B&B was built in 1927, originally called Hal’s Hotel. It’s…
Even if you can’t point to Wytheville, Virginia on a map without some serious searching we’re here to share the all the reasons to visit this small town in SW Virginia. You’ll soon wonder why it’s taken you this long to discover this gem near the Blue Ridge Mountains and a short 30 minutes drive…
The number one question I’m usually asked about destinations, and more specifically this destination, is what are the best restaurants in Loudon, TN. I get it, there are usually too many choices, you don’t want to make the wrong choice, you want to find fun, unique food experiences when traveling and all your concerns are…
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