When I’m visiting a new place, I make a point of trying as many unique and interesting restaurants as possible. If they fit the “hole in the wall” description, so much the better. Yet, I’m prone to miss the hidden gems that I drive past every day. This was the case with Taco Loco in…
Clarksville, Tennessee: A Destination With Something For Everyone
Nashville, Tennessee recently replaced Las Vegas as the bachelorette party capital of the world, and in 2022 it was named the best global destination in June by National Geographic. But an hour outside of this metropolis, Tennessee’s fifth-largest city – Clarksville – offers pleasant green spaces, decadent restaurants, tantalizing wineries and breweries, and more. Whether…
Super Simple 5-Minute Peanut Butter Pad Thai Ramen Recipe
I remember the first time I encountered Pad Thai in a restaurant. My husband ordered it, and when it arrived, he whispered, “Why is there peanut butter smeared on the plate?” If you’ve been following my collection of international recipes, you know that I love Thai food. You can check out my recipes for Thai…
Easy Homemade Flour Tortilla Recipe
This fresh homemade tortilla recipe is a complement to any meal. Some time ago, my local grocery store started carrying refrigerated, ready-to-cook tortilla dough. I tried it once, and I’ve never been able to go back to cold, hard, stale, pre-packed tortillas. The refrigerated dough is still a staple in my kitchen, but when we’re…
The Easiest Sandwich Bread Recipe Ever
I’ve had a bread machine for a long time. And like many people, I spent numerous pandemic days baking at home. But try as I might, I never found a good sandwich bread recipe – you know, one that was light and fluffy and sliceable – until now. The Trouble With White Bread There’s something…
The Beginner Bartender’s Guide to Everything
Remember those 1-800-BARTEND radio advertisements? You don’t have to go to bartender’s school to learn everything you need to know about stocking your home bar and crafting delicious drinks. Master the bartender basics below and check out our favorite recipes. Stocking Your Home Bar First, you will need the right ingredients. Precisely what you will…
Dublin Stout and Cream Recipe
For alcohol aficionados, Ireland is known for two things – Irish coffee and Irish stouts. This creative, creamy cocktail combines the best of both worlds in the Dublin stout and cream. I first came across the inspiration for this recipe on the back of one of my favorite coffee syrups – Monin’s Irish cream syrup….
Creative Ways to Use That Beer You Can’t Stand
I like beer. I especially like trying craft beers. With flavors ranging from grapefruit to Nutella, there’s something for everyone. But sometimes I come across a beer that I just don’t like. That’s where these creative ways to use beer come into play. I’ve Met a Beer I Didn’t Like Have you ever heard someone…
Margarona Rice Recipe
If you’ve spent many mealtimes in a Mexican restaurant, you’ve no doubt seen a margarona – an oversized margarita with a miniature bottle of Corona upturned into it. Now, you can capture those festive flavors in a tasty side dish with this margarona rice recipe. Tips for Making Margarona Rice Margarona rice is one of…
Your Summer Go-To Quick and Easy Homemade Honey Mustard Recipe
Ever since I was a little kid, honey mustard was my go-to sauce for chicken strips or chicken nuggets. As a grown-up, I love this grown-up version of my favorite condiment on salads topped with crispy chicken. You’re going to love this homemade honey mustard recipe. What Is Honey Mustard? If you’ve somehow been living…