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New Orleans: The Food Highlights

Posted on February 24, 2017 by Adrienne

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Fried green tomatoes eggs Benedict, Cafe Fleur de Lis, New Orleans

There are few cities that are as good for foodies as New Orleans is. Read on to find out everywhere I ate on a recent long weekend in NOLA. Continue reading →

Posted in brunch, cajun-creole, fine dining, foodie, louisiana, restaurants, seafood, southern, usa

Two Dining Experiences You Can’t Miss in Havana

Posted on February 8, 2017 by Adrienne

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Steak at L'Atelier paladar

While Cuba isn’t known for its food, we had two great meals in Havana. Read on for details about where we ate. Continue reading →

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A Weekend Getaway to the Windy City

Posted on October 19, 2016 by Adrienne

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Navy Pier from the Seadog architectural boat cruise

Chicago is one of my favorite cities. Here’s how we spent a weekend in the Windy City. Continue reading →

Posted in brunch, cities, fine dining, foodie, illinois, mexican, pet-friendly, restaurants, usa

Five Must-Dos on Maui

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Adrienne

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Haleakala National Park, Maui, Hawaii

I think of Maui, more than any other Hawaiian island, as having a little bit of everything: nice beaches with great snorkeling, dramatic volcanic scenery, and some surrounding islands to visit for the day. With so many options, it can be tough … Continue reading →

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The Sweet Side of New York City

Posted on April 23, 2016 by Adrienne

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Ice cream sandwich from The Meatball Shop

I think it’s hard to argue with the assertion that New York City is the best city in the US – and one of the best in the world – for food. Sure, you may be able to get better … Continue reading →

Posted in desserts, foodie, new york, restaurants, usa

A Weekend in Nashville: 72 Hours of Eating All the Southern Food I Could Get My Hands On

Posted on February 29, 2016 by Adrienne

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Biscuit Love, Nashville, TN

When I found out we were moving to Indiana from California last year, one of the things I was most excited about was the (relative) proximity to Southern cities, especially Nashville. I know Nashville is having A Moment right now, … Continue reading →

Posted in brunch, cities, foodie, restaurants, soul food, southern, tennessee, usa

My Favorite Food Spots from a Weekend in Portland, Oregon

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Adrienne

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Steak club biscuit, Pine State Biscuits, Portland, OR

Portland is a great city for foodies, and it’s compact and easy to navigate, meaning you can see – and eat – a lot, even in a regular two-day weekend. My #1 recommendation for food in Portland is the charming … Continue reading →

Posted in cities, desserts, foodie, italian, oregon, restaurants, southern, usa

The Best Places to Eat in Napa Valley

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Adrienne

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Caramelized diver sea scallops with cauliflower puree, Redd, Yountville, California

It’s not all about the wine: Napa Valley is also a serious food destination. It may be best known for super spendy restaurants like The French Laundry, but there is a lot of great food available at much more reasonable … Continue reading →

Posted in brunch, california, fine dining, foodie, french, italian, pet-friendly, restaurants, usa

Acquerello: SF’s Best Fine Dining

Posted on December 30, 2015 by Adrienne

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Ridged pasta with 'fois gras' scented with black truffles and Marsala, Acquerello restaurant, San Francisco, California

Since I wrote about my second favorite San Francisco fine dining spot, it seems only appropriate to share my #1 favorite. After five years of eating our way through the Bay Area and Napa, both my husband and I agree … Continue reading →

Posted in california, fine dining, foodie, italian, luxury, restaurants, usa

Campton Place: A San Francisco Gem

Posted on December 14, 2015 by Adrienne

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"Chocolate" (chocolate cremeux served with sliced cherries, smoked ice cream and brittles, Campton Place, San Francisco, California

Campton Place might be one of the most under-rated restaurants in San Francisco.  It’s completely omitted from the California guidebook I own, and isn’t often mentioned by people of my generation as one of the best restaurants in the city, … Continue reading →

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