The Country Cat-Portland, OR

A cocktail with sorbet in it…. Have you ever seen this on a menu? I certainly hadn’t until I dined at the Country Cat in Portland, OR. Read more

16-Bit-Bar+Arcade-Cincinnati, OH

First off…. How cool is this drink?! So I can get my favorite childhood popsicle dipped in an adult beverage… ?? At 16 Bit Bar and Arcade, the answer would be yes! Read more

We all scream for…

ICE CREAM!!!  Is there really anything better than a couple of scoops on a hot summer day?? I think not! Although I know you can get great ice cream in many cities, I’d like to honor Cincinnati by featuring both Graeter’s and King’s Island. Read more

Holtman’s – Cincinnati, OH location (OTR)

Each time I walk into Holtman’s, my stomach starts to do the happy dance! My first experience with them was years ago when I was walking down Vine street in OTR. Read more

Donna’s Gourmet Cookies-Cincinnati, OH

On the wall inside of Donna’s Gourmet Cookies is a sign that says “A balanced diet is a cookie in each hand.” Anyone that knows me understands how fitting this is to me! I cannot live without cookies Read more

Voodoo Doughnut- Eugene, OR location

Although I am a huge doughnut fan, I had no intentions of giving in to my sweet tooth while visiting Oregon until my friends and I stumbled upon a Voodoo Doughnut in the middle of Eugene. Read more

Nada- Cincinnati, Ohio location

Whether you choose to dine at Nada for brunch, lunch, or dinner, you will find a nice list of specialty beer, wine, and cocktails on their menu.
Many of them have a Mexican  Read more

Tupelo Honey- Raleigh, NC location

I typically do not feature large chains, but as soon as I took a bite of Tupelo Honey’s deliciousness, Read more

The Smith- East Village NY location

I was visiting New York and literally ran to The Smith restaurant in the cold rain after it was highly recommended. Once I entered, I knew I was in for a treat. Oh how much I love a cozy restaurant with Read more