Gilligan's clam bar and grill is one of those places you have to go to once, just to say you've been. From the moment you walk in you know you're in for something. I'm not sure what it is but ,you're greeted by a grass skirt bedecked manikin wearing a shirt that says,"Got Crabs?", and … Continue reading Gilligan is off the island
Author: Charlie
Hey everyone, how's your summer going? I'm in full lazy days of summer mode and feeling it! I'm not looking for new and exciting places to eat right now, but I had an idea that I'd like to share. I was driving down the road and it suddenly struck me that there are so many … Continue reading Let’s Try Something New.
Hello everyone! Summer is here and it's time to get out into the garden and grab a few items and make something simple yet delicious. A perfect dish for a warm summer evening. I know not everyone has a garden so even if you have to go to the store and buy these few items … Continue reading Summer!
The dust has settled and the last doggie has been put in the corral. It's time to say good bye to the Sonoran Desert of Tucson, Az. For those who wish to visit I would recommend coming out anytime but the Summer. There may be a select few hardy souls that like it hot and … Continue reading The Last Roundup
Growing up in Arizona you hear that expression a lot. Yes, it's a dry heat but so is your oven! However, I can attest that people in Tucson have adjusted quite well to the sweltering conditions. I see people working outside in the middle of the day when it's 105 degrees . I see people … Continue reading It’s A dry Heat!
A trip to Tucson wouldn't be complete with at least four or five meals at a Mexican restaurant. The Mexican food in Tucson is primarily Sonoran style,(which is a northern state in Mexico). Sonoran style to me means, a little spicier than most, maybe a little heavier such as in the chimichanga or the burro … Continue reading The Spice Of Life
Many towns and cities across the county can boast things like, the best donuts or burgers , but only one place can boast about having the best Mexican food, being ranked as a top foodie destination in the country and the place where John Dillinger was captured. That city is Tucson, Arizona. The place I'm … Continue reading A Historic Start.
Hi everyone! I wanted to give you all a little heads up that I'll be heading out to the Southwest and will be posting restaurant reviews and things to do, so stay tuned.
As I'm writing this post, Summer is a couple weeks away, but nature has been busy. The plants have been budding the bees have been buzzing, have you stopped to notice? If you feel it's time to slow down a little and reconnect with nature I have a great suggestion for you and your family. … Continue reading Time For Picking.
Two days ago I decided to take my son and a friend on another culinary adventure. I had been eyeing this place for over a year now and I thought it was finally time to give it a try. Part of this gig is going to new places or at least new to me places … Continue reading Tasting something new.