Hi everyone, sorry it has been a little while since my last post, life has a way of happening when you least expect it and almost two weeks ago my car was hit by a driver that crossed into my lane. Fortunately everyone is fine but my car was beyond repair, so needless to say … Continue reading Up North BBQ
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Restaurant reviews
In an earlier post I alluded to the fact that I was going to be eating a lot of BBQ. Unfortunately for a few reasons, I didn't get to eat as much as I would have liked, but I also found that things are changing in the world of BBQ. Before I go further , … Continue reading A Little Q.
Hello, and welcome to Boone Appétit. Today we're going to look for a staple of the South, biscuits and gravy. From what I've heard and observed finding the best biscuits and gravy in Knoxville, is a lot like finding the best pizza in New York. Everyone has their favorite restaurant and everyone is pretty passionate … Continue reading Biscuits
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
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.
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.
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.