Lobster Crostini
Travel Tastes

Lobster Crostini

It’s the appetizer that is an absolute must at Gessner in Hotel Talisa in Vail, Colorado.  The three crostini bites look like a culinary work of art.  As good as they look, they taste even better with loads of lobster, avocado, tomato, and roasted corn drizzled with lemon terragon crème fraîche on a crostini. On … Continue reading

Best Grilled Cheese in Colorado is at Slice O Life in Palisade
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Best Grilled Cheese in Colorado is at Slice O Life in Palisade

This is the sandwich I can’t stop dreaming about.  It’s just a grilled cheese, but the ooey gooeyness of this one makes it an ultimate grilled cheese. I had just finished a 5 mile in Colorado National Monument and wanted a great lunch on my way back to Denver.  I remembered a delightful bakery/cafe in … Continue reading

Sundance’s Pink Grapefruit Margarita
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Sundance’s Pink Grapefruit Margarita

If you love grapefruit and margaritas then this is a match made in heaven for you!  While lunching in the Foundry Grill at Sundance Mountain Resort, I had one of the best margaritas I’ve ever had.  It was so good I did an InstaStory after my first sip!   First, it just looked gorgeous with … Continue reading

24 Hours in My Hometown
3 Day Getaways / Travel Tastes

24 Hours in My Hometown

These days I’m back in my hometown of Greenville, South Carolina, often to spend time with my mom.  Each visit turns into an adventure as we go on culinary explorations.  My hometown has truly turned into a foodie town in recent years.  Check out my blog “Greenville Eats – My Hometown is a Foodie Town“. … Continue reading

Umbrella Drink in a Mountain Town? Yes in Breck & Other New Eats
Explore Colorado / Travel Tastes

Umbrella Drink in a Mountain Town? Yes in Breck & Other New Eats

If you’re a foodie, you should check out the culinary gold mine in the mountain town of Breckenridge, Colorado.  Every time I go there’s something new.  I love trying and sharing my finds in Breck (and other Colorado mountain towns!) and did so in my “Silver Lining of Rich Roots:  The Town of Breckenridge, Colorado” … Continue reading

Après at the Canteen in Breckenridge, Colorado
Explore Colorado / Travel Tastes

Après at the Canteen in Breckenridge, Colorado

When you’re looking for a great spot for après in Breckenridge, Colorado, head to the canteen, the Canteen Tap House and Tavern that is.  It’s comfort food and local brews served up in one of the oldest buildings on Main Street. My friend Melissa and I both decided to go with a Canteen Cocktail.  Our pick … Continue reading

Yes, Sushi is Better in Japan
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Yes, Sushi is Better in Japan

During my 15 hour layover in Narita. I had to have sushi…in Japan. I’ve had great sushi in the United States with Matsuhisa in Aspen being my favorite. But, there’s something about having cuisine from the country it originated from. Yes, it is better here. Coming off a long flight from Denver, I wanted to … Continue reading

Greenville Eats – My Hometown is a Foodie Town!
Travel Tastes

Greenville Eats – My Hometown is a Foodie Town!

Tis the season…to eat!  Since its the season of overindulgence and gluttony, it’s time to share some of my favorite eats in my hometown of Greenville, South Carolina. The food scene in Greenville is surprisingly bold and international. I love that my hometown is getting on the foodie radar of media outlets like Condé Nast … Continue reading