A Food and Travel Blog
The Marriott Shoals Hotel and Spa is the resort to get away and unwind in the Shoals. The resort could pass as a 20th-century castle in the South. The verdigris cupula elegantly sits atop the stately building. The hallways are equally grand. You’ll notice tributes to the Shoals contribution to the music industry in the building….
The Shoals area is known for music, Helen Keller, the Rosenbaum house, and Southern hospitality. And food. From breakfast to dinner, check out these six unique local restaurants that you’re going to want to dig into. 1. Big Bad Breakfast 315 North Court Street, Florence Big Bad Breakfast is located in the heart of downtown…
The GunRunner. Just the name of Florence, Alabama’s first boutique hotel evokes thoughts of excitement, thrills, and perhaps a little danger. The GunRunner Boutique Hotel is definitely one of the coolest places to stay in one of the best small towns in the South. Guests at the GunRunner will enjoy luxurious anonymity via the hotel’s…
Alabama White Barbecue Sauce is a must for grilling season. The tangy goodness of mayonnaise combined with apple cider vinegar and spices enhances everything that it is put on. The recipe that I use for Alabama White Barbecue Sauce comes from Great American Grilling: The Ultimate Backyard Barbecue & Tailgating Cookbook. I typically have all of…
This Dominican Avocado Salad has no sugar – it’s low carb – and it comes together in no time. If you’d like to boost the protein content, serve it with some sliced chicken or baked fish on the top or on the side. The recipe comes from Tiny House Cooking: 175+ Recipes Designed to Create…
On March 5th, 2015, I awoke to the sounds of soft ice pellets hitting the ground. I wasn’t alarmed by the sound – in fact it was somewhat soothing. The weatherman had predicted ice for Alabama, so it didn’t come as a surprise. What did surprise me, though, was the call that would come five…
