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Oven Baked Red Snapper

After browsing me two go to apps, The Foot Network App and Pinterest, here is how our oven baked red snapper came together. I think it turned out really good! (but always room for improvement lol) I started by preheating the oven to 400 degrees. I dried the fish with a paper towel to removeContinue reading “Oven Baked Red Snapper”

The Lawn at Love Park (Philadelphia)

Next stop for girls weekend was a few more stops up the regional rail to Love Park. When in Philly, stopping by Love Park is a must (specially on a beautiful summer day)! New, is The Lawn at Love Park, a pop up beer garden! Ambiance/Atmosphere: They have a gorgeous garden set up with plentyContinue reading “The Lawn at Love Park (Philadelphia)”

Lola’s Garden (Ardmore, PA)

A girls weekend always requires good food and drinks! After some research and debate, we picked Lola’s Garden in Ardmore. They have only recently opened in the past few months, so they are new. And in all honesty, we made the best decision and I cannot wait to go back! Ambiance/Atmosphere: There is indoor seating,Continue reading “Lola’s Garden (Ardmore, PA)”

Baked Tomatoes and Goat Cheese Pasta

The tomato a feta baked pasta has been trending for a while now. But while watching Food Network Ree Drummond decided to put a twist on this food trend and use goat cheese. So naturally I needed to try the goat as well! I used Ree’s recipe as a guide, and created this delicious dinnerContinue reading “Baked Tomatoes and Goat Cheese Pasta”

Conway Social Club (Lancaster, PA)

Next stop after the Exchange was Conway Social Club for another chill cocktail experience on First Friday. Located above Annie Baileys, you are going to want to check out their chic lounge bar! Ambiance/Atmosphere: This fun spot requires a knock for entry. It gives you speakeasy vibes as you have to knock and wait toContinue reading “Conway Social Club (Lancaster, PA)”

The Exchange (Lancaster, PA)

This time of year, when outdoor dining is at the best, we love to go to rooftops! The Exchange is always one of our favorites. It has become so popular, and since COVID, it is hard to get in, so a reservation in advance, more than a few days, is always the way to go.Continue reading “The Exchange (Lancaster, PA)”

Sweet Shop (Skippak, PA)

After a day of organizing and unpacking with Casey, calls for dessert. And of course it should be ice cream, because that is our favorite! We took a nice stroll to Sweet Spot right by her house. It was beautiful summer day and ice cream just made it that much better! Ambiance/Atmosphere: This cute littleContinue reading “Sweet Shop (Skippak, PA)”

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

I was given some fresh produce from a co-workers garden and jalapeños were in the mix. I am not a huge spicy person, but thought this was the perfect time to try a bacon wrapped jalapeño popper. Again, who doesn’t enjoy something wrapped in bacon?!? With ingredients I had at home, here is how theyContinue reading “Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers”

Carrabba’s Italian Grill

Last stop on our weekend trip was Carabbas for a birthday meal! A great family place, with good food and drinks! Ambiance/Atmosphere: I have been to several different locations and they have an open kitchen which is great, table and booth seating as well as the bar. The staff were friendly, welcoming and gave speedyContinue reading “Carrabba’s Italian Grill”

Beer Battered Fish Tacos

I made fish tacos not too long ago with a tempura batter. This time around, I used a beer batter and they turned out SOOO much better. They were perfect. Essentially, I followed the same recipe with a few changes. I had cod filets on a paper towel trying to soak up most of theContinue reading “Beer Battered Fish Tacos”