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Root Down Brewing (Phoenixville, PA)

When in Phoenixville for a show at The Colonial (review coming soon), you must get a bite to eat beforehand. I have been to Bistro on Bridge, and it was delicious! While walking to the Bridge St. we stumbled upon Root Down Brewing with the doors wide open and inviting! Ambiance/Atmosphere: The art is the firstContinue reading “Root Down Brewing (Phoenixville, PA)”

Air Fryer Pork Belly

IYKYK I love, LOVE, pork belly. I mean, I am Filipina soooo. I needed to try a new way to make pork belly on my own (I can’t always rely on dad making it for me lol). This time around I was inspired by some Asian and Filipino ways to make pork belly. And yetContinue reading “Air Fryer Pork Belly”

Baked Mac and Cheese with Stewed Tomatoes

I love mac and cheese, especially baked mac and cheese. I can remember, as a child, eating at my Nana’s and she made hers with stewed tomatoes. After the bit of a fail in the crock pot that was too small, I decided to give that a try and bake it this time around (FYIContinue reading “Baked Mac and Cheese with Stewed Tomatoes”

Victory Brewing (Downingtown, PA)

Disc golf season means you either fuel up with coffee before, or you celebrate with beer after – right? This time around we went to Victory in Downingtown! Ambiance/Atmosphere: This is the first time I have been to this location, and it is great. There is large bar and seating area inside, with a private roomContinue reading “Victory Brewing (Downingtown, PA)”

Casa Herrera (Thorndale, PA)

Coworkers have said how much they have enjoyed the food at Casa Herrera and now I hvave been back several times. It is one of my favorites because IT. DOES. NOT. DISAPPOINT! Ambiance/Atmosphere: It gives you that rustic Mexican vibe inside; bright colors with the “clay” building look décor. Staff are very friendly and welcoming. ItContinue reading “Casa Herrera (Thorndale, PA)”

Mushroom Bacon

Tournament of Champions was back with another wild season. This recipe came from inspiration from Kevin Lee. And as a mushroom lover, I had to try it! While at the Asian store, I decided to buy a mushroom variety including king oyster mushrooms. The size makes them the easiest to cut into strips for theContinue reading “Mushroom Bacon”

Bar Taco (King of Prussia, PA)

After some fun little shopping mom and I were ready for some lunch and we wanted some Mexican. Bar Taco was the selection and I am counting down the times until I get to go back. Ambiance/Atmosphere: For a Saturday afternoon, it was very busy. So, plan accordingly. We sat at the bar, which was busyContinue reading “Bar Taco (King of Prussia, PA)”

Deep Fried Oyster Mushrooms

IYKYK I love mushrooms. Always have and they have always been my favorite pizza topping too! I love stopping at the Asian market to get a variety of mushrooms and then find new ways to cook them. TOC on the food network usually inspires me! This time I bought a big pack of oyster mushrooms.Continue reading “Deep Fried Oyster Mushrooms”

VK Brewing (Exton, PA)

Killing some time before work meeting means happy hours are necessary. This time around we tried VK to try somewhere new and because of the location. Ambiance/Atmosphere: Formally the Ship Inn, VK has been opened for several years. This is the first time I have been in the building. It was bright and open, yetContinue reading “VK Brewing (Exton, PA)”

Straight Bologna and Peppers

As my grandpa would call it “straight bologna and peppers,” is really the simplest of ingredients put together for a meal. But it’s the nostalgia feeling that comes along with eating it LOL. Here is my take on his classic! I started by roasting some red peppers and tomatoes. I drizzled with EVOO and seasonedContinue reading “Straight Bologna and Peppers”