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CAVA (Silver Spring, MD)

The third food stop on the weekend trip was CAVA. I like to describe CAVA as the Mediterranean version of Chipotle. Menu: You enter CAVA and go up and order, select your ingredients and toppings just like Chipotle. Your options include a salad, grain bowl, grain+green bowl, pita, mini pita or Rightrice bowl. The have preselectContinue reading “CAVA (Silver Spring, MD)”

My Top Food Network Shows

If I have finished all my binge worthy shows and I am waiting for new episodes or seasons to be released, then you will most likely find me watching Food Network. I would say at least 5 out of the 7 days of the week, the Food Network on the TV. I love it😍. IContinue reading “My Top Food Network Shows”

Einstein Bros. Bagels (Silver Spring, MD)

A weekend trip in Maryland means it is a trip that includes foods! First up was Einstein Bros. Bagels for breakfast! They have a variety of locations for you to check out. Menu: They have a great variety of bagels including traditional flavors and gourmet flavors. As well as sandwiches and lunch on the menu!Continue reading “Einstein Bros. Bagels (Silver Spring, MD)”

Cheesesteak Sandwiches

While shopping at Lidl, I came across some items on sale, including shaved beef. Seeing as they had their own bakery in the store – this inspired me to make some cheesesteak sandwiches! Turns out last week was National Cheesesteak day when I made these! I went back around the store at Lidl and grabbedContinue reading “Cheesesteak Sandwiches”

Stuffed Baby Bella Mushrooms

As promised – my stuffed mushrooms🍄 recipe! I do not use frozen crab cakes as my cheat for this recipe. I do make my own filling for stuffed baby bellas! Mushroom Crab Filling🦀 I combine all the ingredients below to make the filling. This recipe usually makes about 2-3 8oz. packages of baby bella mushrooms,Continue reading “Stuffed Baby Bella Mushrooms”

Korean BBQ Stir Fry

Sometimes sandwiches and salads are boring or old for lunch options. So I am always looking for something new, quick and easy for lunches! I came across this kit while shopping at Walmart so I thought I would give it a try. It came with a garlic-ginger paste, Korean BBQ sauce and sesame seeds forContinue reading “Korean BBQ Stir Fry”

Mad Chef (East Petersburg, PA)

If you haven’t been to Mad Chef yet, you better start planning your next trip to go. As always, you will not be disappointed – it’s another must go to place for good beer and food! Ambiance/Atmosphere: Pre-covid, Mad Chef was your traditional pub style restaurant. Come in and find your seat. We used to haveContinue reading “Mad Chef (East Petersburg, PA)”

Oven Baked Ribs

“I want my baby back, baby back ribs” Who remembers that Chili’s commercial jingle!? Pork ribs are another favorite in our house! The key to the perfect, fall off the bone ribs, is cooking it low and slow. First let’s start with the rub. You can buy your own rub, but I typically make myContinue reading “Oven Baked Ribs”

Fresh Cut French Fries

I love French fries!🍟 Honestly, I love potatoes🥔 in any form. But fries have a special place in my heart! I love to make fresh cut fries at home. My mom and the Food Network taught me all the secrets to the best fresh cut fries! What you need: Potatoes🥔 (preferably in an oblong shape)Continue reading “Fresh Cut French Fries”

Kelly’s (Thorndale)

Our favorite breakfast spot to eat in and take out: Kelly’s. We came across this place when we first moved in this area, and it stills stands as our favorite breakfast spot. Ambiance/Atmosphere: Another great family-owned restaurant. In the past couple years, they have expanded and the space is great! Kelly’s is an open cafe withContinue reading “Kelly’s (Thorndale)”