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Hoagie Pasta Salad

Ever in the mood for a hoagie – but do not want all the bread. I know it’s rare we don’t want bread – but here is a great recipe for you! First, make 1 cup ditatini pasta. Next chop of your salad ingredients. I used iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, fresh basil, sweet peppers, salami andContinue reading “Hoagie Pasta Salad”

Double D Diner (Coatsville, PA)

Ever wake up and just want a good greasy diner breakfast? Double D is the place for you! Ambiance/Atmosphere: This old school diner has the same silver tables/breakfast bar with the red chairs and booth seats. It gives a great old school vibe and the staff treat you like family. It is a homey andContinue reading “Double D Diner (Coatsville, PA)”

Harry’s (Sadsburyville, PA)

I have been told about Harry’s and their hotdogs; that they are must try – so I obviously had to go! Ambiance/Atmosphere: This cute corner restaurant has the full experience with a bar side, dinner room and outdoor seating! The flat top grill is in an open setting that you can watch them fry themContinue reading “Harry’s (Sadsburyville, PA)”

Em J’s Cafe (Berwyn, PA)

Mom and I were set to start a girls day with a good breakfast. We decided to check out Em J’s café. Now I cannot wait to go back and try more of their menu. Ambiance/Atmosphere: This cute corner café is cozy with booth and tables. They have a side patio too – but againContinue reading “Em J’s Cafe (Berwyn, PA)”

Timothy’s West Chester, PA

Timothy’s is another great sports bar for good eats, drinks and specials! Ambiance/Atmosphere: There is a nice big wrap around bar to sit with high tops plus seating. Another spot with a great outdoor patio, that will need to check out when the weather starts to get nicer. Bartenders were very nice, welcoming and keptContinue reading “Timothy’s West Chester, PA”

Zucchini Mushroom Pasta

I had some veggies that needed to be cooked and I really wanted to have some pasta. So I decided to use them to make a creamy pasta sauce! I chopped up onions, garlic and mushrooms. I then grated one yellow zucchini. I had a started a pot of water for the pasta. I selectedContinue reading “Zucchini Mushroom Pasta”

Rice Cooker Chicken Bowl

I have tried soup in the rice cooker – but I would say soup tastes better and easier to make on the stove. This time around, I tried to do a rice bowl recipe in the rice cooker. It was easy, and despite just needing some more seasoning and flavor, I would do it again.Continue reading “Rice Cooker Chicken Bowl”

Banana Oat Bites

When you have banana that are too ripe you need to find a recipe. So I decided to make some banana oat bites for breakfast! Start by preheating the oven to 350 and spraying a mini muffin pan. In one bowl combine 3 cups rolled oats, 1 tsp. cinnamon, 1 tsp. baking powder and ¼Continue reading “Banana Oat Bites”

Asuka (West Chester, PA)

Need a place that offers an Asian fusion selection? Asuka is the place for you! Ambiance/Atmosphere: It is more of take out spot but they do have indoor seating. Small tables and a visible sushi bar where you can see them create the magic. Staff were super sweet and patient; that makes for a friendlyContinue reading “Asuka (West Chester, PA)”

Molten Lava Cake

Molten Lava cake is one of my favorite desserts to order while out to eat. If I see they have this on their menu, then I need to order dessert. No questions LOL. But I have never made one so I wanted to try it at home. It may be a reoccurring dessert as itContinue reading “Molten Lava Cake”