Two weeks ago, Joni’s daughter got married. So of course I’m not going to miss out on that, even if it means a weekend away from Stillwater so close to the first home game. I very rarely do that. I’m a well-known procrastinator, but I made sure I was in pretty good shape work-wise before …
Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar serves up locally sourced food, freshly juiced drinks, and their own garden in the heart of Oklahoma City Every August my parents come to visit for a couple of weeks. Of course it’s the hottest time of the year, and I’m crazy busy getting ready for football season. But it’s …
One of the first things I learned when I moved to Oklahoma was that everyone is like family. Even when you’re an outsider, they quickly welcome you into the fold. So even though I’m living 1900 miles from my “true” home, I have also made a home here. About 2 months ago Pitt, our football …
Just 2 blocks from the White House, Old Ebbitt Grill serves locally sourced food and wonderful ambiance in the heart of downtown Washington DC A few weeks ago I was back home in Maryland visiting family and friends. My friend Kara lives in North Carolina, but occasionally comes to town when I’m visiting. This was …
Pick savory or sweet…Wicked Waffle has both. But don’t ask for butter or syrup because you won’t get it. These amazing waffles are worth the visit. When I was a kid, we went to downtown DC all the time. Every time friends or family visited from out of town, DC it was. I swear I …
Annapolis, MD. Capital of Maryland. Home of the US Naval Academy. Plus lots of great shopping and restaurants on the water, including Iron Rooster. Kara and I have been friends since college. I basically lived in her dorm for a year, and then we got an apartment together. A tiny apartment barely larger than an efficiency. …
A couple weeks ago I was back in Maryland visiting my parents. I go back every summer, and then when the scheduling works, I also go for a home football game weekend. When I first started coming back I would try to squeeze so much stuff into the trip that I was absolutely exhausted by …
Tim Thai Restaurant is a locally-owned restaurant in the small town of Westminster, MD. If you’re ever out that way, stop by for their delicious cuisine. Hazel and my mom began working together when I was about 12 years old, and she and my parents became very close friends over the years. Hazel is very much an adventurer, …
Franklin’s is a restaurant, brewery, and general store all in one. Don’t miss the opportunity to check out this very unique place in Hyattsville, MD. Every July I go back to Maryland for a couple of weeks, as my final relax/recharge/revive before the chaos of football season begins. The first few years I wore myself out, trying …
Izzy’s Steaks & Chops is a family-owned restaurant in the heart of the Marina District in San Francisco. 21-day aged steaks and Izzy’s Own potatoes await. A few weeks ago I was in San Francisco for my Association of Luxury Suite Directors conference. Every summer the conference is in a different city. Of course we …
A visit to Tadich Grill, located in the heart of downtown San Francisco, is a step into the oldest restaurant in California. A couple of weeks ago I was in San Francisco for my annual Association of Luxury Suite Directors conference. My first visit to SF was about 20 years ago for a job interview, …
Super Duper Burgers. Locally-sourced products, homemade pickles, and declicious food. You’ll definitely want to find one near you in San Francisco. My Association of Luxury Suite Director’s conference was a couple weeks ago in San Francisco. Our hotel was the San Francisco Marriott Marquis, in the heart of downtown. On Wednesday lunch was on our …
Tropisueno Mexican Kitchen is a quick-service Taqueria by day and full-service restaurant by night. And well worth it for fabulous food in San Francisco. Just be prepared to wait in line during the lunch rush. My Association of Luxury Suite Directors conference was held in San Francisco the first week of July. We go to …
A couple weeks ago was my annual suite director’s conference in San Francisco. I arrived a day early, on Sunday, and spent the whole day sightseeing. Of course with the time change I woke up super early on Monday morning. But that was okay, because I was able to get in a great morning run …
Sourdough bread and fresh seafood are just 2 of the things you must do when visiting San Francisco. I found both at Hog Island Oyster Company Two weeks ago I was in San Francisco for my Association of Luxury Suite Director’s conference. My alarm clock went off at 2:30AM that Sunday morning. NOT fun. However, it …