The downtown College Park MD scene recently got a huge upgrade with MilkBoy ArtHouse, a new restaurant and performance venue. No more Italian Gardens, The Cellar or Terrapin Station in this spot on Route 1! Every time I go back to Maryland, we drive around the U of Maryland campus and College Park, to see …
New-York style pizza goes national at Grimaldi’s Coal Brick-Oven Pizzeria. Delicious thin-crust pizza and a large, local beer and wine list await. Last month OSU football played in the Alamo Bowl. Until 3 years ago, I worked during bowl week. I had fun, but it was a work trip, while my friends were there for fun. Now …
As the sister restaurant to Silver Diner, Silver New American Brasserie in Bethesda MD keeps some classic diner touches while taking the food upscale. Two weeks ago, Oklahoma State had a bye week, and Maryland had a home football game. Couple that with my birthday, and it was the perfect excuse for a weekend back …
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse does not disappoint with a great sports bar area, a huge menu, a great atmosphere, and locations across the country. My parents come to visit me in Oklahoma every August. It’s the most busy time of year for me, as I’m getting ready for football season. But I have to admit, …
The Original Ledo Restaurant is a Maryland institution. Open since 1955, and still run by the Marcos family, you won’t leave hungry or disappointed. Last month I was in Maryland, visiting my family. I go back every July, as a final relax/recharge/rewind before the craziness of football season hits. During this visit I went to Greensboro …
Grotto Wood Fired Grill is a very unique restaurant in the heart of downtown Eureka Springs. You’ll enjoy delicious food and wine in a warm atmosphere. The best intangible perk of my job is building relationships with our donors. When I moved to Oklahoma in 2007, I knew exactly one family. That has completely changed over 9 …
Master Chef David Kanai brings authentic Japanese food and service to Wichita KS with Kanai Sushi. One visit, and you’re hooked
Bar dining goes upscale at Bar Louie! With locations around the country, great food and atmosphere, you’ll definitely want to find one near you. Two weeks ago I drove to Denver with Michele, to take her son Jacksen to college orientation. We drove out Thursday, and the trip took us about 9 ½ hours, including lunch …
Charleston’s Restaurant is an upscale casual restaurant that serves up delicious food in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Oh and the croissants are to die for! On Easter weekend, my original plan was to go to church in OKC on Sunday morning, run a few errands, and then head back to Stillwater. At some point that …
If you’re looking for a huge variety of beers, and delicious food, check out Beer Kitchen in the Westport District of Kansas City MO Two weeks ago I was in Kansas City for the Big 12 Men’s basketball tournament. OSU played on Wednesday night, and unfortunately lost. I was already planning to stay at least until …
The Power & Light District in Kansas City, MO has lots to offer, including Drunken Fish Sushi Restaurant & Lounge for delicious sushi and great service. Two weeks ago I was in Kansas City for the Big 12 men’s basketball tournament. I’m a huge college basketball fan, so the fact that I’ve been able to attend …
For a wonderful, unique taste of Latin America in Oklahoma City, look no further than 1492 New World Latin Cuisine in Midtown. I was raised Catholic, so as a kid there was no option whether or not we were going to church. Once I got to college, I stopped going. My friends and I all had …
There are thousands of restaurants in Dallas. Make sure The Rustic is on your list. Great atmosphere, fantastic food, and a killer backyard for weekend fun. During my first seven years of working at Oklahoma State, I traveled with the football team to every away game. Long story short, that abruptly ended 2 years ago. At home games …
I’m very blessed that cancer does not run in my family. One of my cousins lost her battle with breast cancer about 20 years ago, but fortunately that is it. Last year I had a mammogram scare when they saw “something”, and had to go for a follow-up. Of course I went into panic mode, …
Wisconsin-palooza Day 2 was Badger football in Madison. Blair, one of my ALSD partners in crime, does my job at Wisconsin. So although he and his wife joined us for the Garth concert the night before, Saturday was all work for him. On the plus side, Reg’s neighbors Ben & Jen drove up Saturday to …