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The Pioneer Woman Mercantile, Pawhuska OK

Pawhuska OK is booming again, thanks to The Pioneer Woman Mercantile. Get here early, to visit the General Store, Candy Shop, Bakery, and Restaurant In the opening credits of the Pioneer Woman show on The Food Network, Ree Drummond says she lives on a ranch in the middle of nowhere. I learned that first-hand last week, …

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Pizzaiolo Primo, Pittsburgh PA

Located in Market Square in downtown Pittsburgh, Pizzaiolo Primo serves up delicious, homemade Italian cuisine and fresh-squeezed juices. Last month was my Association of Luxury Suite Director’s conference. Every summer it’s in a different city, and this year was in Pittsburgh. Before this trip I don’t remember the last time I visited Pittsburgh, and I …

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Ermilio’s Italian Home Cooking, Eureka Springs AR

Be prepared to wait when you visit Ermilio’s Italian Home Cooking in Eureka Springs, AR. But it’s well worth it, for amazing Italian food. Last month I spent a very relaxing weekend in Eureka Springs AR. This was my first visit to Eureka Springs, but definitely won’t be my last. I stayed at a cottage, just …

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DaVinci’s Italian Ristorante, Stillwater OK

For the best, authentic Italian fare in Stillwater OK, look no further than DaVinci’s Italian Ristorante. Locally owned, homemade, delicious cuisine. Aaron and I had been talking for months about going to Lucille’s for breakfast or lunch, but for some reason never made it. We finally made plans to go the Tuesday before Christmas. It’s …

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Blue Koi Noodles and Dumplings, Leawood KS

Blue Koi Noodles and Dumplings. I discovered this gem by total coincidence, watching Diner, Drive Ins & Dives. Boy am I happy that I did. I’ve had some of my favorite memories at conference basketball tournaments.  From road trips in an RV to Greensboro for the ACC tourney, to watching Maryland win the ACC in …

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