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On The Road: Breakfast at Little America WY

Little America is a classic stop on a section of I-80 that has very few stops. The breakfast shop is simple, which is part of its appeal. The staff was very friendly and my breakfast a good start for the morning's drive. Thanks, folks!

Dinner at The Steak Pit at Snowbird

Dinner at The Steak Pit was a treat. The staff was marvelous, my steak excellent, my carrots outstanding. Thanks, folks!

On The Road: Lunch at Red Iguana II in Salt Lake City

The Red Iguana restaurants are my go-to meal when I travel to or through Salt Lake City. My mole was delicious, savory and just a little sweet. The staff was great. Thanks, folks!

Breakfast at Jailhouse Cafe in Moab UT

Jailhouse Cafe is my favorite breakfast spot in Moab. I decided to try something different and ordered their eggs benedict. They were delicious, full of flavors and textures. The staff and proprietor were very welcoming. Thanks, folks!

On The Road: Dinner at Birdy's in Moab UT

Birdy's is on the main strip in Moab and I very much enjoyed my dinner. My chicken was tasty and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. I couldn't pass up the peach dessert. Thanks, folks!

Breakfast at The Bindery in Denver

The Bindery has a great atmosphere overlooking downtown Denver. I ordered the Dutch baby, which was thick and rich. The staff was great. Thanks, folks!

Dinner at Mt. Everest Cafe in Fort Collins CO

Good food, good conversation, friendly proprietors. Thanks, folks!

On The Road: Lunch at Subway in North Platte NE

The meatball sub at Subway is a reliable meal on the road. The staff was helpful and my sandwich tasty. Thanks, folks!

Burger at Vike's Corner in Waverly NE

A great burger and fries outside. Who could ask for more? The proprietor was very friendly, as always. Thanks, folks!

Shrimp Etouffee

I used some ingredients from the freezer to make a delicious etouffee. I am grateful for the making and the eating.

Peach Pancakes for Breakfast

This year's peaches are great and pancakes make a great platform on which to show them off. I am grateful for such wonderful food.

Steak Night at HyVee

What a treat! The staff is great and the meal hearty. Thanks, folks!

Tomato Sauce

A box of tomatoes gave me the opportunity to make a big batch of tomato sauce using Kenji Alt-Lopez's recipe. The result was rich and full of flavor. I decided to freeze everything rather than can. I am grateful for the opportunity to make and enjoy such wonderful food.

Ice Cream at 402 Creamery

402 ice cream is always very creamy. My chocolate was good and chocolatey. The staff was great. I sat inside and enjoyed my treat. Thanks, folks!

Dan Dan Noodles

I've always enjoyed Dan Dan noodles but never before made them. A pickled vegetable gave the topping great tang. I made my own noodles using the Italian recipe. The result was delicious. I am grateful for the chance to make and eat such wonderful food.

Breakfast at Penelope's Lil' Cafe

Another great breakfast from the Penelope's team. Their green sauce is the hit of my morning. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. Thanks, folks!

Dinner at Vincenzo's in the Haymarket

I always enjoy my visits to Vincenzo's. My eggplant parm was hearty and full of flavor. I ordered dessert for a change, a real treat. The staff was great, as always. Thanks, folks!

Dinner at Blue Orchid

Great food and gracious service from the staff, as always. I've never before tried the strawberry cake and it was excellent. Thanks, folks!