Atlanta etc.: Marilyn Wolf's Food Blog and Restaurant Blog

This delicious mango made for enjoyable variety in my fussy French toast. A little ricotta rounds out the experience. I am grateful.

I hit the road to see some Sandhill Cranes. Lunchtime came when I hit Grand Island. I stopped at the big truck stop for lunch. My meatball sub was just what I needed. Thanks, folks!

This is an early stage of my croissant process. Rolling out the layers takes just a little practice and a bit of patience. The reward is a wonderful treat.

I have several favorite breakfasts at The Hub. The skillet is one of my favorites. I ordered it with sausage for extra deliciousness. And the coffee at The Hub is great, too. Thanks, folks!

Baba's has become a fixture on the UNL campus. The proprietor is cheerful and welcoming. And the food is great. My go-to lunch is the falafel sandwich: great textures, rich flavors, just the right amount of kick when I order it spicy. Thank you!

A wonderful meal with wonderful friends. I am grateful.

I decided to make some cannoli based on Alex Guarnaschelli's recipe . A relatively small amount of dough made quite a few shells when rolled out to a pleasing thinness. My new cannnoli molds performed very well. The primary ingredients of the filling are ricotta, powdered sugar, and cream. I used a pastry bag to stuff. I of course at it immediately. There's nothing quite like a freshly-stuffed cannoli. They are great for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!

I decided to make another olive braid loaf using my sourdough starter. I messed up and put a little too much water into the dough, making it loose and sticky. The result was that my shaping was even worse than usual. But it was still a treat. Eating your mistakes is a critical cooking skill.

My lunch at Heoya was filled with all sorts of flavor, umami and otherwise. My plate was comforting without stuffing me. The staff was very friendly. Thanks, folks!

Kung pao tofu makes a great lunch. Thanks, folks!

I stopped by Cultiva for my first breakfast there in quite some time. The staff was, as always, very friendly and welcoming. My superb coffee was complemented by this fully omelet. Thanks for the hearty breakfast, folks!

The Drover has on my list to try for quite some time. My very enjoyable meal started with this loaf of bread and a trip to the salad bar. My steak was an excellent example of Nebraska beef. The staff was friendly and helpful throughout. Thanks, folks!

Sorry, I was too hungry to take a picture of my delicious breakfast. But rest assured that my breakfast tacos were meaty and flavorful. My coffee, roasted in the back room, was excellent. Thanks, folks!

Paschal's is a favorite both in town and at ATL. My veggie plate was rich and delicious. Thank you!

Glass Half Full was a great place for lunch with great service. Healthy and flavorful. Thanks, folks!

Sunrise Biscuit Kitchen is an old-fashioned drive-thru for breakfast. The proprietor was very friendly and helpful as she prepared my breakfast. And what a breakfast! Tender biscuit, moist fried chicken, delicious coffee. I sat in the parking lot and enjoyed. I really don't know why anyone in Chapel Hill would eat a chain breakfast when they have such wonderful biscuits available. Thank you!

Excellent breakfast, wonderful service. Thanks, folks!

Barbeque Kitchen continues to be one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. Their food is excellent, their rutabagas are a revelation. They always make me feel welcome. Thank you!

I ordered a Lou Malnati's pizza for a treat. It arrived frozen in a cold box. The instructions recommended cooking it from its frozen state. I worried that the thickness of the pizza would result in uneven cooking but that method worked like a charm. As you can see, it didn't last long.

The Little Farmhouse has a very convenient location just next to Spaghetti Junction. My breakfast was delicious and full of fresh ingredients. The staff was very friendly and kept the coffee coming. Thanks, folks!

The team at Sprig gave me another outstanding dinner experience. The meal started with grit fries. My main course was succulent salmon. Ny red velvet cake was very enjoyable. Thanks, folks!

I haven't been to Galla's in awhile. I was glad to see that they are doing well. My eggplant parm was flavorful and hearty, a great meal on a nice day. Thanks, folks!

First Watch in Chamblee has become a popular breakfast destination. The staff was very frienndly during my visit and my omelet was excellent. Thanks, folks!

Vegetable Zhong-style dumplings are my favorite meal from Gu's kitchen. I sat im my car on a nice day to enjoy and appreciate the blessings of life.

I always enjoy my kung pao tofu at Mr. Hui's. Thanks, folks!

Huevos rancheros with freshly fried corn tortillas is delicious! What a way to wake up.

A hearthy meal for a winter night. I am happy and grateful.

I am defenseless against entreaties by Girl Scouts to buy cookies. I purchased these at the grocery store. Thin Mints are a must, of course. I really enjoyed the new adventurefuls---the caramel was great. Thank you!

I stopped for a very satisfying brunch at Farm House on 84th in Omaha. The restaurant was very busy but I was able to sit down right away at the counter. My server was very friendly and welcoming. My omelet was excellent and the coffee kept coming. Thank you!

This protein-rich meal was just what I needed after a drive. The staff was friendly and helpful. Thanks, folks!