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

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Dinner with friends at Villa Amore was a welcome treat, with a great staff serving comforting food. We started with fried calimari. My eggplant parm was tasty and comforting. Thanks, folks!

My flight was early but not so early as to preclude eating breakfast before going to the airport. Fig Tree Cafe was a great choice. My food was hearty and tasty. The location was open and airy but protected from the morning rain. The staff was great. Thanks, folks!

Thanksgiving started with this french toast made from Le Quartier whole wheat sourdough. Bananas, strawberries, and ricotta joined the party. The main course for dinner was a smoked turkey from Super Saver. Brussel sprouts, corn, mashed potatoes, cornbread dressing, and gravy rounded out the meal. A slice of pumpkin ricotta pie completed the day. I am grateful for this bounty and for the non-material blessings of my life.

In-n-Out respects the burger. Their distribution network supplies fresh beef to their restaurants. The burgers are delivered to the table by the friendly staff. And their protein-style is the ultimate expression of the form. Thanks for the great dinner, folks!

Old Town Mexican Cafe is a personal favorite. The long waits suggest that I am not the only fan. My pork dinner was great. And I loved my handmade corn tortillas. Thanks, folks!

I landed in San Diego too early for dinner but hungry enough for a snack. The staff at Playa Del Sol was very welcoming and this sweet potato hummus kept me going until dinner. Thanks, folks!

I had a limited amount of time for my transfer at SLC. Luckily, Beecher's was near my gate. The grilled cheese with sourdough bread hit the spot. Thanks, folks!

York is far enough away from Lincoln to make for a pleasant drive. Chances R is an old school restaurant near the town square. The food was tasty and the service comfortably welcoming. My dinner started with a side salad. This small steak was just want I needed. The hash browns were excellent, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Perhaps on my next visit I will work up an appetite and try the prime rib buffet. Tbanks, folks!

Half-pound burgers stuffed with Maytag blue cheese cooked on the grill. Sublime pleasure on a bun for which I am grateful.

This case recipe comes from Classic German Baking. The batter includes an entire tube of almond paste as well as flour, eggs, sugar, and baking powder. The results were great, fluffy and moist. Thank you!

The evening was cold but not enough to deter me from the grill. I am grateful for this bountiful dinner.

Getting a table at Casa Bovinan is hard. Getting a seat at the bar is pretty darn easy. My dinner was great and the staff was very gracious. The meal started with this amuse bouche. My Nebraska ribeye was perfect. The burrata was a rich delight. I couldn't pass up tiramisu for dessert. Thanks, folks!

I ordered the salt and pepper tofu for my dinner, always a favorite. I love the range of textures in this dish. Peppers keep things lively. The staff was efficient and welcoming as always. Thanks, folks!

I wanted something different for lunch and Farmside Kitchen fit the bill. The menu is oriented toward bowls. My vegetable bowl was satisfying, the service efficient and friendly. Thanks, folks!

I was in the mood for an Indian dinner and Tahdoor was a very satisfying choice. The proprietors were very welcoming and the food was tasty. Thanks, folks!

I needed a place to take a phone meeting and remembered Coffee and Crepes from my last visit to RTP. The staff was very nice and my crepe complemented my meeting nicely. Thanks, folks!

First Watch is a reliable breakfast choice and an excellent place for our meeting. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Thanks, folks!

Dinner with friends at Daniel's was a great experience. This is a family-style Italian-American restaurant. The food is classic, the service welcoming and comfortable. I can see why the parking lot was so full. Thanks, folks!

I enjoyed a very satisfying lunch at Tony Roma's: soup, then salad, then ribs. The staff was great. Thanks, folks!

I visited Jake's on my first trip to Portland and it remains one of my favorite restaurants. The old school grace coupled with great food make for a wonderful experience. The meal started with this wonderful crusty bread. My etouffee was superb---flavorful, wonderful textures, beautiful presentation. I couldn't pass up a slice of key lime pie. The flavor beautifully mixed tanginess, creaminess, and sweetness. The ideal end to a great meal. Thanks, folks!

The Daily Feast was hoppin' when I arrived. I still managed to score a seat at the counter after only a few minutes. The staff rful and efficient as they kept everyone satisfied. Looks great, doesn't it? It tasted great, too. This was a wdonerful breakfast and a great way to start the morning. Thanks, folks!

Ramen is a great lunch for a drizzly day. My ramen was full of flavor. The staff was very friendly welcoming and helpful. Thanks, folks!

The morning staff at the Portland Marriott was great, very welcoming. My oatmeal hit the spot. Thanks, folks!

Huber's is the oldest restaurant in Portland. The room has lots of character and it was hopping with people when I visited. My turkey dinner was perfect. My server was great. Thanks, folks!

A meeting in Omaha gave me a chance to visit Wolhlers. This is a small, friendly market that has a good range of items for everyday food shopping use. I picked up some crackers as a snack. Thanks, folks!