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

I was in the mood for a treat, something a little different. This sundae from Dairy Queen was just the thing. Always tasty, always friendly. Thanks, folks!

I finally tried China Inn on Cornhusker Highway and was very happy with my meal. My salt and pepper tofu had a soft center and cruncy outside. The proprietors were very friendly welcoming and friendly. Thanks, folks!

I haven't bought fresh strawberries in awhile. They made a great treat on top of my pancakes. I am grateful.

Steak is a great comfort food and Misty's provides wonderful, comfortable service. Thanks, folks!

Good food, great service, good conversation. Thanks, folks!

I added a mulligatawny soup to my usual vegetarian dinner. The soup was a real treat on a cold day. My main course was excellent as always. The staff was gracious and welcoming, as always. Thanks, folks!

Dinner at Blue Orchid is always a treat with wonderful service and outstanding food. I tried the duck rolls for the first time, which were excellent. My salmon was tender and full of flavor. Thanks, folks!

I've been using the pastrami I made earlier to practice my Reuben sandwich technique. This one was pretty darn good. I put the Gruyere cheese on the toasted bread and melted it just enough. I put the Russian dressing on each layer of meat. Not too much dressing or kraut, just enough to smooth things out. I am grateful for simple pleasures.

Limited time to find a restaurant, limited time to eat. Yes Chef at the College of Business came to the rescue with a smile. Thanks, folks!

The Iron Skillet is a chain of restaurants in truck stops. I've eaten at various locations and always enjoyed their meals, which make a great break on a long trip. This was a short trip just to see what they served. I ended up with this tasty piece of salmon, just right. My server was very friendly and helpful. On the way out, I picked up some chocolates. A few of them managed to make it all the way home.

The chef at Yoshitomo was just nominated for a James Beard Award, so I headed over for a wonderful lunch. One of the sushi chefs prepared an omakase for me at the counter, carefully preparing, then explaining. The experience was wonderful. Thanks, folks!

A delicious, nourishing meal. Apples have come to play an important role in my breakfast. I am grateful for simple pleasures.

My drive took me to a new town at dinnertime. Cafe on the Square turned out to be a great choice for dinner. The atmospher was bright and friendly with a great staff. My salmon was delicious and satisfying. I could watch the town around me as I ate my dinner. Thanks, folks!

On an afternoon drive around the countryside, I was in the mood for a small snack. Sweet Harvest Popcorn came to my rescue with nice people and great popcorn. Thanks, folks1

A comforting tonkatsu and welcoming service on a cold day. Thanks, folks!

Multigrain pancakes, bananas, hazelnuts, nutella, coffee. Who could ask for more?

My Nebraska ribeye was perfect. My vegetables were refreshing. The staff was great, as always. Thanks, folks!

A sumptuous lunch at The Oven. Great food and gracious service as always. Thanks, folks!

My sourdough starter was extremely active for this loaf. The loaf at least doubled at each rise. The final loaf spilled over the pan. The crumb was very airy. I'm not sure what I did with my starter to make it so active.

This food truck is a regular on 27th Street. I visit occasionally and am always satisfied. The food is great and the proprietors friendly. I am a newcomer to pupusas and I find them very satisfying, particularly on a cold day. My cheese and bean pupusas had a perfectly blended filling that was delicious. Thanks, folks!

A Black Forest cake made a nice change of pace in my baking. I used a recipe from Food Network . The cake is of the old fashioned kind, lifted by whipped eggs rather than gaseous methods like baking powder or soda. (This technique predates both baking powder and electric mixers. Imagine whipping all of those eggs by hand.) The cherry filling calls for a small amount of kirchwasser, for which I substituted maraschino. The icing combines straight whipped cream with some whipped cream that has been stiffened with corn starch. The result was both beautiful and tasty. Little things like this cake help to lift my day and the days of those around me with whom I share.

I splurged on Nutella for my fussy French toast. Delicious! I am grateful.

Mangelsen's makes a great brunch stop on a road trip. THe counter staff is great and the food hearty. Thanks, folks!

My eggplant rollatini was so good that I didn't stop to take a picture. My starters were equally great. The proprietor is always wonderfully welcoming. Thanks, folks!

A great evening to grill some fine Nebraska beef. I am grateful for this sumptuous dinner.

I always enjoy my trips to Topper Popper. Popcorn is a simple pleasure and the team at Topper Popper is always ready with a smile and a bag of popcorn. Eating popcorn is a great way to enjoy a Nebraska evening. Thanks, folks!

I bought some rye bread from Hy-Vee and decided to try it as French toast. I wasn't at all sure it would work---I was concerned that the rye taste would be too strong. But it was great. The rye came through nicely but wasn't overpowering. I am grateful for little surprises.

Fleetwood is a new restaurant in the Haymarket District in Lincoln. The name refers to the automobile. The space is inviting and the staff friendly. This burrata and focaccia was excellent. My steak was just right. Thanks, folks!

Noodle soup is very comforting on a cold day. My soup contained some tendons that were very enjoyable. The staff was great as always. Thanks, folks!

I haven't made an apple pie in awhile. This one came out very nicely. I am grateful for simple, delicious meals.