Category: MEGA Bites!
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Hygge, Gokstad, and a Kringle! And a Whole Lotta Danish Deliciousness! – O&H Danish Bakery – Racine, Wisconsin – 07/06/2022
You Can Order O&H Danish Kringles HERE! If you’ve ever driven along Interstate 94, just across the Illinois border, and…
A Little Late Night Chicago Deep Dish at Giordano’s Pizza! – Chicago, Illinois – 07/05/2022
CLICK HERE to Check Out Giordano’s Pizza! On our constant quest to find the Best Deep Dish Pizza in Chicago,…
My Attempt at a Charcuterie Board – Athens, Georgia – 01/20/2022
I’m certainly not the food artist of the family, but sometimes you just have to have a little fun with…
Happy Thanksgiving! Spending a Lovely Morning with Maple Tahini Sourdough and Turmeric Ginger Sourdough from Bishop Breads! – Athens, Georgia to Comer, Georgia – 11/25/2021
Have you ever gone hiking with two loaves of bread? That’s exactly what we did on this lovely Thanksgiving Morning!…
Apple Season in North Georgia: Mack Aaron’s Apple House – Ellijay, Georgia – 11/12/2021
Our favorite Apple House experience on our 2021 North Georgia Apple Excursion was, hands down, Mack Aaron’s Apple House. It’s…
Apple Season in North Georgia: Aaron Family Orchards – Ellijay, Georgia – 11/12/2021
Next on the list for our 2021 North Georgia Apple Excursion is Aaron Family Orchards. They have a great selection…
Apple Season in North Georgia: R&A Orchards – Ellijay, Georgia – 11/12/2021
R&A Orchards is an Apple House built for VOLUME! There are sooooo many apples in this place! Just check out…
Apple Season in North Georgia: Red Apple Barn – Ellijay, Georgia – 11/12/2021
The first stop on our 2021 Apple Season in North Georgia Excursion was to Red Apple Barn. Red Apple Barn…
Vegan Fall Flavors: Trillian’s Salted Caramel Pumpkin Oats – Pumpkin Oatmeal with a Side of Pumpkin Seed + Flax Granola, Topped with Locally Handcrafted Peanut Butter, Sea Salt Caramel Hummus, and a Raw Pumpkin Seed Garnish – Athens, Georgia – 10/16/2021
One of my favorite concoctions so far this fall season, fresh out of Trillian’s Kitchen this morning, is her Salted…
Quaint Seasonal Shopping For ALL the Fall Flavors at Opa Robby’s Market – Athens, Georgia – 10/15/2021
Fall is in the air! And if you are anywhere in, near, or headed to North Georgia, one of the…
Celebrating Grandpa Ken’s 91st Birthday with a Florida-Style Cook Out in the Garden – Ocala, Florida – 05/07/2021
It’s definitely been a challenge over the course of the last year to spend time safely with family. But, the…
Showcase of Citrus Album Five: Orange Picking in the Citrus Groves! – Clermont, Florida – 05/06/2021
High atop the list of our favorite things to do throughout the course of our homeschooling experience has always been…
Showcase of Citrus Album Two: Two Rounds of Orange Creamsicles, Frozen Lemonade, and Orange Cold Brew Coffee on Tap! – Clermont, Florida – 05/06/2021
It may be hot in Florida, but Showcase of Citrus will keep you oh-so-deliciously cool! Two Rounds of World Famous…
Showcase of Citrus Album One: Fun Abounds All Around! – Clermont, Florida – 05/06/2021
When in Central Florida, we all think of the theme parks. But, honestly, I HIGHLY recommend getting off the beaten…
A Southern-Style Souvenir Stop at Magnolia Plantation – Tifton, Georgia – 05/05/2021
If you’re traveling along I-75 in Southern Georgia, headed to, or coming from Florida, Magnolia Plantation in Tifton makes a…
All the Southern Flavor at Merritt Pecan Co & General Store – Weston, Georgia – 05/05/2021
Heading out of Columbus, Georgia, towards Interstate 75, in the tiny town of Weston, Georgia, you’ll find ALL the big…
Cinco de Mayo Taco Specials at El Primo Taqueria in Banks Food Hall – Columbus, Georgia – 05/05/2021
Fish, Shrimp, and Steak, Tacos from El Primo Taqueria at Banks Food Hall in Columbus, Georgia! We decided to give…
Crab and Tofu Poke Bowls from Poke Sun at Banks Food Hall – Columbus, Georgia – 05/05/2021
Poke Bowls can often be a great option for a vegan meal, by adding tofu and/or edamame as your proteins,…
A Little Something for Everyone at Banks Food Hall – Columbus, Georgia – 05/05/2021
Today, for our lunch, we decided to check out the food vendors at Banks Food Hall, just steps away from…
Easter Brunch at Mama’s Boy at the Falls of Oconee – Athens, Georgia – 04/05/2021
As our first on-site restaurant family-dining experience in well over a year, Easter Brunch at Mama’s Boy at the Falls…
Hands Down, THE Best Sushi… Our Absolute Favorite FOREVER – Yuka Roll & Pho – Suwanee, Georgia – 04/03/2021
We have literally been eating here three times a week. And, honestly, if I could eat here EVERY day…. I…
Homemade Vegan Waffles with Cranberry Syrup, Blackberry Jam, and Fruit – Athens, Georgia 12/21/2020
Breakfast this morning was a spread of homemade vegan waffles, with Wisconsin Cranberry Syrup, and Tennessee Mennonite Blackberry Jam; and…
Sushi Cafe Duluth – Duluth, Georgia – 11/18/2020
Alysia and I decided to make a Girls’ Night Out for the two of us. We knew we wanted to…
K-Brew Coffee & Bagels – Knoxville, Tennessee – 10/29/2020
Since we missed the supply of Vegan Doughnuts at Status Dough, we were still on the lookout for a Vegan-Friendly…
Southern Squeeze Plant-Based Kitchen – Chattanooga, Tennessee – 10/14/2020
We’re always on the lookout for Plant-Based Food options, particularly for smoothie bowls and juices! Southern Squeeze has been on…
Pad Thai, Tofu, Spring Rolls, and Thai Milk Tea – Saigon Cafe – Alpharetta, GA – 10/09/2020
There are lots of good places for Asian food in the Atlanta suburbs. The greatest concentration of choices lies between…
Yu-ka Sushi Bar Roll & Pho – Lawrenceville / Suwanee / Duluth, Georgia – 06/24/2020
Living in a pandemic world, it isn’t always easy to get the best pictures of To-Go Orders. But, even if…
Strawberry Acai Bowl and a Front Porch Cold Brew from Poet’s South – Cookeville, Tennessee – 06/15/2020
On a hot summer day, you need a cool, fun, and healthy treat! At Poet’s South in Cookeville, a Seasonal…
Taqueria Tsunami Latin-Asian Kitchen – Athens, Georgia – 03/02/2020
One of our absolute favorite places in Athens, Georgia is the Taqueria Tsunami Latin-Asian Kitchen. They have THE best selection…
Street Food of Seoul at City Center on 6th Koreatown – Los Angeles, California – 12/07/2019
In the food court of City Center on 6th in the Koreatown neighborhood of Downtown Los Angeles, you will find…
French Toast and Croissants at Roxanne’s Cafe Inside the Clarion Inn – Ridgecrest, California – 12/07/2019
Roxanne’s Cafe, located at the Clarion Inn of Ridgecrest, California, offered a selection of surprisingly good free breakfast choices. While…
Vegetarian Creativity on the Continental Breakfast – Boulder City, Nevada – 12/06/2019
We always adore every opportunity we get for fancy French pastries, or colorful, flavorful doughnuts. But, breakfast is also a…
Savory Italian Crepes at The Bellagio Patisserie in the Bellagio Hotel and Casino – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
On our way to the Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, we chanced across the Bellagio Patisserie and HAD to grab…
Fat Baby Birthday Dinner! Amano Las Vegas – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/04/2019
We needed something EXTREME for Alysia’s 20th Birthday Dinner! And Amano Las Vegas fit that bill perfectly! Behold, The Fat…
Navajo Tacos at Earl’s Family Restaurant – Gallup, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
We entered Gallup, New Mexico in search of one of my favorite guilty pleasures! Navajo Tacos! One of the best…
A Quick Birthday Lunch at La Huerta Authentic Mexican Food – Fort Smith, Arkansas – 12/01/2019
After a morning in Little Rock, and an afternoon checking out the coolest Street Art from The Unexpected Project in…
Thanksgiving Bread From Bishop Breads (Formerly RISE Baking Co) – Athens, Georgia – 11/27/2019
Mmmm… RISE Baking Co out of Athens, Georgia makes THE most wonderful naturally leavened sourdough bread loaves! We first found…
Sweet AND Savory at Crepe & Creme – Cookeville, Tennessee – 11/25/2019
Yummm…. The only thing better than Boba Tea… Is Crepes and Boba Tea! Two tried and true Bubble Tea favorites……
House of Thai – Cookeville, Tennessee – 10/28/2019
Alysia has a constant, insatiable craving for Pad Thai. When she picks the restaurant, you’d better believe we’re having Thai…
A Little Tuesday Brunch at Mama Jewel’s Kitchen – Athens, Georgia – 10/22/2019
Ah, yes, another morning at a fabulous Athens restaurant… Athens, Georgia truly is THE Dining Destination of the South! I…
Marker Seven Coastal Grill – Athens, Georgia – 07/31/2019
We started the evening with the Hawaiian Scallops – Seared Diver Scallops with a Pineapple Salsa, finished with a Balsamic…
A Little Boba Tea and Pad Thai for the Road! – Ah Mah & Son Asian Eatery – Crossville, Tennessee – 06/27/2019
You always know when Alysia picks the restaurant, because there is ALWAYS Pad Thai involved! And we do love our…
Bavarian Pretzels – Hofer’s Bakery, Konditorei, and Cafe – Helen, Georgia – 06/19/2019
One of the best parts about visiting the unique Bavarian town of Helen, Georgia, is THE FOOD! High atop our…
Dinner in a Jersey Diner – Manny’s Diner – Clark, New Jersey – 05/14/2019
So, this little adventure just started with Mom Solo trying to find a cup of coffee from a local coffee…
Ahjoomah’s Apron – Chicago, Illinois – 05/06/2019
This is probably one of my favorite dining experiences ever! After a day exploring a variety of Asian cultures in…
Jason Aldean’s Kitchen – Nashville, Tennessee
A MOST delicious meal in Nashville, if I do say so myself! I don’t engage actively with much modern country…
Opening Day at the Athens Farmers Market – Athens, Georgia – 03/23/2019
Yay! It was Opening Day at the Athens Farmers Market in Bishop Park in Athens, Georgia. We’ve been looking forward…
Simply Fresh! Round Two! – Jamestown, Tennessee – 03/20/2019
We don’t usually eat at the same place two days in a row… But, when the food is as awesome…
Simply Fresh – Jamestown, Tennessee – 03/19/2019
Whoa! It’s hard to believe this fabulous place exists in little ol’ Jamestown, Tennessee. Incredible tacos made of perfectly grilled…
Ah Mah & Son Asian Eatery – Crossville, Tennessee – 03/15/2019
I’ve been seeing posts from Ah Mah & Son Asian Eatery on Facebook for a few weeks now. On our…
Cali N Tito’s Eastside – Athens, Georgia – 03/03/2019
Holy Fiesta! This place is AMAZING! I’ve always loved Cali N Tito’s on Lumpkin Street in Athens, but a lot…
Pauley’s Original Crepe Bar – Athens, Georgia – 02/26/2019
If you are looking for sweet and/or savory crepes in a festive atmosphere to satisfy your cravings, Pauley’s Original Crepe…
Nama Sushi Bar – Knoxville, Tennessee – 02/14/2019
Happy Valentine’s Dinner to Me! I did get to the hotel a little later than anticipated tonight, so I had…
Maine Street Coastal Cafe – Cartersville, Georgia – 01/28/2019
One of our more important goals here at SPG Family Adventure Network is to share the magic of the “Small…
Loveless Café – Nashville, Tennessee – 01/16/2019
THE Quintessential Tennessee Breakfast Experience! Loveless Café is a Nashville institution, indeed!
Adele’s Nashville – Nashville, Tennessee – 01/13/2019
It’s definitely unfortunate that my pictures are far too dark to do justice to the exquisite taste of Adele’s locally-sourced,…
Bubble Tea Light Bulbs & Matcha Strawberry Banana Chocolate Truffle Crepes – Crepe & Creme – Cookeville, Tennessee – 12/19/2018
Absolutely back for more! Another round of Bubble Tea in Crepe & Creme’s super awesome neon light bulb cups! And…
Savory Crepes and Sweet, Sweet Boba Tea! – Crepe & Creme – Cookeville, Tennessee – 12/14/2018
Yes, indeedy. Our new favorite place that’s not TOO terribly far from the Tennessee house, and wildly AMAZING! You WILL…
Geno’s Steaks – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – 12/13/2018
When in Philly, you MUST Cheesesteak! But, the truth of the matter is, they are all made differently, and there…
Pat’s King of Steaks – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – 12/13/2018
We’ve cumulatively spent a few months in Philly over the course of the last two years. So, it stands to…
Defonte’s Sandwich Shop – Brooklyn, New York – 12/13/2018
Ah, yes! An absolutely, authentically amazing Brooklyn Hero Shop! Defonte’s has been slinging the best sandwiches in Red Hook, Brooklyn…
Broadway Sushi Rolls at Kodama Sushi – New York, New York – 12/12/2019
Broadway Sushi Rolls at Kodama Sushi was a FUN experience! We caught the afternoon performance of Kinky Boots at Al…
Times Square Eats – New York, New York – 12/12/2018
We meandered through Times Square on our way to Alysia’s Birthday Surprise. We couldn’t resist the quintessential late morning /…
Sweet Chili Shrimp and Matcha Strawberry Chocolate Banana Crepes with Taro and Thai Bubble Teas – Crepe & Creme – Cookeville, Tennessee – 11/26/2018
Another happy night at Crepe & Creme in Cookeville, Tennessee! You’ve GOT to check this fun place out! Sweet Chili…
In-n-Out Burger – Reno, Nevada – 09/14/2018
Whenever an East Coaster makes it to the West Coast, THIS has to happen. In-n-Out. Yes. It happened. Check out…
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