Tag: The Sweet Route
A Very Bavarian Christmas in Helen! – Helen, Georgia – 01/06/2024
For the quintessential Christmas experience in Georgia, pack the family up and head to Helen for a day, a night, a weekend, or a week of authentic Bavarian charm, bedazzled in all the brilliance of the holiday season!
Elderberry, Raspberry, Cherry, and Vanilla Chai Chocolate Artisan Truffles with a Pair of Iced Oat Milk Lattes from Sweet Driver Cafe & Chocolates in Artisan Forge Studios – Eau Claire, Wisconsin – 07/07/2022
Sweet Driver Cafe and Sweet Driver Chocolates Delectably decadent chocolate truffles and a pair of creamy iced oat milk lattes…
Sweet Driver Chocolates & Cafe at Artisan Forge Studios – Eau Claire, Wisconsin – 07/07/2022
Sweet Driver Cafe and Sweet Driver Chocolates Sweet Driver Cafe and Sweet Driver Chocolates If you love art, next time…
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…
Happy, Happy 14th Birthday to Logan Dean! – The Yard Milkshake Bar Atlanta – Centennial Park – Atlanta, Georgia – 12/10/2021
It’s been hard, having so many milestone birthdays in the middle of a pandemic. The girls, 21 and 22; 17…
Condor Chocolates Opens Downtown Choco Coffee Roasters Cafe + Factory Experience! – Athens, Georgia – 11/29/2021
After a great deal of anticipation, the sweetest new thing in Athens is finally here! On Washington Street, in the…
Matcha Latte and Custard Filled Baby Boong Ah Bang from 2 PLUS 2 Bubble Tea + Ice Cream – Suwanee, Georgia – 11/15/2021
If we visit a Boba Tea Shop that doesn’t have any Vegan Alternatives, it helps to have a back up…
Apple Season in North Georgia: Hillcrest Orchards – Ellijay, Georgia – 11/12/2021
The last stop on our 2021 North Georgia Apple Excursion was Hillcrest Orchards. Here, we were able to grab some…
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…
Holiday Gift Shopping at Jaemor Farms Produce Market – Alto, Georgia – 11/10/2021
Give the taste of Georgia this holiday season! Consider small, locally owned produce markets to load up on all the…
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…
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…
Toasted Marshmallow S’mores Brownie Cake at The Bakeshop by Fountain City Coffee Co Inside Banks Food Hall – Columbus, Georgia – 05/05/2021
Oh, wow! Every bit as incredible in the mouth as it looks in the photo! Toasted marshmallow cream, atop a…
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…
Broadway Uptown Columbus – Columbus, Georgia – 05/05/2021
All along Broadway in Uptown Columbus, Georgia, you will find loads of fun family dining and shopping options, as well…
My Cocoa Cup Overfloweth – Athens, Georgia – 03/14/2021
Okay, so there is a reason I’m not actually employed as a barista of any sorts. I’m just a mom……
Valentine’s Treats from Hansel and Gretel Bakery – Suwanee, Georgia – 02/13/2021
Trillian and I spent the day shopping for some yummy Valentine’s Day treats for the gang! Hansel and Gretel Bakery…
Valentine’s Shopping at Hansel & Gretel Candy Kitchen – Helen, Georgia – 02/12/2021
We’re making the rounds to several local chocolatiers and candy kitchens to celebrate this Valentine’s Day! In Helen, Georgia, you…
BuzyBites Cupcakes – Alpharetta, Georgia – 12/18/2020
Northpoint Mall in Alpharetta hosted a local business expo this weekend. We found several great vendors, including one young entrepreneur…
Byrd’s Famous Cookies River Street Location – Savannah, Georgia – 12/08/2020
One of our favorite destinations in Savannah, Georgia, is, of course, strolling down River Street, perusing shops and restaurants, and…
Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie at Pie Bar – Woodstock, Georgia – 12/05/2020
I’ve been exploring a lot of smaller cities and towns around the Atlanta area. Today’s adventures brought me to the…
Rose Milk Tea and a Slice of Sweet Potato Cake from Cafe Mozart Bakery – Suwanee, Georgia 12/03/02020
Another regular stop of ours lately has been Cafe Mozart Bakery in Suwanee. On weekdays they often have a special…
Yay! We Found Ah Boong at 2 PLUS 2 Bubble Tea + Ice Cream – Suwanee, Georgia – 11/18/2020
We first experienced Ah Boong in Koreatown Los Angeles last December, and I thought it was the cutest thing ever!…
Quick Doughnut Run to Status Dough – Knoxville, Tennessee – 10/29/2020
Status Dough Artisinal Doughnuts & Coffee normally does offer Vegan Doughnuts; but we just missed them today, as the customer…
Gummy Bears at Lolli & Pops – North Point Mall – Alpharetta, Georgia – 10/09/2020
Gummy Bears seem to be all the rage these days, but they are one classic treat that we ALWAYS enjoy!…
White Grape Mojito, Taro Milk Tea, and a Misugaru Latte at Coffee House Basso – Lawrenceville / Suwanee / Duluth, Georgia – 06/24/2020
We are fortunate to have such a vibrant Asian community not too terribly far from Athens! In the Lawrenceville/Suwanee/Duluth areas…
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…
A Mother’s Day Tea Party – Bubble Cafe – Athens, Georgia – 05/09/2020
The girls treated my mom and me to a lovely Mother’s Day Tea Party! We headed into Downtown Athens, Georgia…
Ice Cream Sandwiches from Lil’ Ice Cream Dude’s Cool World Ice Cream Shop – Athens Georgia – 03/31/2020
It’s not easy living in a pandemic world… But, Lil’ Ice Cream Dude’s awesome ice cream sandwiches help make it…
WOOPS! French Macarons from the Mall of Georgia! – Buford, Georgia – 03/02/2020
Another favorite indulgence of ours, French Macarons! The colors are just so lovely, the tastes, so exquisite! Alysia actually surprised…
Mango Snow Flower Bingsu at Little Bean Cafe – Koreatown Galleria – Los Angeles, California – 12/07/2019
Our final Korean indulgence for the evening was a Mango and Milk Snow Flower Bingsu from Little Bean Cafe in…
Ube Ah Boong at SomiSomi – MaDang Courtyard Koreatown – Los Angeles, California – 12/07/2019
SomiSomi Soft Serve & Taiyaki serves up a super fun and absolutely delicious snack-style dessert called Ah Boong! Ah Boong…
Mommin’ Some Birthday Magic with a Cheesecake CrazyShake® From Black Tap Las Vegas – Inside The Venetian Resort – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
The girls decided to treat me to some awesome Vegas Birthday Magic! Dinner and Dessert at Black Tap Vegas inside…
The World’s Largest Chocolate Fountain at the Bellagio Patisserie in the Bellagio Hotel and Casino – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
Everything at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino is so deliberately and exquisitely designed, with such attention to gorgeous detail you won’t…
Raspberry Chocolate Mousse Cake and French Almond Croissants at The Bellagio Patisserie in the Bellagio Hotel and Casino – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
So many lovely things can be found in the Bellagio Hotel and Casino! From the Fountains of Bellagio Water Show,…
LOVE – I LOVE SUGAR Las Vegas Flagship Location – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
Okay, so maybe it’s just the door to a candy shop. But, it IS a 14,000 Flagship Location of THE…
I LOVE SUGAR Flagship Location at The LINQ Promenade – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
I LOVE SUGAR wasn’t quite ready yet when we were passing through town, but it’s open now! You should definitely…
A Little Indulgence at Sloan’s Homemade Ice Cream Sweet Shoppe – The Grand Canal Shoppes of The Venetian Resort – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/05/2019
They don’t call it Sin City for nothin’! If you’re looking for some serious G-Rated indulgence for your crew, step…
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…
Midnight Snack Vegas Style – Gold Flaked Doughnuts! – Circus Circus Hotel – Las Vegas, Nevada – 12/03/2019
Looking for a million dollar midnight snack idea? We’ve got this! Gold Flaked Doughnuts! Doin’ it up, Vegas Style!
Little Bear Coffee Co – Albuquerque, New Mexico – 12/02/2019
Next stop on the Coffee Agenda, Little Bear Coffee Co in Albuquerque, New Mexico! Trillian got an interactive lesson on…
Downtown Chocolates – Brevard, North Carolina – 10/30/2019
Next stop on Gramma’s Birthday Adventure was Brevard, North Carolina! And we’ve been wanting to check out Downtown Chocolates for…
A Little Fall in the Air at Condor Chocolates – Athens, Georgia – 10/09/2019
There’s always a little something new on the menu at Condor Chocolates, so we try to stop in as often…
Sweet Dreams! – Dunwoody, Georgia – 06/25/2019
After a fun night on the town in Atlanta, I curled up in my cozy hotel bed with some yummy…
Hofer’s Bakery & Cafe – Helen, Georgia – 06/19/2019
Hofer’s Bakery & Cafe in Helen, Georgia has an excellent selection of quick bites, deli meats and cheeses, and drinks……
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…
Ike & Jane Café and Bakery – Athens, Georgia – 02/27/2019
We drive through super funky Normaltown almost every single day that we are in town. It is, hands down, our…
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…
1000 Faces Coffee Brew School: Coffee & Chocolate Sensory Tasting – Athens, Georgia – 02/23/2019
We LOVE coffee and chocolate of ALL kinds, don’t get me wrong. But, we are constantly honing our skills to…
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…
Cafe Crema Italian Coffee Shop – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – 12/13/2018
This is, hands down, my FAVORITE guilty pleasure in ALL of Philadelphia! Cafe Crema Italian Coffee Shop, located in the…
Momofuku Milk Bar – Carroll Gardens – Brooklyn, New York – 12/12/2018
The Momofuku Milk Bar locations throughout New York City are a fun place to spoil your sweet tooth! Lattes, cookies,…
Fat Witch Bakery – New York, New York – 12/11/2018
Fabulous sweet treats that hit the spot! New York City’s Legendary Brownies! Fat Witch Bakery located in Chelsea Market. Fat…
Li-Lac Chocolates in Chelsea Market – New York, New York – 12/11/2018
What a wonderful find in Chelsea Market! Li-Lac Chocolates is billed as Manhattan’s Oldest Chocolate House, and the Chelsea Market…
Birthday Fun at the Mall of Georgia – Buford, Georgia – 12/01/2018
A girl only turns 19 once, so it HAS to be special! And there’s definitely something special on the horizon…
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…
Colorful French Macarons and Bubble Teas from Blank Space Cafe – Seattle, Washington – 8/30/2018
After spending a few hours walking around the Pike Place Market, and some of downtown Seattle in general, we decided…
Cinnamon Rolls of Waskesiu Trading Company – Prince Albert National Park – Waskesiu Lake, Saskatchewan – 06/06/2018
Don’t leave Waskesiu Lake, without loading up on cinnamon rolls from Waskesiu Trading Company!
Almost worth the entire trip itself, the smell wafts through the air, tantalizing your taste buds, demanding you pack a picnic of warm, melted cinnamon goodness!
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