If you didn’t know by now, National Parks are my current list. First it was collecting mini Cabbage Patch Kids dolls, then it was Broadway shows I’ve seen, followed by states I’ve slept a night in, countries I’ve backpacked through, breweries I’ve drank at, and now it’s National Parks. I’m not somebody that enjoys exercising … More Montana, Idaho & Wyoming – Summer 2021
Tonight we had the pleasure of dining at Deal Lake Bar + Co, on the weekend of their soft opening. Andrea Pappas, Phil Villapiano and Greg Bartz are the new owners; and it is clear that they put a lot of love and detail into their vision. The space is completely unrecognizable from the once … More Deal Lake Bar + Co- Loch Arbour, New Jersey
Cheap flights and the “city of lights” warranted another (for me) trip to Paris. There’s something so rewarding about navigating the streets of a foreign city; getting lost in the hustle and bustle of languages and practices different from your own. During the holiday season especially, everything is so picturesque. From the cobblestone alleyways to … More Feasting in France
Bryce Canyon National Park was the most beautiful landscape I’ve ever laid my eyes on. Whether we were driving along the stretch of overlook points or hiking down deep into the canyon, we found ourselves constantly at a loss for words. It is $35 to enter the park by car and you get a week … More Utah & Arizona – August 2018
Gastronaut Girls turned 3 this past June and I have to say that I couldn’t feel more accomplished as a writer, a traveler and not embarrassed to admit, an eater. While 800 Instagram followers and a few handfuls of blog readers isn’t that impressive, I am proud that sharing some of our favorite hobbies can … More Home Is Where You Roam
Spicy Garden in Manasquan has quickly become our favorite new take out spot. They’ve been open for about two months and they aren’t on social media yet. They are a Thai fusion restaurant containing classic dishes and selections from other Asian cuisines. Everything is really freakin’ good. The vegetables are fresh and the chicken is … More Spicy Garden – Manasquan, New Jersey
Scotland was such a beautiful country. It was full of interesting history, amazing architecture, endless nature and kind people with harsh accents. Lerwick is a part of the Shetland Islands. There, we visited a unique small castle in an area called Scalloway and we pet some Shetland ponies. For lunch, we ate delicious fish and … More Sampling Scotland 2017
Jersey Shore Restaurant week is happening again right now! We always look forward to these two times of year because they provide us with the best events on the Jersey Shore! Who doesn’t enjoy sampling different foods and beverages right in your own neighborhood? This season, we were able to attend the Executive Chefs Cook … More Jersey Shore Restaurant Week Spring 2017
Having visited their sister location in the heart of Asbury Park, this more quaint spot in Brielle was highly anticipated. Ever since opening day, people have been pouring in, in search of some bomb comfort food and their killer happy hour. We’ve tried everything from a moderately healthy chicken gyro salad to the greasiest most … More Brielle Ale House – Brielle, New Jersey
We continued our Jersey Shore Restaurant Week adventures with the Eat, Drink, Indulge: Craft Beer event at the Beach Haus Brewery!! The brew master was kind enough to give us a little rundown on each of the beers in our tasting flight. I wasn’t as much of a fan of the flights as I was … More Jersey Shore Restaurant Week Continued…
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