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Ted’s Montana Grill: My new “Margarita Go-To” at Easton!

Ted’s Montana Grill: My new “Margarita Go-To” at Easton!

It’s funny, considering how I’ve lived in Ohio for my whole 26 years but I still VERY much throw a fit when the weather is nasty. When there’s an 80% chance of rain you can just about bet that my chances of leaving the house 

Ghostwriter Public House: A Culinary Gem in Johnstown, Ohio

Ghostwriter Public House: A Culinary Gem in Johnstown, Ohio

Ghostwriter Public House was everything I was hoping it would be (and more!) as I made the snowy/rainy commute to Johnstown last Monday evening. I’ll admit two things right out of the gate: 1) I didn’t even know where Johnstown WAS until the owners of 

Date Night: Mitchell’s Ocean Club

Date Night: Mitchell’s Ocean Club

A week ago today was one of the first nights in a loooong time that I didn’t feel one ounce of the “Sunday Scaries.” Why’s that? Mitchell’s Ocean Club invited me in to help them celebrate their 20th anniversary of serving up some of Columbus’ 

How to Get the Crispiest Fried Chicken, Ever!

How to Get the Crispiest Fried Chicken, Ever!

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CrispyCreations #FriedChicken #CollectiveBias This recipe is exactly what I promised in the blog post title – the crispiest fried chicken that’s so juicy and flavorful, you’ll be forced 

Healthy Cheesy Fries on the Grill

Healthy Cheesy Fries on the Grill

Note: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MarinadesWithMazola #MakeItWithHeart #CollectiveBias While the time I’ve spent outside so far this summer has been a massive let-down (thanks Ohio rain), it hasn’t stopped me from making 

Veritas: A Special Occasion Dinner or Casual Date Night in Columbus

Veritas: A Special Occasion Dinner or Casual Date Night in Columbus

Alright.. so here it is – I’m not a huge fan of “special occasion” dinners. It’s my birthday? I’ll take tacos please. Oh, a large accomplishment? Let’s celebrate anywhere other than a restaurant where I don’t know how to pronounce half of the menu items. 

Columbus Craft Cocktails – Summer 2019

Columbus Craft Cocktails – Summer 2019

Here it is: the list of a few of my favorite cocktails at the hottest and newest bars in Columbus, Ohio for summer 2019. If you’re looking for patios to accompany your drinks, click HERE for more of my favorites! Cocktail #1: “Baja to Bangkok”, 

What You Need to Know about the Butler County Donut Trail (and more!)

What You Need to Know about the Butler County Donut Trail (and more!)

A few weekends ago, I had the opportunity to check out the Butler County Donut Trail and let me tell you.. 9 year old me would be so, SO proud of 25 year old me. I put away a serious number of donuts. Sure, I 

My Top 6 Favorite Brunch (not breakfast!) Dishes in Columbus

My Top 6 Favorite Brunch (not breakfast!) Dishes in Columbus

Let’s get something straight here. Breakfast isn’t brunch. Brunch is an experience and breakfast is a necessity. Brunch is sitting around a table with your friends, chatting about the previous evening’s shenanigans in an attempt to forget the Sunday scaries and the looming responsibilities of 

Soft Baked Cookies (Two Ways!)

Soft Baked Cookies (Two Ways!)

As I promised, I’m giving these recipes to you all quick and dirty. No need to mess around when there are cookies to be baked. And trust me when I say you’re going to want to get these babies in the oven ASAP! Just follow