You walked all the way from the Historic Downtown Parking Facility to the Bridge of Lions. You went to the Pirate Museum. You did the tour of Flagler College. And now everyone’s hungry. The thing about the exciting world of tourism, exploring new places, and historic St. Augustine sites is that eventually everyone starts to…
Trattoria di Bernardone – 425 Durbin Pavilion Dr, Saint Johns, FL 32259 It was my favorite Mother’s Day yet. It wasn’t just the presents, though I am really psyched about watching my small hydroponic spice garden sprout a bit more every day. It wasn’t the beautiful pink rose I received at church. It wasn’t just…
This meal is like breakfast and dinner together. While I can’t stomach that glaring egg in Pho, I am more than happy to see some friendly white saucers of egg floating on a sea of tomatoes. Here are the basics you’ll need: onions, tomatoes, olive oil, and eggs. You can flavor it with some Red…
Zen Pho & Noodles This adorable restaurant with its many orchids and modern feel was a delightful dining experience overall. I haven’t fully converted to being a pho fan, but I am a fan of my husband, and it was his turn to pick the place. Zen Pho & Noodles by Durbin 5835 Normandy Blvd,…
It’s not exactly the crow’s nest, but these enclaves are just as alluring. Ready for some waterside dining? Drive out to St. Augustine, then head for Anastasia Island. You’ll find the Conch House Marina. This restaurant grows out of the pier and has little tiki huts with tables. Leaning over the edge of the ocean…
Nana’s Homemade Pesto Pasta alannamichaelweddi Jul 9, 2023 3 min read Almost every Sunday dinner includes a yummy bag of leftovers to have for Monday lunch. But not tonite’s. Salussolia Sundays Sunday night means dinner at the Salussolia’s, or as my daughter Lucy affectionately refers to them, Nana and Grandad. We never know…
Aug 21, 2024 Back in Orlando, I used to pull espresso shots and pour pinot noir. That was at Palmano’s, a trattoria on Park Avenue. Between steaming milk and drying wine glasses, I would tune out the store owners fighting and dream of Italy. When I walked into the cavernous Trattoria di Bernardone, I did…
Los Portales Mexican Grill in St. Augustine 2245 County Rd 210 Is there anything that can’t be cured by endless tortilla chips and salsa? And when that fails, an orange margarita or large beer can soothe what ails you. Finding Our Friday Night Favorite We recently discovered a favorite Friday night spot, right here in…
Trying a new brunch can be a thrilling weekend gamble. Skipping the Old Faithful’s like Charlie’s and Metro Diner for another pancake dream. I’d seen the ads by Atlantic Beach when the other Grumpy’s was in construction. Once we moved by 210, we were just down the road from Grumpy’s. Ever since I’d missed the…
It’s really the perfect spot for a Saturday night date. However, I first experienced bb’s as a ritzy dessert dive. Hendricks Street is full of hidden surprises. First, I discovered Aardwolf for some craft beers, then Vee’s for post-beer pizza, then La Nopa for Cinco De Mayo Margs, and, finally, bb’s. While the restaurant serves…
