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Creighton Café’ Brain Food

Creighton Café’ Brain Food

The Café at Creighton University can be thought as creating food for our success for studies. Balancing ROTC PT and studies, nutrition often falls to the bottom of the priority / survival list. The University cafe becomes my critical stop between classes, and while it […]

Notes from the Garden – Explore

Notes from the Garden – Explore

A gentle scent of lavender lingers in the air, heightening the senses as we stroll through the botanic gardens. Morning sunlight filters softly through the leaves, casting shadows on the path. With each step, the serenity of the morning wraps around us. We toast to […]

Schnitzel

Schnitzel

In the early days of my culinary education, I had the privilege of learning from Chef Hugo. Wednesdays quickly became a favorite day for me, as it was the day of learning. Chef Hugo introduced me to the science of food. It was a far […]

A Family Tradition: The Scent of Orange

A Family Tradition: The Scent of Orange

During our childhood one of the household chores was tag teaming oranges. the Trees seemed enormous, branches heavy with ripe, sunkissed fruit. we would tag team the trees, carefully pulling the oranges from the trees with careful precision and eager excitement. there was something special […]

Family Recipes: A Journey Through Time and Taste.

Family Recipes: A Journey Through Time and Taste.

Family recipes are steeped in meaning and history. Each stories is memorialized for generations. The recipe that was started by Grandma Butterfly is treasured by current aunts and uncles and now handed down to cousins and fire house work place. The recipes aren’t just about […]

Sweet Shoppe’

Sweet Shoppe’

The joyful gift often comes wrapped is See’s Candy Box. It is more than just a treat – it’s a moment of pure joy, carefully selected, wrapped and shared with those you love. Each soft bordeaux is crafted with care, transforming the simple act of […]

Traveler’s Culinary adventure. Home Welcoming

Traveler’s Culinary adventure. Home Welcoming

Breakfast at City park Tavern is a welcome home. you are greeted by the familiar vista and comfort of the tavern’s atmosphere. The Breakfast menu is simple. As granddad said – do one thing and do it well. the breakfast arrives quickly, each plate prepared […]

Traveler’s Culinary Adventure, Scottish Breakfast and cuppa’ tea

Traveler’s Culinary Adventure, Scottish Breakfast and cuppa’ tea

in Aberdeen, Sitting Down to enjoy the last Scottish breakfast on the journey, the moment is celebrated. Days of breathtaking landscapes, historic sites and the warmth of Scottish hospitality, the breakfast is the perfect conclusion to the adventure. The plate is set with eggs, grilled […]

Traveler’s Culinary Adventure in Kentucky, the Delight of Gathering at a Common Table with other Travelers

Traveler’s Culinary Adventure in Kentucky, the Delight of Gathering at a Common Table with other Travelers

There is something simple yet profound about gathering at a common table with strangers. This table is in Louisville at the Homewood next tot eh airport. in a world of travelers where we often stay within our own circles, sitting down for a meal with […]

Travelers Culinary Adventure in Kentucky, to the Irish Rover, Louisville

Travelers Culinary Adventure in Kentucky, to the Irish Rover, Louisville

i recently visited the Irish Rover in Louisville Kentucky, a Travelers Culinary Adventure and recommendation by Triple D and the recommendation did not disappoint! as the irish rover has charm you hoped for – just from the name, Irish rover”. It is a gem hidden […]