You know you’re in the best diner in town when all heads turn toward the door every time it opens. And Walt’s Restaurant turned out to be a great choice for breakfast in Caseville, Michigan. The place was hopping at eight o’clock, and the Mishler siblings met there for breakfast before we went our separate […]
Little Oscars – Hampton, Minnesota
I took it as a good omen when the rain stopped just as the football game began. Our weekend of FUN in Dinkytown continued as the Hawkeyes walloped the Gophers…again. WAAAHOOO! So after the game it was back to Tony’s Diner for a salad, baked potato, and some grilled chicken…and beer! (It WAS a celebration […]
Seven Stars Restaurant – Hampton, Iowa
It’s was lunch time today as we drove through Hampton, Iowa. So time to look for the local diner. You know the kind of place we look for…the place where every head turns when they hear the door open. We found that place in Hampton. It’s the Seven Stars Restaurant. It was filled with “locals”…including […]
Wilton Cafe – Wilton, Iowa
We ALWAYS choose “the road less traveled”…and on our recent trip to Chicago we stopped for lunch at a small “mom & pop” joint called the Wilton Cafe at 116 W. 4th Street in Wilton, Iowa. The main streets of small towns are the best place to find out what the “locals” eat…and in Wilton, […]
Timmy Flynn’s Red Pepper Deli & Grill – Iowa City, Iowa
Most Iowa City “locals” have fond memories of Hungry Hobo…a Riverside Drive landmark. But times have changed…and owner Tim Flynn has left the franchise logo behind and has re-named his popular spot. It’s now called Timmy Flynn’s Red Pepper Deli & Grill. http://redpepperdeliandgrill.com/ We just stopped in to check it out, and we’re happy to […]
Wilson’s Apple Orchard – Iowa City, Iowa
Now that we’ve been BLESSED with SIX grandkids…we have started some family traditions, including a Labor Day trip to Wilson’s Apple Orchard in Iowa City. http://www.wilsonsapples.com/ Our weekend wouldn’t be complete without a hot, fresh apple turnover, and a romp through the orchard! Highly recommend spending an afternoon here! Nick and his family made the trip […]
Public House Inn and Lodge – Sturbridge, Massachusetts
It’s hard to believe we’re already home from our adventures in New England, but my friend Dorothy and I had a GREAT time! The Gazebo on the Commons-Sturbridge Dorothy invited me to accompany her to the WOLCOTT SOCIETY FAMILY REUNION at the 235 year old Publik House Inn and Lodge in Sturbridge MA. http://www.publickhouse.com/ (FYI…One of Dorothy’s […]
Soup to Nuts Cafe – Sturbridge, Massachusetts
Dorothy Enjoys TWO soups… and Homemade Bread If you’re looking for a unique dining experience in an out of the way location…Soup to Nuts may be just what you’re looking for! This 28 year old lunch spot is a spot only the “locals” can direct you to. (It’s upstairs in an old mill, so be […]
Elm Center Cafe – Southbridge, Massachusetts
Dorothy and I decided to take a little “road trip” to Southbridge. We were amused by the road signs that New Englanders take for granted. At a busy intersection, the sign said “THICKLY SETTLED”. I guess that says it all! We arrived in Southbridge just in time for lunch. (I’m seeing a pattern here!) So […]