Our long road trip back to the Heartland was filled with some beautiful scenery… And even though parts of Nebraska are flat as a fritter, there were still some beautiful vistas to be found. I don’t know what it is about abandoned buildings that is so appealing to me. Maybe it’s the stories I’m sure […]
Main Street Cafe – Council Bluffs, Iowa
When we’re looking for a Mom and Pop diner in America, we usually start looking in the old part of town. And the Main Street Cafe at 102 Main Street sounded like it might be exactly what we were looking for. It was very early on a Saturday morning, and the streets of Council Bluffs, […]
Boss Hog’s BBQ Co Tavern- Underwood, Iowa
You won’t need a GPS to find Boss Hog’s BBQ Co Tavern in Underwood, Iowa. Here are all the directions you’ll need. Drive down the main street in town (It’s 3rd St.) Look to your left. If the cement street becomes a gravel road…you’ve missed it. Turn around! Recently we found ourselves in Omaha and […]
An Amish Country Store – Kalona, Iowa
Just imagine if your main mode of transportation was a horse and buggy. That’s what makes these Amish “convenience stores” that dot the South East Iowa landscape such a welcome sight to the Amish families who live in this area. Think of these stores as the equivalent of a 7 Eleven in the middle of […]
Cheddar’s Restaurant – Coralville, Iowa
Last night was our final night in Iowa…until Springtime! We’re heading to Indy for Christmas, Then off the Pasadena for a whirlwind ROSE BOWL trip before we head South for a LONG, LONG time. And you can bet I’ll keep you all in the loop with ALL of our comings and goings! So last night […]
The Vine – Downtown Iowa City, Iowa
What meal do I miss the most when we head South for the Winter? The Downtown Vine in Iowa City… “Naked” Crispy Wings with Maple BBQ Sauce on the side…And Crispy Fries… And Ice Cold BEER…! NOBODY does it better than The Vine. Nobody. From coast to coast.
The Bar’ber Shop Tavern – Coralville, Iowa
I’ve been hearing about a new restaurant/bar that recently opened in Coralville, and I was determined to check it out before we head South for the winter. So today I treated my hubby to lunch. The bar got it’s name from the previous occupant of the building. (As you might have guessed…it was a […]
The Java House – Iowa City, Iowa
Sometimes a cup of coffee and a chat is exactly the right combination…Especially on a cold and blustery Iowa afternoon. And that coffee tastes even better when it’s shared with somebody I love. Namely, my sister-in-law, Barb. A great coffee house location close to my home is THIS one… The walls inside are adorned with […]
TCB Pool Hall – Iowa City, Iowa
If you find yourself on the Pedestrian Mall in downtown Iowa City and you’re looking for a different way to spend some time with friends…Head to TCB. (Slang for “Taking Care of Business”) Our friends Kurt and Joe have created a unique environment where you’ll find ten full size billiard tables. And yes, there […]
Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers – Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Today we found ourselves in Cedar Rapids at lunchtime, and since we were in a bit of a rush, we decided to stop into a place we’ve never been before. Freddy’s has a different vibe. It’s more of a hometown diner type place. They even have old photos of the Real Freddy adorning all […]