There is no better way to take in the beauty of Upstate New York than to take a nice leisurely hike. While visiting the Finger Lakes, we decided to soak up some amazing views while getting our heart rate up a bit. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to get outdoors than the Tanglewood Nature Center in Elmira, NY.
Down home cooking is something that Louisiana is incredibly well-known for, as is sugary sweet Southern charm. On our visit to the Where Y’at Diner in Mandeville we were served up with a healthy dose of both. The owner of this adorable diner, Liz Munson, puts her heart and soul into everything that goes on inside this brightly colored building. Her effervescing personality shines through in everything from the staff to the food to the inspirational decor. She went from waitressing for others for 15-years to opening up her own restaurant and became an overnight success. We woke up ready for a great brunch and now we know Where Y’at in Mandeville is definitely where it’s at.
Pear River Eco Tours in Slidell, LA takes you buzzing through the bayou as you search the waters of the Honey Island Swamp for wildlife. It’s a must-do adventure for any animal lover, or for any first timer in the swampy South.
Snow is on the ground and the air is filled with the smell of baked goods and spices (at least it is at our place). You know what that means. The holidays are sneaking up and that means it’s time for our Ramblin’ Holiday Gift Guide for 2014. Our guide will cover all of our favorite things for the travel and pet lovers in your life.
What happens when you combine a love of smoked meats and old world delis? You get City Pork in Baton Rouge, LA. If you love pork, or eating, as much as I do, you’d better find a way to make it here quick!
