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The Yard Milkshake Bar

The Yard Milkshake Bar

In November 2019, I happened to flip on the TV just as the founders of The Yard Milkshake Bar in Gulf Shores, Alabama, made a pitch on Shark Tank. Ultimately, investor Mark Cuban offered $400,000 towards future franchises in exchange for 22 percent of the profits from the new locations. Today, this sweet business offers customers 34 different ice cream flavors plus 60 different toppings. There are even vegan, lactose- and gluten-free ingredients plus eight versions of edible cookie dough.

Aimee Billingsley2021-04-05T10:40:55-04:00March 30th, 2021|Categories: Cuisines, Desserts, Featured, Producers & Purveyors, Southeast|Tags: Mail Order, Restaurants|2 Comments

6 Great Taste Boxes Across the USA

6 Great Taste Boxes Across the USA

What is one of the best ways to experience a destination? Through the food, of course! Food tours all over the county have become a popular way to explore a place. The pandemic may have brought that to a screeching halt for now, but luckily you can order taste boxes delivered to your front door to explore new taste sensations without stepping foot outside. Plus, these boxes are a fantastic way to support small businesses. Here’s a collection of my favorites.

Aimee Billingsley2021-03-09T14:00:40-05:00March 9th, 2021|Categories: Featured, Midwest, Northeast, Northwest, Pacific, Regions, South, Trends & Trails|Tags: Mail Order|Comments Off

Hawaiian-Made Culinary Treats

Hawaiian-Made Culinary Treats

This Valentine’s Day most of the world’s lovers are planning on staying in, but that doesn’t mean you can’t dream of a tropical island escape. With a little planning ahead, you can even enjoy an exotic tasting tour of the Hawaiian Islands. Tease and tantalize taste buds with Hawaii’s finest flavors—with enticing options like Oahu-made chocolate, elixirs from Kauai, and wine made of grapes grown on a fiery mountainside—to feel swept away in the sensations of tropical breezes and salty waves even while at home.

Aimee Billingsley2021-02-24T16:14:14-05:00February 11th, 2021|Categories: Featured, Hawaiian, Pacific, Producers & Purveyors|Tags: Mail Order, Markets|Comments Off

Turducken

Turducken

It’s one of those holiday dishes folks shake their heads at, chalking it up to the crazy culinary people of South Louisiana. Even the name brings forth a laugh. The portmanteau word “turducken,” a mash-up of its key ingredient names, takes a well-seasoned, deboned turkey and stuffs it with boneless chicken that’s been stuffed with boneless duck. In between are layers of well-seasoned Cajun-style dressing and pork stuffing.

Aimee Billingsley2021-02-24T16:18:31-05:00December 3rd, 2020|Categories: Cajun/Creole, Cuisines, Featured, Regions, South|Tags: Mail Order, Markets, Restaurants|2 Comments

Turkey Talk

Turkey Talk

Thanksgiving may look different this year at most homes, but the real VIP at your holiday table can continue tradition: the Thanksgiving turkey. Each November an estimated 46 million turkeys are consumed around Thanksgiving, according to the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association. To learn more about turkeys, we headed straight to farmers who raise heritage breeds and are serving up insights along with some recipes here.

Aimee Billingsley2020-11-05T13:59:34-05:00November 5th, 2020|Categories: Americana, Americana Recipes, Featured, Midwest, Northeast, Producers & Purveyors, Southwest|Tags: Agritourism, Farms, Mail Order, Markets|1 Comment

Zingerman’s

Zingerman’s

What’s become an institution in Ann Arbor, Michigan was launched by two college buddies: Zingerman’s. Ari Weinzweig and Paul Saginaw met while working at Maude’s Restaurant and attending the University of Michigan. Bemoaning the lack of a ‘good Jewish deli’ in Ann Arbor, the pair decided to rectify the situation.

Aimee Billingsley2021-02-24T16:24:01-05:00October 29th, 2020|Categories: Featured, Midwest, Producers & Purveyors, Regions|Tags: Mail Order, Markets, Restaurants|1 Comment