Oh, how I adore cheese. You could melt it on a cardboard pizza top and I’d probably eat it. These dishes are my favorite cheesy dishes at restaurants I’ve tried.
Pimiento Cheese Spread from Boschamp’s in Destin, FL
Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese at Safari Miles in Denver
Pepperoni and Mushroom Pizza at Tony’s in Hickory, NC
Pizza Sub from Penn Station East Coast Subs in Charlotte, NC
Charlotte is full of awesome shopping spots. Here are some of the cooler ones:
Gift shop with novelty items, baby gifts, paper goods, books and even clothing and accessories. One of my favorite stores!
330 East Boulevard Charlotte, North Carolina 28203
There is a first time for everything! This year my children are going to the mountains with their dad for Thanksgiving, so the rest of my family decided we didn’t need to cook a huge meal…and we’d treat ourselves to dinner out!
If that’s something that appeals to you, here are some restaurants around Lake Norman and Charlotte that are serving Thanksgiving dinner!
CHARLOTTE
Eddie V’s: “Even the gravy is served with a side of glamour. Join us for a traditional holiday dinner with all the trimmings. And for anyone who chooses to abandon Custom in favor of lobster, our full menu will also be available.”
Fleming’s: “Let us host your three-course Thanksgiving, including your choice of Herb-Roasted Turkey or Petite Filet Mignon.”
Capital Grill: “We’re hosting Thanksgiving for turkey and steak enthusiasts alike.”
Chima Steakhouse: “Let us cook for you this Thanksgiving. Complete Rodizio plus Thanksgiving favorites.”
Ri Ra Irish Pub: “We are open through the holidays and look forward to welcoming you, your family and friends to the pub to enjoy lots of festive fun. Feast on tasty bites, cozy up with our winter warmer drinks and celebrate the season with us.”
JP Charlotte: “Thanksgiving Brunch at the Westin in Charlotte.”
The Palm: “Join Us for Thanksgiving Day!”
New South Kitchen: “Traditional Thanksgiving feast complete with all the fixins!!!.”
Buca di Beppo: “Start a new tradition and leave your Thanksgiving meal to us so you can spend time with the ones you love. We are open for Thanksgiving and invite you to enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings.”
Bistro La Bon: “Never Too Soon To Start Thinking About Our Thanksgiving Smorgasbord”
Harper’s: “gather ‘round our southern table”
Macaroni Grill: “Dine in and celebrate at our table. Regular menu will also be available.”
LAKE NORMAN
The Foundry in Denver: “Giving Thanks at the Foundry”
Chillfire Grill in Denver: “Giving Thanks at the Foundry”
North Harbor Club: (Cornelius) “WE FEATURE A THANKSGIVING THEMED BUFFET CURATED WITH SOME CLASSIC THANKSGIVING FAVORITES ALONG WITH OUR SIGNATURE SIDES.”
Epic Chophouse: “This Thanksgiving, enjoy a grand meal in the company of family and friends at Epic Chophouse. Join us for an incredible Thanksgiving meal featuring fresh fruits and salads, deviled eggs, shrimp and grits and Norwegian salmon fillet. Of course we’ll have traditional favorites like oven roasted turkey, prime rib of beef, Chef’s famous fried chicken and more!”
Roasted Veal with mushrooms and blue potatoes from Roosters in Charlotte
Lamb Lollipops from Crafted Southern Speakeasy in Lincolnton, NC
Osso Buco at The Gamekeeper in Boone, NC
Winter. Ugh. After Christmas is over, I’m kind of done with it. Recently we had a snow storm that shut down our Southern city for a few days, so I took that time to cook. So, not all bad. I’ve been neglecting that part of my life lately, so was nice to get back to it, even if it was forced.
Snow Cream!
So easy, you don’t need a recipe! Stick a big bowl outside to collect fresh falling snow. When full mix with sweetened condensed milk and vanilla. Scoop into a mason jar and garnish with snow if you want to be bougie.
I find myself really stepping up my pasta game in the winter, since it’s heavier and sticks with you in the frigid 40 degree temps of the Carolina tundra. I found this recipe while searching for one to take to a friend who was in need of a casserole and a visit. It was pretty to look at and yummy!
To view the recipe, head over to Very Best Baking
COOK pasta according to package directions, adding frozen vegetables to boiling pasta water for last 2 minutes of cooking time; drain. Return pasta and vegetables to cooking pot.
MEANWHILE, COMBINE evaporated milk, cheese, pesto and black pepper in medium saucepan. Cook over medium low heat, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted. Remove from heat.
POUR cheese sauce over pasta and vegetables. Add ham; stir until combined.
Winter is when I’m ready for carbs. These potatoes are simply delicious. Seriously. Not a lot of ingredients, and the hardest thing is slicing the potatoes thinly, but I have a mandolin so that was just plain fun.
Oh, and I forgot to snap a picture of this when it was done. Curses! But here’s the cookbook where I tried the recipe:
INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
We’ve all heard the mantra: breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But for me, morning is the busiest time of the day and it seems I’m always just too late to do anything more than grab something as I head out the door. These yummies can be eaten on the fly, so don’t skip breakfast when you can eat it on the fly!
The dishes below aren’t mine, and haven’t been tested by me. BUT they sound delicious. I’d love to hear it if you try any of these!
These are great little sandwiches on the run that are packed with protein to keep you full until lunch. From Garnish with Lemon blog
The ultimate make-ahead healthy breakfast. Just don’t forget your spoon! This recipe from Kristine’s Kitchen Blog
Delicious Avocado Ranch Dressing is a very versatile recipe. Make a batch, eat it on your salad and then use it up on twists on classic recipes.
Use it up by making:
Avocado Ranch Chicken Salad Sandwich from Spend with Pennies
Another brilliant idea is Fried Green Cherry Tomatoes with Avocado Ranch Dipping Sauce from Carrie’s Experimental Kitchen
It would be cool and creamy on these Chili Nachos from Ragu
