Every Veterans Day, restaurants across the U.S. thank service members with free meals and coffee. This year, my husband Steven and my dad made the rounds together, my son joined from Kansas, and my daughter celebrated from her ship in Italy. From Hy-Vee to Texas Roadhouse, these gestures show that gratitude still lives in small, sincere ways.
Tag: food and drinks
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Tired of Paying $7 for Coffee: How I’m Bringing the Cafe Home
I love cafe drinks any time of day—hot coffee, iced lattes, fruity sodas, or lemonade. But paying $6 to $8 each time feels crazy. So I’ve started making my favorites at home, from caramel lattes to dirty sodas, saving money while still enjoying the flavors I crave.
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A Table for One, Please: How I Learned to Love Eating Alone While Traveling
I used to avoid dining alone, hiding behind my phone or takeout. Traveling taught me to choose my seat, savor my food, and slow down without worry. From street stalls to window views, eating solo feels freeing—not lonely. Now I linger, watch, and enjoy every moment.
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How Brazil Coffee Tariffs Threaten America’s Love Affair with Coffee
President Trump’s 50% tariff on Brazilian coffee is disrupting a supply chain that provides 30% of U.S. coffee. Prices are rising, shipments are down, and small cafes face the biggest strain. Brazil is redirecting exports to other markets, risking America’s influence in global coffee trade and reshaping coffee culture nationwide.
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9 Real Ways Military Families Can Save Money on Food Right Now
Prices are rising, but military families have real options. This post shares eight practical ways to save money at the store—using base benefits, planning meals, cooking from scratch, and leaning on community. From Commissary tips to homemade sauces and garden plots, here’s how to shop smarter without stress.
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Cook Your Travels: 6 Simple Asian-Inspired Dishes to Try This Week
I’m a little bored in the kitchen. So, this week I’m cooking like I travel—with purpose, flexibility, and a hunger for flavor that reminds me where I’ve been. This week, I planned a full lineup of easy Asian-inspired dishes. I made a grocery list. I was halfway through the Commissary…
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What Makes Hotel Breakfast So Special While Traveling
Hotel mornings move slower. No chores. No rush. Just soft light, quiet air, and the promise of a hotel breakfast downstairs—warm, fragrant, and maybe unfamiliar. I stretch, breathe, and follow the scent. That small luxury, often overlooked, feels like a reward for all the noise I left behind.
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The Truth About Tourist Trap Restaurants: 21 Tips to Avoid Them
Nobody wants to be overcharged or have a bland meal, especially while traveling. Experiencing local cuisine is one of the best parts of travel, but not all restaurants have your best interests in mind. Can you identify a restaurant that caters to tourists? Today, we’ll discuss how to avoid tourist trap restaurants. We’ll cover location tips, menu warning signs, server tricks, and techniques for finding the most authentic local eateries.