LIFESTYLE 5 of My Favorite Places to Exercise in Manhattan Posted on August 31, 2020June 9, 2024 I am a military spouse, and one thing, and only one thing, is constant. Just when you get comfortable with where you live, it’s time to go. We’ve been here for more than 2 years now, and a routine has emerged. I know where the best places to eat, exercise,… Read more
CULINARY TRAVEL Best Coffee Shops with Fast Wifi in Manhattan KS Posted on November 5, 2019June 9, 2024 Sometimes my best blogging ideas are born from necessity. Today it was where could I chill, enjoy something tasty and get fast, free Wi-Fi. Here are my favorite places for free Wi-Fi in Manhattan, KS and why I like them. Read more
PLACES Romantic Getaways Soldier Time near Fort Riley Posted on February 14, 2019May 18, 2024 Looking for a little romance in the Flint Hills? Escape the monotony of Fort Riley and Manhattan. And immerse yourself in the romance of wildflowers, panoramic sunsets, and the wide-open plains. Relax in the heart of prairie country with a loved one on a romantic getaway in the Flint Hills of Kansas. Read more
CULINARY TRAVEL Best Ethnic & Locally-Owned Restaurants in Manhattan KS Posted on December 15, 2018June 28, 2024 Thankfully, you don’t have to eat in a box in Manhattan, Kansas if you don’t want to. Skip the chain and fast-food restaurants. Here are 6 of the best ethnic and locally-owned restaurants in the Fort Riley/ Manhattan area. The Best Locally-Owned Restaurants Fort Riley, Manhattan and Junction City… Read more
PLACES Where to Eat on the European Side of Istanbul Posted on September 29, 2018June 9, 2024 I love Istanbul, Turkey. Apart from its architectural beauty, it’s also the only city in the world that straddles two continents– Europe and Asia. The Asian side does have its share of attractions– especially the food stalls and cafes in Kadiköy Market. However, the majority of the well-known tourist attractions… Read more
PLACES Where to Eat on the Asian Side of Istanbul Posted on September 27, 2018June 9, 2024 The Asian side of Istanbul is a remarkable place to experience authentic Turkish food and drink. Although most tourist attractions are located on the European side, the Asian side seems more European for lack of a better analogy. It’s a shame that most first-time visitors don’t explore the Kadikoy Market… Read more
CULINARY TRAVEL Nick Tahoe’s Garbage Plate Posted on July 17, 2018June 9, 2024 Quintessential greasy spoon experience in Rochester, New York Buffalo is famous for its wings. New Orleans offers the cherished po’ boys. Philly is synonymous with cheesesteaks. Baltimore is the go-to for crab cakes. Each city often has its own culinary claim to fame. Rochester, New York, joins the ranks with… Read more
Franklin BBQ in Austin Texas– I’m Here for the Brisket Posted on December 24, 2017June 28, 2024 There are tons of blogs that will tell you why Franklin’s is different from all the other Texas BBQs. I can tell you, I was not disappointed in the wait for the brisket at Franklin BBQ. I barely got back into the car before I broke off a piece of brisket and yes, it was delicious. It fell apart in my fingers. It was moist and seasoned just right. Who knows, I may even wait in line again, it was part of the experience. Read more