When my in-laws came to town, they wanted to go out for Greek food. I went into a panic going to Taverna Agora (6101 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27612-2613) for the first time; a new restaurant, new food, in front of two people that I really wanted to impress. Luckily for me, I loved every bite there and couldn’t wait to go back. The timing was perfect too, since last Saturday was Greek night! Continue reading
Posted in cheese, dinner, food, Food blog, Greek food, lamb, North Carolina, potatoes, Raleigh food, Raleigh Restaurants, Taverna Agora
Tagged cheese, flambé, food, Food blog, Greek food, lamb, North Carolina, Ouzo, Raleigh, Raleigh restaurant, wine
Ok, this time around I am going to do a very different kind of post. I am not looking at those beers that I consider to be my favorites, rather those that have a nostalgic value for me and which I have a specific set of memories attached to. Now, I grew up in a household where beer and wine were a staple of everyday life. Don’t get me wrong, nobody in my immediate family had a drinking problem, but we are a family who values a good glass of beer or a bottle of wine.
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Posted in Beer, Champaign, food, Food blog, Greek food, IL, Illinois, Illinois food, jazz, Jazz night, local food, newcastle, newcastle ale, Uncategorized
Tagged Beer, Champaign, Greek food, Illinois, Illinois food, jazz, Jazz night, music and food, newcastle ale, nostalgia, Urbana, Zorbas
