A Taste of Puerto Rico

Living in South Florida means that there is a plethora of options for Latin cuisine. With so many choices, it can be hard to pinpoint a place that has authentic recipes and is actually worth the stop. Let me take the guess work out of the equation for you. Prepare to have your taste buds come alive at La Fondita de leo! Located just north of Clearwater, this place has something on the menu for everyone! Everything from the atmosphere to the fare will have you coming back for more. As soon as you walk in you are greeted with friendly, smiling faces. The rustic, modern atmosphere is sure to make you feel right at home during your dining experience.

If you’re like me and love seafood, then you’ll love the ceviche and the curry and coconut mahi mahi. After trying ceviche at several of the local restaurants in the area, nothing compares to the refreshing and light taste of the chef’s ceviche here. It’s not too spicy and has just enough flavor to tantalize your taste buds. The curry and coconut mahi mahi is fresh and is topped with onions, sweet peppers, carrots, and sautéed in a coconut and curry sauce that is just the right amount of spicy and creamy deliciousness. The beautiful colors combined together in this dish make it a culinary masterpiece.

To top off this taste of Puerto Rico, complete your meal with their savory tostones for an appetizer and their richly flavored creme brulee for dessert. I highly recommend both of these savory and sweet options which compliment any dish here and are honestly some of the best tostones and creme brulee I think I’ve ever had! I promise you will be coming back for more!

Southern Comfort and Singing Chickens

I think it’s safe to say that anyone from the south growing up remembers a certain dish that a family member makes that is extra special. Whether it be grandma’s homemade buttermilk pancakes, mom’s flaky biscuits made from scratch, or dad’s famous pot of chili, it seems that no one can make it quite like they can. Take a moment to think of what that dish was (or maybe still is) for you. I bet that you can remember the smell of that certain food, the savory taste, and that warm feeling of home that you get whenever it gets made. That feeling is what makes food so special. It’s a feeling that is hard to find in a restaurant because it’s a feeling that is created with love and care when a plate is made. Tucked away in the heart of the Smokies, you can find a restaurant that offers that same cozy feeling. Imagine a farmhouse full of dozens of chickens, but these chickens aren’t just any regular chickens. These chickens sing and put on a show for you while you enjoy your food. These chickens also have special names like “Hens Solo” and “Princess Layer!” At Frizzle Chicken Farmhouse Cafe in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee you can find just that. Our visit to this unique, family fun restaurant was every bit of satisfying. Our table was complete with a breakfast feast to tickle any tastebud! Our spread consisted of funfetti pancakes that were made for anyone with a sweet tooth. As the melted butter settled between the tower of batter and sprinkles, I couldn’t help but admire the pretty colors awaiting me on my plate. As I took my first bite, the light and airy taste danced on my tongue. As I took another bite, the sweet and savory taste of sprinkles and whipped cream filled my tastebuds with delight! The fun didn’t stop with just the funfetti pancakes! My better half had the chicken and waffles which was a classic spin on the traditional plate. The crispy Belgian waffles were homemade in house with a giant piece of breaded chicken breast sprinkled with powdered sugar and maple syrup (think of how mom made them, but better!) Sure, I know what you’re thinking, “Geeze, talk about a sugar coma!” (Hey, when in Rome. Am I right?) To balance out the sugar surplus was a dish that every southerner knows and loves, biscuits and gravy! This order of biscuits and gravy was different though. Instead of just one traditional style bowl of gravy, we were given a plate full of buttery, flaky, made from scratch biscuits complete with not one, but three different types of homemade gravy to try! We may have needed a nap after that breakfast feast, but the singing chickens, savory food, and delightful service made us feel right at home! If you’re ever in the area, check out the Frizzle Chicken Farmhouse Cafe for a breakfast spot that’s sure to make you leave with a full stomach and a smile on your face!

A Journey of Deliciousness

First off, I love food. Who doesn’t right? Food is quite literally one of the few collective things that brings people together. Whether it be a family gathering, a celebration, or even just a quick pick-me-up, food has the power to heal the soul. My better half and I often visit different eateries around Florida and other parts of the country. We spend time enjoying the beautiful day and each other’s company as we cruise around on the hunt for a new spot to eat. When we find a place, we always make sure to try something unique to that certain menu. Afterward, we often tell friends, family, and coworkers about the delicious platters that we discover and recommend others to try them also. After a while, many people have came up to us and mentioned the idea of us starting a food blog to document all of the amazing places that we have been and dishes that we have discovered. We both loved the idea, but we never took the time to actually make the blog that we wanted to have, until today. This first post is the beginning of our tasty adventures. I hope you enjoy following our journey of deliciousness and reading about some of our own culinary creations too!