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This sustainable coffee shop and roaster has a few locations across Atlanta and I recommend trying them out! I popped in to their Midtown location, which had plenty of seating inside and out for you to enjoy a coffee and sit a while. Their menu features classic drinks and a selection of seasonal offerings thatContinue reading “Dancing Goat Coffee”

Bentonville, Arkansas doesn’t scream good food and coffee, right? I mean it isn’t a big city and is not super well known. But that didn’t stop Bentonville from working to be a little foodie town in the middle of the country in the most unsuspecting spot. I was pleasantly surprised when my husband and IContinue reading “Onyx”

Located inside Chelsea Market in NYC, NY you’ll find this little Asian Market with great stuff to buy and a few food and drink stalls as well! You can find so many delicious spots in Chelsea Market, but this is one spot you do not want to skip! If you love Asian food, THIS isContinue reading “Pearl River Market Foods”

If you are familiar with Berlin Doner Kebab, then you might also know how hard it is to find in the US – or really to find outside of Berlin period. Doner Kebab was invented in Berlin by the large Turkish population that immigrated there and it is a part of Berlin culture and history.Continue reading “Kotti”

Looking for a unique sweet treat? Head over to Eight Turn Crepe in Dekalb Market in Brooklyn. They’ve got all your crepe dreams covered with both sweet and savory choices. They also roll/fold their crepes eight times, hence the name Eight Turn! On the menu you’ll find classics like strawberry nutella, ham & cheese, andContinue reading “Eight Turn Crepe”

Located inside the Dekalb Market in Brooklyn, NY you’ll find Mortiz. These guys are owned by Kotti, which is the Berlin Doner Kebab shop (also located inside Dekalb). While Kotti is very specific to Berlin dishes, Moritz encompasses a wide variety of classic German dishes. You’ll find sausages, schnitzel, pretzels, and a variety of friesContinue reading “Moritz”

Takumi Tacos is a fusion spot combining two of my personal favorite cuisines – Japanese and Mexican! Honestly, Asian and Mexican flavors compliment each other so well and really do work well together. When I found this spot in Chelsea Market, I knew I had to try a taco….or two. Their menu is fantastic withContinue reading “Takumi Tacos”

An unsuspecting good coffee shop inside a fashion brand. This spot is synonymous with the luxurious fashion brand, Maison. I popped in here after walking around Brooklyn and in desperate need of a hot cup of coffee. While this shop and brand is world-wide, I very much appreciated the local variety they offer. I ofContinue reading “Cafe Kitsune”

Opened in 2014, Mimi Cheng’s mission is all about providing delicious, high quality food that connects them with their heritage and family recipes. This restaurant popped on my radar when I was looking for delicious Asian food after a long day at work! This was only a few blocks away from the hotel, so IContinue reading “Mimi Cheng’s”

Located in Brooklyn, NY inside the Dekalb Market is this incredible shop. If you like pierogis, which if you don’t like them then idk what you’re doing, you have to check this spot out. All of their pierogies are made in house from scratch and they have been featured in tons of food magazines forContinue reading “Pierogi Boys”