It’s crispy. It’s crunchy. We all love it. You know what I am talking about…I'm talking about fried chicken! July 6 is National Fried Chicken Day, so why not go over some of the great places in the 417 that serve up that crispy bird for all of us to enjoy! Hot Cluckers I never realized I had…
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You have a lot of choices when it comes to entertainment for family, friends, or date night! BigShots Golf Springfield is big on F-U-N. The moment you arrive, you’ll see why BigShots Golf is a fresh, matchless take on entertainment and recreation. BigShots Golf provides the ultimate gaming and golf…
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Everyone loves a classic sandwich. Springfield and the surrounding area have no shortage of great locally-owned restaurants serving that timeless, portable meal. Come along as I journey through some of my favorite sandwiches in the 417! The Sub Shops For 40 years, The Sub Shops have been serving…
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While the mill at Finley Farms looks completed on the outside, there are still many behind-the-scenes projects yet to come. I’ve awaited the arrival of The Garrison, a fine dining social affair tucked away beneath The Ozark Mill for months now, and I finally got a peek inside. Here’s what happened…
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One can never go wrong when they choose pizza as a meal. Some like thick crust; others prefer thin and crispy. We have a little bit of it all here in Springfield, Missouri! Springfield has so many great pizzerias. Some have been around for many years while others are just making their mark in the…
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If you've got a sweet tooth, these desserts around the Springfield area are a must-try. Chocolate Croissant from Common Grounds Coffee Shop I heard about this delicious croissant from a co-worker of mine. They told me about how it was one of their favorite treats, so naturally, I knew I had to make…
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Do you ever find yourself at a restaurant where their appetizer menu has just as tasty dishes as the main entrée section? How about the side dishes that would typically pair with your favorite plate, but are so good you could eat them all by themselves? I often run into this and decided to share…
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Before my diagnosis, you would find me devouring a basket (or two) of Texas Roadhouse rolls or a large chimichanga smothered in queso. In 2006, I moved to Springfield from Boston, MA, the mecca of delicious diverse food. Shortly after my move, I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease and a dairy allergy;…
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For the last couple of years, I have eaten at a lot of restaurants, I mean A LOT! While I do strive and enjoy trying someplace new every time I dine out, there are a few places that have become regular spots. I think it takes something special for a restaurant to become a reoccurring place I visit…
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Being a foodie and doing foodie things, I am always game for trying new foods or new restaurants. But there is something about Mexican food that is always calling to me. It doesn’t take much convincing to get me in front of a plate of tacos or devouring a big ol burrito! So come with me as we…
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