An Introduction to Tarpon Springs, Florida
Tarpon Springs, Florida has the highest population of Greek-Americans than any other US city. See what I found at this adorable seaside jewel.
About Melody Pittman
Posts by Melody Pittman:
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- Florida
- Georgia
- Louisiana
- Mississippi
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Texas
Your Guide to the Wineries and Tasting Rooms of Grapevine, Texas
Texas is a state you might not think of when you think wineries, but they have their fair share. In fact, aside from the big hitters on the West Coast, Texas sells more wine than anywhere else in the country.Seeing that the a town in Texas is actually called Grapevine, it would be a shame if they didn’t have a wonderful wine selection. Good thing they do…. and a marvelous one! Here are four of Grapevine’s wineries and tasting rooms that scored high with my taste buds. More
Dining at Weidmann’s: A Day Trip to Meridian, Mississippi
A recent visit to see my daughter in Brandon, Mississippi left me longing for a delicious Sunday brunch. After searching the internet for one within an hour’s drive, I found what sounded like a perfect option. We drove to Meridian, Mississippi to visit Weidmann’s, the oldest restaurant in Mississippi, established in 1870. The historic restaurant offers a jazz brunch (reservations suggested) with a killer menu. Brunch runs from 11 AM to 2 PM. More
6 Unique Florida Attractions You Won’t Want To Miss
Florida packs a powerful punch in the tourism industry, but not only does it offer theme parks and beaches, it also offer incredible unique sites. The artsy Dali Museum and The Ringling make up the west coast of Florida’s list and Bok Tower Gardens represents Central Florida. Florida’s East coast offerings are the Flagler Museum, Stetson Mansion, and Kennedy Space Center. Having traveled the state thoroughly for many years, here are six unique attractions that I think are some of our most important and impressive. More
20 Great Restaurants In Mississippi To Tantalize Your Taste Buds
Mississippi is one of our favorite Southern states to eat in. From small town local bites to fine dining classic dishes, there are so many good choices in the Mississippi restaurant scene that you will be amazed. Check out this list of 20 great restaurants in Mississippi that are serving meals guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds. More
9 Fantastic Florida Vacation Destinations
Florida is one of the top vacation destinations in the world. From gorgeous beaches to world-class amusement parks, nature trails to upscale shopping boutiques, sporting events to the incredible Everglades, there is something for everyone. Here are 9 fantastic Florida vacation destinations where you can soak up the Sunshine State. More
Look into Visiting Carrboro, North Carolina
Carrboro is a lovely free-spirited town only five to ten minutes from Chapel Hill, home of the University of North Carolina (UNC). Visiting Carrboro offers iconic shopping, stately cathedrals, and to me, represents a quintessential Southern small town. After visiting Carrboro, here are things that I loved about the cute, friendly destination. More
Taste History Culinary Tour of Boynton Beach, Florida
Recently I did a food tour in Boynton Beach, Florida that I couldn’t wait to share with you. My husband, Eddie, accompanied me on the Taste History Culinary Tour as we sampled food from local restaurants, pastry shops, and international eateries, as well as gained some knowledge about the business owners and areas of interest around town. Lori, the tour leader and gal in charge, knows her stuff and makes learning history so much fun…and tasty. More
Five Reasons Why McAllen, Texas, is Worth (More) than One Visit
There’s nothing better than visiting a place that you’ve never heard about and not only liking what you find, but loving all that it has to offer. McAllen, Texas is that place for me, a truly unique city located about 10 miles from the US-Mexico border that brings me back time and again. More
A 42 Restaurant Guide to Vero Beach, Florida
Vero Beach is located on the Atlantic Coast, halfway between Melbourne (to the North) and Palm Beach (to the South), Florida. The town is split between full-time residents and snowbirds (seasonal occupants). One of the best things about living in Vero Beach, besides the obvious, is that we have delicious eats and access to incredibly fresh seafood. Here is my 42 restaurant guide to Vero Beach, as suggested by a local. More