Blog Articles
What Restaurants Get Right
Kathy HillAttention to detail is important in order to keep people coming back time and time again
What Restaurants Get Right
Kathy HillAttention to detail is important in order to keep people coming back time and time again
Read moreFriday, April 19, 2024
There’s Something about a Waitress
Kathy HillThere’s definitely something about a (cheeky) waitress.
There’s Something about a Waitress
Kathy HillThere’s definitely something about a (cheeky) waitress.
Read moreSunday, October 1, 2023
The Summer Barbecue
Brian T. HillIt’s not about the food. It’s about . . . friends and family. It’s about setting some time aside to get people together. It’s about sharing.
The Summer Barbecue
Brian T. HillIt’s not about the food. It’s about . . . friends and family. It’s about setting some time aside to get people together. It’s about sharing.
Read moreFriday, September 1, 2023
Canadian Chocolate Reigns Supreme
Kathy HillIn the United States, candy bar makers seem to be more concerned with shelf life, appearance, and cost than they do with flavor and experience. They are content to use a smaller percentage of cocoa butter, chocolate liquor, and quality sweeteners than their Canadian counterparts use. Thus, it isn’t merely subjective to conclude that the Canadian products are superior in quality of taste and texture.
Canadian Chocolate Reigns Supreme
Kathy HillIn the United States, candy bar makers seem to be more concerned with shelf life, appearance, and cost than they do with flavor and experience. They are content to use a smaller percentage of cocoa butter, chocolate liquor, and quality sweeteners than their Canadian counterparts use. Thus, it isn’t merely subjective to conclude that the Canadian products are superior in quality of taste and texture.
Read moreTuesday, August 15, 2023
The Allure of $2 Bills
Brian T. HillMy mission is to spread joy, $2 at a time.
The Allure of $2 Bills
Brian T. HillMy mission is to spread joy, $2 at a time.
Read moreTuesday, August 1, 2023
Food Truck Culture
Brian T. and Kathy HillFood truck culture is about more than simply food. It’s about community.
Food Truck Culture
Brian T. and Kathy HillFood truck culture is about more than simply food. It’s about community.
Read moreSaturday, July 15, 2023
Discovering New Cuisines
Brian T. HillThe world is full of many interesting cuisines, cultures, customs, and people. A guide can introduce us to them and expand our appreciation. Doing so on our own may require brave adventurousness. Either way, the experience is the reward.
Discovering New Cuisines
Brian T. HillThe world is full of many interesting cuisines, cultures, customs, and people. A guide can introduce us to them and expand our appreciation. Doing so on our own may require brave adventurousness. Either way, the experience is the reward.
Read moreSaturday, July 1, 2023
Cola Inconsistency
Kathy HillI want my caffeinated soda to be cold, bubbly, and tasty.
Cola Inconsistency
Kathy HillI want my caffeinated soda to be cold, bubbly, and tasty.
Read moreThursday, June 15, 2023
Flavors of India
Brian T. HillIt was always spicy. It didn’t matter what time of day it was. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They were all spicy.
Flavors of India
Brian T. HillIt was always spicy. It didn’t matter what time of day it was. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They were all spicy.
Read moreThursday, June 1, 2023
More Than Mac n' Cheese
Kathy HillLife needs to be about more than Mac n’ Cheese . . . from a box.
More Than Mac n' Cheese
Kathy HillLife needs to be about more than Mac n’ Cheese . . . from a box.
Read moreMonday, May 15, 2023
Dulce de Leche
Brian T. HillDulce de leche does resemble caramel somewhat, but it is a bit different.
Dulce de Leche
Brian T. HillDulce de leche does resemble caramel somewhat, but it is a bit different.
Read moreMonday, May 1, 2023
Donairs, a Nova Scotian Gyro
Kathy HillThere is one food from my childhood that stands out most because we didn’t get to eat it very often.
Donairs, a Nova Scotian Gyro
Kathy HillThere is one food from my childhood that stands out most because we didn’t get to eat it very often.
Read moreSaturday, April 15, 2023
Apple Cinnamon Sinkers
Brian T. HillWe always enjoyed the Apple Cinnamon Sinkers my mother used to make for breakfast. Here is her recipe.
Apple Cinnamon Sinkers
Brian T. HillWe always enjoyed the Apple Cinnamon Sinkers my mother used to make for breakfast. Here is her recipe.
Read moreSaturday, April 1, 2023
Restaurant Etiquette
Kathy HillIn order to enjoy a pleasant, seamless experience, diners and servers both need to do their parts in being respectful, reasonable, and polite.
Restaurant Etiquette
Kathy HillIn order to enjoy a pleasant, seamless experience, diners and servers both need to do their parts in being respectful, reasonable, and polite.
Read moreWednesday, March 15, 2023
Looking at Nice Houses
Brian T. Hill“Oh, they’re so beautiful on the outside, but I wonder if they’re just as nice on the inside.”
Looking at Nice Houses
Brian T. Hill“Oh, they’re so beautiful on the outside, but I wonder if they’re just as nice on the inside.”
Read moreWednesday, March 1, 2023
Ambiance
Kathy HillAlthough the taste and quality of the food is important when dining out, the setting matters. In some cases, having a stellar experience is all about the ambiance.
Ambiance
Kathy HillAlthough the taste and quality of the food is important when dining out, the setting matters. In some cases, having a stellar experience is all about the ambiance.
Read moreWednesday, February 15, 2023
Liver and Onions
Brian T. HillEven though she knew that she wouldn't enjoy it, my mother made liver and onions at my request.
Liver and Onions
Brian T. HillEven though she knew that she wouldn't enjoy it, my mother made liver and onions at my request.
Read moreWednesday, February 1, 2023
Food Made with Love
Kathy HillThe right foods can take me back to the happiest moments of my life.
Food Made with Love
Kathy HillThe right foods can take me back to the happiest moments of my life.
Read moreSunday, January 15, 2023
The Spectrum of Craftsmanship
Brian T. HillThere's a big difference between a furniture store hot dog and a gourmet meal, but we can enjoy both.
The Spectrum of Craftsmanship
Brian T. HillThere's a big difference between a furniture store hot dog and a gourmet meal, but we can enjoy both.
Read moreSunday, January 1, 2023
It's About More Than Food
Kathy HillEating isn’t merely for physical sustenance, but meals can be truly savored and enjoyed. Eating can be an EXPERIENCE.
It's About More Than Food
Kathy HillEating isn’t merely for physical sustenance, but meals can be truly savored and enjoyed. Eating can be an EXPERIENCE.
Read moreThursday, December 15, 2022
Experiential Dining
Brian T. HillWhy do we eat at restaurants? Not just for the food, but also for the experience.
Experiential Dining
Brian T. HillWhy do we eat at restaurants? Not just for the food, but also for the experience.
Read moreThursday, December 1, 2022