Yelp ranked the top 100 ice cream shops of 2023 and Page's Dairy Mart in Pittsburgh was ranked 16th on the list.



The iconic ice cream shop has been around for 50+ years and serves milkshakes, sundaes, swirls and more. It's cash only, and there's usually a line.



when I got up to the window, I saw the sign for Thr Yinzer. How could I not order that?



The Yinzer is blonde brownie with white and milk chocolate, whipped cream and caramel.



There's no way you can go wrong with that combo. But I do especially like how everything tasted so fresh with quality ingredients. Definitely my jam.



Grade: A

Sedona is a desert town known for its red-rock buttes and steep canyon walls. I went to visit with my friend Kaitlynn, and we grabbed lunch at The Hudson while there.



"Perched on a hillside overlooking the scenic red rocks of Sedona, The Hudson serves lunch and dinner daily featuring seasonal American fare with unique twists on trusted comfort food. We pride ourselves on our bruschetta, burgers, salads, hand cut 45 day aged prime steaks, ribs, fresh seafood, homemade desserts, specialty cocktails, wine and local craft beer," reads the website.



The bruschetta is what really caught my eye here. there are several different types, and you can arrange a flight. I actually ended up trying five different ones.



Goat cheese, with sweet and spicy pepper jam - I loved the combo here of both flavors and textures.



Brie, apples, and fig jam - this was almost like a dessert bruschetta, and it was delicious.



House-smoked salmon with pesto cream cheese, caper and red onion - while I do love this flavor combo typically, it was not my favorite rendition here. I think the salmon for me was just a bit off.



Funghi with mushroom, roasted garlic, ricotta, cheese, thyme and chive - this was an umami bomb in the best way.



Warm artichoke spread with roasted garlic and romano cheese - this one didn't have quite as much flavor compared to some of the others, but even though it was mild, it was still good.

Deconstructed Banana Cream Pie - Graham cracker crust, bananas, sugared pecans, whipped cream, strawberry - this dessert was next level delicious.



Grade: A

I found this small business called Sweet Burcheez that makes fruit breads at The Wild Ramp in Huntington. I thought it was so tasty that I wanted to learn more:

Harper and my mom have dreamed of owning their own bakery for years... they spend hours in the kitchen making pumpkin muffins, brownies, jams, pies and so much more... so they have decided to pursue their dream and start with online orders and setting up at the Farmers Market in Huntington! I will be posting their items weekly (and sometimes more)... You can request an item or pick from something offered! Everything will be made fresh... Jams, Jelly's and AppleButter are currently being made and canned for enjoyment throughout the year!!! A good friend gave me the Nickname "Burchee" and my kids have loved it.. and that's how the name "Burchees Sweets" was formed!!! Get ready to start seeing some wonderful items posted... these ladies can't wait to start baking (more)!!!

The First Baptist Church of Charleston has a commercial kitchen and has been cooking up some delicious dishes on specialty days each week - like Wing Wednesdays and Fish Friday.



To add to their offerings, the church now does hamburgers, hotdogs, nachos, and other sandwiches on Thursdays. I went with a Philly cheesesteak, which came with peppers and onions. It was quite tasty; I would just add some mayo on my next one.

El Chullo is located in Phoenix and is known for its Peruvian food.

"Chullo" is a peruvian ancestral garment symbol of the andean culture made to protect themselves from the extreme cold in the Andean high places. In these towns, they fulfill a purpose, which is to identify the characters of the andean population. Depending on the place where they are made, colors, figures, motives and shapes are in harmony with the traditions and local uses, according to the website.



"When Esperanza Luzcando came from Peru in June 2011 for her son's graduation, she fell in love with Arizona. In December 2011, Esperanza and her husband, José Ramírez Sánchez, decided to move to Arizona with her family and open a business. The idea of opening a restaurant was born and El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant was inaugurated in 2014.

'When we decided to open our restaurant, we always had in mind to offer traditional food with different recipes learned throughout our lives, as served at our home' says Jose Ramirez Sanchez. ​

'We are very happy that Peruvian food is becoming more widely known worldwide. And we always invite all our customers to visit our beautiful country and to learn about our culture and above all enjoy our delicious cuisine' says Esperanza Luzcando."



I ordered the chicha morada to drink, which is made with Peruvian purple corn, pineapple, cinnamon and cloves. I really enjoy this sweet but slightly earthy drink.



We had yucca fries, calamari, and a variety of proteins with red onion. What I really enjoy is that the beef or chicken take on a nice rich flavor from the marinades and spices.and, the veggies are cooked so that the sweetness is brought out.



What is your favorite Peruvian dish?



Grade: B

Today, I tried a new fish fry for dinner at the Basilica of the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Friday Lenten Fish Fry - $10 per person
When: 6:00pm - until sold out!
Fridays March 1, 8, 15, 22
Where: Sacred Heart Grade School Cafeteria
Enjoy our Fried or Baked Premium Cod, Baked Potato with Butter or Sour Cream, French Fries, Hush Puppies, Cole Slaw, Green Beans, Roll, Beverage, and Dessert After paying my $10, I followed the flow of traffic into the school cafeteria. I waited in line until it was my turn to fill my to-go box. As I made my way down the line, I chose fried fish, green beans, and hushpuppies. The next section was slaw, which I, of course, added. Then it was a baked potato, french fries, and a roll. Finally dessert was at the last table, and I was excited to pick up a piece of strawberry cake with sprinkles. The fish here was impressive. It was nicely crisp outside with a moist, flaky interior. A great meal while supporting our community members.

JOJO Coffeehouse is a breakfast and brunch restaurant that is known for its coffee flight.



A flight is typically small samples of various wines or beers. So, the concept of incorporating it into another craft drink - coffee - is a natural progression.



At JOJO's, the flight consists of five iced coffees:

- Cold Brew
- Mocha
- Latte
- Carmel Macchiato
- White Mocha



My favorites were the caramel macchiato and white mocha, likely because they were the sweetest ones. But they also had a bit more complexity on my palate that I enjoyed.



"The JOJO Coffeehouse blend is a signature blend with chocolate and berry notes. It very balanced and medium acid. In fact, when choosing the JOJO blend, we did several blind taste tests with local and national competitors. The coffee blend we selected was number one or two on every blind taste test survey making it the clear fan favorite and choice as our signature JOJO coffee & espresso. Try the JOJO special, and original coffee flight which includes white mocha, ice latte, mocha, caramel macchiato, and espresso shot. JOJO is not your typical coffee shop, at our coffeehouse you can enjoy your coffee with friends or family while enjoying live music, breakfast & brunch," reads the website.



To go with all of that caffeine, I ordered some breakfast tacos.



They consist of three flour tortillas, scrambled eggs, pepper jack cheese, bacon, onions, tomatoes, and sour cream with avocado on the side. I also added some fresh berries on the side.



These were pretty tasty. There was a freshness to them, rather than being heavy with too many ingredients or bold flavors. Instead, they were light and refreshing and a great way to start the day.



Grade: A

This small-batch coffee roaster has a unique twist. Not only does Bean Theory Coffee create tasty coffee, but they also aim to teach classes on coffee brewing, roasting, and more from a scientific perspective. Based in Poca, Bean Theory can be found at local events and online.

"At Love Handle, diners know to expect the unexpected. The menu at this no-frills mom-and-pop Indy sandwich shop explores uncommon ingredients in fantastic pairings. Tendons, tongue, belly and heart are all fair game for Chef Chris Benedyk, who has spent a large part of his career transforming these overlooked cuts of meat into sophisticated creations," reads the Food Network blurb that convinced me to check out this breakfast/brunch spot in Indianapolis.



It's almost like a dive bar, but with trendy menu items. Decor is inspired by the local antique shop with a special focus on vintage beer signs. And, there was a movie playing on the projector screen the whole time we were there.



There are some unique specials on the chalkboard wall, but the standard menu features breakfast sandwiches, grits, burritos, soup and the "house sando."



The house sando comes with choice of protein: pork belly, shrimp, fried chicken, fried fish or brisket.



I opted for the pork belly. It comes with a house remoulade and house slaw.



I enjoyed the sandwich overall. The pork belly was thickkkk and I happen to get a good bit more of the fatty pieces than any actual meat. So, it was a bit offputting to bite through that much fat. That porky, smoky flavor was great paired with that house, run a lot, and a little bit of crunch from slaw.



Grade: B

The First Baptist Church of Charleston has a commercial kitchen and has been cooking up some delicious dishes on specialty days each week - like Wing Wednesdays. I finally was able to try their Fish Friday, which has been around prior to Lent. And, they are not playing around when it comes to fish. On this particular day, they were offering whiting, red snapper, catfish and perch. Plus shrimp and alligator. You can get an entire dinner with fish, two sides and a drink for $15. I went with whiting, macaroni and cheese, and Creole potato salad. That macaroni and cheese was so cheesy and had just a hint of sweetness – my favorite. The creole potato salad had some nice mustard seed flavor kick. The whiting did not have the thick, golden, deep-fried batter I was hoping for. But, I have learned that fish in the south is more commonly crusted with a sort of cornmeal coating. So, it's a bit more crunchy than it is crisp. It was flaky, white fish with a great flavor. They thought of all the accompaniments as well; I had tartar sauce, hot sauce, and a tangy sort of barbecue sauce. Super tasty.