Getaways — The Cravings Queen

Weekend Getaway to Chicago

If you plan on visiting Chicago, check out the restaurants, bars and attractions that my friends and I explored during our trip.

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Taste Carolina: Charlotte Uptown Evening Tour

Taste Carolina offers food-and-drink-focused tours in nine cities in the Tar Heel state, including Charlotte.

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Weekend Getaway to Charlotte

I headed south to Charlotte, North Carolina for a few days of sights and bites.

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24 Hours in Charlottesville

I was invited to a tasting event at Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard and decided to make it an overnight trip to explore downtown Charlottesville the next day.

Virginia, CharlottesvilleThe Cravings QueenApril 12, 2022winery, distillery, tasting room, farmers market, art exhibit, art museumComment

Bachelorette Party Pour Decisions

Stronger than a hard seltzer, House Wine canned wines are the perfect sipper for any occasion, especially my friend’s bachelorette party.

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New Orleans Getaway: Acme Oyster House

We had time for just one more meal in New Orleans, so we decided to have brunch at Acme Oyster House.

New Orleans, New Orleans GetawayThe Cravings QueenJuly 29, 2019Acme Oyster House, New Orleans restaurants, New Orleans, oysters, chargrilled oysters, po'boys, fried seafoodComment

New Orleans Getaway: The Cravings Queen’s Birthday Crash and Burn

I was thrilled to celebrate my birthday and turn 26 during our New Orleans trip.

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New Orleans Getaway: Po Boys, Gators and Crawfish - Oh My!

There were still a few remaining items on our NOLA checklist, so we decided to cross off a few more items.

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New Orleans Getaway: Exploring New Orleans

As I eagerly waited for my friends to arise, I thought about all that we could do on our first full day in New Orleans.

New Orleans, New Orleans GetawayThe Cravings QueenJuly 12, 2019Ruby Slipper Cafe, Cafe Du Monde, Royal House, Jackson Square, French Quarter, New Orleans, New Orleans restaurants, beignets, seafood, pasta, brunch, breakfast, Bloody MaryComment

New Orleans Getaway: NOLA Restaurant

NOLA Restaurant dishes out Creole flavors, with a blend of Acadian and Southern cuisine.

New Orleans, New Orleans GetawayThe Cravings QueenJuly 9, 2019New Orleans restaurants, New Orleans, NOLA Restaurant, seafood, chicken wings, CreoleComment

The Cravings Queen’s New Orleans Getaway

Our trip to New Orleans was full of savory foods, cold drinks and miles of walking.

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Kansas City Barbecue Tour: Jack Stack Barbecue

We headed over to Jack Stack’s Freight House location to indulge in Kansas City barbecue one last time.

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Kansas City Barbecue Tour: Arthur Bryant’s Barbeque Restaurant

When visiting Kansas City, this famous barbecue eatery is not to be missed.

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Kansas City Barbecue Tour: Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que

Often times you avoid eating the food at a gas station, but Joe’s is certainly an exception.

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The Cravings Queen’s Kansas City Barbecue Tour

I set out to try as many of Kansas City’s barbecue restaurants as possible.

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Weekend Wedding in Charlotte, N.C.

In early November, I packed my car and headed down to Charlotte, North Carolina for my friend Maggie’s wedding reception.

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Mother-Daughter Weekend in Williamsburg

I had the pleasure of sharing the city with my mom who came to love the Greater Williamsburg area as much as I do.

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Everything I Ate on my Homecoming Road Trip Part 2

Saturday morning was met with excitement because it was finally the day of Homecoming.

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Everything I Ate on my Homecoming Road Trip Part 1

I spent four years at the most amazing college in the world. I made everlasting friendships and over indulged in Athens’ cuisine.

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