Author: Dana Whitt

Tennessee isn’t just about country music and rolling hills—it’s also home to some of the best fried chicken you’ll ever sink your teeth into. I remember my first bite of…

Massachusetts isn’t just about clam chowder and lobster rolls—it’s also home to some seriously incredible burger joints that’ll make your mouth water just thinking about them. I still remember my…

I stumbled upon this waterfront gem during a spontaneous road trip down Florida’s Gulf Coast, and honestly, I wasn’t prepared for how magical it would be. The Old Key Lime…

California’s car culture isn’t just about cruising down the Pacific Coast Highway—it’s about pulling up to a classic drive-in, ordering a burger from your window, and tasting a piece of…

North Carolina knows how to do breakfast right, and I’m not just saying that because I once ate my weight in biscuits in Asheville. From crispy chicken and waffles to…

I’ve driven up and down California more times than I can count, and I’ll admit it: I’m a chilaquiles fanatic. There’s something about crispy tortilla chips swimming in tangy salsa,…

When most people think of Georgia food, they picture Atlanta’s trendy restaurants and celebrity chefs. But the state’s most legendary mac and cheese doesn’t come from a fancy downtown kitchen—it…

I’ll never forget the first time I pulled into a quirky little burger spot in Idaho and discovered what locals call liquid gold—fry sauce. This creamy, tangy condiment turned my…

I never thought a humble shack could spark such fierce loyalty until I stumbled upon Margie & Ray’s Crabhouse in Virginia Beach during a summer road trip. Tucked away near…

Pennsylvania’s fall season isn’t just about colorful foliage and crisp air—it’s about eating well, too. When sweater weather hits, nothing feels better than cozying up to a hearty meal that…

Kentucky isn’t just about bourbon and horses—it’s also home to some of the most charming, quirky restaurants you’ll ever step foot in. I’m talking about those hidden gems where the…

I’ll never forget the first time I bit into a sub from White House Sub Shop in Atlantic City. The bread crunched perfectly, the meats were piled high, and I…

Every Friday in New Jersey, locals and visitors alike make a pilgrimage to one special diner where the fried fish isn’t just good—it’s legendary. The crispy, golden perfection served up…

Growing up in the South, I learned that Sunday dinner isn’t just a meal—it’s a sacred tradition where love gets ladled onto your plate alongside collard greens and cornbread. Alabama…

I’ll never forget the first time I pulled up to Woodman’s of Essex in Essex, Massachusetts. The parking lot was packed with license plates from Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Connecticut,…

I’ll never forget the first time I bit into a pastrami burger at Fat Boys Burgers in Glendale, Queens—my taste buds practically threw a party. This isn’t your average burger…

Kentucky may be world-famous for Colonel Sanders’ recipe, but ask any local and they’ll tell you the real fried chicken magic happens far from the chain restaurants. Tucked into small…

When most people think of Georgia’s classic meat-and-three diners, it’s the crispy fried chicken or slow-braised pot roast that comes to mind. But true Southerners know the real magic often…

Tucked away on Chicago’s South Side sits Vito & Nick’s Pizzeria, a no-frills joint that locals have kept secret — and fiercely guarded — since 1946. What looks like just…

Fall in Wisconsin brings crisp air, colorful leaves, and the perfect excuse to indulge in the state’s most beloved comfort food: butter burgers. I’ve spent years hunting down the best…

Fall in Tennessee isn’t just about football Saturdays or drives through the Smoky Mountains—it’s a full-senses celebration of barbecue. As the leaves turn fiery shades of red and gold, the…

As autumn sweeps across Colorado, the Rocky Mountains ignite in a breathtaking tapestry of amber, scarlet, and gold. There’s something magical about experiencing this season from the warmth of a…

When most people think of Connecticut, they picture lobster rolls on the shoreline or pizza in New Haven—not collard greens and cornbread. But tucked away in small towns and city…

There’s a humble burger joint tucked away in the tiny town of Miesville, Minnesota (about 40 miles southeast of the Twin Cities along Highway 61) that’s creating quite the buzz…

In Virginia, seafood isn’t just food—it’s part of the state’s coastal identity. From Chesapeake Bay crabs to freshly shucked oysters, the Old Dominion offers ocean-to-table flavors that locals proudly share….

When October drapes the Hawaiian Islands in moonlight, the celebrations go far beyond sandy beaches and festive costumes. From Honolulu’s bustling Waikīkī to Maui’s hidden coastal gems, restaurants across the…

Tucked away in the charming West Village of Manhattan, Don Angie has become one of New York City’s most talked-about Italian-American restaurants. From the outside, it looks like just another…