Canada is still one of our favorite places. I’ll have more pictures later this coming week. I took a couple with the iPad that I can put in this post. First, it’s so great to be out of 100 degree weather. And then there’s the scenery, it’s magnificent. We were on a train, going through…
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Coupland Inn Restaurant
This was a new restaurant for us, even though it’s been around since 1993. The building dates back to 1904. This is Texas BBQ and chicken fried at its best. Everything is homemade. We started with a basket of fried poppers, onion rings, squash, okra, pickles, and cheese. There were 2 plates of BBQ, one…
Fuego Tortilla Grill, Waco
Somehow, we confused this restaurant with Brazilian steak and never tried it. Finally, this week we went to their drive-thru and brought tacos home, so not good looking enough for pictures, by the time we got home! However, they have awesome, upscale tacos, it’s open 24 – 7, and serve breakfast all day (what’s not…
Shrimp with Mustard Cream
If you want an easy, delicious, elegant shrimp dish, this is it. I really just wanted butter, but Don’s a sauce person. This recipe is a compromise. PrintShrimp with Mustard Cream Cook Time: 5 minutes Yield: Serves 2-4 Ingredients1 lb shrimp, cleaned and patted dry 1 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 2 large cloves garlic,…
Rufi’s Cocina, Waco
What a great little family owned business – it’s the real deal, or as Nina says, “Legit!” Rufi’s is authentic, delicious, and very reasonably priced. They make everything, including their tortillas. Friday is the only day they make tamales. Their quesadillas are made with large corn tortillas. Make sure you call about their hours. I…