I know, I know… you’re wondering if I stepped outside or at least looked at the forecast this week. I did. It’s cold. It sucks. But even in the dead of winter, we are lucky enough to have some days when the sun is shining, the air is calm, and with a light coat, it’s not a bad day to get out and get some fresh air.
It’s easy to find cheap outside date options in the summer. Restaurants and bars open up the patios. …

From the moment I step into Dolci & Joes, I can tell this isn’t just some run of the mill sandwich/burger joint. Oh no – it has spunk!
Located at 3425 E. Douglas (just east of Hillside), I didn’t have a problem finding Dolci & Joes as the “Grand Opening” banner and colored flags caught my eye. I’m treading in uncharted waters here, people; I don’t know anybody who has tried this place. I am alone and on a mission: investigate this brand spankin’ new restaurant for verb [ICT]. I …

Don’t wait until Thanksgiving – the fall feasting begins NOW! Winter’s coming and there’s nothing like a healthy layer of blubber to protect you from the blustery Kansas wind. Here’s one of my personal favorite fall recipes to help you fatten up and prepare for hibernation. And I’m not just talkin’ lick-the bowl-clean-when-you’re-done good –  oh, no, I’m talkin’ stick-your-face-in-the-crock-pot-and-lick-every-surface-til-there’s-not-a-drop-left good. Enjoy!
Cheese Soup
Add the following to a large pot over medium heat:
3 cups of clear chicken broth:
2 cups Diced Carrots
2 cups Diced Celery
1 tsp. Parsley Flakes
2 cups …