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Brunch is perhaps one of the most celebrated meals of our time. Folks are no longer looking for long, languorous dinners, or even crisp lunches spent on the company account. Nowadays it’s all about an indulgent brunch. Cocktails and pancakes, heaps of biscuits dripping with butter, plummy dressings and the sweet tang of fruity tartines and scones. If you’re looking for brunch in Nashville, Tennessee? Then Pemrose is precisely where you and your grumbling belly need to go....

When you drive down any street in Vermont, it’s not uncommon to see colorful lights on display during the holidays. However, luminaries are pretty rare and not many towns still light them. However, in the town of Woodstock, lighting hundreds of luminaries is just one of the traditions during their unique Wassail Weekend. Every December, the town of Woodstock celebrates Wassail Weekend. Woodstock Chamber of Commerce This year, Wassail Weekend takes place December 13th-15th....

Minnesota’s nickname is Land of 10,000 Lakes. But our spectacular natural landscape goes beyond our prized lakes. The state, according to the U.S. Forest Service, is around 32% forest. In 2016, Minnesota was home to more than 14 billion trees. These huge swathes of forest are something to be proud of. But they also need protecting. Many Minnesota trees are under assault from an invasive species called the emerald ash borer....

The new year (and new decade) is quickly approaching and I want to kick it off in a wonderful way. A fun or relaxing (your choice!) New Year’s Eve is a great start but I’m looking for something extra special. That may just be this meteor shower – a beautiful free show in the night sky. Read on for all the delightful details. Meteors (or shooting stars) aren’t actually stars. They are asteroids, glowing as they enter the earth’s atmosphere....

Wyoming is known as the Equality State thanks to its efforts to grant women rights, decades before the idea was more mainstream in America. Read a few of our groundbreaking historic moments below. One of the first and most significant moments in Wyoming history came when Esther Morris was appointed to be Justice of the Peace in South Pass City, in February of 1870. Wikipedia/Einar Einarsson Kvaran Wyoming Territory had passed a law allowing women to vote the previous year, this was a show that they truly meant it....

Alabama is home to numerous outdoor attractions, including Cheaha Mountain. Many people explore this mountain each year because of the wonderful things it offers. Listed below are nine of the best reasons to visit Cheaha Mountain. Which ones do you agree with? Cheaha Mountain Is home to Cheaha State Park, Alabama’s oldest state park. google/Lisa Sarver Cheaha State Park (Delta) opened it 1933, making it Alabama’s oldest continuously operating state park....

Texas is rife with unique places to stay, but this one just might take the cake. All Aboard Suite is a former train car that’s been converted into a quaint little Airbnb. Nestled in a less-frequented crevice of San Antonio is an old-fashioned boxcar that has been converted into a hotel. Whether you’re a rail enthusiast or just someone looking for a unique place to stay, this quirky hideout checks all the boxes....

In the South, it’s not uncommon to take a drive and encounter an antique shop, especially here in Alabama. There are several antique shops located throughout the state where you’ll find a little bit of everything, including Bank Street Art & Antiques. For information about this antique shop, read on. Bank Street Art & Antiques is located in historic downtown Decatur, Alabama. It’s a definite must-visit for anyone seeking one-of-a-kind treasures....

Nestled in the mountains of Sierra County and at the intersection of two beautiful rivers is a small community full of history and opportunities for recreation. Downieville, which has a population of just over 300, was formed in the mid 1800s and is now a thriving, but relatively unheard of, tourist destination. There are plenty of ways to explore the history and the landscape of this small community. Downieville is located in the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range....

When you live in Southern California, you quickly discover that dining out is one of everyone’s favorite things. This might explain why the restaurant scene in SoCal is quite abundant. And, although most everyone enjoys a variety of cuisines, nothing quite tops everyone’s love for Mexican food. Although there are plenty of amazing Mexican restaurants to choose from in SoCal, we think this classic that has been around since 1923 is one restaurant that must be experienced....

We love coming across restaurants that were once one thing and then turned into something else completely. That is exactly why we love The Vault Restaurant in Savannah, Georgia. What was once a landmark bank for the community has now become an Asian-fusion restaurant that is filled to the brim with deliciousness. What’s more…you can also dine inside of the actual vault inside! The Vault Kitchen + Market in Savannah, Georgia is the type of restaurant that has been repurposed to pure perfection....

Every December the northern hemisphere is rewarded with a gorgeous star show. The Geminids meteor shower is our most active and dependable annual shower that gets bigger every year. Although we’ll need to bundle up to view it, this meteor shower will inspire you to plan a camping trip this weekend! Things will be looking up this weekend - and hopefully that includes you! Facebook/Arkansas State Tourism The most dependable meteor shower of the year will be peaking on December 14th, 2019....

Sure, there are countless restaurants within New Orleans that are downright delicious. But when you’ve got a craving for some incredible diner food, a little road trip is in order. This little diner across the lake is serving up some of the most delicious breakfast and lunch in the area, and it’s certainly worthy of the extra effort to get there. Gas up the car, because today we’re headed across the lake to Mandeville, Louisiana to check out Liz’s Where Y’at Diner....

Nothing says cozy quite like a log cabin. And if you’re looking for the perfect spot to cozy up this winter and enjoy a great home-cooked meal, there’s no better place than Log Cabin Restaurant. Between the comfy setting and tasty fare, you’re sure to feel right at home. Take a look: The next time you find yourself craving a home-cooked meal in a setting to match, simply head to Baraboo’s Log Cabin Restaurant....

The restaurants here in Buffalo are always putting their own twist on classic dishes, but there’s one in particular that really knows how to elevate one of our favorite homestyle eats. Serving up mac and cheese in 16 different ways, see why this Irish sports bar will become one of your new regular places to dine at. Outside of Downtown and right along the roadside near West Seneca, Mooney’s Sports Bar & Grill is the definition of delicious....

There’s something about a beautiful baked good that can bring a smile to everyone’s face. Although SoCal may be home to plenty of delicious bakeries that all feature a variety of standout pastries and baked goods, there’s nothing quite like this Japanese bakery that will wow you with its creative works of art that will melt in your mouth. Welcome to Okayama Kobo Bakery and Cafe – a Japanese bakery in SoCal that whips up some tasty looking pastries and baked goods....

It’s hard to believe a little cafe in Oklahoma inspired the Disney movie Cars, but there’s actually some truth to it. If you visit Rock Cafe in Stroud, you’ll hear all about how this cafe (and owner) were the inspiration for a character in the movie. Take a road trip to this unique eatery! You’ll love visiting this cafe in Oklahoma that inspired the Disney movie Cars. Rock Cafe opened in 1936 and has been an iconic Route 66 stop for over 80 years....

The very first meteor shower of 2020 should be an event worth getting up early to see. Unlike other meteor showers that inspire late nights for best viewing times at around 2 a.m. (like the Perseids and Geminid meteor showers), January’s annual meteor shower peaks around 5 a.m. EST on the morning of Saturday, January 4th. The annual Quadrantid meteor shower is a much younger event than other annual meteor showers....

We could all use some time to unplug and escape from civilization for a few days. Lucky for us, we live in a state where it’s easy to do just that. The Nevada desert makes for the perfect place to plan a retreat far away from the chaos of reality, and the unique Glamping Hub rental featured here is a great way to do so. Spend the night in a rustic tiny house and completely surround yourself by the vast desert scenery that Sandy Valley has to offer....

Finding your favorite local bakery is one of the greatest pleasures in life. Finding the place that provides the perfect muffin or sandwich or cookie, it’s a simple yet perfect joy. Nashville has made quite a name for itself on the cafe front, what with the numerous coffee shops and bakeries it entertains, but none of them are quite like the newly opened Sunflower Bakehouse. No, this is the kind of bakery that is attractive to everyone, especially those who entertain dietary restrictions....