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I’m always intrigued by over-the-top foods and unique dining concepts – this New Jersey restaurant offers both. It may not be as iconic as White Manna or The Lobster House…yet…but we believe it will be. Kimchi Smoke is an Asian fusion restaurant of sorts, serving up Korean-style Texas barbecue and other innovative eats. Google Maps Though the restaurant has only been around since 2016, it’s already made major waves. It’s won numerous awards and was selected as the best BBQ joint in New Jersey by Food & Wine Magazine....

Sometimes dinner is better with a little added entertainment, and if you’re brave enough, the entertainment at this haunted New Hampshire restaurant could be out of this world! It is said that the spirit of a colonial woman from the 1740s has haunted The Country Tavern in Nashua for years. Here’s her story: Since the 1980s, this old farmhouse has been home to The Country Tavern. But before that, it was home to a family ruled by lies, jealousy, cheating and murder…....

Hey, Coloradans! Do you have a huge sweet tooth, with an appetite to match? If so, you definitely need to visit this little donut shop in Woodland Park. The donuts are delicious, and they’re absolutely massive. Check out The Donut Mill: Welcome to The Donut Mill! This cozy little donut shop has been around since 1983, and it’s home to some seriously massive pastries. Vicente Valle/Google People come from all over the country to marvel at the delicious donuts here....

Autumn is the perfect season to indulge in a bit of creepy, crawly fun, and a visit to Appalachian Caverns in Tennessee is the best way to do it. Are you looking to learn a little bit about your state while also investing in a hotbed of scary fun? If so, then the Appalachian Caverns Ghost Walk is just the experience for you. The tour itself can be taken in the morning or the afternoon, and is fun for the whole family....

Fast food is as ubiquitous in America as cars and houses. For better or worse, it’s become a staple in some American diets and there’s not a lot of reason to believe it’s going away any time soon. You might not like the giant golden arches visible from every major highway in the country, but would you believe us if we told you that some are actually hard to spot? This one in Freeport looks just like a regular house, which feels very Maine to us!...

There are some gruesome stories out there that remain in the memories and the history of a place forever. North Dakota is one of the safest states in the country as far as crime, but that doesn’t mean it has always been a place of peace. Many decades ago, something happened that would become one of North Dakota’s most notorious stories that still is today. What happened on that fateful day will never be forgotten…...

The age of the drive-in movie theater and fast food restaurant have long since passed, the excitement of eating in the car has given way to drive-THROUGH eating, and it seems as if the fun of waiting in the car and gaining a meal in a few short minutes has mellowed with time. If you live in Tennessee though, you don’t simply have to relegate your old fashioned experiences to a Sonic fast food restaurant, because The Hop ’50s Drive-In is doing its best to subvert expectations and keep culinary nostalgia alive....

When it comes to the great outdoors, one wouldn’t typically think of a city like Cleveland. However, our lovely little community is surrounded by one of the finest park districts in the world. Some of the best hikes around can be enjoyed in Rocky River Reservation – with 2,579 acres, it’s the perfect place near Cleveland to run, hike, or enjoy a picnic. One of the finest hikes in the park will take you through a forest that’s downright enchanting… however, it is a bit lengthy....

South Dakota is a state of stunning beauty. From the badlands to the prairies and the rivers to the forests, these aerial views in South Dakota are unbelievable. In fact, the beauty of our state is so true that many people have taken to using drones to capture images from the sky, which you can enjoy via these 8 best aerial views of South Dakota: Badlands Ted Sakshaug / Flickr The beauty of the Badlands is show-stopping from any angle but especially from above!...

Now that it’s officially November, we can start thinking about the upcoming winter. Are we in for a snowy season or will milder conditions prevail? Updated predictions are in, and you may not like what they have to say. We shared a much harsher winter forecast for the Grand Canyon State earlier this season, but things are looking quite a bit different now. Flickr/mfoubister Rather than a wet and chilly season initially predicted, warmer than usual weather is likely on the horizon....

There’s a cat cafe in Chicago, Illinois that is worth a visit into the Windy City. If you’ve never been to one of these unique spots, this one is a good place to start. Cat lovers unite for a cafe you’ll want to go to right moew. Check it out: The Windy Kitty Cat Cafe in northern Illinois is a cat adoption center, a coffee house, as well as an all-around haven for cat lovers of all sorts....

Alaska has countless stunning waterfalls all over the state, but Horsetail Falls is huge, gorgeous, and right off the highway. Park your car just outside of Thompson Pass in Keystone Canyon for some up close and gorgeous views of Alaska’s natural wonders. Alaska has gorgeous scenery and with our incredible mountains come impressive waterfalls. kmsmolen / TripAdvisor It’s impossible to calculate how many waterfalls we have in the state, but we do know where the best ones to visit are!...

When the leaves begin to change color in Kentucky, it’s a challenge to resist the urge to get out and experience it firsthand. You can choose to go hiking, hop aboard a train, or visit a local farm for plenty of that fall beauty, but what if you want a bit more adventure? If you love fall and an adrenaline rush, then you’ll want to check out this canopy tour and zipline in Kentucky....

Anyone who’s been to the Land of 10,000 Lakes knows that we Minnesotans pride ourselves on being friendly. That’s why it should come as no surprise that a travel website recently listed Minnesota as the friendliest state in the nation. The reasons why Minnesota is the friendliest state should be abundantly clear to anyone who’s set foot in Minnesota. But in case you’re struggling, we made this list of X reasons to remind you why Minnesota Nice is still going strong....

Bet you’ve never been to a hiking spa before. This unique spot in Vermont allows guests to unwind and reconnect with nature through guided hikes and pampering. Here’s everything you need to know. The New Life Hiking Spa is located on Killington Mountain. It’s the perfect place to get in touch with nature and really up your wellness game. Facebook/New Life Hiking Spa What’s a hiking spa, you ask? Basically, this place combines stunning hikes with fresh food, amazing massages, and expert guidance that will hopefully set you on your path towards lasting health and wellness....

We’ve all been there. Stuck in that dreaded conversation that goes around and around. Where do you want to go to eat? Shrug. I don’t know. Where do you want to go? Around and around you go until everyone’s little bit hangry. Forgo that frustrating conversation next time by heading over to this delicious small town buffet in Missouri that promises something for everyone. Go hungry, really hungry, to Toot-Toot Family Restaurant, in Bethany, which boasts a spectacular buffet filled with fresh foods....

Strolling around city squares during the holidays is always festive but nothing compares to seeing the hard work from a family Christmas display. Along the southeastern edge of the state one family outshines just about every other holiday display in Arkansas. Let’s drive down to Crossett and see what magic the Finney family has created. For nearly 35 years the Finneys have gone above and beyond with decorating for the holidays....

One of the coolest, more recent attractions in Georgia is located in the Atlanta Botanical Garden and is a true wonderment. This long, elevated canopy walk allowed the gardens to double in size, linking the more formal original gardens to almost 15 additional acres of woodlands in the surrounding area. Step inside the beauty of nature with this long, elevated canopy walk through the woods in Georgia. There are a lot of different aspects of The Atlanta Botanical Garden that are naturally stunning in their own right....

Summer is the season to explore beautiful outdoor attractions. Today, we’ll introduce you to a natural wonder that you might just have to see with your own eyes. Tucked away in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in all of North America. It’s not difficult to see why this site is popular among photographers, hikers, and nature lovers. Take a look at the following photographs of the clearest lake in the U....

Buttery, light, pillowy, yet with a crisp crust—that’s the stuff that dreams are made of, especially when we’re talking biscuits in Georgia. Everyone in the South likely has their very own go-to spot for biscuits, and we won’t try to sway them. But what we can say, is that if you’re looking for some of the best biscuits you’ve ever had, located in a place you would least likely expect, but worth the time it takes to wait in line on weekends, then we have the place for you....