Connie Pearson

Connie is a native Alabamian with a veterinarian husband, 3 married children and 15 grandchildren. She has traveled extensively in the U.S. and around the world and lived in Ecuador for 4 years. She loves eating where the locals eat, interviewing chefs, photographing beautiful food presentations and learning new preparation methods, ingredients or flavor combinations. Connie's book "Telling It On The Mountain: 52 Days in the Life of an Unlikely Missionary" was published in 2016 and is available on Amazon. In addition to her blog, www.theregoesconnie.com, she is a regular contributor to The Yums, Trip101.com, The Alabama Baptist weekly newspaper, Senior Scene Magazine (Athens News-Courier) and other print and online travel publications.

The Asbury in Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina: Consistently at the Top

For biscuits, brunches, beef or bars, The Asbury consistently makes the list of top restaurants in the city of Charlotte, [amazon_textlink asin=’0760325928′ text=’North Carolina’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’theyums-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’42585225-74e4-11e8-b6de-0737d93f7bc7′]. Executive Chef Matthew Krenz and Pastry Chef Miranda Brown are drawing diners frequently to come back for more. Location: 235 North Tryon Street in the Fourth Ward of …

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Saint Leo in Oxford, Mississippi: Wood-Fired Italian Cooking

Saint Leo catapulted to the top of everyone’s radar when it became a [amazon_textlink asin=’0847847462′ text=’James Beard’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’theyums-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’f7169cba-61d6-11e8-bdb3-ed1af5bc52a5′] semi-finalist for “Best New Restaurant” in 2017, only a year after it opened. How could an eatery in small-town Oxford, Mississippi make such a list? The vision of Emily Blount has become a delicious …

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Snack Bar: Popular John Currence Eatery in Oxford, Mississippi

The name Snack Bar completely belies the ambiance and the menu provided at this very upscale bistro where [amazon_textlink asin=’0375413405′ text=’French cuisine’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’theyums-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’0333b9ce-5841-11e8-a5c4-e5c513be9ddb’], New Orleans flavors and a mixture of [amazon_textlink asin=’0848732669′ text=’Southern comfort foods’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’theyums-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’17185868-5841-11e8-b8d7-21643c465218′] collide. With everything from crawfish to rabbit with a funeral sandwich thrown in for …

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Pasta Max Cafe: Northern Italian Food and Vibe in McDonough, Georgia

When you enter Pasta Max Cafe in McDonough, Georgia, the close resemblance to an authentic Italian trattoria might surprise you. The smells and lively family atmosphere are similar, but the Southern drawls of fellow diners are dead giveaways that you’re not actually in a Northern Italian village. Location: 50 Griffin Street, McDonough, Georgia, just off the town …

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The French Market and Tavern: Popular Eatery in Locust Grove, Georgia

With a population of less than 6000, Locust Grove, Georgia is getting plenty of attention because of The French Market and Tavern in its historic downtown right by the railroad tracks. French Market is a one-stop location for eating, drinking, and shopping. Location: 3840 Highway 42, Locust Grove, Georgia Menu: The French Market and Tavern is open for …

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Vast Greek Menu at Royal Rose Diner, Huntsville, Alabama

With over 300 items on the menu at the Royal Rose Diner in Huntsville, Alabama, owners George and Tatiana Kontoulakos aim to please every hungry customer who walks in their door. George’s 50+ years in the kitchen and Tatiana’s meticulous attention to administrative details make a perfect partnership, and Huntsville eaters reap the benefits. Location: 1009 Memorial Parkway …

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Deacon’s New South: Newcomer in Downtown Nashville

Dry-aged steaks and locally-sourced produce have a new location in the heart of downtown [amazon_textlink asin=’1493018396′ text=’Nashville’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’theyums-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’fa5622a7-258f-11e8-a604-334612bd44dd’]. At Deacon’s New South, Chef Travis Sparks is on a creative roll, and owner Andy Marshall has another restaurant hit on his hands. Location: 401 Church Street, Nashville, [amazon_textlink asin=’0762792086′ text=’Tennessee’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’theyums-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’2dc3e00c-2590-11e8-a11a-5f8ecf92fa47′] …

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Literary Inspiration: Doc Ford’s Rum Bar and Grille, Florida

Doc Ford’s Rum Bar and Grille on Captiva Island has sister locations on Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel Island. All three owe their name to the lead character in 25 popular novels by [amazon_textlink asin=’0312953984′ text=’Randy Wayne White’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’theyums-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’24eb51ff-1ab3-11e8-aea3-65b04b20ba2b’]. Even more, they owe their success to fabulous fresh seafood, [amazon_textlink asin=’0735212783′ text=’Caribbean …

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The Quirky Bubble Room on Captiva Island, Florida

The Bubble Room on Florida’s Captiva Island was designed to engage all of your senses, especially your sense of fun. The food is fresh and delicious, the decor and music are nostalgic, and the desserts will annihilate your willpower. Location: 15001 Captiva Drive, Captiva Island, Florida   Menu: The Bubble Room’sclaim that all menu items are made …

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