About Your Resident Foodie

One of my favorite things to do is find the best restaurants....whether its in where we live or during our travels. Many times concierges and websites form partnerships with restaurants in exchange for discounts, advertising, etc. When this happens the client does not always receive the best information. We like to know where the locals eat. Therefore, I created this blog to help other people find the best restaurants...no partnerships, no deals, simply our honest opinions. Enjoy!

Sunday, August 15, 2010

The 3 Best Series

I am beginning a series of blog posts entitled: 3 Best, in which I will write about the three best restaurants in specific categories. Some category examples are Best Breakfast, Best Mexican Food, Best Places to Eat Outside, Best Steak (I think I will bring in a guest writer for this one), Best Burger, etc. Please send me your comments if you have any requests.
XOXO
CH

Saturday, August 7, 2010

Canoe - an old favorite revisited




Travis's birthday last week gave us the opportunity to re-visit a favorite restaurant. Canoe was closed for quite some time due to flood damage from the rain last year. Set on the Chattahoochee River, this classic restaurant is back and better than ever. The remodel did not effect the integrity or style of this elegantly rustic cabin. The grounds are more beautiful and lush than I remembered.



The seasonal menu specializes in local organic offerings. There were so many delicious options its was difficult to make a decision. Travis ordered off the menu, selecting the fried green tomato appetizer followed by the rabbit. Our waitress recommended the rabbit, and Travis loved every flavor-filled bite! I decided on two specials (when in Rome). I devoured a fresh arugula salad garnished with figs, prosciutto and feta cheese. It was AMAZING! This delicious starter was followed by the special swordfish, which was served sliced over an assortment of roasted organic vegetables grown in Canoe's very own garden and topped with a pesto sauce. Every bite was cherished.



It was an amazing birthday dinner and celebration. If you have not been to Canoe since it re-opened I highly recommend it. (Or if you have never been). Go on a nice night and walk the grounds with a cocktail. It makes for a very romantic date night.
Enjoy!