The Quality of Ingredients Matters
When someone asks me what my hobby is, I will commonly say "Going out to eat at a new restaurant I've never tried before." But during my...
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Courtney Richardson
Aug 272 min read
A Hidden Dessert Gem, Chincoteague Island
This summer was my first time visiting Chincoteague, Virginia. The island town is known for its wildlife and outdoor activities, but I've...
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Courtney Richardson
Jun 83 min read
Rating Hell's Kitchen Classics
Gordon Ramsay has become the face of the food world. Another restaurant experience I had the opportunity to cross off of my bucket list...
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Courtney Richardson
Jun 52 min read
My First Experience at An Iron Chef's Restaurant in NYC
It was time to dine at the restaurant Butter owned by iron chef Alex Guarnaschelli in New York City. The atmosphere felt just like Alex...
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Courtney Richardson
Feb 182 min read
This Is Where to Eat in Poughkeepsie, New York
Lolita's Pizza was a restaurant recommended by The Culinary Institiute of America to visit while in New York. And holy moly, this dining...
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Courtney Richardson
Jan 122 min read
French Cuisine In Nashville
While back in Nashville, I was able to check a restaurant off of my bucket list that I have been thinking about for months. I dined at an...
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Courtney Richardson
Jan 12 min read
The NYC Bagel Experience
I don't know about you, but the first thing that comes to my mind when I hear New York City is one of their famous bagels! The first...
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Courtney Richardson
Dec 31, 20232 min read
My First Taste Of Mexican Cuisine In New York City
During my visit in New York City, I spent a night dining at Cosme, known for their innovative take on Mexican cuisine. The restaurant has...
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Courtney Richardson
Dec 29, 20231 min read
A Taste of Italy In New York City
I was extremely blessed to be able to spend my Christmas break in New York City. While staying in the Manhattan area, I found Tony's Di...
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Courtney Richardson
Oct 29, 20232 min read
Could Brunch Be Your Love Language?
While exploring Nashville on the hunt to find the best places to eat, I found a restaurant located on 20th Avenue South called Love...
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Courtney Richardson
Sep 25, 20232 min read
Holy Brunch! Featuring The Mockingbird
A huge inspiration of mine in the food industry is Maneet Chauhan. She won season two of Tournament of Champions on the Food Network, is...
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Courtney Richardson
Sep 14, 20231 min read
Is Proper Bagel a Proper Bagel? Part Two
You can find my first review of Proper Bagel located in Nashville, Tennessee through the link below. https://www.courtneyszestforlife.com...
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Courtney Richardson
Sep 4, 20232 min read
Is Proper Bagel Actually a Proper Bagel?
Bagel connoisseurs know New York City sets high standards for bagels. I was intrigued to find out if the South could compete with them....
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Courtney Richardson
Sep 3, 20232 min read
Is Jeni's Ice Cream Actually Splendid?
Ice cream is truly a gift. Ice cream can have the power to turn a difficult day into a vacation. I heard that Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams...
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