Went to a Wingstop in the Orlando area recently that was proudly sporting the Coca-Cola Freestyle drink machine. The concept of the machine is great but it isn't allergy friendly. The safe drink options were rather limited tea or pay by the bottle for IBC. I like both but with wings I know want soda … Continue reading Alergy Alert: WingStop
Review (Sort of): The Amazing Spiderman
The Big Guy and I went to see The Amazing Spider-Man this week. I wanted to see it but after the last series of Spider-man movies I was a bit apprehensive. This is a re-boot and not a continuation of the most recent movies. I thought the casting was better in this version. Andrew Garfield … Continue reading Review (Sort of): The Amazing Spiderman
Review: Pazza Bistro
Updated 7/24/2015 -- Closed Pazza Bistro may be one of my favorite places in Gainesville. It is a very simple concept: fresh food at a good price. I like that the sauces and many of the pastas are made in house. They serve pasta, pizza, flatbread and salads. Every entrée comes with either a salad … Continue reading Review: Pazza Bistro
Review: Graham Farms CSA
This year I decided to try community sponsored agriculture (CSA). I like the idea of supporting the local economy. I have been shopping at the Alachua County Farmer's Market on Saturday mornings since we moved here. After doing research I decided to try the CSA program through Graham Farms. Graham Farms is a family operation … Continue reading Review: Graham Farms CSA
Restaurant Review: Calico Jacks
Update 7/24/2015 -- Thankfully CJ's closed a few years ago. Oh and the 2 places that followed it are also closed. My rule for reviews is that I only review the things I like. However my recent experience at Calico Jack's in Gainesville, Florida is an exception to that rule. We were part of … Continue reading Restaurant Review: Calico Jacks
Top 10: Sports Movie
The criteria for making the list is 1) it has to be a sports movie and 2) I like it. Yes, I know my methods are not scientific and very biased. It is my list. If you disagree then I encourage you to post your own list. If you create your own top sports movie … Continue reading Top 10: Sports Movie
Movie Review: Where the Wild Things Are
Last week we saw the Where the Wild Things Are. I was familiar with the book by Maurice Sendak and was looking forward to the movie. My feelings about the movie are mixed.Spike Jonez gives his unique spin to Where the Wild Things Are. The movie is based on the book but the plot differs … Continue reading Movie Review: Where the Wild Things Are
The Dee Zone 