Sal y Pepe Marina (https://salepepesxm.com/) – Italian
Address: Welfare Rd, Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten
Phone: +1 721-545-0021
I love Italian food! And when I have a chance to go to an Italian restaurant where I know the pastas are freshly made and everyone on the island recommends this place, sign me up!

Insider Info: The lasagna and spaghetti alfredo are perfection on a plate but be sure to save room for the tiramisu
TOW final word: This whole meal from start to finish was absolutely amazing! The whole meal was an experience in culinary greatness. The flavors melted together so well and the Prosecco was a delicious complement to the pasta. 
10/10 totally recommend
CalamariProseccoBurrataLasagnaSpaghetti Alfredo with chickenTiramisuLimoncello
This restaurant was recommended to me by my friend and she said it had a lot of good reviews on various websites. So we decided to check it out. They are called the brick because they have a brick oven that they used to cook their pizzas. I love that! They also had a usual pasta dishes along with wings and other types of bar food appetizers.
We got there early (about 5pm in a Saturday), so as you can see we had our pick of seats. As it got later in the evening, the traffic did start to pick up and fill the restaurant.
My auntie ordered the spaghetti and meatballs. They gave generous portions of pasta, sauce, and meatballs. She enjoyed it and said that the garlic bread was delicious. My husband also got the spaghetti and his only criticism was that the marinara sauce was too sweet for him.
I decided that I wanted wings and pizza, so I ordered a small side of wings and a slice of pizza. I thought about ordering a small pizza, but then decided one slice should be enough. The rationale for that was that if one slice was not enough I could always order another size. But if I ordered a whole pizza, I thought it might go to waste.
As you can see, the slice of pizza it was huge! Almost the size of my hand. I ate all of my wings and only half of my slice of pizza.
TOW Final Word
It was delicious and I loved the atmosphere. Tables were spread out which is a definite plus during these times.
Address
1305 Hardeman Avenue
Macon, GA 31201
(478) 254-3632
This Foodie Friday highlights Shorty’s Authentic Philly Steaks and Sandwiches, a restaurant in NYC Hell’s Kitchen (576 9th Avenue – 41st and 42nd).
Shorty’s claims to make “authentic philly steaks”. They say that the secret is in the type of bread that they use. That is why they ship their bread from Philly and bake it on site.
After walking around downtown, we worked up an appetite and hubs wanted a cheesesteak. Works for me. My friend suggested Shorty’s .
I asked, “Are they GOOD?”
She replied, “ That’s where I go.”
I trust her standards because she is a particular foodie like I am.
While he is a traditionalist, I am open to options. Thankfully, Shorty’s gave me a lot to choose from. There were 14 different types of philly steak sandwiches. All served wit’out fried onions unless you asked.
Hubby ordered Cheesesteak (steak, Whiz)
Hubs opinion: Cheesesteak was delicious. Quite possibly better than what he had from Philly. The meat was well seasoned with great meat to cheese ratio.
I ordered Nacho Steak (chicken, avocado, tomatoes, jalapenos, tortilla crunch, pepperjack)
TOW opinion: This is my new favorite way to eat a cheesesteak. I was sold when I saw it had avocado on it. Always order sandwich with avocado! LOL The jalapenos and the pepperjack cheese were not overpoweringly spicy but provided just enough heat so it was not bland. The meat was not dry (a common issue with chicken cheesesteaks). This was a hearty, yummy sandwich. And the tortilla strips added a little crunch for a change in texture. I would definitely order this again.
TOW Final Word
Check out Shorty’s especially if you like cheesesteaks. You will not be disappointed. I know I am going back the next time I am in NYC!
Hours and Website
Sunday-Wednesday 11am-2am
Thursday-Saturday 11am-3am http://www.shortysnyc.com (check website for delivery zone)
Here’s what I consider a hidden gem in North Charleston. This is a place that the locals know and love but I’m not sure you will necessarily find this if you are not in the know.
If you go during lunch, you better get there early or be prepared to wait!
If you are short on time, call your order in and it will be ready for you to pick up as soon as you arrive.
The theme for November’s photo blogging challenge hosted by http://hoohaa.com/ was Whatcha Eatin. I love food and my challenge this month was to decide which pictures I wanted to use!
Without further ado, here are my pictures on the theme.
Photo 1
Lamb chops from a restaurant in Athens, Greece (cooked on the grill and seasoned with oregano and other spices)
Photo 2
Pasta Carbonara from a restaurant in Fira, Santorini (the BEST I have ever had!!! I loved that they loaded me up with parmesan cheese.)
Photo 3
Champagne and a croissant at the Charles de Gaulle in Paris, France (Yes it was 7:30am but I was on vacation. Can’t pass through France without having Champagne!)
Photo 4
Roasted Curry Chickpeas made at home (I am obsessed with this tasty snack! Its easy to make too. The recipe is here.)
Photo 5
Gorditas al pastor and Lime soda from a Mexican restaurant in Greenwood SC (Tasty Mexican street food)
Check out the website to see the other bloggers’ submissions and interpretations of this theme.
While you’re there, please consider joining us next month! Participation is like taking on a low-stress photo assignment, which you can use to refine your photography skills. Any camera will do: your phone, a pocket-sized point and shoot, the DSLR that’s been gathering dust somewhere or a film camera. For each month’s theme, you’re asked to share five photos; the amount of accompanying text is up to you.
I decided that I wanted wings and pizza, so I ordered a small side of wings and a slice of pizza. I thought about ordering a small pizza, but then decided one slice should be enough. The rationale for that was that if one slice was not enough I could always order another size. But if I ordered a whole pizza, I thought it might go to waste.
Plus, there is a bakery in the back!
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