Tag Archives: food

Favorite Restaurant? Depends on the Craving

Posted on April 14, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Some questions sound simple until you try to answer them honestly. “Favorite restaurant” depends entirely on what kind of meal you’re after—and Jacksonville gives you plenty of ways to answer. Continue reading →

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In Defense of Big Pots of Food (And No-Bean Chili)

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Some people collect recipes. I collect reasons to cook a big pot of food—the kind meant to be shared, argued over, and eaten again the next day. Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Posted on December 10, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

15 Days Until Christmas! Song: “O Little Town of Bethlehem” by Sarah McLachlan Christmas Album: “Oh For Joy,” by David Crowder Band Christmas DVD: “The Muppet Christmas Carol” Netflix Movie: “Falling For Christmas” Amazon Prime Movie: “Christmas in Vermont” Disney+ Movie: “The Christmas Star” Hulu Movie: “Same … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Posted on December 9, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

16 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Do You Hear What I Hear?” by Steven Curtis Chapman Christmas Album: “Merry Christmas,” by Mariah Carey Christmas DVD: “You’ve Got Mail” Netflix Movie: “A California Christmas” Amazon Prime Movie: “Christmas in the Smokies” Disney+ Movie: “The Ultimate Christmas Present” Hulu … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Monday, December 8, 2025

Posted on December 8, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

17 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Silver Bells,” by Tony Bennett Christmas Album: “Adore: Christmas Songs of Worship,” by Chris Tomlin Christmas DVD: “Joyeux Noel” Netflix Movie: “Operation Christmas Drop” Amazon Prime Movie: “The Winter Palace” Disney+ Movie: “Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas!” Hulu Movie: “All I … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Sunday, December 7, 2025

Posted on December 7, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

18 Days Until Christmas! (Note: This is also Pearl Harbor Day.) Song: “Deck the Halls,” by Tenth Avenue North Christmas Album: “Following Yonder Star,” by Skip Ewing Christmas DVD: “The Bishop’s Wife” Netflix Movie: “Christmas Inheritance” Amazon Prime Movie: “Red One” Disney+ Movie: “Beauty and … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Saturday, December 6, 2025

Posted on December 6, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

19 Days Until Christmas! Song: “The Little Drummer Boy,” by Pentatonix Christmas Album: “Peace on Earth,” by Casting Crowns Christmas DVD: “The Shop Around the Corner” Netflix Movie: “The Holiday Calendar” Amazon Prime Movie: “The Christmas Cabin” Disney+ Movie: “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” Hulu Movie: “A … Continue reading →

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The Trip That Stays With Me: Why Hawaii Still Tops My List

Posted on December 5, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

If I had to pick one place that stands above every other trip I’ve taken, it’s Hawaii. Our 2017 visit had it all — beauty, history, family, unforgettable food, and a few chaotic moments that somehow made the whole experience even more memorable. From staying on Ford Island in the heart of Pearl Harbor to exploring island culture, tasting incredible local dishes, and standing at the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial, it was a once-in-a-lifetime kind of week. Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Friday, December 5, 2025

Posted on December 5, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

20 Days Until Christmas! Song: “The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting On an Open Fire),” by Nat King Cole Christmas Album: “Merry Christmas,” by Johnny Mathis Christmas DVD: “Four Christmases” Netflix Movie: “Meet Me Next Christmas” Amazon Prime Movie: “Finding Joy” Disney+ Movie: “Prep & Landing” , “Prep & … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Thursday, December 4, 2025

Posted on December 4, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

21 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Good King Wenceslas,” by Rend Collective Christmas Album: “A Christmas Story,” by Point of Grace Christmas DVD: “We’re No Angels” Netflix Movie: “Jingle Bell Heist” Amazon Prime Movie: “Jeff Dunham’s Scrooged-Up Holiday Special” Disney+ Movie: “Christmas Again?!” Hulu Movie: “Christmas at … Continue reading →

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