. You won’t find much info on the barbecue thereabouts on the web or in guidebooks. For some reason, much of the really famous 'cue in this country (in otherwords, the places that get written up) is white-owned, and down... (31 replies, last updated by Stack8 September 18, 2006)

Having made several cross country trips, we’ve found the more you stay on the main roads, the harder it will be to find good food. What I found interesting is how dinner salads change, depending on where you are, as does... (4 replies, last updated by Withnail42 August 12, 2007)

Several pre-Chowhound years back, Mama Grub, Papa Grub & all the little Grubs completed a cross-country drive, relying on the Sterns' book & a lot of common sense to uncover regional & local delights. For your consideration, this... (9 replies, last updated by iowagirl March 13, 2003)

i plan to blade/bike these trails during my stay and was wondering if there were any chow worthy places on or near the trail access points. would be starting the north branch at the southernmost point, and the lakefront at... (4 replies, last updated by Mike G June 21, 2003)

England farm houses, there’s good chow at Heritage Trail, and they both have some nice, dry wines. Plus the management is friendly and accessible. Good people running good little businesses that offer good flavors.... (39 replies, last updated by noreservations September 23, 2009)

Looking for non-perishable snack ideas for a cross country flight. Any ideas for interesting sandwiches? Other nibbles? Any suggestions appreciated. (24 replies, last updated by jennjen18 July 12, 2006)

maybe even something that will ship and last that is dense... bake The Gramercy Tavern’s Gingerbread in mini-loaves, wrap in saran and foil and ship... lasts forever. Trail mixes. Nuts. Fruits. Dry Cereal. Protein Bars... (5 replies, last updated by saralynn77 October 2, 2009)

Great adventure you’re embarking on. We made the cross country trip in May and discovered some wonderfful places. Here are some of them in no particular order. If you’re near any of them, I’m sure you’ll... (18 replies, last updated by RTee August 19, 2009)

's a definite possibility, but now I have to go order more carnitas to make sure. But good luck Everybody Else, Los Manjares might easily dominate you. Next time I might just order four of those tacos... oh man they were... (10 replies, last updated by RTee August 19, 2009)

The trail runs through Arlington Center which has a handful of good restaurants, though the only ones that work for quick eats are the Carberry’s for coffee and bakery items (can’t miss it, trail goes right by the... (6 replies, last updated by J Bert August 14, 2003)

is great for al fresco dining and a small event in itself if you’ve never been (and a farmer’s market on Sat mornings). Herndon When the trail crosses Elden, you’re near old town. Jimmy’s does outstanding... (6 replies, last updated by Taco Moose May 5, 2006)

in this part of Texas looking for sausage makers or kolache shops, I recommend tuning your AM radio to KULP, 1390, El Campo, The Texas Original. You may tune in on one of their polka shows or maybe just some small town country dj... (5 replies, last updated by Lee Ohl March 3, 2008)

, but their brisket outpointed Kreuz on my last visit, so I may have to give it another visit. 3. Chisholm Trail: I keep reading how it’s where the locals go, but by the time I’ve seen it, I’m already full!... (2 replies, last updated by Kenney Slatten February 26, 2005)

Sorry for inverting “NAME” and “SUBJECT” in previous post . . . Just back from a weekend of cross country skiing (and then, guiltless eating) in the White Mountains. Coyote Rose, North Conway. Had a truly... (0 replies, last updated by Samovar January 18, 2005)

It has, and like Janet, I usually have another choice I can pick. If a restaurant runs out of REGULAR items on the menu (items they know the popularity of) I’d be very disappointed in that they didn’t gauge quantities... (104 replies, last updated by swsidejim May 2, 2007)