A few weeks ago, I spent a long weekend with my friends in Miami. We were there celebrating my friend Lauren's 23rd birthday. It was honestly one of the best times I've had in a while and it was so nice to spend time with my friends. We ended our weekend with one of the most amazing dinners I've ever experienced. This all took place at a restaurant called Barton G.

Let me start off with the decor. Within seconds of walking into Barton G, I was in absolute awe. This restaurant is beautiful. There were realflowers hanging in glass tubes from floor to ceiling connected by black, metal chain. Above the bar were huge lighting pieces that are honestly indescribable. The host brought us outside and lead us to our table...in a jungle. Oh my goodness. It was a jungle lit up by hidden lights in the trees and candles on each table. More Here...

I purchased a Yelp deal for $10 worth of food for $5 to be used at The Panorama of My Silence-Heart Café in Jamaica, New York. The Manhattan-esque café caters to a vegetarian/vegan crowd, but meat lovers like me can also find comfort there with super strong and frothy lattes, homemade pastries, hearty wraps, and hand crafted salads and sandwiches. This cozy and quiet café offers a chill atmosphere, as if you were sitting in your own living room. I went there last Thursday for an early dinner and to cram in some study hours, knowing the café would be conducive to my needs.

I decided on the Cobb Salad (6.95) made with veggie ham and chicken, egg, parmesan cheese, tomatoes, croutons, walnuts, guacamole and greens served with a house balsamic dressing. It was incredibly light and flavorful, something I would not expect from a vegetarian salad. More Here...

This is a guest post from Feast On The Cheap.

Mary Anne here. Or should I say, Rich Doscher here! Rich is a registered dietitian at the hospital where I work. Together with a physical therapist, the three of us give seminars at local senior centers and churches, instructing folks on keeping one’s joints healthy. For such a young “kid,” Rich has an amazing grasp on eating well and can recite, without hesitation, the absolute best foods to eat if one is looking for an anti-inflammatory, joint-healthy menu. I have to say, the 70+ set love his portion of our seminars, but I think it might have something to do with his boyish good looks and that twinkling, twenty-something smile! Just sayin’, Rich… More Here...