Summer picnic essentials
Picnics are great versatile activities — for families, dates or a get together with friends. Whether your picnic is in the park, on the beach or at a fun campsite, you will want to pack the following essentials: Picnic blanket: While any blanket will do, a waterproof picnic blanket is best. Nobody likes getting settled in for the perfect picnic, only to end up damp from wet grass. Picnic b …
Celebrate National Grilled Cheese Month!
Did you know April is National Grilled Cheese Month? How will you celebrate the creation of this gooey, hearty sandwich? May we suggest ordering from one of our restaurant partners? The DashIn: Their grilled cheese sandwiches are known around the city for their deliciousness. You can’t go wrong with any of the options. Pair it with a cup of their tomato bisque for the perfect meal. Black …
7 ways to get kids to eat veggies
It’s a battle likely as old as humanity itself: getting kids to eat vegetables, of course! While there’s no sure-fire way to ensure kids are getting their daily recommended servings, you can try a few tips to sneak in those greens. Here are a few tried and true ones: There’s no one way to get your kids to eat more fruits and veggies, but here are ten tips straight from expert mo …
Stock up on healthy snacks for your spring road trip!
Spring break is just around the corner! Have you given any thought to what you will pack for snacks on your road trip? It’s fairly easy to pack healthy and tasty options, to fuel your family. Here are a few ideas: Almonds: These are brain food! You can buy them in bulk, or in travel size packets if you wish. Packed with protein, they will keep kids satisfied between meals. Dried fruit: …
Save on kids meals at Fort Wayne restaurants
Going out to eat can be expensive, especially with a large family. The good news is there are several local restaurants with great deals, sure to make it more affordable. Here are a few of our favorites: Note: Please contact the restaurant location you will be visiting before to confirm the kid’s meal promotion is still being offered. Buffalo Wild Wings 1425 West Dupont Road 260-490-6556 10524 …
3 reasons to juice
Many people have turned to juicing as a rejection of processed foods found in the American diet. That’s because cooking and processing food destroys these micronutrients by altering their shape and chemical composition. Still, most nutritionists agree we need 6-8 servings of vegetables and fruits per day. But few of us actually get that. Juicing is an easy way to virtually guarantee that …
Are you going to Dishcrawl?
Did you hear about Dishcrawl Fort Wayne? Here is some information from their website: R20;Dishcrawl brings a new tradition to the old neighborhoods of historic downtown. Walk along as we discover food unique tastes, both new and old, in the old streets of a town named after General Anthony Wayne. Fort Wayne has more to offer than meets the eye. Join us on Tuesday, March 5th at 7pm, as we discov …
Think WOTW gift cards for all of life’s occassions
Gift cards are a great way to show you care. And an even better idea is a Waiter on the Way gift card. WOTW gift cards spend like cash, and are a great solution for any gift-giving occasion. Here are a few ideas: A friend or relative has a baby: The weeks after bringing a new baby home can be hectic. Cooking is often the last thing on their minds. Make it easy on the new parents by sending th …
El Azteca means fresh, flavor
Today we welcome restaurant partner El Azteca. It’s easy to see why El Azteca, located in the East State neighborhood, has been a staple of Fort Wayne dining since 1973. For starters, they serve up quality and consistent dishes, fresh from their kitchen. And did we mention all of their sauces are home-made? The menu might seem overwhelming at first, but have no fear. Look to a few of the …
Food for thought: how well do you tip?
Next time you go out for a meal, here’s some food for thought. How well do you tip? As you likely know, servers rely on the bulk of their income to come in the form of tips. The base pay of $2.13/hour is barely enough to fill up a tank of gas, let alone support a family. The truth is low-wage jobs like food service are among the most popular for low-income individuals because they don’t requi …