Today I arrived in Huntsville, Alabama. After arriving at the nicest Embassy Suites I’ve experienced, we departed for Grille 29 in the Village of Providence for dinner. Providence is a section of Huntsville that is about 5 years old and Grille 29 has been a cornerstone. The food was exceptional. General Manager roy Goldman created us and Executive Chef Chris McDonald prepared a feast.

Chef Chris sent out an array of appetizers to wet our appetite, and then we ordered our entrees. I enjoyed scallops stuffed with crabmeat served on lobster mash potatoes and accompanied by sautéed vegetables–wonderful.

Grille 29 Scallop Appetizer Photo: Maralyn D. Hill

Grille 29 Crab Stuffed Scallops on Lobster Mashed Potatoes Photo: Maralyn D. Hill

Grille 29 Redfish Photo: Maralyn D. Hill

The journalist next to me ordered the redfish and she felt she picked the winner.

An assortment of desserts arrived to everyone’s delight. But, believe it or not, I just tasted. They were all good and I would not be able to pick a favorite.

This is going to be a fun five days on this Culinary Media Tour. We will see what tomorrow has in store.

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Maralyn
Author: Maralyn

Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.