Cornerstone Bakery & Cafe

Now I know there are other places to eat, especially breakfast, but to us.

NAW!

We found the Cornerstone Bakery & Cafe several years ago and it's the only place we'll eat breakfast!

The food is beyond good, it's great. The portions will make you say "I'll need a take out" even before you start eating.

This time, we were in Ruidoso, New Mexico, for five days and ate breakfasts there everyday.

Their Huevos Rancheros....it's the best I've ever eaten, bar none!

Of the four of us, none of us had anything that wasn't equally enjoyable.

       
                             Two of the 4 of us: Kenneth and Carolene Poole

Deserts. Oh my!

I'm one of those "eat desert first, cause you never know what tomorrow brings" and their PIES, are, as the old saying goes....."TO DIE FOR."

Not only is the food great, the staff is friendly, quick, and make you feel like you're part of the family.

                           L-R: Debbie Gomez, Nickie Doth, Steven Gomez

Steven J. Gomez is the owner and his personality fills the room like a sunrise that touches everyone who comes in.

                           Give Steven a call or send him an email. Tell him HI!


If you want to be a "food HERO", when you're in Ruidoso, make sure you go there. You'll thank me and everyone with you will thank you!

They have an excellent variety of coffee, home made bread, coffee cups, tumblers, and don't forget to look at the COOKIES!

The Cookie Monster would love them....believe me! I'm related to the Cookie Monster so I can speak for him.

No, really, I am.

We can't wait till our next trip to Ruidoso and the "CORNERSTONE BAKERY & CAFE!"

It's a 3 Motorcycle and a  5 Star place to eat.

John and Judy Madden
Kenneth and Carolene Poole

Other Places We've Eaten Along the Road

I'm way behind in listing "Places To Eat," due to health challenges. So today is kinda of a make up day for not doing it then.

                                     Houston, Texas:

                                                            Miller's Cafe

Miller's Cafe, 6560 Fannin Street, Scurlock Tower. Very good food (hamburgers and sandwiches), fair price, and great atmosphere. 1-713-791-1717

Cliff's Grill at 6605 S. Main Street, is a small, eatery, with good food and a pleasant atmosphere. We've eaten there several times, when in Houston, and it's always been very enjoyable.

                               Glenrio, New Mexico:

   Russell's Truck

and Travel Center 

                                                              Entrance to Museum


Russell's Endree Truck and Travel Center , 1583 Frontage Road 4132. Glenrio, NM 88434, (I-40 : the old Route 66) is priced right, large servings, and an extremely enjoyable atmosphere (looking at all the trucks above the counter and the museum). Again, we've eaten there several times and the reason we stop is because of the last time we stopped.

Good food, service is great, atmosphere, and it's a good place to catch your breath, so to speak, on a long drive in New Mexico and Texas. 1-575-578-8700

(Eating is an "Individual Sport." Participate with gusto and enjoyment.)

John Madden
2012

The EGG and I

On a recent trip my lovely wife, Judy, and I came across an excellent place to eat. We were looking for a place to have our CD drive checked, in Leander, Texas after visiting with family.

Following Judy's GPS, in her phone, we found the place it told us to go to wasn't there. At least anymore.

We had driven by this unusual place called "Egg and I." It was near lunch time so we decided to check it out.

                                                     

                                                         14005 N Hwy 183, Suite 500
                                                              Austin, Texas 78717
                                                                1-512-250-3447


At first glance the menu seemed a tad pricey. But, hey, we were hungry, it started to rain, and we decided inside was a lot better than outside.

The food was "beyond good, it was GREAT!" The size was awesome.

Just look at that plate. a biscuit with gravy (with sausage in it), two sausage, three eggs, and potatoes. I couldn't eat it all. And that my friend, is very, very unusual. Oh, I also had two pieces of wheat toast and it was the best toast I've EVER had.

Judy had the same and the same problem I had, she couldn't eat it all.

I took a piece of toast and a sausage with me to eat later. It was as good if not better three hours later.

The staff was extremely friendly and service was 5 Star. Our waitress, Jana Creel, was the nicest lady we've had the pleasure to meet in many a meal.

Look at that SMILE....isn't she a beautiful Lady!

I also loved their sign. My mom and grandmother said that many times. As a result, I'd rather eat breakfast three times a day.

We found out their corporate office is in Denver, they're growing slowly, service and quality food are certainly their standard.

"The Egg and I" is a  FIVE STAR  place to eat.

You'll be very happy if you find them and try them.

Kristle Thacker is the General Manager and Abe Mujica is the Kitchen Manager at this "The EGG and I." Be sure to say"Hi" to them and to Jana Creel. Tell them, John Madden's Travel Blog said "HI."

We'll look for them as we travel!

John and Judy Madden