REAL MOMS OF THE METRO Moms Dish On metro eats, swag & fun When it comes to planning family fun, seeking new swag at locally-owned shops and trying the best in OKC eats, metro moms are always our best resource. The events of 2020 have made it even more important to support local businesses and restaurants, and these families were eager to share how they’ve done just that. Check out these local moms’ favorites.
Northeast OKC: Whitaker family
While being quarantined at home, I found myself needing a break from preparing meals and ordering the usual takeout. Through casual conversation, I found a new favorite locally-owned restaurant: Papa Dino’s Pizza & Grill . It is simply amazing! Through this pandemic, I’ve also had to re-learn how much fun it is to simply be outside. Looking at smart devices and watching television gets old … fast! Riding my bike was something I took for granted. So much so, I couldn’t even tell you the location of my own bike, so I have borrowed my mom’s bike in order to enjoy the cool breeze on a warm day. I love getting outside with my son and enjoying Mother Nature while nibbling on Papa Dino’s! Jillian Whitaker is mom of Janori (2) and a news reporter and founder of Better Black News.
JILLIAN WHITAKER (LEFT) AND SON JANORI (ABOVE) SOAK UP THE SUNSHINE.
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