For those not in the know, Maid-Rite’s CEO defines the maid-rite as “a special cut and grind of low fat 100% fresh ground beef made to order with our secret combination of delicious seasoning, cooked to perfection and then served on a warm bun for a delicious taste treat…” enjoyed in the central and southwestern regions of the US.

Several years back, right off of Interstate 35, 4 miles into Iowa from Missouri, an Amish Country Store and Southern Iowa Welcome Center was built featuring the franchises of Maid-Rite, Godfather’s Pizza and Broasted chicken and an amazing collection of amish quilts and baskets –  there is something for everyone. Tuesday night is Blue Grass night.  An amazing group of local muscians perform from 5-7 and has the crowd food tapping and singing along.  With several electric guitars, fiddles and keyboards the music is non-stop.  Our table was singing, clapping and one song was so funny, Veneta almost fell off of her chair.  At this stage – I can’t get enough of these happy, laughing mom moments.  I would eat a maid-rite every night just to see my mom completely engaged and enjoying herself.