I have also enjoyed calories plus rides that went by Mildred's; i.e. consuming more calories than you burn on the ride.
Here is another chow spot to add to your list. When riding south of Gainesville be sure to stop at McIntosh Grocery for some good chow. It is located in the middle of McIntosh on the east side of 441.
As you walk in the door you will find an abundant display of fresh pastries and baked goods. The favorite of the chow hounds I ride with is the bakalava , the best I have found. These little calorie bombs will fuel you for many miles. (I do not recommend eating six at one sitting as Skip has been known to do.)
Further to the left is the Deli . They have the usual selection of corn dawgs and potato logs (Larry's fuel of choice) but there is an unusual choice not found in most of these grease emporiums. That selection is the lentils and rice. The friendly matron makes this dish with just the right touch of spices. The last time we got an order of lentils and rice she ladled on some warm onions that she had cooking in olive oil. HOT DAMN!!!! it just don't get any better. Rocke enjoys the corn fritters so much he can be easily persuaded to buy a rather large order.
Being a grocery you can also find anything from Twinkies to bananas.
After loading down with chow we usually head out to the block wall and sit down to indulge. On the last visit a sign that said "beware of coral snake" caused us to change our plan. Go half a block east away from 441 and you can enjoy a rest stop in the charming town park. On Sunday morning you can enjoy the sounds of organs playing in the surrounding churches as you munch away on the park bench.
Next time you are down south be sure to stop by and enjoy this small family run grocery.
bon apetit
bill boyett