**So first let me say this may be a biased review because I absolutely love corn dogs and Pallookaville has amazing corn dogs!** I generally pass through downtown Avondale Estates maybe 2-3 times a month on my way to DeKalb Farmer’s Market. On my way, I always take in the empty store fronts and of… Continue reading Pallookaville Fine Foods (Avondale, GA)
Garlicky Pot Roast
One thing I will say the furlough has given me ample time to do a variety of things! I’ve been able to try new recipes, tweak old ones, and even fold and put away all my laundry (which is unheard of in my household). If the shutdown continues any longer I might actually have time… Continue reading Garlicky Pot Roast
S’mores Cookies
Who knew all it would take is a government shutdown and being furloughed for me to have enough time to do another blog post? Since I have so much time on my hands, I decided to try some new recipes.My husband loves anything s’mores related; ice cream, beverages, Pepperidge Farm “goldfish”, and even actual s’mores. If… Continue reading S’mores Cookies
Hamido (Dearborn, MI)
So I know Dearborn, Michigan isn’t exactly in the south, but I feel I take a little bit of the south with me where ever I travel. Recently the family and I were in Michigan visiting my grandmother and decided to venture out and try some new restaurants. We had just watched an episode of… Continue reading Hamido (Dearborn, MI)
Lambert’s Cafe (Foley, AL)
Recently, my family and I decided to vacation in L.A. (that’s Lower Alabama not Los Angeles for you non-southerners). Gulf Shores Alabama is a little known vacation spot that has excellent beaches and isn’t as commercialized as Panama City or Destin, FL. We stayed in Orange Beach which is located on Perdido Key. On a… Continue reading Lambert’s Cafe (Foley, AL)
Spicy Barbecued Oysters
Everyone loves a barbecue especially around holidays such as, Memorial Day and Fourth of July. We even have barbecues while tailgating for the Atlanta Falcons (Go Falcons!). My husband and I usually don’t wait until the holiday for an excuse to barbecue with friends and family. This is the perfect time to enjoy home-cooked food,… Continue reading Spicy Barbecued Oysters
Salmon Croquettes
Growing up, most days dinner consisted of a meat and two vegetables. However, every now and then my mom would make salmon croquettes and homemade french fries (french fries will appear later). Salmon croquettes are just like crab cakes but are salmon. To me there is nothing better than salmon croquettes drizzled with maple syrup.… Continue reading Salmon Croquettes
Braised Kale
Every so often I try to look for new, quick side dish for everyday meals. Since I had several bunches of kale from the farmer’s market I decided to do something different. I’ve only cooked kale a few times and when I do I usually make kale chips (which are better than potato chips). This side dish… Continue reading Braised Kale
Moxie’s Cold Cure All
Whenever I have a cold for over three days I get to the point where I am willing to try anything just to get over it. This time was no exception. Since the Nyquil-Robitussin-Advil combo didn’t seem to be doing the job and a trip to the doctor determined it was a viral infection it… Continue reading Moxie’s Cold Cure All
Ham and Basil-Walnut Pesto Pasta
Every new year comes with lots of resolutions, and of course every year I tend to make the same resolutions: be more fiscally responsible and to have a healthier diet. This recipe represents both. Of course after any large meal you always have leftovers and our Christmas meal was no exception. Since we had a… Continue reading Ham and Basil-Walnut Pesto Pasta