Thrill of a Grill–Grilled Peach & Vidalia Onion Relish

I can be the worst when it comes to making a major purchase.  I guess you could say I definitely learned the importance of comparison shopping, but the problem is that I tend to take it to the far extreme.  There always seems to be one more place I need to check before I make my decision…oh wait, perhaps I … Read More

Special Event: Saltus River Grill – Beaufort, SC

Earlier this summer I had the pleasure of meeting Pat Branning, the food editor of the Beaufort Tribune. when she came to participate in one of my classes.  She’s just recently published a beautiful hardcover book that highlights many of the Low Country inspired recipes that she’s collected and created over the years.  In addition to Low Country inspired recipes, … Read More

Gazpacho al Andaluz

It was another hot and steamy day here in Savannah and based on this summer’s weather patterns, it probably was where you are too.  For supper tonight I enjoyed a big bowl  of refreshingly cold and flavorful “Gazpacho al Andaluz”. (ok, truth be told…in true bachelor style there was no actual bowl involved, I ate direct from the plastic storage … Read More

Peaches: Georgia vs. South Carolina

Shortly after moving to Georgia just over six years ago I was surprised to hear someone say “Georgia’s known as the peach state but South Carolina peaches taste better!” Really? I probably wouldn’t have been as surprised if they had been spoken by a South Carolinian but the fact that it was a native born Georgian making the comment seemed … Read More