I just read a story on one of AOL’s blogs about how the cold temperatures in January have caused problems for chain restaurants sourcing tomatoes. It specifically cited Burger King and Subway. As stated in the story: “The chain has been running short on tomatoes for about week, leaving some disappointed customers without red ripe tomatoes on their Whoppers.” I … Read More
Re-Engineering Hot Dogs
I rarely have the time to read the paper but being that I’m away on a mini-vacation I awoke this morning to find a copy of USA Today that had been slipped under my hotel room door. I figured I’d take a quick glance before packing up to check out. First thing to catch my eye, right on the front … Read More
Chefs vs. City – Savannah
The week has just begun and already it’s a busy one! Last month I had a call from the producers of “Chefs vs. City”, a show on the Food Network that features two chefs who travel to various cities to compete against local chefs in food related competitions. They were making plans for an episode here in Savannah and wanted … Read More
Aphrodisiacs – Love at First Bite?
Chocolate, oysters, grapes, chilies, coffee and basil….what do they have in common? Throughout history, each of them has been considered to be an aphrodisiac. Royalty and common folk alike have sought to captivate the persons of their desire through feeding them aphrodisiacs, or consuming aphrodisiacs in order to appease those they loved.
Good Eats for Breakfast in Atlanta – Part 3
The final morning of a recent trip to Atlanta I decided to try two different pastry-oriented places before hitting the road for home. I didn’t want to be too full for the drive and thought something to munch on during the drive would also ward off the boredom that sets in between Macon and Savannah (if you’ve ever driven it…enough … Read More
Good Eats in for Breakfast in Atlanta – Part 2
The next morning I was seriously tempted to go back and try yet another item but forced myself to avoid falling into a rut. After searching various options I decided to try Highland Bakery near the Inman Park and Old Fourth Ward area of downtown Atlanta. Located in an old brick building it has a front counter bakery area featuring … Read More
Black Forest Cherry Crepes
Crepes are one of those seemingly formidable items that people enjoy but are often afraid to do themselves. They really aren’t as difficult as they appear! It does take a bit of practice to get the pan at the temperature and to have enough batter without making them too thick. Thankfully they’re easy to mix together, aren’t expensive, and can … Read More
Not Just Custom Cakes – Amazing Cakes!
My friend Minette Rushing is the owner of a local Savannah cake shop called “Custom Cakes”. The name is straightforward enough and certainly conveys a basic concept of the work they do. However just they way that Minette doesn’t take enough credit for what she does, the name “Custom Cakes” doesn’t begin to convey the amazing cakes that they produce. … Read More
Good Eats for Breakfast in Atlanta – Part 1
I recently visited Atlanta for the winter wholesale gift/retail market. As I usually do when traveling, I wanted to check out some new places to eat. My favorite meal of the day is would have to be breakfast. First, because it’s the only meal that both savory and sweet play major roles Sticky sweet pancakes and pastry are equally at … Read More
New Beginnings in 2010
I know what you’re saying…yes, I realize it’s nearly mid-January and I’m talking about things I should have talked about 2 weeks ago! Hopefully that will become a thing of the past. I have never really been one to get into the whole bit of making “New Year’s” Resolutions”. First, people rarely keep them and then second…why do it just … Read More