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January 22, 2021

Pear Au Gratin

All southerners know about that mysterious side dish that is served at family gatherings–Pear Salad. Shredded cheese, mayonnaise, and pears make up the traditional ‘salad’…

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January 14, 2021

Persimmon & Pecan Pop Tarts

Persimmons are one of those ingredients that have little variation of use in recipes. Most commonly the spicy fruit is used in breads, puddings, and..

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August 22, 2020

Mango Apple Pie

Can you think of any more summer in America than apple pie? Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and even backyard barbecues usually has an apple..

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July 14, 2020

Loquat & Carrot Hummus

The sweet yet tart fruit pairs well with carrots as it enhances the sweet notes of the root vegetable. Softening carrots and blending the with the overripe loquats was the simplest way to combine the two flavors.

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April 27, 2020

Banana Peanut Butter Blondies

The flavors can be described as a mixture of banana bread, a peanut butter and banana sandwich, and a brown sugar blondie.

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March 28, 2020

Oatmeal Date Cookies

I can confidently say that this version of an oatmeal cookie is superior. The fresh dates add even more deep dark caramel flavor to the already oey gooey cookie.

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January 14, 2020

Apple Walnut French Toast

Yes I know that everyone is eating healthy and looking for healthy recipes, but I also know that everyone needs a cheat day. Breakfast is..

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January 7, 2020

Persimmon Kale Salad

Just like the rest of the world, I am cutting back on calories. As much as I love food, the holidays test my tolerance of..

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December 20, 2019

Cranberry Brownies

I am the first to admit that I prefer boxed brownies to homemade. It is so difficult to achieve a gooey fudgy brownie when making..

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December 19, 2019

Butternut, Collard, & Pear Pizza

As a long time home cook it is often extremely difficult to come up with new recipes, especially quick and easy weekday meals. If you..

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December 14, 2019

Cheesecake Stuffed Panettone

With Christmas only two weeks away I am in full holiday mode. For me that means baking as many seasonal treats as possible. Since Thanksgiving..

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December 13, 2019

Pumpkin & Bean Soup

Thanksgiving is over, fall is coming to a swift end, and I am so tired of only seeing sweet pumpkin recipes. So many holiday flavors..

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November 27, 2019

Butternut, Burrata, and Rye Pie

For the past week I have been posting unique recipes to wow your guests this holiday season. I like the idea of taking a classic..

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November 26, 2019

How to Expertly Make a Cheese Plate

The holidays are upon us. This week is Turkey Day and before we know it, Santa will be here. As a foodie and holiday lover,..

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November 21, 2019

Honey Carrot Cake

An easy variation on the tradition is the use of honey to sweeten the cake. Of course, I prefer local honey since Savannah has such good procurers like Capital Bee Company.

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November 16, 2019

Savoy Society

That’s why, when I stopped by the group’s latest venture, Savoy Society, the team was about to finish setting up the revamped space.

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November 15, 2019

Burrata Cheesecake

By replacing one half of the cream cheese in a cheesecake recipe, the result is a cheesecake that balanced and not as sweet.

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September 14, 2019

Pizzeria Vittoria Napoletana

For several months the foodies of Savannah have patiently waited to see Chef Kyle Jacovino’s next move. Some were even scared he might take pack..

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September 12, 2019

Moodright’s, Savannah’s New Hip Spot

Yesterday marked the grand opening for Moodright’s, an opening which I have been following for quite some time along with so many other locals. Moodright’s..

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August 27, 2019

Muscadine & Ricotta on Rye

Do you know what a muscadine is? It is okay if the answer is no, considering most southerners would answer the same. My childhood included..

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August 15, 2019

Fig Jam Two Ways

Before moving to Savannah, I had never eaten a fig. I had never even had access to a fig. That all changed with my husband’s..

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August 12, 2019

Readee’s Bees

As a carpenter turned bee whisperer, Read Nichols, the owner of Savannah’s Readee’s Bees, is a dedicated, hardworking purist that started his small business over..

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July 25, 2019

Prosciutto + Pistachio Salad

Last week I gave you a simple recipe that used seasonal local ingredients. My Onion, Fig, & Feta tarts used cheese from a local goat..

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July 24, 2019

A Story about Savannah’s Native Yaupon Plant

EVERY SAVANNAHIAN has had his or her fair share of sweet tea. However, long before the sugary cups of brown “Savannah Water” were served alongside..

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July 14, 2019

Onion, Feta, & Fig Tarts

A quick carmalization on some onions and I had a winning recipe. Buttery puff pastry sits at the base for these ultra savory and slightly sweet seasonal tarts.

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July 8, 2019

Savannah gets its own Food Truck Park

By now the rumors of Savannah’s first food truck park have been confirmed. One may even say dispelled because what is actually coming to Savannah’s..

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July 3, 2019

My Mama’s Meatloaf

Every southerner has certain foods that are quintessential nostalgia. Growing up most southern mothers had a select few recipes that were rotated around their weekly..

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June 29, 2019

New York’s the Fat Radish comes to Savannah

VEGETABLE forward with meat options—surely a first for Savannah, to say the least. Not only a first, but a first in all of the right..

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June 26, 2019

Lemon & Pineapple Sage Chess Pie

The history of the chess pie is debatable. Many contribute its origin to England, but those who have lived in the south their entire lives..

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June 21, 2019

Savannah Smokehouse: The newest BBQ to hit Savannah

BONE-STICKING barbeque for a low price that you can get downtown—that’s the aim of Savannah Smokehouse BBQ & Brew. David and Christine Cutlip and their..

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June 13, 2019

Meeting the Family Behind Bootleg Farm

SOUTHERNERS think of one thing when they hear the word “bootleggers”: Moonshine. We all have a story or two of a friend of a friend..

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June 6, 2019

Cajun Meat Bread

Most southern food is bone sticking and hearty. A style that can be contributed to the economics of survival. This recipe is not different. A..

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June 4, 2019

Savannah’s Newest Pop-Up: Eden Supper Club

BREAKING BREAD at the dinner table is the ultimate unifier. The passing of good food across a bountiful spread knocks down walls and creates community…

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May 26, 2019

Key Lime Pie Poke Cake

As you probably guessed, Key Lime Pie (and key limes) come from the Keys. Many southerners consider the Florida line to be the official end..

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May 23, 2019

An interview with James Beard Award Winning Chef Mashama Bailey

SOMETHING big happened last week. Something bigger than you or me, and something that is guaranteed to change the way people view Savannah as a..

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May 9, 2019

Forsyth Farm Picnic

MANY Savannahians are unaware that a large dairy farm once operated behind Tennessee Avenue. But for many locals, like myself, the piece of property that..

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May 3, 2019

My Favorite Sushi on Tybee: Raw Ingredients

OUR port city boasts a wealth of seafood. You can get it grilled, blackened, fried, steamed, whole, on the half shell, or filleted. Even as..

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May 1, 2019

Bourbon & Butterscotch Eclair Cake

I assume you are asking yourself—how is an Éclair Cake southern? The cake itself is not southern, but its source is. For many of us..

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April 25, 2019

Savannah’s Most Loved Food Family – Big Bon – Expands To Bagels

A BODEGA is a small grocery store, a place where you can stop in grab beer, wine, and snacks in a pinch. Now Bodega means..

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April 19, 2019

Bananas Foster Monkey Bread

Travel is the best way to draw inspiration in life. For me traveling means exploring the food of the city I am visiting. I spend..

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April 16, 2019

Savannah’s Oldest Bakery,Gottlieb’s, Starts Dinner Service

THERE ARE certain restaurants that could be designated cornerstones of Savannah’s food scene. For a BLT salad you go to the Olde Pink House, for..

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April 11, 2019

Georgia Brunswick Stew

Today marks the day that I institute some changes for my blog. Lately I have been very inspired to learn more about the history of..

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April 8, 2019

My Favorite Cake Pop Shop in Savannah: Sweet Whimsy

HAVE YOU ever had famous cake pops? I have and I am never going back. Unfortunately for me, I did not discover the professional (and..

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April 3, 2019

Strawberry Cheesecake Rice Crispy Treats

Last week I posted a new recipe for homemade Cheesecake Marshmallows, and I wanted to share the recipe of how I used the mallows because..

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March 30, 2019

JThomas Kitchen

DURING MY four year college tenure, my course load required completion of a marketing class. One of the important principles of marketing is to never..

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March 27, 2019

Cheesecake Marshmallows

Marshmallows are one of those things that I have always wanted to make at home. But when it is so easy to just buy a..

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March 23, 2019

Savannah’s one stop shop for all things brewed:

THERE IS now a one stop shop for all things brewed: coffee, tea, kombucha, cider, and more importantly beer and wine. In the thick of..

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March 21, 2019

Apricot Roasted Chicken

There are often extremely difficult moments in life—days during which you feel as though you will not be okay. In the end, time will heal..

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March 14, 2019

Savannah’s First Farm to Truck Food Truck: Strangebird

AIRSTREAMS are super cool, but an Airstream that sells seasonally inspired food all around Savannah gives this one quite a leg up on the rest..

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February 28, 2019

Double Cookie Birthday Cake

I am positive after reading that title you are asking, “What the heck is a double cookie birthday cake?” It is a creation from my..

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February 25, 2019

The Diner Bar at The Grey

Being a food writer, I’m often confronted with the question, “Which restaurant do you recommend?” As you can imagine, that question has never proffered a..

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February 17, 2019

Seasonal Citrus Salad

Citrus was put on this earth to help get everyone through the cold winters in the south. You see us southerners, especially in the low..

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February 14, 2019

White Chocolate Mousse Tart + Pink Peppercorn Strawberry Sauce

Happy Valentine’s Day! I hope your day is filled with joy and love–even if that means cuddling your dog a little extra. I did not..

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February 12, 2019

Spicy Kitchen Sink Cookies

The concept of a kitchen sink cookie is simple: you put everything in but the kitchen sink. It is one of those recipes that works..

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February 9, 2019

The Ultimate BLT

A bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich is one of those dishes that instantly triggers nostalgia for me. A good BLT is one of my mom’s..

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February 7, 2019

The Newest Bakery in Savannah: Mad Mac’s

My favorite kind of article to write is the one where I stumble upon a new place—literally. Several weeks ago, while walking through Wright Square..

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February 4, 2019

Chai Milk Cake

Being able to bake a cake is the cornerstone of becoming a good baker–especially an at-home baker. But if you are anything like me (I..

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January 30, 2019

Leoci’s is back in Savannah: Leoci’s Mercato Italiano

There’s something about Savannah that keeps people coming back. Whether a multi-visit tourist, a student that comes back here to live after being away at..

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January 28, 2019

How to Make Fish Stock

This past weekend my husband and I hosted a dinner party. On the menu we had an entire grilled grouper stuffed with lemons and herbs…

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January 25, 2019

Lemon & Cream Cheese Babka

I will be the first to admit that I am not a professional baker. I have baked for many, many years, but am in no..

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