Food & Drink

Mama's Chicken Kitchen fried chicken with fries and a biscuit. As part of A geezer's look at Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and two restaurants for grabbing Gatlinburg grub: Mama's Chicken Kitchen and Trish's Mountain Diner.
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Gatlinburg Grub

A geezer’s guide to the Tennessee resort town

By Steve Cook | February 2, 2023
Loaded with power greens, leeks, onions, herbs, and spices and served with pasta – Orecchiette with Super Greens, Yogurt, and Feta: delicious!
Recipes

Orecchiette with Super Greens, Yogurt, and Feta

This pasta dish is a tried-and-true vegetarian recipe

By JeanMarie Brownson | February 1, 2023
Brunch with raw oysters, a Bloody Mary, and more. Brunch at Grain at The Main put an end to Steve Cook's plans to explore Norfolk, VA. But oh, it warmed the cockles of his heart and belly!
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Get a Raw Deal in Downtown Norfolk

The city’s revival includes this fantastic brunch at The Main

By Steve Cook | January 26, 2023
Moist, dense Chocolate Peppermint Cake is studded with chocolate-covered peppermint patties. Crushed peppermint candy adds crunch and a festive touch to the topping.
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Chocolate Peppermint Cake

The ultimate flavor pairing for a special occasion – like, anytime!

By Diane Rossen Worthington | January 25, 2023
Absinthe and sugar cubes beside an open book of Edgar Allan Poe poems. For article on Edgar Allan Poe-inspired tipples.
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Edgar Allan Poe-Inspired Tipples

Toasting a literary genius

By Annie Tobey | January 19, 2023
appetizer plate by Pierrette Guertin. Try these upscale appetizers and snacks: blue cheese potato chips, smoked ham and truffled cheese puffs, and smoked salmon and caviar sliders.
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Easy Upscale Appetizers and Snacks

Blue cheese potato chips, smoked ham and truffled cheese puffs, and smoked salmon and caviar sliders

By JeanMarie Brownson | January 18, 2023
lobster ravioli on a plate. Image by Bhofack2. This recipe for creamy lobster ravioli creates an impressive delicious entrée, PLUS it includes a helpful pasta-making primer. Learn and eat!
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Creamy Lobster Ravioli Recipe

An ultimate at-home culinary luxury

By Laura Rege, TheKitchn.com | January 11, 2023
Burger at Tavern on the Green: Zion’s Crossroads, Virginia
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Tavern on the Green at Spring Creek Golf Club

When you reach that (Zion’s) crossroad(s) in your life, eat a burger

By Steve Cook | January 5, 2023
The Sheet Pan French toast recipe is delicious, easy and serves four in one fell swoop, so everyone, even the chef, gets theirs hot and fresh.
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Sheet Pan French Toast for Four

Less fussy and messy

By America’s Test Kitchen | January 4, 2023
potatoes and potato chips. Image by Funandrejs. Looking for something warm, comforting, and economical? Salt and Vinegar Potato Soup is all three – plus it’s vegan and nostalgic!
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Salt and Vinegar Potato Soup

Cozy, comforting, economical, and so much fun

By Rebecca Firkser, TheKitchn.com | December 23, 2022

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