In just a few short weeks The Frankie Lemmon Foundation is hosting the third annual National Truffle Festival, here in Asheville, North Carolina. … [Read more...]
2012 National Truffle Festival in Asheville, North Carolina
February 8, 2012 By 21 Comments
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Venison Bourguignon
November 10, 2011 By 47 Comments
Rich and Earthy Venison Bourguignon, AKA Frenchy Deer Stew. Sooooooo, today we're talking about deer meat. Animal lovers, please don't be upset. I know deer have long pretty eyelashes and remind us of Bambi, but they also taste delicious and venison offers many health benefits. ...in addition, I personally NEED meat. Due to some deep ancestral urge, my body craves it and I feel slightly bipolar without it. Am I forgiven? Sweet! … [Read more...]
Favorite Sugar Cookie Icing and Cut Out Cookie Recipe
October 24, 2011 By 56 Comments
Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas are just around the corner and I'm making lamb cookies?!? Yes, there is a method to my madness... Today I offer you my absolute favorite Sugar Cookie Icing and Cut Out Cookie Recipe for your holiday baking endeavors, and a story I'd like to call "On the Lam(b)." … [Read more...]
Toffee Caramel Latte from Battery Park Book Exchange
October 17, 2011 By 50 Comments
Asheville's Battery Park Book Exchange and Champagne Bar shares their famous Toffee Caramel Latte, also known as the "Carl Sandburg." A sophisticated coffee drink in a plush, friendly environment. … [Read more...]
BBQ Carnitas Tacos from White Duck Taco Shop
September 19, 2011 By 66 Comments
White Duck Taco Shop in Asheville, North Carolina, is serving killer tacos to their cult following... including these BBQ Carnitas Tacos! … [Read more...]
Breakfast Salad and ManPans Giveaway
July 25, 2011 By 163 Comments
The unconventional morning meal ~ Breakfast Salad with Cinnamon Toast Croutons and Maple Vinaigrette. Who knew a salad for breakfast could be so good? … [Read more...]
Gourmet Napa Style Potato Chips
July 18, 2011 By 55 Comments
Asheville's The Gourmet Chip Company serves up worldly and decedent homemade potato chips. One aspect of ASP that I thoroughly enjoy, is telling the stories of people in my community and their passion for food. … [Read more...]
Strawberry Chipotle Jam
May 11, 2011 By 82 Comments
It's officially strawberry season in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our farmers markets are full of fresh ruby-hued orbs and strawberry desserts adorn local restaurant dessert menus. This time of year my family can't seem to eat enough berries to satisfy; trips to the strawberry farm are part of daily chatter. … [Read more...]
Chocolate Raspberry Pots de Creme (GIVEAWAY)
April 25, 2011 By 147 Comments
One thing I love about living in Asheville, North Carolina is that it attracts food lovers. People visit here for all sorts of food festivals throughout the year. Others come to stay; opening restaurants, farming, attending culinary school, and producing artisan cheeses. With so many taking part in this "Foodtopian Society" as we call it, there is never a lack for delicious conversation or cooking buddies. … [Read more...]
Asheville’s Cúrate ~ The Pupil Becomes The Master
April 20, 2011 By 56 Comments
Gambas al Ajillo from Curate Tapas Bar in Asheville, North Carolina. Some people wonder aimlessly through life, responding to whatever trial or happiness drifts their way. Others look at the world as a giant classroom; finding the lesson in each stage of life, seeking to learn and grow from every new experience, continuously acting rather than reacting. … [Read more...]
