The official news statement: A long time downtown establishment has closed its doors after 14 years in Cleveland, Tennessee. The Catch Bar and Grill, owned by Michael Poore and Clay Walker, with Michael Poore as Executive Chef, specialized in fresh seafood and upscale catering. The restaurant, located at 233 Inman Street, announced its closure two …
I love cranberries. They remind me of the holidays, a reminder of winter coming and the bright red color just makes me happy. I also really like that they are not as perishable as most other berries and they last for awhile in the crisper drawer. Unfortunately, they are seasonal- it is a berry. And …
Gilliland’s Peach Orchard is located in Cleveland, TN and I am pretty sure they have the best peaches in world. People come from all over for their super sweet peaches. I love fresh peaches however, I do not like canned peaches- I think it is a texture thing. So this year I decided to make …
I love a good summer salad and this one hits all the marks. Cool, sweet, salty- all the feels. And just the right amount of acid. I would serve this on its own or with a nice piece of salmon or chicken, but it will go with absolutely anything. I prefer to buy the block …
Last year I canned the most wonderful marinara sauce. This year I knew I had to recreate it and double the amount. That is tricky because tomatoes can vary from year to year and the types that are available in my area also vary. The optimum variety for marinara in my opinion would be Roma …
I have learned kindness and grace are important attributes in living a full life.
This recipe came about because I love a good, moist cake. Tres Leche, which translates into “three milks”, is the most wet, moist cake you will find. I am not a fan of the traditional Tres Leche cake because I am not a fan of cinnamon. I know that is shocking, but I literally hate …
“In my 50s, I find myself reflecting on the things that bring me joy and vowing to do more of them. Sometimes the hardest part of doing what you love is determining what you love.”
When was the last time you did something for the first time? When was the last time you really tested and stretched your comfort zone? The answer for me is very recently- two weeks ago. I have been struggling with health issues related to chemo. In 2019, I was diagnosed with Stage 3b Triple Negative …
You need two things: a menu and a plan. It doesn’t have to be stressful or perfect and your house doesn’t have to be big or spotless. And keep your expectations low. Thanksgiving is an event, and once an event starts, you lose all control and it takes on a life of its own. And …
