Devant Champagne A Unique Experience From Label To Wine
Devant Champagne, Photo credit: Argex Beverages Inc. I love watching little champagne bubbles dance in my glass. There is some thing both elegant and playful about this delicious wine. When Argex Beverages asked if I’d like to sample its Devant Brut French Champagne it was an easy Yes please and thank you kindly! When you think of sipping champagne what comes to mind? Special celebrations, parties, or perhaps a way to add...
Impressions of “Koshersoul: The Faith And Food Journey Of An African American Jew” By Michael Twitty ~ From A Nice Jewish Girl
Note: When I began this post my intention was to write a normal review of Koshersoul. However, it turned into more of introspective thoughts. Sometimes books just do that. Sorry. Not Sorry. “Food is an archive, a keeper of secrets.” – Michael Twitty So I came across Chef Michael Twitty @thecookinggene several years ago. Perhaps it was on Twitter or maybe Instagram, it really doesn’t matter. In the cluttered social media food space his...
Interview With Victoria Parsons – “Queen of Cupakes”
Victoria Parsons – Queen of Cupcakes Live tweeting Food TV shows I’ve met amazing and very nice people from the culinary world. One of those talented chefs is the Queen of Cupcakes – Victoria Parsons. Victoria brings two interesting experiences to our interview table. As her social channels confirm, she is an accomplished Cake Decorator. Her amazing and creative cakes make me especially happy. Victoria is also a...
Johnsonville Tongsman Contest – “Food Is Love”
The festive vibe of downtown ATL, during the SEC Championship, was the prefect backdrop for the exciting finals of the 2021 Johnsonville Titanium Tongsman Contest. L to R: Don Rountree – CEO Roundtree Group; April Vois, & Anne Todd – GRM, Lesley Gamwell – Roundtree Group Two talented chefs, Angelia Howard and Brent Little, went head-to-head or tongs-to-tongs (ouch! sorry) competing for the prestigious title. The...
Farmers Markets = Local Food Festivals
For me, Farmers Markets are popup local food festivals. Here today but back next week… as long as the season lasts! In addition to fresh from the field and farm products you’ll find food makers offering craft and small batch honey, jams, teas, vinegars+++. You’ll also discover bakers who only sell their pastries and breads at farmers markets and so much more. Many foods are based on legacy, family recipes handed down from...
Interview With LaNeca Cox, Badass Cook
Our friend LaNeca Cox reminds us that it is never to late to follow your dream. Hers was to be a cook at a restaurant in Vegas… and that is now exactly what she’s doing! Thank you LaNeca for sharing part of your inspirational story. LaNeca Cox, Badass Cook! LaNeca Cox On LaNeca Cox – I am stronger than I’ve ever thought to be. When I set my mind to something I go full throttle until I achieve my goal. Diva...