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Love Flavored Popcorn? You Must Try This!

  Did you know that Americans eat an estimated 17 billion quarts of popcorn each year, and nearly 70% of it at home? It’s one of my favorite snacks, especially when I sit down to watch television or a movie. … Continue reading

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Joan J’s Fabulous Five Bean and Penne Pasta Salad, Fit for a Crowd

  My girlfriend (and awesome cook) Ronda has brought her mother-in-law’s (Joan J) colorful and fabulous bean salad to several potluck gatherings throughout the years. Each time she does, I always go back at least for seconds, if not thirds or … Continue reading

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Seasons 52, Now Open In Raleigh!

When I was invited to review Seasons 52’s new Raleigh location in Crabtree Valley Mall, I jumped at the chance! I was already familiar with the restaurant’s concept of serving fresh and seasonal food, locally sourced when possible, having dined … Continue reading

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Meet Floury Apron’s Fabulous Fadia House at the 2017 Southern Women’s Show!

I recently had the great fortune of spending some time with Fadia House, the delightful owner of the Floury Apron, thanks to some of the folks at the upcoming Southern Women’s Show. The Southern Women’s Show (April 21-23) is the … Continue reading

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Hot Diggity Dog! Kel’s Homemade Chili for Franks, Burgers and More

  Summer cookouts are on the near horizon, and oftentimes I like to keep it simple by just grilling hotdogs and burgers, and then adding one homemade touch to elevate those meats to a higher level. I’m talking homemade chili, of course. Honestly, I’m not a … Continue reading

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Kel’s Awesome Olive Salad for Muffulettas and More

Central Grocery, New Orleans, home of the original muffuletta. A must stop on any visit to this fun and lively Southern city. Yes, you will have to stand in line, which often snakes out the door and past several other stores, to … Continue reading

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Kel’s Bacon and Bleu Cheese Cabbage Steaks, as a Side and a Meal

Cabbage lovers, rejoice! You will love, love, love this delicious recipe and it will yield two meals with some simple planning. Cabbage haters, rejoice! With the addition of cheese and bacon, here’s a dish that just may turn your hate … Continue reading

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Crispy Canadian Bacon and Two-Cheese Hash Brown Waffles

Here’s a great recipe I threw together shortly after I bought my Belgian waffle maker. It combines some of my favorite breakfast foods (Canadian bacon, eggs, cheese and hash brown potatoes) that can be served any time of the day. … Continue reading

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Craft Beer and Girl Scout Cookies, Part 2

As I mentioned in a recent post, Brixx Wood Fired Pizza at Parkside Town Commons and Bradford Shops in Cary offered a unique Beer & Girl Scout Cookie Tasting on Feb. 22, 2017. Guests received three drink samples specifically selected … Continue reading

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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill Spiced Pecan Green Beans. You’re Welcome.

Growing up, Mom often bought fresh green beans instead of the canned variety. She’d have one of us kids break off the ends and snap them in half as needed, which was a chore I never, ever minded. To this day, … Continue reading

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