I haven’t done a hidden gem in a while, and here is the perfect business to give attention to. I found Susie’s scones at the Warrenton farmers market (Saturdays 8-12). I have posted recipes for my scones on the blog, and they are good, but let’s face, I have never been a threat to win…

This is an impulse buy for me; alligator was on sale for $8.00 a pound. I was going to make fritters, but mac and cheese is more fun. The dish is spicy and creamy with lots of flavor. The alligator is twice cooked, first on the grill to get some smoky flavor then breaded and…

It’s the Preakness, so it’s time for crab cakes and black eyed Susans.. You can find crab recipes on this blog, and now black eyed Susans in the form of cupcakes are here. Now, the black eyed Susan cocktail is bourbon, orange juice, lime, and lemon. Simple syrup and ice complete the drink, and all…

This is a gentle ribbing on some friends at Erin’s Elderberries who like sushi as long as it’s cooked. This is also for people who don’t like fish unless it’s fried or blackened. God love ya. It’s food, y’all do like but presented in a sushi format. We have a hush puppy replacing the rice….

I think he may have played second base for Kansas City. Kidding. Simple down and dirty recipe for a party or game. Tots corned beef, sauerkraut Swiss cheese and thousand island dressing. Now you may want to add some scattered caraway seeds to mimic the marble rye bread. I hope you like it. 16 ounces…