A trip to Tupelo, MS allows me to share the progress on one project, the beginnings of a second project and a beautiful retail space. You’ve seen some construction shots of the ongoing addition/remodel project. However, this is how the kitchen has looked…up until now. This is the new kitchen with its espresso, enameled, rift…
Charleston Day II
Founded in 1670 as Charles Towne in honor of King Charles II of England, Charleston adopted its present name in 1783. It moved to its present location on Oyster Point in 1680 from a location on the west bank of the Ashley River known as Albemarle Point. Known for its rich history, well-preserved architecture, distinguished restaurants,…
Charleston Day I
I have to admit I got off the plane and went straight to eat. I had a list; okay? Charleston history while rich and dramatic pales in comparison to its culinary, art and architecture offerings. I started at Hominy Grill…highly touted for its Shrimp and Grits. Pardon my culinary confidence but I can do Shrimp…
The Hotty Toddy Grove
You have to understand…it is my opinion that if not for marching bands football would not exist. You see, American football began in 1869; the American version of Rugby first explored between Rutgers and Princeton. However, marching band originated with traveling musicians who performed together at festivals and celebrations throughout the ancient world. Those musicians didn’t…
Partee Part II
Welcome to the Mississippi River bluff where we were a part of last weekend’s harvest dinner. A dear friend/client/chosen family does a dinner every fall where the guests are asked to go to The Memphis Farmers Market and purchase items for a dish. Then we all bring our dishes together at her home for a…
Partee Part One
Last week was full of celebration. I had a birthday, we participated in a Harvest Dinner and we hosted a Sweet Sixteen dinner. I’ll share these with you in two parts because I don’t want you to overindulge as we did. The festivities began with my birthday. Since we had just done Supper Club on…
Projects and Provisions
Fall is here and while some projects are complete and being enjoyed others are still in production and one is soon to begin. I’m thrilled to report that the North Mississippi project is shaping up beautifully. There was a weak moment recently that proved three rules of renovation really does exist. We found that it…
Staycation…
Since May I’ve traveled to eight cities in seven states and from the Pacific Ocean to the Great Smoky Mountains. We thought about several travel options for the holiday weekend but ended up at our lovely loft in downtown Memphis…which we seldom see anymore. The farm in Byhalia is becoming more and more like home….
It’s not done…
’til it’s OVERDONE!!! I’ve been back to East Tennessee to do an event with my dear friend. The event was called “Festival of Tables” and it was the first time the organization had done an event of this type. Tables were assigned to a designer and a hostess and tickets were sold to come view…
…end of summer
While I certainly still the feel the heat and humidity of summer on the farm in Mississippi my summer activities ended this weekend in Indianapolis, IN. Again, many have asked where I’ve been and complained about the lack of communication. I understand why my cousin at Bake or Break made blogging into a career. I find…
The House Was Lovely 