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Cherry Glazed Wings

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I tried a new sauce recipe for our 4th of July BBQ and I must say it was very tasty. I made a simple cherry sauce for my husband add to the wings on the grill. Here’s the recipe:

Marinate the wings in the seasonings or marinade of your choice. Refrigerate until ready for grilling.

Prep grill. When ready, lay wings evenly and cover.

In a medium sauce pan, Add:

About 20-25 Whole Cherries (Pull all stems)

1/2 Cup Sugar

1/2 Cup Pomegranate Juice (*Orange Juice will work as well)

1 teaspoon Cornstarch

Let the ingredients come to boil on medium low heat. Once boiling, stir and turn down to low heat for 8-10 mins. Strain sauce into a heat safe bowl while gently pressing remaining compote with the back of a spoon (whole cherries should be separated or separating from the seeds at this point). When all juice is extracted, discard compote from the strainer. Using a basting brush, brush the wings with the sauce and continue grilling. (This should be done toward the end to avoid any food burning)

Allow glaze to cook on wings for at least 8-10 mins.

Lastly, brush on your BBQ sauce of choice and serve. (We used Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey BBQ Sauce)

Enjoy!

15 – Minute Blueberry Sauce

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Here’s a recipe for a quick and easy blueberry sauce. This sauce would be a great topping for breakfast, brunch, and desserts. Today the sauce was used as a topping to French Toast.

Recipe

1 Cup of Blueberries

1/2 cup of sugar

1/2 cup of orange juice

1/2 Tsp of corn starch (adds thickness)

1/8 Tsp of cinnamon

Combine all ingredients in a sauce pan on med-low heat. Let sauce simmer to boil for 5 mins. Stir and turn to low for the remaining 5 – 7 mins. Sauce should be thick and coat spoon. Turn off and set aside to cool. Use topping on your desired dish.

Brunch in Louisville

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Brunch in Louisville, KY is a must when visiting. We decided to try the restaurant Zeggz and the food was pleasing and delicious. I was enamored over the Crème Brûlée French Toast. The mimosas were spectacular with the use of one of my favorite Champagne brands Wyclef. If you are in the Louisville, KY area, give Zeggz a try.

~XOXO

Crème Brûlée French Toast $7.49

Chicken and Waffles $9.49

Zeggz

2400 Lime Kiln Lane, Suite B
Louisville, KY 40222
Phone: 502-742-6292
Everyday: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm (Staying open an additional hour)

Bacon Avocado Toast

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Toast to this trendy twist on breakfast for slices of bread. Avocado Toast is a delicious and healthy alternative to using butter. And the toppings that you can use are endless. I wanted a savory taste so I decided on Bacon as my topping. This would be an awesome menu item for Brunch as well. Read the recipe below and give it a try.

~XOXO

Ingredients

2 Slices of Bread (My bread of choice was Sara Lee Artesano)

1 Slice of Thick Cut Bacon (pan fried)

1 Avocado

1 Garlic Clove ( chopped)

1 tbsp. Sautéed Holy Trinity Seasoning*

Pan fry the bacon and cut into crumbles. Set aside.

After opening the Avocado, gently scoop the middle with a spoon into a bowl. Add chopped garlic.

*Extra Steps (my preference)

I sautéed a tablespoon of Holy Trinity Seasoning (onion, celery, and green bell pepper). Added a dash of salt and paprika to taste. ( Lemon Pepper Seasoning would go good as well). I also added a drizzle of avocado oil.

Toast Bread. Set Aside.

Smash the avocado mixture with a fork. Spread over toasted bread. Sprinkle some lemon pepper seasoning over toast.

Add crumbled bacon.

The Albert Burger

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I set out on a gorgeous Saturday to have Brunch With my husband and siblings. I discovered a quaint neighborhood bar located in Inman Park called The Albert. Let me assure you that the food is so delicious and we ate every bite of it. My favorite menu item is The Albert Burger. It’s no surprise that I’m a huge pimento cheese advocate and this Burger gave me pimento cheese life!! Topped with bacon and pickled red onion. Now I know why The Albert is the favorite neighborhood bar in Inman Park. Give The Albert a try on your next visit to Atlanta.

~XOXO

The Albert Burger, $11

The Western, $11

Fried Chicken Sandwich, $10

Pulled Pork Hash, $12 (Brunch Menu Item)

The Albert

918 Austin Ave

Atlanta, GA 30307

The Southern Gentlemen

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Hey Loves! I just had to share with you about my lovely experience at The Southern Gentlemen restaurant. Located in the Buckhead neighborhood, this restaurant is setting a trend for a cool and relaxed Brunch experience. With such nice decor and great food selections, the Southern Gentlemen is sure to be acknowledged as one of Atlanta’s top restaurants to patron. Don’t forget the Mimosas!!

~XOXO

The Southern Gentlemen Breakfast

Chicken Biscuit & Gravy

The Southern Gentlemen

3035 PEACHTREE RD NE

SUITE A208

ATLANTA, GEORGIA

Pinewood Atlanta Studios

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Did you know there is a movie studio located outside of Atlanta? More importantly, did you know they served brunch on Saturdays?? That’s right, Pinewood Atlanta Studios located in Fayetteville, Ga serves a mimosa Brunch on Saturdays. This brunch is a buffet style including good southern comfort foods such biscuits and gravy, grits, and Mac and cheese. Check out Pinewood Movie Studios for their Saturday Mimosa Brunch. You won’t be disappointed!

~XOXO

Pinewood Atlanta Studios

Saturday Mimosa Brunch

461 Sandy Creek Rd #2121

Fayetteville, GA 30214

The Garden Bird

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I just have a question? Who’s mother, aunt, or grandmother is in the kitchen cooking up collard greens and frying chicken?? That’s exactly what comes to mind after eating at Maple Street Biscuit Company. My brunch selection was the Garden Bird. This biscuit came equipped with a southern fried chicken breast and topped with collard greens, fried egg, and a dash of hot sauce. The concept is so southern and takes you back to the days when everyone sat around the kitchen table and enjoyed great food and conversation. If you are in the Atlanta area, give Maple Street Biscuit Company a try.

-XOXO

The Garden Bird

Maple Street Biscuit Company

Parsons Alley

3550 West Lawrenceville Street, Unit 210
Duluth, Georgia 30096

Monday – Thursday
7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Friday – Saturday
7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Closed Sundays

Elle Varner: Music Trending Now!!!

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Since Elle Varner has stepped onto the scene…..she has been blowin’up the music charts!!  Her single “Refill” is the most played song on radio today.  Her soulful sound and beautiful demeanor is what music is all about!!  Keep doin’ ya thing Elle :0)

Refill: http://youtu.be/mJIbNepRCS8

Image Photo Source: http://m2highlights.wordpress.com/2012/03/28/music-video-elle-varner-refill/

Cover Image Source: http://hiphop-n-more.com/2012/05/elle-varner-refill-remix-feat-wale-t-pain-refill-remix-feat-kirko-bangz-t-pain/