Happy 4th of July weekend to all of our Fishy Friends!! The shop will be closed Saturday, July 4 through Monday July 6th! We will open on Tuesday July 7th at 10am! Please have a safe, fun, happy holiday celebrating the United States of America!!
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June 11, 2015
June 11, 2015
July 6, Monday, 6:00 p.m. Cajun Feast Chris Howard, $48.00 Meet us on the Bayou. On the menu: Seafood gumbo, Shrimp jambalaya; and for dessert a traditional Louisiana favorite- Bananas foster
July 13, Monday, Noon Chef David and Betsy Johnson Healthy Meals Class David Pinckney, $25.00 David and Betsy will teach you how to make four meals out of 7 ...
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June 11, 2015
June 11, 2015
August August 3, Monday, 6:00 p.m. Summer Time Dining David Pinckney, $48.00 On the menu: Marinated Heirloom tomato salad, Burrata Cheese, fresh greens, crispy prosciutto with white balsamic vinaigrette; Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut, Purple Sticky Rice, Red Curry Sauce and Cucumber Salad; Peanut Butter Brownie with Peanut Butter Crème Anglaise August 10, Monday, 6:00 p.m. Gourmet Entertainment ...
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June 11, 2015
June 11, 2015
September September 10, Thursday, 6:00 p.m. Fall Apples Terri Geiser, $48.00 Oh my, apple pie! On the menu: Apple fruit salad on walnut crisps with citrus dressing; Apple cider brine pork loin with roasted potatoes and onions; Roasted broccoli and apples with savory butter and yes, Cheesy apple cobbler. I’ll also share a recipe for using the left over pork and provide information on how to select...
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June 11, 2015
June 11, 2015
October October 1, Thursday, 6:00 p.m. Gourmet Taste in Every Bite Janet Powell, $48.00 Wow your family and friends, "Keepers" of your own. The class begins with Roasted eggplant spread with pita bites, Brussels sprout salad with cheddar, hazelnuts, and apples, Smoked gouda grits, Fennel-braised pork roast, and Tiramisu toffee trifle pie for dessert.
October 12, Monday, 6:00 p.m. Elegant Dining Gary ...
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June 11, 2015
June 11, 2015
shop Terri Geiser and Bridget Brown, $25.00 See information below September September 10, Monday, 6:00 p.m. Fall Apples Terri Geiser, $48.00 Oh my, apple pie! On the menu: Apple fruit salad on walnut crisps with citrus dressing; Apple cider brine pork loin with roasted potatoes and onions; Roasted broccoli and apples with savory butter and yes, Cheesy apple cobbler. I’ll also ...
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May 22, 2015
May 22, 2015
Now through Monday you can save 20% off the original prices on these Heartstrings items. The store is closed on Monday but you can still shop online.
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May 22, 2015
May 22, 2015
June June 15, Monday, 6:00 p.m. South Africa Food and Wine Festival Terri Geiser, $48.00 In South Africa, many spices are used to create amazing flavor, built on a rich culinary heritage from the cuisines of many different nations. On the menu: Hors d’oeuvres variees, a beautiful and tasty arrangement of several favorites including smoked salmon, avocados and marinated mushrooms; Chicken and rice Breyani with 12 different spices, and cooked in a cast iron pot until tender ...
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May 20, 2015
May 20, 2015
Citing Bloomberg, HomeWorld reports that e-commerce sales are up. Excerpt:
Bloomberg: E-Commerce Sales Grow As Total Retail Sales Drop In Q1
Monday May 18th, 2015 - 3:40PM
While total retail sales declined 1.5% in the first quarter of 2015, sales on e-commerce websites increased 3.5% in the first three months of the year from the previous quarter, Bloomberg Business reported. According to seasonally-adjusted figures by the Commerce Department, e-commerce sales for the quarter reached $80 billion ...
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2 cans black eyed peas, rinsed and drained 1 tomato, diced 1 bell pepper, diced 1 jalapeno, finely chopped 2 T green onions, chopped 2 T fresh parsley, chopped 1/2 med red onion, chopped 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar, unseasoned 1/4 light oil (EV olive oil, canola oil, or pecan oil) 1 t MexiCajun Seasoning 1/4 t salt In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar , salt and seasoning.
In a large bowl, combine all other ingredients. Toss with oil/...
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May 5, 2015
May 5, 2015
PRESS RELEASE – OBAMA WHITE HOUSE CHINA SERVICE
On Monday, April 27th, the official White House china service of President Barack Obama was introduced to the public at a press conference held by The White House curator, Mr. Bill Allman. The Obama Presidential china service was proudly produced by Pickard China.
Several of the pieces within the Obama Presidential china service feature a stunning blue-green color on their decorative rim. The White House noted that First Lady Michelle Obama selected ...
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April 29, 2015
April 29, 2015
The New York Times covers the Obama's new state china created by Pickard
Inspiration From Hawaii in the Obamas’ White House China
By JULIE HIRSCHFELD DAVIS APRIL 27, 2015 WASHINGTON — Michelle Obama may be the first first lady whose nail polish matched her White House china service.
Mrs. Obama did not appear publicly on Monday when the White House previewed the new state china she has chosen, which will be used on Tuesday at a state dinner honoring Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan.
Easter Recipes Holiday Fried Pecans Are you looking for some great Easter recipes to add to your celebration of Easter? We have a few that will "wow" your family and guests this Easter.
1 green bell pepper (or 3 large banana peppers), sliced
2 T butter
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 T MexiCajun Seasoning
In a large skillet, melt 1 T butter. Sautée onions and peppers for about 5 minutes or until tender. Add remaining butter, shrimp and seasoning. Cook until shrimp turn completely pink.
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March 2, 2015
March 2, 2015
Quinoa Edamame Salad
2 c. chicken stock 1 ½ tsp. kosher salt, divided 1 c. quinoa, rinsed 14 oz. can white cannelloni beans ¼ c. olive oil ¾ c. edamame 1 c. crumbled feta cheese 2 tsp. lemon zest ½ tsp. coarse black pepper 1 c. watercress
In a medium saucepan, bring chicken stock and ½ teaspoon salt to a boil. Add quinoa and lower heat to a simmer; cover and cook for 15 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl to cool, about 15 minutes.
Drain and rinse white beans; add to quinoa. drizzle the mixture with ...
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February 16, 2015
February 16, 2015
Strawberry Turkey Salad
6 lbs. whole frozen turkey breast 3 tbsp. kosher salt 3 hearts of romaine 3 c. strawberries 2 c. walnuts 1 ½ c. dried cherries 1 lb. feta cheese, crumbled
In a large stock pot place the thawed turkey breast. Cover with water and add kosher salt. Bring to a boil and turn heat down to simmer. Slowly cook for 3 to 4 hours or until the turkey meat pulls easily off the bone. Drain and set aside. When cool to the touch, remove skin and pull off meat. Cut into large chunks. ...
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