Why Food? My Story.
This blog is meant to bring people together to share a meal, create memories and unwind. Off we go... I was born and raised in Georgia and spent my childhood visiting my grandparents in North Carolina and Florida. In both settings food was our religion in the household. Mama Verla's specialties included: homemade chicken n' dumplings,country ham biscuits,fried fish,slaw, and creamed corn. Summers in North Carolina were spent on the back porch with with friends and family shucking corn, stringing beans and giggling. I occasionally spent time in Florida watching my grandmother make lavish candies,homemade brisket and mouthwatering knishes. Both ladies were stars in the kitchen and had unforgettable personalities. They will always be with me in spirit. I wish I could say I acquired their knack for cooking, but that went to my sister. I try my best to recreate their recipes for my family without total disaster and each time I do I remember those wonderful days of childhood