by Debbie Brunen | Feb 4, 2020 | Food for Thought
The word garage typically conjures up the notion “man cave.” If you hear the words “universal joint,” you might think they are referring to something mechanical. And in truth, the technical definition of a universal joint is “a mechanical device that allows one or... 
by Carla Francis | Feb 4, 2020 | Home & Garden, Starred
In Northeast Georgia the hobby of backyard beekeeping is buzzing through communities large and small, picking up newcomers along the way and ushering them into a well-established beekeeping hive. A dedicated swarm of beekeepers is at the helm, tending their own hives... 
by M.C. Tufts | Feb 4, 2020 | Home & Garden
It’s a testament to the fine design and good vibes of a plant nursery when it appears lovely even on a dreary, cold afternoon in soggy midwinter. My visit to Goodness Grows nursery in Lexington found neatly laid gravel paths glistening with rainwater and a color... 
by M.C. Tufts | Feb 4, 2020 | Home & Garden
“Feed your landscape, not the landfill” was the cry of the organic farming movement in the 1980s when we realized people had forgotten how important rich, complex soils are to the garden and farm. We had streamlined our aesthetics and “cleaned” our practices to the... 
by Pamela Keene | Feb 2, 2020 | Day Trips, Starred
The Train’s the Thing: A Twofer in Northeast Georgia The wailing whistle of the train signals it’s almost time to start the one-hour journey from Blue Ridge to McCaysville. The conductor hollers “All aboard!” and eager passengers respond enthusiastically. The Blue... 
by Lissa Poirot | Feb 2, 2020 | Day Trips
Celebrate the Charm and Whimsy of Helen During its 50th Anniversary In 1969, travelers passing through the North Georgia Mountains could stop in the small town of Helen, Georgia. This drive-through town was just that: A town to drive through. Originally incorporated... 
by Sydnah Kingrea | Feb 2, 2020 | Food for Thought
Cold winter days feel warmer with a cup of hot tea and a delicious freshly baked good. Scones, tea biscuits and tea cakes all pair marvelously with a warm beverage, and they are all exceptionally versatile. They can be enjoyed as a breakfast or brunch food, with... 
by April James | Feb 2, 2020 | Food for Thought
Bob and Trish Toews have been serving delicious home-cooked meals, freshly baked breads and scrumptious desserts at their 211 Main Street Restaurant & Bakery, located in historic downtown Lavonia, since 2006. Popular with the locals, the restaurant is also a... 
by Bre Humphries | Feb 2, 2020 | Food for Thought
Some might say if it’s not broken, don’t fix it. Others recognize there’s always room for improvement. Chef Marc Wegman of Adele’s belongs to the latter frame of mind — especially when the improvement involves the relocation of his already successful restaurant... 
by Brian Cooke | Feb 2, 2020 | Vines & Hops, Starred
Strung out in the wide valleys and gently sloping mountains of north Georgia are hundreds of acres of grapes. Not just plump muscadines, but also the popular wine-making varieties that we so often associate with France, Italy, and California. Winemaking is so... 
by Sydnah Kingrea | Feb 2, 2020 | Day Trips
North Georgia is home to an abundance of beautiful mountain lakes. Lake Rabun, Lake Burton, Lake Chatuge, Lake Hartwell, and Lake Lanier are only a few on the lengthy list. These lakes offer visitors pristine waters, deep swimming holes, outstanding fishing and... 
by Carla Francis | Feb 2, 2020 | Destinations, Starred
Winter’s silver lining in North Georgia is that it gives everyone plenty of time to plan for the spring: farmers plan the year’s bounty, artists perfect their wares, and nature prepares to lure us out of hibernation with its annual explosion of greenery. By the time...
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