As an amateur chef, I enjoy thumbing through old recipe books, especially ones from garden clubs and church circles from the 50’s and 60’s. My wife Nancy often referred to a her Southern Living Quick & Easy Recipe book in the early 70s, and those tried and true dishes were staple dishes for our young family. One of those recipes was for Mock Lasagna, a dish that my son Jimmie loved. We … [Read more...]
Down By The Riverside
Here is the strongest endorsement I can give for a place to “Eat Out.” A few weeks back, I endured my first (and hopefully last) colonoscopy. Every thing turned out fine, but because of the timing and required fasting before the scheduled procedure, I had not eaten anything in almost 48 hours. After I came to from the sedation, I was ravenous. Nancy asked me where I wanted to eat, and we could … [Read more...]
97.9, The Wren
Like many Americans, I spend about an hour in my car on an average day. And like most others, I always have the radio on. If UVA sports is on, I tune that in. If not, I channel surf for music. I had recently been clicking back and forth between a couple of light rock stations, noting that Kelly Clarkson’s Heartbeat Song was played once an hour, every hour. It’s a great song, but every hour? By … [Read more...]
An Awareness of Bullfrogs
By Elaine Callahan Elaine is a “Frog Lady”. She loves to have them in her ponds, to observe and appreciate. She shares this piece on Bullfrogs with CvilleBuzz readers. “Everything has an awareness.” We learned this from the indigenous people on a recent trip to Alaska, where their ancestors gave thanks to the spirit of the whale or moose they had just hunted, thanking the animal … [Read more...]
Bee-Ware!
By Sherman Shifflett During the 1940's-50's, wild honeybees were plentiful. They could be seen in pastures with clover, flower gardens, orchards, or anywhere there was available nectar. Creeks and water holes were other places the bees frequented. Dad was always able to find "honey trees", where the wild honeybees built their hives. I remember one occasion in Covesville when Dad … [Read more...]
Coming Attractions: Shuck for Ducks
Procrastinators, here’s your last chance. The Goochland Chapter has scheduled its annual "Shucks for Ducks" Pig & Oyster Roast for Saturday September 17. Tickets for the Saturday afternoon event are $60 and the festivities begin at 2 PM. The event will be held at Orapax Plantation on the banks of the James in Goochland. And it’s not too late to reserve a spot, buy a ticket and join in the … [Read more...]
Smallies on the New
Tangent Outfitters says the fishing is “silly good” on the New River. Smallmouth are hitting hard, including some big ones. One client landed a 22-incher. The smallies are going for jerks, top waters, Senkos and tubes. Muskie are not being cooperative due to the heat, but action will pick up after the weather cools down. The waters are low, clear and in the mid 70s. The Upper New is super low … [Read more...]
Eastern Shore Cobia
Chris Bait & Tackle at Kiptopeke says the cobia haven’t left the building. They’re still hanging near buoys and sight casters can enjoy late season catch and Release fishing for cobia to 60 pounds. Red drum are off Buoy 36A and will hit bunker late in the day. Spadefish are concentrated at the 4th Island along the CBBT as well as at the Planation Lights. Lots of specks are showing up in the … [Read more...]
Boomers Remember Jukeboxes
Anyone over the age of 50 knows first hand what a jukebox was. But ask a youngster today if he or she wants a nickel for the jukebox and you’ll get a blank stare. Yes, fellow Boomers, we are that old. Boomers and jukeboxes grew up together and some of us are here because of jukeboxes, which brought our moms and dads together. In restaurants, at dance halls, swimming pools, soda shops and … [Read more...]
Corn Maze Season
It’s officially Corn Maze season at Liberty Mills Farm in Somerset. With 25 acres, 4 trails to explore and nearly 9 miles of walking paths there is a maze for every age and skill level. The 2016 season starts this Saturday, September 10, and runs through Tuesday, November 8. Maze admission to Virginia's Largest Corn Maze is $12 on weekends, 4 and under are free. Flashlight Mazes, 6-10 p.m. … [Read more...]
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