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CARRIAGE HOUSE NEWS & TALES FROM THE ROAD

Cookin' Up Something Good

7/2/2021

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When I think about the word Hospitality, food inevitably is part of what comes to mind.  I've always found this a tad bit unfortunate because while I love people and making them feel welcome, I'm by no means a chef. My friends and family will tell you that cooking not my strong suit and they would be right.  BUT, I do enjoy creating meals or treats when I have a sure-fire recipe.  I thought I'd share with you three of my all-time favorite cookbooks in case you too enjoy being in the kitchen as long as someone else has already figured out how to make a tasty meal and all you have to do is follow the instructions.
                        ~ Bon Apetité 

Quick note: this blog post does contain Amazon.com affiliate links which means if you click on a link and purchase that item, I will receive a small commission (but it won't change the price for you at all.)  I'm only sharing items with you that I personally own and wholeheartedly believe in - and think you will love as much as I do!

A Place At The Table: Fresh Recipes For Meaningful Gatherings ~ Kelly Minter
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Kelly Minter has been a lot of things to me over the years: my boss, my dear friend, a mentor and now she's an honorary "Auntie" to my daughter.  She's an author, speaker, musician, Bible Scholar - one of those renaissance women that is amazing at everything she puts her mind to, and she's also a phenomenal cook.  She's fielded many a "how do you make...?" and "what ingredient do I need for....?" phone call from me over the years and so I'm not sure which one of was was more delighted when she finally released a cookbook that I can reference whenever I want to!

​My Favorite Recipe:
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Kale, Sausage and Cannellini Bean Soup​
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Love, Welcome, Serve: Recipes that Gather & Give ~ Amy Hannon

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Spring of 2021 I had an AirBnB booking come through from a gal who was excited to bring her daughter with her to stay at The Carriage House.  We don't always get to meet our guests, but Amy Hannon texted me when they arrived that she'd love to meet me and deliver the gift-bag she'd brought with her from Euna Mae's, the kitchen store she owns in Arkansas, including her cookbook!  Fast-forward a few months and she's now a real-life friend and we even got to share the stage at an event last month: I was played violin and she gave a talk on hospitality.

​My Favorite Recipe:  "Hello Dolly" Brownies

Balanced: 120+ Recipes For The Healthy Home Cook ~ Laura Lea

I was first introduced to this cookbook by my friend Keely Scott who is both the queen of hospitality in general and also a bit of a foodie. [She and her husband Gabe own LadyBird Taco here in 12 South and you must drop whatever you are doing and go there!]. Her family had had my family over for dinner one night and absolutely everything she made was delicious and healthy...and straight out of the Balanced cookbook.  I ordered my own copy off Amazon on my phone whilst still seated at her dinner table and have used it ever since.  Laura Lea is originally a hometown Nashville gal so that makes it all the more wonderful.

​My Favorite Recipe:
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Blueberry Coconut Morning Porridge
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12SCH On The Road: Brunch & Airplanes in Columbus, IN

6/27/2021

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One of my favorite parts about traveling is stumbling across unexpected fun things and seeing what is down the side roads.  We headed about 3.5 hours up the road this past weekend to a friend’s wedding in Columbus, IN - a town I had never visited and knew nothing about.  Saturday morning we woke up and did a Google search for “Best Brunch near Columbus, IN” (as one does in a new town). Several options popped up and the first on the list that seemed to meet our location & non-chain criteria was called Blackerby’s Hangar 5.  We thought we were heading to a downtown storefront with an industrial vibe and aviation-themed decor.  However, as we drove through cornfields and over cute bridges it became obvious that our predictions were wayyyyyy off, but what was waiting for us was much more fun than what we had pictured.

​The GPS took us straight to the parking lot of the Columbus, IN Municipal Airport - a tiny building that seemed to cater only to private planes and possibly small charter flights or regional airlines.  A polite teenager clad in a “Flying Fords” tee-shirt flagged us down as we pulled in - they were having a free airshow that weekend; we could park in the field, the restaurant was straight ahead in the main building.  Blackerby’s itself is actually inside the airport itself - through the front door and to the left.  It has a fantastic retro-diner vibe and while the airshow had obviously brought a  few extra customers with it, we were immediately seated at an empty booth with a great view of the runway and all the airplanes on display.  The “Flying Ford” it turns out was the headliner of the weekend - an 1928 Ford Tri-Motor plane nicknamed the “Tin Goose.”  200 of these planes were originally built and only 5 are still in flying condition.  Festival attendees could take a 20 minute ride on the antique aircraft for $77 per person and although we didn’t have time to take flight, we loved watching it take off and land while we ate.
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Bartleby’s food did not disappoint either.  My husband ordered a classic breakfast of eggs, bacon, hash browns and toast and I had a sausage and bacon omelette that was absolutely out of this world.  Our waitress was quick and kind…all around a great dining experience.  They were celebrating their 40th year in business and with food that delicious, it’s no surprise that they’ve been around that long.
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The rest of our weekend took us to Brown County State Park, home of the oldest covered bridge in the state of Indiana, which was beautiful and well equipped with hiking options, a swimming pool and camping/cabin/lodge accommodations to meet anyone’s needs.  We also dined at Upland Brewery and attended an event at Factory 12 Event Loft - both fantastic spaces in downtown Columbus.  We also passed a million adorable antique shops and coffee spots on the drive from Columbus to the state park (which was located in Nashville, IN) that we didn’t have time to check out but wish we had.  If you find yourself in Southern Indiana, we’d definitely recommend checking out some of the places we had the opportunity to visit.  You never know where the road may take you!
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A Quick Stop at Highway 65/Exit 361

4/6/2019

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This weekend we took a quick trip to see my parents that live on the Tennessee/Alabama line.  For lunch we decided to head a few miles down the road to Elkmont, AL and I thought I'd share a couple of great photos from three worth-the-stop local spots.

​Our first stop was for lunch at The Red Caboose Cafe and everything was delicious Southern cooking.  Our waitress was very kind and helpful (dining with a 15-month-old is always an adventure, right?) and the sweet tea was just as it should be.  The cafe itself was adorable, and kiddos will love being able to see an actual red caboose just across the street.  You can check them out on their Facebook Page where they post daily specials and menus.  
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Next we headed across the street to Fromagerie Belle Chevre, a goat-milk creamery.  We stopped in their tasting room and picked up some fantastic goat-milk hand cream and were amazed at all the ice-cream & cheese products available to taste and purchase.  While we didn't have time to do the tour (which includes getting to meet and pet some of their herd of goats), it's definitely on our list to go back and do that soon. (see more info in the yellow box below)
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Last but not least, right next door was Paper Trail Antiques. Peggy and her husband who run the shop (open on Fridays and Saturdays only) were truly delightful and I was so excited to find an adorable wooden kid-sized chair to refinish for my little girl's playroom. I also bought a sweet children's book and was glad to learn that they donate 100% of the proceeds from the sale of children's books to a local program that provides weekend meals for local children who qualify for the public school's free lunch program.

At an hour and 20 minutes from The Carriage House, it’s a little far for a day trip for guests. However, if you’re a Nashville local, or if you're traveling on Highway 65 either North on your way to Nashville or South on your way home, we definitely recommend that instead of stopping off at a fast-food joint, take the Elkmont Exit 361 and get yourself a good country meal followed by some goat-cheese ice cream across the street. And if it's the weekend, pop in Paper Trail and tell Peggy that I sent you.
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Hwy 65 Exit 361 - Elkmont, AL
The Red Caboose Cafe

​25483 Railroad St
Elkmont, Alabama 35620
(256) 732-7000

Mon-Fri: 10am-9pm
Sat: 8am-9pm
Sun: closed
Fromagerie Belle Chevre

18849 Upper Fort Hampton Rd
Elkmont, Alabama 35620
256-732-3577

Cheese Shop Hours:
Tues-Fri: ​10am – 3pm
Sat: 10am – 5pm
Sun-Mon: Closed

Creamery Hours & Tours*: 
Fri:  9 am – 3 pm
(tours 10 am, 1 pm)
Sat: 11 am – 5 pm
​(tours 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm)
Sun-Thurs: Closed

*reservations required for tours $14 per person - kids 4 and under are free!
Paper Trail Antiques

18849 Upper Fort Hampton Road, Elkmont, AL
(256) 777-4458

Fri-Sat: 11am-3pm
Sun-Thurs: closed

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