Severe thunderstorms and baseball-sized hail were not enough to deter local food enthusiasts from coming out to Parlor Market on March 18 for the first installment of its “Summer Chef Series.” Every month from now until August, the staff of Parlor Market will share its kitchen for one night with a guest chef for a [...]
Last week, we popped into the Library Lounge at the Fairview Inn in Belhaven for an after-hours meeting. Another story should be devoted to the entire Library Lounge experience – and their cocktail list – but maybe this little introduction will get you started. After our meeting, we tossed back and forth where we should go [...]
When we get a truly fabulous California wine dinner in Jackson, you need to plan to be there – so mark your calendars for a wine dinner that is sure to please coming up at Char Restaurant, where they know their food and know their wine! On Tuesday, March 19, diners will be treated to [...]
Looking for a brunch to remember? Look no further than Fondren, and Nick’s Restaurant. A longtime lunch and dinner hotspot, Nick’s recently started offering brunch, Saturdays and Sundays. They were determined to pull out all the stops, and they certainly did. It’s quite impressive, from the decadent dishes to the amazing ambiance to the 101 [...]
New favorite alert: Anjou in Ridgeland now has not only a fabulous Happy Hour (Monday through Friday, from 4pm to 7pm, half off ALL cocktails, beer, and wine by the glass!), but they also have a brand new Early Bird Menu. The Early Bird Menu is also available Monday through Friday, but it’s one hour [...]
Writing about food has its privileges, and talking shop with some of the best chefs in the area falls squarely in that department. Of course, talking about a dish can only get you so far; one bite of a chef’s creation will tell you more about his/her craft than endless discussions of mouth feel, flavor [...]
Richard Shapley came by his knowledge of the restaurant business naturally. His uncle, Mark Shapley, opened Shapley’s Restaurant in Ridgeland. That restaurant was the inspiration for Ely’s, and in opening his own restaurant, Richard channeled his family’s heritage…
The French are well known for several things: food, wine, and art. A few weeks ago, I had the joy of indulging in two of these delicacies at Anjou’s Loire Valley & Burgundy Wine Dinner. With six courses of fabulous food from Chef Jack Adams and expert wine pairings from Sommelier Norm Rush, I knew this was going to be a fabulous night…
It’s Friday! To be more specific, it’s FOOD DAY FRIDAY! And that means a celebration of the weekend and a night out for all of you good folks out there. May we recommend BRAVO! Italian Restaurant & Bar for a perfect fall…
Ever since Table 100 made their splash on the Jackson metro dining scene over a year ago, they have led the way in “farm to table” fare with their Euro-American bistro menu. Pair their foodie magic with the casual atmosphere and immaculate Southern hospitality, and…
Mississippi’s weeklong celebration of Food Day kicks off today with an truly outstanding farm to table feature at CHAR Restaurant & Bar located in Jackson’s Highland Village shopping center. If you haven’t been to…
It’s finally Autumn! The temperatures are falling, and the leaves are turning rich colors. And last night, CHAR Restaurant & Bar offered us the opportunity to experience the season on our plate at their October Farmer’s Market.
James Roache’ opened his eclectic restaurant, Ro’ Chez, by the railroad tracks in Ridgeland nearly seven years ago, and he’s developed quite a loyal following. The restaurant is only open Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, with two seatings nightly…
