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12/31/2024

WHAT ARE YOUR GOOD LUCK FOODS THIS NEW YEAR’S EVE?

The notion of “lucky foods” is prevalent across many cultures. These foods are believed to bring good fortune, such as prosperity, health, happiness and abundance, into one's life.

Happy New Year from all of us at TableScape Magazine.
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12/29/2024

Merry Christmas I’m so thankful for all my loyal customers who have supported me the past few years! I’m taking preorders for New Years Eve, pickup Monday or Tuesday 11-3

12/27/2024

The York Times most popular recipes of 2024

You loved these recipes. Now see what made our Top 25.

12/21/2024

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to our loyal TableScape family. We will be spending some time with friends and family between Christmas and New Year and look forward to sharing new recipes, interviews and articles with you all in 2025.🥄

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12/21/2024

Although the original recipe is still a secret, you’ll find that bourbon balls are as unique as their star ingredient, with every Kentucky household having their own way of making them.

The idea for mixing bourbon and candy came from a comment by the Kentucky governor at a sesquicentennial celebration. The governor said that there was no better taste than a bite of chocolate followed by a sip of bourbon.

Ruth Hanly Booe invented bourbon balls in 1938 in Frankfort, Kentucky. Booe spent two years perfecting the recipe for the bourbon-filled chocolate balls. The original recipe used a creamy, soft candy center mixed with 100-proof bourbon, covered with dark chocolate, and topped with a pecan half.

We have tried bourbon balls all over the country, but nobody makes em like loyal TableScape subscriber Joey Cavanaugh in Louisville, KY.

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12/19/2024

Weekend reservations are filling up fast—secure your table now! 🔐 Don’t forget, our gift cards make the perfect holiday present for the foodie in your life. 💌

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12/19/2024

For some reason we are craving a shrimp Po’ Boy on Leidenheimer’s bread with gulf shrimp today, how about you?

Who makes the best Po’ Boy in your neck of the woods?

Tag your favorite and show em’ some love. 🥄

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12/19/2024

It's a week before Christmas, still need a gift? No need to panic! Consider giving a gift that will fill the plate and pantry of Baldwin County families who are hungry and fill their hearts with hope!
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12/18/2024

Sexiest thing you can do on a date

A perfect date is with a person who eats without fear, prejudice, or concerns about his or her appearance….

Stop worrying about how your breath's going to smell, whether there's beurre blanc on your face, or whether ordering the braised pork belly will make you look fat. Eating with abandon couldn't be more of a turn-on: it shows that you're comfortable with yourself.🥄

Anthony Bourdain
Foodie and TableScape spirit animal

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12/17/2024

Most people think that Fish and Chips originated in England, but the history is not quite clear. Some say the real history of Fish and Chips is traced back to 15th Century Portugal. Some food historians say that a Jewish cook, named Joseph Malin, opened the first chippy in 1860 in London. Regardless of its origins Fish n Chips is inexorably British. Traditionally wrapped in newspaper, think of it this way – deep fried food covered in traces of lead with some salt and vinegar. That is what “Britishness” is all about.

At the dish’s peak of popularity in the late 1920s, there were 35,000 fish and chips shops in the United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland). Today, there are still 10,500 “chippies” in the U.K. serving 360 million meals of fish and chips every year. That’s the equivalent of six servings of fish and chips to every British man, woman, and child.

Cod is generally considered to be the best fish for fish and chips, and is famously associated with the dish. This is because its mild flavour and tender texture compliment the crunchy batter and fluffy potatoes, and doesn’t clash with or overpower the traditional accompaniments such as salt, vinegar, mushy peas and curry or tartar sauce.
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12/16/2024

The 12 Days of Christmas
Though best known as a classic song dating to the 1700s, the Twelve Days of Christmas is an observance beginning on December 25 and leading up to January 6, the day before Epiphany. It’s a span of days between the birth of Jesus and the coming of the Magi.

Join us in crafting the TableScape 12 Dishes of Christmas. Visit us at TableScape starting December 25th and post your favorite holiday dish. If your entry makes our list of dishes you will be entered into a drawing for a Tablescape holiday gift.
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12/15/2024

Looking to explore the best food cities in the world? Get ready to experience the globe through unforgettable flavors, from the Pizza Margherita of Naples, to the soulful comfort food of New Orleans. These 20 cities are celebrated for their culinary scenes and belong on every foodie’s bucket list. Let your appetite guide you on the tastiest adventure yet as you eat your way through some of the world’s finest food destinations.

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12/14/2024

Bouillabaisse is a French stew made with a mixture of succulent seafood that is truly a seafood lover's dream! The stew simmers with floral saffron, savory leeks and fennel and a hint of citrus to bring all the fresh flavors together.

The rather unwieldy and difficult-to-spell term for the classic French dish “bouillabaisse” comes from two French words : bouillir (to boil) and abaisser (to reduce).
The term appeared in English writing as early as 1855.

Some restaurants have signed the ‘Bouillabaisse charter’ created in 1980 by restaurateurs to define the basic ingredients and presentation of this dish in order to ensure its quality. Once a simple peasant dish made by sailors with left over fish from the days catch, the dish has now become quite elegant in restaurants along the French Riviera.
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12/13/2024

The origins of chicken and waffles can be traced back to two distinct traditions: the Pennsylvania Dutch and the American South:

Pennsylvania Dutch
The earliest version of chicken and waffles originated in Pennsylvania Dutch country in the 1600s. The traditional Pennsylvania Dutch version features a plain waffle with pulled, stewed chicken and gravy on top.

American South
The version of chicken and waffles associated with the American South features fried chicken on top of the waffles. Served with fruit and maple syrup the offering at Lazy Oak Bistreaux in Ocean Springs, MS has a top notch version.

Harlem
The soul food version of chicken and waffles became popular after the opening of Wells Supper Club in Harlem, New York in 1938. The restaurant served fried chicken and waffles to the musicians who arrived late for dinner and too early for breakfast.

Los Angeles
In 1976, Harlem native Herb Hudson opened Roscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles in Los Angeles, bringing the fried chicken and waffle recipe to the West Coast. 🥄

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12/12/2024

Shrimp and grits is a Southern staple. It originated in the Lowcountry of the South Carolina coast, during the season when shrimp were plentiful. Other Southern regions have developed their versions of shrimp and grits- for example, you can find blackened shrimp and grits in New Orleans with a creole/cajun spin.

The dish likely began in the early 19th century as a seasonal breakfast for fishermen. It was originally called "shrimp and hominy" or "breakfast shrimp". We have tried this personal favorite all over and love the various twists each chef puts on this southern classic.

Some of our favorites: Tamara's Downtown, Delta Grocery Restaurant, Southwood Kitchen, Atchafalaya Seafood Co., Mary Mahoney's and Becky Guillory. Take our advice and try them all.🥄
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12/10/2024

Seasoning and spices are a way to bring cultures from around the world right to your very own kitchen. They are an essential part of bringing family and friends together and transforming a bland meal into a delicious one.

Spice blends, while often made with inferior ingredients can be an eye opener if you seek out the right ones. See our new favorite in the comments.🥄

What is your favorite spice blend?

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12/09/2024

Aloha, food enthusiasts! Are you ready to take a taste trip to Hawaii? It’s not just about pineapples and coconuts (though they’re great too); it’s a rich tapestry of flavors.

Next year Yelp predicts, based on search results during 2024, that Hawaiian flavors may be the hot food trend of 2025. For example, searches for Hawaiian barbecue and Hawaiian mac salad were up 88% and 523%, respectively, during the year.

Beyond poke, Hawaii is a breeding ground (literally) for some amazing and unique fish that are less well known to mainlanders. Thanks to progressive and reputable seafood purveyors, gaining access to these species is becoming easier than ever before.

What is your favorite Hawaiian dish?🥄

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