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The McDonald family has built a 50-year legacy of serving food to hungry patrons at the corner of Willard and Robertson streets through their entrepreneurial spirit and endless dedication to improvement.Common Market Restaurant Group's latest achievement is the completion of Ballast Kitchen & Bar.The space, formerly the Charterhouse, was brought back to life this spring after the final phase of a two-year renovation plan was completed.Owner Greg McDonald, of Milton, said Ballast's space is bright and airy with room to seat about 70 people.”Right now we're fully open. We're open for lunch, brunch and dinner,” McDonald said, sitting inside the…
Marni Jameson Two years ago, when their daughter and son-in-law bought their first home together, the young couple had three dreams: a new kitchen, a nicer bathroom and a baby.Last month they got all three.Aside from an outdated kitchen and a dated main bathroom, the 15-year-old Craftsman-style home had everything Paige and Adam wanted for their future family: a great location, good schools, enough bedrooms. They decided they could either accept the home's flaws, renovate, and eventually move if their plans didn't work out.The worst part of the house was the shower. Having learned patience from her mother, Paige wanted…
She may stand before cast and crew as a co-host of “America’s Test Kitchen” now, but Bridget Lancaster wasn’t always standing in the spotlight. Her career with the long-lived brand began with a smaller though still-significant role and evolved over decades of dedication and hard work. All the while, she held a steady hand over the pot and stirred in reassurance as she helped reveal the secrets of preparing pitch-perfect dishes on PBS stations around the U.S. When the head spot was vacated by Christopher Kimball, the man who helped to create “America’s Test Kitchen,” Lancaster was promoted and brought…
The photos are part of the Clark Museum's new kitchen-themed exhibit. The red dress on the left dates from 1890 to 1900. The blouse and skirt combination on the right dates from 1900 to 1910. Also pictured are Victorian-era kitchen utensils. (Heather Shelton/Times-Standard) The newest exhibit in the Clark Historical Museum's Emerson Room offers a glimpse into what a home kitchen was like in the Victorian era. “Arsenic and Old Ladies: Victorian Cookbooks” complements the “History of Food and Drink in Humboldt County” exhibit currently on display in the museum's main hall. “The title of the exhibit was inspired by…
The newest exhibit in the Clark Historical Museum's Emerson Room offers a glimpse into what a home kitchen was like in the Victorian era.”Arsenic and Old Ladies: Victorian Cookbooks” complements the “History of Food and Drink in Humboldt County” exhibit currently on display in the museum's main hall.”The title of the exhibit was inspired by the play and film 'Old Lace and the Arsenic,'” said Alexandra Cox, curator at the Clark Museum, 240 East Street in Old Town Eureka.The exhibit in the Clark Museum's Victorian Room also features some period advertisements for kitchen appliances, such as this one from the…
The kitchen is arguably the most special room in the house for Southerners. It's where people gather, where creativity and connection happen, and of course, where grandmother's casserole recipes are handed down through generations. Everyone needs breakfast, lunch, dinner, and of course dessert. And who doesn't need a strong cocktail at the end of a long day? Preparing meals and entertaining friends and loved ones may be a timeless activity, but there are countless modern updates, gadgets, cookware, and more that can improve the process and make it easier. As professional shoppers, we're always on the lookout for the latest…
The Reno County Volunteer Center is the central clearinghouse for volunteering in Reno County. Local nonprofits and government agencies have requested assistance with the following: To get involved with these or other volunteer opportunities listed in the Volunteer Center, call 665-4960 or email volunteercenter@hutchcc.edu.Soup Kitchen is looking for volunteers to come to the soup kitchen and bring clothing donations from the outdoor donation box to the soup kitchen's clothing bank. Volunteers can do this once a day, to the best of their ability. If you can only do it a few times a week, other volunteers can cover other days…
Country Living editors select each product featured, and if you buy through our links we may earn a commission. Why should you trust us?Brian Woodcock1A small galley kitchen with a vintage feelMatt AlbianiTo make their tiny galley kitchen at the Sea Roost rental resort look larger, homeowners Ron Brand and Matt Albiani (Mate Gallery) kept the walls and cabinets simple white but added color and pattern with a well-worn vintage Dally rug that spans nearly the entire width of the floor space. They also searched far and wide for unique pieces once from or inspired by nature, like this taxidermy…
We're all used to filling our homes with antiques and second-hand furniture, and we're well aware of the costs and environmental benefits of doing so. But second-hand kitchens are a different story. We all want a brand new kitchen with a pristine stove and shiny cabinets, right? Of course. But second-hand kitchens are becoming more and more popular, and they might not be what you'd expect. There are a growing number of retailers specialising in selling second-hand kitchens, says Daniel Abrahams, founder of Used Kitchen Hub. Country life We'll discuss the myriad benefits of buying second-hand and four things to…
Organizers of Winter Wondergrass head south of the border for their third annual event Baja Wonder Glasses The event will take place from April 24th to 26th, 2025 in El Sargento, Baja California Sur, Mexico. The family-friendly musical holiday will feature beachside performances from Winter Wondergrass veterans. Kitchen dweller, Lindsay Lu, Pixie and the Partyglass BoysSpecial guests will also be announced at a later date. Baja Wonderglasses 2024 Summary The celebrations are scheduled to begin with a welcome reception on April 23rd. PolvoraThe festival also offers access to a variety of explorations, from fishing and diving in the Sea of…