Author: Pam Gillis

Elite Landscape Solutions is our “Business of the Month” for May.  If you’re in need of any yard equipment, Elite is the place to find it all.   From mowers to weed eaters and chainsaws to blowers, they have just what you need.  They also stock pavers, mulch, bulk rock and pine straw to spruce up your landscaping areas.  Stihl, Mahindra, Gravely and Grasshopper are some of the name brands they offer and financing is available for those that qualify.   Elite Landscape is located at 606 S. Gaskin Avenue here in Douglas.  You can also visit their website at elitelandscapedouglas.com…

Danny’s Pizza is our “Restaurant of the Month” for April.  Since 1973, Danny and Carol Maley have served thousands of customers with some of the best food around. When you walk in the door to their restaurant, it just feels like home. From pizza and sandwiches, to chicken wings and salads, you can rest assured you will not leave their place hungry.Due to the growth in Douglas, they felt the need to expand to be able to accommodate their customers. They completely destroyed the old building and built a new one just like it, except larger. Growing up as a…

I am pleased to announce our “Business of the Month” for April is Nellie’s Interiors. For over 35 years, Nellie’s Interiors has been providing Douglas and our surrounding counties with everything interior you may need for your home or business. Stacey and Nellie Adams opened their operations over 35 years ago and strive to provide excellent products for your home.   From flooring, tile, window treatments and paint, Nellie’s is your One-Stop Shop! They also provide installation for all your needs. Jamie Vaughn is currently the owner, and he, along with his friendly staff, are ready and willing to assist…

Cheese Stars, Straws or Crackers, however you call them, have been a staple at every wedding, baby shower, bridal shower or any other event in the South for as long as I remember! I have recently served these at a couple events and got glowing reviews and requests for the recipe. There was a restaurant in Nashville, GA named “Mimi’s” and it came out of the cookbook Mimi sold. Apparently she was a great cook! Note to remember, if you don’t like “spicy.” you may want to cut back on the cayenne pepper. Hope you enjoy!  Cheese Crackers (Straws or…

Do you ever go through a period of preparing a dessert or an entrée and everything just seems to not work out or even be edible? That has been my dilemma lately! I tried a strawberry cake and then a fruit pizza. My pizza recipe had a crescent roll for the crust and it was horrible. My family were brutally honest and I took it in stride because I felt the same way. The strawberry cake was cooked too long and the icing was too thin. But I did not give up! Today I prepared the Fruit Pizza again and…

Holt’s Bakery and Restaurant has been named our Business of the Month for March. Mr. Cecil Holt began making donuts when he was 12 years old and didn’t stop until his children took over the business. When you walk in the door you can smell the sweet aroma of the delights inside. Everyone has their favorite treats and mine is definitely a cream puff, lemon stick and oatmeal pie. Birthday and wedding cakes are a specialty and they can create anything you can imagine. They also have a restaurant where they serve breakfast and lunch Tuesday through Friday. If you…

If you’re looking for the perfect gift for your special person, the Madison Grey House in Douglas is the place to visit. They have bridal registries that offer the convenience of making a purchase online or by phone and the gift is wrapped and ready for pickup. From jewelry and china to home décor and clothing, Madison Grey has one of the largest selections in South Georgia. You can visit the beautiful historic location at 801 N. Madison Avenue or shop online at shopmadisongreyhouse.com. You can also contact them at912-383-8803.   https://youtu.be/SxV1xeC9VHg

Sometimes simple is just the best and sometimes complex can be more satisfying. What a profound statement from a woman of a fly-by-the-seat-of-her-pants style. Being ADD (attention deficit disorder) can be frustrating, to say the least. I run from one thing to the other and oftentimes not completing all I had planned to accomplish in a day. From ironing, cleaning house, working two jobs, washing, and catching up on bookwork is so demanding in my daily life. I dearly love spending time with the Grands, our family and cooking for them. Wow, how my time just evades me!   Of…

I promise this is my last soup recipe! When the cool weather returned for a day or two, I took advantage of the coolness and made another pot. I experimented with a couple recipes I found and came up with my own version. I bought some sourdough bread and “sopped” up the liquid! Out of this world good!  Hope you enjoy! Pam Tuscan Sausage & Bean Soup 1 pound sausage, cut into rounds (Italian or any of your choice) 1 large onion, diced 3 ribs celery, diced 2 large carrots, sliced into rounds 2-3 tablespoons of tomato paste 1 teaspoon…

It is customary in the South to shower brides when they are engaged to be married. We can “put on the dog” when it comes to celebrating an upcoming wedding in a setting with plenty of finger foods, punch and the such. Years ago you were given a corsage to wear, play silly games and pass all the gifts around for everyone attending to “ooh and aah” over. One particular shower that I had was at the home of Ms. Minnie Vickers. I only knew Ms. Minnie for a short period of time but she was truly a Southern Belle…