Author: Pam Gillis

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…

With warmer weather on the way very soon, now is the time to jump ahead and get the ball rolling. Clearwater Pools & Spas has been named our “Business of the Month” for February and Corey “The Pool Man” is ready to assist you with all your pool needs. From liner replacement, maintenance, pool repairs, storm debris cleanout, new pool installation and much more, Clearwater Pools & Spas has an experienced team of pool builders and maintenance crews to bring the highest quality and value you can find in South Georgia.   Corey will work with you to help design…

Tio’s Table, one of the newest additions to the fabulous restaurants in Douglas, GA, has been named the “Restaurant of the Month” for February 2025. They are located in the shoppes behind TipTop’s on Peterson Avenue. Joey and Devis Burnam strive to bring to you a delicious meal in an outdoor atmosphere or to take home to enjoy at your dinner table.   From Jamaican Jerk Chicken, salads, nachos, sandwiches, birrias and much more, you will certainly enjoy their sweet and spicy menu! They are open from Tuesday – Friday, 11:00 – 5:00 and Saturday, 11:00 – 4:00. Order online…

Who would have thought our area would have experienced a hurricane disaster and a snow flurry/storm within four months’ time? The snow certainly was much more enjoyable than the hurricane has been. Unfortunately, though, I was out of town last week during the snow and missed out on all the excitement and fun to be had, especially with my grandkids! The South Georgia rednecks certainly showed out with all the rigged-up snow sleds and gadgets to pull behind a four-wheeler, golf cart or buggy. Our community has been uprooted in the past four months since Helene and I believe that…