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Shasta Daisy
This is one of the easiest plants you will ever have the pleasure of planting. Her real name is Leucanthemum x Superbum, “Shasta Leu” is my way of remembering her name, after all, we’re in the South where double names are common place. To remember her proper name, try the phrase ‘Leu, can the mum come out to play? The …
Tee Time in Scotland
Scotland We arrived in Edinburgh and were picked up and driven to St. Andrews by Toms associate Stewart Smith, PGA. He was the Professional at Prestwick, one of the British Open courses, and knows everyone and everything about golf in Scotland. In Scotland, Tom put together a great mix of courses that made both of us very happy. We played …
Cool Creatures of the Night
It’s 7:00 P.M., T minus two hours and counting until sunset. That’s when the bats rouse from their leafy beds and crevices and the nighttime feasting on insects begins. North Carolina Wildlife Diversity Biologist Katherine Caldwell and her team, wildlife technicians Joey Weber and Charles Lawson, have already set up poles and netting at four stations spread over 100 yards of …
A Golfer Goes Gourmet
Despite rumors to the contrary, Brian Stiehler is not plotting world domination. He is, however, a very motivated community member who wants the best for his town. He is currently a member of the Board of Commissioners for Highlands and is a past graduate of Leadership Highlands. Stiehler has been active in the Highlands Chamber of Commerce, the Literacy Council of …
Now That’s Chemintz’n It
While looking into the eyes of Wolfgang Green and hearing his life story, I was deeply touched as I gained a new adoration for this man as a chef and a survivor of a time of unrest – a situation that most of us can never relate to. Growing up in East Germany in a town called Chemintz in 1961 …
Healthy Chocolate Ice Cream
Creamy and magically smooth, chocolate ice cream can be healthy, too. This gluten-free and vegan ice cream tastes simply divine, as if it is full of cream and sugar, which are the typical ice cream ingredients. This healthy ice cream does not require an ice cream maker and is as filling and full of chocolate goodness as the “real thing.” …
Highlands Food & Wine
It’s hard to imagine that it’s already time to start making your fall and winter plans, but there are certain events that you need to get on your calendar early so that you’re sure not to miss the fun. Highlands Food and Wine Festival (formerly Highlands Culinary Weekend) is one such event, so get the red marker out now and …
What’s the Hurry?
December 2015: I order a domestic red wine in a nearby city. I was presented with a bottle of 2014. I was surprised to see a high end producer release a fine wine so early. I accepted the wine. Was it enjoyable? Yes. Was it ready to drink? Not even close. I understand that there are factors like low crop …
PIzza and Beer, Elevated
OK, when you’re supposed to review a place call Sapphire Mountain Brewing Company, you’re probably going to focus on The Brews, right? And I will, I promise. But I wanted to start with the pizza, the glorious, glorious pizza. I’ve mentioned before that I’m a sucker for pizza. Not any pie, mind you, but the variety that’s made with care, …
Don’t Dress for Dinner
Rehearsals are under way as the cast of Highlands-Cashiers Players’ “Don’t Dress for Dinner” prepare for opening night on August 25. This play, written by Marc Camoletti and adapted by Robin Hawson, is a rollicking French farce which was declared “Hilarious” by Entertainment Weekly. Its popularity was proven by its two-year run in Paris and a six-year stint in Britain …
The Curtain Closes
The Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival brings the curtain down on its 35th season with a pair of spectacular performances by the Chamber Festival Orchestra and a final gala celebration, followed by dinner at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club. The revelry begins on at 6:00 P.M. Friday, August 5, at Highlands Performing Arts Center. The program, “3 5s,” will feature Samuel Barber’s “Summer …
