Calendar reads January, it must be time to get inside and enjoy some of the sights, sounds (and smells) at the Low Country Home and Garden Show.

We will be there once again this year, hosting the Eat It and Like It Cooking Stage at the all new and expanded Savannah Convention Center on Hutchinson Island.

We’ll be there cooking up a storm and talking shop Friday thru Sunday January 23, 24 and 25. Several area talents will be joining me to cook up some of their classic dishes, I will be offering some of mine and we’ll even have an opportunity to talk about the food scenes in both Savannah and the Lowcountry.

It is always a good time to see and visit with some many of you who take the time to stop by and say hello.

You can find more information about the weekend’s show itself here. Admission as always is ABSOLUTELY FREE.

Meantime, our schedule (subject to some tweaks) for the Cooking Stage will be as follows. Grab a friend and come on down.

EAT IT AND LIKE IT COOKING STAGE

Friday, January 23rd. (Show is open 2pm-6pm)

3pm – Perfecting your Chicken Tortilla Soup with Jesse Blanco

Chicken doesn’t need to be boring.   Eat It Florida’s Jesse Blanco shows you some of his tips and tricks for making the perfect Chicken Tortilla Soup to get you through some chilly winter nights.

4:30pm – The Art of the Mocktail

Are you looking to entertain but want to offer some lower octane options for some of your guests? You don’t need a degree in Science to make a great mocktail, but you do need good ingredients and some guidance.  We’ll show you how.

Saturday, January 24th (Show is open 10a-6pm)

11am – Party of Hive -Locally Made Granola

Party of Hive is a Savannah owned small business that does nothing except make the best granola you’ve never had from scratch. Join us as owner Maggie Lilly shows us her system and shares some secrets. Guaranteed you’ll be taking some home as soon as you try it.

12:15. Talking Food with Jesse Blanco

Local food writer and TV show host Jesse Blanco spends some time talking about the growing food scene in Savannah and the Carolina Low Country.  He will share some of his experiences on the food scene and uncover some of the hidden gems on the culinary scene.  There will be a short program, followed by extensive Q&A

1:30pm- The Art of the Mocktail

Are you looking to entertain but want to offer some lower octane options for some of your guests? You don’t need a degree in Science to make a great mocktail, but you do need good ingredients and some guidance.  We’ll show you how.

3:30pm –  Tips for great Vegan food at home

Everyone talks about alternative diets, but they aren’t always healthier than a regular diet. Unless of course, you know what you are doing. Jesse is joined by a local chef to discuss how to spot the healthiest vegan eats on the market along with a cooking demo on how to do it well at home.

Sunday, January 24th (Show is open 11a-5pm)

12 Noon – Coffee Talk

What’s the best way to get coffee shop results at home? We are joined by a couple of coffee roasters to discuss how to find value at the coffee shop and tips on making a great cup at home.

2 pm – A Passage to Greece with Two Birds Greek Street Food

Join us for an engaging hour with Low Country Sensation Elena Hughley owner and chef at Two Birds Greek Street food. She shares some of her secrets, some of her samples and where you can find the best Lowcountry’s Best Greek Cuisine on the regular.

3:45 Talking Food with Jesse Blanco

Local food writer and TV show host Jesse Blanco spends some time talking about the growing food scene in Savannah and the Carolina Low Country.  He will share some of his experiences on the food scene and uncover some of the hidden gems on the culinary scene.  There will be a short program, followed by extensive Q&A

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