Story and photos by McKenzie Caldwell Heather Walker thought she was out of the cafe business when, in July 2014, she and her husband, Lee, made the decision to close the Purple Turtle, a Washington Court House cafe and bakery she took over from her brother in 2012. In July 2017, however, Walker, her husband […]
From L. Mark Kibler Morning Meadow Farm, Blanchester Wild Sourdough Starter Making your own sourdough starter culture is simple because there is wild yeast in the air all around us. All you have to do is catch some and help it to start growing. You will need: • 2-4 small glass containers or small bowls, […]
Christmas Hickory Nut Cookies — From Madonna Schroeder, of Columbus Grove 1 cup coconut 3/4 cup hickory nuts, chopped 1 cup butter, softened 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed 1/2 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla 2 cups flour, sifted 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups old-fashioned or quick […]
Story and photos by John Hamilton Story and photos by John Hamilton At the Clinton County Farmers Market, one can expect to find everything from vegetables to homemade pottery. But one booth — belonging to Beverly and Jeff Drapalik of Ogden Acres — shows a bountiful bouquet of bread, from sourdough to cinnamon raisin bread. […]
Story by Gary Budzak A Sunbury woman is successfully running a licensed home bakery and promoting her products on social media. Marna Cakes has attracted a following on Facebook and Instagram for custom cakes, cupcakes and cookies. Word-of-mouth raves had led to classes and videos, as well. She even supplied cookies for swag bags at […]
Warnock sisters say it’s a legacy of love for Mom Story by Tim Colliver Savannah and Hannah hard at work in their kitchen bakery, putting the icing on their latest cake creation. When Teresa Warnock caught sight of the old milk house that wasn’t being used on the family farm, she saw more than a […]
Story and photos by Adrienne McGee Sterrett Stephenie Fuerstenau’s husband, Charles, likes to joke. “I always like to say that there’s only two kinds of pie I like: Hot and cold,” he said, grinning as he eyed the pies his wife had baked earlier that day. Their two daughters — Evelyn and Lois — inched […]
Ohio Ice Cream trail features 20 unique shops By Sarah Allen Photos courtesy of Young’s Jersey Dairy, Tom’s Ice Cream Bowl, Graeter’s By Sarah Allen Photos courtesy of Young’s Jersey Dairy, Tom’s Ice Cream Bowl, Graeter’s Many foods are synonymous with Ohio: buckeyes, chili and … ice cream? Yes, Ohio has become a destination when […]
Area farmers offer tips for u-pick outings Story by Sarah Allen Photos courtesy of Berryhill Farm, Blooms & Berries Farm Market, B&D Berry Farm, Karnes Orchard Story by Sarah Allen Photos courtesy of Berryhill Farm, Blooms & Berries Farm Market, B&D Berry Farm, Karnes Orchard Summertime is a season for making memories and having fun […]
Story and photos by Mark Richard “Once a task has once begun, never leave it ‘til it’s done. Be the labor great or small, do it well or not at all.” — Mamaw Faye Jenny Lavender lives by the words of her grandmother every day. Portsmouth resident Lavender serves as manager of volunteer services […]