Archive for Wednesday March 17, 2004

Trippy Mushroom descends on Peachtree City
By F.C. FOODIE
Food Critic: Peachtree City residents have been flocking in droves to the Mellow Mushroom on Ga. Highway 74.

Rise and dine at the Original Pancake House

They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. So why is it that most people’s idea of breakfast consists of a cup of coffee on the go, or maybe a doughnut when we get into the office? What ever happened to those days of a home-cooked meal, with eggs and bacon, pancakes and omelets, fresh-squeezed orange juice, and the satisfaction of knowing that someone cooked this nutritious and filling meal just for you?

A fruitful season

For those who crave some bright, flavorful fruit as part of a light breakfast, lunch or snack as swimsuit season approaches, here are three excellent picks. All are high-quality and readily available throughout spring, thanks to Mexico, which is the No. 1 importer of fresh produce to the United States.

Understanding carbs: A more complex issue than you might think

There’s been a lot of emphasis lately on eating foods that are high in fat and protein and low in carbohydrates, but nutritionists say Americans are cutting back on the wrong kind of carbohydrate. People concerned about their health and their weight need to understand that not all carbohydrates are created equal.

Sweet treats for the bride-to-be

Legend has it that the first bridal shower was given in honor of a Dutch bride intent on marrying a poor miller. The bride was refused a dowry but opted to marry despite the threat of poverty. To comfort the distressed couple, the groom’s friends “showered” the bride with gifts for their new home. Since then, the practice has become a tradition for brides-to-be.

Check out these chicken tips

Did you know it makes no difference to the fat content of chicken if you cook it with the skin on or off, as long as you remove the skin before eating it? This and other chicken tips can be found at www.eatchicken.com.

The rare fungus that can satisfy your sweet tooth

Loamy, earthy, musky, meaty, even nutty. Those are the typical flavor characteristics of most mushrooms.

Pancakes are fun at any hour of the day

Pancakes aren’t just for breakfast. Sweet or savory, they can be served at any meal of the day as a main dish or side dish.

Trying to up your water intake?

When you consider that between 55 and 75 percent of adult body weight is water, it comes as no surprise that a single glass of water benefits your health in a number of ways. Among them, water cushions bones and joints, flushes toxins out of your system and empowers the body’s natural healing process.

Sweet secret to cutting carbs

Everyone seems to be talking about low-carb diets these days — especially now that we are in the middle of diet season. Magazines are featuring Atkins and South Beach success stories, food companies are creating low-carb versions of familiar favorites, and even fast food restaurants are changing their menus to take advantage of the trend.

Studies find surprising benefits to eating eggs

New guidelines are putting eggs back on the American plate-and recent studies show that eating eggs may help prevent obesity, stroke, and memory and vision loss.

Put on a party that everyone can enjoy; even guests with diabetes

People who have diabetes — a disorder of the metabolism, in which their body has trouble converting food into energy — must pay close attention to everything they eat. Their bodies do not have the mechanisms necessary to properly regulate their blood sugar levels.

Dining Guide Briefs

What is Spanish for elation, joy and jubilation? Alegria!

Cirque du Soleil returns to Atlanta to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its show, Alegria, with a special limited engagement starting on March 25. Featuring an international cast of 59 performers and musicians from 16 countries, the production combines flamboyant costumes, extraordinary lighting and an elaborate set design to create a circus arts atmosphere like no other. The baroque, operatic style of Alegria mixes skill, strength and speed with elegant, almost ethereal performances in an astonishing spectacle of athleticism and artistry.

Lewis, Hatchett head up big Saturday at Barnes and Noble

Barnes and Noble in Fayetteville continues to solidify its place in the community, and this weekend is no exception. The mega-bookstore has been a center for many fundraising events since they opened their doors to the public in 2000. Local schools and local authors have all been featured between the aisles and have taken the floor to enlighten and entertain the crowd of browsers that frequent the store. On Saturday, two more semi-local folks will speak and sign copies of their books. Congressman John Lewis and Judge Glenda Hatchett will share their wisdom and experience beginning at 10 a.m.

“It’s only a movie. It’s only a movie”

“The Passion of the Christ,” Mel Gibson’s “You are there” version of the stations of the cross is a film that has to be seen to be believed. Perhaps Mel missed the lesson where it was pointed out that believing without seeing is what faith is all about. Experiencing a movie like this hammered home the excruciating ordeal that Christ endured in His last days, but did nothing but horrify me as a moviegoer.

Deadline is Monday to sign up early for summer’s Camp Invention

Camp Invention, a nationally recognized creativity and science camp, is coming to East Fayette Elementary July 12-16. The camp’s hands-on curriculum gives children a chance to let their inventive juices flow and their imaginations run wild.

Sleep seminar in Peachtree City April 1

Are you always tired, fatigued or have difficulty concentrating? Have you been told that you snore or stop breathing during sleep? Do you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep?

Local woman accepts position with national sorority

Peachtree City resident Stacy Lyn Taylor has accepted the position of Director of Alumnae Expansion with Sigma Kappa Sorority. Her two-year term as a Sorority national officer began in February.

Local student to judge Peabodys

Local resident Stacy Moore is serving as a student judge for the prestigious George Foster Peabody Awards. She is a senior studying telecommunications arts at the University of Georgia’s Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, where the awards program is administered.

Heart ball coming March 27

The South Metro and South Fulton Heart Ball is a black-tie gala that raises money each year for the American Heart Association. The Association, which fights heart disease and stroke through research on prevention and treatment, funds 58 multi-year research projects at Georgia universities and hospitals. This year, the event, “Midnight In The Garden” is being held at the Atlanta Airport Hilton March 27. Cocktails and a silent auction start at 6:30 p.m. with dinner, dancing and a live auction beginning at 8 p.m.

Fayette-Coweta Family Theater puts on children's musical

FCFT, Inc. is set to take young audiences on an adventure to a land of music, laughs and fantasy as they present their first ever all-children’s musical production of “Tiny Thumbelina.” The kids hit the stage at Spring Hill Elementary School on Thursday and Friday, March 18 and 19 at 7:00 p.m; Saturday, March 20 at 2:30 and 7:00 p.m.; and finally on Sunday, March 21 at 2:30 p.m. This ninety-minute, full musical production features 33 talented performers age 7 to 12 years.

"Halo" X-Box Tournament in PTC

On Saturday March 20 from 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., The Peachtree City Youth Council in cooperation with the XPlayground is sponsoring a "Halo" tournament. "Halo" is an extremely popular game on X-Box.

Music students get high marks

Students from the Harmony Road Music School received outstanding ratings after entering into the Junior Composition Competition held by the Georgia Federation of Music Clubs. The original compositions were judged on melody, harmony, rhythm, style, form, musicality, and notation. Students received valuable feedback from the judges so they can improve upon future compositions. Even though this was the first time Harmony Road entered any students in the composition, all students ended up with either an “Excellent” or “Superior” rating.

Local "STAR" Students and Teachers Recognized by Midtown Atlanta Rotary Club

Jennifer Williams of Creekside High School and Joseph Vellanikaran of Woodward Academy were recently named 2004 STAR high school students. The announcement was made at a Feb. 24, 2004, breakfast hosted by the Midtown Atlanta Rotary Club, the local sponsor of the Fulton County District 3B STAR program. Williams selected Scott Vaughan as her STAR teacher. Vellanikaran selected Charles Bryant as his STAR teacher.

Cleveland Elementary plans golf tourney benefit

The Cleveland Elementary Parent Teacher Organization is having their First “Swing for Swings” Golf Tournament. The event takes place May 21 at the Arbor Springs Golf and Country Club in Newnan. The Ft. Lauderdale style tournament will begin at 1 p.m. with a shotgun start. Cost per player is $85. Sponsors are needed for the $100 Basic Tee and $425 Deluxe (foursome included) Tee Sponsorships.

South Fulton library to host workshop for women

In honor of Women’s History Month, the South Fulton Regional Library will host “Empowering Women to Become Entrepreneurs” March 29, 2004, at 6 p.m.

Fayetteville students named to Who’s Who

Kathryn Price and Amity Zvanut, both of Fayetteville, are among 30 students at Georgia Southern University recently named to Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges.

Preschool holding open registration

Heritage Christian Preschool is having open registration for the 2004-2005 school year for ages 2,3 and 4 years old. For an application please call Robin Huff at 770-716-5768 or stop by the school at 2130 Redwine Road, Fayetteville.

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