Ann Cipperly Articles

Southern Hospitality | Celebrate America’s birthday with plenty of good food

BY ANN CIPPERLY OPINION — Whether you are celebrating the Fourth of July this year at the beach, lake or at home, serve a festive menu with a variety of delectable summer dishes. Decorate the table in a patriotic theme with colors of red, white and blue to honor our...

Spencers celebrate life with cooking, traveling

BY ANN CIPPERLY OPINION — Situated in a country setting with a spacious lawn surrounded by forest, a long winding driveway leads to the home of Laura and Mark Spencer, just outside Alexander City. As our car stopped under a shade tree, three friendly dogs quickly...

Southern Hospitality | Woman’s Club gathers for salad luncheon

BY ANN CIPPERLY OPINION — At the historic clubhouse, members of the Woman’s Club of Auburn recently gathered for their annual salad luncheon, with each member bringing a favorite salad to share. The elegant dining room table was covered with salads of all kinds, while...

Southern Hospitality | Barbecue champion shares recipes, grilling tips

BY ANN CIPPERLY A barbecue contest winner and judge, Jonathan Middleton of Auburn, enjoys grilling and smoking meats on four different kinds of cookers. He is sharing his tips and recipes for preparing flavorful, perfectly cooked meats for Memorial Day weekend, while...