By Ann Cipperly Our area has many ideal locations for being outdoors and enjoying a picnic, including Chewacla State Park, Lake Martin and nearby...
Savor a picnic with family over Labor Day weekend
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Ann Cipperly Articles
Treat family to delectable dishes from local excellent cooks
By Ann Cipperly Now that school has started, the slower pace of summer is over. It’s back to the rush of getting to school or virtual classes...
Enhance menus with fresh vegetables and fruits before the end of season
By Ann Cipperly Before fresh summer produce comes to an end, include more vegetables and fruits in menus for the coming week. Markets will continue...
Serve a refreshing ice cream when the temperatures soars
By Ann Cipperly When the temperature soars, the perfect dessert is one that is cold and refreshing. Whether you make ice cream at home in an...
Serve a refreshing ice cream when the temperatures soars
By Ann Cipperly When the temperature soars, the perfect dessert is one that is cold and refreshing. Whether you make ice cream at home in an...
Serve refreshing salads for sides, light meals during August
A cool salad is ideal for a refreshing side dish with grilled meats or an entrée for light lunches and suppers as summer settles into hot hazy days...
Cannon Gate neighborhood shares favorite recipes from outdoor events
By Ann Cipperly Although the coronavirus has limited activities, the Cannon Gate neighborhood in Opelika has enjoyed outdoor events to stay...
Open air market offers variety of produce, baked goods
By Ann Cipperly Freshly picked vegetables and fruits, along with homemade bakery goods, honey, jellies and other items, can be found on Tuesday...
Olga Duncan finds career, love of cooking in Opelika
By Ann Cipperly When Olga Duncan moved to Opelika in 2003 with her husband, Dr. Bryan Duncan, she could not speak English or cook. The couple...