Ann Cipperly Articles

Southern Hospitality | Penny Varner cooks with southwestern flavors

BY ANN CIPPERLY On a recent sunny morning, Penney Varner was in her spacious kitchen in the Northside Historic District preparing a pot of green chili to serve with hominy and pinto beans that were simmering on the stove. Penney and her husband, John, both enjoy...

Southern Hospitality | Meredith Frye loves cooking, entertaining

BY ANN CIPPERLY OPINION — In a country setting in Waverly with quiet streets and houses shaded by towering ancient trees, Meredith Frye is a busy mom preparing homemade meals and being co-owner of the Fig and Wasp antique shop with her mother. Meredith and her...

Southern Hospitality | Relax on Labor Day with plenty of good food

OPINION — Whether you are having family and friends over for a relaxing Labor Day dinner or watching football games over the weekend, have an array of scrumptious dishes from easy appetizers to fresh fruit desserts, featuring the season’s best produce.While...

Southern Hospitality | Tina Gibby makes hearty meals reflecting her heritage

BY ANN CIPPERLY OPINION — Having a love of cooking for her family, Tina Gibby enjoys preparing healthy after school snacks and hearty dinners using recipes from her family’s Italian, Hungarian and Panamanian backgrounds. While Tina and her husband, Jeff, stay busy...
Southern Hospitality | Sept. 12

Southern Hospitality | Sept. 12

Love of baking leads to customized confection business BY ANN CIPPERLY After having interesting careers around the country, Jan and Joel Martin...

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Southern Hospitality | Aug. 29, 2024

Southern Hospitality | Aug. 29, 2024

The Price family is gathering together for a cookout with friends on Labor Day weekend, and Oline Price is sharing their recipes for the event. Pictured are the Prices: front row from left, Brooklyn and Walton; back row from left, Cameron, Oline, Randy, Lisa and Hunter.

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