Did you know Emerson Creek Pottery is located about five miles from the ancestral home of Mark Twain? (Samuel Clemens) in Wades
In 1909, Twain was on the inaugural train of the Virginian Railroad passenger train. Twain made a speech from the rear platform of the train at Stone Mountain, near his ancestral home in Body Camp. Is “Wades” where Silas Wade built the pottery store cabin and set up his horse-powered mill? Can anyone share more information about the “Wades” community?
Print Ginger Spiced Apple Cake What’s not to love? It’s ginger. It’s apple. It’s delicious! There’s nothing like a warm flavorful bread baking in the oven – whether that’s during the frigid days of winter – or during any other season – apples always make
Print Guest Post from Lucy Natkiel of Brown Bag Designs. Creator of Brown Bag Shortbread Pans and Cookie Molds. I’m retired. I keep telling people that. But the information seems to bounce right off of several shortbread aficionados I know. Particularly my friend Rox. “I
Print Butternut Squash Soup with Ginger and Chili Tired of eating the same old soups? Try this butternut squash soup with ginger and chili! The flavor combination in this soup brings a savory satisfaction that most anyone can enjoy. With a bit of sweet and
