Food and Recipes
New South Grilling!
Wednesday, June 10th, 2009New South Grilling! The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge’s culinary team will share techniques on how to maximize flavor and enhance presentation for everything from seafood to steaks. Sign up today (704-248-4100) to learn how to take your backyard grilling to the next level! Each session will cover different techniques and dishes.
AmericaTakesItOff!
Wednesday, June 10th, 2009AmericaTakesItOff! You don’t have to avoid all indulgences to slim down this summer – just choose your treats wisely. Before you go to your next neighborhood BBQ, test your knowledge of the calorie counts of some seasonal favorites. Go to www.GoToAmericaTakesItOff.com to see which is a wiser choice, baked bean or potato salad, and learn [...]
Experience Nature at the Greenways!
Monday, April 13th, 2009Experience Nature at the Greenways! The Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill is a beautiful park-like area that has over 2,300 acres of oak-hickory dogwood forests, shimmering lakes and rolling pastures. The McMullen Creek Greenway in South Charlotte is a 5.8 mile horseshoe shaped greenway full of wildlife. Park at The Shops at Piper [...]
Our Local Restaurant at the Clubhouse!
Thursday, February 19th, 2009Our Local Restaurant at the Clubhouse! Try out the new menu this month at the Blue Heron restaurant at the Carolina Lakes Golf Club. They have nightly features, a dinner buffet on Saturdays and a breakfast/brunch buffet on Sundays. Join your neighbors for karaoke on Wed. nights, Happy Hours on Wed.-Fri. and a special wine [...]
Cold Weather, Warm Soup!
Sunday, December 14th, 2008The ultimate in comfort food. Here is a small twist on traditional Chicken Noodle soup.
Chicken Noodle Meatball Soup:
1 Rotisserie Chicken (from your favorite super market deli)
1 16oz Bag of Baby Carrots
2 Celery Stalks (to taste)
1lb ground turkey
1 pack of ground mild Italian sausage
1 egg
Half C bread crumbs (stouffers stuffing mix crushed is a great substitute to [...]
Warm Up with Italian Sausage Chili
Sunday, October 19th, 2008Ingredients
1 Celery Rib, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 C chopped green pepper
1/4 C chopped sweet red pepper
1 tbs vegetable oil
4 Italian Sausage Links, casings removed
1 can stew tomatoes, undrained
1 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup water
5 tbs tomato paste
2 tbs chopped green chilies
2 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
How to cook:
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Football Season is here!
Saturday, September 6th, 2008With fall brings the FOOTBALL! What a great excuse for a party! Get your friends together and stir it up with a few friends routing for the other team! Click here for some Football Party Food ideas! Score a touchdown with your friends and family by hosting a great party!
The Buzz in Ballantyne
Saturday, September 6th, 2008A new wine, bar, and tapas style cafe is opening soon in Ballantyne. The D’Vine Wine Cafe. If you try it out, let us know what you think!
A Summer treat: Fresh Yellow Corn
Monday, August 18th, 2008Corn is good for skin care, boosting nervous system, digestion and maintaining low cholesterol levels.
Corn Chowder
Ingredients
1/2 pound bacon, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped (optional)
2 tablespoon flour
2 cups whole-kernel corn
2 cups diced potatoes, cooked
2 cups milk
Salt and pepper to taste, fresh parsley, chopped Paprika
Directions
– Saute bacon, onion and celery until tender.
– Remove from heat [...]
Fresh Peach Salsa
Sunday, August 10th, 20082 Cups chopped, fresh peaches
1/8 Cup chopped sweet onion
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 to 3 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeno pepper
1 to 2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon sugar
Max all ingrediaents together in a bowl, cover and chill for at least one hour. Use on grilled meats and fish. Enjoy!