Celebrating Spring

Kim Wilkins Nothing marks the arrival of spring more than a tour of a beautiful garden. That is exactly what the women of Fellowship At The Ranch Church women’s group thought when they recently toured the Israel Prayer Garden in Corinth. This jewel of a garden is located at the Glory of Zion Global Sphere…

Ladies’ Night at the Woodshop

Lorraine Wilson Ladies’ Night at the Woodshop, a concept launched in 2014 by Joey Misiaszek, has become a staple event, fostering a strong community of female woodworkers. Despite initial skepticism from most Woodshop members, Joey’s unwavering dedication ensured its success. The journey of Ladies’ Night, from its humble beginnings to its present-day format, highlights the…

Word of the Month: Chimichurri

David Zapatka One of my favorite dishes on cruise ships is fish al fresco, “fish cooked and eaten in the fresh air.” This means the executive chef purchases fresh-caught fish in the ports, displays them in the outdoor grill section of the ship, then cooks them to order. One of my favorites is chimichurri on…

NxNW—Salute to Cinco de Mayo

Cherlyn Conway Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that commemorates the Mexican Army victory over the French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. This holiday often gets confused with Mexican Independence Day, which is celebrated in September. It was interesting to find out that Cinco de Mayo is a relatively minor…