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21st-century front porch storytelling

By Cowgirl Candace | Photos by Ashah Photography Her delectable pastry doors unlock to the public on Valentine’s Day. Culinary expert Lenise Leknes will serve signature sweet treats with a romantic, cultural twist. Treats With Lenise opens Friday, Feb. 14, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 53 N. Lee St., Suite C, in Forsyth. […]

February 3, 2025

Pastry chef (and my bestie) opens French-influenced bakery in our rural town

All stun at first sight. Yet, their beauty is merely peripheral to their caring hearts and sincere smiles. They dress their versions of Deep South dinner tables with forthright life stories. Side dishes of humbleness, patience, and grace are evident with every moment served. Their kindness is a special kind of sweet tea. When these […]

November 13, 2024

5 adventurers, artists, agriculturalists redesigning Georgia