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Rumor has it that this morning Governor Nathan Deal is expected to announce The Opening Of A Caterpillar Plant In Oconee County which has the potential to bring with it up to 2,000 jobs. What an incredible boost this could be for our local economy!
According to 11alive.com, sources say the plant will relocate to Oconee near Athens from Japan to manufacture backhoes and other small machinery.
Check back for more updates!
Wishing you and yours lots of love not only today but every day of the year! Still in need of something to do to surprise your special someone this evening, be sure to check out my recent Valentine’s Day blog with lots of great dining out options.
The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds Plantation also features the incredible Georgia Spa Resort and trust me, it is never too late to get a gal a nice massage or mani/pedi package!
This will be my fifth Valentine’s spent with my love, Drew, and he never ceases to make me feel special. Not just today but everyday.
It’s almost time for the 3rd Annual Lake Oconee Food & Wine Festival! The date has been bumped a bit from last year and is being held in March instead of May so don’t wait around and miss out on your chance at tickets. The weekend’s events, being held at The Ritz-Carlton Lodge at Reynolds Plantation, kick off March 23rd with The Vintner Dinner at The Linger Longer Ballroom. Saturday’s Festival events include tastings by Gaby’s, Georgia’s Bistro, and Linger Longer Steakhouse, over 100 different types of wine, and an extensive silent auction. Drew and I went last year and had a great time!
The Festival is organized by Gatewood Schools with all proceeds benefiting the academic and enrichment programs. There is nothing better than a fun event that helps support the kids of our local schools!
For ticket information call (706)453-9243 or send an email to info@oconeefoodandwine.com
9.24.11
Seems like just yesterday I was writing a post about Valentine’s Day but, alas, it was exactly one year ago. Where does the time go?
I hope all of you have had a year full of love. I certainly did. Four months ago today Drew and I got married. It was the greatest day of my life. We had the most incredible day celebrating with our families and friends who came to Greensboro from all over the country. Many of them stayed at The Ritz-Carlton on Lake Oconee and, naturally, thought it was heaven on earth. How could they not, right? So fellas, if you are looking for the perfect place to take the special lady in your life this Valentine’s Day then feel relieved to know that The Ritz has got you covered!
Georgia’s Bistro, Gaby’s By the Lake, and The Linger Longer Steakhouse are all offering the 3D package-Different, Delicious, Dining options-available February 10th thru the 14th depending on the restaurant. Below are some of the specials each restaurant will be offering as well as the dates they are open.
Gaby’s By the Lake “Romance on the Lake” Menu
Chef Jason Cates has created a special menu for Gaby’s that pairs romantic foods with others known to be aphrodisiacs. Ooo la la! Start with Oysters on the Half Shell with Bloody Mary Granite or Roasted Fingerling Potato & Asparagus Salad with Three-Pepper Chutney & Sweet Chili Beurre Blanc. Follow that with Braised Short Ribs and Lobster Mashed Potatoes. Still got room? Perhaps a nice after dinner cordial and Chocolate Fondue for two! Gaby’s will be open February 10th thru 13th but will be closed February 14th.
Georgia’s Bistro “His & Hers” Valentine Menu
Four-Course tasting sound more like your style? Chef James Balster from Georgia’s has just the treat for you and your sweetheart including appetizers he calls Love Bites to Share. Pick from Saffron Mussels, Caprese Salad, Citrus Poached Shrimp, Tuna Tartare, and more. Second & Third courses include Short Ribs, Roasted Salmon, Prime Rib, & Pan-Seared Scallops. And for dessert who wouldn’t want to share a Fire-Roasted Apple Cake & Milk Chocolate Passion Fruit Tart?! Georgia’s will be open February 10, 11, 13, and 14th.
Valentine’s Day at Linger Longer Steakhouse
Linger Longer Steakhouse will have it’s regular, fantastic menu along with phenomenal specials created by Chef David White. Specials include Crab Cakes, Lobster Mushroom Risotto, A 14 ounce Bone-In Cowboy Ribeye, Potato-Crusted Snapper, Chocolate Fondue for Two, & Bailey’s Irish Creme Souffle. The Steakhouse will be open February 10, 11, and 14th.
Regular a la carte menus will be available at Gaby’s and Georgia’s as well. To make your reservations call (706)467-7135.
It’s already almost the middle of January….March will be here before we know it which means this year’s Big Event on Lake Oconee is just around the corner! Go ahead, mark your calendars for March 17, 2012, and prepare to be at the Lake Oconee Village from 12:00-6:00 to help support our local Area Builder’s Association. Join PDI, this year’s Platinum Sponsor, Camden Homes, & Wilson Bryant Air Conditioning (WBAC) and become a sponsor of the event yourself. Or reserve a booth so that your own business can have a vendor spot. For sponsorship or vendor information visit The Big Event, or contact Wendy Myers via email, info@loabaemail.com or by phone, 706-999,1591.
And for future updates on The Big Event please come back and visit me here!
For those of you planning to attend next week’s Atlanta Boat Show at the Georgia World Congress Center please be sure and stop by Booth 239 and visit The Waterfront on Lake Oconee. Once you’ve found a phenomenal water craft, our team will be there to show you why Lake Oconee is the premiere lake in Georgia and The Waterfront is the perfect escape! It’s the epitome of affordable lakeside living. Condos with unobstructed lake views starting at just over $200K and all just a short drive from Atlanta, Macon, Augusta, and Athens! I’d love to tell you more about the opportunities that await you at The Waterfront on Lake Oconee so please stop by and see us.
Hey Movie Watchers! It’s a little after 9 a.m. on Thursday morning and there’s just over 14 hours left to cash in on this great Groupon deal, $2 for 5 $1 Vouchers Toward Any Movie Rental at any Blockbuster kiosk. Drew and I frequent the Blockbuster kiosk at Publix here on Lake Oconee a lot so we definitely make sure to snatch this one up when it comes around. The offer doesn’t expire until May and at such a great deal you can buy one Groupon for you and one for a friend. Happy Thursday!
