From the Greenhouse to the Garden

The Urban Garden is one of the only garden stores that grows their plants in their own local greenhouses. Located in historic downtown Valdosta, it is an open-aired plant market that strives to give its customers the freshest annuals, perennials, and other seasonal plant material. Stacey Griffin has owned and operated his store for the last four years, but he has been passionate about gardening … Continue reading From the Greenhouse to the Garden

5 Minute Sugar Free Very Berry Ice Cream

Prep Time:  5 minutes Total Time: 2 hours Serves: 6 Ingredients 4 cups frozen mixed berries 1 cup coconut milk (or your favorite milk) 1/2 tablespoon powdered stevia (or more to taste) Directions Combine frozen berries, milk, and stevia in the bowl of your food processor. Process until smooth. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetener to your taste if needed. You can eat this ice … Continue reading 5 Minute Sugar Free Very Berry Ice Cream

Overcoming Obesity: Comprehensive Care in Your Weight Loss Journey

If only it was always as simple as eating less and working out more. In a culture with a growing rate of obesity and an equivalent number of weight-loss tips to combat that trend, Sterling Center Bariatrics in Moultrie, Georgia and now Valdosta, Georgia as well, is taking extensive action beyond simple advice. The Sterling Center Bariatrics team provides the professional expertise, medical procedures, and … Continue reading Overcoming Obesity: Comprehensive Care in Your Weight Loss Journey

Red Owl Coffee Company’s Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Drink Coffee

Red Owl Coffee is a fairly new company that graced the Valdosta, Georgia scene in late 2016. They provide a variety of coffees, teas, smoothies, and more on a healthier scale than other coffee companies while also catering to those on-the-go coffee lovers. Here are their top five reasons why everyone should drink coffee. 1. Boosts Brain Power and Attention Span A cup of coffee … Continue reading Red Owl Coffee Company’s Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Drink Coffee

Cajun Shrimp Quinoa Casserole

Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 15 mins Serves: 4 Ingredients ¾ pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 4 medium tomatoes, cut into chunks 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped ½ cup chopped sweet onion 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1 tablespoon tomato paste 3 tablespoon olive oil 2½ teaspoon cajun seasoning Salt and pepper to taste 2½ cups cooked quinoa 1 cup shredded fontina cheese … Continue reading Cajun Shrimp Quinoa Casserole