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Hometowns

If you've read our About Us page, you know that we are a mother daughter duo from two small towns outside Atlanta. We are both very active in our unique communities and love to write about all they have to offer. Here's what you'll see below:

Norcross

Norcross is home to Pam (and Buddy!). The best thing about Norcross is the true sense of community. People here are proud of the physical history, such as the homes, businesses, and civic buildings, but we're also proud of the stories and cherish the memories of past citizens who contributed so much.  As we honor the history, Norcross is moving into the future with enthusiasm. Events, ways to be involved, and improvements to our little town are seen everywhere.

Clarkston

This is Sara's neck of the woods and boy is it unique! Clarkston has been called "the most diverse square mile in America" and that's the truth. Refugees from all over the world started being placed here in the 90's and today there are over 60 languages spoken in the 1.4 square miles of the city limits. The American-born residents here are proud to have such a unique city population and the refugees find the comfort of a community that can relate to their experiences and cultures while also having the freedom that makes America so great.

Tucker

So technically neither of us live in Tucker, but it is right around the corner from Clarkston and is a place where Sara spends a lot of time so she stays involved with the local events. A brand new city (as of 2016!), Tucker is growing fast and is home to many wonderful locally owned restaurants, bars, and shops. The historical and current events here are beloved by the city's residents and those who live close by.

We hope you enjoy hearing about the colorful past and current events that make these towns so special!

Wildlife Tree Party

December 20, 2016 by Sara 4 Comments

Fun Tradition while the kids are out of school! Last weekend Mom and I got to volunteer at the cutest event: A Widlife Tree Party! I just wanted to share the experience with y’all because it would be a great idea for a neighborhood or class party, too. The first thing you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY Projects, Family Adventures, Hometowns, Projects, Southern Charm Tagged With: entertaining, projects

Community Market

Norcross Community Market Gets Better & Better

August 1, 2016 by Pam 2 Comments

As summer marches on the market just keeps getting better. The organizers are learning as they go, the community is discovering how best to take advantage of what the market has to offer, and the vendors are learning what the community needs and wants. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family Adventures, Food Events, Hometowns, Projects, Southern Charm Tagged With: food events

Finding a Lot in a Historic District

Finding a Lot in a Historic District

July 7, 2016 by Pam 2 Comments

  Why did I write this? Over and over we get asked the same question:  How did you find the lot to build your house? No, it was not listed for sale. I didn't know where to start either.  I just dove in and started trying ideas. Because there's not a lot of information out … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY Projects, Hometowns, Projects, Southern Charm Tagged With: projects

Norcross Community Market Off to a Great Start

June 21, 2016 by Pam 5 Comments

The awesome town of Norcross, Georgia, has now had the third of its Community Markets, scheduled from 9am to 1pm each Saturday through August 13th, (except July 4th week). The first three weeks have seen a community of people and organizations coming together to bring the type of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family Adventures, Hometowns, Projects, Southern Charm Tagged With: food events

Walking Tour of Historic Norcross, Georgia (North Peachtree)

May 31, 2016 by Pam 11 Comments

My newly adopted hometown, Norcross, Georgia, was the first town in our county to be placed on the U.S. Register of Historic Places.  The homes (and two other buildings) in this walking tour are just a few of the interesting and beautiful homes located here. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Hometowns, Projects, Southern Charm Tagged With: travel

Tucker Farmers Market

April 28, 2016 by Sara Leave a Comment

Don't you just love local neighborhood farmers markets? Personally, I'm a huge fan of eating fresh and healthy as well as supporting local businesses, so I'm always excited for the weather to warm up so the farmers markets can open! The Tucker Farmers Market is small, but it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family Adventures, Hometowns, Projects, Southern Charm Tagged With: food events

Walking Tour of Historic Homes in Norcross, Georgia

April 21, 2016 by Pam 6 Comments

Since moving to Norcross, Georgia, in October, 2015, it amazes me that most people, even in the Atlanta area, don't realize what a wonderful Historic District we have here.  There are several major highways that come through the area and when you say "I live in Norcross" what … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Hometowns, Projects, Southern Charm Tagged With: travel

Tucker Chili Cook Off

March 25, 2016 by Sara 2 Comments

There are so many reasons to love Spring: the flowers blooming, the days getting longer, the weather getting warmer- But my favorite part is community gatherings. I feel like all Winter long people just hibernate. Here in Georgia, our winters are not super cold compared to other … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family Adventures, Hometowns, Projects, Southern Charm Tagged With: food events

Restaurants of Historic Norcross

March 12, 2016 by Pam 2 Comments

Now, I am, by no means, a restaurant critic -- just a new resident of Historic Norcross, and proud to be here.  As the spring comes, I am SO excited about all the activities available in this wonderful little town.  I plan to stay involved in as many as I can, and I will, to the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family Adventures, Hometowns, Projects, Southern Charm Tagged With: travel

Journey to Adopt Historic Norcross, Georgia, as Our New Home (Step #1)

May 9, 2015 by Pam 16 Comments

                    Okay, here goes.... This will be an ongoing saga. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family Adventures, Hometowns, Southern Charm Tagged With: the South

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Dadgum it's cold! Even here in Georgia old man win Dadgum it's cold! Even here in Georgia old man winter has apparently dug in to stay a while. So... our best suggestion? Put on a cozy sweater and make a batch of decadent slow cooker hot chocolate. Then top it with something pretty and maybe even stir in a little adult libation to amp up that warmth even more. Google "Biscuits & Burlap Hot Chocolate Bar" or comment with a ☕ and we'll link you to the recipe. 
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Please join me in saying HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my blog Please join me in saying HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my blogging partner, the biscuit to my burlap, the original hostess with the mostest, my mama, Pam!
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We've been seriously bonding with our air fryers. We've been seriously bonding with our air fryers. How about y'all? They're especially handy for this time of year when we're all trying to cut back and eat a bit healthier. These Greek Style Chicken Skewers come out tender and tasty, but with a little char as though you had grilled them. Bonus! We've included a creamy feta dipping sauce that you'll find yourself using for more than dipping the chicken. Comment with a 🍋 or Google "Biscuits & Burlap Air Fryer Chicken Skewers" and we'll link you to the recipe. 
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She Crab Soup! Well, we're going to be honest. Thi She Crab Soup! Well, we're going to be honest. This soup is creamy, delicious, easy to make and full of crab flavor. But it is not "she" crab because we don't do roe. If you love it, you can always make the soup and then dribble some roe on top and we promise not to judge. Comment with a 🦀 or Google "Biscuits & Burlap She Crab Soup" and we'll link you to the recpe. 
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Homemade Breakfast Bars! Don't you love a recipe t Homemade Breakfast Bars! Don't you love a recipe that you can make with ingredients you already have on hand? These bars are full of wholesome goodness and packed with protein from peanut butter and eggs! I can attest personally to the fact that they will keep you satisfied all morning and not have you wishing lunchtime would hurry up. Stir them together in just a few minutes and then cut into bars to last all week. Comment with a 🥜or Google "Biscuits & Burlap Breakfast Bars" and we'll link you to the recipe. 
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Do you love Mexican Cornbread? How about biscuits? Do you love Mexican Cornbread? How about biscuits? Then you are going to flip for these Mexican Style Biscuits. They've got all the flavor of the cornbread you love in biscuit form. They are perfect with all of the soups and stews you're making in this cold winter weather. Comment with a 🌶 or Google "Biscuits & Burlap Mexican Biscuits" and we'll link you to the recpe. 
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This marinated chicken has been a favorite around This marinated chicken has been a favorite around here for more years than we care to admit we've been cooking chicken. It's nothing fancy. Chances are you've got all the ingredients already. And, yes, if you noticed those pretty grill marks you've figured out our favorite way to cook it, but it's just great cooked in a skillet too. We like to prepare a whole pile of it and then have it for salads, sandwiches, nachos or just a nice, lean piece of chicken with some veggies. Comment with a 🍗 or Google "Biscuits & Burlap Preacher Chicken" and we'll link you to the recpe. 
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Raise your hand if you're trying to eat healthier! Raise your hand if you're trying to eat healthier! This past year we may have gone overboard with the whole comfort food thing, but we kept telling ourselves "we deserve this" "It's been a hard year..." And then what happened? It came back and bit us right in the butt! At least we can start weaning ourselves out of those bad habits with something fresh, delicious and green like this lemony and garlic-y asparagus. You can still have a little treat later. I mean we don't want to go totally cold turkey, but just get started wrapping our heads around healthy eating again. Comment with a 💚 or Google "Biscuits & Burlap Lemon Asparagus" and we'll link you to the recpe. 
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