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food

Go Blue(Berry) For Georgia!

Go Blueberry for Georgia

November 6th is Election Day. Let’s make Georgia Blue with blueberries.

GOAL: I am collect 12 to 15 blueberry recipes from friends to create a quick and easy blueberry cookbook that will be a fundraiser for Georgia democratic candidates, Stacey Abrams who is running for governor and Lucy McBath who is running for Congress in the 6th district. Fill out the form if you are interested. Deadline for entries is August 15th.

If you want to contribute a recipe, sign up via this Google form https://goo.gl/forms/LgoWTeQCMw4Xeta12

I have created a blog for this cookbook, Go Blue(Berry) For Georgia!

WHY BLUEBERRIES? Although Georgia is known as the Peach State, blueberries are Georgia’s most lucrative fruit crop, by far. Things are changing in Georgia, so let’s embrace blue (berries).  I am looking for recipes blueberry muffins, blueberry pie, blueberry buckle, blueberry vinaigrette, blueberry baked brie and more.

 

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savannah

AirBnB and Vacation Rental Accounting

Victorian Homes in Savannah

I am announcing my new local service which is to provide AirBnB and VRBO accounting for people here in Savannah.  Whether you are fairly new to being vacation rental hosting or you are so busy that you have no time to account for the income and expenses related to your vacation rental,  I can do the work for you.  First,  I can identify the deductible expenses relating to your rentals, and then I can keep track of your income throughout the year so that you will have a complete picture.  This is especially important as the new tax law will affect your 2018 return.  Contact nichelleATgnattysavannahDOTcom.

 

UPDATE: Good news! The fire fee has been rescinded.

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events

World Cup Watching in Savannah

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white whale craft ales
Eight years ago I was living in Brooklyn.

Four years ago I was living in Atlanta.

Now I am living in Savannah. I enjoy watching the World Cup. Who else is watching the World Cup which just started in Russia?!  I will be watching some of the games which run from June 14th until July 15th. Thirty-two teams from around the world will be playing.  Unfortunately, the United States didn’t qualify, but the matches are great to watch.

Here’s a list of the bars where you can watch The World Cup in Savannah.

  • Dub’s (225 West River St.)
  • Coach’s Corner (3016 East Victory Drive)
  • Savannah Taphouse (125 E Broughton St)
  • PJ’s Tavern (11 W Bay St)
  • White Whale Craft Ales (1207 Bull St)
  • World of Beer (112 W Broughton St)

 

 

 

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savannah

She Hustles: Part Deaux

She Hustles

Last Thursday, I was delighted to be a part of She Hustles.  She Hustles is an event for women entrepreneurs.

It was another wonderful event organized by Coco Papy of  The Creative Coast.  If you have not been, then visit The Creative Coast which is at Bull Street Labs (2222 Bull Street).

Last December, I moderated the panel.  This time, I was one of the experts for “intentional networking”. Since I am a small business accountant, I gave advice on how to start a small business and how to set up your online accounting.  I got a chance to talk to more women this time since I was not moderating the panel discussion.  By the way, I have been compiling a list of online small business applications that are free or inexpensive.

Check out Charisse Shontai’s of Charisse Styles recap.

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events savannah

Savannah Sideways, Up and Down

Former Connect Savannah columnist, Jessica Leigh Lebos, has published a book of her essays, and it is Savannah Sideways.  Last night there was a book party at the tiny yet legendary Book Lady Bookstore.  It was standing room only as Jessica read three of her essays from her collection.  Jessica has an authentic voice that is funny, thoughtful and focused.  Get a copy at your local bookstore; and review it on Goodreads.

My dad says, “You learn something new every day”;  I learned about the delicious tequila-based cocktail, Paloma.  A Paloma is a Mexican cocktail that is three parts grapefruit soda, one part tequila. What’s better a than a Paloma? A frozen slushie Paloma. At Pinkie Master’s they have Paloma slushie. For a festive drink to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, but I suggest having a Paloma slushie while supplies last.

Thumbs down to the crab cake appetizer at Sorry Charlies at Ellis Square.  In the South, portion sizes tend to be bigger, so I when I ordered the crab cakes, I assumed it would be smaller than an entree but bigger than h’orderves.  When my plate arrived, I got three tiny crab cake puffs that were probably the same size as the hush puppies.  They were tasty but tiny. Sorry, Charlie but the crab cake appetizer is too small.

Coming Up:

TED X Savannah is May 11th.

She Hustles is May 24th.

 

 

 

 

 

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business

When #GrowWithGoogle Came To Savannah

Last week, I hosted a coffee conversation about small business apps, but I didn’t mention the free tools available via Google. This week, I went to an event here in Savannah that showed me to all the great and easy tools to help small business owners to build their online presence.  #GrowWithGoogle was held at Service Brewing and there was about 12 “Googlers” helping Savannah entrepreneurs how to ramp up their online presence by getting a business Google verified.  You can do this by going to Get Your Business Online. The thing I like most about the new features of the Google listing that businesses can now share updates via posts. This is a way that Google could possibly compete with Facebook pages.

In addition, if your business has good reviews on Google, you can get marketing materials showcasing the reviews via Small Thanks With Google.

Nichelle Stephens and Jovan Sage

Jovan from Sage’s Larder attended the event as well. It was nice to see her and talk about her food business which is based in Brunswick, GA.

BTW, National Small Business Week starts in a few days. There are several events and webinars to support small businesses.

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savannah

Savannah Small Businesses and TechSav

Earlier this week I stopped by the monthly gathering, Tech Tuesdays, which is hosted by the TechSav community.  Tech designers, developers and the like enjoyed cocktails and small plates at Atlantic.  Atlantic is on Victory Drive near Drayton.   The food is delicious, and it was nice to talk to people about everything from the Oscars and Spotify.

Wednesday, I went to a lunch and learn at Bull St. Labs.  The people from SMAD-CON drove in from Charleston to tell us about the social media conference they’re hosting in July.

While at Bull St. Labs, I met a man who has a local food business, Stephens My Season.  He makes an all-purpose seasoning that can be used in cooking and or to spice up prepared food.

I also met the Dwanjai, the owner of Pixie Dust Lash and Brow (130 Tibet Ave Ste 207B). Dwanjai advised me that if you want your eyebrows threaded that you should about every three weeks.

It was great to meet small business owners that I haven’t met yet.  I will continue to highlight them on this blog.

 

 

 

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savannah

Two Tides Brewing, A New Craft Brewery in Savannah

There’s a welcome new addition to the Thomas Square neighborhood here in Savannah. Two Tides Brewing (12 West 41st Street), a new microbrewery, has opened a week ago, and it is a destination for craft beer lovers.  Owners James and Liz Massey are young professionals who turned a hobby into a successful business. The taproom is upstairs and it feels like a neighborhood clubhouse with pinball machines and board games.  I especially liked their double IPA, Hydrus, and the raspberry sour, Chromatose.

Two Tides Brewing and Tricks Barbeque

Last week, I had Tricks Barbeque which is located a block away (2601 Bull Street) with a beer from Two Tides. This is a delicious lunch pairing on a Saturday afternoon.  Check out my review of Two Tides on Google.

Read Connect Savannah’s profile about Two Tides.

The grand opening of Two Tides is May 12th.

 

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events

Introducing Gnatty Savannah Mini Podcast

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Yeah, I am podcasting (sorta).  I like the brevity of Bumpers, so I am using the app to record little morsels of audio content about Savannah. [The app is shutting down soon, but I will still record on another app.] This first one is about what’s happening this week.  Savannah Stopover, the music festival is March 8th-10th at various venues around downtown.   See my past coverage of Savannah Stopover in 2017, and 2016. Listen to the first episode right now. https://bumpers.fm/e/baevpmnv1egg013fr1qg

St. Patrick’s Day is less than 12 days away! The greening of the fountain is this Friday at Forsyth Park.

You can check out stand-up comedy this week at Chuck’s Bar on Tuesday, and Stafford’s on Wednesday.

 

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food restaurants

What’s New in Savannah?

Two Tides Brewing

Things are developing all over historic Savannah. It’s hard to keep up with all the hotels and restaurants opening here. Follow me on Facebook for weekly updates.

Here’s a brief rundown of what’s new.

Little Duck Diner

Little Duck Diner has been opened several months, and I went a few weeks ago. There’s breakfast all day, and lots of duck dishes sprinkled throughout the menu.

HUSK opened in January. I haven’t been yet, but I have heard good things.

Naan on Broughton is now open. It’s a bit pricey for me, but the garlic naan is delicious.

El Coyote is opening soon in the space where The Florence used to be. I hear that they’re opening later this month.

Two Tides Brewing is opening in March. It will be a small microbrewery on DeSoto Row and 41st.