Archive for May, 2010


Carolina Bug-Free BBQ

It all started on a warm Saturday afternoon when I was cleaning out the garage I encountered a HUGE black beetle in the garage and later I saw a spider.   Naturally, I thought hmmm.. this is not good a good thing since there are most likely more of its kind lurking nearby and I was right there were more beetles.  The bug spray from the local hardware store did not work I needed a more potent solution for what was bugging me.  The next day I received a flyer from a company with an odd name that I had never heard of called “Bulwark” so I called and explained my bug problem and made an appointment.

Bulwark came out and explained that they would spray a prevention barrier around my home that would make it very hard for beetles, spiders and other creepy crawling insects to penetrate.   They also sprayed inside my home.   A few days later I started noticing several dead beetles lying on their back near the driveway and near the front porch.  I did my famous “YES” shout!   I could clearly see evidence of  how well the Bulwark “secret solution” worked.  I say secret solution because I have no idea what the Bulwark formula consist of but I know IT Works to keep the BUGS AWAY!  The quarterly treatments are very reasonable for the satisfaction of knowing I have a pest-free home.

Carolina Pest ControlMosquitoes can also be a problem in the Carolinas especially if you live near a lake, creek and/or have a wooded lot with lots of trees.  Last summer the week before my backyard barbecue I needed help with mosquitoes and once again Bulwark to the rescue.  I received a one-time lawn and pest control treatment to eliminate mosquitoes from disturbing the party!  We had the famous OFF mosquito repellent on hand as a backup plan just in case but it turned out we didn’t need to use it.  We noticed    how pleasant it was to relax and dine outside without fanning OFF mosquitoes.  

I like the service I received because there has been several times I called before my scheduled treatment and they responded quick to put me at ease..   And the treatments I receved have proven to be highly effective solutions that has helped to gain control of my pesty situation.  It’s good to know that Bulwark is just a phone call away.  Add your comments regarding how you solve d your tenacious bug problem?  What’s bugging YOU?

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Asheville MountainsSeated at the table by the window that overlooks the golf course with the sunset over the mountains in the distance was the most unforgettable dining experience with live, soothing, music from a local pianist added  the right touch.  The wall of glass windows that surround the dining room provides a Great view all around of the mountain.  You can’t lose whether you choose “The Prime Rib Buffet” or the “Seafood Buffet” from the Blue Ridge Restaurant at the Grove Park Inn (Asheville, NC).   Dinner at the Blue Ridge Restaurant is an elegant affair yet scrumptious enough and affordable for families and professional  travelers .  If you stay as a guest at the Grove Park Inn,  you can get a dinner for 2 free on special holiday occasion.  You can dress casual or formal it’s a really relaxed atmosphere with an awesome, breathtaking  view of the mountains of Asheville.

 

 

 

Prime ribThe Prime Rib dinner included smoked and non-smoked prime rib, chicken, fish, rice, steamed vegetables, a variety of seafood salads and vegetable salads, soup, fruit  and an assortment of breads,  cakes, pies, ice cream, syrup and toppings.  There was more than 40 items so beautifully displayed on glass tables with an ice sculpture and a tall flower arrangement as a colorful centerpiece.  The food was BAM delicious!!

The Breakfast Buffet was also a grand affair with the sunrise over the mountain as the backdrop with two chiefs cooking American style omelets anyway you want it.  The omelet line was at least 10 people deep with people waiting patiently to have their omelet made to order.   From southern style scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage, grits, pan-fried potatoes and oatmeal with fresh cinnamon and so much more!!

Kitchen tour sample food

During the Easter holiday, I took the Kitchen tour to go behind the scenes to see where the food for the Blue Ridge Restaurant and other restaurants are prepared.  The “Kitchen tour” is where I witnessed     up-close and in-person how the staff  and Executive Chef Dan and Pastry Chef Lisa prepare meals to serve thousands that dawn the doors of the Blue Ridge Restaurant.  The walking Kitchen tour will take you thru the under-ground tunnel to pass thru 5 different kitchens to meet the staff, ask questions and sample some tasty samples from each kitchen prepared by the friendly, talented staff.

 

 

 

Blue Ridge Mellon ArtworkMy favorite kitchen stop was in the Pastry kitchen where we met one of the staff members that turns food into artwork for banquets.  For more than 10 years he has been creating unique designs in melons and all types of fruits that are amazing to see!!  

Where is your most unforgettable dining experience located?

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