Birds of Prey at Callaway

Visit Callaway Gardens for the wonderful free-flight experience of watching birds of prey in action. In the Discovery Amphitheater, three to five birds will be presented for each show pulling from about a dozen birds living at the center. All the birds in the show have been injured in some way and would not survive in the wild. Adults and children will both enjoy this show of hawks, owls, eagles and falcons. Check the listing of times at www.callawaygardens.com.

Daufuskie Island - Unspoiled Island Vacation

Daufuskie Island is an unspoiled beauty located just one mile off the coast of Hilton Head, S.C. You can only reach this island by ferry and the mode of transportation on the island are golf carts. You will experience the beauty of spanish moss covered trees and pristine beaches. There are also two championship golf courses on the island as well as horseback riding, tennis, a spa, and several dining options. Accommodations are available on the island at the Melrose Inn with four great restaurants. But don't miss Marshside Mama's Cafe for casual dining and dancing. Rejuvenate your body and soul with a vacation on Daufuskie! More info can be found at www.daufuskievacation.com.

Mary Mac's - An Atlanta Legend

In 1945, Mary Mac's Tea Room was born and it has been serving Atlanta and guests ever since. Many women in the south opened tea rooms after the war to make ends meet. We are proud to say that Mary Mac's is still as wonderful today as in 1945 and the menu has remained the same. Come by and enjoy such fare as fried green tomatoes, the best fried chicken, fried okra with horseradish sauce, peach cobbler and the best sweet tea this side of the Mississippi. They serve lunch and dinner every day from 11AM - 9PM, seven days a week. Located in the heart of Atlanta at 224 Ponce De Leon Avenue (404-876-1800). Try the great Mary Mac's recipe below.

Mary Mac's Famous Fried Chicken:

1 chicken (3 lb)
4 tsp salt
2 tsp white pepper
Peanut oil
1 cup water
3 cups all purpose flour

Season chicken with salt and pepper. Chill for 1 hour. Prepare oil in deep pan and heat to 325 degrees. In a mixing bowl, combine water, 1 cup flour, 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp white pepper. In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups flour, 2 tsp salt and 1 tsp pepper. Dip chicken into wet batter first then coat with flour mixture. Carefully add chicken to oil and fry about 18 to 20 minutes. Drain on wire cooling rack. Enjoy!

Peanuts Are King!

Visit Plains, Georgia and have a fun filled day! Plains is located in the southwestern part of the state and makes a great day trip for most Georgians. Some of the things to see and do in Plains: See where the 39th President grew up and his life as a boy, take a self guided tour around Plains, Plains Depot circa 1888, Billy Carter Museum, the Carter Boyhood Farm, the 13 foot grinning Goober monument (see photo) and the church where Carter still teaches Sunday School. While in town eat lunch at the famous Mom's Kitchen, a cafeteria in the southern style. In September, you can attend the famous Plains Peanut Festival with a parade, fun run, road race, crafts and plenty of peanuts! (Festival for 2008 - Sept. 26-28) Ya'll come on down!