In the Kitchen with Chef Jim

That’s TODAY at 3:00.

Just your friendly reminder that it is, in fact, TUESDAY!

Which means you have very important plans this afternoon. 😉

Come wander the market, grab some local goodies, say hey to your favorite vendors, and leave with at least one thing you definitely didn’t know you needed.

🌱 O Grows Farmers Market
📍 Courthouse Square
⏰ 3–6 PM TODAY

See y’all this afternoon! 💚

Today is August 1st. We recently had our nation’s sort of birthday 250. I wonder if there’s a special Santa? My coming birthday is 80. You have plenty of time to plan. It’s not until January. A few of you have eclipsed me. I am honored I can ride around the sun again with you.

I have had lots of requests for classes featuring Thai cuisine. That’s what the focus is in August. We will not only explore special dishes but also ingredients like spices, seasonings and sauces you should have on hand if you are going to add Thai cooking to your regular repertoire. As best I can, the list will include sources.

Our classes are scheduled as follows:

Sunday 8/16 at 2:00

Tuesday 8/18 at 6:00

Thursday 8/20 at 6:00

Sunday 8/23 at 2:00

Monday 8/24 at 2:00

Thursday 8/27 at 6:00

Please claim your seat right away. As always, our classes are treated like an event. Payment is expected at the time you get your seat.

I look forward to getting back to more active class events. I will also continue my weekly column in the Auburn Villager. I hope to begin to send out a sort of newsletter that will talk about food and beverage products we have had plus local food experiences. This will be similar to the one I produced before I was retained by the Villager and that became permanent. This is a time consuming venture. But it is my intention to make this happen.

No matter whether it’s classes, columns or newsletter, I welcome your ideas and input. Let me know what you want to see. I look forward to hearing from you.

I am so PROUD at what the City of Opelika is doing for me,

June is class time. Summer Delights. Five special dishes featuring some popular fruits and veggies plus tender tasty shrimp. My friend Dave Fuller sold his seafood business. He got us some fine goodies before. I now will have access again to special treats for classes and you.

Classes begin on June 7th and run through June 18th. Other times are available if you need. We added a Spanish class in May for a special birthday celebration. It was great fun. All you have to do is ask.

Sunday June 7th at 2:00
Tuesday June 9th at 6:00
Thursday June 11th at 6:00
Sunday June 14th at 2:00
Monday June 15th at 2:00
Thursday June 18th at 6:00

Please claim your spot right away.

I bought from Dave from the beginning. Would love to see whenever you are in Opelika. I do not drive these days. Jim Sikes

With The Waverly Local – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

How about this for Mothers Day.

Lots going on at the Loval.

***UPDATE: Tyrone Moultry will no longer be providing live music on Wednesday, 4/1

Tuesday Chef Special:
Crab and Chorizo Mac and Cheese

Wednesday Steak Night:
8oz Filet Mignon
8oz Hanger Steak
Served with your choice of side salad, green beans or mashed potatoes, and your choice of bourbon ju or chimichurri.

Thursday Burger Night:
Classic Local Burger— double patty, American cheese, wickles pickles, LTO, herb mayo
“Frita cubana”— chorizo and ribeye patty, pepper jack cheese, spicy ketchup, grilled onions, fritos
Wild Game Burger— bison patty, arugula, boursin cheese, blueberry compote

Thursday Allocated Bourbon Special:
$25 Pours of Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection Series— 119.5 Proof, 121.2 Proof, and Sonoma Triple Finish

Specials are available while supplies last, and reservations can be made at the link in our bio.

Wednesday Bingo Night reservations must be made by phone at 334-539-6077.

Remember Cafe 123 in downtown Opelika.