This month my adventures have taken me to Edom, TX where I discovered a quaint eatery known as The Edom Bakery & Grill. As we pulled off the highway and into the parking lot I noticed a large covered porch scattered with rocking chairs and potted flowers. As we walked in the door we were greeted with smiling faces and a few second glances due to my ever changing colored Mohawk and tattoos. We were quickly seated after a quick walk around to take in the décor. The restaurant has a large circular floor plan with a central open kitchen allowing for maximum seating and flow. Decorated in classic country artwork this eatery was very cozy and home like.
We took our seats at a small table in the back of the front room which had a great view of the kitchen, so I could watch the preparation and techniques of the staff. Our waitress was very prompt and friendly bringing us menus and our drinks. I decided to go with the fresh brewed ice tea and my girlfriend and eating partner Brooke had Ice Water with Lemon. Chef Jackson the Bakery’s Executive Chef came and joined us telling us the specials of the evening and upcoming events. I thoroughly enjoyed conversing with someone who shares my passion and knowledge of the culinary world. After our brief conversation we had made our decision of what to eat, we started with an order of the crab cakes which were off the charts good. They were served with a southwest coulis sauce which was robust and a wonderful addition to the dish.
After fully enjoying our appetizers we moved on to the main course, I had the Rib-eye steak medium rare served with garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed green beans. The steak was cooked to perfection and had a brilliant flavor of the house seasoning and the char grill. The potatoes and green beans added a wonderful medley of flavors to compliment the steak in every aspect. Almost to full to move the waitress talked us into dessert, we decided to go with the local favorite which is a hand rolled peanut butter ball. This delectable treat was a chocolate covered masterpiece well worth the extra inch added to my waistline.
All and all The Edom Bakery & Grill was a wonderful experience and well worth the drive from anywhere in East Texas. A+ Great Job!
The Edom Bakery & Grill Downtown Edom, Texas
FM 314 and Highway 279
Phone - 903.852.5552
Fax - 903.852.5247
e-mail - edombakery@embarqmail.com www.edombakery.com
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Brewbakers Winnsboro, Texas
Brewbakers has always been a favorite eatery of mine and I was greatly honored to have this as my first assignment. Formerly known as the Winnsboro Bakery, this restaurant has been a staple of the community since the mid 90’s and with the recent remodel and addition of the pub, owner Jeff Heath has outdone himself yet again.
The subtle ambiance of small town charm mixed with the artistic influences of an upscale restaurant found in a large city. The main dining room is placard with local artist's paintings and photographs adding quaint character to a Winnsboro landmark. The main street building was erected in 1901 and is the tallest standing building of its era. This century old building was once a small town bank and to this day still contains the original safes which are now used for dry storage.
Not only Does Brewbakers have the right ambiance and setting the food it absolutely wonderful. To start my meal I ordered a Killians Irish Red, which I must say is my favorite beer. Killians is an amber lager with a medium body and rich caramel malted flavor. For an appetizer I ordered the White corn Tortilla chips and Freshly made Queso dip. I wanted to keep it light because I knew the main course was soon to come and I wanted my appetite strong and my palette alert.
After peering over the menu for what seemed like forever which contains such delights as Salmon, Burgers, and a Wonderful selection of salads. After careful deliberation I decided to go with the breaded Tilapia and Mango Salsa. As part of the meal I was treated to a dinner salad with Apple Almond Dressing which is made in house and is an excellent addition to any salad.
After ten to fifteen minutes and another Killians my food arrived, I was immediately overwhelmed with sights and smells. The Tilapia had a beautiful golden brown crust, and the Mango Salsa added vibrant orange and red to the dish. The fish was set on a bed of wild rice and served with fresh cut green beans sautéed with Garlic and butter. If the sight of this of this entrée was not enough the fragrance of garlic and sweet mango filled the air tantalizing my every breath.
Everything looked delicious and it was a hard choice what to try first, so I decided to go for the green beans first. Excellent choice I might add, they were soft, and with a subtle crunch you only get from fresh beans cooked just right. The flavor was a marriage of garlic and creamy butter, my favorite combination. Now on to my next bite, the wild rice; with its woodsy earthy flavor and brilliant texture it was a perfect addition to the meal. Now for the Pièce de résistance, Tilapia with Mango Salsa, my fork cut into to the tender flaky fish effortlessly. The natural flavor of the fish was kept intact and only the crust had subtle hints of herbs and spices. The mango salsa is what gave the flavor to the dish, a wonderful contradiction of sweet and spicy added to the tilapia in a way that not only confused my palette but delighted it as well. I would definitely recommend this dish to anyone and will certainly be going back to sample more.
Brewbakers was an excellent first choice; this restaurant has the full package, great food, good prices, wonderful atmosphere, and excellent service. The combination of Fresh baked breads and desserts, friendly staff and décor make for a perfect night out any day of the week. All in all I give Brewbakers an A+ Good job. Until next time, I’m Justin Thomas Happy Eating.
The subtle ambiance of small town charm mixed with the artistic influences of an upscale restaurant found in a large city. The main dining room is placard with local artist's paintings and photographs adding quaint character to a Winnsboro landmark. The main street building was erected in 1901 and is the tallest standing building of its era. This century old building was once a small town bank and to this day still contains the original safes which are now used for dry storage.
Not only Does Brewbakers have the right ambiance and setting the food it absolutely wonderful. To start my meal I ordered a Killians Irish Red, which I must say is my favorite beer. Killians is an amber lager with a medium body and rich caramel malted flavor. For an appetizer I ordered the White corn Tortilla chips and Freshly made Queso dip. I wanted to keep it light because I knew the main course was soon to come and I wanted my appetite strong and my palette alert.
After peering over the menu for what seemed like forever which contains such delights as Salmon, Burgers, and a Wonderful selection of salads. After careful deliberation I decided to go with the breaded Tilapia and Mango Salsa. As part of the meal I was treated to a dinner salad with Apple Almond Dressing which is made in house and is an excellent addition to any salad.
After ten to fifteen minutes and another Killians my food arrived, I was immediately overwhelmed with sights and smells. The Tilapia had a beautiful golden brown crust, and the Mango Salsa added vibrant orange and red to the dish. The fish was set on a bed of wild rice and served with fresh cut green beans sautéed with Garlic and butter. If the sight of this of this entrée was not enough the fragrance of garlic and sweet mango filled the air tantalizing my every breath. Everything looked delicious and it was a hard choice what to try first, so I decided to go for the green beans first. Excellent choice I might add, they were soft, and with a subtle crunch you only get from fresh beans cooked just right. The flavor was a marriage of garlic and creamy butter, my favorite combination. Now on to my next bite, the wild rice; with its woodsy earthy flavor and brilliant texture it was a perfect addition to the meal. Now for the Pièce de résistance, Tilapia with Mango Salsa, my fork cut into to the tender flaky fish effortlessly. The natural flavor of the fish was kept intact and only the crust had subtle hints of herbs and spices. The mango salsa is what gave the flavor to the dish, a wonderful contradiction of sweet and spicy added to the tilapia in a way that not only confused my palette but delighted it as well. I would definitely recommend this dish to anyone and will certainly be going back to sample more.
Brewbakers was an excellent first choice; this restaurant has the full package, great food, good prices, wonderful atmosphere, and excellent service. The combination of Fresh baked breads and desserts, friendly staff and décor make for a perfect night out any day of the week. All in all I give Brewbakers an A+ Good job. Until next time, I’m Justin Thomas Happy Eating.
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