Bonfire has launched a new campaign featuring stunning food photography for the award-winning Wexford food producer Zanna Cookhouse
Jo Murphy directed the photography and videography
“When we met Owen and the team at Zanna Cookhouse
the first thing that struck us was the sheer passion for producing food of the highest quality and amazing taste .” Said Seán Hynes
“That led us directly on the path to a new brand positioning based on the line
The national campaign is comprised of quirky radio
Out Of Home and a suite of cheeky social videos
In South Africa a women’s rural community initiative has developed a sustainable and adaptable business model
thereby creating an inclusive and shared space where each generation can channel its knowledge and skills to generate income
a Western North Carolina agritourism resort offering mountain meditations and culinary sensations
welcomes guests for a day or overnight retreat
the newly appointed chef de cuisine of the on-site restaurant
invites guests to try staple favorites and the latest seasonal creations on its rotating spring menus
teeming with ingredients and flavors embracing the Appalachians
a former cattle farm turned 75-room boutique hotel
is located on an 85-acre property with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains
you turn up the driveway and you feel like you're driving through a postcard," Suess said
roaming horses and other farm friends help complete the picture
Overnight and daytrippers can indulge in amenities
like the renovated equestrian stable that was transformed into a wellness hub
offering experiences like the Labyrinth and the "Grains of Truth" Silo Meditation Tower available for booking
"It's like a mini Biltmore — you could come here and stay all day if you wanted to," Suess said
the pool and hot tub down by one of the fields."
He said guests enjoy strolling the property
or playing and hanging out in the game room
accepts reservation and walk-in diners for breakfast
lunch and dinner in a communal dining space
He said the handcrafted cocktail program is another draw for guests
and once the dining and hospitality experiences start
that's when you realize it's stopped being simple," Suess said
has worked for more than a decade in the Asheville area restaurant scene
including at popular downtown dining destinations like Sovereign Remedies and The Market Place
where Suess worked as chef de cuisine when the restaurant received a semifinalist nod for Outstanding Restaurant from the James Beard Award Foundation in 2024
Suess pivoted from volunteer chef at The Horse Shoe Farm
feeding communities impacted during Tropical Storm Helene
to a full-time member of the culinary team headed by Executive Chef Dan Williams and alongside Pastry Chef Kyle McAlee
making a fluid transition and allowing him to hone in on hyperlocal
Suess said The Horse Shoe Farm presents a carefree environment for guests
but the team takes extra care to provide top-notch hospitality that seems effortless
"The overall experience seems hard to beat," he said
Suess provided a walk-through of The Silo Cookhouse's latest menu offerings with recommendations for a few of his dinner favorites from farm-fresh charred carrots to an astounding garden strawberry tart
Classic steak and potatoes are elevated with locally sourced meat from farm partners
like French Broad River Cattle Farms in Etowah
is parboiled fingerlings lightly smashed and prepared with in-house anchovy dressing and parmesan
Suess said it's a simple dish that's highly in demand with diners
The spring menu now includes a grass-fed 14-ounce ribeye
green garnish and Horse Shoe Farm steak sauce for $65
He said it's "exactly what you want in a steak dish."
Suess's favorite dish is charred carrots with carrot tops served with dukkah
"That one directly represents my style of food," Suess said
I love creating dishes like that where it looks like a bowl of carrots with toppings
and it's like this wildly complex kind of thing."
Savory strawberry tart surpriseSuess said he enjoys witnessing a diner take the first bite of the seasonal strawberry tart
The strawberry tart costs $21 and is prepared with scratch clotted cream
"We took a classic pairing of strawberries and cream and made that a savory course," Suess said
Suess said it's accomplished with roasted strawberry purée and blends that include salt
it looks like you're getting a sweet dessert tart even though you didn't order off the dessert menu," he said
and your eyes and initial lip touches are telling you it's sweet
Impressive pastaSuess said he can't get enough of The Silo Cookhouse's pastas
Suess said he made Agnolotti with mushrooms
lemon and hazelnuts as one of his chef's tasting dishes
which helped land him the job and impressed Williams so much that the executive chef suggested adding it to the spring menu
"I absolutely love making pasta," Suess said
a little bit of garlic and oil and processed with equal parts ricotta and that's the filling for the agnolotti and picked up in a pan with a bit of brown butter
pasta water and lemon juice to make a butter glaze."
It's finished with toasted hazelnuts and shaved pecorino
and it's a yummy showcase of how I think food should be," Suess said
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Farm Bowl and Urban Cookhouse are owned and operated by husband-and-wife duo David and Andrea Snyder
locally sourced ingredients and a community-driven approach
Founded by husband-and-wife duo David and Andrea Snyder
David brought expertise in wood-fired meats
while Andrea emphasized farm-fresh produce
creating a menu centered on house-made recipes and locally sourced ingredients
Urban Cookhouse’s signature dishes include smoked meats prepared on the Big Green Egg– a type of grill– scratch-made dressings
such as their beloved brown sugar brownies
known for items like the Buffalo Chicken Wrap and the Grilled Chicken Special
With multiple locations and a Tuscaloosa-based food truck
the brand continues to grow while staying rooted in its mission of supporting local farmers and businesses
emerged as a response to the lack of fresh
craft smoothie and bowl options in Birmingham
Their Nutty Professor açaí bowl and cold-pressed juices have become local favorites
emphasizing a health-conscious approach without compromising on quality
Both Urban Cookhouse and Farm Bowl actively engage with the Birmingham community
participating in local events like Taste of Homewood and collaborating with area businesses
Farm Bowl also runs a philanthropic initiative
partnering with local brands and nonprofits to give back each month
both brands remain committed to delivering fresh
handcrafted meals while strengthening their local connections
Urban Cookhouse and Farm Bowl will both be participating in this year’s Taste of Homewood event, set to take place on March 13. Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the door. Purchase your tickets here
British Army medics are honing their ability to transform abandoned buildings into fully functional hospitals as they adapt to the demands of modern warfare
tented field hospitals that once defined military medicine
Personnel from the 21 Multi-Role Medical Regiment have been training to convert disused structures
into hospitals capable of treating the wounded on the frontline
Lessons learned from Ukraine and the Middle East have driven the UK's military to rethink how medical care is provided near combat zones
Commanding Officer of 21 Multi-Role Medical Regiment
explained the necessity of adapting to whatever space is available
it could be any sort of abandoned shopping centre
"It could be anything and because it could be anything – we have to adapt," he said
The disused cookhouse in York is a prime example of a 'building of opportunity,' a term the regiment uses to describe such spaces
one of the Army's largest deployable hospitals has been set up
which can go anywhere in the world and operate within 30 days
Whereas the old tented facilities were designed for purpose
"How we would ideally have it is not necessarily the way we can have it," Corporal Tammy Short
we've had to adapt the way we lay our kit out."
Every bit of the old building has been used – even an old fridge has been repurposed for storing crutches
The hospital requires significant power – around 350kW – but the cookhouse can only supply a fraction of that
and managing laundry all need careful planning in a space not designed for such operations
expanding a hospital meant adding another tent but now medics must work with the limited space inside the buildings they convert
Overcrowding increases the risk of infection
forcing the medical team to innovate in managing capacity
Lt Col Woods said medical personnel seldom get to choose where they set up their hospital
British military medics remain ready to provide critical care
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Longtime diners of Hen Mother Cookhouse in Johns Creek know certain truths: You can’t make a reservation and you’ll probably have to wait
and chef-owner Soraya Khoury moves to the beat of her own drum
she wasn’t in any rush to open a second location
Hen Mother’s second location will open in downtown Alpharetta at 50 South Main Street
It’s twice the size of the original location at 110 seats and brings new offerings to the table
Located in the 1912-built Jones House (the former site of Restaurant Holmes)
the new location struck all the right notes for Khoury
I want to be home for my kids at night,” she says
Khoury had long admired the Jones House and when it became available
and I was envious of this amazing historic house being a restaurant,” says Khoury
While the house had great bones, Khoury infused it with personal touches. She started by painting the walls in Raging Sea by Sherwin-Williams, a green more soothing than its name suggests, and hiring artist Aliya Smith to paint a purple and yellow floral mural on the ceiling in the back dining room
as well as a wallpaper-like pattern of yellow California poppies in the front room
homey touches like plants and knickknacks that add to the Hen Mother charm weave throughout
“I refurbished some of the existing tables that were in the restaurant
We got all of our chairs off Facebook marketplace and redid those
many of which were sourced from Goodwill or gifted to the restaurant by regulars
“I unboxed a box that someone gave me a year and a half ago of their grandma’s China,” says Khoury
guests can expect to find most of the same items as the Johns Creek location
with the exception of the energy bowl and a more streamlined omelette offering
Exclusive to the Alpharetta location are the breakfast tacos and oat pancakes
as well as the addition of chicken and tuna salad sandwiches at lunch
This location also boasts a cocktail menu with drinks like “brunch punch” (rum and strawberry-arbol syrup) and an espresso “frapp-ini.” For Khoury
a basic espresso martini wouldn’t do: “I don’t like espresso martinis
“I would wake up in the middle of the night and be like
the breakfast martini has to be f**king delicious.” She ultimately settled on a drink akin to an Italian frappé made with Nescafe instant coffee and vodka
The poster got a Hen Mother twist (the bologna
was replaced with a cinnamon roll) but it’s a way to honor her entrepreneurial father that kickstarted her culinary journey
“I feel I so inclined to just commemorate my dad with this restaurant.”
Time will tell what happens with James Cook..
According to WIVB-TV, the Buffalo Bills running back has put his Orchard Park house for sale in the midst of his rocky contract talks with his team:
has emerged as a top NFL running back in Buffalo
tied for the league lead with 16 rushing touchdowns
The 25-year-old is a two-time Pro Bowler including last season
While the Bills front office led by general manager Brandon Beane has inked multiple players to extensions this offseason including quarterback Josh Allen
The difference many point to is how public Cook has been in wanting to be paid while the other players who were extended did the opposite
Most recently, Beane said extension talks with Cook are off until after the 2025 NFL draft which begins on April 24
Images of the listing for Cook's house were shared to social media
which includes some items from his NFL and Bills career
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Shileen and Justin Lunelli are the proud new owners of the popular Voyageurs’ Lodge and Cookhouse on Highway 17 at Batchawana Bay
The Sault couple purchased the business from longtime owners Frank and Gail O’Connor
with the Lunellis officially becoming its new owners Jan
“We've always enjoyed it out here
We’ve liked going to Pancake Bay and Harmony for the last 20 years
I’ve just always loved coming to this area
It feels like home and when the lodge came up for sale I wanted it,” Shileen told SooToday
was owned and operated by the O’Connors since 2003
It was put up for sale in 2021 and the Lunellis made an offer for the property in August 2024.
The iconic Voyageurs’ Lodge and Cookhouse site includes the River Rock Gift Shop
the former owners operated a popular restaurant at the lodge for many years but later transformed it into a smaller but equally popular deli takeout
“We’re going to keep what they already have
We’ll have the Montreal Smoked Meat sandwich
poutine and fish tacos,” Shileen said
she would like to make some additions to the deli’s menu ,as well as transform the site into more of a dine out experience for visitors
“I wouldn't mind offering something weekly on Fridays for instance
I’d like to offer something like a smoked brisket
I'm looking into what we can offer as a dinner on Fridays,” Shileen said
That wouldn’t mean a full scale indoor restaurant but Shileen and Justin want to provide a pleasant outdoor experience for visitors who would like to stay for a bite
“There were three or four picnic tables outside
I'd not like to have an actual restaurant but some sort of a dining out experience for customers
with a waitress that comes out and asks if they want anything
The place would be something to bring people out to just come and enjoy the north
I have a lot of thoughts going through my head about that right now,” Shileen said
The lodge’s popular apple fritters are staying
“The apple fritters are very big and they're tasty
they're not going anywhere,” Shileen said
Shileen has owned and operated Soaps By Shé - selling high-quality bath and body products - for the last six years at 518 Queen St
“In the first week of April we will be opening up the gas station and the fritter house
we'll open up the deli and gift shop,” Shileen said
There is at least one major feature the Lunellis are thinking of adding to the site
We obviously have to wait for the summer but we would love to have some sort of a campground back there where people could come and bring a trailer or a tent
or we could have trailers to rent,” Shileen said
The Lunellis are looking forward to their first year in business at the Voyageurs’ Lodge and Cookhouse.
“It’s been a dream come true,” Shileen said
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Bonfire has created a new national campaign for the Wexford-based food company Zanna Cookhouse
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then award-winning company manufactures a range of premium quiches and pies
the first thing that struck us was the sheer passion for producing food of the highest quality and amazing taste,” says Sean Hynes
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and a welcoming atmosphere that caters to diverse tastes
CAMO takes diners on an exceptional gastronomic journey, honouring the richness of modern Indian and Pan-Asian cuisines
The thoughtfully curated menu boasts standout creations such as Matar Hummus & Lavash Chaat
each crafted with precision and creativity
“Noida is rapidly evolving into a gastronomic hub
with diners seeking experiences that go beyond the ordinary
introducing a menu that pays tribute to tradition while pushing creative boundaries
Familiar dishes are reimagined with ingenuity
Our mission is to create moments that stay with our guests long after their meal
CAMO isn’t here to follow trends; we’re here to reshape how dining is perceived in this dynamic city.”
CAMO plans to elevate its selections further by hosting exclusive culinary experiences
and continually refreshing its menu to keep the excitement alive for its patrons
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Baltimore’s dining scene never ceases to amaze
and 2024 was packed with unforgettable flavors and creative dishes
From playful spins on classics to indulgent seafood creations and cocktails that feel like dessert
Charm City’s chefs and bartenders overdelivered
This list is my love letter to the dishes and drinks that defined my year — the ones I couldn’t stop raving about and will definitely be craving well into 2025
grab a napkin (you’ll need it) and let’s dive in
you’ll be reaching back into the (chip) bag for seconds
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This year welcomed Costiera to Baltimore’s dining scene
and the restaurant’s swordfish meatballs have quickly become a crowd favorite
savory puttanesca sauce and a dusting of pistachios
this dish is a delightful nod to the growing trend of creative and savory fish preparations
Costiera has cemented itself as a gem among the city’s restaurant newcomers
but let’s dream of warmer days with the Orange Creamsicle from Crushed Velvet shaved ice
This whimsical treat layers vanilla ice cream
orange shaved ice and a swirl of condensed milk into a nostalgic masterpiece
Who says cocktails can’t double as desserts
the That Ice Cream Truck cocktail is a boozy
Crafted with in-house sous vide strawberry vodka
it’s topped with a cloud of strawberry foam and crunchy strawberry crumble
They can whip up a nonalcoholic version that’s just as luscious
Brace yourself for the ultimate breakfast mashup: crab dip French toast
thick slices of custard-dipped bread are coated in Utz crab chips
stuffed with creamy crab dip and finished with Old Bay
With its funky décor and rock ‘n’ roll vibe
Blue Moon Too is a Federal Hill favorite where you really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu
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Two people were killed on Thursday morning on the N10 between Cradock and Cookhouse after four trucks collided just before 10 am.According to Provincial Traffic, all four trucks were travelling from Cradock towards PE.
It is alleged, that the truck in front might have slowed down or rammed on its brakes when the other trucks rammed into it.A driver and his co-driver from one of the trucks died at the scene while the other drivers escaped unharmed.
The exact cause of the accident is unclear at this stage, although it is suspected that speeding and the failure to maintain a safe following distance is to blame.
A case of culpable homicide is under investigation.
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apple fritters stay"We love the Voyageur — we wouldn't have bought it if we didn't
and we don't plan on changing it," said Justin Lunelli
who will be operating the Highway 17 fixture with his wife
The Voyageurs’ Lodge and Cookhouse has undergone a changing of the guard
Shileen and Justin Lunelli purchased the lodge from Frank and Gail O’Connor
fulfilling their dream of owning the iconic fixture on Highway 17 North
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and the Lunellis put forth an offer in August for the entire property
The Lunellis, both born and raised in Sault Ste. Marie, have frequented spots such as Pancake Bay and Harmony Beach for the last 20 years, and had always talked about one day owning The Voyageurs’ Lodge, situated on Batchewana Bay, across Highway 17 from Lake Superior.
“I wanted this place because when I walked into the area, it felt like home,” said Shileen.
Justin added, “When it comes to the Voyager, you’re not selling an apple fritter, you’re not selling gas — you’re selling an idea.”
That idea is “The North,” which has ties to the history of Indigenous people of the area, Lake Superior, and the surrounding forests and “small-town” communities.
Justin and Shileen plan to keep the essence of the lodge the same and are not planning any renovations in the near future. “Frank and Gail did a fantastic job. They kind of made the Voyageur what it is,” said Justin, adding that the iconic apple fritters and Highway 17 North Apparel aren’t going anywhere.
One component they are considering adding is a small campground behind the main lodge with a trailer for rent to provide more lodging options for guests.
While The Voyageurs’ Lodge is currently closed to the public, the Lunellis are hosting a team of contractors working on power lines in the area, providing them with lodging, breakfast, and dinner as they also prepare for the upcoming season.
The new owners will also restock the gift shop and connecting with local artisans, as the space is currently being used as a dining area for the contractors.
The Voyageur previously operated a sit-down restaurant but transitioned to a grab-and-go model a few years ago, with outdoor seating for patrons. The Lunellis have no immediate plans to bring back indoor dining, and plan to keep the current menu.
They anticipate reopening to the public April 1, with guidance from the O’Connors. “They’re passing on their knowledge the best they can,” said Justin. “Frank and Gail know the place inside and out,” adding that he and Shileen are grateful for their ongoing support.
The O’Connors, as mentioned in their farewell post, plan to travel, spend time with family, and renovate a home in Sault Ste. Marie. Frank also hopes to write a book and open a woodshop.
They expressed gratitude to their extended family for their “constant love and support” and acknowledged their staff as the “backbone of this place.”
The Lunellis have also relied on their own family to help them prepare for their first season as owners.
One unexpected challenge has been the heavy snowfall and frequent highway closures. “When Mother Nature wants to snow, she sure likes to snow,” Justin said.
Looking ahead, they are uncertain whether they will keep the Voyageur open during winter.
“We love the Voyageur — we wouldn’t have bought it if we didn’t, and we don’t plan on changing it,” said Justin. “And please come and support if you can.”
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at 2023-11-30 Blue Crane Soccer Academy were crowned champions of the second edition of Cookhouse’s Gender-Based Violence Soccer Tournament
edging out Mighty Boys 4-3 on penalty kicks after the teams failed to score in the regulation time on Sunday
The winners enjoyed a spectacular run to the gold match
beginning with a 2-1 victory over the hosts
playing to a 3-3 draw before advancing to the next round with a 4-2 win from the penalty spot
Mighty Boys won in a penalty shootout in the semis again
but their luck ran out in the title-decider as Blue Crane Soccer Academy secured the title from the spot
which was held at the Bongweni Location on the 25th and 26th of November
Cookhouse Academy convincingly defeated Eleven Stars 4-1 to be crowned the winners of the first edition of the women’s event
a light was shone on the issue of gender-based violence in the Bongweni Location
the organisers worked to educate the community about the scourge of gender-based violence
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Back in May 2023, the Samoa Cookhouse and Danco Group announced that the old and beloved restaurant was to temporarily close
and unveiled renovation plans for “Camp Samoa,” an overnight tourist destination
While preserving the 133-year-old establishment’s “distinctive character,” Danco promised a spiffed-up restaurant with a hostel upstairs
and a picnic area and dog park nearby.
and more than a year after the Cookhouse closed its doors
there is no indication that the sweeping renovations mapped out by Danco are underway.
A banner posted on the building says that an “updated dining experience” is coming in 2024, and the Samoa Cookhouse Yelp page says the business is scheduled to reopen on May 10
Fans of the restaurant have taken to commenting on old Samoa Cookhouse Facebook posts to ask when it’ll reopen
Danco owner Dan Johnson told the Outpost that it’s looking more like 2026
Architects continued tweaking the designs for months after the restaurant closed
and Danco didn’t submit a permit proposal to the Humboldt County Planning and Building Department until a few months ago
The proposal was initially denied because it didn’t meet the California Coastal Commission’s conditions of approval
Johnson guessed it will be approved in two or three months
Danco will probably break ground in early 2025
pushing the opening date to around spring 2026
The building requires “quite a bit of an upgrade,” he said
not to mention the construction of 40 new cabins
“It’s been a bit of a challenge to get to this point,” Johnson said
The cookhouse property – along with the rest of the town of Samoa – is owned by the Samoa Pacific Group
But the Samoa Pacific Group didn’t own the Samoa Cookhouse (the business
It used to belong to Redwood Restaurants – a company that owns Fresh Freeze
over on Woodley Island – which sold the business to Danco a couple of years ago
a Redwood Restaurants representative told the Outpost.
But Johnson said it wasn’t so clean: the former owners didn’t renew their lease
and “basically by default gave up the restaurant.”
The Samoa Pacific Group is “not really excited about being in the restaurant business,” Johnson said
The new owners opted to close the Samoa Cookhouse for renovations after running it for six months or so.
Cookhouse staff told the Outpost at the time that they were blindsided by the temporary closure
Employees learned they were out of a job the same day Danco announced the news to the public
and the restaurant closed immediately.
“All the employees were well taken care of in ensuring that they had good severance packages,” Johnson said
adding that Danco will likely consider rehiring former employees (if they’re still interested three years later
He also said selling the business might be on the table
if a good opportunity pops up after the grand reopening
identifying the Samoa Cookhouse as a site for that development from the outset
Camp Samoa will include 75 accommodations: 40 cabins
which will lean into the second floor’s former brothel look
When the Samoa Cookhouse announced its impending renovations on Facebook
commenters begged the restaurant not to change too much
Johnson said the goal is to hold onto the cookhouse’s famous family-style experience
it’ll be a couple of years before dedicated Samoa Cookhouse customers can make that judgment for themselves