Eating Well
I grew up with an unusual paradigm, it seems. I have parents that just are not the norm for the world at large. One, they have been married 46 years and are still very deeply in love – and it’s pretty obvious to all and sundry. I adore my parents.
One thing they have instilled in me, though, outside of a strong sense of morals and ethics – and a view of relationships that just doesn’t seem to have much place in today’s world – is an enjoyment of travel and good (make that excellent) food.
By travel, I mean – we really don’t think much of driving 1.5 hours, 3 hours or even 10 hours to get somewhere if we have an interest enough in going there. And, there are times when that interest is certainly peaked. Point in case. There is a place in Franklin, NC called Frog and Owl. My folks will make a trip up there mainly because they want to nosh on the excellent food. Oh, sure, they’ll do other stuff while they are up there; but, the driving force behind the trip is often simply a desire to visit this bistro.
I can honestly say that I have not been – considering I reside on the west coast, such a trip is beyond even my wandering nature (at least until I’m no longer employed and can traipse cross country for no reason other than to have dinner). However, one of these days, when I visit my family – I am going to have to make an effort to get up there and give them a try.
Until then, on the recommendation of my foodie parents…if you are ever anywhere remotely near Franklin, NC stop in and visit the Frog and Owl. I have it on good authority that you will not be disappointed.
Their site is still under construction, so be gentle with them where that’s concerned.
