Archibald’s Restaurant wants to wine & dine you this March at the Get Lucky, Drink Wine dinner. Or… not. You can also order the impressive four-course meal WITHOUT the adult beverages, if you simply want a fun St. Patrick’s Day experience. (Read on to learn more.)    Get Lucky, Drink Wine is the third in ...

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A witch recipe book is full of surprises. Sometimes it’s eye of newt and tail of tadpole... Other times... well... the story turns a bit sweeter, more savory, and absolutely satisfying to we mere mortals. Believe it or not, witches can whip up concoctions made of sugar, spice, and all the things ...

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Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat, a full meal at a sit-down restaurant, or a little from columns A and B, you’re in luck. Gardner Village is home to Archibald’s Restaurant, Naborhood Bakery, and Chocolate Covered Wagon. Each is known for its freshly-prepared specialties and unique atmosphere. Consider this ...

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Have visions of sugarplums been busy dancing in your head? Gardner Village has the stuff dreams are made of.  Want to show your neighbors you care. Nothing says “I like living by you!” quite like caramel apples. And you can even get those apples gift wrapped in a charming gable box ...

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There’s something about fairy treats that make them extra sweet. There must be a bit of magic mixed in to each enchanting concoction. Come, taste for yourself!  As part of the Woodland Fairy Festival (now through June 23), you’ll find festive fairy food throughout The Village. Unicorn lolli from Chocolate Covered Wagon; ...

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Looks like the luck o’ the Irish is on our side. Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, the talented chef behind Archibald’s Restaurant is giving us their famous recipe for fried GREEN tomatoes! Take it away, Rufo!  Step 1: Slice your tomatoes.  Great Green Fact: Green tomatoes are simply basic tomatoes that ...

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It’s 4AM. Most alarm clocks won’t even go off for another few hours, but Megan Hall is already hard at work, preparing cookies and bread and other delights for Naborhood Bakery at Gardner Village. Such is the early-bird life of a pastry chef, and Megan loves it. “I bake from 4AM to ...

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When Gardner Village first announced their new Witch in the Kitchen event, my mind went to my own experience. As one who lacks any kitchen prowess, I can sometimes be a bit… well, witchy when it comes to matters of this room in my home.  Boy, was I wrong. Unlike me, Lucinda ...

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If you {heart} tasty treats and photo tricks, you've come to the right place. I recently completed a photo shoot for Naborhood Bakery at Gardner Village and thought it would be fun to share a behind-the-scenes glimpse at this process. If you're one to snap and share pics of your favorite ...

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Get a head tart on your Fourth festivities. Just in time for the summer celebrating, Naborhood Bakery has an easy fruit tart recipe to try. Grab some of your favorite fresh fruit, a package of instant pudding, a tub of whipped cream, and a tart crust, this treat will come together in no ...

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