Recipes & Catering based in North Georgia

Raymond Smith is a Gainesville, Georgia based food enthusiast and caterer. Chopin Entertains offers recipes, food blogging, and catering services in North Georgia.

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Creamed Spinach
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July 31, 2022

Spinach originated in Persia and was carried by traders first to India and then China. It is debatable where Creamed Spinach first appeared, but it is widely popular in South Africa and as a steak […]

Casserole of Sweet Vidalias
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June 12, 2022

My friend Veran gave me a bag of Vidalia onions. Vidalias are a sweet onion historically grown in the town of Vidalia, Georgia and is Georgia’s official state vegetable. The state legislature even passed the […]

Antipasto Skewers
5 (2)

May 23, 2022

Antipasto is the traditional first course of a formal Italian meal and is intended to whet the appetite of the guests. Traditionally, it is served on a large board or platter and guests help themselves. […]

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Raymond Smith is a North Georgia native, and has spent over 20 years cooking delicious meals and catering special events. He's a food enthusiast, entertainer, and loves all things food and hosting.

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