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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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Crumpets from The Secret Garden
5 (3)

April 27, 2022

We recently went to see the musical adaptation of The Secret Garden, a century-old book by Frances Hodgson Burnett. The tale is based upon orphaned Mary who comes to live with her wealthy uncle in […]

Potato Stacks
5 (3)

March 23, 2022

I have said it before, and I will say it again: I never met a potato I did not like! And Potato Stacks are no exception. They have been making their rounds in culinary circles […]

Buttermilk Pie
4.5 (2)

March 20, 2022

Buttermilk Pie is as southern as grits. It is known as a “desperation pie” and was common before refrigeration and canned pie fillings, and during times of hardship like the Great Depression and rationing of […]

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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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