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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Eggplant Dip
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September 26, 2024

I prepared the Barefoot Contessa’s Eggplant Gratin for dinner one night. The next day, David was scooping the leftovers on a crostini and eating it as an appetizer with cocktails. I am always looking for […]

Cabbage Salad
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September 16, 2024

My dear friend Betty introduced me to this salad, and I thought it was delicious. It is easy to make with simple ingredients and comes together quickly. I tweaked her recipe slightly and recently served […]

Tuna Stuffed Shells
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August 27, 2024

This recipe is so easy, it is like not cooking at all. And so versatile – I have served it as an appetizer or luncheon or light dinner with a caprese salad. It uses mostly […]

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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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