By Lanier Laney
Richard Wilson, the executive chef at Maggie’s Pub, won the Cast Iron Chef Cookoff, while Vivi Verity won for her desserts at last weekend’s two day “Bottles & Barrels” held at Habersham Marketplace. The Southern Living Magazine inspired event featured 13 wines and 12 beers during the tasting on Saturday afternoon. And a wonderful food demonstration was led by Southern Living Test Kitchen Chef Robby Melvin, who also created a delicious Sunday Brunch featuring the Southern Living ingredient of the year, bacon, along with locally sourced ingredients. Here are some pics for you:
