In the summertime, when it's time to cool down, most of us grab a scoop or two from a local ice cream shop! This summer--we're on a whole other crave! Fro-Yo (or to be correct, frozen yogurt) has give us the chills as it's come on the scene! It's my not-so guilty pleasure... Fro-yo is a less fattening and more refreshing alternative to the traditional... [Read more...]

When it's hot outside, a cold brew is definitely in order! Do you fancy the bar and brew in town, known to most of us as Bosco's Beer? Although a chain restaurant, Bosco's Beer is still a unique experience to beer lovers in Franklin! The beer at Bosco's claims its difference based on: freshness (never warm, coldly stored and packaged to prevent staleness),... [Read more...]

Mother's Day is just around the corner, May 8. And if your mother is anything like mine, she'll be expecting something special to be given to-- or done for-- her, no exceptions. If you're light on ideas on what to do for Mom, one easy option is to ship yourselves off to a Mother's Day brunch! To make a day of it, why not go to the big city (Nashville)... [Read more...]

Who’s in the mood for steaks? Nearby restaurant Stoney River Legendary Steaks is creating a buzz all around town with its tenderly cooked steaks and delicious appetizers. According to its website, it is described as, “a place for legendary steaks, traditional favorites and creative flavors — in a classic lodge atmosphere, casual with contemporary style... [Read more...]

When it comes to the morning time, there's nothing that I enjoy more, or helps me get through the day more than a good, hot cup of coffee. I love experimenting with all of the different creamers, especially anything that contains vanilla, caramel, chocolate, or cinnamon. When the winter/holidays roll around, I love to try holiday flavors such as pumpkin... [Read more...]

Hey South Wind Apartments! Looking for something a little different to grace your Thanksgiving dinner table this year? Try a new kind of dessert: Pumpkin Bars. Ingredients: 4 eggs 1 2/3 cups granulated sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 15-ounce can pumpkin 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1... [Read more...]

Hey South Wind residents! Sometimes, you just really don't feel like cooking, (I know I don't), and you'd rather eat at a restaurant for dinner.  Well, luckily for you, there are a good number of restaurants in the Franklin area that  you can choose from. One great restaurant is Wild Ginger on on Market Exchange Crt. Wild Ginger is pretty much an Asian inspired... [Read more...]

Hey South Wind Apartments! As much as you may dread it, the holiday shopping season is fast approaching. I like to get my shopping done early to beat the rush, so I'm beginning to think about gifts now. For those of you who are thinking of wine as a gift but don't what kind to get, or can't find them locally, then this list, courtesy of tennessean.com,... [Read more...]

Hey South Wind! Get your sweet tooth ready! Coming up on August 14 is the Sugar Social put on by Gabe's Gurl Event Productions. This event sounds heavenly! It's an evening of socializing, discovering, shopping, and basking in the luxury of beautiful desserts, confections, and chocolates. They will also showcase favorites and the newest tastes, including... [Read more...]

I love variety when I cook! Especially when it comes to grilling. Sometimes you get tired of the staples: steaks, ribs, hot dogs, chicken. You may want a little something different, like grilled veggies or turkey burgers or salmon. Here's a quick video on how to grill salmon like a pro! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWcq8OizGvg&feature=PlayList&p=F6653433E81628BB&playnext_from=PL&index=34&playnext=1 Read More →

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