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Did Someone Say Fried Chicken?

by Sameka Jenkins
Carolima's Southern Fried Chicken
  It's  National Chicken Month and I'm excited about it. Chicken is one of the most universal proteins we consume. When we're planning events and ...
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Made from Scratch or Nah?

by Sameka Jenkins
Sweet Potato Biscuits
We enjoy sharing our story with clients and industry partners when we have events. Often times they've never heard of us (crazy right?) or they're...
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School is in session!

by Sameka Jenkins
School is in session!
Summer is quickly coming to an end when the kids head back to school. It's been a great one for our family and we're excited to have our two "grai...
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Father's Day Thank You

by Sameka Jenkins
Happy Father's Day
I was watching a Tic Tok video and one of my favorite comedians, Ali Siddiq was making a joke about Father's Day and how it ranks with holidays like Mother's Day.  He said that Mother's Day is the 2nd highest celebrated holiday. Christmas is ranked #1
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A Smile is Contagious

by Sameka Jenkins
A Smile is Contagious
Have you ever just passed someone in a store and they smiled at you? You probably smiled back and immediately felt happy.
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It's time to Collaborate

by Sameka Jenkins
Importance of Collaboration The dictionary defines collaboration as: col·lab·o·ra·tion (kəˌlabəˈrāSHən) noun. The action of working together with ...
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Wedding Guests - Who Should Make the Cut?

by Sameka Jenkins
Wedding Guests - Who Should Make the Cut?
Recently we've been receiving calls for weddings with 200 plus guests. While I understand we are nearing the end of strict Covid-19 guidelines, I c...
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Wedding Dinner Options

by Sameka Jenkins
When planning a wedding the food is always a fun topic and we love discussing delicious menu options with our couples. Then comes the question of H...
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Top 3 Reasons to Hire a Caterer

by Sameka Jenkins
I love hosting parties and get togethers just like most of you. Before I create a guest list, decide on decor, or the music I think about the food ...
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Pound Cake-A Symbol of Southern Hospitality

by Sameka Jenkins
Pound Cake-A Symbol of Southern Hospitality
I'm proud to admit that we still make pound cakes here at Carolima's Dessert Boutique and we appreciate every customer who places an order. 'Cause at the end of the day there's nothing like a slice of good old fashioned pound cake!
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