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paul pearman belt buckles
Paul Pearman follows two simple rules
when producing his much-in-demand
mosaic art. It must be functional and
it must be beautiful. By far his most
popular work are belt buckles encrusted
in polished stone, colored glass and
occasionally the odd fossil. They have
proven popular not only with local
collectors, but the like of Keith Richards
and Sheryl Crow as well.
t’s restaurant hushpuppies The hushpuppy is not, in itself, that exotic.
But if this simple corn fritter has a spiritual home, it is probably the Southside
mainstay T’s. Yes, the fried fish and shrimp is pretty incredible, but mention this
restaurant to any of its fans and the first thing mentioned will be those pups.
kricket krap Around here, gardeners-in-the-know look one place for fertilizer
– crickets. More specifically, they look to Kricket Krap – a locally sourced cricket
compost. Founded by Bill Bricker, Bricker Organics – or Bricko for short – produces
a variety of compost, plant food and fertilizer products. Still, it’s a cottage industry
built on the foundation of Kricket Krap.
tire city potters Local artist Shishir Chokshi has managed to make what
was once a small studio tucked into an old tire store – hence the name – off Broad
Street into a destination for collectors seeking locally produced art. Not only will
patrons find hand-thrown cups, vases and plates available for per-piece purchase,
but Chokshi will takes custom orders for dinnerware sets.
COMMUNITY
disc golf Everyone knows Augusta is a golf
mecca. What kind of golf depends on who you
ask. The headquarters for the Professional Disc
Golf Association is located in the quiet community
of Appling – just a short drive down Washington
Road from the Augusta National. The venue
features three courses, a practice facility, museum
and, if you want to dress – or throw – like a pro,
they can hook you up there as well.
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