Bright Moments: Strawberry & Vanilla Chantilly Layered Cake

by @brightmomentco Servings: 8-10 Ingredients: For the Vanilla Chantilly: 2 1/2 cups cake flour, or all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 cup granulated cane sugar 5 […]
The Sweet Spot: Bobby Boy Bakeshop

PHOTOS BY MEGAN BLACK PHOTOGRAPHY Over the last couple of years, I had heard nothing but praise for Bobby Boy Bakeshop’s coffee and pastries, more specifically their croissants, so I […]
A Bright Moment: Creamy Italian Lemon Chicken

Imagine a creamy alfredo sauce meets lemon chicken piccata – simple, elegant, and oh so flavorful! The tender, pan-seared chicken absorbs the creamy lemon sauce as it simmers for a […]
Forsyth Mags Foodie Visits HakkaChow Asian Eats

PHOTOS BY LAUREN SEPHTON When it comes to authentic, high quality Asian dining with wonderfully balanced classic dishes and an ambiance that is unmatched, HakkaChow Asian Eats ranks as the […]
(Easy & Fast) Tomato Bisque Soup (using Fresh Tomatoes)

BY @BRIGHTMOMENTCO / LAUREN SEPHTON This easy tomato bisque soup has incredible flavor with its freshly roasted tomatoes, oregano, and thyme that have been pulsed with a few […]
Forsyth Mags Foodie Review: Black Mountain Chocolate

Beginning in the heart of the beautiful NC mountains in 2007, Black Mountain Chocolate quickly escalated to bring only the finest crafted chocolate in North Carolina, created from the […]
A Bright Moment, February Recipes

Sparkling Blood Orange Mocktail This winter mocktail is made with simple ingredients for a refreshing, festive, and nonalcoholic drink for a girls’ night in! Servings: 2 Prep Time: 5 […]
Forsyth Mags Foodie Review: Davie Tavern

Located in the heart of Advance is a family owned business that makes dining out a memorable encounter. From food and drinks to atmosphere and service, Davie Tavern is your […]
Easy Mongolian Chicken

Recipe by Lauren Sephton, @brightmomentco Servings: 4 Prep Time: 10 Cook Time: 15 Total Time: 25 Ingredients 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts, finely chopped 2 tbsp. flour […]
Ham & Swiss Sliders with a Peach-Poppyseed Glaze

Servings: 12 Prep Time: 10 Cook Time: 25 Total Time: 35 Ingredients: 1 12-count package Hawaiian rolls 3/4 lb. ham, cooked, thinly sliced 3/4 lb. swiss cheese, thinly […]