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Yahoo
01-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
'Beloved' Restaurant Unexpectedly Closes After Nearly 20 Years
Sarris Cafe, a popular restaurant and cafe in Pelham, Alabama, announced last Tuesday that it was closing up shop after two decades of service. The cafeteria-style establishment known for its Southern favorites shared the sad news in a Facebook post. The closure was effective immediately, with Tuesday being the final day of service. "We are incredibly grateful for the love, support and memories shared with each and every one of you," the post reads. "Your loyalty made this more than a cafe--it became a community, a home, a family. "Thank you for letting us serve you. We will cherish these moments forever." Opened by George Sarris, an immigrant from Greece in 2005, Sarris Cafe had been owned since 2016 by Nick Sarris, George's nephew. According to the longtime proprietor, financial concerns were the reason for the sudden shutdown. 'The profit margins aren't there like they used to be and margins for food are up higher than they were, so it's kind of a break-even restaurant right now," Sarris told "I was keeping it open for the employees, but I just got to a point where it was too much for me to not have anything coming back from it.' Fans of the restaurant shared their disappointment in the comments' section of the Sarris Cafe Facebook post. "So sad to hear this. My sister and I ate there every Sunday. Great food and wonderful people. Please tell Nicole and Jasmine we will miss them and we will miss all of you!" one woman wrote. "Sarris Cafe, you will be deeply missed - not just for your amazing food, but for the love and warmth you brought to our community," a second woman added. "I'm so sorry! What a loss for all of us in Pelham!" a third said. The official Sarris Cafe website does not list the restaurant as closed yet, but its menu page only includes the food options for May 27, the last day of business. 'Beloved' Restaurant Unexpectedly Closes After Nearly 20 Years first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 1, 2025
CBS News
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Dolly Parton brings Southern comfort to frozen food in new partnership
Dolly Parton has music hits that span decades, but now she's opening up about a new initiative involving her efforts to bring Southern comfort food to family tables. Parton is releasing her own line of frozen meals, including chicken and dumplings, shrimp and grits and country fried steak. During "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday, Parton said the inspiration for the idea came from her childhood and family. "I am a good Southern cook. I grew up eating good, Southern food and learned how to cook it coming from a big family and my aunts and my mom and my grandmas. So that's just a natural thing for country women to know how to cook," she said. Parton added it stemmed from the success with her baking mixes with Duncan Hines. "We thought, well, what else can we do because everybody loved it," Parton said. "I have always wanted to have my own line of frozen foods, where you can really have – there's good dishes, and just reach out into the refrigerator, pull them out and just eat them. Just heat and eat." Beyond her desire to create these Southern-style dishes, Parton spoke about the loss of her husband, Carl Dean. She said she's grateful for the love and support she's received since his death in March. The two were married for more than 60 years. "I've been staying busy, which that's always better for me. Of course… when you lose someone you love and when you have been with them for 60 years, that's a big loss," Parton said. "You have to learn new patterns, new ways, new thoughts and all that. I'll always miss him, but I try to bring him into all the things I'm doing." When asked about an online petition to rename the Nashville airport after her, Parton laughed, saying, "I'm very flattered. … I don't think anybody's that serious about that. We all make jokes about if it was that. ... It's a nice compliment."
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
SU Graduation Weekend Rush: Families Dive into Syracuse's Small Buisnesses
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV)—Downtown Syracuse is loud, lively, and packed this weekend, with graduation celebrations filling Armory Square and local businesses buzzing. One spot that's right in the middle of the action is The Whiskey Coop, a new fan-favorite known for its delicious Southern-style fried chicken sandwiches. 'We've been booked solid all weekend,' says Joe Shutter-Beaver, the manager at The Whiskey Coop. 'The kitchen went full speed from 4 p.m. until we closed at 10 p.m. last night, and the bar stayed packed until 1 a.m. It's been non-stop, but that's what we love about this weekend.' Graduation weekend brings a unique energy to the city, bringing thousands of out-of-towners to the heart of Syracuse. Many choose to celebrate the occasion with a meal at local restaurants. For The Whiskey Coop, that means back-to-back tables, nonstop orders, and plenty of celebrations, making it one of the year's busiest weekends. 'We fry our chicken the Southern classic way—in pork lard. You won't find a better chicken sandwich in Upstate New York,' says Joe, nodding at the restaurant's most popular feature. With the crowd, Syracuse's streets packed with visitors, and parking spaces at a premium, Joe and his team have made a plan of attack: 'We staffed extra heavy. I told all the staff to leave early because parking is going to be an issue. The streets are packed, hotels are full, but we're ready for it,' he says. The energy is contagious, and not just the customers feel it. Graduation brings a different kind of energy. Families are emotional, everyone's in a celebratory mood, and for us, it's a rush we look forward to. 'Everybody is having a good time,' Joe says. 'That's what we're all about—a good time bar. When you leave here, you'll feel like you made a best friend in your server.' Walk Away from the Maddness: Stretch your legs with a short drive to Chittenango Falls or visit Burnet Park and the Rosamond Gifford Zoo. Sip and Celebrate: Grab a toast-worthy drink at local favorites like Middle Ages Brewing, Eastwood Brewing, or 1911 Tasting Room. Shop Local: From Bee Kind in Tipp Hill to Wildflowers Armory downtown, there's no shortage of local gifts to mark the occasion. Wine Trips: Head to Skaneateles for a sip at Anyela's Vineyards or enjoy a sunset over Strigo Vineyards in Baldwinsville. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
