These biscuiTs are anyThing buT basic

DELLA JONES, XI

Imaginethis:youwalkinto a magnificent cafe where you are greeted by the smell of warm, fresh biscuits and hot coffee. This could be your perfect weekend morning if you go to Basic Biscuits, Kindness, andCoffee,whichisalocally-owned business located in Grandview Heights.

Despite the name, Basic Biscuits is pretty special. The shop is hidden on Goodale Street, but it can be distinctly noticed by the bright yellow lawn chairs outside. The owner had a vision of creating abeethemethroughoutthebreakfast restaurant, so she continued the yellow and black theme inside, along with honeycomb-shaped tiles and free bee stickers at the cash register.

Even the hexagonal biscuits look like they were made in a hive!

But here is where the real magic is: in the food. They offer biscuit sandwiches, which are a simple egg and cheese served on a buttermilk biscuit with your choice of meat. If that doesn’t sound appealing, there is a wide variety of mini biscuits to choose from. They all can be served upon request with a hearty, made-by-your-grandmaesque sausage gravy. Everything is made from a simple biscuit dough. Even the ooey-gooey cinnamon rolls and the flaky quiche crust are made from the same dough, which is something deliciously unique to this charming breakfast gem.

Basic Biscuits is a local, woman-owned business that aims to support other local businesses. The meat for the sandwiches, the jam for the occasional special, and even the coffee that holds a special place in the name of the Basic Biscuit, Kindness, and Coffee are sourced from other businesses that play an integral part in the Columbus community. So if you’re looking for the perfect breakfast spot to grab a tasty biscuit (or two, they are quite addictive), arguably the best cinnamon roll in the city, or you just want to show support to the Columbus community, Basic Biscuits, Kindness, and Coffee is your perfect destination! You might even see CSG’s very own Ms. Nelson working behind the counter.

Pictured right: Welcome to Basic Biscuits. Photo courtesy of breakfastwithnick.com

Spring into April with this Tasty Vingarette!

DELLA JONES, XI

Looking for a light, tasty springtime salad dressing? This parsley and maple vinaigrette tinted with hints of sweetness might be for you! It is paired well with crisp greens and crunchy veggies.Are you hooked yet?

Here is the recipe:

• 1 medium shallot, minced

• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced

(optional)

• ¼ cup flat leaf parsley, roughly chopped

•

½ tablespoon sugar

• ⅛ cup maple syrup

• ¼ cup dijon mustard

• ⅛ cup red wine vinegar

• ⅛ cup white balsamic vinegar

• 1 ¼ cup olive oil

Directions:

1. Combine minced shallots, parsley, and optional garlic in a food processor/blender with mustard and sugar

2. With machine running, add vinegars followed by maple syrup

3. Add olive oil in a slow stream

4. Season with salt and pepper to taste!

This recipe makes about a pint (16 oz). Adjust the measurements as needed. and enjoy!