The Big Table Restaurant/Cafe

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Fri, 13 Jan 2017 21:06:00 +0000

Its a new year and I am determined to make the most of this blog to help people find a love for cooking. That is what has brought me here. I have not been as connected as I should have been because what I loved has becoming my job. But I want to change that! I would like to find my job in my love instead Cooking has always been an enjoyable thing for me. Memories of my mother and grandmother come to mind as I prepare certain dishes that they have shared or taught me. I even have memories of my Dad who never cooked a day in his life that I can remember. But there is not a banana pudding that i make that i don't think of him. I began my career in catering. Cooking for others at parties and events at a very young age. There were times that the whole family pitched in, even dad. The time I was doing a Christmas party and had to cook, peel and de-vein 50 pounds of shrimp.The house smelled for weeks after that and the family let me know it.
Dads favorite Banana Pudding : 1/2 cup sugar, 1/3 cup flour, 3 eggs separated. 2 cups of milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla.Box of Nilla wafers and 5 or 6 Bananas....Put everything but wafers, banana and vanilla in a stainless steel pot (no aluminum) with a heavy bottom. Wisk vigorously till everything is dissolved and has been combined. Put it on a medium heat and continue to stir till it thickens and begins to boil. Take off the Heat and add the vanilla. Put wafers in the bottom of a bowl top with sliced bananas.Add the warm pudding. Continue layering ending with pudding.
* I learned while working at Alpha Medical (as there private chef.) That more wafers are better. I could not put enough wafers in it for these folks.
*I never use meringue. I just don't like it and it does not hold up. So I always top the pudding with fresh whipped cream!!!!!! And of course MORE wafers......Delicious.

The Big Table Restaurant/Cafe: 2013

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 17:50:00 +0000

The Big Table Restaurant/Cafe: 2013: Sounds like we are moving into the future. Happy, Happy Happy New Year from The Big Table. We are taking a short restful break and wil...

2013

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 16:07:00 +0000

Sounds like we are moving into the future.

Happy, Happy Happy New Year from The Big Table.

We are taking a short restful break and will be reopening

on Jan. 8th for regular business hours.

Tuesday through Thursday 11-8 and Friday and Saturday 11-9

We are thankful for all the new faces this past year,for it brings us energy and when are regular friends apear we find comfort and support, I hope they do to. We established The Big Table eight years ago to provide people a place to go where they are welcomed with an atmosphere of comfort and sense of family. We strive to prepare the food from fresh local ingredients with style and great taste. We are always honored to serve you and hope that we have always met your expectations in dining. As a new year begins we want to Thank everyone who has supported us and continues to support us. And also welcome everyone into our establishment to find a place to enjoy food that is prepared with serving you in mind.

See you on January 8 !

Thanks Chattanooga for another great year!

FAll In Tennessee, Thanksgiving Time

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 21:55:00 +0000

The Leaves are changing, the apples are ripened and pumpkins are everywhere. Thanksgiving is just around the corner. When making plans remember The Big Table Turkey packages and all your casseroles needs are right here at The Big Table. I would love to bake a pie for you or fry a Turkey . What ever your needs let us come to your service so that you can enjoy time with family and friends. The Big Table has a wonderful place for your holiday parties hosting 20 to 50, serving dinner to hor's dourves in a quaint and comfortable atmosphere. Just give us a call @ 634-0772 and let us plan your Holiday today.

Gentle comfort falling from the sky

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 15:58:00 +0000

I don't know about you but we are glad to see and smell the rain. Brings out the southern comfort in me. A little vegetable beef soup today along with some poppy seed chicken. And I also found myself motivated to make some Beef Burgundy. It has been a while, but we are always here cooking for you so plese come by for a visit, or just pie and coffee would be nice, Everything is made from scratch just like home. See you soon @ The Big Table

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:44:00 +0000

-The Big Table Up Date

-The Big Table will be hosting a fathers day Brunch On Sunday June 17, so please remember Dad or Granddad for a scrumptious Brunch at The Big Table serving from 11 - 2 . I hope to see you here.
Prime Rib of Beef, Hash Brown Casserole, Daddy's favorite Banana Pudding, Grilled Asparagus, and Fresh Fruit and Salads.

- Change of plans. The Big Table will be closed Tuesday July 3 and 4th for the holiday. We will open back up on Thursday, July 5th and remain open for the rest of the week.

The Big Table

thanks all those who made the month of May the best month in the last two years!

Come see us soon @ The Big Table
and
"remember us for all your catering needs"

A Good Day...(even though you might be feeling bad)

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:30:00 +0000

My daughter gave me a bad cold this weekend...but today, even though I am feeling bad. I have made the best broccoli cheese i have ever made. Put a smile on my face, its not one of my best soups. My casserole came out very well too. A chicken an Artichoke with spinach in a nice lemon cream sauce. And then the strawberry pie with blueberries is a breath of summer.....and so it goes at the Big Table. Even when you might feel bad a little comfort food will warm your heart and put a smile on your face on the worst of days. So remember ; The Big Table for good days and the bad ones as well...we might just be able to turn that day around. Come see us at The Big Table.

Easter Delicious!!!!!!!!!!!!

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 18:27:00 +0000

I hope this finds everyone ready for Easter. We are hosting our Easter Brunch on Sunday from 11-2.
I hope if you don't have plans you will join us. We will open both house's so there won't be a wait.
If you need any pies or desserts of any kind I would be glad to help out. We can also prepare sides for your Easter buffet. Please contact us asap
The Big Table @ 423-=634 -0772.

Happy Easter Everyone.

Wake Up Chattanooga!

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 13:08:00 +0000

Its our monthly Sunday Brunch at The Big Table today starting at 11 with all your breakfast favorites, biscuits and gravy, a spinach and egg frittata, spicy cheesy grits and fresh fruit, cold salads and lunch items as well. I am sure we can satisfy your palate. So be sure to swing by the Big Table at 118 Cross Street at the bottom of Signal Mountain just 10 minutes from town. where there is plenty of parking, porch sitting and relaxation going on. Thanks Chattanooga for seven great years!

Where are you Chattanooga ?

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:09:00 +0000

This business is a hit or miss, sometimes we are rocking and some times we are sleepy," whose to say." Not me.Made a really nice chicken an spinach casserole and a favorite soup or two, 2- squash and cheese and black bean and chicken which rates up there as top soups.
Its porch sitting time and ours is open and clean so you need to come by and see whats happening at the Big Table. I think I just say David make some Crab Cakes for dinner. And remember our Sunday Brunch is this weekend from 11 - 2. So get out and enjoy the day with a Big Table Salad ...and some sunshine on the porch.

Friday night dinner plans

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 14:43:00 +0000

Looking for that special place for lunch or dinner with really tasty food. Remember The Big Table just 10 minutes from town at the bottom of Signal mountain. Where the food is fresh, atmosphere is friendly and the prices are in budget. And don't for get to pick up a bottle of wine on your way. See you at The Big Table!

Today Is Our Birthday..So Happy Birthday to Us.

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 14:53:00 +0000

The Big Table is seven today..".who knew?" Dreams do come true if you work at them hard enough.
Come by and wish us a Happy Birthday and recieve1/2 off any fresh homemade dessert.
Thanks to all for the support and friendships Through the years new and old, it has been an incredible seven years. Here's to Chattanooga... and The Big Table....Lets keep it going!!!!. Thanks again. Enjoy the day!

Find Some Comfort

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:23:00 +0000

They say a storm is brewing but here at The Big Table there is comfort simmering in a pot of Loaded Potato Soup or a rich French Onion, with melted cheesiness. There is all so a chicken pot pie full of chicken and gravy topped with a nice southern biscuit. David is busy prepping his fresh vegetables for dinner, making a remoulade for his Crab Cakes and a nice brown sauce for Pot Roast. Sounds like good comfort to me! Stop by and wish The Big Table a happy birthday and receive half price off on any home made dessert.

Friday Nights

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 20:45:00 +0000

Hey everybody, We are getting ready for a beautiful weekend . So when you are out and about remember Th Big Table. Where you will find Karen making fresh Coconut cream pies and a wonderful Cream of Tomato Soup. David is preparing Shrimp and Crab cakes tonight. We are always up for company, so come on by. Where you will always feel at home and be welcome.

Brunch on Sunday

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 22:50:00 +0000

Just a reminder that the Big Table will be open for brunch and lunch this Sunday from 11 -2 . If you are out and about I hope that you can make it by for some biscuits and gravy, egg fritata, fresh fruit and top round of beef. We will also be serving lunch as well so please come by and see us at The Big Table.118 Cross Street @ The bottom of signal mountain. See you soon!

Sunday Brunch @ The Big Table

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:16:00 +0000

The third Sunday of the month is coming up and we are preparing for our Brunch. We will be serving top round of beef with a little German Chocolate Cake ( My favorite and its my birthday) Also there will be our famous egg fritata, biscuits and gravy and all the trimmings. We would love to see you here at The Big Table .
Sunday from 11 -2 @ 118 Cross Street, 634-0772.

Beautiful Week

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:36:00 +0000

Looking at a beautiful week this week. Need to enjoy it with your favorite people having a nice lunch at the Big Table. Enjoying a fresh casserole of the day tetrazzini and beef stroganoff or keep it simple with a half and half . A little corn chowder or white bean 'n chicken with our famous Big table salad. ( A mix baby green salad covered with strawberries, pears , feta and toasted walnuts........) Then there is always a nice quite dinner of Crab cakes, Fillet of beef or a Pork Schnitzel followed with a luscious piece of Chocolate chess pie or better yet a piece of coconut cream pie. Big Table come see us for your Valentine treat........

Soup is ON!!!!!!

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:19:00 +0000

Cream of Chicken and Wild Rice Soup today to sooth the soul on such a rainy day. Or maybe you would like to kick it up a notch with a spicy vegetarian black bean soup. Either will comfort you on such a miserable day. Our casseroles are the popular Chicken Tetrazini and and a really nice Chicken Divan. Sandwiches for the day are the chicken salad, Reuben, Club wrap and roast chicken. But if you can t make lunch David is serving fresh Salmon this week and a really nice pan seared filet with balsamic mushrooms. Be sure to get by and see us here at The Big Table. And a big Thank you to all our friends on Face book for mentioning us to nooga.com.

January Rain

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:22:00 +0000

What a nasty day outside ..good for hot soup and baking. Made a Creamy Tomato soup today and White bean and ham for the hearty. Baked a pineapple upside down cake for the first time. It is like candy...I love a good pineapple. Also made a coconut cream pie because it seems to becoming the pie of choice these days. How bout a nice warm bowl of soup and a sweet piece of pie @ The Big Table. See you there!

Sunday Brunch @ The Big Table

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 02:57:00 +0000

GOOOOOD MORNING CHATTANOOGA!!!!!!!!

The Big Table is hosting their Sunday Brunch today from 11 -2.
Need to get by and enjoy all your favorites. Dave's famous biscuits and gravy, French Toast, Apple wood Bacon, Hash brown Casserole, Grilled Asparagus, Ham and Cheese Omelets, Egg Fritata, and Garlic Roasted Pork Tenderloin. We are also serving our daily lunch menu. I hope that you will come by and enjoy. It has been a good week back and thanks to all our customers that have come by.

Snow?

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:48:00 +0000

As we are preparing for the snow???? Come and get a nice pot of homemade vegetable soup to get snowed in with. Made some Poppy Seed Chicken today with a nice mushroom Marsala sauce. Not sure whats next on my agenda but I am sure it will involve cooking up something. Big Table is Host the Sunday Brunch This Sunday the 15th 11 - 2. Looking forward to biscuits and gravy, egg fritata and a Roast Pork tenderloin.. so i will be making Cuban sandwiches as well . Oh don't for get the Big table banana pudding...yummmmmmmm
See you soon at The Big Table. Tuesday through Sat. 11- 8 : 11-9 on weekends

Back in the groove

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 20:30:00 +0000

The Big Table is back and had a great first day. Been backing up a storm today, Carrot Cake, Key lime pie, and Chocolate chess. Made a few really good casseroles, Spinach and Sun dried tomato, and Beef pot pie. David is bringing back the fillet this week. Made everyone's favorite yesterday apple pear chutney to go on the Pane or a grilled pork chop. You need to come by the Big Table and enjoy some favorite foods and company.
Hosting the Big Table Brunch on Sunday the 15th, open from 11-2.
Hope to see you soon.

Jumping to New Year

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 17:49:00 +0000

We are open for lunch and dinner today and the rest of the week. Made a creamy pot of potato soup today and the Black bean and chicken is another house favorite. Trying to mix things up a bit with a little Mexican Lasagna and our regular Chicken tettrazini. David is already in the kitchen working on dinner and planning a wonderful meal for New Years Eve. Come by and see us where the soup is always fresh and Hot. The Crab cakes are being made daily and the New York Strip steak is grilled to perfection.

Casseroles for Ever Occasion

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 19:12:00 +0000

I am the Queen of casseroles....... 45 servings of Cranberry dressing, 35 servings of sweet potato casserole, 25 servings squash casserole, 10 servings broccoli casserole, 6 servings of corn casserole, 5.....Pumpkin pies, 4 Chocolate chess, 3 Coconut Cream, 2 Key lime and a Roast Turkey to go! Merry Christmas everyone from The Big Table. Have a wonderful Holiday!

Todays Menu

noreply@blogger.com (bigtablecafe) — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 16:45:00 +0000

In cooking, some days you have the feel and some days ....well. But to day I am feeling it. Made a beautiful shrimp chowder for lunch along with a three bean and ham soup. The casserole today is a "Cordon Bleu" which is a glorified macaroni and cheese with ham and the cheesiest cream sauce ever. I hope that you can come by and enjoy some of this loveliness. See you soon at The Big Table.