We are beyond thrilled to welcome James Beard Award–winning chef, celebrated cookbook author, restaurateur, and Netflix Next Gen Chef mentor and judge Kelsey Barnard Clark to The Gallery by Andiamo Lodge for a very special evening  book signing.

Known for her bold Southern flavors, effortless hospitality, and unforgettable culinary style, Chef Kelsey has become one of the most celebrated voices in food today. From her acclaimed restaurant KBC to national television screens, she continues to inspire food lovers across the country — and now she’s bringing that magic to Mentone.

Join us Friday, July 10 | 4–7 PM at The Gallery by Andiamo Lodge to meet Kelsey in person, sip, shop, mingle, and get your signed copy of her latest cookbook, The Flavor of Fire.

Come say hello, meet Kelsey, and experience the flavor, warmth, and spirit behind one of today’s most exciting culinary talents.

This is not just a dinner.
This is not just a live fire cooking demo.
This is the event of the summer at Andiamo Lodge.

We are beyond excited to welcome James Beard Award–winning chef, celebrated cookbook author, and Netflix Next Gen Chef mentor and judge, Kelsey Barnard Clark, to Andiamo for an unforgettable live fire Demo + Dine experience.

Chef Kelsey—the force behind the acclaimed restaurant KBC in Dothan, Alabama, and author of Southern Grit, Southern Get-Togethers, and the newly released The Flavor of Fire—has built a national following for her soulful, refined approach to Southern cooking. Her style is rooted in tradition yet effortlessly modern, where every detail matters and every gathering tells a story.

But this experience is about so much more than what’s on the plate.

This is a masterclass in entertaining.
The flowers.
The fire.
The table.
The layering of flavors, textures, scent, music, conversation, and atmosphere.

It’s about creating an experience that feels alive.

Guests will gather around the fire as Kelsey shares her approach to open-fire cooking, effortless entertaining, and the art of making people feel deeply welcomed. Expect incredible food, beautiful tablescapes, thoughtful details, and the kind of evening that lingers long after the last bite.

A sensory explosion of smoke, flavor, beauty, storytelling, and Southern hospitality—Andiamo style.  

Come hungry. Come inspired. Leave wanting to host everyone you know.

Learn the art of fly fishing at Andiamo Lodge, where the rhythm of the river becomes part of the experience. Guests will be introduced to the fundamentals of fly fishing — from understanding the difference between conventional and fly fishing to learning the anatomy of the rod, reel, line, and leader.

Along the way, we’ll explore casting techniques, the beauty and purpose of fly selection, and the unique ecosystem of Little River and Little River Canyon. Nestled within the remarkable Mobile Basin — often called “America’s Amazon” for its extraordinary biodiversity — these waters offer an unforgettable setting to connect with both nature and tradition.

Whether you’re stepping into the river for the first time or simply looking to slow down and learn something new, this experience is about more than fishing — it’s about immersion, storytelling, and the timeless pull of the water. Price includes drinks and snacks.

Donna Letier is the co-founder and CEO of Gardenuity, a gardening and wellness company transforming the way people experience gardening in everyday life. Through thoughtfully designed garden experiences for homes and workplaces, Gardenuity helps make gardening more accessible, successful, and meaningful for modern living.

Known for connecting gardening with mental well-being, connection, nutrition, and personal growth, Donna has helped position gardening as more than a hobby — but as a daily wellness practice that supports healthier, more grounded lives.

Under her leadership, Gardenuity has partnered with leading brands, employers, and organizations across the country to bring gardening experiences into workplaces, wellness initiatives, and homes. Her work sits at the intersection of wellness, human connection, sustainability, and experiential design.

Donna is a sought-after speaker known for her authentic storytelling and her belief that growth — in business and in life — begins with tending what matters most.

We are so excited to welcome cookbook author Jimmy Proffitt back to Andiamo Lodge for two special experiences celebrating Appalachian food, storytelling, and hospitality.

Join us for an intimate evening at The Gallery by Andiamo where guests will have the opportunity to meet Jimmy, purchase a signed copy of his cookbook, and enjoy a few sips and nibbles while gathering around good conversation and Southern hospitality.

Set inside the beautiful Gallery at Moon Lake Village, this relaxed evening offers the perfect chance to connect with Jimmy and celebrate the traditions, flavors, and stories that inspire his work.

We look forward to welcoming you for this special evening at The Gallery by Andiamo.

Come bake some cornbread with Jimmy Proffitt, author of Seasoned In Appalachia, and learn the Appalachian tradition of making cornbread by memory, feel, and taste. This won’t be just any pan of cornbread though — this will be your cornbread.

In this hands-on class, Jimmy will walk you through his worksheet for developing a recipe that tells your family’s story and can be passed down from one generation to the next. Along the way, you’ll learn how small changes in cornmeal, flavors, texture, and technique can turn a simple skillet of cornbread into something deeply personal.

He’s bringing the cornmeal and plenty of cast iron. You just bring your creativity and a hunger for stirring up a little tradition of your own.

Includes cocktails/nibbles and your cornbread creations.

Born and raised in England Chef Notter started baking at a young age, then attended culinary school while working part time in a bakery. After graduating she had the opportunity to work in Germany for Konditorei Heinmann where she spent 3 years learning about European pastries and confections. Switzerland followed and more experience with chocolate at Confiserie Bachmann in Luzern and Confiserie Honold in Zurich. While working in Zurich she started taking sugar classes with Ewald Notter, Susan then joined the school full time gaining more experience with pulled and blown sugar and eventually teaching classes alongside Ewald. The school grew and became internationally renowned, this led to world- wide travel, including the USA to teach and demonstrate the art of pulled and blown sugar to many chefs.

In 2000 she moved to Alabama to open the Pastry and Baking division of Cuilinard, at Virginia College. Chef Notter has spent many years in the education field, teaching and as program director of pastry arts programs. In addition to this she has represented the country multiple times and the Culinary Olympics in Germany, placed 3 rd at the Queen of Pastry in Italy and successfully coached 1 st and 2 nd place winners at the same competition. She has appeared on numerous Food Network shows including Halloween Wars where she had the honor of being part of the winning team on the first season.

After spending the past 4 years as one of Felchlin‘s Corporate Pastry Chefs based in the USA representing the company with technical support for the US market she has now opened her own Chocolate boutique – Elizabeth Moore Chocolates in Pelham AL< where she creates fine European chocolates, teaches classes and designs dessert programs to meet the needs of chefs in the current market.

Enjoy single origin sourced chocolate from the world's finest growing regions including Ecuador, Madagascar, Bolivia and Venezuela. 

Paired to complement and enhance the flavor profiles of selected spirits from renowned Alabama distiller John Emerald.

Each participant will receive a tasting guide to follow while sampling, savoring and discussing how the flavors interact together.

Mold, carve, and decorate your very own chocolate owl. In this class, you will learn how to handle chocolate, mold, sculpt, and shape correctly. Decorating with modeling chocolate creates the features and brings the owl to life. Each participant will also create decorative elements such as fall leaves, mushrooms, and berries to enhance their showpiece.

Join us for a series of Live Fire Cooking Experiences at Andiamo Lodge—where smoke, flames, and flavor come together in the most unforgettable way. What could be more fun than gathering around the fire, tasting incredible dishes, and learning the art of cooking over open flames? From sizzling grills to crackling wood fires, each session is a hands-on adventure that will awaken your inner chef and leave your taste buds dancing.

Salt is the most powerful ingredient in the kitchen — and the least understood. Join Colleen Duffley for a guided tasting experience at Andiamo Lodge that explores the world of gourmet salts, from the subtle crunch of Maldon to the smoky depth of sea salts kissed by fire. Equal parts education and indulgence, this is a master class in flavor — with a pinch of humor, naturally. It’s part tasting, part travelogue, and entirely seasoned to perfection.

Come grow with us! Join us as we welcome the founders  of Garduenity for a hands-on experience at Andiamo Lodge, where you’ll dig into the art and joy of gardening,  Lets get Dirty 

Pull up a chair for yet another “Conversations at  the Andiamo Table.”  This time with the amazing Bo Walker .

Learn  the story behind Bo Walker’s journey from Beer maker to small-batch rum maker. Expect tales of craftsmanship, a splash of adventure, and a taste (or two) of the liquid magic that makes his rums unforgettable.

Join Andiamo Lodge for a foraging adventure like no other — at the world’s longest yard sale! Hunt for hidden treasures, snag the best deals, and discover what’s trending, then return for food, drinks, and a lively roundup where we share the spoils of the day. Who says treasure hunting can’t come with cocktails?