{"id":3178,"date":"2012-08-21T14:58:21","date_gmt":"2012-08-21T19:58:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thelocalvoice.net\/oxford\/?p=3178"},"modified":"2018-02-09T13:58:46","modified_gmt":"2018-02-09T19:58:46","slug":"savoring-simplicity-an-evening-at-olivias-corner-market-by-nature-humphries-from-tlv-162","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thelocalvoice.net\/oxford\/savoring-simplicity-an-evening-at-olivias-corner-market-by-nature-humphries-from-tlv-162\/","title":{"rendered":"Savoring Simplicity: An Evening At Olivia’s Corner Market"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\"\"A minimalist sign along the side of County Road 335 in Taylor<\/strong> announces \u201cSTEAK HOUSE,\u201d and right up the road in the picturesque Plein Air<\/strong> neighborhood, Olivia\u2019s Corner Market<\/strong><\/span> beckons. The menu mirrors the minimalist attitude, as Chef Allen Sanders<\/strong><\/span> (click link to read his “Cook of the House” interview from TLV #162)<\/em><\/a> believes that quality products are best left unfussed with. And the quality here is indisputable\u2014steaks, catfish, pasta. Period. Rather than pondering an over-complicated menu, you can spend your time enjoying yourself, perhaps by admiring the stylish dining room d\u00e9cor or your date\u2019s dazzling smile. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Allen has a passion for cooking that you can taste in every bite of his food. His focus on quality starts by utilizing local ingredients whenever possible. The beef comes from Stan\u2019s Country Store<\/strong>, the catfish is from the Mississippi Delta, and most of their veggies are grown by the friendly farmers out at Yokna(patawpha) Bottoms<\/strong>. There\u2019s even a little garden outside next door where they get ultra-fresh herbs and such. Those of you who are locavores will appreciate that level of attention. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"One of the standouts on the appetizer list is the fried green tomatoes. They\u2019re served with a crawfish sauce that has a surprising kick; it\u2019s spicy and creamy and completely delicious. Or perhaps you crave tamales? Yes, please\u2014Delta style. Stuffed mushrooms are another tasty option, but make sure you save room for the star of the show, the steaks. Chef Sanders cooks those first-class cuts of meat over a charcoal grill out behind the restaurant, and trust me when I say that you would be a fool to even think of wrecking them with steak sauce. I\u2019m not sure what goes into the mystery liquid that he brushes over them, sending up a mouthwatering burst of flames, but it\u2019s just the right balance of flavor to compliment the smokiness and bring out the steak\u2019s flavor.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Another big plus to Olivia\u2019s is the option to brown bag<\/strong><\/span>. This means that you can bring your own beverages and they will accommodate you with ice, mixers, and stemware. You can grab a table inside the cozy dining room, or outside within view of the Plein Air amphitheatre (where there will be live music on the weekends\u2014stay tuned for details). So whether you\u2019re looking for a great date night destination, want to have a fun group get-together, or if you\u2019re just in the mood for a killer steak, you need to get out to Olivia\u2019s.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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