Tag: Knoxville

  • County Tres Leche

    Yee haw! This is a good way to end a meal, have a snack, or simply enjoy a new cultural twist on a classic treat. Mahasti presented The Tomato Head’s recipe for “Country Tres Leche” on WBIR this weekend. What makes it country? The recipe is based upon The Tomato Head’s “Best Biscuits” recipe, instead…

  • The Tomato Head’s Fried Green Tomatoes

    The South in the summer? Friend green tomatoes. The two things are synonymous and equally loved. Mahasti’s sharing The Tomato Head’s recipe for fried green tomatoes and both the Maryville and Knoxville restaurants will be serving them today as an appetizer accompanied by a honey mustard dressing. Tomato Head’s Fried Green Tomatoes 1.5 pounds green…

  • Tomato Head’s Father’s Day Buttermilk Cake with Fresh Strawberries and Blueberries

    Every holiday needs a little something special cooked up to celebrate. Father’s Day is no exception. With the season presenting berries of all flavors, Mahasti prepared another memorable dessert for The Tomato Head. You can give this recipe a whirl at home and present it to your favorite fella or come to either the Maryville…

  • June’s Featured Art at The Tomato Head

    June 3rd—also known as a First Friday in downtown Knoxville–will be the last opportunity to view “Astonishing Tales of Perilous Adventure,” a mixed-media exhibit featuring the work of six artists from Work Horse Collective. After June 3rd the exhibit will move to the Maryville Tomato Head location where it will be on display through July 3rd.…

  • Tomato Head’s Red Velvet Cake for Your Mama!

    Mahasti presented the recipe for The Tomato Head’s Red Velvet Cake on WBIR this morning. Mother’s Day is tomorrow…got a gift, yet? Making something for mama is always a fine idea, and a red velvet cake says “I love you” slice after slice. If you’re just not a baker or comfy in the kitchen, consider…

  • New Tomato Head Cycling Jerseys Are Here!

    Need a new jersey? The new Tomato Head cycling jerseys are in. Made by Hincapie Sports in a sleek race fit, the jerseys feature team colors of bright yellow and green and are available in limited number at each restaurant. ($70 )

  • April Art Brings Terri Yeatts, Nicholas Hankins

    April’s featured artists will be Terri Yeatts and Nicholas Hankins. Terri Yeatts work will be on display at the downtown Knoxville Tomato Head location, from April 2nd through May 6th, 2011. Artist Statement: I use paint like a writer uses words, making this the main source of communication between the artist and the viewer. The…

  • The Tomato Head’s Baked Beans

    Along with Dogwood Arts Festival, the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon, and East Tennessee pollen, nothing tells you springtime is really here like eating outside. And with those picnics, spontaneous backyard gatherings, and the like, comes some traditional favorite, fun foods. By now, you’ve probably heard about Hot Dog Mondays at The Tomato Head, and our…

  • Hankins and Lee Artists for Month of March

    Every month The Tomato Head features new art, and with this March comes the work of Nicholas Hankins at the Knoxville restaurant. The collection of paintings and drawings will be on exhibit through April 1st. The artist statement for the show: I love to create work that I can become engulfed in with passion and…

  • A Soup to Celebrate Spring

    You can’t deny the crocus, daffodils, Bradford pears, rain and robins. Spring is here. And with spring comes a new season in the kitchen. As your cravings begin to seek out new seasonal flavors, this soup, Carrot Orange topped with cranberry mint crema, may be just the thing to celebrate these early days of spring.…