Gotta Be Penelopes, LLC

And I’m on the road again tomorrow headed to do a tasting July 3rd from 10:00-4:00 in Wilmington, NC!! If you are looking for everything you need for celebrating the 4th of July, this is your one stop shop…marinated meats/seafood, locally made sides/salads/dips/desserts/breads & plenty of options for beverages 🍾🍻🍷☕️🧋🧃😋!! Pop in to taste my delicious hot pepper jellies & check out this one stop shop that has everything to WOW your friends & family. 🤩🎆🎇🥩🥓🍗

What a face!! 🥰

Today & tomorrow we’ll be doing tastings of our delicious Mild to Extra Hot Pepper 🌶️ Jellies. Today 11:30-4:30 & 11:00-4:00 in Morehead City. Tomorrow 11:00-4:00 in Emerald Isle & 9:00-2:00 (Farmers Market) in Cedar Point. Come taste to see why we were awarded 🥇 & 🥈 place in the “Best in Taste” competition!! 🥳😋🎉

Just fully stocked in Midtown (Quail Corners) after a tasting last Saturday. 🤗 Just like all the other Butcher’s Market locations, you will find the BEST customer service & everything you need to satisfy those carnivores out there!! 🥩🥓🍗

Just did a tasting & full restock at Lake Boone Trail in Raleigh. Everything you need or want for easy meal prep or entertaining is here!! Stop by & see why so many customers say they LOVE ❤️ this place!!

Poor babies!!

Cuteness overload!!! 🥰

Murder scene or me making a mixed berry hot pepper 🌶️ jelly??!!

Come join us this Saturday in Burgaw, NC 9:00-6:00 PM to taste our 🥇 award winning hot pepper jellies & experience everything 🫐 blueberry!!!

Just fully stocked in Saltbox Village, Cary. Had a great time last Saturday doing a tasting & always enjoy working with Alexis! 🤩. Stop by & check out all the meats, gourmet foods & get everything for easy meal prep or wowing your guests at your next cookout!! 😍🤤

Just fully restocked my hot pepper jellies in Emerald Isle!! This place is usually packed every day with happy customers eating delicious food! 🤤🤤😍

We’re BAAAACK!!! Just fully stocked in Morehead City with my hot pepper jellies for you to share with your besties at the beach!! 🤤😎🐬🐡🏄‍♀️⛱️ If you haven’t experienced the shopping in this gorgeous place, you’re going to be blown away!! I’ll be there on Friday, June 28th 11:30-4:30 serving samples, so stop by to see why people love them so much!! 😍

Crazy amount of basil coming now??! I cut 4 plants way back to promote new growth/bushier plants & vacuum sealed/froze the leaves for off season use in cooking. Just remove all the leaves & rinse well in cold water in a large bowl. If lots of dirt, rinse twice. Put handfuls of WET leaves in a gallon freezer bag & use a straw to draw out the air to vacuum seal. I tip the bag to pour out excess water before sealing. The water helps to prevent freezer burn & when you need some for cooking, just bend the bag to break the basil into little pieces & shake into the pot. Put the rest back in the freezer for next time. I do this every year. The next cutting will be freezer pesto in little jelly jars. 😋😋🤗🍃🍃🍃

Stop by in Saltbox Village, Cary today to sample my 1st 🥇 place winner in the “Best in Taste Awards” hot pepper jelly today 11:00-4:00 PM. 🌶️😋 Gorgeous day with lower humidity & and a great place to pick up everything needed for grilling or smoking meats/seafood!! This store has it all…appetizers to desserts to make your meal prep SO EASY!! 😃

Poor baby!!

‘Happy’ shelter dog’s enthusiasm fading after 600 days. ‘Waiting for my perfect person’

Aawww!

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Meet Elaine, she is an Australian Shepherd Mix with lots of personality.

She was born deaf and with limited vision however she doesn’t let that stop her!

Her favorite pastimes are pouncing on her brother, having the zoomies first thing in the morning, napping and investigating anything new without fear!

She would do best in a home with another dog.

Apply to adopt Elaine at pipsrescue.org/adopt

Saw this from another post. What would you name this adorable puppy??

And this is why I make sweet & spicy fruit based pepper jellies!!! 🤩🌶️👍🏻 .

‘Swicy’ is the hottest trend in food right now New York (CNN) — Americans should prepare for a sizzling hot summer, and not just because of rising temperatures.

Aaawww!!! 😍

We urgently need your help as a temporary foster!!

Senior lab mix pups Remy (14 yrs old) & her 12 yr old daughter Kiki need a soft place to land for a couple months. Their mom is undergoing a serious situation & her beloved pups need a place to live for about 2 months. They are well-behaved girls and spend time both indoors & outdoors. They have not lived with other dogs, and spend most of their time with each other (and their mom), so the ideal temporary foster would not have a dog.

Please consider fostering for a couple months. And please share.

Join us for day 2 at First Fruits Farm Memorial Balloon Festival in Louisburg, NC!! Parking starts at 2:30 with entry at 3:00. Balloon glow at 9:00 PM & fireworks at 10:00. A great family event with food trucks & lots to do for all!! Bring a lawn chair & portable fan…90 today with 100% humidity & very little wind. Drinks are sold at the event & only service dogs.

Can’t wait!!

That's a wrap for the 2024 NCSFA's Best in Taste awards competition!

A total of 184 entries were submitted from 58 NCSFA members. Each entry was judged based on Appearance, Aroma, Taste, Texture and Aftertaste.

Who will win top choice from each of the 12 categories? Who will be the overall Grand Champion?

Winners will be announced at the Grand Finale Summer of Expansion Event series on August 21. Register to attend these virtual events at https://ncspecialtyfoods.org/summer-conference/. Registration is free for NCSFA members. Stay tuned!

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Rescues are the sweetest cuddle buddies!! I had Ellie who just wanted anyone’s lap or shoulder 24/7. 🥰

ADOPTED 🎉
Sky here! Just reminding you that adopting me comes with one FREE training session with Sally Said So Dog Training!

I’m the best girl; dog friendly, people friendly, cat friendly, and best of all…house and crate trained!

Apply to adopt me at pipsrescue.org/adopt

This Saturday & Sunday (5/25 & 5/26) 3:00 -10:00 PM to honor those who sacrificed for us. 🇺🇸 This is a family event & we can’t wait to see everyone again this year!! Visit in the Makers Market to sample our award winning hot pepper 🌶️ jellies! 💃🤗.

So cute!! 🥰

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“She was 18. Her people, who loved her whole life, took her, a vaccination booklet, a leash, a collar and her belongings and took her to the Baldwin Park shelter. They said they were tired of fighting with an older dog, signed papers and left, without even looking at her.
When she was picked up by a volunteer at the shelter, she leaned on him probably wishing it was all just an ugly dream.
The moment was immortalized by photographer John Hwang, who was in the shelter at the time.
Unfortunately, dogs love sincerely, with all their heart, with all their soul and are unable to understand that human 'love forever' most often has an expiration date.. - to annual, to moving, to illness, to old age...
Dogs definitely deserve better people!”
Credit: Stuart James

Wishing all the “moms” a Happy Mother’s Day, whether you care for a daughter, son or a pet (they are family 🥰)!!! I have a daughter who will become a mom again tomorrow for my 2nd granddaughter & a son who has our 1st grandson!! 😍 Hope you all get spoiled & pampered on your special day!! 🤗

Love this shop!! There’s still time to get a gift!! They carry my hot pepper jellies & support so many local small artists. 😍

What are you doing this year??!! 🤗. I’ll be at First Fruits Farm Memorial Balloon Festival!! 🎈

Tickets on Sale Now! 2024 First Fruits Farm Memorial Balloon Festival

This is such a fun event each year!! 😍

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