Bliss and Dan

OK. We've nailed down the plan for the barbecue dinner on Friday, the day before the wedding. Everyone is welcome to come! We do need to give the restaurant an idea of how many people will be showing up, however — so please let us know if you will be making an appearance and how many people will be coming with you (you can leave a comment on this post or you can email dan@blissanddan.com or bliss@blissanddan.com).

Here are the details:

When: Friday, February 17, 2007, 4-7 pm (you can show up any time within that window)
Where: B. Matthews Eatery, 325 East Bay Street, near Habersham (map), Tel: 912-233-1319. I found this somewhere online: "Built in 1792 as one of the first taverns in Georgia and the oldest tavern still standing, B. Matthew's Eatery is a delight to the senses ..."
Menu: Hand pulled pork shoulder, Beef brisket, Smoked chicken, Jalapeno cheddar corn bread, Creamy garden cole slaw, BBQ baked beans, Grilled marinated vegetables, Double fudge chocolate butterscotch cake (there may also be a couple additions)
Beverages: Keg of beer, case of wine, and other non-alcoholic beverages
Music: The great Heather Shayne Blakeslee has agreed to play a set, and Brian Huskey, owner of B. Matthews, said this: "We welcome any musical endeavors, maybe we will pitch in!!" So, who knows what will happen! I have asked if they have a piano. If so, Bliss' brother A.J. can blow you away with his skills. If they don't have a piano, maybe we can convince him to pack his melodica.
Dress Code: None.

Should be a great time. Hope to see you all there! Again, please drop us a note if you think you'll be able to make it.

UPDATE: More about B. Matthews from the owner: "The earliest records regarding the building date from 1792. It is the oldest tavern in the south. The bar is on the National Historic Register. It has been a brothel, strip bar, Lamp Post Tavern, and several other restaurants ..."