Tennessee

LtoR LtoR Christina Christina See, Frank See, Frank Andrasik, Bob Andrasik, Bob Bennett, Angie Bennett, Angie Lenschau Lenschau

Fantastic Fish Fry! Fantastic Fish Fry!

Vaccinations were the norm and we were ready to be back together!!! To celebrate that return, the Tennessee Chapter enthusiastically gathered in June at the home of Beth and Tom Webb. Master Commander Bob Bennett welcomed everyone back as he led a discussion on the pairing of wine with fish. It was almost standing room only as members and guests enjoyed each other’s company while enjoying that favorite Southern delicacy—fried catfish. A multitude of white wine varietals complemented the catfish, hush puppies and slaw prepared by The Fry Guy, Jon Walker. After comparing the wines and discussion the flavor profiles, it was generally agreed that the lower alcohol wines paired best with the mild flavor of the catfish.

We welcomed new transfer members Mike and Mary Ann Wassenberg, who have recently relocated to the Nashville area from the Nation’s Capital Chapter. They were gifted olive oil and balsamic vinegar from John and Sandy Barrios’ shop, Bazaar, as they were recognized for having traveled the farthest to the event. Karrie and Jason LaCroix, the newest members of our chapter, also received the delicious olive oil and balsamic vinegar. A beautifully handcrafted cutting board of multiple woods made by Steve Owens was won by Guy See in a spirited auction to benefit the chapter’s treasury. Following dinner and delicious desserts, we made plans for the annual Octoberfest at the home of Holly and Walter Elkin and a Christmas party to be hosted by Guy and Christina See. Our annual Feast of St. Vincent Assemblage will be held in early 2022 and we hope to see friends from across KOV here in Tennessee.

It was great to be back and wonderful for our chapter members to be together again.

LtoR Tom Webb, Guy See, Steve Owens

LtoR Ronnie & Vikki Moffitt, Judy & Mike Fink

SEATED LtoR John Barrios, Bob & Marilyn Schubert, Sandy Barrios, Sheila Bentley STANDING LtoR Karrie & Jason LaCroix, Bob Bennett

LtoR Ron O’Neill, Nan Gallina, Teresa Owens, Mary Ann Wassenberg, Peggy Larkin, BJ Emerson, Mike Wassenberg, Christina See, Holly Elkins, Jim Lenschau