Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge a true southern institution, Mrs. Wilkes' Dining Room in Savannah, Georgia, which was recently highlighted on Southern Living's bucket list. In the Hostess City of the South, it is only fitting that lunch is served with true southern hospitality. At Mrs. Wilkes', this means gathering around tables set for 10 where guests take a seat, share a meal, and leave as friends. Every day at 11 o'clock, the doors swing open, inviting everyone to enjoy a rotating menu of classic southern home cooking all served family style. The meal is always a surprise. You never know what the day's entrees and sides will be, and that is part of the restaurant's charm. Whether it is crispy fried chicken, collard greens, cornbread, or black-eyed peas, every dish is steeped in tradition. Mrs. Wilkes' Dining Room isn't just a restaurant; it is an experience. It is a place where history, hospitality, and home-cooked meals unite to create something truly special. Commending the Islands of St. Simons, Jekyll, and Tybee”