Why don’t you take a corner of the bar or some small table where you could use a video camera to do a quick short video interview. You are a cutie pie, Jamie. We need to see your smile and dimples!

Kathy Grinslade on March 31 2011

What a wonerful interview. I still remember my first Paula Deen encounter. It was before food network and she was working hard in the restaurant. She came out of the kitchen to greet the guests. I was at a table by myself and she asked if everything was ok. I said yes. Then I told her that she looked exhausted and told her to sit and rest. She did. We talked about rrstaurant business since I am partner with my parents. The ups and downs. She offered me a job… of course as a joke. It was a great memory. I have been back several times, but that first time was my favorite. I cant wait until my next visit.

paul doster on March 31 2011

That sounded like fun! I keep saying that I am going to come to the resturant one day, guess I just need to do it, especially since I am only about 70 miles away!
Can’t wait to hear some more of your impromtu blogs..maybe I will be the crazy & excited patron that you interview.  Good luck with the upcoming arrival of your families new addition.

Ginny Kemp on March 31 2011

Jamie years ago when you guys were still at the old resturant my Daughter & I were on Vacation & I had seen your Mom on Oprha so we had to go eat there,I was so surprised both you & your Brother came & sat in our booth & talked to us We are from Kansas & you even went & got our cookbook signed by your Mom….Thanks for taking the time We hope to come for another visit in the next year or so.My Daughter is a Doctor in KC ,loves to cook & we still make some of your reciepe’s YUM. thanks for your blog Rose

rose mayginnes on March 31 2011

I love to watch Paula and love when you and Bobby are on.Ihave 4 sons 5 Grandsons and one Granddaughter.So you know I like Boys.OH and a Husband.                  Elizabeth

Elizabeth Martin on March 31 2011

I love your recipes and glad that Bobby is making a few light ones, even though I do mayself. I’ve eaten at Lady @Sons before you all got so famous, and I need to go again if I ever get in your area. I just love your mom’s show and all. Your just down home people.

carole fiore on March 31 2011

I plan to visit in Oct to your great restaurant. I live in Anchorage Alaska, and have a real craving for old country cooking. Hope to see you then

Patty Murphy on March 31 2011

When is the next Dean Brothers Cooking magazie coming out??? loved,LOVED,LOVED the last one!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Diane Nix on March 31 2011

This is so cool.  What a good idea.  I love watching you and your mom on the Paula’s show.

Deborah on March 31 2011

Im so exicted you are having another baby boy, I have two and they are 2 years and 5 days apart. (they are in their 40s now LOL) you and your Mom are so cute together in the kitchen when you cook so is Bobby I love watching you guys in the kitchen It remind’s me of my boy’s. Im in Ca.
take care

Barb on March 31 2011

This is sooo cool. My 2 sisters and I will be rolling in to Savannah on April 10th. We are doing the Paula Deen Tour. Hope I see you on the 11th at the restaurant.

Tammy on March 31 2011

Hi Jamie, I am coming to Tybee Island on April 25th to stay for the week with my daughters and mom and sisters and we are coming there just to go to your restaurant and hopes of meeting you boys or your Mom. This trip was a gift from my Husband who is fighting a male cancer at this time and winning his battle. Thank God!!! It is his way of giving me a break from the cancer that has consuned our lives. This has been my dream to come there and eat at The Lady And Sons, I really hope to get hte chance to meet you or your wonderful family.      See ya in a few short weeks!!!
                  Linda Harris

Linda Harris on March 31 2011

Dear Jamie,
My husband and I are on disability so all we look forward to daily is playing on our computer and watching Foodnetwork and seeing your mama and if we are lucky enough we get to see you and Bobby. I so wish with all of my heart that someday I will have the opportunity to meet your family and your mama and Bobby. Yall are some wonderful people.God has truly blessed you all. Please forgive me I forgot Michael. My goodness how in the world did I do that..I am so sorry Michael, I am looking forward to someday meeting you also…Take care my dear friend, If I do not meet you on this earth I will see you in heaven….
Thank you so much. Debby Summers.

Debby Summers on March 31 2011

I loved it…....Way cool!  I hope that when I come to visit I will be able to see all of your family!  I am a big Paula Deen fan and have been watching her show since 2005.  Food Network is my husband and I favorite channel.  I especially love it when you boys come to cook with your momma.

Sharon Potter on March 31 2011

jamie
my uncle and aunt were there yesterday and she took your picture she just walked up and ask if she could lol and u were nice enuf to pose for her

i love the cam out front we got to see them going in and coming out and talk to my uncle on his cell while he stood out front

sharon sagaser on March 31 2011

We visit Savannah every few years. It is one of our favorite places! Good food friendly people and Of course Home to THE Deens ! We enjoy the Lady and Sons and I even met both you and Jammie when The Girls took a trip there ! Had a basket of Louisiana Products for your Mom but you two couldn’t promise she would get it lol this was on the tour bus.  You boys made our trip

Cyndi Bankston on March 31 2011

Blog interview.3-31-2011
Did you say a 2nd baby is on the way! Did I hear that correctly?

Pat Adams on March 31 2011

Jamie,you & Bobby had a book coming out,We were in town & signed up to meet ya’ll..I just love watching you & Paula,you never know what you 2 are going to say..I watched all of your Mom shows,She is beautiful,more so in person,was so glad we met ya’ll & ate some that great food.Thanks so much for being the great people

Carroll B on March 31 2011

That is awesome! I know when I got to go to your book signig in Louisville,Ky you and Bobby were so nice to let every person get pictures and actually talk to you for a few minutes. You and yor family are a great reason that so many now love the South!

Laura Westphal on March 31 2011

That was great. I wish I could have met you or your mom when we were at the restaurant a couple of years ago. Will have to try again soon.

Bonnie on March 31 2011

Hey there Jamie! I just listened to your blog and that is the first I heard about another baby on the way. I just wanted to say CONGRATULATIONS to all of you! How exciting!!! I have a friend who lives in Pooler so I look forward to getting back up that way real soon. I hope to eat at The Lady And Sons while I’m there and see you too! I’ve been to the store but not the restaurant. I’m looking forward to it! YUMMY!!!!
Take care! Have a blessed day!

Brenda on March 31 2011

You just made her day and visit to Savannah. I can’t wait to get to Savannah one day. Just need to figure out the best time. My luck when I do get to Savannah you will be out of town that day!

Hoping you are having better weather than we are here in Maryland. Cold and rainy…it is spring right?

Kimberly Whitacre on March 31 2011

Hey Jamie!
That blog interview was great! She is from my city of Winston-Salem, NC. I am so sad that I will not be able to see your mom in Jamestown, NC this Monday.:( I work at a preschool in High Point, NC with 3 yr. olds and I will be working then. I hope meet you someday. I saw your mom’s show in Cherokee at Harrah’s last Sept. Our family came down to Savannah this past summer and ate at Uncle Bubba’s for lunch and The Lady and Sons for supper. Missed seeing ya. Tell Brooke I’m thinking about her and praying for the baby too! Take Care and God Bless y’all

Shelia Key, Winston-Salem, NC

Shelia Key on March 31 2011

Hi Jamie!!

Love the blog interviewing idea!! We have a tradition and come every December to go see The Journey at Savannah Christian Church, then we come to Lady & Son’s the following day for lunch! This year will be our 5th year with this tradition. However, if you let me know in advance when you are going to be at Lady and Son’s we will make a special trip to Savannah from Greenville SC for an interview! Would love to meet your brother and Paula if they are available also!! I am also a professional photographer and would be happy to take some good portraits of you guys also if you would like. Have a blessed day!

Sheryl Renee
http://www.MannaPhotoGraphics.com
864-325-5546
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Sheryl Renee Duckett on March 31 2011

Jamie, Loved you interview with your customer, what a thrill that must have been for her.  4 years ago my Mama, my Granddaughter who was 4 at the time and my Daughter in law at that time came to Savannah.  My Grand daugher and I watched your Moms show all the time and She told everyone we were going to her house and see her while we were there.  So we had to come up with something to satisfy her so we went on the Paula Deen Tour.  We did get to see you and your Mom at Uncle Bubbas and you would have thought that she had seen Santa Claus or Micky Mouse it was just wonderful.  Everything was just built around you all then.  Loved it all!!!!

Linda Taylor on March 31 2011

Jamie, I met and talked with you the last time I was in Savannah. We talked about Mutual of Omaha and the fact you had dated the daughter of Jim Fowler of the Wild Kingdom t.v. show. I have met all of you except Bobby and the most special one, Ms.Paula. I want to meet and talk with her someday. Congrats on the news of another little boy being born to you and Brooke.. Have ya’ll chosen a name yet?

Ruth McNeese on March 31 2011

I love to watch your momma cook,cause she cooks like us cajuns down here in Louisiana,lol! I also love it when you boys are cooking with her,keep up the good work!!!

Sally Hargrave on March 31 2011

Love the first blog. My husband and I live in Central Florida and have been to Savannah several times over the years and love to come to the restuarant.  When I tell him to pack a bag we’re going to dinner, he knows exactly where we are headed. Have never had the opportunity to meet you,  your brother or mom, but maybe one day. I too am a scrapbooker and have pictures in our album of us out front waiting for dinner. Congradulations on the new baby

Sandra Guinaugh on March 31 2011

Hi Jamie, I was disappointed that I didn’t see you at the Lady & Sons on my visit to Savannah March 3,2011. I love your Mom so much and that chicken pot pie was calling my name. Had a wonderful lunch with my Dad and Uncle Paul. I did get to meet Michael and Aunt Peggy over at Uncle Bubba’s after we walked around Savannah, and stopped there for daquiris:o) I got a picture with Michael and he was kind enough to give me an address to send your Mom a special handmade gift I did for her. He said she would definitely get it there in Thunderbolt. I can’t wait for her to see it and it was delivered today March 31st. Let her know to check, I’m so excited for her to see it, I had her name embroidered on the top, it’s as special as she is to me and my Dad. Take care sweetie and I hope one day to meet you, Bobby and of course that sweet Mom of yours. God bless you and your family. All my best, Lisa

Lisa Sturgis on March 31 2011

Great interview and Congratulations on the upcoming arrival of another precious son! Love ur blog!

Sweet Tea with Cindy on March 31 2011

I’m coming over April 1, with my BFF.  She’s from Ala and I’m from middle GA.  We’ll be in your restaurant Fri and/or Sat.  Hope to see you then, but if not just remember one thing GOOOO DAWGS!

Jerri Bosarge on March 31 2011

I have been a huge fan of Paula Deen for years.  After I discovered the Food Network channel the only shows I would watch were Paula Deen.  My husband and son purchased me my first Paula Deen cook book, autobiography and a little Christmas book by Paula Deen for Christmas a few years back.  Now that we have DVR I can record my favorite Paula cooking shows and watch them over and over.  I love how your family is so close and that you really did come from humble beginnings when you started with Food Network. It is hard to believe that you were ever nervous about being in front of the camera.  Would love to visit your restaurant sometime, I just haven’t made it as far as Savannah.  We live in Oklahoma and travel to the Smokey Mountains and to visit part of my famiy in Ringgold, GA.  One day we are just going to have to travel on to Savannah and hopefully you will be in the restaurant that day.  Meeting you would be the ULTIMATE dream come true   Wishing you and your boys many more years of success!

Paula Cannon on March 31 2011

Just two good ole boys from the South that are friendly and have not forgotten where they came from. Met u 3 years ago and you were precious then, and precious now. You make your mama PROUD!!!!!!!

Bobbie Griffith on March 31 2011

Awesome blog interview!  I cook very similar to your mom, and I enjoy watching your mom’s TV show and I especially enjoy her show when she has you boys on her show.  Maybe some day you all will come to Colorado Springs, Colorado for a visit.  I do not believe I will make it down south any time soon, as I have been crippled from a car accident, but I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy the show, all the fabulous recipes,  and just your whole family.  Thank you for sharing your lives with all of us that are huge fans!

BonnieLea Martinez, Colorado Springs, Colorado

BonnieLea Martinez on March 31 2011

GREAT IDEA JAMIE. I SO HOPE NEXT TIME I GET TO VISIT THERE YOU, BOBBY, AND MY COOKING IDOL PAULA DEAN ARE ALL THERE FOR ME TO MEET. : )

MICHELE FUTCH on March 31 2011

Was at your restaurant the middle of March. Brought my best friend who is a very big fan. She was there to support me while researching for a book I am writing on my mom’s murder. I had hoped she would get to see you, but no such luck. I pray that one day we can come back again and this time get to meet with you. I have tried some of your recipes and so has my friend Dena…we love them all.

Linda Delaney on March 31 2011

Hi Jamie,

Great interview! I had the opportunity to come to Savannah a few years ago and enjoyed eating at the Lady and Sons. After flying from San Francisco to Houston to Savannah (all the same day) it was great that night to sit down to comfort food. I hope one day to return and see more of your city, only next time not in the summer!!!

Take care and have a great week.

Diane on March 31 2011

Love ur mom….is your brother single…....lol

Lisa on March 31 2011

MY 76 yr. old mother who celebrated her birthday this week is leaving the gulf coast of Florida tomorrow & heading back to Michigan for the summer.  They are actually leaving a day early & driving 6 hrs. out of their way so they can eat dinner at The Lady & Sons tomorrow night.  So wish you were going to be there for a surprise interview….she is probably one of your biggest fans!

Sue on March 31 2011

Hi Jamie - We are driving from Roseville, MN to Savannah - leaving on Friday, April 1st arriving on April 5th.  We have reservations for the Paula Dean tour on 4/6 and the Paula Dean cruise on 4/7. We would love to eat at the restaurant but have heard the lines go around the block. Do you have any tips on the best time to try to get in???  I absolutely adore your whole family.
Wishing you and your family continued success.
Hoping to see you soon.  Elizabeth Thomas

Elizabeth Thomas on March 31 2011

I love watching the cooking show with mom and son’s great food and a real uplift to see family’s working together

La Donna Svarc on March 31 2011

Jamie~
I just love ya’ll. =) So excited to be coming into Savannah for the first time in two weeks. We’re only staying overnight on our way to my Mom’s in Florida. Driving 11 hours to get to you and as soon as we get into town, my husband, two children and I are heading directly to the Lady & Sons. (BTW-Jack is the same age as my Sophie). Anyone who knows me, will tell you without hesitation,  I am a huge fan of the Deen Family. Look forward to visiting. God Bless you all.
Pam Stone
Westminster, Maryland

Pamela Stone on March 31 2011

Hi Jamie,  Glad to see this opportunity to tell you how much I enjoy Paula’s Show and see both you and Bobby with her.  I have two grown sons of my own and they both enjoy the cookbooks and the shows.

I admire your Mother very much and feel that she is a wonderful encouragement for many young women.  We are about the same age and from the same era.  My upbringing was in MO. so we do share some of the same memories.

Congratulations on your second son.

Pat Lykken Phoenix,AZ

Patricia Lykken on March 31 2011

Hello Jamie!!
We love the Deen Family! So happy to follow you via Facebook and your blog. I am excited to be visiting Savannah for the first time in two weeks, as we pass through town, on our way to spend Easter with my Mother in Florida. My husband, Steve, two daughters (ages 4 and 13) and I will be driving 11 hours to get to you. First item of business, of course, dinner at the Lady & Son’s. Look forward to our visit. (I understand your son, Jack is the same age as my Sophie). Hope to see you soon! God bless!!

Pam Stone
Westminster, Maryland

Pamela Stone on March 31 2011

Jamie, I am so excited about our upcoming trip the last of May to Savannah.  Our church group is going for a 3 day trip.  I retired in November from our school board, so I am finally able to go on these church trips.  Low and behold, the first one is to Savannah, lunch at The Lady and Sons.  I am an avid Food Network watcher, Paula has been my favorite for years.  It would make my day if I got a chance to see any of the Deen family while we are in Savannah.  I love to watch Paula’s show especially if you or Bobby are on it with her.  So hope to see you all in May and maybe get to hear “Love and Best Dishes from Our House to Yours”.  God bless.

Glynda Jinright, Ocala, Fl

Glynda Jinright on March 31 2011

Enjoyed my fourth visit at Lady & Sons last Sunday.  I remember my first time there in Sept 04. You were so busy, but yet you took time to talk to as many people as you could and still make sure the buffet was perfect, merchandise was correct and every one was happy. You, your Mom, brother and Uncle Bubba (ate there Monday) have all worked so hard and been so dedicated to your patrons. Also, I do enjoy your cooking videos..your Mom could take a vacation and know that her show is still in good hands.  Congrats on the pending addition to the family as well.  See you again soon.

Diane Bush on March 31 2011

now thats a novel idea! like a roaming reporter..lol
never know what your next blog will be like, and thats how it ought to be, thanks for keeping it upbeat, fresh and fun.

Go Braves!

Donna S on March 31 2011

Jamie, my husband and I were in Savannah last fall. I love your mom’s cooking show and was anxious to meet her, and you guys. But none of you were there. The buffet was wonderful, down home cooking like in Louisiana . We went on the Paula Deen tour, and went to Uncle Bubba’s. We had a great time and want to go back again. I left some unprocessed brown sugar for Paula at the restaurant. I had gotten it from a sugar mill where I was working .I sure hope that she got it, and enjoying cooking with it.

Leah on March 31 2011

One of the things that I love about your family is that y’all have such a way of making people feel special and right at home.  I always joke I wasn’t born in the south, but I got here as fast as I could.  Your family is a great example of why!  Nothing, and I mean NOTHING, beats good ol’ southern hospitality.

And completely unrelated, those Easy Biscuit Doughnuts of yours are the bomb!  Just saying…

Jen on March 31 2011

I am soooo excited! My husband works for a race car series and they are traveling to Oglethorpe Speedway Park on 6/3/11 and to Screven Motor Speedway on 6/4/11 so he has promised me that he will take me to the Lady and Sons to eat. I lost my job in 2009 after 25 years of being loyal to the company so now I do get to travel with my husband more.I am looking forward to eating the food but more excited about hopefully meeting Paula and her sons. That is a dream that I have had ever since I first watched Cooking with Paula Deen. I am so content when I am in the kitchen cooking. And I read cookbooks like most people read the newspaper. Cookng is my passion. So I am praying that this dream of mine will come to realty.

Marcella Helm on April 01 2011

Hi Bobby,
I love watching you all cook on your Mom’s shows.
I’ve been to The Lady and Son’s back in Dec 2007 with The USS Salem group. Although I did not run into any of you I can honestly say the visit awesome. We all ate downstairs for the buffet for lunch. We shopped in the stores and got our pictures taken with the Paula poster (it’s the closest we could get to Paula LOL). My mom was with me and thorough enjoyed our visit. We hope to return to Savannah GA and eat at the restaurant again. Maybe next time we’ll get to meet one or all of you.
As specifically for you Bobby, I love your sense of humor. You and your Mom together make me laugh all the time. It’s a joy to watch you all cooking.
Tami-Lynn Wilson
Rotterdam NY

Tami-Lynn Wilson on April 02 2011

Jamie

How come when i come your never there? Will you email me at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) it’s kelly from fripp Miss seeing you guys.

Kelly Taylor on April 03 2011

Hey Jamie!
I just wanted to say thanks again for a wonderful time at the Lady and Sons last week.  The food was absolutley delicious and the staff was awesome (especially Matt!).  I was so suprised when you asked me to do an interview with you!  You were definitely the highlight of my trip to Savannah. You will be featured in a full double page spread in my scrapbook, LOL.  From the looks of your blog comments, your fans welcome the idea too.  I can’t wait until your and Bobby’s new cookbook “all fired up” comes out later this month. As I mentioned before my husband does most of the cooking so when he uses the grill that means the less I have to clean .  I sure wished I could have made it over to the furniture market today to meet your mom.  She was about 30 minutes from my hometown but spring break week is over and it is back to the grind.  Congratulations to you and Brook on the upcoming arrival of your second son.  I am sure Jack is ready to welcome his new baby brother. Who knows what the next generation of Deen bros will bring to the table!

Take Care,
Gina Hendrix
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Gina Hendrix on April 04 2011

Hello Jaime,
It was a pleasure meeting you at the 2011 Mayor’s SB Conference.  Your address spoke volumes regarding your perseverance, loyalty and committment to the Deen brand and your love for your family…an awesome balance! You and Bobby are continuing a great legacy. As I grow my business I will remember K-I-S-S (Keep It Simple & Stupid).  Great advice which other business experts also view important.  Seche Flores (preserved flowers that last a lifetime!)looks forward to developing a great partnership with you and Bobby. The website is on the way. Until then, you can view photos on my fb page entitled “seche flores”.  For additional information please feel free to contact me via e-mail or cell.  Congrats to you and your wife on you forthcoming & “sweet” bundle of joy #2.  Take good care of her until arrival! Thanks again and I look forward to working with you and Bobby for your office, home and family decor.

Karen Brown - Seche Flores, LLC on April 06 2011

Hello Jaime,

Oh, I thought I would share with you.  I am a “Yankee” from New York with deep Savannah family roots. However, I can be trusted…(smile).  Take care!

Karen Brown - Seche Flores, LLC on April 06 2011

We were there in July 2010 after some very sad things happened in my life. We had to get away and my husband said pack a bag we are leaving! So off we went from Sarasota, Fl to Charleston, SC, Savannah, GA and St Augustine, FL. I’m sorry we missed you then but I hope to be back again soon! Loved the food, the waitstaff was wonderful and Savanaah was a dream place to visit.
Take care and keep smiling!

Sue & Mark Inman on April 06 2011

Hi! Thanks for all you do. I adore the Deen family.

Christine @christinespantry.blogspot.com on April 06 2011

Hi Jamie - WOW - all I can say is when we were in Savannah for the Bethesda benefit (my daughter Samantha and I) as soon as we got to the house you were the first one we saw. I was “awe-struck” if that is a word and you were so pleasant and took pictures and put us at ease and to this day I will NEVER EVER forget that encounter.  Later when we took pictures with your Mom in the kitchen I started crying it was so exciting to be standing there with her, and then Bobby and you were in the kitchen so there was more pictures.  I can go on and on, you have ALWAYS responded to my kids letters and requests for autographs and I am always so grateful.  I keep expecting the more famous you get the less responses to our requests but so far you continue to autograph our cookbooks and respond to my tweets and even email from Samantha.  I will never be able to express how wonderful you and your brother have been and how much joy the “Deen Family” brings us.  Michael is just as wonderful, I have had the pleasure of seeing him not only at the benefit but when he and your Mom were on the Bonnie Hunt show I took the day off work, drove 5 hours down south and enjoyed the show and the banana pudding.  I think I already said I can go on and on and I sort of am going on and on but as a HUGE fan I appreciate everything you do and continue to do   Oh, I ordered your bbq sauce and it is DELICIOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
With much love and admiration - Tracey Lopez/Turlock CA

Tracey Lopez on April 07 2011