Remembering Leah Chase, The Queen of Creole Cuisine

In fact, the exact time and place of our first meeting are lost in time. When I was asked to suggest another individual to speak, Leah was my first choice. A decade later, I was a New Orleans homeowner. For many years, Harris (left) visited Leah in the kitchen at Dooky Chase’s Restaurant.Credit: Cedric Angeles (For much of Leahs life, she would not have been admitted through the front door.)...

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 509 words · Jennifer White

Remembering Nathalie Dupree, A Southern Culinary Legend

Peter Frank Edwards The first time I met Nathalie Dupree wasin Atlantain the summer of 1978. So thus began my friendship with Nathalie Dupree. Nathalie insisted Paul had a crush on me because he wouldnt stop talking to me. Credit:Peter Frank Edwards I just thought he was being gracious. And so I did. When I was charged with reviewingrestaurants in Atlanta, Nathalie was my favorite dinner partner. Credit:Courtesy of Anne Byrn...

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 305 words · Christopher Hodge

Remoulade Sauce

Instead, you may just see it called “house sauce” or “special sauce.” It can be served with anything you think will be goodand it will be. What Is Remoulade Sauce? Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Remoulade sauce is a classic French sauce. It’s traditionally made with mayonnaise or oil and finished with tangy capers, herbs, and pickles. It resembles a few other saucesit’s somewhere betweentartar sauce, cocktail sauce, andcomeback sauce....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 219 words · Timothy Small

Renfro Valley Entertainment Center Is Kentucky's Best Bluegrass Venue

The show was based in Illinois and Ohio but broadcast nationally. The Valley superfans attended hundreds of shows before venturing to buy their favorite place in 2005. During their stewardship, the sprawling 90-acre property grew to include a 35-site RV campground. Credit:Courtesy of Renfro Valley Entertainment Center New ownership added programs like the annual Christmas in the Valley show and built a second barn for performances. For the full experience, visitors can spend an entire day (or more) at the Valley....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 120 words · Paula Wright

Restaurant Owner Makes Long Distance Delivery From North Carolina To West Virginia To Fulfill A Stranger's Final Wish

“I wanted to be a bright light from the Outer Banks.” Bower’s best friend Mary Simmons made a call. Is there any way that you think maybe you all could ship? Courtesy Mary Simmons. Cherry said when his staff passed along Mary Simmons request, he didnt hesitate. The drive up, though, he said, was excruciating. He turned off the music in his car and talked himself out of the emotions he was feeling....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 187 words · Kayla Robinson

Restock Your Wardrobe With These Under-$50 Fashion Deals Before Amazon’s Black Friday Sale

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. you’ve got the option to already save on everything from everyday jewelry to holiday dresses. Amazons fashion collection isvast,and it can take tons of time to find the very best items. Credit:Southern Living / Madison Woiten At just $10, you cant beat the price! Choose from sizes XS to XXL in 11 colors like white, black, navy, and bright pink....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 188 words · Timothy Johnston

Resurrection Rolls

Resurrection rolls are a sweet way to teach your kids about the real meaning of Easter. This recipe is deliciously simple, and it brings with it the ultimate meaning ofEasterSunday. Plus, it wouldn’t be a Southern holiday without a fewbread recipeson the kitchen table. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell Why not enjoy your green beans andglazed ham, or yourEaster breakfastalongside a dish that tells a story?...

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 351 words · Matthew Garcia

Retinal Vs. Retinol: What's The Difference?

Learn how to decode these anti-aging ingredients. What’s the difference between retinal vs. retinol, and which is better for your skin? Read on to see how to use these products as a path to beautiful skin. Credit:Luxy / Getty Images What Is Retinal? Retinal the closest thing you could get to prescription-strength vitamin A, which in its mildest form is tretinoin. It’s best to know that your skin tolerates retinol before venturing into using a retinal....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 261 words · Rebecca Moses

Reunion Pea Casserole Recipe

The sausage-and-cheese filling is a bit rich, but it sure is tasty. The recipe calls for black-eyed peas, the mainstay Southern legume. Feel free to substitute any of them in this recipe. Credit: Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Torie Cox Like all good casseroles, this one is forgiving and accommodating. Refrigerated crescent roll dough gives this comforting casserole a golden, buttery crust with minimal effort. Ingredients 1poundmild Italian sausage, casings removed...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 185 words · Pamela Robinson

Reverse-Seared Steaks

For the best reverse-seared steak, do the exact opposite of what you’ve always done. Our Test Kitchen raved about the reverse-sear method, saying, Where to even begin?! This steak is perfection. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling; Prop Stylist: Prissy Lee Montiel Perfectly cooked, succulent interiormedium-rare in my casewith a gorgeous browned exterior. This steak recipe is absolutely foolproof and incredibly delicious. Here, learn how to reverse sear a steak....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 248 words · Christopher George

Reviewers Love Using This Machine Washable Blanket for Everything From Beach Trips to Football Games

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. And it’s on sale. As the season of crunchy leaves and cozy bonfire nights approaches, thepreparations for fall-time activitiesare beginning, too. Credit: Goodboy Picture Company But the best parts of summer don’t need to leave just yet. Brawntide’s outdoor waterproof blanketis your secret to extending the life of your days spent outside. It’s typically $50, but it’s currently on sale for 20 percent off....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 142 words · Theresa Mason

Reyna Roberts' Fighting Spirit

The country musician joins us for this weeks episode. They eventually settled in Alabama, and Reyna’s obsession with music never waned. Reyna has continued to gain traction, joining CMT’s Next Women of Country for 2021. Credit: Greenroom PR It wasn’t just my parents. I’m really purposeful. “That was actually from my mom. And because of that, I was able to actually sing before I even started talking. So I was singing and humming....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 288 words · Steven Pace

Rhubarb Custard Pie

Pretty in pink, a rhubarb custard pie is the perfect way to end your meal. A flaky crust adds a crisp, buttery base to contrast the creaminess of the filling. A tip on baking with frozen rhubarb: confirm to pat dry after thawing. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox The rhubarb tends to release moisture as it thaws, which can result in a watery custard. How To Make Rhubarb Custard Pie This pie is ready with just 15 minutes of active time....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 482 words · Catherine Roberts