Here are 12 holiday cookie tin recipes that will fill your kitchen with festive flavors and seasonal cheer. Fill them with fresh fruit preserves, chocolate-hazelnut spread, or even frosting. These cookies call for a double coating of powdered sugar for added sweetness and that snowy, fluffy finish. Credit: Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis you’ve got the option to also choose to add nuts (try our highly-ratedPecan Snowball Cookies)....

Keep reading for the best restaurants in Fayetteville in no particular order. But do yourself a favor and get the bleu-moon burger and a basket of homemade fries. The custom cocktails are also excellent. Credit:Robbie Caponetto Specialties include crawfish etouffee, shrimp Pontchartrain, and catfish stuffed with crab and topped with seafood sauce. Come hungrythe portions are generous, even by Southern standards. Wash it all down with a glass of sweet iced tea, obviously....

Diners are magical places. In the South, we love agood diner. Here are 12 retro diners across the South where wed love to sit a spell. Credit:Getty Images / Peterdj The Diner carries on the states longstanding tradition of chili parlors and diners. The no-frills diner does things simply. Morning brings eggs, breakfast meats, pancakes, waffles, and the like. Credit:Courtesy of The Diner There are the requisite framed photos, license plates, and vintage signs covering the walls....

Well, we’re here to mount a similar defense of the South’s coastal beaches. But the truth is, the eastern seaboard is as varied as the people that make it up. From Florida to Virginia, we’ve put a pin in the can’t-miss Southern stretches of East Coast shoreline. Cocoa Pier at sunrise.Credit:Brad McGinley Photography / Getty Images The park is specifically known as a refuge for sea turtles, which nest on its tawny shoreline....

Did your favorite make the list? In those cases, Southerners know the value of high-quality fast-food meal. Here are 12 of the best Southern fast-food chain restaurants, according to our readers. Credit: Courtesy of Chick-fil-A Chick-fil-A This list couldnt start with any place other than the ubiquitous Southern stapleChick-fil-A. Instead, they focus on a certified Southern staple,chicken salad. The first Bojangles opened in Charlotte in 1977, but now spans the region and beyond....

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Relax at a Southern spa where pampering is an art form. Bring your partner, make it agirls' trip, or soak in all that serenity by yourself. Credit:Keswick Hall Whatever you choose, you’re guaranteed to leave the spa feeling like a brand new person. (And dont underestimate those vistas. Infused with a sense of old-world elegance, it celebrates the citys past while also embracing the present....

Of all of theside dish recipesthat could be served for Thanksgiving dinner (we have 70+! ), our readers think these twelve are the best ones to serve at Thanksgiving. And they look forward to the day they get to enjoy them all year long. Credit:Rob Culpepper; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Assistant Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle And it must be made with cornbread. One reader shared, it’s “proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy!...

Grab a quarter and head to ALDI to try out these editor favorites. ALDI has continued to gain popularity in recent years. I always grab at least two jars when I’m at ALDI. Credit: Getty Images you’re able to’t beat the price for the quality. This is one he turns to often. Park Street Deli Hummus Buying hummus at ALDI is a must. Credit: Aldi They have classic hummus as well as Roasted Garlic and Red Pepper flavors....

Getty Images Shopping at Trader Joe’s can be an exciting yet sometimes overwhelming experience. Though we love the uniqueness of the products offered, deciding exactly what to buy is definitely an undertaking. “You let them proof overnight, then bake in the morning. Credit:Getty Images you might have warm, fresh pastries without a trip to the bakery!” “My favorite are the chicken ones but they’re all great.” Bonus points if you add Trader Joe’s Crunchy Chili Onion on top!...

you might find resort wear and more outdoor-centric goods atApalach Outfitters. If you want the full Apalachicola experience, youll need to leave dry land and choose a water vessel. Learn About Town History Theres always more to discover when it comes to Apalachicolas rich history. Credit:Lynne Buchanan / Getty Images Several sites across town offer a glimpse into the towns past. Youll find nearly every Gulf seafood from bay scallops to clam strips on the menu....

This small town boasts history, scenic mountain peaks, and a new beverage trail. Here are the 12 best things to do in Bedford, Virginia. The memorial features life-like sculptures, a reflecting pool, and a dramatic central arch. Peaks of Otter.Credit:Courtesy Destination Bedford Many visitors wonder: Why is Bedford home to this memorial? This historic home showcases Jeffersons eye for innovative design, featuring large picture windows and dramatic skylights. However, Liberty Station may be best known for its wildly delicious, award-winning cheesecake....

Arkansas, on the other hand, doesnt get much attention. When Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art opened in 2011, there was finally another entity associated with Bentonville. Over the past decade, the town has blossomed into an up-and-coming travel destination. Credit:Robbie Caponetto Folks come for the art and outdoor pursuits, most famously world-class mountain biking. Here are the 12 best things to do in Bentonville, Arkansas. More than 3,600 pieces make up the accomplished collection that includes works by everyone from Rockwell to Chihuly....

It was built up around the seafood industry, thanks to its prime location on the Gulf of Mexico. Here’s what to add to your list when planning a trip to Biloxi, Mississippi. A guide walks you through everything in the catch before releasing it back into the ocean. Credit: Getty Images If you’re lucky, you may even spot dolphins while out on the water! Today, tours of the lighthouse are offered daily for $5 admission....