Fresh tomatoes, corn, seafood, and more star in these tasty summer dip recipes. Celebrate the season of al-fresco dining with these fresh and delicious summer dips. Fontina cheese adds the right amount of flavor and creaminess without being too bold in flavor. Credit: Jennifer Davick Top the bowl of dip with additional chopped scallions before serving. Hot Crab-and-Artichoke Dip This creamy crab dip includes Southern-favorite Old Bay seasoning plus two kinds of cheese....

The experts have spoken. Laurey W. Glenn Well say it: Thedishwasheris one of the greatest inventions of modern times. Whats not to love about it? Credit:Laurey W. Glenn Let them air dry thoroughly before wearing. Just pop them on the top rack. Place them on the top rack of your dishwasher and run a gentle cycle with mild detergent. Credit: AndreyPopov/Getty Images Just be sure to check for any metal components that may rust or corrode....

Read onsome of their answers may surprise you. A room needs to feel layered and collected over time. These pieces help to tell the story of the clients who live there. Credit:Getty Images /Jose Luis Raota Caroline Harvey ofSimply CH Lifestyle & Interiorsin Richmond, Virginia, agrees. In the South, were so fortunate to have fabulous antiques and unique vintage pieces to fill our homes. If it feels exciting but good, and just outside the confines of the comfort zone, do it....

These are the best and most unexpected uses for the petroleum jelly in your medicine cabinet. Did you know that Vaseline goes way beyond soothing chapped lips and wounds? For that reason, the multitasking ointment can usually be found in every medicine cabinet. Credit:Getty Images/Towfiqu Barbhuiya/EyeEm Getty Images/Towfiqu Barbhuiya/EyeEm What Is Vaseline? You never know when it will get you out of a sticky situation. Simply lather a thick coating of petroleum jelly onto the scratch....

Recipes for savoring the flavor all season long. But the season’s end in September always rolls around too soon. It is so well emulsified and smooth that it beautifully coats greens and vegetables in a salad. Credit:Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Christina Daley Vidalia Onion Soup The natural sugars in Vidalia onions make them perfect for French onion soup. Dont skimp on caramelizing the onions. Its an important step to create a rich and nutty flavor for the star in this soup....

From sandwiches to mini cakes, these tea party recipes will look and taste great at your next event. The best afternoons are spent around the table with sweet tea and good friends. For centuries, the classic tea party has served as a time to decompress and simply enjoy the moment. Credit:Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Kay E. Clarke; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Get comfy, because with these recipes and good conversation, youll want to stay a while....

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Camellia facts all enthusiasts should know about these Southern-favorite shrubs. Thecamellia plantis one of ourfavorite evergreen flowering shrubs. Credit: Martin Leigh/Getty Images They provide beautiful garden color throughout the South. sasanquaspecies) bloom in fall. These hybrids provide vibrant autumn color and are easy to train into espalier, hedge, or climbing forms. Credit: Chikako Nobuhara/Getty Images Camellias Are Shady Ladies Camellias thrive inpartial shadewith plenty of protection from the bright afternoon sun....

You’ll never guess which is our favorite sauce! Like most Southerners, Southern Living editors cant help but be fans of Chick-fil-A. Many of us consider the Georgia-based company to be ourfavorite fast-food chain. Credit: Courtesy of Chick-fil-A Some of us admit to visiting at least once (and sometimes multiple times) a week. And like all true fans, we have our opinions about the best things to order. Here are 15 things Southern Living editors always order at Chick-fil-A....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Read on for the best things to do during your visit to Banner Elk. Besides skiing, other winter activities includesnow tubingand a freestyle terrain park for beginner through advanced snowboarding. Credit: Todd Bush The resort also has North Carolina’s only mountain-top ski bar, 5506' Skybar. At 5,300 feet, it also has the state’s largest vertical drop of 1,200 feet. Summer brings food truck festivals,summer music series, fireworks, and mountain biking....

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. With 24 miles of coastline, this Atlantic Coast gem could be the Sunshine State’s best-kept secret. As far as swoon-worthy beaches are concerned, there’s no denying it:Florida is spoiled with options. Credit: JodiJacobson/Getty Images Chances are you have a favorite getawayan old faithful you tend to return to year after year. Here’s what to do on your visit. Sound like a dream?...

Make the trip and you might stay forever. Browse the thoughtful collection of stationery, entertaining staples, milestone gifts, unique lampshades, and more. In addition to their treasure-filled store, Laurie and her husband also offer custom lamp work and repair. Credit:Jen Fariello, Courtesy of The Scout Guide Charlottesville Located in downtown Gordonsville, Cavallo offers creative framing solutions for a variety of treasures. Today Pres des Pres serves French cuisine with a prix fixe menu that Chef Abigail Duck changes monthly....

It’s time to purge your home. Is yourclosetoverflowing with clothing, accessories, and items galore? But according to experts we consulted, odds are you have several items that need to be tossed pronto. Here are 15items to tossfrom your closet now, according to our professionals. But, according to our experts, clothes are a problematic part of most closets. “Most of our customers have clothes and shoes they simply no longer wear,” Dodson says....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. You might need to sleep with the lights on. Thriller books are a beloved genre for readersand not just during the spooky season. Credit:Getty Images College best friends Emily Reeder and Ashley DeSanno know a thing or two about psychological thriller books. At the top of their list for 2024?The Return of Ellie Black by Emiko Jean. The intensity of the last 30 pages had us on the edge of our seats....