The South's Most Legendary Restaurants

These are some of the region’s most iconic spots. Some might say legendary means white tablecloths and an expert wine list, like at Berns in Tampa. Others might picture aniconic barbecue joint, like Arthur Bryants in Kansas City. Credit:CHRIS GRANGER Hospitality is keythe best places always remember their regulars, while making newcomers feel right at home. History matters, too.Cattlemens Steakhousein Oklahoma opened in 1910 and still serves up prime cuts cooked over charcoal....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 759 words · Carolyn Rodriguez

The South's Top 50 Barbecue Joints Of 2023

Its time once again forSouthern Livings annual list of the Top 50 BBQ Joints in the South. Some of the trends I noted while compilinglast years listare even more pronounced in 2023. It also seems that the Souths brisket fever is finally starting to break. Credit: Courtesy of Prime BBQ Some are even aspiring to stake out a new, more modern style thats unique to their particular region. Thats one reason why, when compiling this years list, Ive tightened the screws on regionality....

May 4, 2025 · 6 min · 1137 words · Justin Mcintyre

The Southern Breakfast Recipe That Became An Instant Hit In 2024

We’ve made it for dozens of occasions. A heartySouthern breakfastjust isnt complete without the essentials: hash browns, cheese, bacon, and eggs. And somewhere along the way, Southerners combined all our favorite morning staples into one unforgettable dishthe breakfast casserole. Credit: Photographer: Jennifer Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Missie Neville Crawford The more nostalgic, the better. Over the years, breakfast casseroles like ourStuffed Ham-and-Cheese Croissant Casseroleand the ever-popularTater Tot Breakfast Casserolehave won over readers....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 162 words · Troy Williams

The Southern Gardener's Guide To Plant Hardiness And Climate Zones

Chances are, if you haveanyexperience with plantinganything, you’ve heard of planting zones. In the South, heat is as much a limiting factor as cold. Fortunately, sizzling Southern temperatures rarely last long. Plants that need cool nights and long periods of winter chill do well here. Cold winters bring constraints, however. Crepe myrtle, camellias, and figs may not be cold-hardy in all areas. The last frost occurs anywhere from mid-April to the first 10 days of May....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 302 words · Michael Mcdowell

The Southern Living Home Collection at Dillard's

This line is sold exclusively at Dillards and includes bedding, tabletop, kitchen, cookware, and linens. TheSouthern LivingHome Collection is currently available on Dillards.com and at more than 240 Dillards stores nationwide. More from The Southern Living Home Collection at Dillard’s Explore Shopping

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 42 words · Thomas Hines

The Southern Living Idea House 2023

The countryside is musical. The land rolls here, dipping into tree-spangled valleys then cresting into grassy knolls that stretch toward the sky.

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 22 words · William Montoya

The Southern Living Plant Collection

Want your gardens to look like the pages ofSouthern Living?These plants deliver. More from The Southern Living Plant Collection Explore Shopping

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 21 words · Michael Brock

The Southern Living Test Kitchen's 10 Best Recipes Developed In 2024

These are the Test Kitchen MVPs. Which is a long way of saying that we are doing a lot of cooking. The tomato aioli was also so delicious that I wanted to put it on everything! Credit:Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster It’s super straightforward and the seasonings are just right. The most important part is lots of lemons and onions!" I’ve tried so many differentbanana puddings, and my Aunt Brenda’s will always be my favorite....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 240 words · Damon Stanley

The South’s Best Cities On The Rise 2024

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. LISA CORSON According to theU.S. Census, the South is the place to be. Credit:LISA CORSON Plus, the South is the only region that maintained population growth during the pandemic. And theyre not done growing. Then, our readers selected their top picks in our annualSouths Best Awardssurvey. Credit:Denis Tangney Jr./Getty Images The survey was fielded from July 12 to August 23, 2023, and had over 20,000 respondents....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 381 words · Lisa Khan

The Space-Saving Products I'm Telling Everyone To Pack After Going On My First Cruise

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Dont set sail without these essentials. Not everything I panic-purchased on Amazon came in handy, though. Credit:Southern Living At $6 for a set of 20, these hooks are a no-brainer. This portable clothesline barely takes up space in a suitcase and comes with a convenient carrying pouch. Keep small, miscellaneous items in reach with this shoe organizer. Credit:Amazon Plus, it folds up compactly in a suitcase....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 120 words · Chad Hall

The Spanx AirEssentials Line is an Editor Favorite—and Dozens of Styles and Sizes Just Went on Sale

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Save up to 70 percent. Southern Living Comfort is essential. Credit:Southern Living It didn’t take long for us to uncover a catalog of deals up to 70 percent off. Check out the 16 best options below to top off your winter wardrobe. The moderately slouchy fit and waist-length hem make this hoodie feel a bit more polished than a traditional style....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 149 words · Eric Patel

The Spirit Of Game Day

Once August rolls around, everything in the South revolves around game day. Tailgating is about the spirit of community.

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 19 words · Patrick Green

The Sports-Centric Texas Suburb City Near Dallas Is Worth A Visit On Its Own

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Perfect for family fun and sports fans, this isn’t your usual suburb. About 25 minutes north of Dallas, Frisco is a suburban Texascity shaking things up. Credit: Roger Robinson/visitfrisco.com Here are our favorite ways to explore Frisco that will leave you coming back for more. Visitors cantour The Starand see the Ford Center, Nike Star Walk, the War Room, and more....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 190 words · Lance Webb