A fitting musical tribute to honor the Rock & Roll President. Jason shared withSouthern Livingthat his grandfather is doing okay… hes really physically diminished. He really cant do much on his own but hes emotionally engaged. Credit:Paras Griffin/Getty Images He is mentally engaged. He also shared with us that the choice of where to host this party was equally as important. I think for us, hes grounded in Georgia in such a fundamental way....

Just in time for winter, we’re dishing up the recipe so you could recreate it at home. Getty Images Throughout her 78 years on Earth, Dolly Parton has uttered manyunforgettable quotes. One of our all-time favorites? Credit:Getty Images “When I wake up, I expect things to be good. So why not attempt to make the most of it if you’re able to? “Thats such a lovely perspective no matter what you’ve been throughor are going through....

In South Alabama, Dean Jacobs has been baking cakes from another time and won’t stop now. There is little decoration on the outside, no shutters, no shrubs. It’s plain in just about every way. Credit: Robbie Caponetto It’s the highest compliment Dean Jacobs hears. And her secret ingredient is the grandmothers themselves. “It’s the only thing we’ve got going for us,” Jacobs said recently. Credit: Robbie Caponetto “People know a real person makes every cake....

Say bonjour to this retro cropped chop. From shoulder-grazing long bobs to cheekbone-huggingmini bobs, this cut can have anyone tempted to make the big chop. Saybonjourto the French bob. Credit:Claudio Lavenia/Contributor / Getty Images Here’s what to know about this cropped hairstyle and how to get it at the salon. What Is A French Bob? What makes the French bob so appealing might stem from the women who wear it....

Its not a casserole. I had never experienced hunger in this way. The pillows on the couch started to look good. Credit: NightAndDayImages / Getty Images I needed to eat, urgently. There are so many moments like these when youre a new parent. Youre tired, youve got your hands full, the baby is crying, and you are starving. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Nocasserolecan help you now. You need something you cangrab with one handand cram into your mouth....

One Southern city lays claim to the beloved condiment. Courtesy The Mayflower Cafe Comeback sauce is a culture, not just a sauce, says chef Hunter Evans. What Is Comeback Sauce? Credit:Courtesy The Mayflower Cafe Depending on the proprietor, comeback sauce ranges from a pale coral to a vibrant burnt orange. To the uninitiated, one might mistake it forthousand island dressingorremoulade. It shares some DNA with both, but neither has the same tangy, spicy bite as comeback sauce....

This is cookbook author Caroline Chambers go-to flavor booster. Its my moment to teach a man to fish instead of handing a man a fish, she says. Harissa is one such condiment. Credit:Jennifer Causey; Food Stylist: Anna Hampton; Prop Stylist:Claire Spollen What Is Harissa? It just wakes the whole thing up and brings it from dull, heavy stew territory to really bright. It adds this acidity thats so good. Credit:Union Square & Co...

No less than 200 birding sites can be found from Amelia Island, Jacksonville, andSt. Here, birders will find the Magnificent Frigate bird, piping plover, snowy plover, and swallow-tailed kite. Bring a pair of binoculars. Credit:Getty Images/Photo by James Keith Study up. Know what kind of birds youre most likely to see in the region youre in. Pick a spot. Credit:Getty Images/Photo by James Keith Keep notes. The Merlin Bird ID and eBird smartphone apps are fun ways to keep tabs....

The secret is in the sheet pan. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Roasting vegetables is easy work, right? Simply toss them in oil andseasonings, then throw them in a hot oven. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox And there’s one secret we think makes all the difference. Read on to find out the only way you should be roasting your vegetables from now on. Can You Roast Frozen Vegetables? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...

Getty Images The Southern U.S. might not be first to come to mind when considering great surfing destinations. South Africa and Australia? No matter your skill level, these are the best surfing beaches in the South. Credit:Getty Images More great surfing can be found at nearby Atlantic Beach, another Crystal Coast gem. Carolina Beach North Carolina surfers love this lowkey beach community located just 20 minutes south ofWilmington. Beginners can test their developing skills near 20 manned lifeguard stands spaced across the three-mile beach....

The ‘Peggy Martin’ rose is tough as nails, surviving two weeks underwater after Hurricane Katrina. “She’s a rambler and can be very aggressive, but she has no thorns. She’s not a cutting rose, eitherbut from a distance, she’s just stunning.” Credit:WYNN MYERS; Styling: SARA OSWALT/SISTERBROTHER MGMT Burrus gave her beloved ‘Peggy Martin’ rose a fitting homedraping what she calls her “garden haus.” “Then we found old windows and a tin roof....

This isnt your average builder beige from the 90s and 00s. Say hello to our favorite new warm neutral. Julie Soefer; Courtesy of Marie Flanigan Interiors You heard it right: Beige is back. Credit:Julie Soefer; Courtesy of Marie Flanigan Interiors The two designers gave us the scoop on how to make the most of tasteful beige in our homes. Why Is Beige Back Now? Flanigan sees an increased desire to layer whites and add texture....

Garden parties, baby showers, ladies luncheons all are a fantastic occasion (and great excuse!) to dig for Mama’s tattered recipe cards and bake. This carrot cake is one of our all-time favorites. Credit:Alison Miksch They are also tender and delicate, so treat them carefully when removing from your pans. And, can we talk about the garnishes onthis classic Southern cake recipe? What better way to spend a Saturday than to make this moist, stately carrot cake?...