If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Peter Frank Edwards My aunt Linda used to tell me, Nobody has to make a basket. I was 5 or 6 years old, but I was determined. Credit:Peter Frank Edwards Incoastal South Carolina, that meant using a combination of bulrush and split oak. For a time, Cayetano-Jefferson also gave up making them. I didnt want sweetgrass baskets to define me, she says....
One of theSouths best surfing destinationsis the town of New Smyrna Beach, Florida. The community of fewer than 35,000 is located just south of buzzy Daytona Beach. Its relaxed and laidback vibe is perfect for surfers looking to catch a wave without fighting crowds. Credit:Javier_Art_Photography/Getty Images New Smyrnais beloved among East Coast surfers because it offers some of the most consistent swells in the region. Completely flat days are few and far between....
Get ready to become Irish for the day. Visit Savannah Theres no place likeSavannah, Georgiain March. (For reference, their first parade was held in 1843.) Credit:Visit Savannah The month is a non-stop celebration of family, says Patrick Rossiter. Hes an active member of several Irish organizations, including the Hibernian Society, theSt. Patricks Day Parade Committee, the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, and the Police Emerald Society. Credit:Visit Savannah He also comes from a long line of folks with Irish heritage....
How to have a Crescent City Christmas. Cedric Angeles If Mardi Gras isNew Orleans bread and butter, Christmas is the dessert. Come December, hotel lobbies are illuminated, palm trees shimmer, and restaurants roll out seasonal specialties. Credit:Cedric Angeles It couldnt be simpler to plan an over-the-top getaway hereit is the Big Easy, after all. The citys soundtrack changes ever so slightly this time of year. While many properties dazzle,The Roosevelt New Orleanshas one of the most impressively arrayed foyers of them all....
Flower Mound, Texas might be a perfect place to live with suburban charm and endless amenities, thereportsays. (If youre a Southern gardener, thewildflowersalone may have already sold you.) In 1984, it was designated as a historic landmark to protect it from development. An aerial view of Flower Mound, Texas.Credit:Trong Nguyen / Getty Images (Theres also an outdoor water park.) And if youre looking to hit the links, youll find award-winning golf courses at Bridlewood and Tour 18....
Any Texan could’ve told you this much. The Lone Star State is one of endless possibilitiesin food and adventurewith a healthy dash of down-home kindness. In the South, we call H-E-B anif you know, you knowtype of establishment. Credit:Getty Images / NurPhoto Take H-E-Bs freshly made tortillas and perfectly zingy guacamole, for instance. (One editor considers the guacamoleher best hosting shortcut.) These store products rival the best brand names. Credit:Getty Images...
For the most decadent loaded mashed potatoes, use pimiento cheese, caramelized onions, and crispy bacon. Well, only a Southerner would do that. Russet potatoes make the creamiest mashed potatoes, but they can become more soggy than Yukon golds. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Ingredients 3largerusset potatoes(about 3 lb. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot over low heat. Cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes to allow excess water to evaporate....
Its a dramatic understatement to say I have regrets. The burning didnt start immediately. In fact, for some odd reason it didnt creep up until an hour later. Credit:Alison Miksch And when it did, it came with a vengeance. Like poison ivy, capsaicin travels wherever you take it. If you touch your eyes, get ready to cry. If you go to the restroom, wellget ready to holler. Thoughts and prayers, my friend....
If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Swap your oversized purse for this darling option that can hold all your essentials. you’ve got the option to grab it for just $20 right now. Credit:Southern Living I wear a lot of navy and black and this adds a fun punch of color! If you want to browse more Vera Bradley deals that caught our attention, keep reading!...
Head into the Hill Country for a bit of Texas magic. All 270,000 square miles of Texas have plenty of travel appeal, to be sure. Its tucked somewhere quiet, feels delightfully old-fashioned, and has a little something for everyone. Credit: Wynn Myers Plan a weekend in this small town, and youll be flush with activities. Youll find plenty of stores, restaurants, and antiques within easy walking distance. Book the290 Wine Shuttlefor safe all-day transportation between the wineries....
If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. We can’t get over how spacious it looks. Real Simple / Euna Park Thinking about hopping on thetiny housetrend? Credit:Real Simple / Euna Park The built-in outdoor lights will also allow you to stay outside late into the night. The piece de resistance is the spiral staircase that adds a decorative touch. We seriously cant believe how luxuriousthis tiny houseis....
We took reader-favorite Tennessee Onions and made it into one of the creamiest dips this side of the Mississippi. We’ve used that recipe as inspiration for aTennessee Onions Pizza, too. But we’re not finished with that variations. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Onions also transform into something quite special with just a bit of heat and seasoning. That’s what we did, turning it into a creamy dip with mild Cheddar and robust smoked Gouda....
I just knew this was it and made an offer right on the spot. The timing wasnt ideal. Renovating in the middle of the COVID-19 shutdown meant industry-wide delays, so she didnt waste a second. Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller She called painters, landscape architects, and the pool company to come over on closing day. I am not a neutral-palette girl for my home. Color makes me happy! Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller...
