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From obvious mishaps to the easily forgotten checklist items. Lets just say its not for the faint of heart. These are 10 summer entertaining mistakes that a Southern host would never make. Pillows: Veranda Design, Courtesy Lisa Corti; Ceramic Pitchers: Courtesy Soire Everyday.Credit:CARMEL BRANTLEY Summer is a time for simplicity. Its a time to sit back and relax. Thinkpunches, kebabs, dips, andfinger-friendlyor single serve foods. Credit: Laurey W. Glenn But above alldont run out of food....

They do have their growth cycle, often slowing down in the winter when plants typically receive less light. In winter, days are shorter and have lower light levels. Plants that are growing at a slower rate likely won’t need fertilizer. Credit:Getty Images Yet there are nuances to know to determine if reducing how often you fertilize is a good idea. There can be confusion as the slowed-down growth is commonly referred to as dormancy, explains Hancock....

Last year’s plants may have been afflicted by pests or diseases that are overwintering in your containers. Here are a few easy steps for cleaning your planters, plus insight on which cleaners are best. Bonus: Those containers will gleam and look like new againat least for a little while. Credit:Dmitrii Marchenko / Getty Images Use a brush to loosen and knock off as much soil as you might. Step 2: Wash Pots Fill a tub or sink with warm, soapy water....

Its the ultimate hack for your best grilled cheese ever. And no, it’s not tomatoes or bacon. The secret to yourbest-ever grilled cheese? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Next time you make one, don’t smother your bread in butter like usual. Instead, slather on the mayo; it’ll add a tangandcreate a perfectly crisp exterior. Why Use Mayonnaise On Your Grilled Cheese? So how do you avoid a barely toasted cheese melt or burnt sandwich with still-cold cheddar?...

Get those beautiful summer berries to go the extra mile with an easy wash of vinegar diluted in water. Because as juicy and delectable asfresh berriesare, they’re also impossibly delicate. Perhaps that’s what we love about them. Credit: Adventure_Photo/Getty Images (*This is an approximation based on years of berry eating, not a real statistic.) And, the key is already in your kitchen cabinet. Why Does Vinegar Keep Berries Fresh? Credit: Helen Norman; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller; Food Styling: Marian Cooper Cairns...

Like all good foods, the South perfected pimento cheese. Pimiento Cheese Cookies Recipe:Pimiento Cheese Cookies Sweet and savory baked into one treat. Try swapping strawberry for your favorite jelly flavorperhaps even pepper jelly for an extra spicy cookie. Credit:Jennifer Davick Save some for an afternoon snack, or prepare these sausage balls for your next event. Try topping a classic sandwich with an even more classic Southern spreadcreamy pimento cheese. These sandwiches are cheese, creamy, and flavorful....

Why We Love It Quite simply, it is stunning. Combined with excellent service and acommitment to accessibility, this setting makes an unforgettable stay. Drinking And Dining Coastal Italy inspires the menus atSaint Bibianaand Bar Bibi. Credit:Robbie Caponetto Bar Bibi serves poolside fare like salads, pizzas, and cocktails. Drinks can also be enjoyed at the hotels lobby bar, The Green Room. Credit:Robbie Caponetto

You already cook onions with your pot roast. Now, make them the star of the meal, not just a sidekick. Learn how to make French onion pot roast. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox It’s delicious served over mashed potatoes. Leftovers also make delicious sandwichesserve on crusty rolls with melted Gruyere cheese. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Transfer to a plate; set aside....

Turn to your trusty sheet pan for an easier-than-ever breakfast. Johnny Miller You know how the first pancake you make isn’t great? Well, not with this recipe. Credit:Johnny Miller Feel free to experiment and find your favorite combination. As someone who struggles not to make a recipe her own, I was inspired by the open-ended format. I had apples languishing the fridge, and thinly sliced them to shingle over half of the batter....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Swap your butter dish for fresh, warm butter anytime. Southern Living / Amazon Nothing compares to the first bite of ahomemade biscuitwith warm, melty butter. Credit:Southern Living / Amazon Weve rounded up our favorite butter crocks on Amazon that let you keep room-temperature butter handy in your kitchen. With our top picks, you could swap thatchilled butterdish in the fridge for a delicious golden garnish anytime....

We’ve spelled out how to get the most out of your signature scent. Gettingperfumejust right can be a challenge. Put on too much and your perfume will enter the room before you do. The earliest American perfume was known as Florida Water: a mixture of eau de cologne, cloves, lavender, and bergamot. And iconic Southern flowers—from jasmine to gardenia—have been making their way into fragrances ever since. Put on too little, and you might as well have saved your money on that French fragrance....

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. These darling finds are perfect for church services, scavenger egg hunts, and brunch. Its designed with a one-shoulder neckline, ruffle tiered skirt, and a stretchy smocked top. Credit:Southern Living Grab it in 23 colors and stock up on your favorites while its on sale. This smocked midi dress is for you. The dress is designed with a simple crew neckline, flowy sleeves, and a ruffle hem skirt bottom....

Plus, Grumpy chooses an iconic rose as the plant of the week. Is there any chance they will bloom here?" But the plants don’t like the Souths hot summers. And they’re not that cold hearty here either. So you’re going to have to plant new ones every year. It’s a real true Southern icon. But they also grow inland very well too. It’s a good plant because it’s evergreen. And it has no stickers, so you don’t have to worry about that part....