The Daily South

Summer Shopping in Charlotte

May 22, 2013 | By Mary Beard | Comments (1)

In our Charlotte Summer in the South guide we tapped interior designer Barrie Benson for tips on the best shopping spots in Charlotte. If it’s a great deal you are after, Barrie recommends going to Hong Kong Vintage & Recycled on Central Avenue for chic accessories and breezy sundresses. To splurge on lust-worthy designer pieces such SUNO dresses, Nina Ricci skirts, and […]

From the Test Kitchen

Fired Up for Florida Supersweet Corn

May 21, 2013 | By Vanessa Rocchio | Comments (0)

The spring growing season for Florida supersweet corn peaks just about the time we’re firing up the backyard grill again for outdoor suppers – which is weeks before the local harvest shows up at roadside stands. Ripe with summer flavor, supersweet corn is so deliciously crisp and tender that it can be sprinkled over salads, tossed with pasta, or tucked into […]

The Best Biscuit Sandwich in Nashville

May 21, 2013 | By Stephanie Granada | Comments (0)

We love Holly Williams. She inherited all the talent of her father Hank Williams, Jr., and grandfather Hank Williams (listen to her latest album The Highway if you want proof), she is charming and stylish, and she loves food as much as we do. She’s that cool Nashville friend you want to have. Luckily, Holly was happy to share her […]

From the Test Kitchen

500 Miles and 1000 Biscuits Later…

May 20, 2013 | By Whitney Wright | Comments (4)

Our road trip to Knoxville for the Southern Food Writing Conference and International Biscuit Festival was as delicious as we dreamed it would be. We talked about the future of Southern food with writers like Sheri Castle, Francis Lam, Liz Thorpe, Kat Kinsman and Cynthia Graubart and ate biscuits in every flavor imaginable from Erin Carlini’s “Kimchi Bulgolgi Biscuit” to […]

5 Southern Bands that Rocked Hangout

May 20, 2013 | By Mary Beard and Kate Phillips | Comments (0)

All eyes were on the South this weekend as musicians and music lovers descended on Gulf Shores, Alabama, for the 4th annual Hangout Music Festival. With one of the most eclectic lineups of summer, Hangout had acts to suit every kind of musical taste. Crowd favorites included Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, The Roots, Bassnectar, Stevie Wonder, and Ellie Goulding. […]

The Birmingham Bands You Need To Know

May 20, 2013 | By Stephanie Granada | Comments (1)

Birmingham, Alabama’s music scene is blowing up: Homegrown bands are playing major music fests such as Banditos at this weekend’s Hangout Music Festival, while a new music venue, Iron City, is bringing bands such as Neutral Milk Hotel to the city. To get the low-down on the top emerging talent from Birmingham, we asked one of the city’s biggest music advocates […]

5 Things You Need to Know This Week

May 20, 2013 | By Jessica Stringer | Comments (2)

Every Monday we bring you the SL Hot List, a round up of the five latest and greatest things to hit the South. Consider it your weekly update on our region’s most buzzworthy food, culture, and style news.

The Grumpy Gardener

Don’t Hate My Lawn! 5 Keys to Responsible Lawn Care

May 19, 2013 | By Steve Bender | Comments (2)

Lawn lovers, we are victorious! Last week, we decisively proved that there are very good reasons to cherish our carpets of green! But with great power comes great responsibility. Here are five ways to become an environmentally sensitive lawn owner.

The Perfect Gulf Beach Day

May 19, 2013 | By Stephanie Granada | Comments (0)

As one of the most popular beach destinations for Southerners, we had to get the inside scoop on the best under-the-radar spots to hang like a local in the Florida Panhandle. We asked local artist Justin Lyons where he goes to get the best music, food, and beach time for our Summer in the South Florida Panhandle guide.

Southern Snapshot

You Shot It: Traveling Through Mississippi

May 18, 2013 | By Stephanie Granada | Comments (0)

Every week we ask you to share your favorite Southern sights using #SouthernSnapshot. This week we are loving the Mississippi shots captured by @F8inMemphis. Here are some of our favorites and the photographer’s descriptions for the images.

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