Get Your Grill Ready for Summer

Nothing says summer like firing up the grill. But a backyard shindig can go bad if your grill is out of shape. Check out these tips to ensure your grates are ready-to-go for Memorial Day: Grill covers are the best way to protect your grill all year long. The cover should have a cloth lining to draw moisture away from […]

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Giveaway! Hand-Forged Iron Chandelier

Deep in the heart of Arkansas’ Ozark Mountains, Stone County Ironworks crafts iron furniture and lighting using old-world blacksmith methods. Company president Corky Baker leads a team of 30 artisans (including 3 of Corky’s own 6 children ) who make each piece using century-old, true smithy equipment. Although, Stone County works diligently to preserve the heritage of blacksmithing, their designs are […]

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A Southern Slice of the Big Apple

On June 8 and 9, a posse of pitmasters descends on New York City’s Madison Square Park for the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party. Let’s call that home base. From there, explore some of our favorite spots of the city’s Southern invasion. 1. The 34th Annual Mississippi Picnic June 8, noon to 6 p.m. Leave it to the Hospitality State […]

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Give Me Some Sugar: Wrapping It Up

Over the past 12 weeks Emily Hilliard has introduced us to some of the South’s most talented female pastry chefs  through the Southern Foodways Alliance series “Give Me Some Sugar.” For the past 3 months, I’ve been talking with women pastry chefs from across the South for the series “Give Me Some Sugar.” One of the questions I asked each chef was […]

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Sweet, Smoky Ribs: The Oven Cheat Method

Memphis native and Test Kitchen veteran Pam Lolley was the victor in our Test Kitchen ribs smackdown.  The best part about her smoky, sweet ribs recipe?  You can cheat these babies in the oven.  We love the oven method because wrapping the ribs in heavy duty foil will keep the ribs moist with no need to baste.  And, oven temperature […]

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5 Things You Need to Know This Week

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.

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The South’s Best New Ice Cream

Whether you prefer it in a cone or a cup, a sugar or cake cone, there’s nothing like cold, creamy ice cream on a blazing summer day. We rounded up five of the newest frozen treats from around the South. Bonus points if you try all five this summer.

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Mulching 101 — Your Questions Answered

Mulching may sound mundane, and doing it is even mundaner. But mulching the garden is one of the most essential ways to ensure its success, especially with the hot summer ahead. Therefore, let Grumpy guide you through all the in’s and out’s of mulching properly.

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Spend Less Money On Your Perfect Beach Rental

If your beach vacation lasts longer than a day or two, you’re already doing your bank account a huge favor by opting for a house of condo rental over racking up fees at a hotel. But what if we said you could save even more? We tapped experts along the Gulf—rental central—to find out how you can get the best […]

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Nashville’s Steeplechase: Tailgating in Style

Today marks the 72nd running of the Iroquois Steeplechase, Nashville tradition hosted at Percy Warner Park. To get the inside scoop on the big event, check out The Complete Guide to the Iroquois Steeplechase from our May issue, in which we give you an overview of Steeplechase’s history and provide a tear-and-go break down of the track. Meanwhile, enjoy these […]

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