There’s something about spring that makes me crave a refreshing cocktail. With Derby and Steeplechase season upon us, there’s no better time to learn how to create the perfect Mint Julep. Being a self-professed, amateur bourbon enthusiast, sipping on a Mint Julep while listening to the birds chirp on a warm afternoon calms my spirit. [...]
The recent rebranding debacle at Cracker Barrel has set a new standard for what not to do in marketing. The decision to partner with the San Francisco marketing agency Prophet presents another significant challenge. Having grown up and lived in Tennessee for most of my life, I have witnessed the rise, growth, and slight decline [...]
Liza Graves, along with her husband, Jay, own StyleBlueprint, one of the South’s best lifestyle websites. I’ve been a huge fan of the site for many years and appreciate how they feature Southern businesses fueled by the entrepreneurs and creatives throughout the region. I'm constantly searching for interesting people throughout the South to interview. Although [...]
Finding the best men's shoes for the beach or lake is easy. Combining style and functionality is a must, and there are plenty of shoes that you can wear directly from the beach or boat to your favorite beach-side watering hole. RELATED: How to Wear the South's Classic Fabric I prefer going barefoot on and [...]
Toby Keith, an American icon and hit-making Country music singer/songwriter, passed away near Oklahoma City on February 5th after an 18-month battle with stomach cancer. Known for his patriotic, all-American stance on many important issues, here are three life lessons from Toby Keith. Surrounded by his family, Keith died in his sleep at the tender [...]
