7 Ways to Make Valentine’s Day Special
Most guys dread Valentine's Day. It's not that we don't want to make the day memorable or bestow gifts on that special girl. However, finding that special valentine's gift can be overwhelming. Here are 7 ways to make Valentine's Day Special. Men typically follow the same routine on Valentine's Day: [...]
How to Make and Order Better Coffee
Most everyone enjoys a cup of coffee to jumpstart the day. Jeff Daniels, the Director of Sales at Non-Fiction Coffee, provides insight on how to make and order better coffee and questions to ask a barista. https://traffic.libsyn.com/southernamericana/Nonfiction_Coffee.mp3 Based in Pelham, Alabama, Non-Fiction Coffee strives to roast the best coffee while dignifying [...]
Best Cigar Lounges In the South
Enjoying a fine cigar remains a pleasure that I truly love. Over the past two decades, many states implemented laws prohibiting smoking in restaurants and bars. With tightening smoking restrictions, finding a suitable spot to smoke a quality cigar can be challenging. Here are the best cigar lounges in the [...]
Deep Fried Turkey Made Easy
The first time I tasted deep-fried turkey, I swore I would never eat a baked one again. Well, that's not entirely true. However, I prefer the tender, juicy flavor the deep frying cooking method gives my favorite holiday bird. Grab a drink and read my insights on deep-fried turkey made [...]
Best 30a Restaurants In 2023
Exceptional food and fine dining along Florida's Emerald Coast attract millions annually. Here are the Best 30a Restaurants In 2023. UPDATED 2024 Edition of Best 30A Restaurants 30a's white-sand beaches, combined with three and a half seasons of warm weather, attract visitors and a new creative class, including world-class chefs [...]
Chef John Currence On All Things Southern
Regarded as one of the South's best, Chef John Currence made a name for himself in the early 1990s when he opened City Grocery in Oxford, Mississippi. Today the City Grocery Restaurant Group also includes Bouré, Snack Bar, and the fast-growing chain Big Bad Breakfast. https://traffic.libsyn.com/southernamericana/Chef_John_Currence.mp3 I sat down with [...]
12 Easy Steps to Juicy, Flavorful Deep Fried Turkey
For those of you who have savored the incredible flavor of deep-fried turkey, there's nothing more to say. If this pleasure has escaped you, then I suggest you follow the 12 easy steps to a juicy, flavorful deep-fried turkey. RELATED: How to Properly Smoke and Enjoy a Fine Cigar [...]
12 Summer White Wines Under $25
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a refreshing glass of wine and fortunately, there are plenty of white wines that pair well with outdoor festivities. Below are 12 summer wines under $25 that you can enjoy at the beach, lake, or at a neighborhood social. RELATED: Wine Sommelier Deb [...]
Master Sommelier Emmanuel Kemiji
Emmanuel Kemiji became only the 12th American to achieve the rank of Master Sommelier. He is also one of nine people to pass the exam on his first attempt. While in town for the 30A Wine Festival, Kemiji sat down with me in the podcast studio at SOWAL House in [...]
5 Summer Facts About Sauvignon Blanc
If you are eager to open a refreshing "deck & pool" wine this spring and summer, Sauvignon Blanc is an excellent choice. Crisp, tangy, often with flavors of hay, grass, and green herbs, sometimes developing tropical notes, Sauvignon Blanc is a classy white and a "must pour" in warm weather. Thought [...]