Perfecting the Southern Grilled Cheese Sandwich
The Southern Grilled Cheese Sandwich. It's a southern staple and its more than two pieces of bread with melted cheese. It's comfort food at it's finest and in this southern man's opinion, meant to be enjoyed anytime. RELATED: Best 30A Restaurants In 2022 This sandwich will change your life. If [...]
The Sazerac Is New Orleans’ Most Famous Cocktail
New Orleans is a special city, especially when it comes to cocktails. The Sazerac is New Orleans' most famous cocktail and is a wonderful complement to any special occasion, especially in the South. Today, the Sazerac Bar in New Orleans Roosevelt Hotel specializes in making the perfect Sazerac cocktail. The [...]
A 2022 Valentine’s Day Plan Every Girl Will Love
Let's face it; 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, knowing what gifts to whoo her with can be overwhelming. Here is a 2022 Valentine's Day plan every girl will love. Most guys [...]
12 Summer Red Wines Under $25
Although you might think you should only drink white wine in the warmer months, don't neglect these 12 Summer Red Wines under $25. My sommelier friend at Belle Meade Winery in Nashville, Tennessee, Deb Van Pelt, did the heavy-lifting for this article and provided the recommendations below. A note on [...]
How to Score Premium Allocated Bourbons
The bourbon craze that has been sweeping across America for the past two decades is real. Enthusiasts search far and wide for premium bourbons such as Pappy Van Winkle, Old Forester Birthday Bourbon, Elijah Craig 21-year, George T. Stagg, Russell's Reserve, Blanton's, and a host of others. Although premium brands [...]
A Southerner’s Introduction to French Wine
Understanding wine, notably the wines of France, couldn’t be complicated. Learning the basics of French wine, including the various regions, will make ordering from an upscale wine menu or wine retailer a breeze. Here’s a Southerner’s introduction to French wine. Kudos to my good friend, Debbie Van Pelt, the Advanced [...]
Southern Sweet Tea: Making & Drinking the ‘House Wine’ of the South
Iced tea, or should I say, southern sweet tea, is as southern as magnolia trees, pecan pie, and catching lightning bugs at dusk. It’s part of our southern lifestyle. Southern belles refer to sweet tea as the "house wine of the South." Here are some tips on how to drink and [...]
10 Commandments for Football Tailgating in the South
Proper pre-game festivities are paramount to a successful college game day. Here are 10 commandments that will make tailgating in the South easier. I. Thou shall dress properly. Know your venue. Cutoffs jeans and sleeveless tees may work on some campuses but I strongly suggest you research what is appropriate if [...]
Personal Chef Josh Champion Talks Private Dining
Private Chef Josh Champion of Take It Personal Chef Service grew up in rural Western Kentucky hunting and fishing. Today Chef Josh operates one of the premier private chef services along 30a's Emerald Coast. Chef Josh Champion of Take It Personal Chef Service plates a salad at a client's home [...]
Nashville’s Perfect Staycation: The Hermitage Hotel
You deserve a break, so bring along some friends and enjoy Nashville's perfect 'Staycation, The Hermitage Hotel, and the Capitol Grille. The front entrance to Nashville's grand Hermitage Hotel (The Hermitage Hotel) Vacation and travel plans have been mostly scraped in 2020 by the coronavirus pandemic. There's no [...]