7 Common ‘Food’ Phrases We Use Often
You probably use some of these 7 Common 'food' phrases regularly. But have you ever wondered about their origin? Thing is, they're about food, and here's some background on each from Grammar Girl. RELATED: Best 30a Restaurants In 2022 Today we’re going to talk about idioms that come from foods. [...]
Southern Summers: How to Beat Dehydration On the Tennis Court
I play a lot of tennis, and call me crazy, but I love playing in hot weather. A recent match I played last week ended at 2:30 p.m. The asphalt temperature was 142 degrees. That's hot! Lately, I've had several friends who have suffered from dehydration and the symptoms associated [...]
Southern Man’s Guide to Balancing Work and Play
We've often heard, "all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy." Here's a Southern man's guide to balancing work and play. Modern life is hectic. Very hectic! The modern, southern man, has more demands on his time than ever before. Keeping on top of everything can be nearly [...]
Southern Man’s Guide to Being a Gentleman Abroad
Planning a trip abroad soon? Naturally, southern gentlemen know how to conduct themselves stateside but here are few reminders on being a gentleman abroad. RELATED: The South's Best Catfish Restaurant The global pursuits of a man should never be hindered by unfamiliar soil. Short of being thrown in the slammer for [...]
6 Southern Lakes Worth Visiting This Summer or Fall
Lakes and all the activities they offer at major playgrounds during Southern summer months. With anything from boating to competitive fishing, these six southern lakes will provide endless hours of fun. Thanks Elizabeth Hutchinson and Garden & Gun for the majority of this article. RELATED: 12 Summer White Wines Under [...]
Southern Man’s Guide to the Best Handguns for Personal Protection
Is it time to buy your first handgun? What weapons are the best to carry for personal defense? Men and women seek to find the best options for personal protection. Here are a few to consider if you’re eyeing a personal protection purchase. The most common question I hear is, [...]
8 Dating Habits Every Southern Man Should Master
Dating seems to have taken on a whole new life now that instant technology and social media have overwhelmed society. Here are some dating tips southern men should have mastered and other gentlemen should adopt. Thanks to D'Marge for the list. In a world rife with Tinder hook-ups, public displays [...]
Jockeys & Juleps Derby Watch Party Brings Fashion & Food Together to Raise Funds for Therapy Riding Program
(MEMPHIS, TN) - Kirby Dobbs Floyd and her husband Glenn, both of whom dreamed of using their horse farm to help people with disabilities tackle their physical and emotional challenges, came one step closer as 900 well-dressed Memphians gathered to watch “The Run for the Roses” at the inaugural Jockeys and Juleps [...]
Oxford’s Own: Rowan Oak, William Faulkner & Nic Brown
I've been to Oxford, MS many times yet I must confess; I have never visited Rowan Oak, the home of legendary author William Faulkner. I mean I have not physically been there. My dreams have taken me there on multiple occasions. In a post for Garden & Gun, writer and [...]
‘Must See’ Southern Neighborhoods
Ever wonder what the best and most historic southern neighborhoods are? Of course, the one you live in is great but here are six others worth visiting. Cleo De Laney at StyleBlueprint has done a great job with this profile. The South is steeped in rich history like no other [...]