This savoury tart is easy to make and packed full of flavour! Light, airy pastry, delicious asparagus and smoky sausage are a perfect combination for
A fun spin on two Southern classics, this recipe combines the flavours of Cobb salad with the serving style of wedge salad.
Enjoy this comfort food with mash, pasta, or rice with seasonal greens. Or transfer to an ovenproof dish, top with puff pastry and bake until
These warm, crispy additions to your cheese board are also a great way to use leftover brie cheese.
With a nod to the African heritage of the South, greens are a side dish staple. Collards are the most common variety, but this version
Southern hushpuppies are nuggets of cornmeal batter fried until golden brown on the outside and soft on the inside. They are delicious served as a
One of the South’s signature dishes, biscuits and gravy can be enjoyed at any time of day. This distinctively savory meal has become a Southern
Caramel cake is decidedly Southern – it’s made with butter and buttermilk -and it is delicious. Don’t be put off by the cooked frosting, it
Pecan trees grow wild in Mississippi, so these tasty nuts are readily available. This flavor combination has a sweet beginning and a savory finish. Spiced
Fried catfish is another Southern tradition, along with buttermilk hushpuppies and coleslaw. Try these traditional foods together – they will not disappoint!
Spicy fried chicken sandwiched together with crispy bacon, cheese and pickles.
Make these for a sandwich supper or luncheon. A good way to use leftover turkey!
As the popular vodka-based Moscow mule spread across America in the early 1900’s, some genius had the idea to exchange the vodka for bourbon. The
Kentucky mint juleps start with bourbon and include muddled fresh mint, sugar or simple syrup and crushed ice. Juleps are a Kentucky tradition and are
When it comes to regional barbecue, in Western Kentucky it is mutton, which is sheep over 2 years old. In the 1800’s wool production in
Spoon bread is a comforting, custard-like cornbread side dish that you serve with a spoon. It is said to have originated with Native Americans, and
The perfect finale to any Southern celebration is this Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie. Its rich chocolate chip, buttery pecan filling is luxurious but easy to
While no one knows the origin of the name of this African American dish, it is served throughout the South on New Year’s Day. It
There are many variations of the famous Kentucky Bourbon Balls originally made by Rebecca Ruth Candies in the 1930’s. These no-bake creamy treats are delicious
Key Lime Pie is the renowned dessert of Florida, and the small, tart limes grown in the Florida Keys are the inspiration for this incredibly
Take a dessert cocktail to a whole new level with this Mississippi Mudtini – a chocolate martini. The light alcohol content and the chocolate whipped
Also known as the Cubano, this sandwich was created in 1915 at Columbia Restaurant, Florida’s oldest eatery. It is made locally with special Cuban bread
The abundance of seafood in Florida strongly influences the culinary landscape of the Sunshine state. Mahi-Mahi is just one of the popular Florida seafood options
With almost 500,000 acres of citrus groves, it is little wonder that oranges are Florida’s state fruit, and that orange juice is the state beverage.
With the abundance of mangoes (and sunshine) in Florida, fresh mango salsa is a staple dish. This flavor profile pairs nicely with this grilled pork
Cheerwine, a cherry-flavored cola, was born in North Carolina in 1917 but has only been marketed outside of the Carolinas since 2017, as a tribute
All good things from the South plus sugar makes another condiment for your burger or your appetizer tray! This is a surprising combination that is
Corn is an important grain crop in Tennessee and Corn Chowder is served daily at The Old Mill, a historic gristmill and restaurant, in Pigeon
Pork has always been readily available in the South and long, slow barbecuing is the way to cook good ribs. Follow the easy instructions and
This loaded baked potato is the ultimate Southern combination of meat and potatoes and the catchy name originated at Buddy’s BBQ Restaurant in Knoxville, Tennessee. Â
A classic Southern cake filled with banana, pineapple and pecans, and topped with a cream cheese frosting. This an incredibly moist and delicious cake.
Cold, delicious and filling, cornbread salad is a summer meal in a bowl. It’s a great way to use vegetables from the garden as well
Dubbed the South’s favorite melon, watermelon is at the top of the list for refreshment when the temps climb in the summer. It can always
Southern macaroni and cheese is defined by fresh cream and cheese. This dish uses white Cheddar and Gruyere for a different flavour profile. To get
