My colleague and friend Matt Shipman expertly explores what is the geographic location of The South in a new piece over at Bitter Southerner. Definitions of the South tend to be intensely …
A great episode from the Gravy podcast on how my home state developed a love of cheese dip. There’s a dish you’ll find at every kind of restaurant in Little …
In 1896, Booker T. Washington, the university’s president, invited George Washington Carver to head its Agricultural Department. He spent 47 years at Tuskegee developing numerous inventions and agricultural practices. He was …
There’s something special about a fluffy biscuit. Just ask many of the students who attend Etowah County Schools.It’s the one thing students have not adjusted to doing without when presented …
Because you always need to know more about bourbon… Whisky is one of the world’s most popular spirits, and comes in many different classes and types. The character and flavour …
Last week, I discussed the chemistry and the roles individual ingredients and steps play in the final biscuity outcome. This weekend the goal has been to experience the tasty products …
I take biscuits pretty seriously, far more seriously that most Southerners. I realize the levity of a statement like this. Years ago before I went to college, I was a …
In the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas, where I hail from, an heirloom tomato originated before the 1900’s. The Arkansas Traveler is prized for very flavorful, medium-sized tomatoes that resist cracking …
Given the post on bourbon, thought a map about drankin’ would be appropriate. I expected the South to be lower (its not when you look at the stats). I blame …