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I am a 27 year college graduate, with a BA in History, a BA in Psychology, and an MA in Historic Preservation. As some people would say, I'm either overeducated or I have too much time on my hands.

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Food & Drink > Cuisine & Food (Other) Guide to traditional Southern appetizers: 2 of 11
How can you think of great Southern cooking, and not think of Soul Food? That slightly hot, and completely delicious form of food that makes you groan in happiness with every bite. My family came from the South, and to this day there's nothing better in the world than a big bowl of mustard greens topped by some pinto beans an... More..
Food & Drink > Candy & Desserts Guide to traditional Southern candies: 1 of 5
Pralines, fudge, taffy, rock candy, brittle...does it get any better than good old fashioned Southern candy? They are the candies that make you sigh a little with each bite. You know how bad they can be for you, but you still can't stop yourself from one more bite.For me that candy is my uncle's peanut butter fudge; not too h... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) How the Internet has influenced cookbooks: 12 of 50
The internet has influenced all aspects of life, from cooking to how we find a long lost friend. Along the way, it has also made our lives a little easier. No longer do we need to fumble around trying to find the right thing, it is only a click of the mouse away. From a great recipe to the phone number of a poison control spe... More..
Food & Drink > Candy & Desserts Guide to traditional Southern desserts: 5 of 20
With Southern desserts, many recipes were passed down from family member to family member, mothers to daughters though generations, and each family seems to have its own favorite dishes. While you might find a recipe for bread pudding, you might also find 14 variations of that same recipe. Southern desserts began, as many dis... More..
Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette How tipping works: 26 of 87
Tipping is one of the most misunderstood situations in the world. We've all been in one of those situations where we aren't sure how much to tip, or even if we're supposed to tip. After all, bad service usually means you do not have to tip, doesn't it?First of all, it is never okay not to tip your waiter or waitress. This is ... More..
Food & Drink > Cuisine & Food (Other) Great gift ideas for the Southern grill master: 1 of 3
The Southern grill master takes the idea of grilling seriously. Grilling isn't for the weak or the uncertain, or even the beginner. That's what makes buying a gift for the grill master a hard job, but it doesn't have to be hard. Check out this list for some quick suggestions on what gifts to buy the grill master.1. For the gr... More..
Food & Drink > Dining & Restaurants (Other) Why the restaurant industry needs web-based marketing and ordering systems: 11 of 30
The internet is no longer the wave of the future that it once was. Today it is here, and we all have to adjust to that fact. That includes restaurant owners as well. Those who are willing to adjust, be flexible, and ride the wave wherever it takes them are quickly learning that they can increase their business while also show... More..
Food & Drink > Restaurant Recommendations Best restaurants & brew pubs in Keystone, Colorado: 2 of 5
When you head to Keystone, you're going to have to eat. Unless of course you plan on eating in your hotel room, or rented home this means that you'll need to actually go out and experience everything the village has to offer. Lucky for you, Keystone has a lot.Looking for something with a little more character that you're accu... More..
Food & Drink > Beef, Pork & Meat Recipes Recipes: Memphis rub for ribs: 2 of 4
Memphis is home to Graceland, the blues, and some of the best barbeque around. Getting a recipe from one of the barbeque experts down there is almost harder than finding Elvis strolling down Beale Street. They take their barbeque seriously, and some recipes are passed down through family lines, without the slightest chance of... More..
Food & Drink > Cuisine & Food (Other) Great gift ideas for the Southern baker: 5 of 9
Buying for a Southern baker can be a difficult thing to do, namely because the baker already has what they like. My grandmother for example loves the pans she has, and doesn't want to change to anything new. Despite that, there are some options for that special Southern baker; gifts that they will love, and better yet, actual... More..