You will be tempted by more than just the fruit of this citrus tree; the scent of its prolific flowers is amazing! The Meyer lemon (Citrus x meyeri) has rounder fruit and fewer seeds than most lemons, with a smooth, thin skin that turns deep canary yellow when ripe. Sweeter and less acidic than other lemons, the Meyer is a hybrid between a lemon and a sweet orange or mandarin, so it’s more versatile in the kitchen....
Our favorite proprietor of televised holiday joy is taking on a Christmas classic. Premiering Saturday, November 21, A Nashville Christmas Carol is a nod to the beloved Dickens tale but with signature, jolly Hallmark shine and some very recognizable Southern accents. “There’s been such a structure and a model to so many of the Christmas movies that we’ve done. This was kind really an escape to this little magical world that we got to do that normally we don’t get to do,” actor Wes Brown shared with Southern Living in a recent phone call....
The officers of the Hoover, Alabama Police Department are celebrating one of their own. Last Friday marked the end of a storied career for Charlie, the bomb dog. Charlie has served with Hoover PD on the night shift alongside his partner, Officer Scott Prentiss since 2013. Hoover PD Spokesman, Officer Brian Hale sent the following statement to Southern Living regarding Charlie’s tenure with the department: “Charlie was a valued member of the Hoover Police Department family....
Congratulations, you did it! You pulled off another successful holiday dinner. The majority of the guests have left the table and moved on to another room for coffee and a second piece of that fabulous sweet potato pie, leaving you and a few brave volunteers to clean up the remains. As usual, there are a lot of leftovers that you don’t want to waste, but you aren’t sure how long you can store them....
There’s nothing quite like spending the weekend in the kitchen, whipping up batches of cookies and loaf cakes to deliver to family and friends. We love to devote lots of time and energy to full baking marathons, but sometimes that’s just not possible—like when you suddenly remember you volunteered to bake your famous pound cake for tomorrow’s bake sale and you haven’t even set the butter out to soften. In an ideal world, we’ll have plenty of time to prepare for a nice evening of baking....
Few gardening projects provide as much satisfaction as growing an amaryllis from a bulb. Amaryllis bulbs are among the easiest bulbs to bring into bloom indoors and their enormous flowers never fail to impress. The striking blooms bring a touch of the tropics to brighten the dark days of winter. Flowering in shades of red, pink, and white, amaryllis make dazzling gifts for the holidays and are also a favorite for Valentine’s Day....
When it comes to internet kitchen hacks, I’m skeptical. It’s hard for me to trust a few fast clips that claim I’ve been cooking things wrong my entire adult life. But every now and then a reel making the rounds will make me wonder how I’ve ever handled a knife or managed to make dinner on my own before. I’m talking stop-me-in-my-scroll simple tricks that are total game changers. My latest find promised to save me precious time shredding chicken—a legitimate chore in my home come slow cooker season....
In the wake of Hurricane Harvey’s utter destruction, NFL star JJ Watt stepped up in a big way to help the people of Texas. Watt plays for the Houston Texans and felt an immense amount of responsibility to lift up those around him who’ve lost everything. He launched a fundraiser in the early days after that monster storm and expected to raise $200,000. His efforts sparked a movement and far exceeded that goal....
Even if you’re not a Louisiana State University football fan—or prefer to root for, say, Clemson—it’s hard not to cheer for Joe Burrow. The quarterback has helped propel his team to the championship, while living out his personal college football Cinderella story. Despite being a star football player at his Ohio high school, even earning the state’s Mr. Football award, when Burrow first set out to play college ball, he wasn’t a top pick for the big Southeastern Conference schools....
Easter Sunday is just a few weeks away. If you’re feeling inundated with an impossible to-do list of decorating Easter eggs and crafts, scouting locations for the annual egg hunt, and deciding who will be stuck wearing the Easter bunny costume this year, the last thing you probably want to add to the list is cooking a big holiday meal. For those hoping to enjoy a stress-free brunch or casual dinner with family and friends this year, here’s a list of restaurants already checked off for you....
Big Mac was surrendered to the McKamey Animal Center (MAC) in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in December 2020. According to The Dodo, his owner “didn’t have time for him and they were moving.” Through no fault of his own, the young brindle pup found himself in a crowded shelter. Uncomfortable in his new surroundings, Big Mac became anxious and guarded. After nine months, he was MAC’s longest resident. “Big Mac was with us for 265 days,” Lauren Mann, advancement manager at the shelter, told My Modern Met....
New year, new ball of wool. It’s been a long, difficult year of hunkering down and masking up, and the appeal of curling up with some wooden needles and yarn seems more enticing than ever. For those who are new to the craft, however, it can be a bit intimidating. That’s why we’re sharing five easy tips to get started. Read on…that gorgeous scarf isn’t going to knit itself. Try some video tutorials....
If you’re a fan of Ben and Erin Napier’s HGTV series, Home Town, you’ve probably daydreamed about relocating to Laurel, Mississippi, more than a few times. (Okay, only every other week.) From the welcoming small-town neighborhoods to the plethora of old homes, Laurel is definitely an idyllic Southern burgh we so adore. But have you ever wondered what it’s like to renovate your home for the show? Thanks to a recent piece from Realtor....
Maybe you find yourself tearing up during in-flight movies, or you’ve noticed fellow passengers struggling to hide their waterworks during the beverage service. It’s not just you: there really is something about being 30,000 feet in the air that makes people more likely to cry. In fact, in 2011, Virgin Atlantic conducted a Facebook survey in which 55% of respondents said they experience heightened emotions during flights. So, what’s the deal with the Mile Cry Club?...
We’re moving towards the end of October. Which means it’s practically November. Which means it’s almost December. Which means it’s pretty much Christmas. Right? This festive candle is described as “buttery rich” and smelling like holiday sugar cookies with a top fragrance note of creamy vanilla bean, middle notes of nutmeg, cinnamon, and sugar, and base notes of vanilla, butter, and baked goods. Made in America, the candle offers an impressive 110-150 hours of burn-time, giving off its enjoyable scent for many weeks, and imbuing your home that warming, fresh-from-the-oven Christmas cookies smell, even if you aren’t baking up a Christmas cookies storm....
When it comes to grilled desserts, most people immediately think of grilled fruit, like peaches or pineapple. Yet grills are a highly underrated tool for making sweet treats, especially during a heat wave. Danielle Bennett, aka “Diva Q,” a world-champion pit master, cookbook author, and barbecue expert based in Florida, is here to encourage you to step away from your oven this summer. “When it’s super hot, the last thing you want to do is turn on your oven to 400 degrees,” she says....
This year, Amy Grant is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Heart In Motion, the record that spawned hit singles like “Baby Baby,” “Good For Me,” “Every Heartbeat,” and “That’s What Love Is For,” and catapulted her from Christian music star to contemporary pop icon. In an August appearance on Southern Living’s Biscuits & Jam podcast, Grant, 60, discussed the anniversary of Heart In Motion as well as her faith and how it has influenced both her career and her life....
It was an hour into an eight-hour transatlantic flight from Brussels to New York, and a young boy was screaming. “It wasn’t a child asking for a toy or saying my ears are hurting. It didn’t sound like he was going to cry himself to sleep,” Rochel Groner recalled to Southern Living. She thought to herself: “He’s upset. He’s non-verbal. He has special needs.” Passengers were getting frustrated and tensions were building when 33-year-old Groner, a shy woman from Charlotte, decided she had to do something....
There are few things more delightful than cookbooks, especially when they have lavish pictures, easy-to-follow recipes, rich culinary histories, and make you ravenous for whatever dish you are reading about. But when the cooks are thoughtful and generous enough to include little tips and secrets that they have learned over the years, those works are truly a blessing. Here are 10-such books for your happy and delectable reading! 1. Sweet Home Cafe Cookbook: A Celebration of African American Cooking from the National Museum of African American History and Culture...
The turkey is the centerpiece of most Thanksgiving tables, but the lean protein can easily dry out while roasting. By the time the dark meat (thighs and legs) are cooked, the breast is often overcooked. Brining is a home cook’s secret weapon, as it not only seasons the turkey properly, but helps it stay moist (even the notoriously dry breast meat!). There are a couple ways to brine a turkey, however—either in a salt-water solution, known as a wet brine, or a dry brine, which entails generously applying salt to the outside of the bird....
