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Recipes worth repeating, restaurants worth the drive, and the Southern dishes that show up when it matters.

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Barbecue joints, tea rooms, seafood shacks, and the occasional white tablecloth. Pick a craving and follow it.

Alabama, IndianaAugust 22, 2026

For those with a sweet tooth, I-65 from Gary, Indiana to Mobile, Alabama is like being in Willy Wonka's Chocolate…

AlabamaAugust 22, 2026

Helen Keller is one of Alabama's most admired natives. A tour of her childhood home is educational and inspirational.

IndianaAugust 22, 2026

Interstate 65 leads travelers to plenty of tasty and interesting places for those with time to take an exit and…

AlabamaJune 2, 2026

So much delectable food is being produced and served inside new and newish restaurants in Madison, Alabama, how can a…

AlabamaMay 25, 2026

It's a special treat to share a birthdate with a granddaughter, particularly a granddaughter who has an adventurous culinary palate…

LouisianaMay 5, 2026

On past trips, we've spent considerable time in Baton Rouge -- and I do recommend that you enjoy the sights…

LouisianaMay 4, 2026

Visiting the laidback town of Breaux Bridge required a short backtrack from Lafayette before heading to Lake Charles, but the…

LouisianaApril 20, 2026

The first thing on our agenda for Saturday in Lafayette, LA was a Cajun Food Tour. We arrived at the…

LouisianaApril 18, 2026

Steve and I love Louisiana -- the food, the people, the Zydeco music, the culture, and the natural environment. We…