Browsing: Food & Dining

Over the years I have written countless stories about gumbo, perhaps the most emblematic dish to come from this part of the world.  It is composed of ingredients that represent many of the peoples who traveled through the Gulf South, some staying and some moving on.

October means football, festivals, and fall-like weather are finally in full swing in Mississippi! The leaves and our wardrobes aren’t the only thing changing with the season. Transitioning to shorter (but still busy) fall days can be challenging. Less daylight often moves people indoors more, making spreading cold and flu viruses easier. Use these simple tips to keep your mental and physical health in check. 

If you were fortunate enough, you might have known Chef Paola Bugli, the room chef (casino talk for head chef) at Stalla, the Italian place at the Beau Rivage. She is a great chef and an interesting person, and I was sorry to see her sail away to Las Vegas.

Because when I go to my favorite Mississippi eatery, I usually wish I had hidden a small sandbox shovel in my purse. Seriously, I could eat myself silly at Crave. And I am not alone in my estimation of this award-winning gem of a dessert destination.

A good way to make sure you get the best at the market that you can, is to visit a Mississippi certified farmers market. The state certifies each vendor to make sure they are growing or making what they are selling

Patio 44 is a spacious restaurant, with plenty of inside and outside seating (the patio also includes a water fountain), and the bar is one of the classiest in town, with stained wood and high back stools. 

Bill’s Hamburgers in Amory is a historic staple on Main Street, and its newest owner, Will Pate, intends for it…

Lots of restaurants have a few Cajun themed items on their menu, but Parrain’s Jambalaya Kitchen is the only place that I know that is completely Cajun. Gumbo, etouffee, boudin, they have it all!

Armond’s chicken is made with a family recipe, mildly seasoned, but cooked to order, tender and juicy. A typical Facebook comment is, “Awesome vibe. Chicken is juicy, crispy and has just the right kick!” That may be the perfect testament to really good fried chicken.

There’s nothing as wonderful in the Summer as fresh fruits and vegetables straight from the garden. Here’s your guide to Mississippi’s farmer’s markets.

While it’s still scorching hot outside, we have officially reached the Sunday of summer with the beginning of August. Try…

BoHo Social House Wine and Cheese describes itself as “a wine and cheese social area with a light menu,” and it’s a good description. It goes on to say its “A trendy wine bar located in downtown Biloxi offering wine, bubbly flights, made to order charcuterie, small plates and daily specials.” This is a much more descriptive image of this lovely little place, and every word rings true.

No matter how many cups of coffee you need to get through the day, be assured that Hattiesburg has plenty of options available for you.

I haven’t had a good taco in a very long time, but that changed when I went to an event at the Ohr O’Keefe Museum recently and decided to try Rosita’s Dipping Tacos food truck. I just can’t remember when I have ever had a better taco!

La Norteña serves traditional Mexican food that is prepared to your order, has seasonal specialties, and you will realize how good it is when you see grandma cooking in the kitchen. The last time I went with friends for lunch, the place was packed

The Toasted Yolk Café in Biloxi is Howard Avenue’s latest addition on a street that is reemerging as the center of old Biloxi.