Prospect Hill
Jessica Crawford cannot get any more speeding tickets. The emphasis is hers. The Archaeological Conservancy’s Southeast regional director lives in Marks, and apparently the magnet of Prospect Hill near Lorman has, at times, pulled her south faster than the law allows. It’s easy to see why on a spring day that catches south Mississippi at […]
Grilled Brie with Fig Preserves
Meant to be enjoyed at room temperature, Brie is ideal to serve outdoors. Grilling it adds a smoky intensity you will love. 1 round brie cheese 1 to 2 T butter, melted Fig preserves, or your favorite jam Sliced or toasted baguette Preheat the grill to medium-high. Brush both sides of the brie with butter […]
The River
By Hank Burdine MATT’S JOURNEY “When you set out for ITHAKA Ask that your way be long. Full of adventure, full of instruction…” It ain’t much of a river, it ain’t even a stream where the small flow of water trickles over the rocks at Lake Itasca, the headwaters of the third largest river […]
Vodka Lemonade
1 c sugar 1 c water 3/4 c raspberries, pureed 1 c fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 c vodka 4-6 c cold water Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat, swirling the pan occasionally until the sugar is dissolved. Let the simple syrup cool completely. Puree the raspberries in a blender. Combine […]
Fresh Fruit Tart
We chose peaches, blueberries and strawberries, but almost any fruit will work here — just pick what is freshest and feel free to mix it up. 2 (9 inch) refrigerated pie crusts 3 fresh peaches, peeled and sliced 1 1/2 c fresh blueberries 2 c fresh strawberries, sliced 4 T sugar, divided 4 T all-purpose […]
Spring Fling
Light and festive, this simple champagne cocktail will add a special touch to your spring brunch, lunch, or evening cocktails before dinner. 1 oz limoncello Champagne, chilled Lemon peel curls for garnish Place one curl of lemon peel in each champagne flute. When ready to serve, pour the limoncello into each flute, then fill glasses […]
Lemon Curd Sour Cream Cake
This cake is over-the-top. Dense, rich, lemony-delicious and gorgeous, it’s totally worth the effort and calories! Cake: 2 sticks plus 2 tablespoons butter, softened 2 tablespoons grated lemon rind 2 cups sugar 6 eggs 2 cups all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup sour cream 1 10-ounce jar lemon curd […]
Get Warm & Cozy
By Cindy Coopwood and Cordelia Capps Photography by Will Jacks Comfort Food Recipes fo Dark Winter Days It’s January, and the holidays are officially over; it is frigid outside, and it gets dark by 5 o’clock. One of the best ways to ward off the winter doldrums is to drown yourself with lots of comfort […]
Porches with Appeal
By Erica Eason Hall Photography by Greg Campbell These outdoor spaces create a retreat for family fun. IN THE SOUTH our people are richly storied and quite adept at sharing those stories. And in the Delta, our porches are often the setting where many of our live’s tales unfold and memories are made— whether birthdays, baptisms, […]
Blooms on the Bayou
By Susan Marquez Photography by Austin Britt Indianola couple shares their love of daylilies with friends. The scientific name for daylily is Hermerocallis, derived from two Greek words meaning “beauty” and “day,” referring to the fact that the beautiful flowers only bloom for one day before fading. However, the plants make up for their fleeting show […]