Taste of the South

Taste of the South helps you savor the unique dishes, cooking personalities and culinary destinations of the South - and now you can enjoy every single page on your tablet! For readers who love Southern cooking or simply experimenting with new flavors, this magazine is a guidebook. Taste of the South is for those who have a passion for good food, at home and on the road. Every issue is a guide to Southern lifestyle.

Taste of the South • May/June 2023 Volume 20, Issue 3

Editor’s Letter

Sideboard

Tomatoes, Peppers, and Cucumbers • It’s time to head to the farmers’ market and fill up on fresh produce to create these savory seasonal dishes

Peachy Keen • Enjoy the goodness that nature brings your family this summertime

Deviled Eggs • Don’t put all your deviled eggs in one basket—try these fresh takes on the Southern classic

Country Cooking • Enjoy a generous dose of textures and flavors that combines perfectly in this hearty meal

Florida’s 30A • Take a tour along the Sunshine State’s famed and historic strip

Mother’s Day in Ashley Mac’s Kitchen • Summer entertaining tips and recipes from Birmingham, Alabama, restaurateur Ashley McMakin, plus the scoop on her brand-new cookbook

Think Inside the Box • Get creative with the convenience products in your pantry to bake up these goodies that feature baking mixes as their base

Forgotten Potluck Dishes • Try this collection of some of the South’s nostalgic, old-fashioned favorites

Tomato Growing Guide • We chatted with two expert Southern gardeners on how to grow the best tomatoes at home

Hot Sauce • Spice things up with these tangy ways to incorporate this go-to ingredient

Copper Pennies • Try this favorite family recipe from Senior Art Director Cailyn Haynes

Shrimp and Grits • Your family will come running to the table when this tasty meal is on the menu

From Bourbon Street to Bourbon Country • Pull up a seat at Kentucky chef Lawrence Weeks’s table for a morning meal inspired by his Creole-Cajun roots

A Heavenly Cake • Achieve this beloved bake’s signature airy texture every time with our tips and tricks

8 Must-Shop Farmers’ Markets

Recipe Index

Proof is in the Pudding • Whip up this simple take on a Southern favorite