As a James Beard Award–winning cookbook author and respected chef, Virginia Willis is a trusted authority on Southern cuisine. Raised in Georgia, she learned to bake biscuits at her grandmother’s side and later trained in French kitchens before returning to the South to write several acclaimed cookbooks, including Secrets of the Southern Table and Bon … Read more

If you’ve owned a home for more than five minutes, you know the to-do list never ends. Something always needs fixing, replacing, or updating. While many repairs can wait, some should be handled immediately—especially if you live in the South, where humidity, heat, and storms speed up wear and tear. This guide helps you prioritize: … Read more

If one dish can please a crowd, it’s baked BBQ chicken. The skin crisps while holding a smoky, sweet barbecue glaze, and the meat stays tender and juicy. This recipe delivers big, homey flavor but is surprisingly quick and simple to prepare. Sides for oven baked BBQ chicken Oven-baked BBQ chicken is excellent on its … Read more

Jump to Recipe This eggless marble cake is easy to make, perfectly sweet, and incredibly delicious. It’s one of my favorite cakes to bake and enjoy. If I had to choose a favorite cake, marble cake would be it. You get both rich chocolate and sweet vanilla in every bite, so it’s hard to beat. … Read more

Slow Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs are a party favorite and incredibly easy to prepare. With just three ingredients—frozen meatballs, grape jelly, and BBQ sauce—you get sweet, tangy, saucy meatballs that work well as an appetizer or a main dish. This simple recipe is perfect for busy evenings, potlucks, and gatherings. What Are Meatballs? Meatballs are … Read more

My fiancé and I tasted the most memorable ribs while skiing in Austria two years ago. From high on the mountain we could smell caraway and smoke drifting from a cozy chalet and followed the scent to find the best ribs we’ve ever had. That experience inspired this Baby Back Pork Ribs with Sugar-Free Caraway … Read more

Eating wings can be messy, but these buffalo chicken thighs give you the same bold, juicy flavor in an easy-to-eat form. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are seasoned, quickly seared, and finished with a tangy buffalo sauce. They’re a fast, satisfying weeknight meal that serves well with ranch or blue cheese and classic sides. Why you’ll … Read more

These easy Almond Date Protein Balls are a no‑bake, healthy snack you can make in minutes. They’re packed with oats, almond flour, and almond butter for a satisfying, nutrient-dense bite. Date protein balls are one of my favorite make-ahead snacks. They’re naturally sweetened with dates and a touch of honey (or agave) and pair well … Read more

It’s my birthday today — an occasion that, in my imagination, should involve street parties, brass bands and red carpets. In reality it’ll probably be a small cake at home and a few presents, and perhaps some impromptu dancing later if the mood strikes. To celebrate my birthday week, I’m sharing not one but three … Read more