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'Craft' elevates zero-proof cocktails to a more sophisticated status
New book offers recipes for lovely non-alcohol cocktails.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Dec 4, 20222 min read


Virginia is for Tater Tot Lovers
A trip to Smyth County uncovered some unique potato dishes.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Oct 27, 20222 min read


Traveling the ‘Gumbo Trail’
When fall arrives in Louisiana, it's 'Gumbo Weather!'

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Sep 30, 20225 min read


Beignets Not a Laughing Matter!
The Beignet Fest returns to New Orleans on Sept. 24.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Sep 6, 20223 min read


The South’s Official Cocktails
Give it to the South to come up with official cocktails for their towns and states.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Aug 17, 20225 min read


Cheers to National Bourbon Day
June 14 in National Bourbon Day and we're here to celebrate that spirit.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Jun 13, 20224 min read


Authentic Mexico in downtown Atlanta
If you’re searching for true Mexican cuisine and less of the commercialized fare, take a drive down Buford Highway in Atlanta.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
May 5, 20222 min read


Best Winery in the U.S. is in Gatlinburg?
Mydatingadviser.com studied more than 700 U.S. wineries and the top three were in Tennessee!

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Apr 26, 20222 min read


The Demise of Jasper 'Jack' Daniel
Jasper Newton Daniel, otherwise known as Jack, created one of the world's finest whiskeys. But an impulsive moment took his life.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Mar 30, 20223 min read


Passports to Fun
We hardly need a reason to visit breweries, wineries and cideries, but it doesn’t hurt to have incentives.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Jan 7, 20223 min read


Make Mine Mead
Celebrate an old worldwide alcoholic tradition! Today marks the 19th annual Mead Day, celebrated yearly on the first Saturday in August....

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Aug 7, 20212 min read


Doughnuts on the beach? Sweet!
Travel the South Walton Donut Trail for delectable treats on the beach. Here’s some food for thought for National Donut Day (June 7,...

Cheré Dastugue Coen
May 26, 20212 min read


Is there possum in possum pie?
No, but it's dang good eatin'! Arkansas is known for its pies — lots of ‘em and plenty of variety. Just ask Kat Robinson, author of a...

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Apr 23, 20212 min read


Creating more tolerant s'mores
The following is a guest blog post by Taylor Coen, who struggles trying to find or create beloved food dishes because of food...

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Apr 4, 20212 min read


No shucks about it!
Celebrate National Oyster Day with a recipe by SOCU of Mobile.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Aug 5, 20202 min read


We're zonkers for North Carolina's Sonkers Trail
Sonkers in Surry County of North Carolina is a dessert dating back to the 1800s, one that’s similar to a cobbler.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Jun 29, 20203 min read


Pouring love at Florida's Old Spanish Sugar Mill
Make your own pancakes at the Old Spanish Sugar Mill Grill and Griddle House at DeLeon Springs State Park in central Florida.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
May 24, 20202 min read


My dog made me do it!
Heading to the 'Forgotten Coast' of Florida where dogs are welcome, an engineer found his second calling serving up delicious tacos.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
May 24, 20201 min read


Ramos Gin Fizz — a frothy drink that might require a workout
Making a true Ramos Gin Fizz requires several minutes of mixing.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
May 24, 20204 min read
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