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Time Again to Storm the Sazerac
Take a trip back in time at the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans and enjoy the city's official cocktail.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Jul 284 min read


Spring's in full bloom now at Garvan Woodland Gardens
It's daffodil season at this sprawling gardens outside Hot Springs, Arkansas.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Feb 251 min read


Tip Top Cocktails are tip top
Atlanta canned cocktail company offers convenience, taste, and affordability with their line of Tip Top Proper Cocktails.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Jan 113 min read


All Hail Fall, Y'all!
Now that temperatures are dropping, it's time to get outside and enjoy the South's fall festivals, foliage and food.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Sep 26, 202411 min read


Iconic Carousel Bar turns 75
The lounge at New Orleans' Monteleone Hotel has a long and fascinating history and will celebrate its birthday with a host of special events

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Aug 7, 20242 min read


The Purple Martin Phenomenon
Thousands of purple martins migrate to Lake Murry in South Carolina to form a nightly ritual.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Jul 31, 20242 min read


Paradise lies in northern Georgia
Bicycle mechanic Howard Finster got a divine calling so he created thousands of pieces of artwork, many of which grace rock albums.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Jul 17, 20242 min read


Richland Rum: A Spirited Journey of Small-Batch Goodness
Richland Rum produces small-batch craft rums in Richland, Georgia.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Jun 14, 20244 min read


Fields of gold — Louisiana festival honors the bright summer flower
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Sunflower Festival and Trail. There’s a stretch of northwest Louisiana where sunflowers grow...

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Jun 6, 20242 min read


Can baby animals be any cuter?
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans welcomes new penguin chick.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Feb 24, 20244 min read


Len Foote Hike Inn a Natural Oasis in North Georgia Mountains
The five-mile hike at Amicalola Falls State Park leads to sustainable accommodations.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Sep 20, 20236 min read


Turn off while you're on the road
5 ways to curb energy consumption in your house during vacations.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Aug 22, 20233 min read


Carnival Cocktails
Carnival time brings out delicious and colorful cocktails. Here are a few to try.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Feb 2, 20233 min read


Who's Haunting the Halls of Louisiana's Loyd Hall Plantation?
The bed and breakfast outside Alexandria, Louisiana, claims to have several spirits hanging about.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Jan 21, 20234 min read


My 2023 New Year’s Resolutions that are destined to be broken
I'm likely to break them all.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Dec 31, 20221 min read


5 Ways to be Weird on New Year’s
New York may dominate the news when New Year’s Eve rolls around but the South has its own countdown at midnight and some are quite unique.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Dec 27, 20223 min read


Here's an Oldie and a Newbie for Bayou Lovers and Children
These two books are sure to please this holiday season.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Dec 10, 20222 min read


'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


Christmas in Roseland
Shreveport’s annual holiday event lights up the gardens of the American Rose Society.

Cheré Dastugue Coen
Nov 28, 20223 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
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