A “Benne” seed is the old Southern name for “sesame” seeds. They were brought to the Lowcountry in 1769 by African slaves. They are still called Benne seeds to this day in the South, and frankly I would be surprised if that ever changes. It is part of the charm of the South. Southerners hold [...]

My first experience eating Krispy Kreme donuts was when one of my daughters went on a class trip to the Krispy Kreme bakery in Atlanta. They needed a chaparone and seeing that I have a thing for donuts-I volunteered before looking at my schedule. I was going no matter what.
It was only natural for me to zero in [...]

Savoring coffee just in the morning has turned into the afternoon of late. Adding a Coffee Jelly to the daily dose is probably not too smart and I know I shouldn’t have, but then how could I resist. Besides I was about to do something I had been meaning to for awhile; cut a recipe [...]

I don’t like Banana Pudding, never have liked it, till now that is. Hating to admit it, I think perhaps I may be somewhat of a picky eater. Learning to cook and eat Southern has required me