It’s heating up here in the South which means we’ll be having more backyard BBQ’s, neighborhood parties, and holiday celebrations. No matter where you live or where you’ll be hanging out this Summer, all of our festivities will include one commonality; food. Summer Watermelon Recipes My favorite thing about the warmer months in the South is dining outdoors, which is…
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Frosé is the adult slushee of America. When slushees start making their rounds, you know it’s Summertime! I’m excited to share this frozen rosé recipe with you today. Cheers, friends! What you’ll need 13×9 baking dish High Powered Blender Ingredients 1 750 ml bottle of rosé (I used Dark Horse) ½ cup sugar 8 ounces strawberries, quartered 2½ ounces fresh lemon…
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There’s an elephant in the room, and of course, he’s holding a yellow hammer… ALCOHOL HAS CALORIES. Sorry. There’s no way around it. However, there are ways in which you can intake less of the sugar, carbs, and calories when drinking. I think the first step creating a healthy lifestyle, is making a conscious effort to try and create better eating and…
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Hello Friends! I cannot believe June is already here. April and May were filled with wedding festivities, birthday celebrations, cocktail creations, and so much more. This month is bound to be just as fun, and I have tons of goodies coming your way! I wanted to give you a little snapshot of things you can expect to see from me every month,…
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Spring Cocktail Recipes New season, new cocktails! I love all the beautiful flowers that come with spring. The azaleas are so pretty this time of year in Alabama and we have some gorgeous pink ones that surround our house in Birmingham. We’ve been having some issues with Bonnie digging in the backyard, so we’re working to correct this issue.. any…
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Can you think of a better way to spend a birthday weekend, than swimming in a pool of sprinkles? I can’t! Birthday Weekend in Miami, FL This weekend we flew down to Miami to spend time celebrating my sister’s 30th birthday, and we wanted to make sure everything was larger than life. A few days before our trip, I was…
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This post is sponsored by Bella Vita The heat has been upon us here in the South for quite some time now, but that hasn’t stopped us from enjoying the Summer sunshine and spending time outdoors. Hosting backyard BBQ’s and neighborhood potlucks will definitely continue into the Fall, and that’s when I started to re-think how the outdoor area was…
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Thank you to Vionic for providing the shoes for this post. Summer Sandals for Women Every year when Spring rolls around I begin to hunt for the perfect sandal that is going to carry me throughout all the sunshiny seasons. You know, that pair that pretty much goes with every outfit; that you can just throw on with skinny jeans,…
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Okay, let’s be real. If you’re from the South, your weekends are pretty much owned by weddings and football all calendar year. This is nationally known and is laughable from the outside, but it’s a real thing. Even The Knot warns brides of avoidable wedding dates if you’re planning to be married in the great state of Alabama, and SPOILER…
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Putting on the list of things I never want to do again: Spend an entire day wearing a dress with boning for 14+ hours Wedding Day Recap: What Would You Change? Of course, there are things that I would change about my wedding day! Some are big, some are small. It’s hard to think of every last detail, so some…
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Weekend in Birmingham, AL Weekend plans include: no plans at all. I love weekends that have completely no agenda because sometimes those are the ones that end up being the most fun! For weekends spent in Birmingham, we like to start our afternoons at a local brewery like Avondale Brewing or Cahaba Brewing and then usually end up over at someone’s…
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Small Kitchen Appliance Must-Haves for 2018 1. Blender A blender is an incredibly useful tool to have in the kitchen. I fell in love with this DashTM Digital Blender three years ago, it does everything I need it to do, and more! It blends for smoothies, purees for dips and sauces, heats for soups, and freezes for margaritas! 2. Cuisinart Egg…
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GLOW is the South’s newest beauty craze, but don’t worry you won’t have to spend hours behind a mirror practicing this new trend. No tutorials required!! Which is great because I know we all love some instant gratification, and that’s what you’ll get with this innovative piece of beauty technology. GLOW is an on-demand beauty app available on your smartphone. Their head…
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The Moscow Mule The Moscow Mule has become one of the most favored drinks in America and for a good reason! With just three ingredients you can make this popular cocktail at home. The ginger beer is what makes this cocktail unique, and while there are many different brands out there, they are not all created equal. The fresh ginger taste…
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Best Affordable Wines If there’s one thing I have learned from my parents, it’s always to have a good bottle of wine on hand. Definitely not the most important lesson, but one that sticks with me, especially when the holidays roll around. My parents are seasoned vets when it comes to hosting guests for the holidays. Both were born and…
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$40 Off Your First Month of Blue Apron! Plated vs. Blue Apron If you’re like me, you spent the weekend indulging in BBQ and beer, and probably need to pump the brakes! This Creamy Corn Risotto is light and meat-free, making it a great option for “meatless Monday”. We received this recipe in our Plated box a few weeks back and I…
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My hair person just opened a brand new salon in Birmingham, AL called Hairfolk. Check out their new digs! HairFolk Salon | Birmingham, AL Founded by highly sought-after hair stylist Eric Goss in September of 2017, Hairfolk is Birmingham’s newest high-end hair salon that specializes in expert cuts, styling and coloring techniques, such as balayage, and most importantly, stylists you…
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Football season is right around the corner and there’s no way you’re cheering on the Tide without a Yellowhammer in hand. Get the recipe below, and fuel your team up by making some of my favorite game day appetizers like, Guacamole, deviled eggs, and hot spinach artichoke dip. Roll Tide! The Skinny Yellow Hammer If there were ever a drink to…
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Classic Deviled Eggs with a Modern Twist Many southern deviled egg recipes include pickles, and I’m not opposed! My first true love is pickles. But, if there’s one category of pickles that I HATE, it’s sweet pickles. Bread and Butter pickles should not exist in my opinion. That’s just ME! I know plenty of people who like them, and I…
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The secrets to perfect guacamole lie in the avocado. Learn how to create the best guacamole at home!
The grapefruit and the orange are definitely cousins, but they couldn’t be more different in terms of flavor. Grapefruit is bitter, slightly tart, and sour, with a hint of sweetness thrown in. You’ll notice grapefruit isn’t always the go-to fruit when it comes to mixing cocktails, but that’s only because you haven’t mixed it with tequila yet! El Barrio |…
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Some items in this post are courtesy of Joss & Main* Dress | Nordstrom When I started this blog almost a year ago, I never had plans to share any rooms or spaces in our home because I’ve never felt that confident in my decorating skills. This definitely isn’t a design blog, but I do love to entertain and that’s…
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Photographers in Birmingham, AL Since starting The Southern Source blog almost a year ago, I have been lucky enough to work with so many creative people right here in Birmingham. It’s inspiring to connect with local business owners, entrepreneurs, and other bloggers to collaborate on special projects. A photographer is such a crucial creative to have on board when telling…
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Dips for Summer Summer is the most social season of the year: backyard BBQs, picnics, and pool parties. But impromptu gatherings and unexpected guests should never stress you out. Dips are so easy to make in a moment’s notice and the recipes I’m sharing today are great because you can keep most of the ingredients in your pantry for months…
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Birmingham Restaurants and Bars The creativity and resurgence of this city are alive and my favorite places to witness it is through the bars and restaurants. Within the past year, Birmingham, AL has blown up on the foodie map in America. Our city is being visited by big-name chefs like Alton Brown and Andrew Zimmern, and recognized by news outlets…
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