Taste of the South

Taste of the South helps you savor the unique dishes, cooking personalities, and culinary destinations of the South - and now you can enjoy every single page on your tablet! For readers who love Southern cooking or simply experimenting with new flavors, this magazine is a guidebook. Taste of the South is for those who have a passion for good food, at home and on the road. Every issue is a guide to Southern lifestyle.

Taste of the South • November/December 2024 Volume 21, Issue 6

Editor’s Letter

Sideboard

Family Traditions • Gather your family together and make warm holiday memories

Slow It Down • This is a busy season, and nothing comforts quite like a cozy meal ready and waiting for you at the end of the day. Save your biggest cooking efforts for upcoming holiday festivities, and let your slow cooker do the heavy lifting with these hearty weeknight meals.

A Texas Hill Country Christmas • Discover the magic of the holidays in Fredericksburg, Texas, where rich traditions and festive cheer create an unforgettable holiday experience

Classic Christmas Divinity • Making impressive treats at Christmas is a great tradition, but making candy from scratch can feel a little daunting if you don’t make it very often. Our step-by-step instructions, along with some kitchen tips, will have you feeling like a pro.

Christmas Dinner • It’s time to bring out festive tablecloths and linens, special dishes, and the good silver for a joyful holiday meal

Round It Out • The sides will take center stage this holiday season with these delicious dishes that’ll make your Christmas dinner a true feast

The Icing on the Cake • Sweet celebrations in the South always involve cake

Christmas Confections • With a few simple ingredients, you can craft these brilliant brittles and barks in a snap

Handcrafted Holidays • Delight friends and family with these heartfelt gifts from your kitchen

Savoring the Season • Explore the rich flavors of the South with these must-have cookbooks

Candy Creations Your Family Will Go Crazy For

Sweet Potato Casserole • One of the best things about Thanksgiving is sweet potato casserole. These recipes are going to steal the show at your holiday table.

Conquering the Challenges of Holiday Cooking • Get tips on mastering two iconic holiday mains from TikTok sensation Darryl Postelnick

Mawmaw’s Rum Punch • Cheers to an extra-special holiday season with a cupful of one of the treasured recipes being passed down and shared in features editor Daniel Dubuisson’s family

From Law to Loaves • Desiree Di Falco of Miami, Florida, bakery Zak the Baker dishes on her remarkable culinary journey

Recipe Index

An Addictive Family Favorite • Deck out the dessert table with this decadent holiday fudge