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LAKESIDE LEGACY

A posh Delta retreat is anything but ordinary.

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BREAD BLISS

Sourdough Croissants are fun to create.

MAD ABOUT MAHJONG

The intricate Asian tile game is attracting a new generation of players.

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A BIT MAGNOLIA

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SIMPLE SOURDOUGH

SIMPLE SOURDOUGH

Delicious, tangy, forgiving bread dough

FAMILY REUNION FAVORITES

FAMILY REUNION FAVORITES

Summer is the perfect time to gather with family and share fellowship and fabulous food.

PEACH AND PISTACHIO SALAD

PEACH AND PISTACHIO SALAD

Simple and scrumptious summer salad!

SOURDOUGH CROISSANTS

SOURDOUGH CROISSANTS

Bread Bliss!

STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM FILLED ANGEL FOOD CAKE

STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM FILLED ANGEL FOOD CAKE

Sweet, light and delicious!

BOAT PARTY PICNIC

BOAT PARTY PICNIC

It doesn’t get any better than a picnic aboard a beautiful boat

GET CRABBY

GET CRABBY

Summertime is the perfect time for enjoying crab.

IT’S A WRAP

IT’S A WRAP

Delicious wraps create cool bites during summertime heat

ANGEL FOOD CHURRO BITES WITH CARAMEL KAHLUA SAUCE

ANGEL FOOD CHURRO BITES WITH CARAMEL KAHLUA SAUCE

An angelic confection

SIMPLE SUMMER SALADS

SIMPLE SUMMER SALADS

Fresh salads are quick and easy ways to enjoy a light meal.

DELTA GEM COCKTAIL

DELTA GEM COCKTAIL

Recipe courtesy of Giardina’s Restaurant

EXPLORE NATCHEZ

EXPLORE NATCHEZ

Natchez is full of sights and sounds for creating long-lasting memories.

PECAN CRUSTED CATFISH

PECAN CRUSTED CATFISH

Enjoy this savory summer dish of Mississippi catfish.

STRAWBERRY CREAM POPS

STRAWBERRY CREAM POPS

Here comes the sun – ready or not!

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The Hattiesburg Zoo has been a family favorite des

The Hattiesburg Zoo has been a family favorite destination for many years. With the recent opening of Serengeti Springs Water Park, located adjacent to the zoo, families are making Hattiesburg a vacation destination! Whether in the cool shade of a cabana, floating the day away on the lazy river, or splish-splashing down a slide, this waterpark is the perfect place to beat the summer heat. Learn more about the new view at the zoo in our July/August issue, availble on newsstands now. (photos courtesy of Hattiesburg Zoo) @Serengeti Springs at the Hattiesburg Zoo @Hattiesburg Zoo

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Our Peach and Pistachio Salad is a refreshing dish

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County Road, a bespoke linens company founded by N

County Road, a bespoke linens company founded by New Albany native Bryan Parker, proudly takes handmade elements from Mississippi to Belgium to create customizable and beautiful bedding, pillows, window treatments, and table linens. This all-American company now serves clients nationwide, a testament to their product’s quality and style. Learn more about County Road in the “Made in Mississippi” section of our July/August issue, which is available on newsstands now.

Darling Daylilies 🌸 (photo by Helen Polk) #Miss

Darling Daylilies 🌸 (photo by Helen Polk) #MississippiGardens #MisMag

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The Mississippi Children’s Museum in Jackson has

The Mississippi Children’s Museum in Jackson has recently unveiled a new visitor experience called “The Enchanted Land of Story,” sponsored by the Gertrude C. Ford Foundation. Inspired by the whimsical verses of Mississippi storyteller and author Sherry Norfolk’s commissioned poem, this immersive exhibit aims to captivate guests, inviting them to imagine, explore, and discover a realm where stories come to life. Learn more about this new addition in our July/August issue, which is available now.

Summertime is the perfect time for seafood, and th

Summertime is the perfect time for seafood, and there’s nothing better than fresh crabmeat. Treat yourself and try these six delicious recipes to savor every bite of the ocean’s star. Happy summer, y’all!
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From the entire staff at Mississippi Magazine, we

From the entire staff at Mississippi Magazine, we hope you had a happy and safe Independence Day ❤️ (photo by Greg Campbell)

It doesn’t get any better than a picnic aboard a

Newlyweds, you can now reserve a page in our 2025

Newlyweds, you can now reserve a page in our 2025 Wedding Register! Simply reserve your page now and submit your photos later. Don’t miss the chance to be part of a Mississippi Tradition and have your marriage announced in our most popular issue. For more information, visit our website and select the “weddings” tab. 🌸 (photos: Katie Jarvis and Wilson Volk wedding announcement, 2024 Wedding Register, Kristen Pugh Photography)

Our popular July/August issue is now available on

Our popular July/August issue is now available on newsstands! Get your copy to learn more about the Mahjong craze, take a tour of a Delta retreat that is anything but an ordinary lake house, master the art of making delicious bread with sourdough starter, and explore one of Mississippi’s many microbreweries. There’s so much to enjoy in this issue, so grab your copy or subscribe today!
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On the cover: The picturesque lake view from the home of Brucie McKamy Mintz on Lake Washington in Chatham is an idyllic summer scene. Photo by Abe Draper.

Summer days in Mississippi can be long and hot, wh

Summer days in Mississippi can be long and hot, which can be tough on our garden flowers. Our Garden Editor, Margaret Gratz, can show you how to grow zinnias that can survive the summer heat and bloom all season long. Comment “BLOOM” to learn everything you need to know about this popular southern flower!

This colorful and chilled dessert is filled with t

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A peaceful night in Pascagoula 💜

Remember to focus on the little things 🌼 (photo

Remember to focus on the little things 🌼 (photo by Blake McCollum). #MississippiGardens #mismag

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