by Mary Neff Stewart | photos by Abe Draper
When Robert Covington, from the founding family of Copiah Bank, contracted architect George F. Barber in 1905, his dreams of creating a magnificent Neoclassical home in his hometown of Hazlehurst began to materialize. Barber, of the architectural firm of Barber...
by Emily Black | Photo by Rory Doyle
1 pound steamed fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined ½ cup fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons white soy sauce 1 minced jalapeño or serrano chili pepper, seeds and stems removed 1 seedless cucumber, peeled and chopped ½ cup minced red onion 2 radishes, thinly sliced and stems...
by Kelli Bozeman | Photos by Abe Draper
The tables turned for Allison Hurley of Jackson when she was setting a scene for a holiday party. Hurley had become known for creating elaborate tablescapes for dinner parties at the time, and her designs always included spectacular floral arrangements. “One day, as I...
by Mary Neff Stewart | photos by Ron Blaylock
Rachel Allen Odom returned to her hometown of Jackson after college and quickly realized she wanted to remain in the capital city long term. When the opportunity to renovate a home in the Country Club of Jackson neighborhood arose, the political fundraiser immediately...
by Emily Black | Photo by Rory Doyle
4½ cup confectioners’ sugar, divided 2 teaspoons dried lavender flowers Zest of 1 lemon 1 cup butter, softened 2¼ cups all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon salt Sparkling sugar mixed with lavender leaves (optional) 3 egg whites 1 teaspoon cream of tartar In a food processor,...
by Patty Roper | photos by Melanie Thortis
While eggs are symbols of rebirth and new life, Easter egg customs originated in Germany. Some believe that egg hunts date back to the 16th century when the Protestant reformer Martin Luther organized egg hunts for his congregation. Men would hide the eggs, and women...
by Kelsey DeVazier | photos by Mark Davis by
When thoughts of an outdoor oasis come to mind, one might conjure images of white, sandy beaches, bright sunshine, and warm breezes. For Amanda and Matt Cassell, traveling to a relaxing retreat has never been closer: their own backyard. The Cassells have created the...
by Emily Black | Photo by Rory Doyle
Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 pound ground turkey 5 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded, caps finely chopped ½ cup onion, finely chopped 1 (8-ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped 1½ teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon...
by Amanda Wells | photos by Andrew Welch
Kennington’s Mansion has long been a landmark in Jackson’s historic Belhaven neighborhood. In the early 1900s, Robert Estes Kennington was a pillar in the community, where he was one of the city’s most successful merchants and owner of Kennington’s, one of the...
by Emily Black | Photo by Rory Doyle
Hot Honey Recipe 16 ounces pure honey 2 to 3 tablespoons dried cayenne, serrano, or habanero peppers Splash of vinegar In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add honey and add peppers. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, do not let honey boil. Remove from heat and taste for...
