by Belinda Smith Sullivan | Aug 28, 2026 | Recipes, Southern Sugar
This cake is the epitome of Southern hospitality. Can’t you just see yourself sitting on your grandma’s front porch enjoying a slice of this cake? A perfect moment! Ingredients Cake 2 cups all-purpose flour 1⁄2 cup unsweetened cocoa 1 teaspoon espresso powder 1...
by Belinda Smith Sullivan | Aug 28, 2026 | Cocktails Southern Style, Recipes
Considered an aperitif, the Negroni is rapidly becoming an “any time of day” cocktail. The Negroni consists of equal parts gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari. Try it as an alternative to juice-based brunch cocktails. When making this at home, choose your gin wisely make...
by Belinda Smith Sullivan | Aug 21, 2026 | Let's Brunch, Recipes
This should fill the hunger gap for the vegetarians in your group. Just add fruit. Texas toast can generally be found in supermarkets, but you can easily make it at home if you have access to whole artisan bread. Ingredients 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 4 large eggs 2...
by Belinda Smith Sullivan | Aug 17, 2026 | Just Peachy, Recipes
This is a simple, old-fashioned buckle recipe that is more like a coffee cake with fruit layered on top. Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon cardamom 8 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature ¾ cup...
by Belinda Smith Sullivan | Aug 14, 2026 | Cocktails Southern Style, Recipes
A mule is a cocktail made with vodka, ginger beer, and lime, served in a copper mug. This Southern mule is made with Cathead Vodka from Mississippi and Wild Ginger ginger beer made in Tennessee. Ingredients 2 ounces Cathead Honeysuckle Vodka 1/4 lime 4 ounces Wild...
by Belinda Smith Sullivan | Aug 14, 2026 | Recipes, Southern Sugar
This is one of the South’s favorite pies. It’s not just for after dinner—blueberry pie can be enjoyed any time of the day, from a breakfast treat to a nighttime snack. Ingredients 2 (9-inch) Pie Crust Doughs (page 68) 6 cups fresh blueberries 3⁄4 cup sugar 1⁄4 cup...
