Southern Living back issues from March 2007:
the heart of southern life
Mar 01, 2007; ... Dear Friend, Every day something inspires me here at Southern Living. This morning I met with our newest class of interns. These young people bring us innovative, challenging ideas. With our staff, too, not a day goes by that I do not read a terrific line in a story or stop to admire a ...
Quick Ideas At Home
Mar 01, 2007; ... You'll feel like a talented floral designer each time you use the Arrange-It-Easy Vase. It features a removable lid with numerous small holes that keep each bud and blossom exactly where you place it. The two-piece container will be a versatile addition to your stockpile of vases; its pale green ...
for your home
Mar 01, 2007; ... All it takes is a small change to brighten up your bath. Check out this shower curtain. With just a little time and effort, you can score a stylish look without a designer price tag. This project proves that by focusing on a single accessory you can alter the look of an entire room. We ...
for your garden
Mar 01, 2007; ... We've discovered a nifty way to finish a planting bed. Simply buy a bunch of 3-inch terra-cotta pots, turn them upside down, and place ...
for your health
Mar 01, 2007; ... Foods Executive Editor Scott Jones tasted our treats and promptly exclaimed, "These are so good!" Believe us, he is not given to easy praise, so when you need a snack that's a snap to transport, whip up a batch of these. CRANBERRY-ALMOND CHEWY GRANOLA BARS Melt 3 Tbsp. butter in ...
for your table
Mar 01, 2007; ... You don't have to go to New Orleans to enjoy its trademark flavors. Our Test Kitchens wizards have transformed the Crescent City's popular muffuletta into a can't-miss appetizer for your next party. MUFFULETTA ON A STICK Layer 1 slice each of deli-style smoked ham, provolone ...
What a Deal!
Mar 01, 2007; ... Luxury doesn't have to cost a fortune. Drop our name to take advantage of these 10 hotel bargains where a night's stay costs less than you think. We all love fabulous hotels. It's paying hundreds of dollars a night that we don't enjoy. So we scoured the South for good rates. In the end, ...
North Carolina Getaway
Mar 01, 2007; ... Discover more than golf in these delightful towns. Great shops, restaurants, a phenomenal spa, and world-class golf courses-everything you desire in a vacation is here. Welcome to Pinehurst, North Carolina, and its charming neighboring communities of Southern Pines and Aberdeen. These ...
Bright Lights, Great City
Mar 01, 2007; ... Broadway-worthy shows and eye-popping artwork await you in Louisville, Kentucky. Kentucky's largest metropolis loves company, inviting visitors to enjoy its array of artistic activities that take place as the weather begins to warm. Come join in the ...
Amazing Blooms
Mar 01, 2007; ... Tiptoe, amble, or meander through the 400,000 tulips that populate this favorite Dallas garden. Imagine a painting so bright and emblazoned with flowers that you want to transplant yourself right into the middle of the colorful picture. You can do just that during March and April at the ...
This Candy Is Dandy
Mar 01, 2007; ... Get your homemade red hots here, along with delicious handcrafted chocolates, old-fashioned malts and shakes, and a big serving of fun. It's Willy Wonka without the weirdness. That's my best description of Schimpff's Confectionery. Just across the river from downtown Louisville, ...
Listen to The Story
Mar 01, 2007; ... The Reginald F. Lewis Museum does two things for Baltimore: It creates a stunning architectural landmark at the corner of Pratt and President Streets, and it tells the story of Maryland's African Americans. Instead of making do with an existing structure, supporters insisted upon an ...
Rhythm of the Woods
Mar 01, 2007; ... Stretch your legs, open your mind, and take in the natural beauty of South Carolina's Congaree National Park. Feel like an outdoor adventurer, even though you're only 30 minutes away from downtown Columbia, South Carolina. Step onto one of these woodsy trails, and you'll discover that ...
Five To Try in St. Louis
Mar 01, 2007; ... Taste your way through the Gateway City to discover its local flavors. When you want to get to know this city, exercise your taste buds. All costing less than $10, these dishes won't wreck your budget. But if you're counting calories, they'll all be splurges. 1. Pizza With ...
Delicious San Antonio
Mar 01, 2007; ... BIGA ON THE BANKS Gourds on strings, seats wrapped in golden leather, gauzy curtains concealing intimate banquettes, warm woods, and serene views of the River Walk make Biga a fabulous-looking restaurant. The food measures up as well. I started with a spinach salad topped by apples, ...
Savannah Swings
Mar 01, 2007; ... Even the Spanish moss sways to the beat of great musical performances this month. With springtime flowers and St. Patrick's Day green, the Savannah Music Festival plays a tuneful accompaniment to the season. Visitors flock to town March 15-April 1 to take in almost 100 concerts ....
Twilight Celebration at the Beach
Mar 01, 2007; ... Clearwater Beach, Florida, puts the sun on center stage at the end of each day. The supporting cast is good too. Fiery colors explode like a volcano over cool, white sands and turquoise waters, but what I like best about the sunsets in this town is how long they last. There's ...
Events in Your Region
Mar 01, 2007; ... Quilters bring out their finest handiwork for springtime shows; chefs gear up with seasonal fare; and festivals invite you to get outside and see what's blooming. Visit our Web site, southernliving.com/march2007, for additional events throughout the South. Check with local sponsors before ...
Vote for The Best
Mar 01, 2007; ... You could win a trip to one of the Charleston area's premier resorts. Tell us your favorite places in the South, and you'll earn a chance to win a luxury weekend getaway at Kiawah Island Golf Resort near Charleston, South Carolina. The trip includes accommodations for a maximum ...
timeless grace
Mar 01, 2007; ... There's something oh so Southern about allées. They define a place, focus the eye, and lend an air of mystery to the landscape. leave it to the French to take a simple concept and make everybody afraid of it. It's called an allée, and if you haven't heard of it, you've probably seen it ...
Lessons in Lavender
Mar 01, 2007; ... Indulge in the romance of this engaging herb, and learn how to keep it happy. Touch it. Go on-rub your fingers over the soft, silvery leaves. Now, inhale. Lavender's fragrance entices the soul with a soothing, instantly discernible scent. Its mystique makes it one of the most popular ...
Flowering Vines
Mar 01, 2007; ... Trumpet honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens) is one of our most beautiful native plants. Flowers can be red, yellow, or tangerine, and their bright petals are a favorite of hummingbirds. Good selections include 'Major Wheeler' (shown at right), 'John Clayton,' and 'Leo.' Vines offer great ...
Bluestar Shines
Mar 01, 2007; ... With showy flowers and ease of care, this Southern native is hard to beat. Sometimes it just doesn't pay to be subtle. That's the lesson of bluestar. Despite sparkling spring flowers, it never dominates a scene the way peonies and bearded irises tend to do. Relatively few Southerners ...
CONTAINERS on the spot
Mar 01, 2007; ... A basket here, a pot theresometimes, a little bit is all you need. Pretty flowers provide the crowning touch to any garden, but you don't have to install a lot to get regal attention. The key: Choose wisely and place properly. You won't even need a shovel to get these simple results ....
Memphis Rocks
Mar 01, 2007; ... Saucy, sensational, and so much fun-the best of the South is all right here. You've heard about it, and now's the time to visit. Memphis slides by like a movie scene through the window of a 1955 Cadillac. Beale Street's neon flashes on chrome as the soulful twang of a wailing guitar ...
Shortcuts to Spring Bouquets
Mar 01, 2007; ... With these simple tricks, you can make stunning arrangements anytime. Combining fresh roses, peonies, and hyacinths in exciting new ways allows us to enjoy their beauty each day. We asked floral designer Gaye Drummond to show you some shortcuts and tricks of the trade for making several ...
Prevent Lawn Weeds Now
Mar 01, 2007; ... Late winter (when warm-season grasses are still brown and daytime temperatures haven't hit 80) is a great time to apply a pre-emergence herbicide to your lawn. This product forms a chemical barrier on the soil surface that keeps weeds from coming up. One application lasts four to five ...
Appetizers in a Snap
Mar 01, 2007; ... Bite-size foods never looked and tasted so good. They're so easy, you'll make them again and again. Showcase the South's finest ingredients-in miniature-at your next gathering. These mouthwatering appetizers featuring catfish, okra, black-eyed peas, dried figs, and pecans are sure to ...
COLOR in your garden
Mar 01, 2007; ... You can't be too rich, you can't be too happy, and your garden can't have too much color. In this special section, we'll name the top flowers for sun and shade, show you where to place color for big impact, suggest great combinations, teach you how to get the most for your money, and much more ....
Springtime Pasta Toss
Mar 01, 2007; ... Put a refreshing main-dish meal on the table in no time. It only takes a few simple ingredients and a little imagination to create pasta salads everyone will love. Make a meal out of the salad suggestion pictured above or our festive Greek Pasta Salad by adding strips of grilled ...
six weeks to WOW!
Mar 01, 2007; ... You don't have to wait forever or spend a fortune to get fantastic results. Patience is a virtue, but not always required. If you want sensational color with little wait-and don't want to spend big bucks-do what Jan Cash did: Start with cell-pack-size plants, and choose colors that work ...
azaleas say south
Mar 01, 2007; ... With so many colors and sizes to choose from, we give you the top picks for your corner of our region. azaleas are as Southern as sweet tea and "yes, ma'am." Though they're non-native, we have adopted them as our own. Indigenous to Japan, China, and Korea, this evergreen has become the ...
Passed Down, Changed All Around
Mar 01, 2007; ... Give ao old home a fresh start. Splashy fabrics, bold color choices, and great Southern art make it happen. Out with the old, in with the new. That's good for some things in life, but if those "things" are your family home and all the furniture and accessories in it-your grandmother's ...
Kitchen Design Secrets Revealed
Mar 01, 2007; ... Make yours a showstopping place to cook and dine with these helpful hints. Food tastes better when it's made in a pretty space. Now there's no official study backing that statement, so you're just going to have to trust us. But have no fear: You, too, can get a gorgeous look. Kitchen ...
Our Favorite Shortcut
Mar 01, 2007; ... Tasty biscuits are ready for the oven in just five minutes, thanks to this convenience product. We often receive phone calls asking what "all-purpose baking mix" is. You probably know it by brand names such as Bisquick or Pioneer. It's a combination of flour, baking soda, salt, sugar, ...
Peanut Butter Cookies
Mar 01, 2007; ... Move over, chocolate chip-these melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect with a glass of milk. There's an equation we learn in the kitchen, not in school. Cookies equal comfort. Easiest Peanut Butter Cookies are one of our hands-down favorites. Take a bite, and you'll know why. The dough ...
Anytime Smoothie
Mar 01, 2007; ... Here is a yummy snack to feel good about. This great-tasting pick-me-up is packed with vitamins and tastes as rich as a milk shake. Blend one fruit or several with frozen yogurt. Don't forget the orange juice and banana; they add extra sweetness. Morning Energizer ...
Standout Salad Dressings
Mar 01, 2007; ... Homemade salad dressing is one of those small touches that makes a meal special. The flavor is generally lighter and cleaner than that of purchased dressings, and it's much cheaper to make your own. Best of all, in five minutes flat you can whisk together a batch of delicious vinaigrette that ...
Fantastic Green Beans
Mar 01, 2007; ... Don't miss these three delicious recipes that start with frozen green beans. All have prep times of 10 minutes or less. Frozen vegetables have a fresher flavor, crisper texture, and brighter color than canned. On the day you plan to serve them, place the beans in the refrigerator to thaw that ...
Spaghetti Two Ways
Mar 01, 2007; ... Try something new with this affordable pantry staple. Before you start cooking that skinny package of spaghetti, here are some tips. Boil in lots of salted water. Follow package directions for cook times, using the shorter amount if the recipe calls for added baking time. -SHIRLEY ...
Have Some Hearty Jambalaya
Mar 01, 2007; ... This Cajun one-dish meal brings smiles to the supper table. Chances are, you already have most of the ingredients needed for a bowl of this tasty comfort food. The common denominator among all jambalayas is rice. After that, anything goes. Shrimp, chicken, and ham are used in this recipe ...
Welcome to This Courtyard
Mar 01, 2007; ... An entranceway can tell guests a lot about you. Let these designers show you how to get yours to say exactly what you want. While Bobby Green may not be the first person to build an arched entrance to a home, he certainly has perfected the idea. Working with designer and contractor Bill ...
Ask the Expert
Mar 01, 2007; ... I planted an azalea last summer, and its leaves turned brown. They're still brown. Is the plant dead? Or do I need to cut it back? FRANCES WOODS ITASCA, TEXAS The Expert has carefully analyzed your testimony and determined the chances of your azalea being dead at approximately ...
savvy SHOPPING
Mar 01, 2007; ... Go forth equipped with all the info you need to make wise plant-buying decisions. It pays to be an informed shopper, whether you're a novice or have many seasons under your belt. First, find a garden shop that dazzles you with pretty plants. Chances are, a knowledgeable staff is ready ...
bright, beautiful FOLIAGE
Mar 01, 2007; ... Leaves can be just as pretty as flowers, and they last longer. Admit it-when you want to add color to your garden, your first thought is flowers. That's okay, but you need to consider foliage at the same time. Leaves offer the brilliance of blooms, and they have one big advantage-they ...
Spice Up a Breakfast Classic
Mar 01, 2007; ... top-rated menu Don't neglect your first meal of the day. Try these eye-pleasing recipes that deliver big taste. Follow our simple instructions for poaching eggs, and you'll be on your way to enjoying Southwest Eggs Benedict. Serve Pineapple-Grapefruit Spritzer in stemmed glasses for a ...
Supper's on Hand
Mar 01, 2007; ... This busy dad proves that the key to great family fare is as close as your pantry and freezer. I'm all about cooking with kids," Marvin Woods says enthusiastically. "It feeds their natural curiosity and gets them excited about trying different foods." This renowned chef, popular ...
Flavorful Green Onions
Mar 01, 2007; ... Now is the perfect time to enjoy these crisp vegetables. They are among the most overlooked produce of spring. Though available in supermarkets year-round, these immature onions are at their peak at this time. Pick up some to add subtle flavor to your next dish; you'll be glad you ...
Recycle and Feel Good
Mar 01, 2007; ... Small changes in the home reap benefits for you and the environment. You don't have to wear uncomfortable blue tights or a cape to save the world. Do your part at home by recycling. It's simpler than leaping tall trash bins in a single bound. Rein in Rubbish The first ...
Dream Up a Fabulous Bath
Mar 01, 2007; ... Before a radical makeover, this space was a sunroom off the master bedroom. Now it's just perfect as a deluxe bath. Take a guess: What's the best feature in this bath? The classy vanity with the marble top? Triple showerheads? Well-planned cottage details? All good answers, but what ...
Cleaning Tools and Tricks
Mar 01, 2007; ... Put a little spring in your routine with easy ideas and a little know-how. SMART SOLUTIONS Mixing up cleaning conceptions is inexpensive and simple. You'll never run out of supplies if you stock these staples. -AMY BICKERS MERCER 1. White vinegar: To clean windows, fill a ...
Smart and Stylish TV Storage
Mar 01, 2007; ... Hiding electronics is easier than ever with beautifully crafted furniture and innovative ideas. They say you can never be too rich or too thin. While that clearly is not true for celebrities-ladies of Hollywood, please acquaint yourselves with an all-you-can-eat buffet-it's very true for ...
Superfast Chicken
Mar 01, 2007; ... Everyone needs a couple of quick, go-to recipes for supper. Just ask our Editor in Chief, John Floyd, and his wife, Pam. They handed over their family's best 10-minute-prep chicken recipes to share with you. -SHIRLEY HARRINGTON A Chicken-And-Two Plate SERVES 6 Sun-dried ...
Try Corned Beef at Home
Mar 01, 2007; ... Find out just how simple and economical it is to make. We know that many of our readers enjoy corned beef, but we're also pretty sure most have never really considered making it themselves. Take it from us-now's the time to discover just how easy it is to prepare in your own kitchen ....
Sensational Soups And Sandwiches
Mar 01, 2007; ... Make a meal of these nutritious recipes that is sure to wow your taste buds. Transform a standard grilled ham-and-cheese sandwich into a warm, gooey Monte Cristo in just a few quick steps. For a light supper, use leftover chicken breast to stuff Peanut Chicken Pitas, and heat make-ahead ...
Pretty, Luscious Cupcakes
Mar 01, 2007; ... Bake up from-scratch flavor with cake-mix recipes and basic frostings. Whether you prefer white cake, chocolate cake, or both, these recipes will please. Their charm lies in their petite size. Who can resist a handheld cake swathed in creamy frosting? Both cakes are made from box mixes ...
Fresh Ideas for Salads
Mar 01, 2007; ... An assortment of fruit adds sweetness to these quick-to-fix recipes. Summer tomatoes may be months away, but you can still toss together a greattasting salad. Leafy greens topped with crumbled goat cheese, grapes, and asparagus make Spring Salad the perfect side dish. The salty crunch of ...