Arts & Culture

The Dog That Stole Rick Bragg’s Heart

She was two dogs high, half a dog wide, and the only animal to ever run away with an Alabama author’s heart

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Books

A Kentucky Writer Captures the Stuff of Life

A new story collection revels in the messiness of life

Books

The Chefs the South Forgot

A compelling new history enshrines past tastemakers

Books

G&G’s Favorite Books of 2021

We’re feeling thankful for writers, photographers, and this year’s generous haul of new novels, reported stories, riveting tell-alls, and beautiful photography books

Books

Imani Perry’s Unflinching Travelogue

A soul-shaking narrative joins the pantheon of Southern classics

Books

G&G’s Favorite Cookbooks of 2021

The year was delicious in the kitchen for Southerners

Interview

Meet the Virginia Reporter Who Helped Hulu’s “Dopesick” Get the Details Right

Beth Macy on the power of dinner around the table, handmade quilts, and rooting for Southern underdogs

Interview

How to Cook from the Modern Southern Larder

A professional cooking instructor shares her tips for finding buttermilk, heirloom flours, and preserved lemons

Interview

Always Get the Name of the Dog

And other important writing and animal advice from the author Susan Orlean, whose new book, On Animals, is out now

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Roy Blount Jr. Grabs Life by the Collards

Arriving at a truce between leafy greens

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Arts & Culture

Fabulous Fashion at the 2022 Kentucky Derby

Stunning describes both the victory by 80-to-1 long shot Rich Strike in the 148th Kentucky Derby and the stylish attire on display at Churchill Downs for the Derby and Kentucky Oaks. Photographer Nerissa Sparkman captured all the fantastic looks.