Food & Drink
Best Non Alcoholic Wine of the Summer
Non-alcoholic drinks are the perfect option for any bride who is looking to offer their guests a variety of drinks and something elegant and sophisticated to enjoy during festivities. Finding the best non-alcoholic beverage for your big day can be daunting, however...
8 Best Summer Patios For Al Fresco Dining
Summertime is the best time to explore new outdoor dining spots and create those long lasting memories with your friends while sharing incredible food. These restaurants range from cozy outdoor dining and quaint small town gems, to luxurious al fresco wine bars and...
Seaside Romance: Diving Into Delectable Fresh Seafood for Your Wedding Feast
photo credit: Dear Wesleyann Photography Beach weddings are popular due to the natural beauty, serene atmosphere, relaxed vibes, and the many opportunities to have fun and make memories with loved ones. The daylight and resultant stunning photographs are other reasons...
Celebrating Black History Month with Phillip Ashley Chocolates
In honor of Black History Month, Southern Bride highlights an inspiring entrepreneur, Memphis native, and a James Beard Foundation Semi-Finalist, Phillip Ashley Rix, the mastermind behind Phillip Ashley Chocolates. His remarkable success story is driven by a...
Last Toast On The Coast, Orange Beach, Alabama
A bridal luncheon took place in the picturesque Orange Beach, Alabama. This beautiful shoot took place at The Coastal Arts Center. Local vendors brought this coastal grand vision to life with a touch of southern elegance. “Last Toast On The Coast” was the perfect...
Retreat to Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis For Your Next Special Occasion
By Madeline Scharff, Photography by Don Riddle GET ACQUAINTED In 2022, the City of Lakes, an area steeped in history, arts, and culture, welcomed its most luxurious property to date. Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis sits 36 stories high above the heart of downtown and...
Celebrate Your Big Day in Luxe Style at SLS Brickell
Miami is a hot magnet for the young, beautiful, and in love. For couples seeking to take their relationship to the “I Do” status, the SLS Brickell, Miami, is a dreamy luxury wedding destination with a decidedly cool vibe that flows through its unique decor,...
Four Wedding Cake Trends
The cake tasting is undoubtedly the most enjoyable aspect of wedding planning. However, with so many tastes and designs to choose from, picking a wedding cake may be overwhelming, much like everything else regarding wedding planning. We spoke to celebrity cake...
Three Creative Ways To Celebrate Dad On His Day
Father's Day is a special time to celebrate the dads or dad figures in your life and show them how much you appreciate them. But how can you make this day even memorable and meaningful for them? Here are three creative ideas from the professional party planner Renee...
Long Weekend Wedding Ideas
For many of us, Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of summer and the start of wedding season. Weddings are often held on Saturdays because it is the most convenient day, but how about a wedding during the long weekend? When should the wedding ceremony be held,...
Kentucky Derby Inspired Wedding Cake – Bourbon Butter Cake
The Kentucky Derby - the fastest and fanciest party in the nation, but the preparation, fashion and libations are worth the effort. One of the most affluent events, the parties quickly spread across the country with Kentucky Derby inspired cocktail parties. We are...
Retro-Glam Paradise at The Confidante Miami Beach
GET ACQUAINTED The Confidante Miami Beach - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, built in the 1940s, completed a multi-million-dollar suite renovation in 2022, adding 35 new suites to the 339-room mid-century meets retro-glam ocean-front hotel. Along with reimagined...
Loews Coral Gables Hotel in Coral Gables, Florida
Coral Gables is situated in the primary location of Miami-Dade county. Only 7 miles from downtown Miami, this planned community dates back to 1925 and paints a picturesque background with its Mediterranean revival style architecture and wide, tree-lined avenues...
Propose to Your Bridesmaids with Bubbly from The Sip
If you’ve been looking for a fun way to pop the question to your bridesmaids, try popping champagne! When Southern Bride's Assistant Editor got engaged this past year, she knew she wanted to ask her two sisters to be co-maids of honor. After searching for a creative...
Spice Up Your Wedding Cocktail Menu
Whether an alcoholic beverage or alcohol-free, sipping on some bubbly at your event is a fun and festive way to toast the special occasion. From having a cocktail mixer in hand, or sipping on an elegant glass of wine, try a few of the newest alcoholic and...
A Complete Guide to Ace Your Wedding Bar and Cocktails
As many weddings are starting to return back to normal—especially summer outdoor weddings—it’s time to start thinking about the details that will make your wedding the most memorable time of your life. From the champagne toast to the wine selection on tap, it’s easy...
Thermomix is the Kitchen Appliance You Need on Your Wedding Registry
Professional and home chefs alike know that with the right kitchen tools, anything is possible, but with so many appliances on the market, it can be tricky to figure out what kitchen tools you need on your wedding registry and what you need for your new...
Create a Dreamy At-Home Date Night
As nights are getting colder and the probability of outdoor dining is drawing to a close, the possibilities for safe activities are shifting with the seasons and many couples are left wondering how to plan a romantic date night during COVID-19. After months of...
Montage Palmetto Bluff Reveals Micro-Wedding Champagne Picnic Experience
While many weddings have been postponed in recent months, the explosion of micro weddings has allowed couples to safely gather with their closest family and friends to rejoice in celebration. Couples looking for the dreamiest destination to say their “I do’s” can...
This Range of Cast Iron Cookware by Kana Should Be on Your Registry
Stylish and affordable, this range of Kana enamel cast iron cookware has a dish for every budget making it a wedding registry must-have. There are plenty of reasons to add enameled cast iron cookware to your kitchen arsenal. Solid cast iron is designed to retain...
Loews Miami Beach F&B Director Shakes Things Up for National Tequila Day
Cheers to National Tequila Day! This popular distilled beverage made from the blue agave plant found primarily in the area surrounding Tequila, Mexico is always a fun go-to liquor for celebrating. With so many options to shake and stir, we asked Steve Turk, the...
Brews and I Do’s
By Katherine of Bella Baxter Special Events It’s National Beer Day! And while currently in the world, we're all practicing social distancing, postponing events, having cocktail hours with friends via web / video conferencing, and working towards healthier times, soon...
Sweet Details: How to Incorporate Pies into Your Wedding
Today is super sweet as it's National Pie Day! To celebrate this fun "holiday," we chatted with Cara Greenstein, founder of Memphis food + lifestyle blog, Caramelized, about creative ways to incorporate pies into a bride's big day. Cara opted to highlight mini pies...
4 GameDay Recipes for the Football Loving Bride
For the football loving bride-to-be who also enjoys entertaining and whipping up delicious dishes, here’s four game day snacks from Plated, to serve during your own watch party or wedding shower. Who said getting married can’t also be about football?Plated's...
Ease into Autumn with These Seasonal Spritz Spirits
For those in the midst of planning an upcoming engagement party or wedding, you may be blanking on your adult beverage grocery list. It's September, which means Fall is practically here though warm temps are lingering and some of us are even still soaking up those...
Fall Weddings Call for S’mores
Happy National S'mores Day! With summer weddings well under way and October looming around the corner, we're starting to slide into a Fall mindset. Though we know many of you would like to hold onto warm weather as long as possible, we're here to serve tasty inspo for...
Strawberry Shortcake Pops by Plated
With the heat of summer taking over, it’s time to treat yourself! And what better day than National Ice Cream Day to indulge in something cold and creamy? Morcel by Plated offers a simple and delicious Strawberry Shortcake Pop recipe perfect for an...
Sonoma County, California
Off the Beaten Path in Sonoma Wine Country: A Sample Wedding Weekend Itinerary By Sherra Meyers Photography by Krista Marie You may think a wine country wedding only exists in fables and legends but alas, Southern Bride’s recent visit to Sonoma County,...
Wedding #CakeGoals from Plated
More than ever, brides are seeking to DIY their special day. Whether you’re looking to bake your own cake or make one for a friend or family member, we’re reaching out with some expert tips from Plated chef, Grace Pescatello. Follow her advice below to approach a...
Galatoire’s: Authentic New Orleans Dining for a Jazzy Wedding Celebration
A Historic New Orleans Staple Galatoire’s offers eight luxurious spaces ideal for hosting private parties, including bridal showers, rehearsal dinners and receptions. Consistency has been the greatest asset displayed by Galatoire’s for more than a century. No matter...
Foodie Brides will Fall in Love with Dallas, Texas
An ever-growing metropolitan city, Dallas is both an unexpected and wondrous wedding destination. Full of vibrant, unique neighborhoods and filled with an exciting crop of venues and restaurants, the city is a dream setting for any ‘foodie’ bride. Dallas...
5 Delicious Southern Fixes You Need at Your Wedding Reception
Choosing a menu for your wedding reception is no small task.You might not even know where to begin, but if you're a southern bride you know food matters. Southern food is soul food and your options are not only endless but downright delicious. Although it might seem...
TILTED by jordan: A Customizable Cocktail Bar
If you're looking to make your reception one-of-a-kind, you need beverages that will fit your style! TILTED by jordan is a cocktail catering company in North Carolina that offers customizable packages and pricing for events of all sizes. Services range from full...
Elegance and Exceptional Culinary Experiences at B&B Butchers
The saying “Everything is bigger in Texas” is true and one thing is for certain. . .you better bring a big appetite when you visit B&B Butchers. Whether in Houston or the fabulous new location in Fort Worth, a true delicatessen experience awaits. Old fashioned...
Best Hot Chocolate Recipe Ever
We have discovered the best hot chocolate recipe ever. Brought to us by British transplant, Chef Roger Watson, this recipe has warmed the tummies and hearts of many Londoner's over the years, and now you can serve it at your own holiday soirée. Enjoy! INGREDIENTS | 3...
The Preacher’s Son, Wedding and Event Venue in Bentonville, Arkansas
Nestled in the heart of charming Bentonville, Arkansas is a surprising restaurant and event space known as The Preacher’s Son. Built in 1904, the First Christian Church in downtown Bentonville made its home with a Gothic Revivalism architectural structure. Fast...
