Set in the world of drumlines and historically black colleges, Drumline tells of a rising star street drummer from Harlem. He is recruited to go to school down south, but he soon finds that while he was the best back home, there are plenty of other talented drummers in Atlanta. Nick Cannon, Zoe Saldana, and Orlando Jones star in the film. Most of the movie is set in downtown … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Drumline
The Best Southern Cookbooks
Cookbooks make great gifts during the holidays as well as hostess gifts throughout the year. It allows visitors to bring a taste of the South home with them. The best Southern cookbooks are written by local chefs as well as experts in the cuisine. These picks for cookbooks cover both the classic dishes of the region, as well as modern takes on them. The Southern … [Read more...] about The Best Southern Cookbooks
Classic Eats: Beacon Drive In
The Spartanburg, South Carolina landmark opened in 1946 as the second-largest drive-in restaurant in the country, following The Varsity in Atlanta. They also still offer curbside service. The Beacon Drive In is the largest single seller of iced tea in the country, serving up 62,500 gallons per year. It's been a stop for visiting celebrities and especially touring politicians … [Read more...] about Classic Eats: Beacon Drive In
Small Town Saturday: Kennesaw, GA
Kennesaw, Georgia is a suburb of Atlanta with less than 30,000 residents. The area was once mostly rural and was the site of the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain during the Civil War. Visitors can see the battlefield, now protected by the National Park Service, which has a visitor's center with information on the war as well as canons throughout the park. Climb Kennesaw Mountain … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Kennesaw, GA
Film Friday: The Pelican Brief
As with many other John Grisham novels-turned-movies, The Pelican Brief is set in the South. Starring Julia Roberts and Denzel Washington, the film tells of a law student who uncovers a conspiracy involving two Supreme Court justices that have been killed. It's not long before someone is onto her and starts to attempt to cover their tracks at any cost. Filmed In: New … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Pelican Brief