Abigail Wilt

Portland

Contributor at Freelance

👩🏻‍💻 Freelance writer ☀️ Sunshine enthusiast 🍽️ Passionate hummus consumer she/her

Articles

This Southern City Was Just Named The Most Livable In The U.S.

1 week ago | southernliving.com | Abigail Wilt

It’s no secret that small Southern towns are the most idyllic places to grow up. And while the tiny towns tend to be reader favorites, according to the experts at Livability.com, it's a sweet spot of populations between 75,000 and 500,000 that help new residents find the city-sized perks they need while also getting plugged into their new community and feeling at home.
Blake Shelton And Gwen Stefani Just Stayed At This Dreamy Southern Resort

1 week ago | southernliving.com | Abigail Wilt

There are few things more sacred than a Southern spring break. We’re a people of habit, so we often return to the same beaches, mountain towns, campsites, restaurants, and even road trip stops for a taste of familiarity with sunny flair. Turns out, our favorite Southern celebrities aren’t far behind on these traditions. Last week, Gwen Stefani posted an Instagram Reel of her family’s recent spring break vacation.
Chili’s New Burger Is A Bigger And Cheaper Alternative To A McDonald’s Classic

1 week ago | southernliving.com | Abigail Wilt

There isn’t always time to fire up your grill and prep our loaded Ultimate Southern Burgers with candied bacon. Especially on busy weeknights, finding a hearty, well-rounded meal for your whole family—much less one that everyone enjoys—can be a challenge. If you’re turning to the drive-thru for convenience but find yourself with sticker shock, you’re not alone.
Little Debbie Just Announced Two Seasonal Favorites Are Back For A Limited Time

1 week ago | southernliving.com | Abigail Wilt

Southerners know the importance of a Mother’s Day dessert. For the woman who does it all, a day full of treats, pampering, and gifts she loves hardly seems like enough to say thank-you. (But with a Lemon-Cheese Layer Cake, we’re certainly going to try.) For Collegedale, Tennessee-based Little Debbie, Mother’s Day comes with some very special seasonal snacks—cakes that Mom waits all year for.
Costco's Ready-To-Ship Chicken Coop Belongs In Your Backyard

1 week ago | southernliving.com | Abigail Wilt

Whether you have a large outdoor space or a small plot of land, you don’t have to limit your backyard dreams. There are plenty of ways to make the most of your landscape, from cozy firepits to sit-and-stay-awhile benches to garden beds and twinkly string lights overhead. And if you, like many, are a fan of the farmhouse aesthetic, you may also want a dreamy space for your chickens. Feathered friends deserve a bit of luxury too, after all.
Reese's Salty New Release Is About To Be Our Favorite Snack

2 weeks ago | southernliving.com | Abigail Wilt

There’s no flavor combination quite as iconic as sweet and salty. In fact, it’s the foundation behind many beloved Southern recipes, like Pineapple Casserole, Texas Trash Pie, and Saltine Cracker Toffee. One fan-favorite candy that epitomizes the sweet-and-salty movement is the peanut-butter-chocolate goodness of Reese’s—the number one candy brand in the country. Now, thanks to a recent announcement from The Hershey Company, snacking is about to get a whole lot tastier.
Reese's Salty New Release Is About To Be Our Favorite Snack

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Abigail Wilt

There’s no flavor combination quite as iconic as sweet and salty. In fact, it’s the foundation behind many beloved Southern recipes, like Pineapple Casserole, Texas Trash Pie, and Saltine Cracker Toffee. One fan-favorite candy that epitomizes the sweet-and-salty movement is the peanut-butter-chocolate goodness of Reese’s—the number one candy brand in the country. Now, thanks to a recent announcement from The Hershey Company, snacking is about to get a whole lot tastier.
McDonald's Upgraded Their Lemonade And You Are Going To Want It All Summer

2 weeks ago | southernliving.com | Abigail Wilt

Spring and citrus seem to go hand-in-hand. Maybe it’s the fact that Classic Lemon Bars make for the perfect handheld bridal shower dessert or that bright yellows, oranges, pinks, and greens remind us of the awakening flowers and budding new life.
McDonald's Upgraded Their Lemonade And You Are Going To Want It All Summer

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Abigail Wilt

Spring and citrus seem to go hand-in-hand. Maybe it’s the fact that Classic Lemon Bars make for the perfect handheld bridal shower dessert or that bright yellows, oranges, pinks, and greens remind us of the awakening flowers and budding new life.
The Reason ALDI, Publix, Target And More Are Planning To Close For One Day This Month

2 weeks ago | southernliving.com | Abigail Wilt

Plan your shopping accordingly. Published on April 8, 2025 Photo: JHVEPhoto / Getty Images As you’re preparing a thoughtful menu, carefully considering attire, and perhaps planning a trip to Sunday service on Easter, many stores around the South will be closing their doors—for good reason. This year, on April 20, 2025, many corporations will be shutting down to give their employees some well-earned, paid time off with family and friends.