Lisa Cericola

3 days ago | yahoo.com | Lisa Cericola

Ellijay, Georgia is filled with rustic charms like apple orchards, waterfalls, and breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountain views. Located about an hour and a half from Atlanta, the town is as quaint as can be, with plenty of opportunities to paddle, hike, and explore the outdoors. If this sounds like your ideal getaway, but staying in a cabin or bed-and-breakfast isn’t your style, there’s a new lodging option in the area that’s decidedly different. What Is VAYHAUS Elijay?

4 days ago | southernliving.com | Lisa Cericola

If you've ever been to a meat-and-three restaurant and ordered "three, hold the meat", you already know how special Southern vegetables can be. From squash casserole to field peas to fried okra, a few of these side dishes can make a completely satisfying meal without any additional protein on the plate. This is especially true in the summertime, when produce is at its best and vegetable plates start to pop up on restaurant menus.

5 days ago | southernliving.com | Lisa Cericola

One of my favorite Southern entertaining traditions is the relish tray. Never heard of it? It's an assortment of raw and pickled vegetables typically served before a meal to perk up your appetite without filling you up. You may have even encountered one at an old-school steakhouse. Unlike a board filled with cheese and cured meat, or crudites and crackers with a bowl of dip, a relish tray is old-fashioned in the best way.

5 days ago | southernliving.com | Lisa Cericola

Don't you love it when you try a new recipe and you instantly know that it's a keeper? A dish must meet a lot of requirements to go into my regular dinner time rotation. It needs to be on the table in 30 minutes or less, have at least one serving of vegetables, and be so good that everyone cleans their plates. Bonus points if it only requires one pot or pan. This Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta fits the bill perfectly thanks to some clever cooking techniques and bold ingredients.

5 days ago | southernliving.com | Lisa Cericola

One look at Monteluce Winery's sprawling rows of grapevines, Tuscan-style buildings, and dreamy mountain views, and you might forget where you are for a moment. This isn't Italy, it's Dahlonega, Georgia. The historic mining town is a popular vacation spot for its bustling town square, the beauty of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains, and it's also home to many wineries and vineyards.