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2 days ago | styleblueprint.com | Jenna Bratcher

Just because Auburn University students have packed up their books for summer break doesn’t mean things have cooled off at 1856 — Culinary Residence. In fact, the heat is definitely on. This fine-dining gem, housed within the Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management, is keeping the burners hot with the launch of its third annual summer chef series, showcasing the talents of three renowned female chefs from around the South.

4 days ago | styleblueprint.com | Kate Feinberg |Jenna Bratcher

Charleston’s new fine-dining destination, Marbled & Fin, is quickly becoming a standout — not just for its elevated coastal cuisine but also for its inventive cocktails. One highlight is the Catamaran Tan. Inspired by “gin and tonics in seersucker suits,” this southern-leaning sipper is playful and polished, with a seersucker-shaped ice cube that nods to its Lowcountry roots.

4 days ago | styleblueprint.com | Brianna Goebel

“Southern Voices” is a reader-submitted platform. Today’s submission comes from our StyleBlueprint Associate Editor and Sponsored Content Manager, Brianna Goebel. If you have a story to tell, see our guidelines for submission here. We love to hear about your wildly wonderful, challenging, captivating (and sometimes Southern-centric) experiences!**********Growing up, I never really thought of myself as an animal person.

5 days ago | styleblueprint.com | Javacia Harris Bowser

James Beard Award-winning chef Nina Compton’s new book, Kwéyòl / Creole, is much more than a cookbook. The collection of 100 recipes also chronicles Nina’s culinary journey from her native land of St. Lucia to Jamaica, Miami, and finally, New Orleans — the city she now proudly calls home. It’s also where she helms her restaurant Compère Lapin.

1 week ago | styleblueprint.com | Kate Feinberg

When you’re heading out for a day on the lake, the right boating accessories can mean the difference between a good day and a great one. From coolers and safety essentials to stylish sun hats and cover-ups, this guide has you covered with essentials for boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, or simply lounging around the shore. We are grateful to all our sponsors: This article contains product affiliate links.