7 Things to Do This Spring Around the South
There are so many things to do this spring around the South. With this list, you can indulge both sides of your personality—go a little high brow one weekend and down home the next.
Arts and Culture
Where to go, what to see and who to know in the world of Southern arts and culture. This blog masterfully blends art, culture, and local exhibitions around the American South. Uniquely Southern, topics on this arts and culture blog include art, artists, installations, paintings, photography, graffiti, fashion and more. Above all, you will discover how culturally rich the South has become, especially its bigger cities such as Atlanta, Savannah, Nashville, Charleston and Charlotte. Moreover, smaller towns like Greenville, S.C. and Birmingham, Ala. are not far behind. The arts and culture scene is what is driving these burgeoning cities of the South.
Two-Sided Southern is an arts and culture blog started by Stephanie Davis Smith. If you have a penchant for the finer things in life, as well as a firm appreciation for lower brow offerings, you will find what you’re looking for in this Southern-based blog.
Best New Jewelry Store in Atlanta Owned by Luxury Veteran
Don Purcell is the owner of the best new jewelry store in Atlanta. His eponymous shop is called Don Purcell and peeks out over the outdoor dining area at Le Bilboquet in Buckhead Village District. It’s prime real estate. But it’s a far cry from small town Ridgeway.
Wondering What the Top 10 Blogs of 2021 Were? Find Out Here.
Here are the top 10 blogs of 2021 on Two-Sided Southern. It’s a fabulous mix of profiles, recipes, restaurant rounds ups, reviews and more. It’s about being upscale and down home. Five-star and dive bar.
Every City Deserves a Thought-Leader Like the Founder of Art Meso
Jennifer Sutton moved to the South 16 years ago from Lorain, Ohio. Thank goodness. “It’s the international city,” she says.
4 Southern-Made Gift Ideas I Love for the Holidays
Two-Sided Southern is here to help you with a few southern-made gift ideas to help get your friends there a little faster. Here are a a few high-end but still down home—gift ideas to help you get your friends and family the perfect present. They’re at different price points, for all different kinds of folks and all inspire joy. With the holidays approaching, Southern-made gifts always have terrific stories and talented artisans behind the work.
The Best Georgia Winery Both Wine Snobs and Regular Folks Love
Yonah Mountain Vineyards in Georgia is as pretty as any plot in Napa Valley or the Loire Valley. It’s arguably the best Georgia winery. The octagonal tasting room (the only one I’ve ever seen), sprawling patios and event venues are luxurious. Yet the staff is still down home and friendly. I think that comes from top down.
First Gather ’round Festival is an Arty Foodie’s Dream
Gather ‘round festival, an upscale-meets-down home food and cocktail experience. On October 14-17, 2021, this culinary experience pairs with arts and music at Epicurean Atlanta. Epicurean Atlanta is a brand new hotel in Midtown Atlanta that is food-focused and dedicated to culinary experiences.
Luxury Handbag Designer Jada Loveless Exudes as Much Grace as her Designs
Jada Loveless is a Southern, luxury handbag designer who exudes grace and elegance. The same goes for her gorgeous luxury handbags.
3 Southern Made Hostess and Host Gifts To Give
A guest’s thank you gift can make a Southern host or hostess feel so appreciated and acknowledged. Here, 3 Southern gifts for that next party
3 Experiential Exhibits are the Best Date Ideas in Atlanta
After a year stuck at home, it’s time for Atlantans to explore new places, try new experiences, and immerse yourself in arts and culture again. It may also be time to treat your sweetheart to a night out. We’ve got three of the best date ideas in Atlanta for those who love Insta-worthy moments and all things experiential.