Restaurant Recipes:
1. Crook's Corner Shrimp and Grits
2. Galatoire's Shrimp Rémoulade
3. Commune's Maple-Glazed Pork Chops With Pecans and Apples
4. Buttermilk-Lime Ice Cream

Southerners are known for good, solid home cooking. But we also love to dine out, especially in urban hot spots. We're fortunate to live in a region offering a wealth of incredible dining establishments. In fact, there are so many great places, from family-run eateries to world-class restaurants, it was difficult to choose which were at the top of our list. We finally narrowed it down to these exceptional dishes.

above, left: Galatoire's Shrimp Rémoulade is delicious as an appetizer or entrée. It's a favorite starter at the restaurant. above, right: This Buttermilk-Lime Ice Cream from Texas cowboy chef Grady Spears refreshes and soothes at the same time.