Culture and Lifestyle

Southerners are known for their charisma, poise, and welcoming demeanor. It’s ingrained in our Southern culture. Southern Living is the insiders’ guide to Southern culture, from discovering the best new Southern food joints to sharing new takes on classic sweet tea. We cover the music, the flavor, and the fun of the South. Welcome—we hope you stick around.

Retro styled image of a vintage brown vacuum
I Never Vacuum Without Thinking Of My Aunt
Red Wasp
Rick Bragg Takes Revenge On Red Wasps Of Summer
Decoration Day
What Is Decoration Day?