Georgia's food scene is changing fast, and I'm excited to share what's coming your way in 2026. From bold new flavors to old-fashioned traditions getting fresh makeovers, the South is cooking up something special.

These are some of the South’s most iconic dishes that every Southerner should learn to make in 2026, if they haven’t already.

There is no single “American” culture. Rather, we have a patchwork of diverse histories, traditions and dialects—a culmination of the experiences of those who live in each region. Language is an important aspect of regional identity and culture, and ...

These days you'll find her on Bravo's Real Housewives of New York, but Tinsley Mortimer is very much a southern gal at heart—which is why we decided she'd be the perfect person to school us on the art of southern expressions. It’s true that we ...

The best southern rock songs merge the basic fundamentals of rock ‘n’ roll, country and the blues to create a sound that more than justifies its own genre. The music often incorporates long jams, boogie rhythms and fast guitar leads, with lyrics ...

New research from the University of Georgia shows that the Southern accent is fading. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks linguistics professor Margaret Renwick about the trend. Let's talk about accents for a moment. RALPH BRABHAM: OK. I'm Ralph Brabham, and I'm ...

Southern University at New Orleans is a public institution that was founded in 1956. In the 2026 edition of Best Colleges, Southern University at New Orleans is ranked No. #121-133 in Regional Universities South. It's also ranked No. #85 in Lowest ...

It’s rich and delicious, that Southern diet: plenty of fried food, cheesy casseroles, and sweet, sweet tea. But it’s deadly, especially to African-Americans. The fat, sugar and sodium that make Southern food so tempting also sends blood pressure up to ...