I'm Melissa, a Southern girl who loves to cook and share meaningful recipes with family and friends. I also have a gift for event styling and design. I enjoy creating a vision for an event and then bringing it to life through the details. From the invitations and florals to the decor, activities, and menu, I find joy in pulling it all together in a way that feels intentional and beautiful.

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This is my daughter, Sydney. She is my co-pilot and creative partner. Together, we’ve built this blog as a space to share our favorite Southern recipes and to showcase a few of the special events we’ve created side by side.

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I’ve taught Sydney a few things in the kitchen, but she has developed her own techniques and makes some of the best baked goods you’ll find anywhere. She is also a talented artist and entrepreneur. Through her graphic design business, we have partnered to offer wedding and event styling that reflects personality, vision, and thoughtful design.

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Along with food and events, I am also an author. My writing is rooted in the desire to empower women to embrace their voice, their strength, and their worth. You can explore more of that work on our Publications page.

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We’ve created a simple and beautiful website that is free of pop-ups and distractions. This is our small corner of the internet, and we hope it brings inspiration, comfort, and a little Southern charm.

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Thank you for stopping by.