“I was charmed by the sweet tea in cut-crystal glasses paired with linen napkins on polished silver trays. Where I grew up, I never used a fabric napkin in my life! I loved that those silver trays were monogrammed, but the monograms were their great-grandmothers'. Charlestonians are proud of legacy and traditions, and they (we!) are not afraid to be fancy.” TraditionalFancyCharlestonJournal EntrySouthern Charm Book:The Violet Hour Source: The Violet Hour
“So you're doing your fried chicken, Alice?" "No, ma'am, I'm doing your fried chicken. It's time to bring back the original recipe to the Lantern," Alice said. "I love that idea," I said. Tradition always markets well in the South.” TraditionalSouthern FoodMarketing Success Book:My Magnolia Summer Source: My Magnolia Summer