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Cooking like a true Southern Belle
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items For all of my southern ladies, best believe these things will come in handy
Sections
2
Cookbooks
Cooking accessories
Cookbooks
I take much pride in my cookbook collection that I have cultivated over the years. I love using them, collecting them, even just looking at them 😆
I can’t say enough about this book, it’s one of my favorite things I own. There’s so many amazing things included; recipes, hosting tips, etiquette, music, history, etc. it’s beautifully written and created.
Whiskey in a Teacup: Life, Love & the South
What can I say… it’s Dolly. I love the recipes in here, and the glimpse you get into Dolly and her sister’s life. Just precious!
Good Lookin' Cookin': A Year of Meals
Southern women don’t mess around about their cookbooks. My favorite combos are being pretty enough to put up on a shelf, while still having recipes I would actually use.
Measure with Your Heart: Southern Cooking
To document all your best recipes, to pass down for generations
Lanpn Waterproof Recipe Book B5 Pink
Cooking accessories
Who says cooking needs to be boring? A hack I’ve found works wonders if really making the space yours. Cute mugs, pretty pans, the whole nine yards.
Cute oven mitts that actually work well! These also wash very well. I spoiled some beet juice on one of them, and dawn power wash got it right out! Threw it in the laundry (air dry) and they were good as new
KitchenAid Asteroid Oven Mitt Set, Dried Rose
I love to have plates on the wall as decor, or have them ready to pull out for guests during tea
UP UPware Blue Floral Melamine Salad Plates, 8.5", Set of 6
Because power towels can be expensive, especially when you’re constantly keeping your space clean!
USANOOKS Microfiber Cleaning Cloth 12 Pcs
The cutest cast iron pan there ever was. I’m obsessed with this, genuinely
Lodge 8 Inch Dolly Parton Cast Iron Skillet
A sad or hard time calls for a casserole! This is perfect to have when bringing food over to your neighbors, friends, family, you name it! Just make sure you bring it home😉
LUNCIA Insulated Casserole Carrier Tote, Cream
What’s a Southern women’s home without something to store sweet tea and lemonade?
1 Gallon Glass Pitcher with Lid & Spout
We love making pies around here. I have had my Pyrex pie pan for years and she’s never let me down
Pyrex Easy Grab 9.5" Glass Pie Pan: Clear, Round, Odor & Stain-Resistant, Freezer & Oven-Safe, 2-Year Warranty
Bringing over the pies! It feels so good to drop a pie off on someone’s doorsteps, don’t underestimate it!
Evelots 2-Pack 10" Airtight Food Storage Container
Keep those nails in tact and those hands soft!! A simple step that often gets overlooked.
COOLJOB 3 Pairs Colorful Non-slip Gloves
For that fresh, summery smelling kitchen. These are some of my favorite smells all in one, I love it when my space smells extra clean.
Sweet Water Decor Salt & Sea Soy Candle 9oz
Listen, sometimes we need help okay? Lots of baking can be hard on a woman, if you’d like to make it easier for yourself (and have the funds) a kitchen aid is the perfect way to go
KitchenAid Artisan 5Qt Tilt Head Mixer Almond
As cute as a dang muffin!! You never know when you’ll need to bake some for a friend, a bake off, a party, you name it!
BRONYPRO 12-Cup Nonstick Ceramic Muffin Pan
To keep that kitchen bright and fun! Who doesn’t love a pop of color?
Geometry Kitchen Tea Towel Tulip Time
Our monogrammed silverware is one of my favorite parts of our kitchen. It’s such a small details but adds SO much
RiverRidge Beaded Flatware 46pc Monogrammed Stainless Steel Silverware Set for 8 - G
Martinis anyone? Go ahead and hand these around to the group
MORA PURE Martini Glasses Set of 4 - 7oz
Another towel to consider, this is very Draper James to me!
Geometry Kitchen Tea Towel Garden of Edith
Don’t celebrate with solo cups! (You can if you want), having champagne glasses handy is such a classy thing in my opinion
Savannah Flute Glasses, Set of 4
Glasses for your sweet tea, water, lemonade, whatever you choose. These would look very fine on a porch in the summer.
Bekith 6 Pack 12oz Romantic Highball Glasses
Such a gorgeous vase, simple but classy. I like my pieces to compliment eachother, not stand out on their own for attention.
Bristol Glass Bud Vase
Sooo adorable, perfect for Spring time or summer!
Ruby Clay Ceramic Tulip House Vase
Matching oven mitts and place holders? Now that’s Southern right there.
Brynn Gingham Placemat
I loveeeee my icon glasses. It is so much fun to see the new styles, and to use them based off the season. But be careful! They can be more fragile sometimes than other glasses. We hand wash ours to avoid any breaks.
Icon Juice Glass
Who doesn’t love Tennessee? Our kitchen is filled with fun mugs, and the diner style will always have my heart
Alice & Wonder Stoneware Diner Mug
The cutest table runner. I think of Easter when I see this, but you can use it in all the hot days!
Madeline Embroidered Table Runner
This is so darling, imagine pulling this out on a hot summers day. Maybe throw in some homemade ice cream… perfect.
Glace Stoneware Ice Cream Bowl
A little less practical, but very cute. I’m not against having several oven mitts; some for everyday, some for special occasions
Brynn Gingham Oven Mitt
To spruce up your baking creations, there’s nothing wrong with having nice things!
Millie Round Baking Dish
I know I know, you either love them or you hate them. I happen to find them very useful for our pantry, especially when making things from scratch!
Ball 16oz 12pk Glass Wide Mouth Mason Jar with Lid and Band
Arguably, the best way to listen to music. In my opinion nothing beats it. I love throwing on a record when I’m cooking and cleaning ☺️
Victrola Journey II 2025 Bluetooth Record Player Pink
You better get that hot plate off that nice dining table!
Silicone Trivet Mat Set of 3 Heat Resistant Pot Holders
Easy access to spices, practical, and super cute and out of the way!
Manchester Spice Rack
Haden Heritage Two-Slice Toaster
Gotta have something to transport those bad boys! This would be a life saver for holidays
SnapLock Collapsible Deviled Egg Carrier: Dishwasher-Safe, Polypropylene & Silicone, Food Transport Holder
To transport all of those homemade goodies, and take them on a sunny day date!
HappyPicnic Wicker Picnic Basket Set for 4
For that beautiful Sunday roast, you never know you need it until you need it!
Cuisinart Classic Stainless Steel Roaster with Non-Stick Rack - 83117-15NSR: Turkey Roasting Pan, Even-Heating, Dishwasher-Safe
A classic truly, throw this on a record player and get goin!
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