Main Dishes

Hoppin' John is a traditional Southern dish made with black-eyed peas, rice, and pork, usually flavored with onion, garlic, and a smoky ham hock or bacon. It's often served with a side of greens and cornbread, representing prosperity; the peas for pennies, greens for dollars, and cornbread for gold.

Hoppin’ John - Black-eyed peas, rice, pork

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Shrimp and Grits is a classic Southern dish that combines creamy, cheesy grits with seasoned, spicy shrimp. The grits are typically made from ground corn simmered in milk or broth until thick and creamy, then finished with butter and cheddar cheese.

Shrimp and Grits - Creamy grits, spicy shrimp

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Chicken Fried Steak is a classic Southern comfort food that consists of tenderized beef steak that's been breaded with a seasoned flour mixture, pan-fried until golden, and typically served with a creamy white gravy. The texture is wonderfully crispy on the outside, with a juicy and flavorful interior, reminiscent of fried chicken, thus the name.

Chicken Fried Steak - Breaded, gravy-topped beef

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Fried Catfish is a classic Southern dish particularly popular in the American South. The dish features catfish fillets that are dredged in a seasoned cornmeal mixture and then deep-fried until they are crispy and golden brown on the outside while remaining moist and flaky inside.

Fried Catfish - Cornmeal-crusted, deep-fried

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Spicy Jambalaya with Sausage and Shrimp is a classic Southern dish hailing from the Creole and Cajun cuisines of Louisiana. This one-pot meal is bursting with flavors, thanks to the combination of andouille sausage, succulent shrimp, and a variety of vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, and celery.

Jambalaya - Spicy rice, sausage, shrimp

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