Healthy Southern Food Ideas for Your Big Day

Everyone can agree that Southern cuisine is absolutely delicious – but it’s not always the healthiest (or at least not a vast portion of the foods cooked in the South aren’t).

What happens when serving healthy food at your Louisiana wedding is very important to you, but you still want to celebrate the great culinary awesomeness of the Southern food?

Well, there are some twists you can make – and following, we have gathered some ideas you might find useful. Read on and find out more.

• Faux fried chicken. This is a true Southern staple – but when deep-fried, chicken can become a real calorie bomb. The best way to still get the amazing taste of fried chicken without all the oil is by simply cooking it in the oven. There are a lot of fabulous recipes out there – and you can definitely find one that pleases your taste buds just as much as “original” Southern fried chicken does.
• Fresh coleslaw. Since chicken works best with coleslaw on the side, you might also want to find a better alternative to the mayo-infused coleslaw of the Southern cuisine as well. This is really easy, though: just lose the mayo and replace it with olive oil, a bit of vinegar, and a touch of sugar. Or, if you want to, use very light mayo instead.
• Pulled pork. Well, pork isn’t the healthiest thing ever, no matter how it’s cooked – but you can still lower the amount of calories and fats in it if you get your pulled pork done in a slow cooker. Might take a bit more time, but the great news is that you don’t have to watch over the cooker doing its job. Plus, the pulled pork will taste amazing! Pair it with whole-wheat bread and fresh veggies and it will be a treat all of your guests will remember!
• Green tomatoes. We all love them – but, same as with fried chicken, they can get quite unhealthy if you cook them the traditional way. Our suggestion is to bake them in the oven – they won’t lose their appeal, they will taste great, and they will actually be a healthy dish too. It’s a win-win situation, really.

 

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Don’t Make These Mistakes When Planning Your Southern Wedding Menu

Planning a New Orleans wedding is always difficult – not because you’re not having fun, or because this isn’t something you really want, but because there’s a huge amount of details that have to be considered. On top of it all, the pressure you put on yourself for everything to turn out perfectly can turn the entire planning process into a pretty stressful one.

What are the mistakes you really don’t want to make when planning your Southern wedding menu? We’ve gathered some tips for you – so read on and find out more.

• Leaving the potato salad too much out in the heat. Potato salads are delicious – but they can turn into a health risk if they’re kept for far too long outside, in the heat. So, if you plan on having a Southern summer wedding, either skip the potato salad altogether, or make sure it’s properly cooled throughout the entire wedding (especially if it’s an outdoor event). Keep in mind: this stands just as true for any mayo-based foods, including, but not limited to deviled eggs, egg salad, and so on.
• Only opting for very heavy dishes. Southern cuisine is full with amazing, delicious foods – and a lot of them are quite heavy. Don’t overload your wedding menu with these foods alone – there are plenty of lighter options out there too, and they are just as delicious.
• Putting bacon on everything. Hey, we’re with you on this: bacon is amazing. But putting bacon on every single appetizer at your wedding is likely to cause some frustration among some of your guests (especially those who might follow more restrictive diets). Infuse one of the appetizers with bacon and leave the other bacon-free to make sure everyone is able to enjoy their deliciousness.
• Serving any kind of messy foods. Nothing can be as comforting as a big pulled pork sandwich or a sloppy joe – but they might not be the best idea for a wedding. Unless you can serve these in mini versions that are bite-sized and unlikely to cause staining, it’s probably better to refrain from serving them altogether.

 

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Kit Harrington and Rose Leslie Have Tied the Knot!

Ring the bells, because a huge Game of Thrones event happened!

No, winter isn’t coming, and there might be quite some time until we’re graced to see the grand GoT finale.

But another great (perhaps even more beautiful!) thing happened: Kit Harrington (who plays John Snow in the famous TV series) and Rose Leslie (who played Ygritte in the same series) got married. And oh, it was a beautiful wedding!

• The bride stunned everyone in a gorgeous creation signed Elie Saab. Her long-sleeved, lacy, illusion wedding gown suited her absolutely perfectly and really made her look absolutely radiant. Even more, she matched her bridal attire with a pretty white flower crown that looked really amazing with that dress!
• Kit Harrington was quite posh as well. He wore a classic, long black jacket, a cream-colored vest, and a pair of striped pants – and together with his bride, they made a really trendy and stylish couple!
• As you would expect from such an event, there were a lot of stars present to celebrate the newlywed’s event. Of course, a lot of them were Game of Thrones stars themselves: Peter Dinklage (Tyrion Lannister in the series), Emilia Clarke (Daenerys Targaryen on screen), Maisie Williams (Arya Stark in the show), and Sophie Turner (who plays Sansa Stark in GoT) are just some of the names that enchanted the wedding.
• Aside from Game of Thrones stars, there were other celebrities present at the wedding too. A couple of names included here are Ben Lovett (Mumford and Sons) and Makin Akerman.
• The reception tool place at Rose Leslie’s family estate, which, according to statements, includes its own castle. Looks like Kit Harrington and Rose Leslie wanted their own royalty-worthy wedding – and oh, judging by the stories we’ve heard, it really was!
• Rumor mill has it that a fan even hid in the bushes to be present to the ceremony. While this might be completely made up, it’s still fun (and quite creepy) to think to the extents some would go just to witness this kind of wedding!

 

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These Celebrity Weddings WOWed The World

Celebrity weddings are always inspiring, regardless of what kind of wedding you want, whether or not you want a small wedding or a large one, a casual or an elegant wedding in New Orleans. Over the years, many such weddings have fired up everyone’s creativity, inspiring everyone to create events that are always unique and beautiful.

What are some of the most important celebrity weddings in history and how were they so special? We have gathered them right below – so read on and find out more.

• Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Their entire love story seems torn out of a movie, and their weddings (yes, you read that right, more than one wedding) did not disappoint either. The two of them got together while Elizabeth was still married with someone else, and then had two weddings. The first one was in 1964 and the second one was in 1975. At her first wedding, Elizabeth Taylor wore a splendid canary yellow dress, and at her second wedding, she wore a green lace gown (both of which defied the tradition of having to wear white).
• Mia Farrow and Frank Sinatra. After a very short ceremony that only lasted for about four minutes, the two flied to Palm Springs for a huge party that included guests like Katherine Hepburn, Spencer Tracy, and Dean Martin.
• Brad Pitt and Jenifer Aniston. Their wedding spared no money at all – it is estimated that they spent approximately $1 million for their Big Day. Their wedding took place at their Malibu estate and it was, indeed, one of the events that truly marked the beginning of the 2000s.
• Yoko-Ono and John Lennon. Probably one of the most famous all-time weddings, this is one inspiring for the original, unconventional couples out there. Initially, Yoko and John wanted to get married on a ferry, but when that failed, they got married in a 10-minute ceremony at the British Consulate Office in Gibraltar. Yoko was wearing a mini skirt and a large hat!

 

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Plan a Refreshing Ice Cream Treat for Your Southern Wedding!

With summer here in full shape, we’re all looking for ways to cool ourselves off – if possible, in the nicest ways out there. Of course, if you are planning a summer wedding in New Orleans, you want the same for your guests too – and an ice cream treat can be just the perfect way to make sure your beloved friends and relatives stay cool (and happy!).

What are some of the best ice creams you could serve at your Southern wedding? We have some suggestions for you – so read on and find out more.

• Mint ice cream. What could be more refreshing and delicious than mint ice cream on a hot summer day? If you want to add a bit of diversity into the taste of this amazing dessert, try combining it with exotic fruit – a pineapple and mint ice cream will be a true delight to every single guest at your wedding!
• Butter pecan ice cream. A bit of saltiness and a lot of sweetness will get you and your guests through the hotness of a summer day. A classic dessert that can be interpreted and re-interpreted as you wish – but it will always be appreciated by everyone, regardless of whether or not they are familiar with Southern cuisine.
• Lemon pie ice cream. The Southern love of lemon pie is well-known everywhere – so why not turn this highly appreciated dessert into an icy one? We bet everyone invited at your wedding will want to take a serving of this, just enough to re-energize themselves and get back on the dance floor!
• Buttermilk ice cream. Just a tad of sourness and a lot of fruity vibes can bring a huge smile on pretty much anyone’s face! Buttermilk ice cream is a deliciously Southern treat bound to attract your guests again and again. Don’t be surprised if many of them ask you for the recipe for your own variation of buttermilk ice cream (and yes, there’s a pretty much infinite range of combinations you can make, from strawberry and pretzels to blueberry cheesecake!).

 

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These Southern Snacks Would Work Very Well at Your Wedding Too!

Nothing is as rich, as diverse, and as fascinating as Southern cuisine. Every state in the South has its own specialties, and even within the same states, you will find tastes as different as you would in Europe, from one country to another.

What are some of the Southern snacks you could include in your New Orleans wedding? We have some tips for you – so read on if you want to steal some inspiration for your Big Day.

• Corn bread with corn relish. This yells “Southern” from miles away – and even someone who didn’t grow up with it will definitely appreciate it. A snack that can take the form of finger foods served during the cocktail hour or just as an entrée for the main menu – but more than anything, a snack people will want the recipe for!
• Butter moon pies with chocolate and peanuts. The combination between sweet and savory is a staple of the Southern cuisine – so you will definitely love this. A sweet treat meant to energize your guests and make them take another round on the dance floor!
• Pimento cheese. Who doesn’t love good cheese? This cheesy Southern treat is bound to attract guests to it again and again, so make sure to stock up and have plenty for second and third servings as well. Remember, the secret to amazing pimento cheese lies in the quality of the ingredients!
• Spiced cheese straws. Another cheesy snack born in the South, cheese straws can receive a whole new set of “clothing” if they’re dressed up with spices like cardamom, fennel seed, and so on. Try out your favorites and don’t be afraid to experiment – then, once you’ve nailed the perfect recipe, be sure to keep it under lock and use it for your wedding snacks. We bet guests will want to steal your secret!
• Fried chicken. We know we’ve mentioned this before, but truth be told, it’s the ultimate (and probably one of the most famous) Southern foods. Delicious and irresistible, it can take elegant forms for your wedding, so it can definitely be incorporated into pretty much any type of event, regardless of formality.

 

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What Kind of Drinks Should You Serve at Your Wedding?

Your New Orleans wedding is supposed to be fun and joyful – and not just for you, but for all the amazing people who have chosen to spend their time with you on this special day. Of course, you want to create the best ambiance at your wedding, and you want to delight your guests with the most amazing Southern foods as well.

But what about the drinks? What kind of drinks should you serve at your wedding? And how much of it should there be?

We have some tips for you – so read on and find out more.

• The open bar. This is a classic – but it’s also the most expensive option you have. If your budget is quite generous, having an open bar means that your guests can drink whatever they want, how much they want to (and you will pay a flat fee per person).
• Beer and wine. Despite the popular belief, serving just beer and wine at your wedding can actually work out very well – and no, it isn’t tacky (it would actually be tackier to ask your guests to pay for their drinks). Even more, if you serve a good variety of beers and wines, your guests are bound to be more than happy with the drinks.
• Signature cocktail. Want to add something special to your beer and wine bar? One or two signature cocktails can do the trick without pushing your bill over the limit. The great thing about this is that you can actually choose a cocktail that suits your style and your wedding – so it can look perfectly incorporated into the general wedding theme.
• Unless you decide to go completely alcohol-free (which is also an option), the drinks available at your wedding should be plentiful. Expect people to get about 1-2 drinks during the cocktail hour and then 1 drink/ hour during the reception – so take this into consideration when planning your wedding bar.

 

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