Preston
Preston, MS · Food & Drink
WTOK-TV
Philadelphia McDonald’s demolition begins, rebuild timeline set
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -Demolition of the fire-damaged Philadelphia McDonald’s began Monday, July 27, marking the first visible step toward construction of a replacement restaurant. The demolition comes more than seven months after fire destroyed the restaurant on the evening of the Philadelphia Christmas Parade on Dec. 8, 2025. Earlier...
gotodestinations.com
Why Locals Go GAGA Over This ICONIC Family-Owned and Run Restaurant in Meridian, MS
Open Mon-Fri 10:30 AM–2:30 PM (closed Sat-Sun) In downtown Meridian, Mississippi, Jean’s has become the kind of restaurant locals call an institution rather than just a lunch spot. This family-owned Southern restaurant built its name on scratch-made comfort food, fried chicken, pork chops, and cornbread dressing, served the...
Neshoba Democrat
Anderson finds relaxation in the kitchen
Charlinda Anderson’s love of cooking started with her mother, the late Bonnie Nicholson, and grandmother, the late Hattie Gretton, and has stayed with her ever since. She learned to cook about 50 years ago by watching them in the kitchen and still remembers her grandmother’s chuck roast and chocolate pie. Her mother’s fried chicken and biscuits were always a hit with the family.
WLBT
Local eatery discusses social media impact after food reviewer’s visit creates boom in business
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - If he likes it, he’ll tell you, and if he dislikes it, he’ll tell you. But one thing about Lawrence Greene’s food reviews is that they’re never to be taken personally. “I just want everyone to know that I come in...
takingthekids.com
The Mississippi Restaurant Where Peanut Butter And Crackers Remain A Beloved Dining Tradition
The crisp rattle of saltine wrappers echoes across the dining room before any menus even arrive. This legendary Mississippi steakhouse treats a sleeve of crackers and a jar of peanut butter as the ultimate welcome mat. The unusual combination lands on your table the moment you sit down. Grandparents teach...
takingthekids.com
The Small-Town Bakery In Mississippi With A Mouth-Watering Breakfast For Less Than $7 Even In 2026
Seven dollars. A full breakfast. Made from scratch. In 2026, that math belongs in a museum, and yet Victoria Martin is pulling it off every single morning at this little bakery in Meridian, Mississippi. The backstory makes the biscuits taste even better, if that is possible. She started baking at...
WDAM-TV
Local eatery discusses social media impact after food reviewer’s visit creates boom in business
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - If he likes it, he’ll tell you, and if he dislikes it, he’ll tell you. But one thing about Lawrence Greene’s food reviews is that they’re never to be taken personally. “I just want everyone to know that I come in...
thelocalpalate.com
Taste Layers of History in This Mississippi Dessert
In the center of Meridian, Mississippi, is Jean’s American Eatery, a long-standing restaurant known for serving Southern food built on familiar dishes like fried chicken, turkey and dressing, pork chops, and a range of sides. It’s changed ownership a few times since it opened more than five decades ago, but the menu still follows the structure of a traditional meat-and-three that the original owner, Jean Bullock, created. But at Jean’s, the homemade desserts carry equal weight to the savory items on the menu.
breezynews.com
Phillip M’s at Pearl River Resort earns Wine Spectator award
Phillip M’s Fine Dining at Pearl River Resort has been honored with a 2026 Wine Spectator Restaurant Award, recognizing the restaurant among the world’s top destinations for wine. Phillip M’s received the Best of Award of Excellence, an honor given to restaurants that demonstrate outstanding wine programs with...
kicks96news.com
Phillip M’s at Pearl River Resort earns Wine Spectator award
Phillip M’s Fine Dining at Pearl River Resort has been honored with a 2026 Wine Spectator Restaurant Award, recognizing the restaurant among the world’s top destinations for wine. Phillip M’s received the Best of Award of Excellence, an honor given to restaurants that demonstrate outstanding wine programs with...
twinstates.news
Farmers Market Week shines spotlight on Mississippi's local produce
Farmers Market Week is being recognized across the country this week, encouraging consumers to support local growers and learn more about the benefits of farm-to-table food. At Mathis Produce in Meridian, owner Randy Mathis said more people are seeking healthier alternatives and turning to locally grown fruits and vegetables instead of larger grocery chains.
travelmag.com
People Pull Into This Mississippi Gas Station For Fuel And Leave Talking About The Fried Chicken
You go to a gas station for gas and an occasional snack. But what if that gas station snack is fried chicken?. It may not be something you hear every day. But Mississippi has a way of making you reconsider things you thought you already knew. There is a kitchen...
twinstates.news
Meridian's Third Thursdays return in Sept. with live music, food trucks
The Meridian Council for the Arts has announced the return of "Third Thursdays," a popular outdoor concert and community gathering series at Dumont Plaza. Residents are encouraged to bring their favorite lawn chairs, find a spot on the plaza, and enjoy an evening of live music, local food trucks, and cold drinks. Beverage partners will be on-site serving refreshments throughout the event.
twinstates.news
Meridian restaurant continues tradition that began during World War II
Weidmann's restaurant in Meridian earned some national recognition... For a tradition rooted as far back as World War II. Today, Twin States News stopped by the restaurant to learn more about the history of the tradition.