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Jackson chef among two Mississippi nominees in James Beard semifinals
Jackson chef Hunter Evans and Biloxi chef Austin Sumrall are representing Mississippi once again as semifinalists in the prestigious 2026 James Beard Awards. For more than 35 years, restaurateurs throughout the nation have sought recognition from the James Beard Foundation, a national nonprofit named after the renowned chef, cookbook author and television personality James Beard. The foundation annually recognizes exceptional culinary talent with semifinalist and finalist rounds of awards. In total, the "Best Chef: South" category has 20 semifinalists from Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi and Puerto Rico. Both Evans and Sumrall were semifinalists in 2025, but did not advance to finalist status. This year, Mississippi only appeared in the "Best Chef: South" category. Other categories outside of the regional chef categories include "Outstanding Restaurateur," "Best New Restaurant," "Outstanding Hospitality" and more. In 2025, Vestige, an Ocean Springs restaurant specializing in market-driven tasting menus, was a semifinalist in the "Outstanding Hospitality" category, but did not advance to finalist status. The James Beard Foundation will announce restaurant and chef nominees on March 31, and winners will attend an awards ceremony on June 15 at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Hunter Evans of Elvie's, Jackson Evans, a semifinalist in the 2026 James
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Grand marshal announced for 2026 Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade & Festival will return to Jackson in 2026. This year’s theme is “Stars, Stripes & Shamrocks” to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and America’s 250th birthday. Jackson Mayor John Horhn will serve as the grand marshal. The event will be held on March 28, 2026, in downtown […]
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This Jackson, MS Southern Café Has the Best Biscuits in the State
If you crave biscuits that taste like they were baked with sunlight and Southern patience, you are in the right place. Broad Street Baking Company & Cafe is a Jackson staple where flaky layers meet real butter and community buzz. You will smell the bread before you spot the sign...
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Comforting Food in a Welcoming Environment at Zea Rotisserie and Bar in Ridgeland
Zea Rotisserie and Bar is a regional chain based in Louisiana, and one of those kind of places that looks good, but which I had always avoided because it was a chain. But on the Friday after Thanksgiving, in the Jackson, Mississippi area, finding a place to meet for a lunch with friends and relatives proved difficult. Not only was our first choice closed for the day, but also our second choice. Being in the city of Ridgeland, just north of Jackson, Mississippi, the nearest choice to where we were was a location of Zea and when we called them they were open. So we went, and found them rather crowded.
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The Chicken Sandwich At This Restaurant In Mississippi Is So Good, You’ll Crave It All Year
Hidden in plain sight on a modest street in Amory, Mississippi, Bill’s Hamburgers serves a chicken sandwich so transcendent it defies logic that a place with “hamburgers” in its name could master poultry perfection. The unassuming brick building with its cheerful red and white striped awning has...
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Southern Living names two Mississippi diners among best in South
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Two Mississippi diners were recently designated by Southern Living among the region’s most reputable diners. Many of Mississippi’s best restaurants are often well-kept secrets among residents. However, the beloved nature of the Ajax Diner in Oxford and Brent’s Drugs in Jackson was noticed by writers at Southern Living magazine. Both were […]
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‘Dare To Dream’ play allows kids to learn about Dr. King
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Jackson celebrates MLK Day with parade
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Martin Luther King, Jr., Birthday Celebration Parade returned to Jackson on Saturday with a message of unity and purpose. Families lined the streets for the parade. There were bands and dance teams from across the city, while city leaders joined the crowd. U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.) was the grand […]
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Willy B’s Steakhouse Features Blue Plate Specials
BRANDON, Miss. (WLBT) - Willy B’s Steakhouse in Brandon visited Studio 3 with some of the lunch and dinner menu items!. We sampled redfish, catfish, and all of the sides!. Willy B’s Steakhouse is located at 1149 Old Fannin Rd, Suite 7. You can view the menu at willybsteakhouse.com/
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The African Children’s Choir Set to Perform at Freetrade Church of God in February
The African Children’s Choir will travel to Leake County and perform at Freetrade Church of God on Sunday, February 15 at 10:30 a.m. The concert is open to the public and free of charge. The church is located at 146 Hanna Rd. Carthage, MS 39051. About The African Children’s...