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This James Beard Award-winning culinary history by Michael W. Twitty explores African American foodways and the complex racial history of the American South.

High on the Hog is a 2011 culinary history by Jessica B. Harris that explores the African roots of American soul food traditions.

Jubilee is a 2019 award-winning cookbook by Toni Tipton-Martin that presents recipes tracing the history of two centuries of African American cooking.

American novelist (1897–1962) and Nobel laureate (1949) whose stream-of-consciousness works set in fictional Yoknapatawpha County, Mississippi, include 'The Sound and the Fury' (1929).

Deep Run Roots is a 2016 cookbook by chef Vivian Howard that highlights the distinct ingredients and traditional dishes of Eastern North Carolina.

Heritage is a 2014 cookbook by Southern chef Sean Brock that celebrates the ingredients and culinary traditions of his Appalachian and Lowcountry roots.

John Herschel was a British astronomer who surveyed southern skies from South Africa in the 1830s and cataloged nebulae and clusters.

Missy Elliott is recognized as a highly innovative and influential figure in hip-hop music, known for her experimental production techniques, distinctive vocal style, and groundbreaking visual music videos that pushed creative boundaries throughout the late 1990s and 2000s.

Victuals is a 2016 cookbook by Ronni Lundy that explores the traditional foodways and recipes of the Appalachian region of the United States.

A Mint Julep is a bourbon-based cocktail traditionally served in a silver or pewter cup, characterized by muddled mint leaves, sugar, water, and crushed ice, creating a refreshing yet potent drink.

Peach cobbler is a baked dessert featuring sliced peaches simmered in a sweet syrup and topped with a biscuit or pastry dough that’s browned during baking, typically served warm.

Created by Jason Aaron and Jason Latour, this comic explores the violent, football-obsessed culture of Craw County, a fictional town in the American South.

UGK, formed in Houston, Texas, was a prominent Southern hip-hop duo known for their gritty, raw lyrics and distinctive vocal harmonies, significantly contributing to the rise of crunk music in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Kyushu, Japan's third largest island, features active volcanoes like Mount Aso and is known for its distinct culture blending influences from mainland Japan and the Korean peninsula.

Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., known professionally as Lil Wayne, rose to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s with his distinctive melodic flow and prolific output, becoming one of hip-hop’s most commercially successful and influential artists.

American novelist celebrated for the novella *Breakfast at Tiffany's* and his groundbreaking 1966 true crime novel *In Cold Blood*.

Banana pudding is a layered dessert typically consisting of vanilla custard, sliced bananas, and vanilla wafers, often served chilled and traditionally made with sweetened condensed milk.

Sochi, located on the Black Sea coast in Russia's Krasnodar Krai, hosted the 2014 Winter Olympics and is known for its subtropical climate and diverse landscape featuring mountains and beaches.

Milo’s Famous Sweet Tea is an American beverage brand known for its concentrated sweet tea syrup, designed to be mixed with cold water or ice for a refreshing, Southern-style iced tea experience.

Killer Mike, born Michael Render, is a prominent figure in Atlanta’s hip-hop scene, recognized for his politically charged lyrics and founding of the Good Kids Productions record label alongside fellow artists.

Sweet potato pie is a dense dessert traditionally made with mashed cooked sweet potatoes, spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a sugary custard base, often baked in a flaky pastry crust.

Emerging from Memphis, Tennessee in the early 1990s, Three 6 Mafia pioneered the subgenre of horrorcore hip hop, achieving mainstream success with dark themes and distinctive visual aesthetic through albums like “Iron Licken.”

The Coalsack Nebula is a large dark nebula near the Southern Cross, notable as one of the most prominent naked-eye dark clouds in the sky.

Nicki Minaj, born Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty, rose to prominence as a highly influential and commercially successful rapper known for her distinctive flow, elaborate stage personas, and significant impact on contemporary hip-hop music.

The Dark Doodad Nebula is Sandqvist 149, a Musca dark nebula catalogued in 1977 and nicknamed by Dennis di Cicco after a 1986 photograph.

Bun B, born Marshall Bruce Jaroe Jr., is a Houston-based rapper and producer who rose to prominence as a key member of the influential Southern hip-hop collective UGK, significantly shaping the sound of underground rap throughout the 90s and beyond.

Smoke & Pickles is a 2013 cookbook by chef Edward Lee that blends traditional Southern American barbecue techniques with Korean culinary flavors.

Pecan pie is a Southern U.S. dessert characterized by a sweet custard filling studded with toasted pecans, traditionally baked in a flaky pastry crust and often served warm.

Shaky Knees is a premier rock festival in Atlanta, showcasing both legendary acts and rising stars. The festival's focus on alternative and indie rock creates a vibrant atmosphere for music enthusiasts. Its convenient location and diverse lineup make it a popular destination.