Food & Drink

Food & Drink | Robert St. John •

February 2, 2026

Taproots

Robert St. John says sometimes we’re too hard on Mississippi. We know the flaws. We’ve lived with them. But we can’t see the forest for the pine trees, as they say.

Food & Drink | Susan Marquez •

January 30, 2026

March of the Mayors to benefit Mississippians through Extra Table

The March of the Mayors is one of the many endeavors Extra Table undertakes throughout the year to supply much-needed healthy food to pantry and soup kitchen partners around the state.

Food & Drink | Meredith Biesinger •

January 29, 2026

Sweet tradition: Inside the Mississippi legacy of Paul’s Pastry

Every year, Paul’s Pastry Shop receives orders from all over the country, including North Pole, Alaska—proof that even the coldest corners of the country could use a little Mississippi warmth, preferably wrapped in icing and sprinkles.

Food & Drink | Robert St. John •

January 26, 2026

The best thing that ever happened to me

Robert St. John says 43 years ago, he was racing toward oblivion with his headlights off. Today, he can see the road.

Food & Drink | Meredith Biesinger •

January 22, 2026

The Case of the Dining Detectives: A Mississippi food story with a twist

The reviews themselves read like case files, each one documenting an investigation into flavor, service, atmosphere, and overall experience. From white-linen dining rooms to hole-in-the-wall gems, no place is off limits.

Food & Drink | Marilyn Tinnin •

January 21, 2026

Accidental Celebrity: Stafford Shurden of Drew, Mississippi

Move over, Archie. You may have to share a “Welcome to Drew” billboard with Stafford Shurden very soon.

Food & Drink | Robert St. John •

January 19, 2026

Tea, over time

Robert St. John says some drinks come and go. Trends pass through fast and leave just as quickly. Iced tea never left.

Food & Drink | Susan Marquez •

January 15, 2026

Last trip to Crechale’s

Owner Bob Crechale passed away on Christmas Eve. The family restaurant will be closing its doors for the final time on February 15.

Food & Drink | Robert St. John •

January 12, 2026

Mardi Gras in the Hub City

Robert St. John talks Carnival. He says king cakes are subjective. Everyone has an opinion. He has several strong ones.

Food & Drink | Robert St. John •

January 5, 2026

Robert St. John’s Top 10 meals of 2025

St. John says this year was a bit of an outlier, as you’ll see when you get to number one.

Food & Drink | Susan Marquez •

January 1, 2026

It is possible to eat healthy in Mississippi

Eating healthy requires an intentional effort, and without much effort, it’s easy to find resources and initiatives around the state to help consumers make informed choices about their food and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Food & Drink | Robert St. John •

December 29, 2025

Showing up for Christmas

Robert St. John says Christmas in the restaurant business carries a different kind of energy.

News

News | Kristin M. Hall, Associated Press •

August 25, 2026

Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations, dies at 80

News | Jeremy Pittari •

August 25, 2026

Mississippi foster home focused on hard to place youth receives $3.4 million renovation grant

News | Clara Turnage •

August 25, 2026

Telehealth coaching helps rural patients take charge of diabetes care

Business

Business | Cass Rutledge •

August 20, 2026

Solero Technologies announces $14 million expansion in Water Valley

Business | Frank Corder •

August 18, 2026

New Director coming to Port Pascagoula

Business | Frank Corder •

August 18, 2026

Marathon Cheese expanding in Booneville, creating 39 jobs

Culture

Culture | Meredith Biesinger •

August 25, 2026

Where Mississippi public education began: The 200-year story of Franklin Academy

Culture | Alistair Begg •

August 25, 2026

We all worship something

Culture | Brett Martel, Associated Press •

August 24, 2026

Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss welcomes pressure that comes with fame and aims to refine his game

Opinion

Opinion | Roger Wicker •

August 21, 2026

Amtrak’s Mardi Gras line boosts jobs, tourism

Opinion | Sid Salter •

August 19, 2026

Shades of Skynet? State’s measured approach to AI policy development was wise plan

Opinion | Shaun Yurtkuran •

August 17, 2026

Food & Drink

Taproots

March of the Mayors to benefit Mississippians through Extra Table

Sweet tradition: Inside the Mississippi legacy of Paul’s Pastry

The best thing that ever happened to me

The Case of the Dining Detectives: A Mississippi food story with a twist

Accidental Celebrity: Stafford Shurden of Drew, Mississippi

Tea, over time

Last trip to Crechale’s

Mardi Gras in the Hub City

Robert St. John’s Top 10 meals of 2025

It is possible to eat healthy in Mississippi

Showing up for Christmas

News

Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations, dies at 80

Mississippi foster home focused on hard to place youth receives $3.4 million renovation grant

Telehealth coaching helps rural patients take charge of diabetes care

Business

Solero Technologies announces $14 million expansion in Water Valley

New Director coming to Port Pascagoula

Marathon Cheese expanding in Booneville, creating 39 jobs

Culture

Where Mississippi public education began: The 200-year story of Franklin Academy

We all worship something

Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss welcomes pressure that comes with fame and aims to refine his game

Opinion

Amtrak’s Mardi Gras line boosts jobs, tourism

Shades of Skynet? State’s measured approach to AI policy development was wise plan

The Mississippi that welcomed my family

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