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Features Editor’s Letter pg. 10 International Recipes pg. 13 Even if you can’t hop across an ocean, you can mentally transport yourself through these tasty dishes. Home How-to pg. 23 Our March issue introduced the Stropes and their journey to renovate a Mill Village house, and we caught up with them to see the progress made. World Travelers pg. 41 These two have a travel bucket list and they are checking it off one adventure at a time.

The Reid House • pg. 24

A home rooted deep in the Reid family sees new life as it’s been restored to a masterpiece.

San Francisco • pg. 32

Let this local’s perspective guide you in one of America’s favorite cities.

Rosemary Beach • pg. 43

Hitting 30A has become a trend for beach goers, and Rosemary Beach is the perfect family-friendly destination.

Water Valley • pg. 58

A short drive south of Oxford and you happen upon this quaint town filled with art and culture.

European Adventure • pg. 74

Top Attractions pg. 49 North Mississippi is filled with spots to fill your agenda for the ultimate stay-cation. Moonshine Hill pg. 63 A treehouse fit for adults surrounded by beautiful landscapes? You don’t have to tell us twice. Unclaimed Baggage pg. 67 One can benefit from another’s misfortune. Perfect example: this store of lost luggage gone unclaimed.

Staff photographer Lauren Wood tells us her hot spots for visiting London and Paris, based on a recent trip.

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Editor’s Letter

Warning: This issue will make you want to pack your bags and hit the road. It is packed with destinations at every distance, from down the road to across the Atlantic. At a minimum, you will want to visit the many attractions in driving distance. Thomas Simpson’s story on page 49 is a great starting point, though not all inclusive of everything our area has to offer. While you’re over in Oxford checking out Rowan Oak, you should venture down to Water Valley. Our story on this town captures the appeal and gives insight on why it has been covered on a national level (pg. 58). For those looking for a long weekend away, check out Moonshine Hill on page 63. It actually has a tree house for adults. I can’t get over it. If you haven’t planned your summer beach trip, take a look at Rosemary Beach and all the family-friendly activities it has to offer, complete with beautiful scenic views (pg. 43). I know it’s a big jump from the South, but if your budget allows, book a flight to San Francisco and make sure this issue is in your carry-on, because my friend and San Francisco resident Ali Ballard left no stone uncovered in her detailed guide to the musts for the city (pg. 32). And finally, as I’m writing this, the person who makes sure the photos in this magazine are top-notch is back at work, adjusting from jet-lag and making all of us jealous with her recollections of Paris and London. Check out Lauren’s favorite spots on page 74. No matter where you are in life, I hope this issue spurs you to get out of your everyday routine and experience something different.

If you have any thoughts about this issue, please email me at editor@mudandmag.com.

On the cover: North Mississippi native Ali Ballard packed a bag and made a home in San Francisco. It only seemed fitting to invite her to guide us through the city for our travel issue. Photo by Ali Ballard

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Directions: Wash the bulgar wheat and soak in water for 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and dry very well. Place the finely chopped vegetables, herbs and green onions in a bowl. Add the bulgar and season with salt. Mix gently. Add the lime juice and olive oil and mix again. Refrigerate for 30 minutes and serve with warm pita bread. INDIAN GARLIC NAAN Ingredients: 1 cup lukewarm water 2 teaspoon active dry yeast 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 cup lukewarm milk 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/3 cups whole wheat flour 2 1/2 tablespoons canola oil 1 teaspoon salt 2 garlic cloves grated to a paste + 4 cloves minced for topping salted butter for brushing Directions: In a large bowl, combine lukewarm water, sugar, and yeast. Let the mixture sit until foamy, approximately 10 minutes. Add lukewarm milk, all-purpose flour, wheat flour, canola oil, salt, and garlic paste. Mix, adding tablespoons of extra flour until the dough comes together. Knead for one minute in the bowl. If the dough feels too wet, add 1/2 tablespoon of flour. Coat the mixing bowl with a teaspoon of oil, place the dough back in, and roll in oil. Cover with plastic wrap and a kitchen towel and set aside in a warm area for 2 hours. After 2 hours, punch down risen dough and transfer it to a work surface like a wooden cutting board. Begin heating a cast-iron skillet. Add minced garlic and butter to a small bowl and heat in microwave just until melted. Divide dough into eight pieces. Roll out the dough pieces into large ovals or circles. Cooking one piece at a time, place naan in skillet. Cook for 2 minutes on each side or until bubbles appear, then flip with tongs. Remove naan with tongs, place on platter, and brush with garlic butter. Repeat until all eight pieces are cooked and coated. Serve immediately. MADELEINE COOKIES Ingredients: 2 eggs 2/3 cup sugar 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 6 tablespoons butter 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice

1/4 teaspoon lemon zest pinch of salt Madeleine cookie pan Powdered sugar (optional) Directions: Slightly beat the eggs in a bowl. Measure 1/4 cup of eggs into a bowl. Then beat in the sugar and the cup of flour. Add little more egg (a tablespoon at a time), if the batter is too dry. When thoroughly blended, set aside and let it rest for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a sauce pan, bring to a boil and let brown lightly. Set aside. Place 1 tablespoon of flour in a small bowl and blend in 1 1/2 tablespoons of the browned butter. Paint the Madeleine cups with the butter-flour mixture. Set aside. Stir the rest of the butter over ice until cool but liquid. Mix the butter with the last of the eggs along with salt, lemon rind and juice and vanilla. Add this mixture to the resting batter and stir well. Allow the batter to rest for 10 more minutes. If you want a big hump in the middle, which is a distinct characteristic of Madeleines, allow the batter to rest for one hour at room temperature or a couple of hours in the refrigerator. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Divide the batter into 24 lumps of a generous tablespoon each, and drop them into the Madeleine cups. Bake in the preheated oven until the cakes are slightly browned around the edges, humped in the middle, and slightly shrunk from the cups. Un-mold onto a rack. When cool, turn shell side up and dust with confectioners sugar for serving. (dusting is optional). They will keep in the refrigerator for a day or two in an airtight container. CARNITAS EMPANADAS Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1 cup water, divided 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 2 cups carnitas Directions: Add flour and salt to a food processor and mix until combined. Add the butter in small cubes and pulse until mixed throughout. Whisk one egg and add 1/2 cup of water. Continue pulsing and add the egg-water mixture in small increments until a clumpy dough forms. Remove the dough from the processor, halve, and create two balls. Flatten into disks. Roll out each disk into a thin sheet, about a quarter-inch thick. Cut round shapes using molds, a glass rim, or a saucer. Place the dough circles on a prepared baking sheet. To each circle, add a generous spoonful of carnitas and sprinkle with paprika 0n one side. Fold circle over the filling into a half-moon shape. Press seams with fingers to seal. Use a fork to further seal or use hands to roll edges over. Refrigerate empanadas for an hour. While refrigerating, preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Whisk the remaining egg and add the remaining 1/2 cup of water. Brush the mixture over the tops of the empanadas. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. M mudandmag.com

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hen Frances Reid passed four years ago, her family faced a difficult question: What do you do with a home that held countless memories of dinners, teas and showers for people in the Ripley community? For Elizabeth Reid Behm, the answer was clear. She would re-open The Reid House as a bed-and-breakfast and small event venue, preserving her grandmother’s legacy and creating one for herself. “The Reid House has been the centerpiece of our family for three generations,” Behm said. Reid was known locally for entertaining in her home, especially for her family, who came over every Sunday for dinner. “My grandmother was my best friend,” Behm said. “Everyone loved that woman.” Behm, an artist and designer by trade, also owns White Barn in downtown Ripley. The custom framing and home decor shop is located in the building that once housed Behm’s great-

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The Reid House has its own piece of Faulkner family history in its living room — a chair that once belonged to the Colonel himself. Behm “broke in” the new venue with a tea party for her 6-year-old daughter, Holland Pierce, just as her grandmother Frances would have. “She might roll over in her grave if she knew what I did to the wallpaper,” Behm said. “But I think she would be really happy to know that we are still hosting and entertaining in her home.” M Photos by Gina Morgan Photography

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ey Mud & Magnolias, (I say this with my best Southern accent because everyone in the Bay always wants to know where I am from)! My name is Ali Ballard. You might remember me from a past issue featuring the quirky stylings of my Joyner home. The interior was filled with thrift store finds hung gallery-style and shelves arranged with trinkets and souvenirs that I had collected from my travels. This past year, I made a decision to trade my knickknacks for a life that values experiences over possessions. I gave my mug collection to Britney Jean, a friend whom I knew would love it as much as I once did. Betty, the blue-haired doe I once thought would be along for the ride if I backpacked through America, now resides in my parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; garage. I packed a carry-on suitcase and bought a one-way ticket to San Francisco. You can read more about my travels and life here on my blog, www.pinecones2palmtrees.com. My niece came to visit me in San Francisco a few months ago. Madison, a 16-year-old junior at Saltillo High School, worked part time as a waitress and bought her own plane ticket to come visit me in my new city! I admire her work ethic and her sense of adventure, and I wanted her to experience the

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Places to Eat We Be Sushi - 538 Valencia St., in the Mission District: I like to order miso soup and the crunch roll. I’m not very brave when it comes to raw sushi, so I stick to the cooked kind. I first noticed this quaint restaurant as I was passing by one day. The inside is tiny and the room is filled with a red glow from the neon light that reads We Be Sushi. Orphan Andy’s - 3991 17th St., in the Castro: It is a 24/7 diner that serves an array of breakfast foods and various other fried foods. I love their burger and fries. Hot Cookie - 407 Castro St., in the Castro: Right around the corner from Orphan Andy’s, Hot Cookie serves fresh baked cookies, including some in naughty shapes. Cafe Révielle - 610 Long Bridge St., in Mission Bay near AT&T ballpark where the Giant’s play: This is my favorite place to eat brunch. They have hot cakes, breakfast hash, and fresh salads. Henry’s Hunan - 1398 Grant Ave., in North Beach: This restaurant was recommended to me by the checkout girl at City Lights Bookstore. I always order hot tea, spring rolls, vegetable fried rice, sweet and sour chicken, and Mongolian chicken. Across the street is a bar called Tupelo! Cafe International - 508 Haight St., in the Lower Haight: The atmosphere is very Bohemian. It is a coffee 38

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Must See Places Chinatown: San Francisco has the largest Chinatown in the country. It is filled with shops to buy souvenirs, places to eat and street performers. While in Chinatown, visit the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory on Ross Alley. You can stand in line and create your own fortunes to insert into freshly made Fortune Cookies. You can buy a whole bag for a couple of dollars. Watching the cookies being folded one by one is hypnotic. North Beach: This is the Italian neighborhood, with Italian flags decorating the street lights. Stop by Saints Peter and Paul Church, where Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio posed for photos after their city hall wedding in 1954. City Lights Bookstore: An independent bookstore made famous by the beatnik era. Jack Kerouac Alley: An alley that connects Grant and Columbus avenues in Chinatown. Kerouac was known to frequent the adjacent pub and bookstore (City Lights Bookstore). In 1988, the bookstore’s founder Lawrence Ferlinghetti proposed that the alley be transformed. Now, it’s known for its engraved poems from writers like John Steinbeck, Maya Angelou and, of course, Kerouac. Fisherman’s Wharf: Home to restaurants and other tourist attractions. Eat an all-American hot dog from a stand, ride the carousel and listen to the sea lions bark on Pier 39. Ghiradelli Square: When you enter the front door, you get a free piece of chocolate! You might have to stand in line a little while for ice cream, but it’s worth it if you get hot fudge on top. Haight-Ashbury: The historic hippie district. You might find murals of Janice Joplin or Jimi Hendrix in this area. The shops are filled with tie-dye jumpsuits and woven hoodies. The Goodwill in this neighborhood is my favorite! The vintage shops have the most beautiful items. If you’re a vinyl collector, stop by Amoeba Records. The Painted Ladies: These famous houses are located on Steiner Street across from Alamo Square Park. Tourists flood the park to have their photo made in front of the homes featured during the title sequence on the popular television show “Full House.” Golden Gate Bridge: I suggest renting a bike and riding across the bridge. If you want to skip the bike ride and just want your photo taken, stop at the Visitor’s Center for a nice view of the bridge.

Valencia Street in the Mission: I love to walk this street and look at all of the shops. There is a pirate store that is really interesting. Also, Dandelion Chocolate factory is there if you want to stop for a yummy hot chocolate with homemade marshmallows. My friend, Mr. Brandy, plays on Valencia Street in front of Clarion Alley at night. He lives in and plays piano from inside his van. He is one of my favorite people I have met while living in San Francisco. Clarion Alley in the Mission: This alley is filled with brightly painted political murals. Sometimes artist will have their garage doors open and you can purchase art work. Castro Theatre: When you visit the theater, know that this is the real San Francisco treat (not Rice-a-roni). a pipe organist will be raised from the orchestra to play some fun melodies such as “Singing in the Rain.” When he is finished, he will be lowered back into the orchestra and the curtain is drawn for a dramatic effect before the film begins. Mosaic Stair Case: On 16th and Moraga, you will find a staircase that extends from the ocean all the way to the sky! If you go at sunset, you can watch the San Francisco bay swallow the sun. If it’s foggy, be sure to bring a scarf and jacket because it can be windy at the top! Seward Street Slides: There is cardboard at the bottom of the slides. This is a hidden attraction that is fun for kids and adults! Marin Headlands: A beautiful place to watch the sunset over Golden Gate Bridge.

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Where to stay The Pearl: Located in Rosemary Beach’s downtown area, The Pearl hotel is steps away from everything the community has to offer. Walk down the sidewalk for food and shopping or out onto the lush lawn for a picnic. The beach is just across the grass and down the boardwalk. Enjoy complimentary sparkling wine at check-in, an adults-only outdoor pool and a full-service spa. The Havana Beach Bar & Grill located inside The Pearl serves handcrafted cocktails and dishes that celebrate the offerings of the coast, sourced within 100 miles of Rosemary

Beach. Locals can dine inside the restaurant or in the rooftop lounge; guests can have dinner delivered directly to their suites. As if the amenities were not enough, The Pearl is easily the most eye-catching building on the square. In keeping with the architecture of the surrounding buildings, the hotel exudes old-world charm, but a step inside reveals modern art and furnishings. The black and white color scheme found in its logo and its iconic awnings is as timeless as a trip to the beach. The Rosemary Beach Inn: Just across the street from The Pearl is The Rosemary Beach Inn. The boutique hotel has 11 rooms, varying in size to suit different budgets. On the first floor is Summer Kitchen Cafe, the first commercial business to open in Rosemary Beach. It is a cozy and casual spot serving three meals a day, plus beer and wine. Similar to The Pearl, you will find a stark contrast in the inn’s cheery salmon-hued stucco exterior and its chic, airy interiors. Rooms are stylishly decorated with well-placed windows and pops of indigo against stark white walls and linens. AirBnb, HomeAway, VRBO: You will find several rentals on these websites as well if you prefer a more private experience.

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Outdoor Spaces: The pristine shores of Rosemary Beach are enough to keep a family occupied for days. Greens surrounding the square are perfect for picnics and late-afternoon playtime. Rent bikes or bring your own for a scenic ride through neighboring communities.

La Crema: La Crema specializes in a unique (or genius) combination: chocolate and tapas. On the savory side, you will find dishes like serrano wrapped figs, lamb lollipops with rosemary and lobster tail over asparagus. For dessert or a midday treat, La Crema serves all things chocolate, including chocolate dipped bacon, chocolate soup and peanut butter and chocolate fondue. Restaurant Paradis: Restaurant Paradis prides itself on having “the finest libations and the freshest cuisine.” Fine dining meets coastal with a selection of high-quality seafood and steaks. Pair with an in-house infused liquor for the full experience. Enjoy your meal in the elegant dining room, on the rustic patio or in the casual lounge. 46

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The Hidden Lantern Bookstore: The Hidden Lantern Bookstore is the ideal rainy day escape. The interior features everything you want in a bookstore — wooden shelving, comfortable seating and plenty of titles to peruse. SEA Contemporary Art Space: SEA is a gallery of contemporary art. You will find pieces from across the country and across the world in this carefully curated space. Stop by to browse before dinner or take a piece home to commemorate your time at Rosemary Beach. M Photos submitted.

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In the city of Corinth, travelers can stop by the city’s Interpretive Center and find the site of the historic Civil War battle of Shiloh. There are several statues and exhibits scattered throughout the park, which reaches all the way across the Tennessee border. The park also plans to host several events during the 2017 year. “We have ranger programs from May to September, teacher workshops and a to-be-determined concert series planned this summer,” supervisor and park ranger Ashley Berry said. “On September 30, we will hold a large scale living history event where men will perform a living history show, not a reenactment, to show how everything happened during the battle. For those interested in the history of the South, the Interpretive Center is the first stop to Shiloh.” For more information, visit https://www.nps.gov/shil/learn/historyculture/corinth.htm.

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BankPlus Amphitheater In Southaven, just south of Memphis, concert fans can catch a show at the largest outdoor venue in North Mississippi. The BankPlus Amphitheater, which opened in 2006, has hosted the likes of Dave Matthews Band, Kenny Chesney, Alice in Chains, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Blues Traveler, Eric Church, Sugarland and Miranda Lambert. The venue normally hosts country and classic rock acts and seats close to 12,000, with 4,400 reserved seats and an elevated, trimly kept lawn that can hold an additional 7,000. “The venue is up close and personal where the seats are right up to the stage,” director of marketing Andy Hamm said. “It is in an ideal setting with the nearby Snowden baseball complex in our backyard along with great food options and Memphis just five minutes north.” Chris Stapleton, Journey and Better than Ezra are a few of the acts the amphitheater is hosting this year. The venue also plans to have full coverage wife and expanded seating within the next year or so, Hamm said. “There aren’t enough big, live music venues in Mississippi,” he said. “The amphitheater gives you that experience.” For the venue’s 2017 schedule, visit http://bankplusamphitheater.com/.

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Amory Regional Museum In 1974, the Amory Bicentennial Committee bought an old, worn down building from the city of Amory for $10. The citizens of the city donated $50 thousand to the cause and, on June 27, 1976, the Amory Regional Museum was dedicated. “We are in our 41st year and are working on the bicentennial project,” director Bo Miller said. “We have several different exhibits like a rail car permanently attached and a Chickasaw canoe dating back to the 17th or 18th century.” The museum also has a cotton gin, picture, military and medical room with several different artifacts from the area. Admission to the museum is free as well. “It is very family friendly,” Miller said. “I like to think we have something for everybody.” Visit the museum’s Facebook page at https://m.facebook.com/Amory-RegionalMuseum-309704629781/ for more information.

While many museums people find throughout the country focus on events in history, there are others you can find that focus on a theme. In the city of Iuka, there is an antique store-turned museum that centers around a peculiar theme – aprons. Director Carolyn Terry has a collection of aprons that she has gathered over the years, from the hard times flour-sack work aprons to Coca-Cola, barbeque and even a pressman’s apron. “It is the only public display of aprons you will find in the country,” Terry said. “The museum started out as an antiques and apron shop, but visitors were intrigued at the number of aprons we had.” Today, Terry has close to 4,000 different aprons that represent the art, fashion and history of the eras the aprons were popular in. “People come in here and are just amazed at the colors and designs of the aprons,” Terry said. “They are all from the United States, not foreign countries, because I wanted to display authentic aprons.” For pictures and information, visit the museum’s Facebook page at https://m.facebook.com/ ApronMuseum/.

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If you are traveling down I-22, take exit 30 and head north to find another piece of Mississippi history. The Marshall County Historic Museum devotes its exhibits to the history of Marshall County and Holly Springs, including Civil War-era artifacts, Victorian children’s books, quilts and an 1878 Yellow Fever epidemic room, among other things. “There are also some Kate Freeman Clark paintings throughout the museum,” director Meredith Gray said. “We are in the process of creating a room towards her which will include never before seen sketches and clothing.” The museum is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for kids. “This is a sensibly located museum in the heart of Holly Springs,” Gray said. “We just want to provide a place that contains a lot of history where we preserve, protect and promote that history.” For more information, visit their website at http://www.marshallcountymuseum.com/.

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Rowan Oak (pictured on page 55) Oxford is best known for the home of the University of Mississippi. Located just near the campus, travelers can find the family home of Nobel Prize laureate William Faulkner. Faulkner, who moved his family into the home from 1930, lived in the Antebellum-style home until 1962, his death. In 1972, his daughter, Jill, sold the house to the university to secure it as a place for people worldwide to learn more about the award-winning author. “The home is mostly dedicated to the memory and literary achievements of Faulkner,” curator William Grissith said. “When you come here, you can see his home and view the many different rooms. There are also several interpretive panels with interesting facts and information on the family.” Visitors can also walk the grounds of the property and visit the nature trail, where Faulkner drew inspiration for his writing. Admission is $5, but kids 12 and under and University of Mississippi students get in free. For more information, search http://www.rowanoak.com/.

The Tanglefoot Trail is a 40-plus mile biking trail that stretches in the center of North Mississippi. In downtown New Albany right off of Bankhead Street, locals stop by the Trailhead Plaza and grab a bite to eat, shop at the local vendors or take a stroll on the trail. “The trail was originally asphalt, which caused a drainage problem in the city,” director of tourism Sean Johnson said. “The Trailhead Plaza, finished in 2014, was built to replace that asphalt and give the downtown area a focal point, where it has become the centerpiece of the town.” The plaza is the start of the Tanglefoot Trail and is in the center of the New Albany’s favorite restaurants and shopping, including Sugaree’s bakery, a local favorite. “The plaza has become the centerpiece of the town,” Johnson said. “It is the perfect stop for anyone coming on or off the trail.”

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In West Point, just north of Starkville, there is a mansion, originally built as a cotton gin in 1852 by General George Hampton Young that houses antiques gathered throughout the years. Robert Snow, a railroad worker and antique dealer, and his wife, Donna, bought the mansion in the spring of 1962 and turned it into their home. Soon, the couple started giving tours of the house to show the exquisite architecture and history of the mansion. “For $10 – age 6 and under have no charge – you can tour the mansion and see everything Young and the snows kept,” tour guide Jimmy Denning said. “There are artifacts dating back to the 19th century. There is also a garden outside with peacocks and peahens, and one of the largest and oldest magnolia trees in the state.” The name Waverley Mansion comes from the Waverley Novels by Sir Walter Scott, which included characters like Robin Hood. Donna and Robert both have passed away, with Robert’s death coming in March, but Denning believes the impact the couple left behind is still felt. “If you want to see the history of the Old South, this is the place to do it,” Denning said. “Rob and Donna did an excellent job of promoting and preserving that history here.”

Bulldog Burger Co. Some of the best dining and cuisine can be found in Starkville, home of Mississippi State University. Bulldog Burger Company, which opened last February, has become a staple to students and locals in the area. The restaurant serves gourmet burgers, salads and the chicken sandwich, a local favorite. It also offers handmade milkshakes and bread pudding made out of Shipley’s donuts. “We are probably one of the most family-friendly restaurants in the area,” manager William Goss said. “We are a lunch-dinner chain where you can walk in and out without spending more than $15.” For a look at the menu, visit their website at www.bulldogburgerco.com. M

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Water Valley Whether you’re planning a day trip or an entire weekend in Yalobusha County, Water Valley has much to offer travelers to the fair hamlet. Fewer than 20 miles from Oxford, Mississippi, the historic railroad town has come into its own as a destination, attracting the eclectic for dining, shopping and fun over the past decade. By W. Derek Russell

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Turnage Drugstore: Traveling to the past may not be possible, but with Turnage Drugstore, walking inside is like taking a step back in time. The locally owned store is a fourth-generation family business that has been serving Water Valley residents since 1905. Whether you’re looking to fill your prescription, find that perfect wedding or baby shower gift or just want to enjoy a classic milkshake or ice cream float at the bar, Turnage is your place to turn. Owner Binnie Turnage says he owes the 112-year legacy of the shop to the grace of God and his loyal customers. “My dad used to say that all we really have is service,” Turnage said. “Every drugstore has the same medicines. We just want to serve the Lord and serve the people. We’re accessible and available. If somebody has a sick child at midnight, we

Rip It Up: Whether you’re looking for a hip chair from 1976 or a classic piece of vinyl music, Rip it Up, located on Main Street in Water Valley, has just about anything you would want from a retro, vintage store – and more. “I’ve always loved vintage stuff and I think people enjoy looking for deals and finding cool things,” said Braden Sheldon, one of the store’s partnership owners. From classic clothing to books and toys, Rip it Up has a little of everything. “If I didn’t work here with all this stuff, I’d be a hoarder because I’d be compelled to get all these great items,” Sheldon said. “It feels better selling it and being amongst it.” Visit Rip it Up on Facebook for photos and updates about what the store has for sale.

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Dining

You’ll have no problem finding amazing food while visiting Water Valley. The real trouble will be deciding where to dine, as each local restaurant has its own special style. Crawdad Hole: Live music and the best seafood in town is more than enough reason to visit the Crawdad Hole, but the establishment has way more to offer. Don’t call it a “hole in the wall” until you’ve tried a pound of their crab legs or their signature grilled oysters. And, of course, be sure to sample their crawdads. The atmosphere is as fulfilling as the menu. Hometown Pizza Cafe: Pizza? Check. Pasta? Check. Wings? Check. Mississippi-brewed beer? Double check. Hometown Pizza Cafe, located in the heart of Main Street, offers all that and more. Enjoy lunch with the bay windows rolled up or stop by for live music on the weekends that is sure to add ambiance to a flavorful menu. B.T.C. Old-Fashioned Grocery: “Relentlessly good food” is how B.T.C. Grocery co-owner Alexe Van Beuren describes the menu and offerings of the local eatery and store, and it couldn’t be more true. “I have such an interesting menu,” said co-owner and chef Dixie Grimes. “It’s a little bit fine-dining, a little bit of various countries thrown in and a little bit country.” “I don’t think there’s many places that have a fried plantain sandwich and a plate lunch,” said Van Beuren. “On the grocery side, we do a very good job of carrying local farmer items like carrots and beets straight out of the garden, glass-bottled milk and local eggs and ice cream. The stuff you want to have in your fridge on a regular basis. We have exceptional food here all around.” Van Beuren said summer brings an amazing variety of produce from local farmers. “I have the freedom here to cook pretty much anything I want to cook,” Grimes said. “And our locals here and the community are very open to that. We’re super adventurous. Ninety-five percent of everything that comes out of my kitchen is from scratch, because that’s the way I was trained.”

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Whether you’re getting the fried bologna sandwich or the Lola burger, make sure you add the signature dipping sauces to your order for your fries or onion rings. B.B.’s Diner: Whether you’re looking for a good oldfashioned hamburger, a hardy plate lunch or homemade desserts, B.B.’s Diner at 411 Martin St., offers homestyle cooking with a smile. Give them a call at (662) 561-2925 for their daily menu and enjoy their signature fried chicken. Entertainment They say if it’s happening in Water Valley, it’s happening on Main Street. Here are a few things to be on the lookout for while you’re inside the city limits. Watermelon Festival: The annual Watermelon Festival in August offers a getaway for melon-heads everywhere. From a classic car show to live music, fireworks to dancing, each year is a hallmark for the event since 1980. Be sure to visit all the arts and crafts vendors and stay on hand for the award of biggest watermelon. There’s something for everyone. Yalobusha Brewing Company: One of the true must-visits of Water Valley is the Yalobusha Brewing Company, a true jewel of the town. It’s the first brewery between Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and Memphis, Tennessee, since the prohibition age. Stop by on weekends for a tour of some of the locally brewed favorites that come out of Yalobusha, and stay for the music and mingling. Find Yalobusha Brewing Company on Facebook to find out what’s coming up next at the establishment. Bozarts Gallery: Offering local and regional artists a chance to showcase their work on a rotating basis, Bozarts Gallery is currently featuring the work of Water Valley-resident and professional photographer Jack Gurner through June. His “On the Street: Memphis 1978 - 1983” exhibit gives a look at a golden age of time in Memphis, Tennessee. Visit bozartgallery. com for gallery hours and details. Photos by Lauren Wood

Yalo Studio and Gallery: A working artists’ studio and gallery, Yalo is located on Main Street and offers work-oncommission projects from the owning artists as well as an assortment of work from various artists around the country. Find Yalo Studio and Gallery on Facebook for a look at what’s coming soon to the mixed-media establishment. Foster Music and Arts: Head away from the downtown area to find the Melonvine Marketplace and the Old School Theater, a concert venue dedicated to cultivating some of the best music in town and the surrounding area. Dates are still being added for the summer, so visit Foster Music and Arts on Facebook or call (662) 473-7143 for more information.

See the Sights City Park and Oak Hill Cemetery: Take a stroll through the grandeur of City Park with a walking path and a beautiful gazebo, or visit one of the highest points of Water Valley, Oak Hil Cemetery. The graveyard holds a lot of history as well as beauty with some of the oldest headstones in the state. A majestic afternoon walk through the cemetery adds to the appreciation of the town and its former residents. Casey Jones Railroad Museum: Nestled 323 miles from New Orleans and 589 miles from Chicago, Water Valley once thrived as a railroad town. The former Illinois Central Railroad Depot that got people where they needed to go is now a thriving museum honoring the station’s namesake, engineer Casey Jones. It’s said the IICR’s southbound passenger train No. 1 was scheduled to leave Memphis, Tennessee, on the night of April 29, 1900. Jones was onboard and crashed into train No. 84 near Vaughan, Mississippi, where Jones was fatally wounded. Inside the museum, you’ll find artifacts from the wreck at Vaughan, as well as memorabilia from one of Water Valley’s most famous sons, Casey Jones. These are just a few of the many offerings Water Valley holds. For even more, contact the Chamber of Commerce at (662) 473-1122. M mudandmag.com

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Moonshine Hill

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oonshine Hill encompasses 21 private wooded acres in the Leiper’s Fork community of Franklin, Tenn. The property features a two-bedroom cottage, treehouse, cedar twig pavilion, log cabin, a firepit, a wood burning fireplace, a pond and a garden with seasonal vegetables to be harvested and eaten by guests. A reservation at Moonshine Hill gets you (and up to five guests) the run of the place. Bonus: your furry family members are welcome, too. Ann Johnson, the original owner, built her paradise from the ground up, starting with a dilapidated shack on a priceless piece of land. In July, she sold to Richard and Gloria Broming, with full confidence that they would preserve the magic of Moonshine Hill. They plan to do even more by bringing their farm-to-fork expertise with them all the way from Laguna Beach, California. Moonshine Hill Inn’s self-described “hillbilly opulence” has earned it a spot in Harper’s Bazaar’s Top 10 Bed & Breakfasts Across the Country and other accolades. The interiors are well appointed with rustic wood paneling, modern creature comforts and a heavy dose of Southern charm. Details are everything, from the flour sack pillows lining the couches in the cedar twig pavilion to the Americana Music Triangle Mural painted by John Turner in the Moonshine Still room. The mural — and triangle — actually highlights both Nashville and Tupelo, linking our area with the stately Moonshine Hill Inn. In Leiper’s Fork, enjoy live music, Southern cuisine and curated shops, or drive into Nashville for the day; or stay put at Moonshine Hill and enjoy the breathtaking views and warm fires. M

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Unclaimed Baggage

By Carmen Cristo

ost luggage is a fact of life. Airlines try for months to reunite passengers with their belongings. If that is unsuccessful, claims are paid and flyers are left to replace their lost goods. Where does it all go — the headphones, straw hats, bikinis, cameras, clothes? It might turn up in the most unlikely of places, a small town in northeast Alabama called Scottsboro. Scottsboro, Alabama, has made it into national publications like The New York Times, The Huffington Post and Vogue all because of the Unclaimed Baggage Center. Brenda Cantrell, brand ambassador, calls the UBC’s backstory the perfect example of “the great American dream.”

In 1970, Doyle Owens, a part-time insurance salesman, drove up to Washington, D.C., to purchase his first set of unclaimed bags from a bus line. He started his business with a $300 loan from one grandfather, a truck from the other, and his bride, Sue, riding shotgun on the trips. Doyle and Sue repaired and laundered the items found in the suitcases and then presented them for sale to the public in a small rental house. The UBC is still purchasing unclaimed baggage — and freight and cargo — sight unseen and making it available to the public. Cantrell said a frequently asked question is, “Why Scottsboro?” No one knew then the UBC would one day reside in a 40,000-square-foot building, with upwards of 5,000 pieces of merchandise coming in daily or that it would be a shopping

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destination that would attract visitors from more than 40 different countries each month. “There’s something special about being in a quaint, small town, and people having to make a trek to get here,” said Cantrell. “It’s a little more road-trip worthy.” Approximately 1 million people walk through the doors of the UBC each year, some regulars from right down the road and some from across the country and the world. There are deals to be had in Scottsboro, but many come for the experience. In 47 years of unpacking strangers’ suitcases, many oddities have been found, and the most peculiar are on display at the UBC Museum and mounted at the top of the walls in the retail center, including full suits of armor, Chinese dragon kites and taxidermied animals. It’s all in a day’s work for UBC employees like Cantrell, who has been an employee for

19 years. “I had been working there for around five years when a bracelet came to my desk that had 25 carats of diamonds on it,” she said. “Since then, nothing has surprised me.” At 2:30 p.m. each day, a customer is selected to unpack a suitcase, revealing the treasures — or trash — inside. The bulk of what’s sold isn’t oddities like those found in the museum, but everyday items like clothing and small electronics. What doesn’t meet UBC standards is thrown away or donated to causes like The Salvation Army, Lions Club, medical mission teams, local schools and charities. Their donations account for around one-third of the items that make their way to the facility. Items that are chosen for the sales floor are cleaned — clothes are laundered and electronics are wiped of information.

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Everyone’s favorite UBC story is about a pair of long-lost skis and their fateful return to their rightful owner. “Every November, we have our annual ski sale. We have people who camp out and we have several hundred people at the store before it opens that day. This particular man was shopping in the store after the ski sale and saw a pair of ski boots he thought his wife would enjoy. They were her style and looked to be her size, so he just bought them for $45 and took them home to the Atlanta area where they lived. When she saw them, she said they looked familiar. She looked in the tongue and there was her maiden name,” Cantrell said. “She had lost the boots a couple years before and had been reimbursed by her airline, and they had ended up with us.”

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In addition to the ski sale, other big-ticket items visitors make the trek for are designer clothes, shoes, and handbags; musical instruments; jewelry; and art. Prices are 20 to 80 percent off retail, depending on the condition of the item. Whether you visit for the deals or to track down your favorite concert tee that you lost on a flight to California, the Unclaimed Baggage Center will not disappoint. Even if you leave empty-handed, the experience of sifting through orphaned goods of unknowing strangers is one you won’t soon forget. M Photos submitted

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European Adventure Staff photographer Lauren Wood jet-setted across the Atlantic and landed in Paris. From there, she went to London and here are her favorite spots from the trip. Paris Cimetière du Père-Lachaise: Oscar Wilde, Marcel Proust, Molière, Édith Piaf and Jim Morrison are a few of the million people buried in the largest cemetery in the city. Some plots are simple, but others are large, beautifully ornate tombs. Sacré-Cœur: We were bummed we didn’t check out this Roman Catholic church and the surrounding Montmartre neighborhood sooner! It was absolutely stunning, and as you climb through Square Louise Michel to the church, you get the best views of the city below. A. Lacroix Pâtissier: I had a food bucket list when I was in Paris which included macarons, crepes, baguettes, croissants, cheese, etc. and this place helped me cross ‘pastry’ off the list! It’s owned by an American and her French husband, and the atmosphere is cozy and the food is delicious.

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London Borough Market: We loved this place so much we went back for a second helping! This open-air market is open six days a week (seven in December) and sells fresh fruits and vegetables, cheeses, meats, and ready-to-eat foods. Grab a bite and walk around to check out all the booths! Afternoon tea: There are so many places that offer afternoon tea, but we ended up choosing The Swan at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. It was hands-down our favorite meal of the trip! We chose a breakfast blend tea, and had a spread of sandwiches, scones and small pastry desserts. Yum! Buckingham Palace: You probably won’t get a sighting of Her Royal Majesty, but be sure to check out the Changing of the Guard at the palace. Check the calendar before you go as it varies by month, and if you want a good view get there early! We arrived around 11 a.m. and had a pretty good view of the guards riding in.

Notable: Palais-Royal and Shakespeare and Company

Cahoots bar: It’s a bar themed as an Underground subway station post WWII, and it does an amazing job at keeping to its theme! The menu, printed as a newspaper, is very large and there are tons of original drinks. I tried the ‘Keep Marm and Carry On’ drink, which was served in a tea cup with a biscuit cookie. Just be sure to make a reservation!

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