Because when I go to my favorite Mississippi eatery, I usually wish I had hidden a small sandbox shovel in my purse. Seriously, I could eat myself silly at Crave. And I am not alone in my estimation of this award-winning gem of a dessert destination.

A good way to make sure you get the best at the market that you can, is to visit a Mississippi certified farmers market. The state certifies each vendor to make sure they are growing or making what they are selling

As I sat outside this week and enjoyed Mississippi’s wonderful (and much cooler) weather, a pair of my hummingbird friends came to visit again. I rarely see them buzz around together, so this sight was a special treat – until I realized theirs was not a friendly pairing.