Mary

Author Deep South Dish Homestyle Southern Recipes, Recipe Developer, Food Blogger of Southern Cooking

[Mary @DeepSouthDish]

@DavidMora @tonychachere @LouisianaTravel Am I crazy or do I see a little of him in you??

[Paul White Gold Eagle @PaulGoldEagle]

Doing things the "old fashioned way " is usually best for our health.

[Robert St. John @robertstjohn]

For more than 70 years, this corner was where Gulfport gathered. We’re honored to carry that tradition forward at The Downtowner.

2429 14th St. • Gulfport, MS
Open daily, 7 AM–2 PM

#breakfast #newrestaurant #opening

[Mary @DeepSouthDish]

100% the BEST tomatoes!

[SWAMPIST @Swampist]

Summer in the South means tomato sandwiches

[Robert St. John @robertstjohn]

Someone once asked me, “What is there to do in Hattiesburg?”

This.

FestivalSouth’s America 250 celebration is another reminder that extraordinary things happen in our corner of Mississippi. Proud of this community. Hope you’ll join us.

#celebration #america #music

[Steak 'n Shake @SteaknShake]

On our MAHA journey, we have introduced the following:

100% grass-fed, grass-finished beef ✅

100% beef tallow fries ✅

100% beef tallow tots ✅

Grade A Wisconsin butter ✅

A2 whole milk ✅

Cane-sugar Coca-Cola ✅

Elimination of all microwaves ✅

And we are working on changing our buns!

We are committed to becoming seed-oil free, because we are committed to making fast food the best it can be.

[Robert St. John @robertstjohn]

Anybody can buy ingredients. We prefer to know the people who produce them.

The ranch on our gluten-free fried chicken salad starts with fresh buttermilk from Beeson Family Farms in Philadelphia, Mississippi, delivered straight to our back door several times a week.

Those relationships matter. They make for better food, stronger communities, and a salad you won’t find anywhere else in the country. It’s one of the highlights of our new lunch menu at Crescent City Grill.

Supporting local isn’t a trend around here. It’s the way we’ve always done business. And there’s more to come, including pastured poultry from Chef Nevil’s farm in Purvis. It doesn’t get much more local than that.

#supportlocal #local #ingredients

[Steak 'n Shake @SteaknShake]

Steak 'n Shake is celebrating National Hamburger Day. On May 28, 2026 wear or show ANY American Flag item (hat, shirt, pin, etc.) and score a FREE Double Steakburger. Valid in-store only. Limit 1 per person. Tag a friend to grab a bite!
🍔 🇺🇸 😋

[Mary @DeepSouthDish]

@WXXV25 Well… what happened?? 🤷‍♀️☹️

[Matt Devitt @MattDevittWX]

HUMMINGBIRD LOVERS GET READY! The great hummingbird migration has just started...with several sightings already along the Gulf Coast. You'll start to see even more into March across the Southeast and will continue to spread north through May. Get those hummingbird feeders out!

[Mary @DeepSouthDish]

Deep South Dish: Meatless Meal Ideas for Lent https://t.co/YGVrGPXwUx

[Mary @DeepSouthDish]

@LangmanVince 🤣

[Capt Kyle @CaptKylePatriot]

❄️1. Charge all phones, power banks, tablets, and rechargeable lanterns.

❄️2. Fill vehicle gas tanks in case stations lose power.

❄️3. Get cash in small bills in case card systems go down.

❄️4. Pick up prescriptions and essential medications early.

❄️5. Download movies, books, and maps for offline use.

❄️6. Identify one warm room in the house to “camp out” if power fails.

❄️7. Locate water shut-off valve and breaker box now, not later.

❄️8. Set fridge and freezer to colder settings to hold temperature longer.

WATER AND PIPE PROTECTION

❄️9. Drip faucets on exterior walls when temps drop below freezing.

❄️10. Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air circulation.

❄️11. Disconnect garden hoses from outdoor spigots.

❄️12. Cover outdoor faucets with insulated caps or towels.

❄️13. Know how to shut off water quickly if a pipe bursts.

❄️14. Fill jugs, buckets, or bathtub with water for flushing and washing.

FOOD AND KITCHEN PREP

❄️15. Keep 3–5 days of NO-COOK food like peanut butter, tuna, bread, crackers, canned meat, fruit cups, cereal.

❄️16. Have manual can opener available.

❄️17. Buy shelf-stable milk or powdered milk if needed.

❄️18. Freeze a few water bottles to act as freezer “ice packs.”

❄️19. Keep a cooler ready to move fridge food outside if power is out and temps are below freezing.

❄️20. Avoid stocking large amounts of perishables right before the storm.

❄️21. Gather extra blankets, sleeping bags, and warm layers.

❄️22. If using a fireplace, confirm chimney is clear and have dry wood.

❄️23. Never run generators or grills inside garages or homes.

❄️24. Test smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.

❄️25. Have at least one flashlight per person plus spare batteries.

❄️26. Use battery lanterns instead of candles when possible.

❄️27. Plan to avoid driving once freezing rain begins.

❄️28. Bridges, overpasses, and shaded roads freeze first.

❄️29. Keep in the car: blanket, water, snacks, phone charger, gloves.

❄️30. Replace old wiper blades and top off washer fluid.

❄️31. Park away from large tree limbs when possible.

❄️32. Assume flights and travel may be disrupted.

❄️33. Unplug sensitive electronics to avoid surge damage.

❄️34. Keep one battery radio or weather app for updates.

❄️35. Use surge protectors for TVs and computers.

❄️36. Know where warming centers may be in your area.

❄️37. Have extension cords ready if using a generator outside.

❄️38. Keep refrigerator closed to preserve cold air.

❄️39. Bring pets indoors with extra food and water.

❄️40. Provide outdoor animals with unfrozen water sources.

❄️41. Add straw or blankets to outdoor shelters.

❄️42. Keep leashes and carriers accessible in case of evacuation.

❄️43. Keep a written list of medications and dosages.

❄️44. Store a small first-aid kit with thermometer and basic meds.

❄️45. Have backup batteries for medical devices.

❄️46. Identify a place with power you could relocate to if needed.

❄️47. Move vehicles away from trees or power lines.

❄️48. Secure outdoor furniture and lightweight items.

❄️49. Avoid trimming trees during the storm, do it beforehand.

❄️50. Photograph property for insurance before conditions worsen.

❄️51. Do not drive unless absolutely necessary.

❄️52. Assume downed lines are live and dangerous.

❄️53. Use only safe indoor heating methods.

❄️54. Check on neighbors, especially elderly, by phone if possible.

❄️55. Report outages to utility companies rather than 911 unless it’s an emergency.

❄️56. Walk carefully, ice may refreeze overnight.

❄️57. Check pipes for leaks as temperatures rise.

❄️58. Throw out refrigerated food if above 40°F for more than 4 hours.

❄️59. Avoid DIY electrical repairs around downed lines.

❄️60. Be patient, restoring power after ice can take several days.

❄️A quarter inch of ice can bring scattered outages.

❄️Half an inch can cripple travel and power for days.

❄️Ice is more dangerous than snow for the Deep South.

@CaptKylePatriot

[Matt Van Swol @mattvanswol]

A lot of people have asked for a comprehensive preparedness list for the winter storm.

Feel free to bookmark this or share with friends, stay safe out there:

⛽️ Gas up every car (and top off any cans if you’ve got them)
💵 Pull cash — assume card readers go down
🔋 Charge everything: phones, battery packs, laptops, tool batteries
🔌 Make one “charging pile” with all cords so nobody’s hunting
🔦 Headlamp for every adult + flashlight for every kid
🏮 Lanterns for the main rooms (no candles… kids + candles = nope)
🔋 Fresh batteries in a big ziplock — label it

🏠 Pick ONE “warm room” right now (small room, easiest to heat)
🚪 Shut doors to the rest of the house
🧣 Blankets over windows at night + towels at the bottom of doors
🛏️ Drag mattresses/pads in there if you need to
🧤 Lay out clothes like it’s ski season: base layer + hoodie + coat + hat + thick socks
👟 Slippers/shoes indoors — cold floors will wreck you
🧦 Dry clothes only — damp socks = change them immediately

⚠️ Generator = OUTSIDE only (not garage, not “cracked door,” OUTSIDE)
🚨 CO alarms working on every floor, especially near bedrooms
🔌 Use outdoor-rated extension cords only — don’t run cords under rugs
🙅‍♂️ Don’t do any “dryer plug” stuff — not worth dying for
⛽️ Fuel stays OUTSIDE the house

✅ If you’re using a heater: only indoor-rated
🔥 Keep it away from blankets/curtains/kids
🌬️ Crack a window just a tiny bit
😴🚫 Never sleep with a flame heater on

💧 Water: plan 1 gallon per person per day minimum
🪣 Fill bathtub/buckets for flushing/washing
🚱 On a well? Assume ZERO water once power is out
🔧 Find the main water shutoff now (don’t wait)
🚰 When it’s brutally cold: let faucets drip (if water’s still on)
🧊 Open sink cabinets on outside walls
🧣 Wrap exposed pipes / cover outdoor spigots
🧯 Disconnect hoses

🥫 Food: buy 7 days of no-cook / easy stuff
🍞 Stock basics: PB, tuna, crackers, granola, soup, jerky, shelf milk, cereal
🗝️ Manual can opener
🍽️ Paper plates if you don’t want to burn water on dishes
❄️ Fridge/freezer: open it as little as possible
✅ Eat fridge first, then freezer, then pantry

💊 Refill prescriptions
🤒 Kids fever meds + thermometer + first-aid kit
⚡️ CPAP/nebulizer/anything critical: have a power plan
🧼 Baby wipes + sanitizer + trash bags
🪣 No water? Bucket toilet plan (bucket + bags + kitty litter)

🎲 Make a “kid station” in the warm room: books, coloring, cards, board games
🎬 Download movies ahead of time (airplane mode)
🚫 Clear rules: no touching heaters, no cords, no generator zone
🌙🏮 Lantern by hallway/bathroom at night
🧸 One comfort thing per kid in the warm room

📱 Phones: low power mode + dim screen
📝 Write down important numbers on paper
📞 Pick a check-in time with family/friends (morning + evening)

🚗❄️ Don’t drive unless you have to — ice will humble you fast
🧰 Car kit: blanket, flashlight, snacks, water, jumper pack
🚘⚠️ If you run the car for heat: clear the tailpipe and never in an enclosed space

✅ Every morning: quick safety sweep
🚨🔥 CO alarms good, heater clear, cords not hot
🌡️💧 Watch for leaks when things thaw
🤝 Check on neighbors if you can

🗑️ Toss sketchy food when power comes back
⚡️ Bring the house back online slowly (don’t flip everything at once)

[Matt Van Swol @mattvanswol]

A helpful tip just in case cell towers go down this weekend...

If you have an iPhone 14 or newer, you have access to Satellite Texting.

During Hurricane Helene, we lost cell signal for weeks, but were able to send a text via satellite to my parents, letting them know we were ok

[Mary @DeepSouthDish]

@ryanhallyall Glad I live on the Gulf Coast for this one, but check in with me for the heat & humidity whine in a few months. Be safe y'all!

[Mary @DeepSouthDish]

@Matt_Pinner I do and I love the way they cook, but they are getting a little heavy for me now, sadly.

[Mary @DeepSouthDish]

@Matt_Pinner 🙋‍♀️

[Mary @DeepSouthDish]

@rustyrockets I miss my little guy. He was with me 24/7 through so much. He passed recently at the age of 17. I’m terribly sorry for your loss of Bear. 🙏

[Mary @DeepSouthDish]

I watched the full B&W version (2 hr/9 min) on Prime & there was a colorized version too, but yes, there was an abridged version (1 hr/46 min) offered in my search too. I agree. Why even do that? 🤔

[Karli Bonne’ 🇺🇸 @KarluskaP]

I wonder why they thought it was necessary to cut a pivotal scene out of it’s a wonderful life!