Southern Lady July/August 2021

Endless hours of sunlight and bright azure skies beckon us to enjoy summer’s delights and cast aside our woes. In this issue, we’ve captured the best of this lively yet carefree season with plenty of dynamic entertaining ideas for both inside and out—from bold interiors to vibrant tablescapes brimming with animated floral arrangements and equally colorful bounty. Find menus for a fanciful poolside supper composed of nostalgic Southern favorites as well as a meal that highlights the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean. You’ll love our lineup of sweet and savory mango dishes, and this issue’s Keepsakes will help you put your antique tomato servers to good use this season. From wherever you might be, travel with us to a pair of stunning garden sanctuaries in Austin, Texas; experience the Americana charm of Franklin, Tennessee; and discover the next stop in our Historic Landmark series: the Old Courthouse Museum in Monroeville, Alabama, made famous by Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. We hope our pages inspire you to revel in these long, laid-back days!