Kara’s Bites & Sights
Kara’s Bites & Sights: Worried about the economy? Make your own fast food/takeout favorites
By Kara Kimbrough Disclaimer: I’m a big supporter of restaurants. I enjoy visiting and writing about them, especially family-owned ones. And on occasion, I frequent fast food places. But as you’ve...
Kara’s Sights and Bites: Dine al fresco whenever the mood strikes…and the weather allows
By Kara Kimbrough Memorial Day marked the official start of summer and that means it's time to enjoy the great outdoors. An easy way to do that is to dine al fresco, or outdoors, as often as...
Kara’s Sights and Bites: A hidden oasis for camping, hiking and relaxing is closer than you think
By Kara Kimbrough The City of Jackson is filled with many wonderful historic attractions, including my favorite, the beautiful Old Capitol Museum. But sometimes, the need for a little R & R that...
Kara’s Sights & Bites: Lighten up! It’s time to celebrate spring
Mother’s Day may have come and gone, along with a few college graduations, but there are still plenty of special occasions occurring from now until summer. High school graduations, bridal showers...
Kara’s Sights & Bites: No-pan dinners mean no dishes to wash; easy, delicious meals
By Kara Kimbrough Ordinarily, I will entertain an alternate train of thought...but on this topic, I stand first. One of – if not THE – worst parts of cooking is dealing with the pile of dirty pots...
Kara’s Sights and Bites: More than antebellum homes: 10 things to do in Natchez
By Kara Kimbrough Visitors from around the world flock to Natchez during all seasons, for every reason imaginable. It's true, the city's beautiful antebellum homes are a major tourism draw, but...