Cornbread & Buttermilk, a southern culinary story
“Just Two Crazy Kids in Love”.
“Somewhere between the whisper of a June bug and the steady hum of a summer afternoon, there’s a place where kitchens tell secrets in their own time. The South doesn’t rush; neither do its stories or its recipes. Down here, history sits at the table with you, and every dish—whether it’s a slice of warm pie or a plate of fried green tomatoes—has a tale stitched into it like the hem of a worn apron.
On the Cornbread & Buttermilk Podcast, Cornbread—who’s more of a maestro than a master of ceremonies—takes you through the backroads of Southern life, leading you by the smell of fresh cornbread and something simmering slow on the stove. And just behind him is Buttermilk, his soulmate, the woman who knows when to add a dash of this or pinch of that to turn a good story into something unforgettable.
This isn’t just any podcast. It’s a slow walk down memory lane, with your feet shuffling through red clay and the sound of crickets filling the silence. Cornbread and Buttermilk don’t just talk about food—they unearth its roots. They’ll show you the grit of agrarian life, the joy hidden in a garden row, and the reverence we hold for recipes that have seen more seasons than we have. They’ll pull back the curtain on what makes the Southern kitchen the holy ground of American cuisine and storytelling. You won’t just listen; you’ll sit at the table, ready to savor a slice of history with every episode.”
Disclaimer:
Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and enjoy the journey of good food and well-being!
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Cornbread & Buttermilk, a southern culinary story
“The Bermuda Sanctuary: A Window Over the Sea”
There are places where the ocean isn’t just water, but memory — long, blue, and endless. Bermuda is like that. A stone in the Atlantic, not large, not loud, but full of stories. The kind of place where the past doesn’t lie still, it shifts with the tide. And so we went — Cornbread and Buttermilk — looking not for escape, but for a kind of remembering.
Our suite overlooked the sea — a high, quiet room where morning came gently and the wind smelled of salt and hibiscus. Below us, the beach stretched out in a hush, like something sacred. We walked the shores, and the hours slowed down. The food was good — more than good — BLT served us plates that made us quiet with gratitude. Lena was warm and full of spice. And Achilles, tucked beside the bay, gave us supper as the sun dropped behind Fort St. Catherine.
But the heart of this trip didn’t come from the sea. It came from a name — Neela Elizabeth — and the soft cry of a newborn girl who arrived into this world on June 6th. That’s the same day Buttermilk’s mama, Alberta, was born 103 years ago. Alberta’s gone now, but we always remember her. And now we’ll remember this day for Neela too — a beginning, where before there was a memory.
This island, quiet as it is, played its part in America’s story long before most knew it had. It helped build something. And maybe that’s what we’re doing too — building something, with stories and food and the way the wind feels on your skin when the sea is near.
This is Cornbread & Buttermilk.
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Disclaimer:
Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and enjoy the journey of good food and well-being!
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Title: Ragged and Dirty
Performed by: William Brown
Recorded by: Alan Lomax
From the album: Negro Blues and Hollers
Courtesy of: American Folklife Center, Library of Congress
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