About: Heather Bien
Heather Bien is a Southern writer, Richmond native, and aspiring gardener. She loves small-town travel and homemade lattes.
4 of the Most Haunted Hotels in the South
To kick off the season, we’re exploring four famously haunted hotels in the South — including one that’s often dubbed the most haunted hotel in the country. Would you stay overnight and risk encountering one of these properties’ resident ghosts? (We hear some of them are friendly!)
Recipe: Southern Chocolate Cake with a Surprise Ingredient
The secret ingredient in this classic chocolate cake lends extra moisture and a decidedly Southern spin. Can you guess what it is?
3 Southern Dress Designers Creating Classic, Feminine Looks
We spoke to three Southern dress designers about what it’s like running an independent brand, their experience in the fashion world, and what inspires them. Here’s what they had to say!
3 Southern Artists We Love + How to Snag an Original Piece
From nature-inspired paintings to abstract color creations and dreamy botanicals, these three talented Southern artists are making their mark.
8 Iconic Southern Restaurants on Our Bucket List
Though we love keeping up with what’s new, there’s nothing like dining in a storied restaurant with history as rich as the food it serves. Here are eight iconic Southern restaurants everyone should experience at least once!
8 Iconic Southern Hotels On Our Bucket List
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just in the market for a getaway, these eight iconic Southern hotels are just the ticket.
4 Trailblazing Women Changing Their Industries
Four Southern craftswomen are blazing trails for other women to pursue careers in these traditionally male-dominated fields. Find out their inspiration, their best advice and more!