The Biscuit Capital Of The World Is Right Here In Mississippi
By Daniella DiRienzo|Published September 24, 2020
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for more than 30 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as the Mississippi-based Parents & Kids Magazine. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
When craving a taste of the South, there’s no better place to get your fill than Natchez. The charming river city boasts a rich history and incredible architecture, but those aren’t its only claims to fame. Turns out, Natchez is the biscuit capital of the world! Worthy of the distinction, the city’s restaurants serve up biscuits that are sure to please even the toughest of southern grandmas. Take a look:
Natchez is most known for the stately antebellum mansions that fill it.
And it's no stranger to being revered for its charm - just a couple of years ago, USA Today named it one of the nation's "best historic small towns." However, of all its distinctions, "the biscuit capital of the world" is likely the most prized.
The city’s reputation as the “biscuit capital of the world” was made official in 2008. Obtaining the title was no easy feat – the process took three years.
Finding biscuits in the biscuit capital, on the other hand, couldn’t be easier. They’re served in restaurants, B&Bs, and inns all over town, including the Carriage House Restaurant.
The famous biscuits come several ways, including buttered with jelly on the side. They're also served split, toasted, and topped with pimento cheese or shrimp remoulade.
Amazing biscuits and a delectable southern fare aren’t the only perks of Carriage House Restaurant. The eatery is located on the grounds of Stanton Hall and offers a great view of the historic home.
Chef Regina Charboneau was the one who really got the ball rolling on Natchez being named the world’s biscuit capital, and not surprisingly, she whips up some of the city’s best biscuits at her eatery Regina’s Kitchen.
Did you know that Natchez was the biscuit capital of the world? Ever tried the biscuits at any of the eateries mentioned? Did we miss your favorite biscuit spot? Or maybe you think another city is deserving of the distinction? Tell us in the comments section.
Biscuits aren’t the state’s only famous food. Read about another here.
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