Mr. & Mrs. M // Inside the boutiques of Ann & Sid Mashburn

We are back from ATL! And, what a perfect weekend getaway it was. One of my favorite stops was our jaunt to the boutiques of another husband & wife duo... Ann and Sid Mashburn. 

Their goods are perfectly curated and give classic, Southern style a fresh twist. Even if you're just in the mood to browse, it's worth a trip to walk around and be inspired by the interiors and merchandising in both shops. I'm obsessed with the residential feel of the boutiques. I seriously would move into these shops if I could. I'm enamored with way they seamlessly merged the his-and-hers look of both stores.  

Next time you're in Atlanta, make sure to stop by Ann and Sid Mashburn. And, while you're there mosey next door for a delightful treat at Jeni's (our all time favorite ice cream).

-mrs.h  

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our favorite winter lunch spots

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There are few things we love more than a great soup and sandwich spot in the Winter. When you are chilled to the bone, a warm sandwich and a cup of soup hits the spot like nothing else! Here are a few of our favorite soup and sandwich spots:

Souper Jenny // Atlanta, GA
Soup is not a side-note at Souper Jenny. As the name hints, soup is what Souper Jenny is all about. If you are in Hotlanta when it's not so hot, head to Souper Jenny for a cozy, healthy lunch. You won't be disappointed!

The Old Mill House Deli // Redding, CA
The Old Mill House Deli is one of our all-time favorite spots. It's a hidden jewel, which most people miss unless they happen to notice the building tucked off the highway on the way to Lake Shasta. On a cold day, our "go-to" is the French Dip Sandwich and the Clam Chowder Soup.

Urban Standard // Birmingham, AL 
Urban Standard takes soups and sandwiches and gives them a fresh twist. Their industrial-chic decor reflects their creative take on classic staples (i.e. instead of a typical chicken sandwich, Urban Standard offers a Grilled Chicken Panino with smoked bacon, caramelized onion, herbed goat cheese, and balsamic jam - yummm). And, their ever changing soup menu provides the perfect addition to any of their sandwiches or paninos.  
-mr.&mrs.h

mansion on forsyth park | savannah, ga

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Savannah, Georgia is one of my favorite spots in the South East. I love the way that tradition and cutting-edge creativity both prosper there. It seems to me that most cities have a hard time finding the balance that Savannah enjoys. Many cities either become so focused moving forward that they forgetting their history or they do the opposite and hold onto history so tightly that they dig their heels in the ground and won't allow creativity and change to flourish. 

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With a nickname like "The Hostess City of the South" you know hospitality will not be lacking in Savannah. To experience the graces of Savannah's hospitality, I'd recommend staying at the Mansion on Forsyth Park. This 1888 mansion has been carefully restored and sits across from the beautiful Savannah landmark, Forsyth Park. The hotel's design reflects the character of Savannah's history in the building's classic exterior and the city's thriving creative scene in it's modern interior.  

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The Mansion on Forsyth Park is also situated in the perfect location to venture out and explore all the wonder Savannah has to offer. The possibilities are endless... from meandering through the surrounding historic district to discovering the nearby art galleries. Savannah is also the home to the Savannah College of Art and Design, which is a hub of the Southern art scene. The school has a great shop, ShopSCAD, which features art by SCAD's students. ShopSCAD is also in walking distance from the hotel and sits next to several other neat shops and eateries. 
-mrs.h