Stories by Marcus Stone
20 stories
Cast-Iron Upside-Down Bourbon Peach Skillet Biscuits
Ripe Georgia peaches caramelize in brown butter and bourbon under a blanket of ultra-flaky buttermilk biscuits.
August 27, 2026
Cast-Iron Crispy Country Ham & Field Pea Succotash with Sorghum Red-Eye Vinaigrette
A vibrant Southern skillet of salty country ham, sweet corn, and tender field peas tossed in a warm sorghum red-eye vinaigrette.
August 25, 2026
Cast-Iron Seared Pork Shoulder Steaks with Sorghum-Cider Glaze
Thick-cut pork shoulder steaks glazed with sweet sorghum and bourbon, served over tender heirloom field peas.
August 23, 2026
Slow-Simmered Lowcountry Catfish & Smoked Sausage Stew
Rainy Sunday afternoons in Atlanta meant a heavy pot gently bubbling on my grandmother's stove, filling the house with the aroma of smoked sausage and rich tomatoes.
August 21, 2026
Cast-Iron Blackberry & Sorghum Biscuit Slump: A Taste of Late Summer
Plump blackberries, dark sorghum, and fluffy buttermilk biscuits baked in a heavy skillet for the ultimate Southern comfort.
August 19, 2026
Coffee and Sorghum Braised Beef Brisket with Smoked Sweet Potato Purée
Transform humble brisket into a masterpiece with dark coffee, sweet sorghum, and a touch of modern umami.
August 17, 2026
The Ultimate Green Tomato & Bacon Sandwich with a Modern Edge
Crispy cornmeal-crusted green tomatoes meet thick-cut bacon and my signature fish-sauce remoulade in this elevated Southern midday masterpiece.
August 15, 2026
Cast-Iron Fresh Peach & Toasted Pecan Breakfast Buckle
Bring the warmth of a Georgia summer morning to your table with this juicy peach buckle baked in hot cast iron.
August 13, 2026
Slow-Simmered Heritage Chicken & Sweet Corn Dumplings in Smoked-Mushroom Broth
My grandmother's Sunday chicken and dumplings get an earthy, modern elevation with smoked-mushroom broth and sweet corn.
August 11, 2026
Slow-Roasted Heritage Catfish with Fish-Sauce-Braised Collards and Roasted Tomato Gravy
Discover how slow-roasting catfish and adding a touch of fish sauce to classic collards transforms humble Southern staples into an unforgettable meal.
August 9, 2026
Cast-Iron Country Ham & Aged Cheddar Morning Spoonbread
Discover how a childhood memory inspired this soufflé-like Southern spoonbread loaded with crispy country ham and sharp aged cheddar.
August 7, 2026
Bourbon & Sorghum Braised Beef Short Ribs over Creamy Stone-Ground Grits
Slow-braised till fork-tender, these ribs sit in a glossy glaze served over velvety white cheddar stone-ground grits.
August 5, 2026
Braised Sweet Tea Pork Belly & Pot Likker Rice Bowls
Succulent pork belly braised in sweet tea and sorghum, served over Carolina Gold rice and topped with tangy chow-chow.
August 3, 2026
Cast-Iron Bourbon-Sorghum Peach Dutch Baby with Spiced Pecans
A dramatic, puffed Dutch baby pancake baked in a scorching hot cast-iron skillet, topped with bourbon-glazed Georgia peaches and toasted spiced pecans.
August 1, 2026
Charleston-Style Pan-Fried Crab Cakes with Field Pea & Cucumber Relish
A coastal luxury updated with a chef's touch, bridging my grandmother's Atlanta kitchen with my Charleston roots.
July 30, 2026
Cast-Iron Green Tomato Bites with Whipped Pimento Chèvre
I took my grandmother's classic summer porch snack and gave it a Charleston fine-dining twist with tangy whipped goat cheese and a drizzle of hot honey.
July 28, 2026
Sunday Supper Reborn: Spatchcocked Roast Chicken with Umami Herb Butter
Sunday supper was a religion in my grandmother's Atlanta kitchen. This spatchcocked chicken honors her tradition while bringing a modern, savory twist I learned in Charleston.
July 26, 2026
Elevated Gulf Shrimp & Stone-Ground Grits with Sherry-Umami Gravy
We are taking a Charleston classic and giving it my grandmother's patience, plus a chef's secret weapon for the ultimate savory Lowcountry gravy.
July 24, 2026
Sunday's Echo: Cast-Iron Smoked Bacon & Pot Likker Breakfast Strata
Monday mornings in my grandmother's Atlanta kitchen meant giving Sunday's leftovers a second life. This cast-iron strata honors that tradition with a rich buttermilk custard and shattering crisp bacon.
July 22, 2026
Where Atlanta Meets Charleston: Pan-Seared Pork Chops & Charred Okra
My grandmother fried her pork chops hard and smothered them in gravy. Here is how I honor her cast-iron legacy while bringing a touch of Charleston refinement to the table.
July 20, 2026