Cyndi Allison

Topic Editor - Southern Cuisine
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Cyndi Allison - Jimmy Wittum

Southern born and fed, Cyndi Allison is a college lecturer and newspaper advisor as well as being a freelance writer. She writes on cooking, food, parenting, gardening, technology and enjoys writing feature articles.

Cyndi has written for a variety of national magazines, newspapers, and corporations including Family Fun, Grit, Blue Ridge Country, Country Woman, Army/Navy Times, Salisbury Post, and SAS (computer software company). She has published over 2000 articles including a vast online collection.

Cyndi lived in Greece and Japan as well as across the United States. Her roots run deep in the South, but she borrows from the global feast of flavors. If it tastes good, it's all good.

Be sure to visit Cyndi's outdoor cooking site - Yes You Can Grill! for more great cooking fun and advice.

Latest Articles

How to Make a Layered Taco Dip
Taco dip is easy to make, tastes fabulous, and it's a pretty dip to take to parties.
Sep 10, 2011 - Cyndi Allison
Ruddy Duck Tavern in Morehead City, NC – Restaurant Review
If you're ever in Morehead City, North Carolina and looking for good eats, you can't go wrong with the Ruddy Duck Tavern.
Aug 6, 2011 - Cyndi Allison
Cheerwine Plans to Go Nationwide by 2017
If you're tired of the same old soft drinks, then keep an eye out for the North Carolina soda pop called Cheerwine which is now expanding to other states.
Jul 13, 2011 - Cyndi Allison
Southern Food and Fun – Faith, NC 4th of July Celebration
Faith is a small town in the piedmont of North Carolina, but town residents host one of the largest 4th of July celebrations in the state.
Jun 29, 2011 - Cyndi Allison
What Do Southerners Eat?
The South is a unique area with unique customs and unique eating habits.
May 30, 2011 - Cyndi Allison
Unusual Southern Foods - Apple Uglies
If you haven't heard of an Apple Ugly, then you're probably not from North Carolina. That's fine. You can still join the Apple Ugly club.
Apr 28, 2011 - Cyndi Allison
Bubble and Squeak Recipe for St. Patrick's Day
Get your Irish on for St. Patrick's Day with a Southern style Bubble and Squeak recipe.
Feb 19, 2011 - Cyndi Allison
Microwave Peanut Brittle Recipe – Fast, Easy, Yummy
Craving peanut brittle but don't want to spend a lot of time making it? Try this easy and tasty microwave peanut brittle recipe.
Feb 17, 2011 - Cyndi Allison
Peanut Butter Pie Recipe – Freeze and Serve
If you love peanut butter, then you'll go wild for this frozen dessert with peanut butter and chopped peanuts.
Feb 17, 2011 - Cyndi Allison
Quesadilla Recipe – Easy Stove Top Skillet Version
One of our favorite "fast food at home" recipes is quesadillas. Quesadillas take only minutes to prepare and taste great.
Jan 15, 2011 - Cyndi Allison