6 Mouth-watering Southern Foods For You and Your Guests

Posted on July 26th, 2023

The southern United States is known for its rich culture, hospitality, and most notably, its delectable cuisine. 

Characterized by hearty dishes and comfort foods, southern cuisine leaves no room for the faint-hearted. 

If you're in Atlanta, GA, and yearn for the authentic taste of southern foods, Nikale's Creative Catering is your go-to spot. 

We offer a unique blend of traditional southern foods with a creative twist. Let's dive into six mouth-watering southern foods that you and your guests absolutely need to try.

1. Fried Chicken or Tenders

A Southern Classic

Fried chicken is a quintessential southern food that no list can be without. Whether you prefer it as whole pieces or as tenders, a well-cooked southern fried chicken can be an absolute game-changer for your palate. Its crispy, golden-brown exterior gives way to juicy, tender meat that's full of flavor.

Nikale's Take on Fried Chicken

At Nikale's Creative Catering, our fried chicken or tenders dish takes this popular southern food to a whole new level. Marinated in a blend of herbs and spices, our chicken is fried to perfection, guaranteeing a satisfying crunch with each bite. It's a comforting and flavorful delight that your guests will be raving about.

2. Honey Glazed Meatloaf (or stuffed) with an Epic Sauce

The Comforting Meatloaf

Meatloaf is another staple in the southern foods list. It's hearty, comforting, and can be enjoyed in various ways. But what makes a meatloaf truly southern is the glaze on top, which provides the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.

Honey Glazed Perfection

Nikale's Creative Catering offers a honey glazed meatloaf (or stuffed) with an epic sauce that's sure to be the star of any event. Our meatloaf is rich, savory, and glazed with a honey-based sauce that complements the meat's robust flavors beautifully. This southern delicacy is perfect for those who appreciate the sweeter things in life.

3. Southern Style Collards w/Smoked Turkey or Pork

The Southern Staple

If you've ever looked into southern cuisine, you've probably come across collard greens. Simmered until tender and flavored with smoked meats, they're the ultimate comfort food that showcases the soul of southern cuisine.

Nikale's Southern-Style Collards

Our southern-style collards w/smoked turkey or pork are a testament to our love for traditional southern foods. The collards are slow-cooked until they're perfectly tender, absorbing all the flavors from the smoked meats. This dish offers a hearty and flavorful experience that embodies the essence of southern comfort food.

4. Nikale’s 7-Cheese Mac

A Cheesy Delight

Mac and cheese are more than just a dish in the southern foods list — it's an institution. The best southern foods often have a comforting quality, and a creamy, hearty bowl of mac and cheese certainly fits that description. The dish's comforting warmth and rich, cheesy goodness have made it a favorite among both children and adults.

Nikale's Decadent Spin

At Nikale's Creative Catering, we serve a decadent 7-cheese mac that you and your guests won't be able to resist. We blend seven different types of cheese into a smooth, creamy sauce that coats each pasta piece perfectly. Baked until golden, our 7-cheese mac is a mouth-watering, cheesy delight that brings comfort food to a whole new level.

5. Southern Cornbread Dressing

The Soul of Southern Foods

Cornbread dressing is a cherished recipe in many southern homes, particularly during holiday seasons. But why limit such a delicious dish to only certain times of the year? The savory, crumbly cornbread combined with a blend of spices and vegetables makes for an exceptional side dish that's sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Nikale's Flavorful Dressing

Our southern cornbread dressing is a testament to our respect for traditional southern cuisine. Made with perfectly baked cornbread and a flavorful blend of vegetables and spices, this dressing offers a rich, savory experience that complements any main dish beautifully.

6. Southern Black Eye Peas

A Southern New Year's Tradition

Black-eyed peas are more than just a popular southern food — they're part of a tradition. Many southerners believe eating black-eyed peas on New Year's Day brings good luck for the year ahead. Whether or not you're superstitious, there's no denying that this humble legume makes for a delicious, nutritious dish.

Nikale's Lucky Peas

Our southern black-eyed peas are slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in a dish that's flavorful and satisfying. Whether you're ringing in the New Year or simply feeding a crowd at a corporate event, our black-eyed peas are a hit with guests of all ages.

Conclusion

Southern cuisine is more than just food; it's an experience. It represents a rich cultural history and a hospitality that is unique to the southern states. At Nikale's Creative Catering, we're passionate about bringing the best of southern foods to our clients in Atlanta, GA. 

Our menu offers a diverse selection of classic southern dishes, each prepared with a touch of creativity and a whole lot of love.

So why not bring a taste of the south to your next event? Trust us — your guests will thank you. 

To learn more about our catering services, or to book us for your next event, feel free to reach out. 

You can call us at 770-374-7317 or email [email protected]. We look forward to helping make your event an unforgettable one with our mouth-watering southern dishes!

We're excited to serve you and your guests our best southern foods!