Purchase Your Favorite Southern Iconic Foods Online

Embark on a culinary journey with Piedmont Farm & Garden, where Southern charm meets exceptional quality. Our online store brings the finest Southern iconic foods directly to your doorstep, allowing you to recreate the deep, authentic flavors of the South in your own kitchen.

Featured Products:

• Corn Meal and Flour: Indispensable for baking and cooking Southern classics, our premium corn meal and flour deliver a rich, traditional taste that elevates every dish.

• Grits: Savor the true essence of Southern breakfast with our high-quality grits, offering a creamy texture and rich flavor that food critics adore.

• Mayonnaise and Syrups: Our curated selection of mayonnaise and syrups infuses Southern charm into your recipes, perfect for both everyday meals and gourmet creations.

Local Favorites:

For a taste of local craftsmanship, indulge in Darby Farms Elderberry Syrup, made right here in the Carolinas. Whether you’re shopping online or visiting our Piedmont Farm and Garden Supply retail store in South Carolina, our Elderberry Syrup is a delightful addition to any pantry.

Shop online to bring home the best that Southern cuisine has to offer. Our products are crafted with care and tradition, ensuring that each bite transports you to the heart of the South.

True Southern Iconic Foods - Duke's and Lakeside Mill

When it comes to Southern iconic foods, Piedmont Farm & Garden proudly offers two of the most beloved brands: Duke's Mayonnaise and Lakeside Mills. These brands are truly a staple in any Southern kitchen, bringing authentic, old-fashioned flavor to your table.

Duke's Mayonnaise

• A Southern Staple: Duke's Mayonnaise has been a cherished product in Southern homes since its creation by Mrs. Eugenia Duke of Greenville, South Carolina in 1917. Known for its rich, tangy flavor, Duke's is considered the gold standard of mayonnaise in the South.

• The Real Deal: Ask any Southerner, and they’ll tell you that if you don’t have Duke’s, you don’t have real mayonnaise. It's perfect for sandwiches, salads, and classic Southern recipes.

Lakeside Mills

• Historic Quality: Since 1736, Lakeside Mills has been producing stone ground corn meal products in North Carolina. Their dedication to quality has made them a trusted name in Southern cooking.

• Essential Southern Breakfast: No true Southern breakfast is complete without grits, and Lakeside Mills offers some of the best stone ground grits you can buy. Their corn meal and flour are ideal for making hand-stretched homemade biscuits and hush puppies.

• A Taste of Tradition: Whether you’re cooking up a batch of hush puppies or baking biscuits, Lakeside Mills’ products ensure a taste of tradition with every bite.

Experience the rich, authentic flavors of Duke's and Lakeside Mills and bring the essence of Southern cooking to your home. Shop online or visit our retail store in South Carolina to stock up on these iconic Southern foods.

Southern Cornbread Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1½ cups Yelton’s Best Self-Rising Corn Meal

• ½ cup all-purpose flour (optional, for a softer crumb)

• 1 tablespoon Blue Moon Yep! Shake seasoning

• 2 eggs

• 1½ cups buttermilk

• ¼ cup Duke’s Mayonnaise (adds richness and moisture)

• ¼ cup melted unsalted butter or bacon drippings

• Optional: 1 tablespoon sugar (if you like it a touch sweet)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Place a cast iron skillet in the oven to heat.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together corn meal, flour, Yep! Shake, and sugar (if using).

3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, then stir in buttermilk and Duke’s Mayonnaise.

4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then stir in melted butter or drippings.

5. Carefully remove hot skillet from oven, grease it lightly, and pour in the batter.

6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.

7. Let cool slightly, then slice and serve warm.

Serving Tip:

Top with a pat of butter, drizzle of honey, or a splash of Yep! Hot Sauce for a bold Southern twist.