Insanely Generative
Insanely Generative
Paul Henry Smith
Smackin’s, Provisions, and Other Words for ‘Groceries’ Down South
17 minutes Posted Apr 6, 2025 at 2:02 am.
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Discover the charming, evocative language of the Southern pantry—where “smackin’s” isn’t just food, but a promise of satisfaction. From “provisions” that fill your larder to the whimsical “happenstance feast,” dive into the rich, flavorful lexicon of grocery-getting below the Mason-Dixon line.



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