Tara Massouleh McCay is a Senior Travel and Culture Editor at Southern Living. She specializes in writing and editing stories that highlight the diverse and vibrant culture of the American South, with a focus on travel, food and beverages, and family experiences. Tara's work has been featured in Yahoo Sports, SoulGrown, AOL, Inc., Yahoo News, MSN, and Southern Living Magazine.
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Tara Massouleh Mccay's coverage predominantly focuses on travel, destinations, vacation spots, and food within the United States. She also covers seasonal topics and investment analysis related to house & home as well as lifestyle.
Given her focus on local content in the South Carolina area with an emphasis on Greenville, pitches should highlight unique aspects of these areas or provide insights into trends that are relevant to Southern readers. For example, pitches could include stories about undiscovered vacation spots in South Carolina or emerging dining trends in Greenville.
Additionally, considering Tara's interest in investment analysis related to house & home and reviews of restaurants and destinations, she may be interested in pieces that feature new real estate developments or unique culinary experiences specific to her geographic focus.
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By: Tara Massouleh Mccay
An excellent complement to anything from barbecue to fried chicken, Cucumbers in Sour Cream is the understated but alway appreciated star of any proper Southern potluck. Here’s why this classic dish has stood the test of time.
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By: Tara Massouleh McCay
Spend time in the sand or explore the village of Wrightsville Beach.
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By: Tara Massouleh Mccay
True to its name, Hot Springs, North Carolina is the only place in the state where you can soak in mineral waters from a natural hot spring. Keep reading for more on this one-of-a-kind experience and what else you can do in the charming mountain town.
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By: Tara Massouleh Mccay
Situated on Florida’s west coast just south of St. Petersburg, Anna Maria Island is exactly the kind of Old Florida destination that vacation dreams are made of.
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By: Tara Massouleh Mccay
Located just across the Cape Fear River from Southport, Bald Head Island is a North Carolina coastal community brimming with beauty and lots of laidback beachy charm. Since there's no bridge to the island, golf carts and bikes are the main form of transportation, which means a slower pace and an easier time relaxing. Here are the best things to do on the island.
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By: Tara Massouleh Mccay
With origins in Renaissance Italy, this humble “hunter’s stew” was a favorite weeknight dinner for my family in the 1990s and one that I’m eager to try with my own family thanks to a recipe discovered in our new archives.
By: Tara Massouleh Mccay
A signature chicken dish is a must for any Southern cook. This easy and delicious recipe for Balsamic Chicken and Mushrooms wows for weeknight dinner or weekend company. Keep reading for more on why our readers can't get enough of its "amazing flavor".
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By: Tara Massouleh Mccay
A mix of frozen margarita concentrate, vodka, and plenty of fresh mint make this one-of-a-kind sipper that’s cold, refreshing, and a shocking shade of green. Keep reading for more about Minted Delight and why it’s the perfect drink for hot summer days.
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