We have never traveled in this part of the country and were constantly amazed at all we saw as we drove south towards New Orleans. We avoided the area around Natchez because of the flooding, and I was heartily disappointed. I have wanted to visit Vicksburg and see all the antebellum homes in Natchez. Maybe, next time. On our way in we did stop at "Hal & Mal's" for lunch and it was quite good. The service was surprisingly excellent being that it was midway between lunch and dinner. I had the special which was a grouper sandwich, and if you enjoy grouper - this is for you. The kids had the red beans and rice and enjoyed it very much. We all thought that this place served the most well-balanced sweet tea. Not too sweet, not too much tea - just perfect. Hal & Mal's was a nice stop after a long (and humid) drive and I would honestly recommend it to you for lunch or dinner. Their website with menu and directions can be found at http://www.halandmals.com/.
Now... if you are stopping through Jackson... if you are getting married in Jackson... if you live in Jackson... if you want to have afternoon tea in Jackson... if you want to surprise your significant other in Jackson - you must get yourself over to the Fairview Inn. It's just off State Street and Fortification near a very clean and industrious downtown. *By the way, the downtown has some historical and governmental buildings with some very fine architecture. The Fairview is situated within a family neighborhood and is easily the largest structure around. The tall white pillared front entrance is southern, stately, and magnificent. From our welcome to our departure, the feeling was graceful and elegant. The kids shared the "Strawberry Room" and it was a sweet room for three. Lots of strawberries in the fabrics, on the walls, etc. Their room had a jacuzzi bathtub which my daughter said was heavenly. Hubby and I shared the "Dayton Cooper" room with a comfortable king-sized bed and bathroom. Late afternoon found us playing cards in the tea room (dressed in our comfy robes) where we sampled a variety of coffees, teas, sugar cookies, and some pretty delicious pound cake. And when I say "POUND" cake, I probably mean "POUNDS" cake. Ooey, gooey, very tasty. We did not dine in the restaurant but the menu looked very appetizing. I'll try it if I'm ever in the area again. We instead visited a little Irish pub in the area based on a recommendation we had received. I will not forward the same recommendation to you. My advice is to stay away from any Irish pub in Jackson whose name begins with the letter "F." Enough said. The breakfast here at Fairview was a small buffet-style breakfast. On the morning of our departure there were eggs, sausage, biscuits, fresh fruit, oatmeal, and grits. I can't say that this breakfast was the best I've ever had, but the rooms here more than made up for the food. Dinner looked alot better in the dining room last night! Make haste and go directly to http://www.fairviewinn.com/ to see pictures and learn more about the inn itself.
Take Care,
Deb :)
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