We're not just into music here at the BGS. We want to paint an entire picture for you, knitting together the lifestyles, talents, and culture of this Americana quilt we love so dearly. That's why we've taken the time to scour the web and collect the best food, style, travel, and lifestyle pieces that are affecting hearts and minds in a positive way. Here are some of our favorite stories of the week below. Do you have any recommendations? Let us know in the comments!

Culture

Photo c/o Oxford American

Oxford American has a photo series chronicling the lives of evangelical preachers in Florida. 

Food

Photo c/o NPR

• Explore southern food in 50 dishes with Garden & Gun

• Let NPR teach you the perfect way to poach an egg. 

• So you want to write a food blog

Nature

Photo c/o Outside Online

Outside Online takes a look at the outdoor industry's millennial problem. 

Travel

Photo c/o T Magazine

• Tour twelve hidden international art gems with T Magazine