Jackson's culinary scene isn't divided between past and present. It's shared across one table.
But JXN's Table was never just about food. We gather to sing, to dance, to learn, to create, to be with each other.
When we invite you in, we're inviting you into something only Jackson has: our people, our place, everything we make together.
Stay awhile.
Jackson Joins the World’s Most Prestigious Culinary Map
For decades, earning a spot in the MICHELIN Guide meant cooking in Paris, Tokyo or New York. That has changed for Jackson, Mississippi.
Culinary Institutions in Jackson, Mississippi
In a crowded and growing restaurant market like Jackson, it takes something special to stand out after years in operation.
Joe Cravens Is Bringing Walker’s Magic to ‘The Block’
The Block — home to The Capri Theater, Highball Lanes, and Fondren Yard — reopens May 30 with new culinary leadership from the team behind one of Jackson's most iconic restaurants.
Nell Grace Brings Southern Soul and Cajun Heart to Downtown Jackson
On Church Street, just steps from the legendary Farish Street District, a renovated brick home is quietly becoming one of Jackson's most talked-about dining destinations.
Starting Line: Native Coffee’s Matt and Anna Flinn Launch Soapbox Coffee Roasters
Soapbox is a new specialty coffee roasting brand out of Jackson, Mississippi — and if you know the story behind it, the name makes perfect sense.
Island Spice in Jackson: Taste of the Caribbean
Whenever a local Jacksonian is asked what their favorite thing is about Jackson, most people would tell you about the food scene. Helping to fill that plate, Taste of the Caribbean is…
From Soul Food to Scratch Bakeries: Biscuits in Jackson, Mississippi
Biscuits are more than a breakfast side in Jackson. They're a Southern staple that brings people together around the table.
A Kitchen With Heart in the City of Soul: Chef Enrika Williams
Chef Enrika Williams learned that food is love long before she stepped into professional kitchens, growing up in West Point where her grandparents fed her childhood with intention.
Derek Emerson’s Masa Mesa Opens, Bringing California-Mexican Flavors to The District
Get ready for tacos, burgers, and serious flavor—Derek Emerson's Masa Mesa is opening the first week of March in the District at Eastover.
The New Guard: Chef Joe Cravens’ Approach to Walker’s Drive-In
After decades under Chef Derek Emerson's leadership, Walker's Drive-In has welcomed a new chef who's no stranger to excellence.
Chefs Across Generations: Geno Lee and Simms Powell
In Jackson, Mississippi, a fourth-generation restaurant owner and a 15-year-old culinary prodigy prove that passion for food knows no age—and their unexpected friendship reveals just how much they have in common.
Good Food Without the Flash: Jon Lansdale
For nearly two decades, Chef Jon Lansdale has been a steady, grounded presence in Jackson's food scene.
New Restaurants in Jackson: From BBQ Smoke to Piano Bar Jazz
From old school staples like pig ear sandwiches to Michelin recognized nouveau cuisine, Jackson's dining scene continues to evolve.
La Presa: Jackson’s New Tex-Mex Destination Built on Heritage and Heart
Highland Village has a new culinary anchor: La Presa, where chef-owner Cristian Rodriguez serves Tex-Mex rooted in border heritage and built for community.
Making a Comeback: Origins of a Mississippi Legend
If you’ve ever visited a restaurant in Jackson and throughout Mississippi, chances are you’ve come across the savory, tangy, teasingly spicy catchall sauce known as “comeback dressing.”
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