Co-Founder of Biscuits & Burlap
Based at: Brunswick, Georgia
Expertise: Writer, Recipe Developer, Content Strategist, Educator
Professional Background & Experience
Sara has spent over a decade exploring and celebrating Southern foodways through recipe development, storytelling, and food history. As co-founder of Biscuits & Burlap, she creates content that honors traditional Southern cuisine while making it accessible and exciting for home cooks of all skill levels.
With a Master's degree in Instructional Technology and 12 years of experience as an elementary educator, Sara brings a teacher's heart to everything she creates. She's developed hundreds of original recipes and written extensively about the cultural traditions, family stories, and historical context that make Southern food so meaningful.
Beyond the kitchen, Sara extends her passion for teaching through Sara Brand Services, where she coaches bloggers worldwide on content writing and strategy. She also supports local Golden Isles businesses with social media management, helping small businesses tell their stories authentically.
Sara co-founded Discovering Coastal Georgia, a regional travel site celebrating the towns, food culture, and natural beauty of Georgia's coast. Her work there reflects her commitment to preserving local traditions and uplifting the independent businesses that give the region its character.
Food Philosophy
To Sara, Southern food is a living tradition - one that connects us to our ancestors, teaches us about where we come from, and brings us together around the table. It's about preserving the recipes that have fed families for generations while staying open to the creativity and adaptations that keep those traditions alive.
Biscuits & Burlap is guided by a few simple beliefs:
- Honor the past, because family recipes are treasures and memories are priceless
- Keep things doable, so cooking feels comfortable and fun
- Use what’s fresh and available, just like generations before us
- Bring people together, because a shared meal builds lasting connections like nothing else can do
- Welcome creativity, while holding onto the spirit of tradition
These are the values that shape every story, every recipe, and every photograph on the site.
What Readers Will Find on Biscuits & Burlap
- Classic and modern Southern recipes deeply rooted in tradition
- Cocktails, small bites, and hosting ideas that feel warm and easy
- Stories that keep family food traditions alive
A friendly, welcoming space inspired by true Southern hospitality
A Note From Sara
Southern food traditions are meant to be shared, adapted, and passed down. Whether you're looking to recreate your grandmother's biscuits or discover a new way to prepare okra, I'm here to help you feel confident and inspired in your kitchen. These recipes aren't just about feeding people - they're about keeping our stories and traditions alive for the next generation.
For more of Sara's personal story, visit the About Us page.
To explore her regional travel writing, visit Discovering Coastal Georgia.