REBECCA GORDON: THE ***OFFICIAL*** MINI PECAN PIE LADY OF SEC MEDIA DAYS

Me and Mark Whitworth on Radio Row

Now that two of the most iconic Southern brands, Southern Living and the Southeastern Conference, are in cahoots, we're one step closer to bringing the lifestyle element of football full circle. There's no denying that this long standing Southern tradition of sharing slow simmered vats of gumbo and libations a plenty, before kickoff and long after the final tick on the clock is done on campuses across the South, equals one season long party that just gets bigger and better each year.

TN Coach Dooley...very hubba in person

AU Coach Chizik on Radio Row

To get the word out about the tailgating cookbook (yes, you heard right...more on that to come!), I got to attend SEC Media Days back in July here in Birmingham and hand out treats that can be found in Southern Living's The Official SEC Tailgating Cookbook. And boy... folks are excited!

Soon, I'll link you over to southernliving.com and let you hear what Commissioner Slive, SEC coaches, and sports professionals had to say specifically on the topic of tailgating and fan intensity. Until then, enjoy a few pics and sweets from 2012 SEC Media Days.

Southern Living Media Day Snacks:
Crunchy Pecan Pie Bites: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/crunchy-pecan-pie-bites-10000001851521/
All-Time Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/all-time-favorite-chocolate-chip-cookies-10000001831998/

Winning Team: Me & Julie Ward from Big

Each team helmet was displayed during the respective coaches press conference-- these were in the holding room.