August 29th, 2012 
NYC is known as the Big Apple. Florida is known best for its oranges. For Atlanta, we are known for our homegrown Georgia Peaches, so why not incorporate these items into your Georgia wedding? In lieu of the candles, matches and homemade trinkets, supporting local vendors will not only help you save on shipping (many will meet you at a mutual location) but it will also give your guests a piece of Georgia that they can take with them, whether they are native to the state or are from miles away.
(Photo Credit: GeorgiaJams.com)
Georgia Jams provides local, seasonally harvested fruit jams & preserves that help your guests spread the love for days after your big day. You can order the 1.5 ounce samplers or the 10 ounce jar and have the labels personalized to give each jar that special touch. Flavors ranging from Sweet Southern Belle to Red Rebel Jelly will definitely set your wedding apart from all the rest, all wrapped with a matching ribbon from the owner Lori Bean.
(Photo Credit: GritsBits.com)
If you’re wanting a Southern traditional favorite and you’re not into peach flavors, what about peach shaped chocolates, peach mint tins or, for a unique bride like yourself, why not give the gift of grits? The traditional Southern grits include a hot stove and milk (sometimes cheese) however these Grit Bits selections include bite sized biscuits baked with grits for a corny crunch. Flavors include Cheddar, Vidalia Onion, Jalapeno and Butter.
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If you’re the bride that likes the more hands-on approach and you’d like to see the product before your purchase, check out Half Baked Casseroles. This Atlanta retailer not only features Half Baked Casseroles with which to impress your future in-laws, but they also carry a wide range of local/regional products that would be great for your upcoming nuptials. From pralines to gourmet popcorn, the sky’s the limit when it comes to local options for your guests.
Wow, what a definite and rare country candor of elegance to add to the proper matrimonial fix! Imagine opening grits and casserole at your bridal shower or the "after-vow" party…too fly, to say the least. Georgia has always had it's own country swagg of which is mandatory at all fesitivies in its own right.