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Lowcountry Bella

Lowcountry Bella (Mandi Casey) is Italian by birth and Southern by choice. Moving to eastern North Carolina as a young girl, she was exposed to a whole new type of cuisine like BBQ and hush puppies. As an adult, she embraces both cultures so you never know what she may be cooking up in her kitchen! Currently she lives in both Pawleys Island, South Carolina and Fort Mill, South Carolina.

Her family continues to grow, and that makes her happy because there are more people to feed and love. What’s better than that?

In addition to creating, cooking and sharing great recipes, she loves to research the history of food origins. Understanding the flavors and ingredients helps her creativity, but more-so, appreciate the meal with even more passion.

Mandi loves to be a guest of events, signing books and donating a portion of her net proceeds to local charities. Her second cookbook, Mangia Y’all – Make Everyday Delicious, was released in July 2025.

Please follow her on her website www.lowcountrybella.com or on social media: @lowcountrybella on both Instagram and Facebook.

Mangia Y’all!

Oven-Roasted Chicken with Fresh Figs

One of Italy's favorite fruits adds surprising depth and richness to this rustic late summer dinner.

August 6, 2026

How to Make a Sicilian Fig Torta

Fresh figs don't last long, and neither will this summer cake once it comes out of the oven.

August 3, 2026

Pasta School with Lowcountry Bella: The Heart of Fresh Pasta

The journey to mastering fresh pasta starts with a deceptively simple dough that has shaped Italian cooking for centuries.

July 31, 2026

Italian Pistachio Pesto Recipe Inspired by Lake Garda

A simple homemade pesto with pistachios, fresh basil, and lemon for a rich twist on the Italian classic.

July 30, 2026

Italian Summer Fig Preserve Recipe

This homemade preserve turns fresh summer figs into a pantry staple you'll enjoy throughout the year.

July 23, 2026

The Heart of Little Italy Beats at Sarabella’s in North Myrtle Beach

Family recipes, homemade specialties and Italian-American traditions are at the heart of Sarabella's.

July 2, 2026

Oak City Amaretto: A Family Legacy Bottled

What began as a treasured Sicilian family recipe has grown into one of America's award-winning craft amaretto brands.

June 30, 2026

Peach and Basil Muffins That Taste Like Summer in Italy

Inspired by garden-fresh ingredients, these muffins offer a sweet and savory taste of the season.

June 16, 2026

Pici, Passion, and the Power of Reinvention in Florence

A spontaneous lunch invitation in Florence led to handmade pici, new friendships, and a reminder that life's biggest transformations often begin around the table.

June 9, 2026

Bella’s Peach Tart Recipe with Mascarpone and Grand Marnier

Part Southern comfort, part Italian indulgence, this make-ahead dessert is designed for long summer evenings.

June 4, 2026