Campus:

While an obvious choice, Oxford, Mississippi is home to the University of Mississippi. Therefore, the bride and groom highly recommend guests make time for a leisurely stroll through campus. Highlights include:

1. The Croft Porch - where the bride and groom attended most of their college classes and got engaged

2. The Lyceum - the building in the center of campus that makes it on like every Oxford, MS postcard ever

3. Stewart Hall - where the bride fell in love with Oxford, MS and lived out her freshman year

4. Pittman Hall- where the groom lived out his freshman year of college

5. The Honors College - where all the smarty pants go to classes

6. Sorority Row - walk by Sorority Row to see some of the gorgeous sorority homes, and bonus points if you can spot the bride's alma mater (KKG)

7. Paris Yates Chapel - you will be familiar with this gorgeous chapel after the Saturday ceremony!

Downtown:

The Square offers everything from ice cream shops, to a small brewery, to coffee shops, to shops where you can guess how much the Mother of the Bride and Mother of the Groom have collectively spent! Highlights include:

1. Square Books - the famous book shop where you just might catch sight of a famous Mississippi author

2. Lulu's - the bride's favorite shop for new shoes

3. The Growler - a fun spot for a cold beer and board game

4. Oxford Creamery - order a boujee ice cream cone or sandwich

5. Neilson's Department store - the perfect place to grab a souvenir to take back home

Off the Square:

- Tour Rowan Oak, the former home of famous Oxford author William Faulkner

- Take a walk through Lamar Park for a bit of fresh air and exercise

- Tour the University of Mississippi Museum, which is just a stone's throw away from central campus

- Day trips to Memphis, Tennessee; Tupelo, Mississippi (the home of Elvis!) or even Jackson, Mississippi, the hometown of the Groom

As some of you might know, the bride and groom like to describe themselves as self-proclaimed "foodies." For those that are not aware, Oxford has the most incredible food scene with lots of NOLA/Cajun influence. A list of their favorite places is below!

1. Tarasque Cucina - $ : This place holds a special place in our heart as it opened our junior year of college and quickly became a staple. Located right off of Jackson Ave, it is locally-owned and serve the most incredible homemade Italian food, with a rotating menu based on local produce. Order to-go or bring in a glass of wine to enjoy with your meal (for a $2 fee you can BYOB and get a glass to enjoy it with).

Grooms' Choice: Spaghetti with a meatball added and the summer caesar salad

Bride's Choice: Sausage rigatoni, with homemade bread to share

2. Bouré - $$ - A well-known Oxford spot, Bouré is perfect for an evening night cap on their upstairs balcony overlooking the Square, or for a delicious shrimp po' boy for lunch.

Grooms' Choice: Bouré salad, add chicken

Bride's Choice: Fried shrimp po boy

3. Volta - $ - The best Mediterranean option that Oxford has to offer. Enjoy a frozen margarita during happy hour on the porch, or prepare to be unable to choose between all of the various appetizer options.

Groom's Choice: Dip plate to start, followed by lamb and beef gyro

Bride's Choice: Hotty toddy balls to start, followed by the spicy grilled shrimp wrap.

Insider tip: Their sweet potato fries rival those of Proud Larry's

4. Proud Larry's - $ - Probably the favorite restaurant of the bride's family, Proud Larry's is the perfect spot to enjoy a cold Coke and sandwich after a day of exploring the Square (and lots of shopping).

Grooms' Choice: Iced tea and the philly cheese steak

Bride's Choice: Meatball sub and sweet potato fries

5. City Grocery - $$$ - While affordable for lunch or just a drink at the bar upstairs, this is one of the more upscale Oxford options. This is likely because this is one of the most famous Oxford spots!

Groom's Choice: Whatever special sandwich offering is available

Bride's Choice: City salad, add grilled chicken

6. South Depot Taco Shop - $ - Best described as a local Chipotle! Beware of their margaritas, which you should ask to be served half frozen, half on the rocks, and then you are a true local.

Grooms' Choice: Nachos with chicken

Bride's Choice: Chips and queso and a margarita

7. Ajax Diner - $ - Look no further than Ajax if you are craving some homestyle, Southern cooking. Prepare for a wait if you try to go in the middle of a busy Friday night or Saturday, but it will be worth it.

Groom's Choice: Iced tea and roast beef and gravy po boy

Bride's Choice: Chicken and dumplings

Pro Tip: The best sides are hands-down the broccoli cheddar casserole and the red beans and rice

8. BBB (Big Bad Breakfast) - This is *the* breakfast join in all of Oxford. And fun fact- this is where the bride and groom stopped after getting engaged on the Croft porch Saturday morning!

Groom's Choice: Shrimp and grits, or Keke's breakfast burrito

Bride's Choice: Breakfast crumble

9. The Coop - $$ - While technically more of a bar than a restaurant, The Coop is the rooftop bar of the Graduate Hotel in Oxford. This is worth a quick trip just to see the immaculately decorated hotel and the view of the Square.

10. Saint Leo - $$- The bride and groom recommend stopping in here for a happy hour-priced pizza and drink! Otherwise, it can get a bit pricey.