Ivy Odom

Ivy Odom is a Southern food personality, cookbook author, and media host associated with The Southern Living Test Kitchen. She is a regular contributor to Southern Living’s digital and video platforms, where she shares recipes, kitchen techniques, and stories rooted in Southern culinary traditions. Odom is known for making classic Southern cooking accessible to home cooks while honoring its cultural roots. Her most recent book is My Southern Kitchen: From Suppers to Celebrations, Recipes for Every Occasion (2025), a cookbook blending traditional Southern recipes with personal stories and entertaining menus.