Canyon Kitchen at Lonesome Valley, Where Dinner Grows in the Yard
Veteran Blackberry Farm Executive Chef John Fleer has described his current restaurant at Lonesome Valley in Cashiers, North Carolina, as “a big barn with doors thrown open, that…
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The Savannah Boat Parade Thanksgiving Weekend, Spice Up Your Spirit with a Break from Tradition
Sometimes a break with tradition is just the stirring the soul needs. As Thanksgiving approaches, deciding which family members will travel and which will host, cook and…
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Canyon Kitchen at Lonesome Valley, Where Dinner Grows in the Yard
Veteran Blackberry Farm Executive Chef John Fleer has described his current restaurant at Lonesome Valley in Cashiers, North Carolina, as “a big barn with doors thrown open,…
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A Lodging Adventure at “One of The Most Beautiful Manmade Lakes in the World”
The Lodge on Lake Lure bills itself as the only lakefront lodging on Lake Lure, North Carolina, which National Geographic called “one of the most beautiful manmade lakes…
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Tuscan Farm-to-Table Discovery in North Carolina Mountains, Giardini Trattoria
I never would have found this hidden gem in the mountains of Western North Carolina had it not been recommended by the staff at The Lodge on Lake Lure where I was spending the…
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The Table Creekside, Alfresco Dining in Sarasota
If you weren’t told in advance to seek out this dining experience in Sarasota, you might drive right by the modest white building, fronted with masts in various shades of blue,…
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Counter Culture: Bar Dining in North Carolina’s Culinary Corner, the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau
Whether you’re traveling alone, prefer to choose a restaurant as your mood dictates, or forgot to reserve a table at one of the Plateau’s popular restaurants, bar dining is…
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Craveable Cúrate– Fertile Grazing Ground in Asheville, NC
Sensible prices, a hip casual vibe and authentic bites of traditional Spanish culture keep the culinary world buzzing about this trendy little tapas restaurant on Biltmore Avenue…
A Lodging Adventure at “One of The Most Beautiful Manmade Lakes in the World”
The Lodge on Lake Lure bills itself as the only lakefront lodging on Lake Lure, North Carolina, which National Geographic called “one of the most beautiful manmade lakes in the…
Tuscan Farm-to-Table Discovery in North Carolina Mountains, Giardini Trattoria
I never would have found this hidden gem in the mountains of Western North Carolina had it not been recommended by the staff at The Lodge…
The Table Creekside, Alfresco Dining in Sarasota
If you weren’t told in advance to seek out this dining experience in Sarasota, you might drive right by the modest white building, fronted with masts…
Counter Culture: Bar Dining in North Carolina’s Culinary Corner, the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau
Whether you’re traveling alone, prefer to choose a restaurant as your mood dictates, or forgot to reserve a table at one of the Plateau’s popular restaurants,…
Craveable Cúrate– Fertile Grazing Ground in Asheville, NC
Sensible prices, a hip casual vibe and authentic bites of traditional Spanish culture keep the culinary world buzzing about this trendy little tapas restaurant on Biltmore…
The Other Side of Pinehurst, It’s Not Just for Golfers
Known as “The Cradle of American Golf,” the village of Pinehurst in North Carolina’s Sandhills has hosted more single golf championships than any other site in America.…
Second-Sunday Street Scene Satisfies Visitors in Downtown Charleston
For Old-South heritage fused with a youthful tapestry of arts, foods, music and style, you simply can’t beat Charleston. And for those that like their getaway…
Hobnob and Bear Arms: What to do on a Rainy Sunday in the South
Don’t you love feeling like you’ve stumbled across something “undiscovered” and amazing? That’s what happened on my first visit to Hobnob Restaurant in Brevard, North Carolina, when we decided to venture down the road…
Savoring Sarasota, A Mini Spa and Culinary Retreat at The Ritz
After a fun girls weekend exploring the rich art, culture, boating life and eclectic cuisine of Sarasota, I decided to extend my stay in this captivating…
Day 2: Italian Immersion in Boston’s North End
Italian Immersion in Boston’s North End As a foodie, I rarely eat at chain restaurants, the previous evening being an exception because I was desperate for an…
Boston Day 1: The Steamers
After pondering the differences in social customs surrounding eye contact in cities vs small towns, I sat on my barstool at Legal Sea Foods at Prudential Mall in…
Southern Girl’s Urban Initiation in Eye Contact
On my second day in Boston I fish my phone from my jacket pocket and post a tweet that reads: You know you’ve been living in…
Boston Day 3: The Extraordinary “O Ya,” The Sum of All Sushi
On my first day in Boston while riding in a cab, mid-afternoon, through the stunning Back Bay area, I texted my friends: I’m in love with…
SOUTHERN BY CHOICE — THE BITTER SOUTHERNER
Interesting take on what it means to be a Southerner today. SOUTHERN BY CHOICE — THE BITTER SOUTHERNER.
The Craveable South 