Southern Makers
5 Southern-Made Sparkling Wines for the Holidays
By: The Local PalateCelebrate the holiday season with these Southern-made sparkling wines that you don't have to travel far for.
First Look
A First Look at Cafe Patachou
By: Erin OliverLexington, Kentucky will fall in love with the new go-to brunch and lunch spot, Cafe Patachou for its tasty food and shared community pride.
At the Table
12 Recipes for a Vegetarian Thanksgiving
By: Emilee CalamettiPack your vegetarian Thanksgiving table with these 12 handpicked recipes that are sure to satisfy your meat-free guests.
Southern Makers
The Local Palate’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Food Lovers
By: The Local PalateThe TLP staff chose their top picks in this food gift guide for the holiday season to make your shopping easier (and delicious).
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A First Look at Cafe Patachou
Lexington, Kentucky will fall in love with the new go-to brunch and lunch spot, Cafe Patachou for its tasty food and shared community pride.
Southern Makers
5 Southern-Made Sparkling Wines for the Holidays
Celebrate the holiday season with these Southern-made sparkling wines that you don't have to travel far for.
Dining Out
Where Culinary Excellence Meets Southern Hospitality: Durham’s Award-Winning Chefs
Four acclaimed Durham chefs reveal what inspires their craft and why Durham is the South's most dynamic food destination.
Southern Makers
The Local Palate’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Food Lovers
The TLP staff chose their top picks in this food gift guide for the holiday season to make your shopping easier (and delicious).
On the Road
Snapshot: Dupont Circle
A local's guide to new stays, good eats, and artistic activities in DC's unofficial backyard: Dupont Circle.
In the Field
Coming Soon: ShellBound | Video
ShellBound is a three-part docuseries that delves into the wild, wonderful, and challenging world of Southern oysters.
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The Local Palate’s Tour of Tucker | Video
Tucker, Georgia, may be just outside the bustle of Atlanta, but its Main Street hums with a character all its own.
Culinary Class
Vivian Howard’s Sweet Potatoes on Steroids | Video
Chef Vivian Howard showcases her talent for reimagining Southern flavors through her recipe Sweet Potatoes on Steroids.
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Katie Button Makes Gambas al Ajillo (Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic) | Video
Chef Katie Button of Cúrate in Asheville shares her recipe for Gambas al Ajilo (Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic).
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10 Splurge-Worthy Burgers Across the South | Listen
Some burgers you just can’t re-create at home. Worth their weight in both calorie and price, these restaurant whoppers deliver pure joy, bite-for-bite.
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12 Best Hotels Around the South | Listen
Some new, some renovated, all style: These are the 12 best hotels we’re checking into and checking out all around the South.
On the Road
Where to Eat and Drink in the Lowcountry | Listen
This summer, consider a roadtrip to the Lowcountry and enjoy some of the best food and drinks the South has to offer.
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Myrtle Beach
To the millions who visit every year, Myrtle Beach is simply called “The Beach”—and with 60 miles of coastline, there sure are a lot of them.
On the Road
Houston
Houston brims with culture and cuisine. From breakfast to barbecue and Tex-Mex galore, work up an appetite for these iconic flavors.
On the Road
Charleston
The darling of Southern food, Charleston brims with award-winning restaurants and chefs. Recently, Lowcountry mainstays are making room for more global palates.
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Birmingham
Full of chef-driven menus and upscale dining options, Birmingham packs a punch.
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Montgomery
In a city so steeped in history, it’s no surprise some of its culinary highlights are its oldest restaurants.
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Charlottesville
Not just the backdrop for the University of Virginia and Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, Charlottesville and its restaurants showcase a rich immigrant community.
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In the Field
Southern Smoke Festival 2025
The Southern Smoke Foundation makes impact across Houston with their largest park party yet.
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Highlands Food and Wine Festival 2025
Celebrate food, wine, and music unique to the beautiful Highlxands, NC
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Whiskey Club No. 19
Whiskey Club No. 19: A two-night whiskey and culinary experience in Pinehurst, NC. Tastings, chef dinners, and Southern hospitality await.
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Dining Out
Blacksheep
A Beaufort restaurant’s pivot results in pit-stop-worthy sandwiches at Blacksheep Bottle Shop x Sabbatical Sandwich Co.
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1826 Bistro on the Green
Wine and dine at 1826 Bistro on the Green, where regional produce shines
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Cane Pazzo
If you can’t imagine an Italian restaurant that makes seasonal vegetables taste as good as its pasta, Cane Pazzo is up to the challenge.
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Hotel Vela
Hotel Vela offers historic charm, artsy rooms, and coastal dining at Siren Social Club near Gulfport Beach.
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The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
At the center of the NOLA action sits The Royal Sonesta New Orleans, which takes up half of a city block with more than 480 guest rooms.
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ARRIVE Wilmington
Eagle-eyed visitors of ARRIVE Wilmington will catch a subtle circus-animal theme throughout the property, a nod to the building's history.
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Outpost Inn
Outpost Inn offers cozy boutique lodging with luxe camp style, wine by the fire, and easy access to Blue Ridge mountain dining.
