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Spring’s Top Culinary Trends

Here, TLP offers up the top five trends this spring that raised our eyebrows, got us googling, or inspired our next supper club meal plan.

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The Ultimate Arkansas Dining Guide | Listen

A local chef and mixologist recommend the go-to spots for getting the best drinks and bites of Arkansas in 2025.

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The Ultimate Virginia Dining Guide | Listen

Stephanie Ganz scoured the lengths of Virginia to select the best chef, best mixologist, and top dining spots across the state for 2025.

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The Ultimate Kentucky Dining Guide | Listen

Best Chef in Kentucky: Sara Bradley Freight House, Paducah From Kentucky born Top Chef  competitor to two-time Chopped winner, chef Sara Bradley is a proven contender. She isn’t in it for the prize money, rather Bradley is passionate about showcasing a region she refers to as the “middle of everywhere.” “I say ‘Paducah’ as[...]

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Naomie Olindo’s Guide to Columbia | Video

Naomie Olindo spends the day with us touring her favorite places to eat, drink, play, and stay in Columbia, South Carolina.

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A Taste of Chamblee Tour | Video

Follow local resident Wendell Scott as he tours some of Chamblee’s most exciting restaurants, bars, and culinary destinations.

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How to Build the Perfect Cheese Board | Video

Stevie Lee Webb of the Cheese Shop in Carrboro, North Carolina leads us through how to build a balanced and beautiful cheese board.

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How to Make Kolaches with Joy the Baker | Video

Joy the Baker shares one of her favorite Texas-inspired treats for the spring and summer seasons, raspberry and cream cheese kolaches.

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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.

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10 Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings in 2024 | Listen

From re-envisioned Bayou favorites to eagerly awaited brick and mortars, find our top 10 most anticipated restaurant openings for 2024.

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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.

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Houston

Houston brims with culture and cuisine. From breakfast to barbecue and Tex-Mex galore, work up an appetite for these iconic flavors.

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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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Behind the Recipes

Behind the Recipes, presented by The Local Palate Cookbook Club, will bring together chefs and authors alike to celebrate the stories that inspire the South's favorite cookbooks.

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Taste of Alpharetta

Taste of Alpharetta is an annual culinary extravaganza not to be missed.

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17th Annual Chef’s Potluck

The 17th Annual Chef’s Potluck brings together 15+ of the city’s most talented chefs, partnering with local farmers, fishermen, and ranchers to craft an unforgettable tasting experience.

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Lonesome Dove

Tim Love’s Lonesome Dove Western Bistro is more than a fine dining destination in Fort Worth—it’s also a hub of culinary creativity.

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Lucian Books and Wine

Lucian Books and Wine celebrates the intersection of creativity between food, wine, and books and welcomes enriching indulgence in each.

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Figulina

Stepping into Figulina feels like entering an old school red sauce joint with sleek modern touches, buzzing with a sense of welcome and ease.

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The Katharine Brasserie and Bar

With history at its base, The Katharine embraces a level of prestige but remains an approachable French bistro for a romantic date night. 

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The Embers Hotel

In the heart of Blowing Rock, North Carolina, The Embers Hotel exudes High Country elegance with heartwarming charm.

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The Trueheart Hotel

Inspired by a love for the Texas Hill Country, The Trueheart Hotel is a boutique 13-room hotel in downtown Fredericksburg.

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The Ansonborough

Set in the heart of downtown Charleston, The Ansonborough stands out for both its convenient location and its historic charm.

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The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

No matter what time of year you head to The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, there’s always a reason to dig your toes into the sand. 

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