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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.

In the Field
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.

Culinary Class
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.

Culinary Class
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.

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