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Where to Get Outside in the Midlands
Colorful gardens and towering trees-- explore the scenic Midlands with these beautiful outdoor locations.
First Look
A First Look at La Cave | Listen
Patrons are ushered through a tunnel from Félix's dining room into La Cave, for a slower, natural reprieve from the bustle of King Street.
Bookshelf
Our Top 10 New Releases for Fall | Listen
We sifted through fall new releases in the South and found several essentials, new guides to entertaining, and one really good laugh.
Marketplace
Our 2024 Marketplace Gift Guide
The Local Palate Marketplace shares a curated list of our top holiday gifting options from our favorite Southern makers.
your Top Culinary Town: Lafayette, Louisiana
We hosted a sweeping readers poll to discover the top culinary towns across the South. Discover more about Lafayette, Louisiana and other featured culinary towns in our Culinary Towns Issue, on newsstands October 29, 2024.
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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 Host an Aperitivo Hour | Video
Babas on cannon and meeting guides us through hosting an aperitivo hour for a quick bite and a refreshing cocktail to close out the workweek.
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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Asheville
Nestled in a valley surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville, North Carolina, is an outdoor mecca with a thriving art scene, hippie charm, and a beer culture at a fever pitch.
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Washington DC
For a city only recently coming into its culinary prowess, Washington DC restaurants and markets serve as ambassadors to global flavors.
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Birmingham
Full of chef-driven menus and upscale dining options, Birmingham packs a punch.
In the Field
Whiskey After Dark Charleston 2024
Whiskey After Dark, presented by the Local Palate, will bring the world’s top whiskey ambassadors to Charleston, South Carolina in the fall of 2024.
In the Field
Savor Charlotte Takes Over Charleston
For one night only, five of Charlotte’s most celebrated chefs and mixologists are taking their talents south to some of Charleston’s top restaurants for a culinary experience you won’t want to miss.
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Oxford Bites & Southern Nights
The Local Palate welcomes Atlanta residents and visitors to Hotel Clermont for Oxford Bites & Southern Nights: A Tailgate Affair in Atlanta.
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Kwei Fei
With a mantra of “loud, hot, vibes” and a menu of powerful flavors, Kwei Fei is unapologetically Sichuan and unique to the Charleston scene.
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Downunder
Downunder, an Aussie-owned gem in Tupelo, offers a distinctive blend of international pub grub and handcrafted cocktails with a unique flair.
Dining Out
Spain Wine Bar
For a taste of the Spanish coast, check out Spain Wine Bar in Ocean City, Maryland with their wide range of wines and food selections.
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Corks, Cooks, & Books
At Corks, Cooks, & Books in Rock Hill, South Carolina, enjoy a good book with your favorite drink at this wine bar and bookstore.
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Trailborn Highlands
With its focus on sustainable architecture and modern comfort, Trailborn Highlands creates a serene mountain haven for nature lovers and adventurers alike
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Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans
Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans provides a high-end and luxury stay with top of the line restaurants and a prime location in the Crescent City.
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Hotel Bardo
Hotel Bardo promises to blossom into a social and cultural epicenter for Savannah residents and an illustrious getaway for visitors.
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Hotel Tupelo
With its elegant design, enriched with distinctive features, Hotel Tupelo invites guests to experience life like a local during their stay.