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The Local Palate's featured stories, interviews, profiles, essays, and histories exploring the South's food culture.
Dining Out
8 MICHELIN-Starred Restaurants Across the South
By: Sara HattawayDiscover eight MICHELIN-starred restaurants redefining Southern dining with innovative menus and unforgettable experiences.
On the Road
Get To Know Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Offering comfort staples and surprising global bites, Tuscaloosa, Alabama is one of the South's most intriguing culinary destinations.
Cookbook Club
Atlanta Chef Ron Hsu Has Over 75 Cookbooks on His Shelves
By: The Local PalateAtlanta-based chef and debut cookbook author Ron Hsu shares how food can defy barriers and foster connections.
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Why We’re Eating from Root to Plate
Our editor's letter in the Fall 2022 issue of the Local Palate looks ahead to dishes that capture fall, new [...]
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In the Fridge with Alton Brown
From liver mush to champagne, take an exclusive look at 5 things Alton Brown keeps in his fridge and a [...]
On the Road
A Guide to Orlando’s Hand-Pulled Noodle Revolution
Try our Orlando weekend guide as you tackle the city's noodle obsession, one steamy, delicious bowl at a time.
Culinary Class
Tips for Using Celery in the Kitchen With Chef Bhatt
Chef Vishwesh Bhatt shares his pro tips for cooking with celery in his Washington, DC kitchen and a delicious recipe [...]
On the Road
A Guided Tour of Our Staff’s 4 Favorite Cities Across the South
Our staff loves exploring different places with delicious food and great entertainment. Here are four cities across the South they [...]
At the Table
3 Southern Ways to Add Onions Into Your Dishes
Cookbook author and chef Melissa M. Martin shared three surprising ways to incorporate onions into your next Cajun dish.
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Our 10 Favorite Wine Bars Across the South | Listen
Raise your glass and fork at these 10 Southern wine bars where the bottle selections are pristine, but the food is just as noteworthy.
Getaway
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 New Restaurants with Innovative Twists | Listen
From Asian-American fusion to a classic Southern steakhouse, these 10 new restaurants bring a variety of old and new flavors.
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Meet a South Carolina Local: Chris Williams
South Carolina native and 2022 South Carolina Chef Ambassador Chris Williams talked food, culture, and community with The Local Palate.
Dining Out
8 Restaurants That Define New Orleans Dining
These eight New Orleans dining options around the city are sure to satisfy your craving for an authentic Louisiana meal.
Radar
7 Southern Restaurants Opening in 2026 to Keep on Your Radar
Nothing says new year like new Southern restaurants opening, and we are sharing seven you need to keep an eye on.
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A Taste of Tradition: Eating Your Way Through Louisiana’s Hot Sauce Trail
Whether you’re in the mood for a cayenne kick or habanero heat, we have a sauce for you on the Louisiana Hot Sauce Trail!
Dining Out
Augustine
Located in the downtown Lake Charles, Augustine is a refined, chef-driven restaurant that blends French influence with contemporary Southern cuisine.
Getaway
Horseshoe Lake Charles Hotel & Casino
Experience an upscale escape with an intimate feel at the legendary Horseshoe Lake Charles, a Caesars property.
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A First Look at Bareo
Bareo, from James Beard nominated chef Nikko Cagalanan and wife Paula Kramer, brings kakigōri and dumplings to Spring Street in [...]
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A First Look at Murray’s Creole Pub
Louisville chef Lawrence Weeks opens Murray's Creole Pub, his own homage to the British pub showcasing his Creole and Cajun [...]
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A First Look at The Bakehouse Texas
Joy the Baker launches preorders this month for The Bakehouse Texas a pop-up at her new Belleville, Texas, location just [...]
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A First Look at Shokudô
Shokudô combines bold flavors and time-honored Japanese techniques with Charleston-area ingredients for a unique dining experience.
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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 [...]
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A First Look at Cane Pazzo | Listen
Cane Pazzo, a community-driven osteria with an intimate reliance on Lowcountry lands opens its doors in Hanahan, South Carolina this [...]
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A Brief History of Bread in New Orleans
Bread in New Orleans can get overshadowed by crawfish, king cakes, and gumbo, but this brief history shines some well-deserved [...]
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A Brief History of Mardi Gras Treats
Mardi Gras signature treats surpass beignets and po’boys, and reveal histories about Catholic traditions and French influence in Louisiana.
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A Brief History of the Kolache
Discover how a traditional Czech pastry became an iconic Texan treat with Chef Mary Bass of Good Dough in Texas.
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Dining Out
8 MICHELIN-Starred Restaurants Across the South
Discover eight MICHELIN-starred restaurants redefining Southern dining with innovative menus and unforgettable experiences.
On the Road
Get To Know Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Offering comfort staples and surprising global bites, Tuscaloosa, Alabama is one of the South's most intriguing culinary destinations.
Cookbook Club
Atlanta Chef Ron Hsu Has Over 75 Cookbooks on His Shelves
Atlanta-based chef and debut cookbook author Ron Hsu shares how food can defy barriers and foster connections.
Partnered
A Taste of Tradition: Eating Your Way Through Louisiana’s Hot Sauce Trail
Whether you’re in the mood for a cayenne kick or habanero heat, we have a sauce for you on the Louisiana Hot Sauce Trail!
At the Table
8 Delicious Recipes by Southern Female Chefs
Celebrate the contributions of female chefs to Southern food culture this Women’s History Month with these eight recipes.
On the Road
Get To Know Lexington, Virginia
Discover the charming town of Lexington, Virginia, where the dining scene is booming thanks to local producers and passionate restaurateurs.
Cookbook Club
Catch the Caribbean Cookbook Wave With Chef Andre Fowles
Jamaican chef and author Andre Fowles takes us down to Jamaica by way of his debut cookbook, 'My Jamaican Table'.
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Your Next Stop: Wilmington, NC & Island Beaches
With a historic riverfront city and three island beaches just minutes away, Wilmington offers a vibe for every vacation mindset.
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Co-Owner of The Darling Oyster Bar Reflects on 10 Years
The Local Palate sat down with The Darling Oyster Bar's Co-Owner Robert Young to reflect on a decade of success on King's Street.
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Real Food for Real Hikers in Lake Hartwell Country
Ditch the granola bars and dig into Lake Hartwell Country’s hearty, local cooking in Anderson, Oconee, and Pickens county.
