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Recap: Charleston Wine + Food 2025
By: The Local PalateThe TLP staff shares their personal experiences in classes, favorite bites, and top sips at Charleston Wine + Food 2025.
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A First Look at Camaraderie | Listen
By: Amber ChaseFrom growing up in his father’s deli to working in renowned kitchens across the country, Shawn Gawle is eager to open Camaraderie in Houston.
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In the Fridge with Alton Brown
By: Emily HavenerFrom liver mush to champagne, take an exclusive look at 5 things Alton Brown keeps in his fridge and a Q&A.
On the Road
Mason Hereford’s Sandwich Tour
The mastermind of the whimsical New Orleans sandwich shop, Turkey and the Wolf, shares his favorite sandwiches from around the [...]
At the Table
From Fin to Fire at Chubby Fish
TLP spends a summer day on the water with Charleston chef, James London of Chubby Fish, followed by a fireside, [...]
In the Field
Cafe La Trova: Miami’s Best Mojito | Video
Tucked away in Little Havana in Miami, Cafe La Trova stands as a beacon for all things Cuban with cantinero [...]
The Riff
Three Takes on the Negroni from Adiõs
Try these three unique takes on negroni cocktails from beverage director José Medina Camacho of Adiõs in Birmingham, Alabama.
Dining Out
Brandon Carter’s Guide to Savannah
Brandon Carter of FARM, Wildflower Cafe, and newly opened Strangebird gives an insider’s guide to eating and drinking in Savannah [...]
In the Field
Porgy’s Seafood Market: Angling for the Future | Listen
Porgy's Seafood Market, a fish market and café located in New Orleans, breathes new life into its local seafood industry.
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Silver Iocovozzi Makes Ensaladang Mangga | Video
Chef Silver Iocovozzi reminisces on their extensive culinary journey and how fruit ensaladang brings them to their roots as a [...]
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A First Look at Brodeto | Listen
As Brodeto prepares to open, Scott Crawford hopes a feeling of weightless abundance and Adriatic sea breeze translates throughout every [...]
On the Road
A Local’s Guide to Auburn
From game day haunts to Charles Barkley sightings in Auburn, Alabama, local chef David Bancroft (of Acre and Bow & [...]
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Dining Out
The South’s Top Culinary Towns
We've scoured the South for small towns making a big culinary impact, and selected our top 20. Nominate a town [...]
In the Field
Why Aren’t We Eating More Wild-Caught Shrimp? | Listen
Americans are eating more shrimp than ever, up to 5 pounds per capita per year, yet it’s not the shrimp [...]
On the Road
Eat Your Way from Little Rock to New Orleans | Listen
A 7-hour, food-fueled trip from Little Rock to New Orleans has no shortage of great stops along the way. Just [...]
In the Field
Powerhouse Five Female Distillers
These five female distillers are bringing fine elixirs to life as they harness the powers of business, science, and creativity [...]
In the Field
Whole Hog Goes Global in Texas | Listen
Southern pitmasters Hector Garate and Don Nguyen are changing barbecue through their fusion of Puerto Rican and Vietnamese cuisine.
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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 [...]
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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.
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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.
Radar
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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Dining Out
The South’s Top Culinary Towns
We've scoured the South for small towns making a big culinary impact, and selected our top 20. Nominate a town to be featured in 2025!
In the Field
Your Uncut Guide to Austin Omakases
Over the past several years, omakases have taken over Austin about as fast as the luxury lofts rising to meet the rest of the skyline.
Roots
Shrimp and Grits: A History
From a modest fishermen’s breakfast to pricey menu darling: the evolution of shrimp and grits, one of the South’s most iconic dishes.
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Savor the Flavors of Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach
Savor fresh seafood and vibrant flavors in Punta Gorda and Englewood Beach—where every meal comes with a stunning waterfront view.
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Discover Downtown Charm in Lake Norman
Discover the charming small towns of Lake Norman, from Hunterville's family-friendly fun to Cornelius’ lively nightlife.
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Escape to Tupelo for the Ultimate Girls’ Trip
Shop, sip, and dance in Tupelo! Enjoy boutique shopping, craft cocktails, and live music at 18 venues for the ultimate girls’ getaway.
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A First Look at Camaraderie | Listen
From growing up in his father’s deli to working in renowned kitchens across the country, Shawn Gawle is eager to [...]
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A First Look at Bayonet | Listen
Named for the resilient Spanish plant, Bayonet, Rob and Emily McDaniel's latest concepts opens its doors in Birmingham, Alabama.
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A First Look at Armour House | Listen
Helmed by executive chef Jeffrey Compton, Armour House promises to cultivate a distinguished, authentic dining experience.
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A First Look at Lillian’s Petite Market & Eatery | Listen
With a legacy spanning nearly a century, Lillian’s Petite Market & Eatery, could easily be titled “the little market that [...]
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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 [...]
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A First Look at Brodeto | Listen
As Brodeto prepares to open, Scott Crawford hopes a feeling of weightless abundance and Adriatic sea breeze translates throughout every [...]
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In the Spirit: Ghost Tequila | Listen
Coming into 2024, it’s easy to see how Ghost Tequila is quickly evolving from an intriguing tequila to making heat [...]
In the Spirit
In the Spirit: Cotton & Reed | Listen
TLP sat down withJohn Hayes and Britt Fox to hear about their process, inspiration, and how Cotton & Reed gained [...]
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In the Spirit: UNA Vodka | Listen
We sat down with UNA Vodka's founder to hear about stopping to smell the flowers, and her journey into the [...]
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In the Spirit: Never Say Die Bourbon | Listen
The Local Palate sat down with co-owner Brian Luftman to recount Never Say Die bourbon’s historic tale and growing legacy.
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In the Spirit: Angel’s Envy | Listen
We connected with master distiller Owen Martin to discuss the Angel's Envy celebrated past and continued innovation.
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In the Spirit: Tom & Huck Distillers | Listen
Crafted by three generations of distillers, Tom & Huck Distillers hold a distinctive presence that collides past with present.
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Recap: Charleston Wine + Food 2025
The TLP staff shares their personal experiences in classes, favorite bites, and top sips at Charleston Wine + Food 2025.
First Look
A First Look at Camaraderie | Listen
From growing up in his father’s deli to working in renowned kitchens across the country, Shawn Gawle is eager to open Camaraderie in Houston.
From the Magazine
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 Q&A.
Partnered
Escape to Tupelo for the Ultimate Girls’ Trip
Shop, sip, and dance in Tupelo! Enjoy boutique shopping, craft cocktails, and live music at 18 venues for the ultimate girls’ getaway.
On the Road
A Taste of the American South in European Restaurants | Listen
Naomi Kaye Honova shares her favorite spots to snag a taste of the American South in European Restaurants from Oslo to Barcelona.
On the Road
Pura Vida in Costa Rica | Listen
Charlotte chef Chris Coleman fell in love with fresh cuisine and tropical flavor profiles on a trip to Costa Rica.
Cookbook Club
Joy the Baker on Books | Listen
Joy Wilson, known as Joy the Baker, shares practical and creative baking tips, a buttermilk scone recipe, and inspiration behind her books.
At the Table
Deviled and Delicious | Listen
What’s in a deviled egg? To paprika or not to paprika? What kind of mayonnaise? We’ve delved into this spring classic to deliver these answers and more, with recipes from six chefs that prove deviled eggs can be as unique as the person who makes them. How [...]
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Discover Downtown Charm in Lake Norman
Discover the charming small towns of Lake Norman, from Hunterville's family-friendly fun to Cornelius’ lively nightlife.
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Savor the Flavors of Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach
Savor fresh seafood and vibrant flavors in Punta Gorda and Englewood Beach—where every meal comes with a stunning waterfront view.