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The Local Palate's featured stories, interviews, profiles, essays, and histories exploring the South's food culture.
At the Table
Summer Harvest with BJ Dennis
Acclaimed Gullah Geechee chef BJ Dennis shares a sneak peek of recipes he’s developing for his upcoming cookbook using fresh summer produce.
Dining Out
10 Mouth Watering Barbecue Restaurants in the South
By: Mandy MilderGood barbecue is at the heart of Southern culture. Take a look at these 10 barbecue restaurants across the South and dig right in.
Dining Out
The Ultimate Tennessee Dining Guide 2026
By: The Local PalateOur editors tackled the vast Tennessee food scene to find the best chef, best mixologist, and top dining spots across the state.
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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.
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12 Best Hotels Around the South
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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In the Field
Pitmaster Leonard Botello IV Refines Texas Barbecue | Video
Pitmaster and restaurant owner Leonard Botello IV talks about his relentless pursuit of perfection at TRUTH BBQ in Texas.
First Look
A First Look at So. Fox
So. Fox marks a new chapter for the team behind Kinship Butcher & Sundry, bringing a polished community-focused vision to Atlanta.
On the Road
3 Underrated Eats in Mooresville, North Carolina
If immersing yourself in nature and lakeside views aren’t enough to move you, Mooresville is worth its weight in delicious food.
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A Weekend Guide to Eating and Exploring Little Rock
Little Rock has the trails, the food, and the community energy to make any weekend feel like exactly what you needed.
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Southern Stays With a Sense of Place
Oliver Hotels create boutique hotels that invite travelers to experience their destinations through a different lens.
Dining Out
Hal & Mal’s
Pull up a chair or barstool at Hal & Mal’s in Jackson, Mississippi, and you’re immediately immersed in iconic Jackson everything.
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A First Look at So. Fox
So. Fox marks a new chapter for the team behind Kinship Butcher & Sundry, bringing a polished community-focused vision to [...]
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A First Look at 3TEN
This Pan-Asian restaurant is changing Lexington’s cocktail game and unifying downtown.
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A First Look at Lion’s Share
The opening of Lion's Share marks the celebrated return of husband-and-wife duo Robbie Wilson and Emily Perry Wilson to Nashville.
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A First Look at The Crossing
Charleston's latest hotel, The Cooper, is open and features The Crossing-- a Mediterranean restaurant overlooking the harbor.
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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 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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At the Table
Summer Harvest with BJ Dennis
Acclaimed Gullah Geechee chef BJ Dennis shares a sneak peek of recipes he’s developing for his upcoming cookbook using fresh summer produce.
Dining Out
10 Mouth Watering Barbecue Restaurants in the South
Good barbecue is at the heart of Southern culture. Take a look at these 10 barbecue restaurants across the South and dig right in.
Dining Out
The Ultimate Tennessee Dining Guide 2026
Our editors tackled the vast Tennessee food scene to find the best chef, best mixologist, and top dining spots across the state.
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A Fresh Look at Fancypants
The new executive chef Mathew Meeker brings a menu refresh to the fanciful Dickerson Pike gem, Fancypants.
On the Road
5 Chefs Are Redefining Chaat in North Carolina
These five North Carolina chefs turned to their roots for this delicious street snack that lives up to its name.
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A First Look at Enlō
With Enlō, Nico Abello returns to his French roots and 25 years of experience to bring something extraordinary to Greenville, South Carolina.
Dining Out
The Ultimate Arkansas Dining Guide 2026
Our editors tackled the vast Arkansas food scene to find the best chef, best mixologist, and top dining spots across the state.
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A First Look at TANA
TANA is all about–marrying a traditional Taiwanese set-up with a Western kitchen vibe through a familiar yet unpredictable menu.
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A First Look at Serendipity Publichouse
At the recently-opened Serendipity Publichouse in Midway, Kentucky, loitering is encouraged.
Dining Out
Where to Eat in the Starland District
Contributor Lia Picard shares her top picks in the Starland District in Savannah from Late Air Wine to Big Bon Bodega and Superbloom.
