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The Local Palate's featured stories, interviews, profiles, essays, and histories exploring the South's food culture.
At the Table
5 Cozy Hot Drink Recipes to Make This Season
By: Emilee CalamettiNothing says cooler weather in the South like a hot, toasty beverage on your front porch. Try one of these hot drink recipes this season.
On the Road
A Southern Thanksgiving in Veneto, Italy
By: Jenn RiceUnlike a Southern Thanksgiving, turkey isn’t common in Italy, especially not in the sense of a grand Thanksgiving feast.
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An Appetite for Adventure in Lynchburg, Virginia
By: TLP's PartnersIn Lynchburg, you don’t have to choose between getting outside and eating well. Visitors can hop from adventure to dining to more adventure.
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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 [...]
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 [...]
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
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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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
4 Southern Cities Worth Visiting During Fall
Fall in the South means cooler weather and beautiful scenic outings. We picked four visit-worthy cities to road trip to this season.
At the Table
8 Pie Recipes to Spice up Your Fall Baking
'Tis the season for cooler weather and homes filled with the spiced smell of fresh baking. Add one of these pie recipes to your fall lineup.
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Dining Out
County Smoak
Consistently ranked as Lynchburg's best barbecue, County Smoak is run by husband-and-wife duo Ken and Jessica Hess.
On the Road
Lynchburg
For a destination beyond the usual Virginia stops, visit Lynchburg where you’ll be charmed with historic lore, lively food scene, and more.
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An Appetite for Adventure in Lynchburg, Virginia
In Lynchburg, you don’t have to choose between getting outside and eating well. Visitors can hop from adventure to dining to more adventure.
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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
5 Cozy Hot Drink Recipes to Make This Season
Nothing says cooler weather in the South like a hot, toasty beverage on your front porch. Try one of these hot drink recipes this season.
On the Road
A Southern Thanksgiving in Veneto, Italy
Unlike a Southern Thanksgiving, turkey isn’t common in Italy, especially not in the sense of a grand Thanksgiving feast.
Partnered
An Appetite for Adventure in Lynchburg, Virginia
In Lynchburg, you don’t have to choose between getting outside and eating well. Visitors can hop from adventure to dining to more adventure.
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Our 2026 Winter Issue is Here!
Our 2026 Winter Issue explores all the different ways you can build a holiday menu with recipes for starters, mains, sides, and desserts.
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Shop Our Marketplace Holiday Gift Guide
The Local Palate Marketplace offers an elevated online shopping experience for food lovers across the United States. Shop the Gift Guide here!
On the Road
Kiawah Island Golf Resort Celebrates 50 Years
The luxury golf resort, known for its excellent dining, world-class golf, and reputation for exclusivity, celebrates 50 years.
Getaway
7 Haunted Hotels To Stay at in the South
If you’re looking for a trip that might leave a shiver in your spine, it’s time for a getaway to one of these haunted hotels in the South.
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The Cooper Mary with The Crossing Presented by Dixie Vodka | Video
The Cooper Mary is a refreshing, savory cocktail that celebrates Southern ingredients with Dixie Vodka.
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Best Brews & Bites in Lynchburg, Virginia
Here's our guide for how to make the most of the craft beer scene in Lynchburg, Virginia, with 10 different picks for brews and bites.
In the Field
More Stars for the South
A Nashville fête honored those included in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide American South.
