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The Local Palate's featured stories, interviews, profiles, essays, and histories exploring the South's food culture.
In the Field
Southern Wine Regions on the Rise
From Virginia to Texas, Southern winemakers are redefining wine as they navigate climate change, economic uncertainty, and evolving tastes.
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A Night of Flavor, Fire & Competition in Northwest Arkansas
By: TLP's PartnersWatch chefs work under pressure, taste their creations, enjoy signature cocktails and desserts at Premier Chef Northwest Arkansas.
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Our Favorite Listening Lounges Across the South
By: Sara HattawayDiscover seven listening lounges across the South that are redefining what it means to listen to music on stereo.
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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.
Getaway
5 Hotel Bars Across the South Worth the Visit
Discover 5 unforgettable hotel bars where locals and travelers come together, all offering a unique taste of the city’s character.
At the Table
9 Summer Camping Recipes for Fiery Dining
The Local Palate shares a love story with outdoor living, plus camping recipes that bring a new level of sophistication to wilderness dining.
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Baton Rouge: Flavors Worth Sharing
Baton Rouge is home to classic Cajun, Creole, and Southern flavors. The city offers familiar Louisiana favorites with a little lagniappe.
Dining Out
Lula Drake Wine Parlour
At Lula Drake Wine Parlour, exploring wine is designed to be approachable and exciting rather than intimidating.
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A Night of Flavor, Fire & Competition in Northwest Arkansas
Watch chefs work under pressure, taste their creations, enjoy signature cocktails and desserts at Premier Chef Northwest Arkansas.
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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 [...]
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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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In the Field
Southern Wine Regions on the Rise
From Virginia to Texas, Southern winemakers are redefining wine as they navigate climate change, economic uncertainty, and evolving tastes.
Partnered
A Night of Flavor, Fire & Competition in Northwest Arkansas
Watch chefs work under pressure, taste their creations, enjoy signature cocktails and desserts at Premier Chef Northwest Arkansas.
Radar
Our Favorite Listening Lounges Across the South
Discover seven listening lounges across the South that are redefining what it means to listen to music on stereo.
Getaway
7 Historical Inns in the Palmetto State
Recharge and relax at these seven historic inns in the Palmetto State that are packed with comfort, activities, and food.
On the Road
Spend 3 Days in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina doesn’t get enough love. Here's a weekend guide to spending three days in Soda City.
On the Road
The Guide Kentucky is Here!
The Local Palate's next newsletter is here! The Guide: Kentucky explores exciting places, staycation-worthy spots, food, and more.
In the Field
Get to Know Celebrated Nashville Chef Deb Paquette
Chef Deb Paquette was attending college with no clear plan in place when she first learned about cooking school.
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Our 2026 Insider’s Guide to South Carolina is Here!
Our 2026 South Carolina Guide explores the state's deep history through local recipes from chefs, award-winning restaurants, and more.
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Baton Rouge: Flavors Worth Sharing
Baton Rouge is home to classic Cajun, Creole, and Southern flavors. The city offers familiar Louisiana favorites with a little lagniappe.
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The Darling Oyster Bar’s Shrimp and Grits | Video
At The Darling Oyster Bar in Savannah, shrimp and grits is more than a menu staple. For Marcus Brown Phillips, it’s the kind of dish that feels like home.
