Dubbed the Hostess City of the South, Savannah is the sort of place that invites you to stay awhile. There are twenty-two squares to explore, each lined with historic homes, churches, museums, and plenty of live oaks dripping in spanish moss—which, as any local will quickly note, is neither Spanish nor moss (in fact, it’s more closely related to pineapples and succulents). While Savannah has long been steeped in history, a new generation of chefs and makers have breathed new life into the city while honoring its past. Take Artillery Bar, which brings mid-century glamour—and a killer cocktail menu—to a Civil War-era cavalry storehouse. Or the Alida Hotel, where guests can settle into lush accommodations in a centuries-old building on Savannah’s bustling riverfront that was once slated for demolition. Support the city’s budding artists with a trip to ShopSCAD, a Bull Street storefront that houses paintings, decor, and wearable art all handcrafted by talented students of Savannah College of Art and Design.
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On the Road
Road Trip: Charleston to Savannah
With no more than 90 minutes between stops, hit the highlights of this coastal road trip in just a couple days from Charleston to Savannah.
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 and beyond.
At the Table
Brunch Recipes with Baking Authority Cheryl Day
Weekends call for baking, we called upon legend, Cheryl Day, to guide us through how to host a Southern-style soirée with her brunch recipes.
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RECIPES
Recipes
Georgia Peanut Cassoulet
Comforting French cassoulet gets a Southern spin from chef Caleb Ayers of Savannah’s Cotton + Rye. He celebrates Georgia’s fall peanut season by adding the legumes to the stock for a nutty, textured stew.
Recipes
Savannah Pickled Shrimp
Let shrimp marinate for at least 4 hours before serving. They will keep in fridge up to 2 weeks.
Explore nearby
On the Road
Atlanta
In today’s Atlanta, someone could give you a great recommendation for delicious global food just as easily as for your next boozy brunch.
On the Road
Charleston
The darling of Southern food, Charleston brims with award-winning restaurants and chefs. Recently, Lowcountry mainstays are making room for more global palates.
On the Road
Bluffton
Welcome to Bluffton, South Carolina, where the locals are friendly, the food is fresh, and the history is rich.
