• Food

     The story of Nashville hot chicken

    As my mouth burns and eyes water, and as I reach desperately for the last remains of a white bread and pickle slice, I feel compelled to recount the story of how Nashville came to be synonymous with hot chicken.

  • Food,  Hunting

    Turkey Hunt 2023

    In the 1950’s the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission began relocating wild turkeys to North Carolina to restock the wild population that was on the decline due to a change in logging and agricultural practices. The program initiated by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission saw a jump in numbers of turkeys

  • Culture,  Food

    The Best Food I Never Ate

    In Charleston's ever-evolving culinary tapestry, I overlooked the chance to dine at Martha Lou's Kitchen, a bastion of Southern cooking. Let my tale of the best food I never ate be your call to action—seize the moment and savor the experiences you yearn for before they vanish.

  • Food,  Hunting

    Community Meat Center

    Step into the savory world of the Community Meat Center, where the neighborhood's pulse beats to the rhythm of butchery and the warmth of shared meals. Join us as we discover how this local meat center became the cornerstone of culinary camaraderie.

  • Food,  Culture

    Eating in the New Year

    As the clock strikes midnight and the calendar turns to January 1st, a unique aroma fills Southern kitchens. It’s a scent that heralds prosperity and good fortune, a tradition steeped in history and hope: the cooking of black-eyed peas and collard greens for New Year’s Day.

  • Food,  Culture

    Southern Desserts: The Real Holiday Playoff

    The holidays are a time for gathering with loved ones, enjoying the company of family and friends, and, of course, indulging in an array of delectable treats. In the South, the holiday season wouldn’t be complete without the presence of mouthwatering desserts that have become a cherished tradition. Let’s combine that with another cherished tradition during this time of the year, playoffs!