Now in its third year, the Savannah Food and Wine Festival celebrates the foodie city's humble beginnings and its rise to one of the South's most beloved destinations. The weekend event, set around town but mostly in the historic squares, includes chef demonstrations, cocktail parties and the Taste of Savannah event, the biggest of the festival. It lasts all afternoon, so you … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to Savannah Food and Wine Festival
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A First Timer’s Guide to Taste of Atlanta
For the past 12 years Taste of Atlanta has taken over Tech Square, in the heart of Midtown, for the city’s premier food, wine, beer and cocktail festival. Comprised of tasting tents, live demos and interactive cooking experiences, the weekend-long festival is perfect for the pickiest of eaters or the self-described foodie. 1. Look at the offerings beforehand. Each … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to Taste of Atlanta
Best Places to Celebrate Halloween in the South
It's that spooky time of year and each state has its own grand celebrations. The South has some of the oldest, and of course, haunted, cities in the country. Expect plenty of tours of haunted cemeteries and homes, as well as parades of the funky and freaky. There are events for both families and adults and whatever costume and persona you decide to take on for All Hallows … [Read more...] about Best Places to Celebrate Halloween in the South
A First Timer’s Guide to Keeneland
While I've been to the Aiken Steeplechase in the past, Kentucky is on another playing field when it comes to horse racing. And while the Kentucky Derby is certainly the most well-known, it's Keeneland that brings in true horse lovers from both Lexington and around the country. The track opened in 1936 by leaders in Thoroughbred breeding as a non-profit facility. The races, … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to Keeneland
A First Timer’s Guide to DragonCon
DragonCon is the southeast's top event for science fiction, fantasy, gaming, and films. While the 30-year-old event receives half as many attendees as San Diego Comic-Con, there are over 70,000 people who come from all over the country every year. It's held over Labor Day every year and includes panels on film, television and books, a celebrity walk of fame, gaming rooms … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to DragonCon
