A woman who manages a horse barn discovers that her husband is cheating. She seeks solace with her family and begins to question everything about her life. Specific scenes were filmed at Oak Alley Plantation in Louisiana and Davant Plantation in South Carolina. Filmed In: Perry and Savannah, Georgia; Beaufort, Ridgeland and Jasper County, South Carolina; Vacherie, … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Something to Talk About
Classic Eats: Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar
Classic Eats is a new series about old-school and beloved Southern dining establishments. Do you have suggestions? Leave them in the comments. Acme Oyster House may get all the glory, but it's Felix's that is a local favorite in New Orleans. The restaurant and oyster bar have been feeding hungry visitors for over 70 years. The interior resembles more of a diner, but the … [Read more...] about Classic Eats: Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar
Film Friday: Creature from the Black Lagoon
In the classic science fiction film, a prehistoric creature is found in the Amazon's Black Lagoon. An expedition team tries to capture the Gill Man, but instead, he kidnaps one of the men's fiancée, whom he falls in love with. The Creature from the Black Lagoon stars David Reed and Kay Lawrence. Specific scenes were filmed at Marineland and Silver Springs in Ocala. Filmed … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Creature from the Black Lagoon
Visiting Atlanta’s Historic West End
The West End is one of Atlanta's oldest neighborhoods, especially important for the city's African-American history. Today the area is home to new development, including restaurants, breweries, and walking trails. The History of the West End Named after London's Theater District, Atlanta's West End is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city. It was settled in 1835 … [Read more...] about Visiting Atlanta’s Historic West End
Tips for Kayaking on Merritt Island, Florida
Located on the same strip of land as the Kennedy Space Center, the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge was created as a way to protect the ecosystem and creatures that call it home. The 140,000 acres include over 1,000 species of plants, over 100 species of fish, over 300 species of birds, and 31 mammal species. This post contains affiliate links. What to Expect … [Read more...] about Tips for Kayaking on Merritt Island, Florida