Visiting the Firefly Distillery outside of Charleston, South Carolina a fun way to spend the day. The company has been making muscadine and sweet tea vodka since 2008, long before the rise in sweet tea liquor brands. The sweet tea vodka combines one of the favorite beverages of the South, made from tea from the Charleston Tea Plantation, and adds a grown-up kick. … [Read more...] about Visiting the Firefly Distillery
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Small Town Saturday: Cassville, GA
I always pass this old gas station in Cassville, GA on the way to my grandmother's house in Adairsville, past Cartersville. The town was destroyed by General Sherman on his Atlanta Campaign in 1864. It was also where the Georgia Supreme Court's first decision was reached. Cass Grocery, pictured above, was built in 1837 and still sells groceries, local produce, hardware and … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Cassville, GA
A First Timer’s Guide to the Steeplechase
Spring is here and with that comes seersucker and pastels, not to mention horse races. While other countries are known for horse racing, namely England and Australia, it's also an art form in the South. Nearly every state has their own steeplechase, but the most well-known is the Kentucky Derby. Atlanta's Steeplechase and Camden's Carolina Cup are also popular, but I … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to the Steeplechase
Small Town Saturday: Hollywood, SC
I drove to Hollywood, SC, around 45 minutes outside of Charleston, to be an extra on the show U Cook with Chef Bob, which my film production teacher worked on. There's not much to the town with the exception of Hollywood Studios and an antique store that has this ship figurehead. I learned more about it on Charleston Daily Photo, who says it used to be at the … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Hollywood, SC
Kayaking in Charleston’s Shem Creek
Finding an activity that is entertaining for all ages and interests can be difficult, but Charleston, South Carolina, is a place that caters to everyone. Shopaholics can indulge in the King Street boutiques while sports buffs watch a Charleston RiverDogs baseball game. Foodies, especially, can hang out after hours with chefs and dine in the many highly-rated restaurants. But … [Read more...] about Kayaking in Charleston’s Shem Creek
