Fertitta's is an Italian-style delicatessen in Shreveport, Louisiana that has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It has been feeding hungry locals for over 50 years. Sam Fertitta, a second-generation Italian, opened it as a grocery store with a deli counter and it has been family-run ever since. His daughter now runs it. The item that made … [Read more...] about Classic Eats: Fertitta’s Delicatessen
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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
A First Timer’s Guide to Savannah Food and Wine Festival
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
Exploring the Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill isn't your standard tourist attraction. It's the site of a former village of people belonging to the Shaker faith. Many of the buildings are original and their nature reserve contains over 3,000 acres of countryside, hiking, biking, and horse riding trails. Set in the rolling hills of Harrodsburg, not far from Lexington, it brings a … [Read more...] about Exploring the Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
Savannah Taste Experience’s Famous and Secret East Side Food Tour
Food tours are a great way to get to know the culture, history, and flavors of the South, as I previously learned in Charleston. Savannah, located on the coast of Georgia, is another city best experienced through its cuisine. Savannah Taste Experience offers two tours of the city, each offering a sampling of some of the best restaurants around. I took The Famous and Secret … [Read more...] about Savannah Taste Experience’s Famous and Secret East Side Food Tour
