Even wine newbies have heard of legendary Napa Valley, and possibly even Sonoma. But, trivia buffs, who’s had a wine lately from Edna Valley? This AVA ( American Viticultural Area) […]

Marandy’s This Soul food restaurant packs ’em in at lunch and is one of few Savannah restaurants that does enough dinner carryout to make the effort a pay day. The […]

During the peak of last week’s blazing hot days, a friend called to ask for a wine suggestion. “We’re going out for wine and light supper after work and I […]

To begin the story of the region’s organic and local food supply, let’s go to the very beginning: The chicken. Or is it the egg? Regardless, the pair live harmoniously […]

As consumer demand for natural foods climbs and the mainstream food supply fails to keep up, backyard farmers are taking up the slack. Several Savannahians keep backyard coops — ordinances […]

I don’t let the temperature get in the way of enjoying wine. When the mercury taunts 100 degrees, I still find a way to enjoy big, bold Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s […]

Salsarita I didn’t have high expectations for Salsarita, a franchise Tex-Mex joint that took over the former Quizno’s location on Waters Avenue. I am happy to report that I was […]

Zunzi’s Long before tourists were lining up to eat Paula Deen’s chicken, locals were are already on queue for lunch at this little York Street take-out restaurant. Maybe it’s the […]

Last week, I conducted a blind tasting with 22 Savannahians and asked them to choose their favorite from among three new Amber Ales: Bell’s Brewery Amber from Michigan, Full Sail […]

Seriously, I was going to take a break from summer wines this week. Then I sat through a couple of tastings. While I did enjoy some reds that will surface […]

Gallery Espresso Man, what a crazy week! Too many times last week I ate on the go — a fast food drive-thru, a sandwich, nothing. Still, I had some catching […]

Rising mercury means lighter, chilled and more refreshing wines. For many that means a ubiquitous Pinot Gris, an unoaked Chardonnay or a deliciously herbaceous, slightly citrusy Sauvignon Blanc. For me, […]