California wines have long dominated the industry, garnering the majority of acclaim, popularity and market share. The widespread opinion about East Coast wines is that they are far too sweet, unsophisticated and simple. But it appears that the rampant misconception may be changing as East Coast wineries are popping up all over the place at [...]

Eventually, we all get old. One day, we wake up, and we have these little lines across our face that we had never noticed before, our hair takes on shades of grey and white and our bodies ache in places we didn’t know we had. But you can slow down the aging process by choosing [...]

Sitting on the outside dining deck of Dockside Cafe and Market on a hazy summer evening watching the sun cast its golden glow over the peaceful water of the Albemarle Sound, you may wonder why you would chose to dine anywhere else. The glassy water, disturbed only by the occasional flapping of wings as a [...]

Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains in western North Carolina, the city of Asheville has built a strong reputation for supporting local, family-owned agriculture. With a wealth of restaurants that participate in the farm-to-table movement, Asheville allows diners who want their food as fresh from the field as possible the opportunity to [...]

Tired of the same old green beans, carrots and zinnias in your garden? This year, when ordering your seeds from the catalogs, check out the edible flower varieties. That’s right, edible flowers. The concept is not new; flower cookery has been traced back to Roman times and was especially popular in the Victorian era. Today, [...]

Fall is the time for harvesting, which means it’s time for some of the Southeast’s biggest wine and beer festivals. Could there be a better way to enjoy the cool fall air and beautiful southern scenery than with an icy cold brew or perfectly aged glass of wine in hand? Be sure to check out [...]

Think Florida’s lush coastal plain, and oranges come to mind. Think North Carolina’s or Virginia’s vast rural terrain, and it’s tobacco. Think again. In addition to everything else it has to offer, this region is becoming increasingly well-known as one of the nation’s premier winemaking centers. In fact, the American South’s longstanding history with grapes [...]

Recent studies suggest that concentrated black raspberry powder may prevent some types of cancer. Should you jump on the berry bandwagon? Talk to your doctor first. You probably already know about the antioxidant power of berries. So it may come as no surprise to learn that ongoing studies into concentrated black raspberry powder are showing [...]

Deep down, in the deepest, most basic part of man’s makeup, is smoke. It is as integral and elemental as fire, but growing up in the birthplace of barbeque, its importance was masked as just another part of my Southern heritage. Barbeque is so interwoven into our lives, from childbirth, birthdays, weddings-pretty much any and [...]

Greensboro, Ga. (July 30, 2009) –Reynolds Plantation’s award-winning culinary program has been honored for the sixth consecutive year as the recipient of WINE SPECTATOR Magazine’s Award of Excellence. Featured in the publication’s annual Dining Guide issue, Reynolds Plantation is included in an international listing of restaurants that have been recognized as providing the best wine [...]

Looking for a different kind of weekend trip? How about attending a fall wine festival? Almost every state in the South has a wine festival.

America is a country of coffee-drinkers. According to the National Coffee Association, in 2007, coffee consumption surpassed soft drink consumption for the first time, and in 2008, 57% of Americans declared their allegiance to the little bean that could. But what do we really know about what we’re drinking—and where it comes from?

Cooking vacations are popular throughout the world these days. One can travel the globe learning how to cook perfect sushi rice in Japan, concoct savory curries in India, and whip up airy soufflés in France. The down-home flavors of the American South are equally worth studying. There are myriad options for tourists and residents who may be new to the region and eager to explore the local cuisine.

There was a time, not too long ago, when ‘organic’ and ‘green’ were vocabulary reserved strictly for environmentalists, foodies, and die-hard tree-huggers. Back then, organic goods were available mainly from farmer’s markets and gourmet grocery stores, and the word was synonymous with ‘expensive.’ This is no longer the case.

Once your garden is at its finest and your house is sparkling, it’s time to show off what you’ve got. Assemble your guest list and get ready to throw a party worthy of the season. Here are some tips to help you stage festivities so original-and so much fun-that people will still be talking about them the next time the Easter bunny comes around.