Paris
I waited a bit to write this one, it deserved good, deep thought, and homage. I loved Paris a lot more than I thought I would. It was a...
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London England
They say London is not well known for their cuisine. We had the usuals, beef Wellington, fish and chips, Yorkshire pudding, scones with...
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The Legend of the Gray Man
As Debby rolls in to the Lowcountry, everyone is asking if our old friend will make an appearance. Legend holds that the Gray Man is the...
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Who Needs Napa? 🍇Mountain Brook Vineyard
Our last stop on our wine and cheese pairing collaboration was Mountain Brook Vineyard, also located in the Tryon NC foothills. The vibe...
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Who Needs Napa? 🍇Overmountain Vineyards
The first stop on our day excursion of wine tastings and cheese pairings was Overmountain Vineyards. I parked the car and as I looked...
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Who Needs Napa?🍇Parker-Binns Vineyard
Our second stop on our day of wine and cheese pairings was Parker-Binns Vineyard. You will find this multi-generation family owned and...
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The Sea View Inn-Pawleys Island SC
Ive been here in Pawleys Island for 4 years, yet have never stepped foot into this charming inn. However, until recently, I didnt...
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Wilmington North Carolina
I left the lowcountry this week and headed up Hwy 17 for a few days to Wilmington to spend some time with a long time friend. It’s been...
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Walking Charleston South Carolina
Ive lost count how many times I have come here, but one thing is for sure it never gets old. There is just so much to tell you....
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Who Needs Napa? 🍇 Laurel Haven Estate
It was so much fun sipping wine with the owner/winemaker of Laurel Haven Estate. Prior to her adventure in wine, Jenna Bice had a career...
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Who Needs Napa? 🍇 Stone Ashe Vineyards
The Stone Ashe site was discovered on a granite, rocky, steep slope mountainside that was described as 'unsuitable for agricultural...
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Who Needs Napa? 🍇 Souther Williams Vineyard
A potential Hallmark movie set, this beautiful land was originally comprised most of what today is the Hoopers Creek valley. It once...
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Key West 2024-Ode to Tranquility
2023 was all about Hemingway, 2024 was about history and nature. I cant tell you how many people stick their nose up when I tell them we...
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Who Needs Napa? 🍇 Raffaldini Vineyard
The people of Raffaldini wines have managed to bring a part of Italy to North Carolina. The beautiful countryside is reminiscent of the...
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Who Needs Napa? 🍇 Piccione Vineyard
October is a beautiful month head a bit north for some wine tasting. It is only a 90 minute drive from Fort Mill, and the weather is...
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Who Needs Napa? 🍇 Deep Water Vineyard
There are approximately 12 vineyards in South Carolina. While enjoying the Kiawah/Seabrook/Wadmalaw areas, I stopped in at Deep Water...
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Italy 2023
In May 2022, I had my second knee replacement. It was long overdue, and this time I took 9 weeks off from work. If you know me, I am...
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Italy 2023 Recap🇮🇹
Ciao, fellow food enthusiasts! I'm absolutely thrilled to share my latest culinary adventure with you all. As the owner of Low Country...
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Florence Italy
Florence is another area of Italy I want to write separately about. It’s the capital of Italy’s Tuscany region, is home to many...
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Sorrento Italy
Sorrento is a coastal town in southwestern Italy, facing the Bay of Naples on the Sorrentine Peninsula. Perched atop cliffs that separate...
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