The Appalachia Restaurant at the Lodge on Lake Lure offers upscale dining with a relaxed, lakefront vibe. Featuring seasonal menus with locally sourced ingredients, creative cocktails, attentive service, and stunning mountain-and-lake views, it’s a must-visit for both locals and visitors.
Category: Restaurant
Review: Fork & Plough in Greenville, SC
Fork & Plough is a farm-to-table restaurant in Greenville, South Carolina, that opened in 2018. It features diverse menus, excellent cocktails, and a welcoming atmosphere. Consistent quality and friendly service make it a fav. Highly recommended.
Review: Urban Wren in Greenville, SC
Urban Wren in downtown Greenville, SC, offers a unique blend of local, southern, and Asian-inspired cuisine. With a recent chef change promising menu updates while preserving staples like Khicken and Fin and Belly, the restaurant boasts a talented bar staff and an impressive wine and beer selection. The Basque Burnt Cheesecake and Sous Vide Red Pork are must-tries, and patrons can also enjoy special cocktails. If you’re in the Upstate of South Carolina, Urban Wren comes highly recommended.
Review: Topsoil Restaurant in Travelers Rest, South Carolina
Topsoil Restaurant, located in Travelers Rest, SC, is a celebrated farm-to-table dining gem led by Chef Adam Cooke, a James Beard semifinalist. The restaurant sources locally, boasting two James Beard finalists and a nominated pastry chef. With dynamic wine, beer, and cocktail offerings, it’s a must-visit in the Greenville area.
Review: Mr. Crisp in Greenville, South Carolina
Mr. Crisp in Greenville, SC, is a favorite seafood restaurant offering a changing menu with must-try dishes like Fish and Chips, Hush Puppies, and seasonal fresh oysters. The bartender’s unique cocktails are also highly recommended. With a focus on local, sustainable ingredients, it’s a must-visit spot for seafood lovers in the area.
Local Peach, Blueberry, Feta and Bacon Salad with Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette
Our favorite local café and grocery posted a delicious looking salad and I decided to make it at home. I added blueberries because they are also in season here. This was so good. The fresh sweet peaches and blueberries, the acid punch from the fresh tomatoes, the crunchy salty bacon, the tart creaminess from the…
Fried Chicken Grana Padano, San Marzano Sugo with Rotini Pasta
Like a few of my other recent Italian recipe posts (Bucatini all’Amatriciana and Spaghetti al Pomodoro), this one is super easy and super good. Unlike the other recipes, this wasn’t inspired by the time I spent in Italy. This one was inspired by a menu item at a local favorite restaurant. Restaurant 17 had a…
Shrimp, Greens & Grits (copy cat recipe from Belford’s in Savannah, GA)
Ten years ago, my wife and I took a trip to Savannah, GA. I researched local foodie friendly restaurants and found Belford’s. I ordered and also reviewed Shrimp, Greens and Grits (jump to the review). Needless to say, I liked my food. Also, needless to say, I’ve become a better photographer and I have a…
Review: SIDEWALL Pizza Company
The owners of SIDEWALL Pizza Company came to Travelers Rest, South Carolina to build canoes I think. Who knew they would end up making pizzas. I’m not sure about their canoe making skills, but their pizza making skills are spot on. For me, its about the crust. Thin, crispy but with a chew. That’s how…
Oven Fried Buffalo Shrimp Tacos with Bacon-Bleu Cheese Cole Slaw
Poe’s Tavern on Sullivan’s Island (South Carolina) introduced me to Buffalo Shrimp Tacos but The Boathouse (Isle of Palms) and Jack’s Cosmic Dogs (IOP/Mount Pleasant) introduced me to Bleu Cheese Cole Slaw. I’ve been making bleu (or blue) cheese coleslaw for years and year. The first time I had it, it was back to back days…
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