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.
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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.
Hot Italian Sausage, Fennel and Caramelized Onion Pizza
I love the Sausage Fennel and Caramelized Onion Pizza at The Lazy Goat restaurant. I made a similar version at home, adding a thin layer of tomato sauce and using hot Italian sausage, fennel seeds, and Fontina cheese.
Roasted Pork Shoulder, Braised Purple Cabbage, Mustard Spaetzle with Blueberry Jus
A year or so ago (pre COVID), on trip to our local food mecca, I had this meal. Providence Farms Smoked Pork Chop, Mustard Spaetzle, Braised Purple Cabbage, Blackberry Jus. Husk Greenville never disappoints and this was no different. I loved the German influence. I decided to try and make a version at home. The…
Review: L’Incanto – Northern Italian Cuisine in Greer, SC
I was very fortunate as a child to live in a small town in Northern Italy. As an Army brat, we traveled and lived all over the world. I actually went to an Italian preschool in Bussolengo, a small town near Verona. I think that was the first time I really remember enjoying food (other…
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…
Healthy Mac’n Cheese – Vegetables, Tofu, Potato, Pasta and Cheese (REBOOT)
I made this before, several times in fact. Each time I’ve made it I’ve tweaked to make it better. I thought it would be good to repost/reboot it with the changes I’ve been making to make this dish even better.
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