In her book, Thump Queen and other Southern Anomalies, photographer Meryl Truett managed to capture the image of a large wooden pig suspended midair on a platform advertising fine art photos for sale. Presumably because pigs are photogenic, and…
It’s a cool autumn morning and the grass is still covered in dew. Cars begin to arrive in the parking lot at the Primitive Baptist Church on Bee Road in East Savannah, and people trickle into a small wooden…
As anyone who has lived on a shoestring budget can attest, lunch can often feel like a frivolous waste of hard-earned cash. Yes, it’s the second most impor- tant meal of the day, and if you’ve skipped breakfast it…
Nobody does illuminated kitsch quite like the South. From the profusion of fiber optic religious art found at flea markets across the region to the ridiculous electric suits sported by rodeo heroes and country stars in the 1970s, we…
Tour: Carriage Tours of Savannah Cost: Group History and Haunted Tours start at $20 for adults and $10 for children ages 5-11. Under 5 are free. The Private Tours begin at $85 per couple and additional fees may apply for more than two people…
Perhaps not the traditional soda fountain with an interior of polished brass gooseneck spouts and spinning stools or even round marble-topped tables with matching sweet- heart chairs, The Soda Pop Shoppe, owned by Steve Lewellyn and managed by Willie…
The year is 1900. With the holidays approaching, ornithologist Frank Chapman, editor of Bird- Lore magazine, contemplates the tradition of the “side hunt.” Sportsmen will be gathering on Christmas Day, choosing sides and taking to the field to shoot…
Slicing yourself a piece of cake for a show that promises to be both the bee’s knees and the cat’s meow? If you’re a little lost in the lingo then brace yourself for a new twist on a time-tested…
Fresh is the word for Local 11 Ten, opening this fall at the corner of Bull and Duffy streets. According to chef Keith Latture, this new Mediterranean spot will combine flavors of France, Spain and Italy with local, seasonal…
The staff is loyal, the dining room appropriately worn and the food is a concoction of family recipes and Southern classics. It doesn’t matter if you’re a tourist, a longtime local or Daryl Hannah sucking down shakes; at Clary’s…
The Film Festival isn’t just a series of screenings. It’s a weeklong festival including everything from adjudicated films to panel discussions; from fabulous opening night receptions to intimate after- parties. You’ll want to do your research to find out…
THE LADY AND SONS It was the “Hey Y’all” heard round the world. Since her show, “Cooking with Paula Deen” debuted on the Food Network in 2002, the contagious country-fried drawl of The Lady has infected households around the…
The Lucas Theatre’s closing was a sorry near-end for what was once a grand and widely admired building. Built during the prosperous post-World War I era by Savannah native Arthur Lucas, the Lucas was one of the many “movie…
The inside story on the growth of the Savannah Film Festival and how it’s become one of the hottest tickets in town.
Vocalists of all levels descend upon Savannah’s karaoke bars in search of their three minutes of fame.
Whether it’s campy ghost tours complete with costumes, or scientific investigations including sophisticated equipment, Savannah’s ghost stories attract tourists and natives alike. Louis Clausi, of Savannah Hearse Tours, theorizes on the popularity of ghostly tales, “...it’s a little bit of…
The true story of the good pirates of Savannah.
Savannah has a strong reputation as a film friendly town, and there are more than a few savvy residents that keep the city in the cinematic spotlight. Some make movies or train the filmmakers of tomorrow while others preserve…
Tanger Outlets’ Chief Executive Officer, Steven Tanger, characterizes his firm as, “a testament to the American entrepreneurial spirit. Founded by his father, Stanley, in 1981, the company opened shop with the country’s first outlet shopping center in Burlington, North Carolina. Tanger reminisced, “At that time, our long range plan was to make it to Saturday.
This year's Greatest Chef contest featured incredible chefs from the Low Country to Atlanta, and Alabama. They put their fiery talent to the test and created spicy hot dishes. Here are the winners that you voted on. JASON STARNES…
Casimir’s Lounge: Following the aesthetic of The Mansion’s particular mix of modern Italian gothic ambiance, the entrance to Casimir’s Lounge is preceded by a set of leopard printed stairs, and if you don’t know where you’re going you…
Her body of acting work has been met with great acclaim. She has been nominated for numerous awards, including the Emmy and the Golden Globe. As a veteran of TV, stage and film and the daughter and sister of the…
Phaedra Parks Talks about Salted Butter, Travel to Savannah and Why Film Should Come to Georgia Phaedra Parks came to Bravo’s hit reality-TV show “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” in its third season, bringing to the cast her smooth-as-silk, chic,…
As musical territory goes, it is widely accepted that Athens, Georgia, reins supreme. A mecca for musicians wanting to play at the 40-Watt or crossing their fingers that Michael Stipe might walk into the bar and watch their set; Athens…
