watermelon, tuna & quinoa poké bowl with tahini soy sauce

An essentially raw bowl of Asian flavored comfort? Sign me up! This skinny version has Summer written all over it. The light and refreshing natural sweetness of the watermelon counterbalances the nutty and salty flavor of the Tahini Soy Sauce. Each cube of raw tuna offers a meaty bite, while the avocado caters your taste…

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Gerald’s Pig & Shrimp: ‘You’re on Tybee Time’

PEOPLE SAY things move slower in the South, but we can all agree that Tybee has its own pace. Once tourists and locals have crossed the bridge over Lazaretto Creek, they are officially on Tybee time. So whether or not they are on vacation, the island vibe strikes them with a carefree frame of mind.…

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a taste of (thai) land & sea

ON A scorching Saturday, my husband and I decided to pop into the Savannah Seafood Shack, nestled tightly among the hustle and bustle of Savannah’s liveliest roadway. Upon arrival, we saw onlookers peering into the windows at expert craftsmen fashioning rolls of frozen cream. A bubbly woman was ushering them inside, “Come in! Have you…

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quick {vegan} cashew curry with chickpeas & fingerling potatoes

It’s a weeknight and you want to make a unique meal with a flavorful punch, but refuse to spend forever in the kitchen. Fast food may be fast, but it lacks health benefits and leaves you feeling lousy about your decision. So, if you like it spicy, hearty and healthy, this is the meal you…

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Pacci: Coastal Italian Fare

ON THE quiet end of East Bay Street, away from the hustle and bustle of visitors and foot traffic, sits an understated cream square building with modest windows and no apparent entrance. Yet, a quick turn onto Houston Street, heading towards the historic Washington Square, one will see a large sign, mounted on an over…

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Without a Hitch | Feature Article

TREY WILDER, with partners Bill Wilder, his father, and Rick Kunzi, proudly walked around greeting customers while immersing themselves in the bustle of their latest quirky restaurant experiment, Hitch. A lively crowd piled into the recently renovated space on July 15, the night of Hitch’s Grand Opening. With just about 60 new staff members, Hitch’s…

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No Syrup Needed | Mirabelle Cafe

For well over a century, community members and visitors, by the hundreds of thousands, have flocked to the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, basking in its opulent history. Serving as a historic landmark, the towering Cathedral casts a long shadow over the city of Savannah, and at its base, sits the Mirabelle Cafe (click). The darling…

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banana-coconut bread pudding & salted caramel sauce

What do you make when you’re going to a picnic or backyard bash and need to feed a crowd of sweet-toothed maniacs? This banana-coconut bread pudding and salted caramel sauce is the answer. With a creamy custard center and crispy buttery edges, you can’t go wrong! This indulgence can be served gooey and warm or…

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cast iron skillet buttermilk corn bread

It’s almost the 4th of July and just about everyone is looking for simple and fantastic sides to bring to their friend’s barbeque. This moist cast-iron buttermilk corn bread is what you have been looking for. If you’re searching for incredibly easy and tender BBQ ribs to go with this side, click here for my…

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southern bbq ribs | easy fall-off-‘da-bone

This is a funny story. Well, there are two funny stories here. First. We had been vegan {to get on a healthy track and lose weight <– read more here} for about 3 weeks when the Hubs runs up to me in the grocery store with a huge smile on his face. Shaking a pack…

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vegan {egg-less & dairy free} pancakes & fresh berry coulis

*Note: Many followers reported these measurements were off, causing the pancakes to not hold their form. I have made adjustments to the recipe in 2019. Let me know your thoughts in the comments!-Maria* These Vegan {egg-less & dairy free} Pancakes topped with Fresh Berry Coulis are not only healthy, but deliciously hearty. These yummy hotcakes…

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{vegan} skinny corn chowder

So what’s up with this colorful veg-loaded {vegan} skinny corn chowder? Does it taste as good as it looks? Hell yes, because I made it. This gorgeous {healthy} summer soup is packed with veggies that only enhance the flavor. A bowl of this skinny corn chowder will fill you up without the extra calories from…

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