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Devoted to culinary education, the James Beard Foundation was created as a way to keep James Beard's vision alive. Known for his deep knowledge of cuisine and his passion for mentoring and training generations of professional chefs, Beard is considered the authority of American food. |
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At one time, summer vacations were simple. You packed your car, your tunes and a sense of adventure. Maybe a map, but a plan was optional. The gravity of a canyon, the roar of a waterfall — your curiosity led the way. A stop at a neon-signed motel was a must, as was recharging at the spirited... |
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Close your eyes and you can faintly hear the old Swamp Rabbit chugging along its rail lines hugging the Reedy River, steel rubbing steel, as a shrill whistle pierces the air, echoing off the banks. One hundred years ago, Greenvillians would jump on the black and gray freight train and head to the... |
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Of all South Carolina’s historic sites and landmarks, the state’s birthplace is one which continues to make its mark in history. A project seven years in the making, Charles Towne Landing recently unveiled the final piece of an impressive tourism complex that celebrates the first permanent European... |
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Summer is here and school is out. That means vacation time and for teenagers it means freedom. Well, almost. |
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Staycations are all the rage for a second summer running, with unemployment at an all-time high and gas prices right behind. But honestly, what fun is that? Who wants to stay at home when the long, lazy days of June, July and August hit? The beauty of living in the Upstate is that we have such easy... |
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The majestic natural beauty and the brilliant display of seasons at Lake Toxaway and the surrounding Blue Ridge mountains of North Carolina have long captivated visitors. A region rich in history, Lake Toxaway is known among insiders as a destination for renewal of spirit or a quiet respite away... |
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Marked by vivid green and windswept dense terrain, Hilton Head is an island made for golf as much as it is made for a vacation. Legendary architects of the game, like Tom Fazio, Fuzzy Zoeller, William Byrd, Pete Dye and Gary Player, to name a few, transformed this shimmering, verdant South Carolina... |
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Dublin. It's the land of Guinness. It could very well be where Irish genius was born. After all, this shining empire of Guinness was built on just four simple ingredients — barley, hops, water and yeast. Who could predict that Guinness' unique spin on ale would became a beloved brand that would be... |
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Need a little help heating up a romance? Kitchens are the new destination hot spot, where the love for food is always in the air. Cooking schools like the Viking Cooking School in Atlanta are emerging as a new and creative form of entertainment. After a few classes, you could learn to melt a heart... |
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It's not every day that you have an authentic royal experience. But there I was in the right place at the right time, and the lucky recipient of an invitation to dine at Westminster Palace in London. Since 1512, Westminster Palace has housed England's governing body — the Houses of Parliament. |
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There’s a lot of news from our nation’s capital these days, but the latest museum opening is news worth taking note of. Washington, D.C.’s new $450 million Newseum celebrates the nature of how and why news was made. Spanning five action-packed centuries of news, the Newseum features seven levels of... |
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Maybe the way we travel has changed, but our love for travel has not. Here are just of few of my favorite gift ideas for travelers on your list. |
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Tucked in the heart of the winemaking hills of Tuscany is Siena, one of Europe's most intriguing medieval villages. It's very narrow and winding cobbled ancient streets and alleyways all lead to a breathtaking Piazza Del Campo, a grand, open-air meeting center and the life and soul of Siena, Italy. |