One of our go-to destinations whenever we need a quick(ish) getaway to a different tropical climate, Miami is a foodies paradise! In fact, in 2023 it was named Bon Appétit’s Food City of the Year. Home to some of, if not the best Cuban food in the country, Miami is a must-visit culinary destination full of flavor. Ever evolving, here’s a peek into their restaurant scene, but be sure to bookmark this post — it’s one we regularly update!

On November 11th, 2023, Holy Smokes CHS hosted their third annual event, setting ablaze Charleston’s food scene and uniting renowned chefs, pitmasters, culinary artists and food enthusiasts in a celebration of fire-infused cuisine. Over 50 participating chefs — including several of our local favorites — showcased their mastery through all-you-can-eat traditional barbecue and innovative wood-fired dishes…

One of South Carolina’s hidden gems, we recently spent two nights and three days hiking Lake Jocassee, a 7,500 acre, 300’ deep reservoir about 4.5 hours from our home in Charleston and 1.5 hrs from Greenville. With refreshing mountain rivers, dramatic waterfalls and lush forests with countless hiking trails for the amateur and expert alike, this serene lake is a must-visit summer destination for every outdoor enthusiast.

Living in Charleston, there’s a plethora of things to do — from exploring historic downtown, to soaking up the sun at one of the many surrounding beaches — but we’d been craving mountain scenery, challenging hikes, and an escape into nature. We decided to research scenic hiking trails in South Carolina, and were surprised to learn that only half a days drive away is the highest waterfall east of the Rockies. Soon after that we were on the road for a weekend camping trip, where we took a short and sweet hike to the Upper Whitewater Falls at Lake Jocassee.