Monthly Archives: October 2010

The Vine That Ate The South

It looks like a monster and sorta is. Though introduced with the best intentions, Kudzu has become an immense pest to the South. It can grow up to 1 foot per day, starve trees for light and from what I’ve … Continue reading

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Jestine’s Kitchen (Charleston, SC)

This is another restaurant I heard about from Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations. Most of what he’s covered on this show has been gold and Jestine’s Kitchen is no exception. Though I have to admit I was a little frustrated when … Continue reading

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Savannah and Tybee Island (Georgia)

Goose Feathers. . . Pudding for Breakfast. . . Spanish Moss. . . River Street. . . The Beach at Tybee Island. . . Pulled Chicken. . . Crawfish at The Crab Shack. . . River Street Pretzel. . . … Continue reading

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Down in the Treme

The Treme district from New Orleans has a pretty wide range of sights. It’s all much nicer to be around than Bourbon, but where one side of the street can be pretty the other can be in disrepair. Where one … Continue reading

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The Backstreet Cultural Museum (New Orleans, LA)

I wouldn’t have known about this one if our hosts hadn’t told us about it. This was my second favorite part of New Orleans (the first was Washboard Chaz). The museum showcases music and Mardi Gras history in New Orleans, … Continue reading

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