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Savannah, GA

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Before I jump into things I will say it’s been awhile and it’s time for me to catch up! I really don’t have an excuse just thought I’d take a break. But now on to more important things!

I went to Savannah with my sister over the summer and quickly discovered this was another town with few disappointments! We got in late and went to Maxwell’s, which is on the outskirts of town but should not be overlooked just because it is not on a square. It’s pretty eclectic with many small plates to choose from. The cocktail menu is also wonderfully curated and has a pretty solid wine list to boot.

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View from the top!

On Friday we trotted over to Tybee Island to check out the The Crab Shack but before that we went to the lighthouse, which we climbed to the top of so needless to say were ready to E-A-T! At the Shack we ordered the Capt’n Crabs Sampler. If you see below we were anything but short of seafood. If you want a place to enjoy food without ANY FUSS look no further. Their catch phrase is honest to god “where the elite eat in their bare feet.”

Capt’n Sampler

After wondering around all afternoon we headed to The Olde Pink House for a more refined meal as the Pink House is one of Savannah’s most popular and historic restaurants. The service and quality were all on par and we timed finishing up perfectly as we walked home just as the fireworks were starting. Talk about an awesome way to light your walk home! (P.S. it was Fourth of July Weekend)

On Saturday we ever so eagerly went to tea at the Gryphon. It’s owned/ operated by SCAD (Savannah College of Art & Design) and has a killer location. The tea was rather traditional, which was just what I was hoping for. However, I noticed we had to ask for the tea menu and when another table saw what we got they were confused on why they weren’t aware of the tea option!

We continued our food tour of Savannah and landed at Alligator Soul for dinner that night. It’s contemporary southern with a heavy focus on game meat. We feasted on alligator, buffalo, and kangaroo. This is also where I feel in love with beerenauslese; I’d call it German port but according to Wikipedia is a “late harvest wine from Germany.”

Before we headed out of town we went to SoHo South Cafe for breakfast on Sunday. While it was good I wouldn’t say it was worth the 45 minute wait …which is what some people were willing to do when we left.

Other things I truly enjoyed while in Savannah was the farmer’s market on Saturday. The watermelon juice was probably my favorite stop!

And lastly the Spanish moss trees.

Until next time….

St. Cecilia

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St. Cecilia, Buckhead

Ford Fry does not disappoint; St. Cecilia is his fifth restaurant in Atlanta since 2007 and is no exception. The restaurants main focus is seafood from the coastlines of Spain, France, & Italy. I went with my friend, Susan, who lives close by and was curious to finally be able to see the inside after seeing the many months of construction. I started with a dish from the Crudo menu: Nantucket Bay Scallops with green apples, fennel, & pine nuts. These were amazing and I would have never thought to put apples with scallops. Susan got the Maine Sea Scallops, which are quickly becoming their top seller and I got the Block Island Swordfish. The swordfish came with tomatoes & olives which if you like Mediterranean flavors you’re in for a treat. The thing I often appreciate about seafood is that while you can be full you typically don’t leave stuffed plus this allows you to order dessert! My eyes quickly found the Nutella Torta with burnt milk gelato. My dining experience suddenly went from wonderful to flat-out fabulous. We went on a Sunday night and I was expecting a lighter crowd but that was mistake since this is Buckhead and a Ford Fry restaurant. The restaurant is truly beautiful and the food delicious, if you’re looking to celebrate look no further than St. Cecilia.

 

 

The Optimist

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The Optimist, the Westside

I had come here a few months back when I had cousins in town and was blown away. But when I came here again last week I didn’t even need a menu, I came for one thing and one thing only. I was on the hunt for their Maine Lobster Roll, which is inconveniently only served at lunch. I love lobster and lobster rolls because who doesn’t like an easier way to eat lobster? I once went to the Maine Lobster Festival and had six lobsters in two days, no I am not lying ask my sister! The roll at the Optimist had massive chunks… I found a whole claw nicely on top when they brought it out. And while I’ve enjoyed lobster rolls up and down the atlantic seaboard I find it interesting how the rolls are often similar and the meat is normally generous but it’s the mayonnaise ratio that I often judge. This roll had more of a mayonnaise vinaigrette, light and not at all over powering, which I appreciated because it did not deter the lobster’s fresh flavor. The bun was lightly toasted with butter and served with fries. Maine is roughly a 1,000 miles north so I’m glad I was able to find a place in Atlanta to cure my hankering!