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Decorate Your Holiday Cookies Like a Pro This Season
Photos by L.G. Patterson
Everyone has their own personal holiday traditions.
Maybe it’s a specific movie or a…
How We Roll: A Tour Through Our Favorite Sushi Spots
Photos by L.G. Patterson
It’s no secret that Columbia is the perfect town for anyone who loves food. From the wide…
The Mezcal Margarita Perfectly Balances Sweet And Smoky
Photos by L.G. Patterson
Mezcal is one of the hottest trends in the cocktail world right now, but it's complexity…
Football Fare: Try These Satisfying Sliders For Your Next Tailgate
I 'm not what you would call a rabid sports fan.
But my husband, being a sportscaster when we got married, is…
Coming Home: After Several Years Away, La Tolteca Returns To Columbia
Photos By: L.G. Patterson
When La Tolteca opened its doors to customers in May, it was less of a grand opening and…
An Addictive Treat: Try the Crunchy, Creamy Shrimp Toast
Photos by L.G. Patterson
In the early 2000s, I had a friend who worked at a restaurant in New York City. The first…
Holistic Cold Remedies, Foods to Boost the Immune System
Photos by L.G. Patterson
With the colder season approaching, it is the perfect time to stock your medicine cabinet…
Pooches & Patios: Places to Bring Your Pets in Columbia
Photos by L.G. Patterson
Is there anything better than time with your favorite furry companion?
Lucky for local…
Put Your Own Spin on the Philly Cheesesteak
Photos by L.G. Patterson
I love a good Philly cheesesteak.
You can always buy one (if you can find a good…
Enjoy A Homegrown Twist To A Classic Cocktail
Photos by L.G. Patterson
The Bee’s Knees is a cocktail that’s special to me right now because it uses hyper local…
Bring Your Next Steak to the Next Level With This Magnificent Marinade
Photos by L.G. Patterson
Being born and raised on a cattle farm, some of my fondest memories are of riding in the…
Former Tiger Opens New Seafood Restaurant Downtown
Photos by L.G. Patterson
It’s been a few years since Marcus Lucas called Columbia home. The Liberty native came to…
Craving a New Orleans Specialty
Photos by L.G. Patterson
If you take a trip to New Orleans, the muffuletta from Central Grocery is a must have.…
Use Green Chartreuse to Craft a Temptingly Tart Treat
Photos by L.G. Patterson
When it came to green chartreuse, I absolutely hated it when I first started working at…
A PTA Pleaser: Shrimp and Pasta Salad Recipe Sure to Delight
Photos by L.G. Patterson
A few years ago, at a PTA salad luncheon, someone brought the most wonderful shrimp and…
The Best Ways to Add Nutrients to Your Favorite Indulgences
Photos by L.G. Patterson
Healthy drinking — it’s hard to think the two can be talked about together because…
Pasta La Fata Makes A New Home
Photos by L.G. Patterson
It's been nearly six years since Shelly La Fata held a pop-up event at Cafe Berlin,…
The Surprising Taste of The B.F.G.
Photos by L.G. Patterson
While riding in an Uber on my way to work, I began to think about how cumin and bell…
Growth Spurt: How to Pick the Best Early Season Produce
Photos by L.G. Patterson
One of the best things about late spring/ early summer is the abundance of fresh seasonal…
Lemon Chess Bread Pudding Signals Change
Photos by L.G. Patterson
I'm going to admit something to you.
I'm not a huge fan of change. I buy the same kind…