So many restaurants get a lot of things right but miss a vital component: Genuine hospitality. Thankfully, that is not the case for Savannah’s newest modern steakhouse opening today at the corner of E. Oglethorpe and Houston Streets downtown. This is not another boujee, pretentious steakhouse where you drop hundreds of dollars and leave hungry—hungry for better service, for true connection, for simply more. The minds behind this concept have demonstrated a true understanding of how to leave an impression and how every detail—when executed with finesse and warmth—creates a feeling guests crave.
Inherit in the name, Marbled & Fin, is exactly what guests can expect: Steak and seafood. Where most high-end steakhouses might be moody and dark, this concept balances elegance with the coastal vibe of Savannah. Relaxed yet refined.
On the eve of opening day, I had the generous opportunity to go behind-the-scenes for a personal tour of the restaurant, including the primary and private dining rooms, kitchens and wine cellar, and to enjoy passed luxury bites, such as King Crab Crispy Rice and A5 Wagyu Tartare. The specialty cocktail that caught my eye was the Catamaran Tan, inspired by Gin & Tonics in Seersucker Suits. Dillon, one of the bartenders, was a joy to talk with—knowledgeable and friendly. He makes a mean espresso martini too, complete with a foamy TikTok trend of instant coffee, water and sugar on top!
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Easy Lemon Butter Pan-Seared Scallops with Linguine & Sancerre
We’ve all been there: guests are coming over, you want to impress, but you also really don’t want to be stuck in the kitchen all night missing the conversation. The eternal struggle between effortless hosting and serving something spectacular.
Well, pull up a chair, friends, because I have the absolute answer.
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If you take a stroll through our neighborhoods here in Georgia right now, you’ll notice something magical happening amidst the grey, dormant branches of winter. While the rest of the landscape is hitting the snooze button, our citrus trees are waking up in the most vibrant way possible. To me, those bright orange globes dangling from fruitful trees look like little beacons of hope against the cold, dark days of winter.
Continue reading “A Saturday Morning Squeeze: Orange Cinnamon Coffee Cake”Explore the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway: A Fall Adventure

For as long as I can remember, my family has always taken a trip in the fall “to see the leaves.” That’s because when you grow up in South Georgia (below Atlanta), sometimes the leaves do not change color until much later in the season. So, usually in October, my mom would take us to Gatlinburg, Tenn. or the North Georgia area, visiting little mountain towns like Helen and Dahlonega. I have so many fond memories of eating at the inviting pancake houses, riding the yellow sky lift, shopping in the antique malls and stopping at the lookout points to take pictures of the rainbow of color on the mountaintops. I’ve lived in Savannah for more than a decade, and on the coast, we definitely have to get out-of-town to experience the seasons!
Continue reading “Explore the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway: A Fall Adventure”Discover Harold’s Country Club: A Unique Southern Dining Experience

“This place is like Cracker Barrel, but for real,” my best friend Jennifer joked as we sat down with our paper plates filled with crispy fried chicken and buttermilk biscuits, at the green and white checkered table in the eclectic dining room. Now the restaurant’s designated seating area, the open concept space was once a vintage car garage. “You know, nobody curated this — it’s just left here the way it was.” And despite a devasting fire in 1999, that’s exactly the way it seems.
Continue reading “Discover Harold’s Country Club: A Unique Southern Dining Experience”Troy Mediterranean Cuisine

There’s a special restaurant in Savannah—Troy Mediterranean Cuisine—that flies under the radar a bit, maybe because it’s off the beaten path, but this is your sign to get out and explore. Set in an unassuming strip mall off of busy Abercorn St., stepping inside, you will find a very hospitable and friendly team, waiting to provide attentive service and flavorful Mediterranean cuisine.
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I’ve got a bright, colorful salad that’s perfect for Labor Day, made with summer corn. With a combination of heirloom tomatoes, garden-grown jalapeno peppers and fresh lime juice, this salad comes together quickly, and has all the textures that make a dish sing: crunch from the bell pepper, creaminess from the avocado, sweetness from the corn and a little heat from the jalapenos.
Continue reading “Tex-Mex Summer Corn and Avocado Salad”Squash Casserole, A Classic Southern Side Dish
Squash Casserole is a Southern staple, and I love to make it when yellow crookneck squash are in season and readily available. We had homecoming recently at my church, and I made this Squash Casserole and a Blueberry Cobbler. Sadly, I didn’t get a proper picture of either dish, but I promise to update this post next time I make it.
Buttery crackers, sharp cheddar cheese and herbs de Provence set this dish apart. Enjoy!
Some Kinda Good Grilled Pound Cake with Chantilly Cream and Strawberry Coulis | Patriotic Desserts

This patriotic dessert is festive for any red, white, and blue holiday celebrated during the summertime when fresh berries are in season. Enjoy it this 4th of July and impress your guests!
Continue reading “Some Kinda Good Grilled Pound Cake with Chantilly Cream and Strawberry Coulis | Patriotic Desserts”Potatoes Au Gratin with Infused Cream
Potatoes Au Gratin are a thing of beauty. There is no other side dish I associate with Easter Sunday more. The perfect accompaniment to an oven baked spiral ham or a filet mignon, this creamy, cheesy casserole of thinly sliced potatoes and onion is flavored with aromatics and cream, and baked in a warm oven until the cheese is melted and the potatoes are fork tender. It feels elevated and special, as an offering for the table should on such a celebratory occasion.
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