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Discovery at Secret Falls

Oh, what to do on a cloudless summer day when restlessness sets in and one has exhausted the wonders of town?  A hike and a swim, of course. Secret Falls in Horse Cove apparently used to be a secret.  Not so anymore – it’s one of the first places I heard about when I moved to the area.  Due to …

France at the Farm

Feeling French? Mais oui, bien sûr!  Then you’ll not want to miss a celebration of “La Fête Nationale Française” at The Farm at Old Edwards, July 13.  Come celebrate on the eve of Bastille Day with live music, a French-inspired meal and champagne. Bastille Day, a national holiday in France, celebrates the unity of France and commemorates the storming of …

Lakeside Gives Back

For the 10th season, Lakeside Restaurant is setting Wednesday evenings aside for area non-profits to join them in raising money and awareness for their causes. Interested non-profits should contact Lakeside at (828) 526-9419 to select an available date. The non-profits are then responsible for marketing their evenings and encouraging their supporters to come out for a great dinner, while raising …


Highlands Food & Wine Festival

The second Highlands Food and Wine Festival is scheduled for November 9 through 12 and looks to continue last year’s theme of celebration, culinary creativity, and cool entertainment. The festival kicks off with a Grand Tasting Thursday, November 9, at Kelsey-Hutchinson Park. Friday’s Truckin’ will again be held at Old Creek Circle. Sip and Stroll, a two-day event, starts Friday …

Lunch for Literacy

Local restaurants have banded together for a delicious way to support the Literacy Council of Cashiers.  Lunch for Literacy, slated for Friday, July 7, is a marvelous way for everyone in the community to enjoy a great meal and benefit the 30 percent of Jackson County residents who live within the lowest levels of reading and math literacy. The event …

Currying Your Flavor

Robert Turner Anderson Braine, who currently works at Meritage Restaurant, has traveled to over 22 countries in his young life and treasures each and every journey.  He spent many years in Japan and admits that he took this dish for granted.   “Jumping into this recipe, I had previously forgotten that I hadn’t written it down,” Turner says.  “My only …


White Bordeaux

As I made my way through trade tastings this year, I was greeted with a pleasant surprise – A generous showing of new and old world white Bordeaux style wines.  White Bordeaux usually consists of Semillon and lesser amounts of Sauvignon Blanc. The old-world examples can be fresh and dry, with aromas of citrus and lanolin and a surprising amount …

Fire + Water Restaurant

First of all, let me introduce myself. I’m Tricia Smith. If you’ve been reading Luke’s reviews over the years, I’ve been referred to as “My Sweetie,” “My Companion,” and “The Woman at the Table.” I suppose those are accurate descriptions, but they sure sell me short. Believe me.  I don’t want to make waves though, because, I love Luke with all my …

Interlude Concerts

The Plateau is a busy place during the months of July and August.  People are out shopping, hiking, entertaining, playing golf, and sometimes it’s nice just to sit and reflect.  First Presbyterian Church of Highlands and The Episcopal Church of the Incarnation are offering respite through their 19th season of the Interlude Concert Series. These free concerts are held on …


Dave Drake’s Legacy

Once in a generation, there are extraordinary exhibitions that capture the mind and spirit and are of such significance that they are remembered forever. The Bascom is proud to present such an exhibit this summer. Dave Drake was born into the condition of slavery circa1800, in the Edgefield District of South Carolina.  There, he was trained by Abner Landrum and others …

Start the Music

The 36th season of the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival is indeed one to remember. From June 25 through August 6, festival-goers will experience world-renowned artists and exciting special events. Many artists who will be gracing the stages in Highlands and Cashiers are familiar ones.  Over the last 35 years, the festival has earned a reputation among artists as a much …

And all that Jazz

Tyler Kittle, jazz musician and improviser extraordinaire, understands that a musician can’t rely solely on exceptional talent.  He/she must be a showman, an interpreter (for those who don’t speak jazz), a talent scout, an events planner, a booking agent, a networking specialist, an instrument repairman, an aficionado of many musical genres (that versatility factor), a publicist, and so much more. …