Trisha Boyer

Feb 28, 2025 | nashvillelifestyles.com | Trisha Boyer

Kentucky is more layered than bourbon and horses. It’s home to charming hotels, historic architecture, locavore dining, and unique local shops. Its two largest cities, Louisville and Lexington — just 75 miles apart — present two vastly different ways to experience The Bluegrass State in all its splendor. So, whether your idea of a romantic weekend involves a city adventure brimming with activities or a slower-paced escape steeped in natural beauty, Kentucky’s got you covered.

Jan 2, 2025 | nashvillelifestyles.com | Trisha Boyer

The busy season is upon us, but these two resorts make it easy to get away and reconnect wit the person you love most. So, go ahead, pack your coziest layers and escape for a weekend of brisk strolls, fireside hangs, and gourmet meals. Barnsley Resort Barnsley Resort opened to guests in 1999, but the love story at the heart of this captivating property dates back nearly two centuries and permeates the storybook setting guests enjoy today.

Aug 13, 2024 | thelocalpalate.com | Lia Grabowski |Trisha Boyer |Emily Havener |Kendall Drobish

Explore the flavors and cultures that define the Palmetto State This trail, rooted in the rich traditions of the Gullah Geechee community, highlights seafood businesses and cultural landmarks along the coast. The project aims to preserve maritime heritage through extensive community engagement and collaboration, support Gullah Geechee-owned enterprises, and foster sustainable tourism.

Aug 13, 2024 | thelocalpalate.com | Lia Grabowski |Trisha Boyer |Emily Havener |Brittany Furbee

Celebrating 10 Years of the South Carolina Chef Ambassador Program The South Carolina Chef Ambassadors Program was launched in 2014 to promote the Palmetto State as a food destination. The program is jointly operated by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture and the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism.

Jul 22, 2024 | thelocalpalate.com | Lia Grabowski |Trisha Boyer

These Southern agrihoods provide residential connections to the land Imagine waking up and making an omelet from eggs you grabbed from the chicken co-op in your neighborhood. Then, you bike with the kids to school, pausing to admire a new baby cow in the pasture. You chat with neighbors who have similar values and interests, and then make your way to work with a lunch packed with freshly picked vegetables in your bag.