Pickleball Expansion
Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort completed eight new pickleball courts! This expansion brings the total number of courts to 16, all lighted for night ... Keep Reading
Dining
Discover Virginia Wines
The central part of Virginia hits the “sweet spot” for viniculture. If your fall road trip to or from the Lowcountry takes you through Virginia, it’s ... Keep Reading
Beyond Sake: How to Pair Wine with Japanese Cuisine
Japanese restaurants are ideal destinations for groups with different food preferences. Sushi and sashimi provide the opportunity to experience the ... Keep Reading
Better Together: Delicious Cocktails with Local Ingredients
Did you know that Hilton Head Island is home to a brewery, a distillery and a winery? Tucked behind the airport on the north end of the Island, ... Keep Reading
Pairing the Right Wine with Oysters
What you need to know to create the perfect pairing. Exploring oysters on the half shell has become just as adventurous as sampling wines. Thanks ... Keep Reading
Liquid Refreshment at Your Next Celebrations
Create the perfect drink station to celebrate joyous occasions. June is the month for hosting joyous celebrations: graduations, showers, weddings ... Keep Reading
Spanish White Wine
Stuck in a white wine rut? Let’s go to Spain to solve the problem. Interestingly, Spain has more land devoted to vineyards than any other ... Keep Reading
Shrimp & Grits & Wine
Pairing the perfect wine with this traditionally Southern dish is surprisingly easy. It took thousands of years for the Lowcountry’s distinctive ... Keep Reading
An Art Lover’s Day Trip to Savannah
Interested in taking a day trip to Savannah, GA? Are you an art lover? Than it's well worth the 45 minute drive to the Hostess City of the South. ... Keep Reading
The Lowcountry Oyster Trail Comes to the Hilton Head Area
Hilton Head Island's iconic mollusks take center stage as part of this new culinary heritage experience. “May River oysters are close to ... Keep Reading
Elderberry Wine
Kick off the New Year with a taste of this iconic berry, which is loaded with antioxidants and vitamins. Bare and crooked in the winter, the elder ... Keep Reading
Understanding Wine Flavors
Natural chemicals produced by fermentation give vintages their distinctive taste. Wine is made from grapes, but why doesn’t it taste like grapes? ... Keep Reading
A Taste of Italy: Discover the Secrets of Pairing Italian Food and Wine
When pairing wine with Italian food your first instinct may be to match red wine with red sauces. However, strong garlic flavors don’t mingle well ... Keep Reading
Oktoberfest-Friendly Wines
Whether you’ve been to the real deal in Germany or celebrated in a beer garden, the following fun facts should enhance your next Oktoberfest ... Keep Reading
Pairing Wines with Chili
True Texas Chili Texas is the birthplace of chili, and anyone raised in the Lone Star State knows beans or pasta in chili is strictly forbidden. ... Keep Reading
Summer Reds
In August, Hilton Head Island reaches peak heat with tropical humidity—making it the perfect time for red wines! While a red wine on a steamy summer ... Keep Reading
Weddings, Wine & Wisdom
At Island Winery, we often meet brides seeking the perfect wine for their special day. Some want local wines to give their wedding that authentic ... Keep Reading
Madeira Magic
Madeira, a delicious wine with a fascinating history, holds a special place in the traditions of Savannah, and was a centerpiece of high ... Keep Reading
Wining and Dining at Santa Fe Café
The Santa Fe Café is known for its unique New Mexican cuisine and Roof Top Cantina. Their wine and beverage menu is one of the best on the Island, ... Keep Reading
Gullah Wines
Several years ago, I had the opportunity to chat with a woman of Gullah heritage. I told her I recently opened a winery on the Island and that I ... Keep Reading
Italian Winemaking
Italians did not invent wine, but they certainly perfected it. Passionate about the things with which they surround themselves—art, romance, food ... Keep Reading
The Mule: An All-Occasion Drink with a Kick
Mule drinks seem to be making a comeback. The Moscow Mule, named such for its use of vodka, was created in the 1940s, when a vodka distributor and ... Keep Reading
Music & Wine
Can background music affect the taste of wine? The latest research says yes! A growing body of scientific evidence shows that what people taste when ... Keep Reading
How Healthy is Red Wine?
In the early 1990s, the “French Paradox” made headlines, and began the trend that put red wine in a healthy light. The paradox was that the French ... Keep Reading
Punch’s Past: From Refining Rum to a Christmas Tradition
Punch is a fascinating and old beverage that looms large in our history. The earliest discovered use of the word dates back to 1632. In the ... Keep Reading
Late Night Eats on Hilton Head
After a great day on the beach, or an afternoon of shopping, why not go out for the perfecting end to your day. Hilton Head may seem like a ... Keep Reading
Pinot Alternatives
Attention Pinot Grigio drinkers! If this is your “go to” wine when dining out I completely understand. It is reasonably priced, consistently ... Keep Reading
Cork poppin’ good: A guide to pairing wine with BBQ
By Georgene Mortimer, Island Winery Are you going out for barbeque tonight and thinking about washing it down with an ice-cold beer? Well, think ... Keep Reading
How to Pair Wine with Shrimp
By Georgene Mortimer, Island Winery On Hilton Head Island, we love our shrimp! Our fresh local shrimp are some of the tastiest in the country. So, ... Keep Reading
Nightlife on the Island: Where to go & What to do
During the day the sun blazes down on the beaches. At night a cool breeze rolls through making Hilton Head’s temperature just perfect. So if you're ... Keep Reading
Bartender Profile: Andrew Kyse
Hilton Head's best bartenders take a step out from behind the bar to tell us a little about themselves. [bartender_bio name="Andrew Kyse" ... Keep Reading
Where to Eat in Coligny
If you’ve been laying on the beach all day and start to get a little hungry, or need a drink, then head on over to Coligny. With such a wide array of ... Keep Reading
Bartender Profile: Bill Alberts
Hilton Head's best bartenders take a step out from behind the bar to tell us a little about themselves. What was your first ... Keep Reading
Bartender Profile: John Wasem
Hilton Head's best bartenders take a step out from behind the bar to tell us a little about themselves. What was your first drink? Just a ... Keep Reading
Bartender Profile: Adam Nemetz
Hilton Head's best bartenders take a step out from behind the bar to tell us a little about themselves. What was your first drink? 7 & ... Keep Reading
Dining at the Sonesta
From outdoor bar and grills to indoor restaurants, the Sonesta takes pride in its dining options. “The feedback that we receive from all ... Keep Reading
