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Did you know Savannah has the oldest bar in Georgia? Check it out
The oldest bar in Georgia is a Savannah hotspot . Not only is it connected to the state's founder, it's also tied to a world-renowned novel. What is Georgia's first bar? In its list of the oldest bars in every state, VinePair identified The Pirates' House as Georgia's first. It's housed in an old inn and tavern founded in 1753 as the state became more established, welcoming in more visitors. The inn and tavern grew out from what was the Herb House, built in 1734 as a home to the gardener of what was the first public agricultural experimental garden in America, which was established by Georgia's founder James Oglethorpe in 1733. How did the Pirates House get its name? As Savannah became a thriving seaport, the inn/tavern was a popular destination for sailors. The Pirates' House also has a connection to perhaps the most popular pirates book ever written: Robert Louis Stevenson's "Treasure Island." It mentions multiple times how one Captain Flint died in Savannah drinking and being merry. It's believed the Pirates' House was the inspiration for this piece of backstory. Pirates House menu As a bar, the Pirates' House has a full menu of drinks including featured
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Savannah hotel bar receives global recognition
The Wayward bar at Savannah’s Perry Lane Hotel is now in rare air. The hotel bar earned a global recognition for excellence among cocktail bars. The Pinnacle Guide recently gave the bar a 1 PIN distinction, making The Wayward one of 29 bars worldwide recognized in the latest review. “This recognition is a tremendous accomplishment for The Wayward and a reflection of the passion, creativity and dedication our team brings to the guest experience every day,” said Drew Dutoit, general manager of Perry Lane Hotel, in a press release. “Earning a place among The Pinnacle Guide’s recognized cocktail bars speaks to the exceptional work happening on both sides of the bar and our continued commitment to delivering distinctive food and beverage experiences in Savannah. We are incredibly proud of the team for achieving this milestone.” The 1 PIN distinction was awarded through an evaluation process and anonymous reviewing experience. The Pinnacle Guide’s distinctions go up to a 3 PIN rating. Out of the 29 bars awarded this year, only five earned the 2 PIN distinction. Bars earning distinction came from 11 different countries. Announcement of The Wayward’s recognition came alongside an announcement to boost the food and beverage experience across
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Real Ingredients, Real Heart at Unforgettable Bakery & Café
Local baker and philanthropist Belinda Baptiste serves up cake and connection. Makeup by Ginger Fawcett/Blush Hair & Makeup Artistry. Unforgettable Bakery & Café is a not-so-well-kept local secret. It’s tucked into an unassuming space in the Forest Park Shopping Center off Eisenhower Drive, where chef/owner Belinda Baptiste and her team have been producing delicious cakes, cookies, breads, soups, and healthy juices since 2009. She earned the attention of the James Beard Foundation, which named her a semi-finalist in 2023, the year it added the Outstanding Bakery category. She now ships her pound cakes nationwide.
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Michelin Guide recognizes Old Town Bluffton restaurant for delicious food and good value
BLUFFTON — Okàn, the airy, elegant West African- and Caribbean-inspired restaurant in Old Town Bluffton, earned the Bib Gourmand designation in Michelin's American South guide, an award for restaurants that serve "great food at good value." It's the only restaurant in Beaufort County to receive the honor this year.