Kitty Deschanel | Food, Wine, and Travel Adventures in an Airstream Basecamp

Where to Eat in Charleston, SC Planning a trip to Charleston? This historic coastal city is a foodie paradise, offering everything from Lowcountry classics to gourmet donuts, fresh seafood, and farm-to-table dining. Here’s our list of the best places to eat in Charleston, based on our week-long culinary adventure. Top Charleston Foodie Highlights Nigel’s Good Food – Famous for Bam's Gumbo and Lowcountry Ravioli. Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit – Southern biscuits served fresh at the Historic Charleston City Market. Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams – Creative flavors like Brambleberry Crisp and Raspberry Rose Jelly Donut. Glazed Gourmet Donuts – Inventive flavors including The Red Nosed Goat and Sweet Corn Blueberry. The Grit Counter – Customizable grits with bold flavor options like Pimento Cheese and Smoked Gouda. Fair warning though - you know when you're thinking about Southern food, it can lead to... A Change in Plans Step 1: Sexy Nerd and I have way too muc...

Dreaming of a farm-to-table experience on an actual farm? Sexy Nerd and I have discovered Field & Vine, an Oregon company that hosts special dinners and events. Don't get too attached to Bessie over there... Clarification: Bessie is a cow over in the field, not me. You cannot see the cow in the photo. Again, I am not Bessie. What is Field & Vine? Field & Vine produces seasonal farm-to-table dinners in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, partnering with local farmers, vintners, and chefs to create multi-course outdoor feasts. Tips for Booking Reserve early—events often sell out months in advance. Dress in layers for evening outdoor dining. Bring a camera for vineyard sunset shots. A Night of Culinary Connection and Wine-Fueled Friendships Last July, on a quest to conquer Oregon's wonders and combat adulting fatigue, we stumbled upon the "Dinner in the Field" event at Marion Acres hosted by Field & Vine. This wasn't your average dinner party;...

Were you one of the lucky few to join us last weekend? Move over elephant seals because the Santa Lucia Highlands Sun, Wind & Wine Festival at Mer Soleil Winery was the highlight of our trip to California. To be honest, I almost hate to share this one. There were no crowds and no lines, which is rare for a festival of this caliber. I want to keep it a secret all to myself. I'll let you in on it, but don't tell anyone else, okay? SN and I attend food and wine events around the world. Although not as well known as others, such as the Santa Fe Wine and Chile Fiesta and Cherry Creek Al Fresco, the Sun, Wind & Wine Festival is one of the best we've had the pleasure of joining. Sun, Wind & Wine Festival: The Setting The Santa Lucia Highlands is located inland from Monterey, CA in an area rich in farmland. The cool, windy climate is ideal for producing wine, especially pinot noir and chardonnay.  Here, multi-generational winemakers from different families focus on sust...