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A deeply personal episode stepping away from food to share a story Jesse has carried for nine years, with a message about mental health, awareness and the importance of knowing […] <p>The post The Story I’ve Carried for Nine Years. first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

We’re stepping away from the big, flashy food scene to spotlight one of Savannah’s hidden gems. Jesse’s guest is Cristine Tindall, owner of a charming French-inspired café tucked along Bay […] <p>The post Savannah’s Cafe M: A Visit to Paris on the Riverfront first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

There are a lot of great eats along Savannah’s Riverfront…if you know where to look. Some of the best in the city lie at the Plant Riverside District. 13 Outlets […] <p>The post Review: Myrtle and Rose Rooftop at Plant Riverside District first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Hilton Head restaurateur Amanda Cifaldi gets real about rising costs, steady crowds, and survival in a very volitile F&B landscape. <p>The post Hilton Head Chef/Owner Amanda Cifaldi first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

This topic could get me us in a little bit of trouble. But it shouldn’t. There are some advantages and disadvantages to enjoying each. Like what? I’m glad you asked. […] <p>The post Savannah vs. Hilton Head Food Scenes: The Tale of the Tape first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse is joined by Matt Roher, Food and Beverage Director for Sea Pines Resort, to talk about just how much planning and strategy goes into providing meals for 10-15 thousand […] <p>The post Behind the Food Scene at 2026 RBC Heritage first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse is joined by Nashville recording artist Hannah Dasher who is not only about to release to new album, but also her first cookbook. It’s called Stand by your Pan […] <p>The post Nashville Recording Artist Hannah Dasher Set for Savannah Homecoming first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse is joined by Kenny Lyons, President of the Neighborhood Dining Group, the group behind Husk as well as a new Modern Steakhouse set to open in Savannah Spring of […] <p>The post Savannah’s Newest Steakhouse: Marbled and Fin first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse is joined by Elena and Sonny Hughley who created Two Birds Greek Street Food a few years back and become a huge hit on both sides of the Savannah […] <p>The post Celebrating Greek Independence Day with Two Birds Greek Street Food first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse is joined by Sam Kochan and Kristen Miklinevich, co-owners of Bordertown BBQ, a brand new Texas style BBQ spot set to open in Beaufort end of February 2026. We […] <p>The post Beaufort’s Bordertown BBQ first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Margaret Crenshaw, Hilton Head Island Native and local realtor stops by to talk about her recent eats including some Restaurant Week dining and a hidden gem in the Mexican food […] <p>The post Mondays with Maggie: A visit to Ombra, Off the Radar Mexican and More…. first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

You’d be hard pressed to find someone who does more to preserve Gullah Culinary Culture in the Carolina Lowcountry than BJ Dennis. A Charleston native who now lives in the […] <p>The post Celebrating 30 Years of Gullah Culture on Hilton Head Island: A chat with Chef BJ Dennis first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse is joined this week by Chef, Restaurant owner and Emmy Award Winning Kardea Brown. She talks some of the highs and lows in her journey to this point and […] <p>The post Food Network Star Kardea Brown Prepares for Visit to Hilton Head Island first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse chats with Natalyn Chmielewski, a Bluffton-based cottage baker who’s been cooking up a storm and creating some seriously sexy breads….right out of her own kitchen. <p>The post Seaside Sourdough: Bluffton’s Hidden Gem first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Maggie is hibernating this winter. As such, she’s been cooking up a storm at home. Breads from scratch, soups and more. She shares some of her favorites, plus her spot […] <p>The post Mondays with Maggie: Cooking at Home and Maggie’s Favorite Salmon Dish first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse and Maggie talk about her love of Mediterranean food and the spots she enjoys most. Including her visit to Casablanca Mediterranean Grill. Jesse shares a preview of a very […] <p>The post Mondays with Maggie: A visit to Casablanca Mediterranean and a preview of our VIP Tickets to HHI Seafood Festival first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

A special episode for anyone wanting to visit Beaufort, South Carolina and the Sea Islands. Campfire Tyler is a native and a local musician. It doesn’t hurt that he is […] <p>The post Beaufort’s Campfire Tyler: Musician and Foodie first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse and Maggie reconnect in the new year talking about their eats on New Years Day plus Jesse’s romp across Hilton Head Island in search of the area’s best Oyster […] <p>The post Mondays with Maggie: New Years Eats and Oyster Happy Hours first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse and Maggie return after a week away to talk about some Christmas eats during the holiday and Jesse’s dining options on his road trip across the country. <p>The post Monday with Maggie: Christmas Eats and Diary of a Road Trip first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse is joined by freelance writer and Hilton Head Island resident Brooke Peck to talk about some of her favorite culinary experiences and meals over the course of 2025. <p>The post Some Top Eats on Hilton Head Island for 2025 first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

By some accounts, 80% of the members of the food and beverage industry have documented struggles with mental health issues. At the same time, 17% report problems with substance abuse. […] <p>The post Mental Health issues in the industry – A discussion with a Savannah Chef first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse and Maggie discuss his visit to Nunzio on the island last week, plus she shares some of her secrets for her world famous pecan pie. And a preview of […] <p>The post Mondays with Maggie: A visit to Nunzio and Maggies Pecan Pie Secrets first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

In this episode, Jesse puts the food aside for a moment to share a story that goes back to his days in High School in Miami, Florida and the guy […] <p>The post Remembering The Mavericks Raul Malo: 40 Years of Pride first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

We caught up with one of the old timers in and around Savannah, his name is Jason Restivo. He is co-owner of one of Savannah’s more popular small restaurants called […] <p>The post Podcast: Sobremesa’s Jason Restivo first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>

Jesse and Maggie catch up after a week away discussing her visit to a local Lobster Roll shop, as well as a few other bites. Jesse, meanwhile shares his thoughts […] <p>The post Mondays with Maggie: A Great Lobster Roll and a Visit to Starbird’s Miracle Pop Up first appeared on Eat It & Like It .</p>