Retail Therapy: Derby Party
Written by: Kristen Constantineau | Photography by: Photography by Anne, Inc. The first Saturday in May plays host to one of the South’s most famed events: the Kentucky Derby. And […]
the bluff Spring / Summer 2021
Three parts mouth-watering, equal parts entertaining, and two parts inspiring with a dash of humor for good measure, and you’ve got the Spring / Summer 2021 edition of the bluff. […]
Meet our May Artist in Residence
On May 17, we are excited to welcome our May Artist in Residence, Annie Moran, an artist and designer whose work celebrates the nature and culture of her native Louisiana. […]
The Art of the Mint Julep
A Kentucky Derby party isn’t complete without a mint julep in hand. Historically known as a “spirited morning picker-upper,” the mint julep was also used for medicinal purposes. Once used […]
Behind the Design: Inside an Overlook
Quintessentially Southern, the Overlook features generous two-story porches with lake and park views that exemplify casual summer living and chic yet relaxed design. The Overlook’s flexible home plan wraps around […]
From Dusk to Dawn
Bats are mysterious creatures of the night. Flying silently above our heads, they swoop and dive, snatching insects and eating them mid-air. Bats, misunderstood and unfairly feared, have an extraordinary […]
Eye to the Sky: March
February was an exceptional month for bird watching, even with the cold, wet weather we experienced. American robins and tree swallows were seen in massive flocks feeding on holly, wax […]
From the Farm: Winter Chef Picking
On February 24, Palmetto Bluff Farm Manager Shane Rahn hosted the final winter farm picking for Palmetto Bluff’s chefs. “They picked all of the winter crops, which included beets, kale, […]
In the Field: 2021 Burn Season
Southeastern ecosystems have evolved alongside periodic wildfires that helped to shape the landscape. As a result, many native species have adapted to tolerate or even require fire for natural ecosystem […]
Meet our April Artists in Residence
Stephanie Fees // Scratch Pasta Company On April 5, we are excited to welcome our first April Artist in Residence, Stephanie Fees, of Scratch Pasta Company. A native of Lynchburg, […]
