While she was here we decided to drive up to Savannah to spend an entire day exploring the historic district via Old Town Trolley Tour. I had no idea the city was so close by (only 150 miles north of Jax) and so enchanting! The two dozen quadrants that make up the historic district were not touched by the ravages of war -- leaving centuries old stone streets, quaint buildings, river architecture, parks, monuments, etc. for us to enjoy. Some of the highlights of our day included: Touring the home of Girls Scouts founder Juliette Gordon Lowe, visiting the green fountain in Forsythe Park (dyed in honor of St. Paddy's Day), being denied both lunch AND dinner reservations at Paula Deen's famous "The Lady and Sons" restaurant, trolling the shops/taverns/sights along River Street, and gobbling up some fabulous, gooey, warm homemade taffy at Savannah Candy Kitchen. (Side note -- I purchased a half-price pashmigna at a little boutique and STILL haven't worn it). It was a long and tiring day, but Jules and I both loved the time we spent in the city. I can't wait to go back!
After a hard day at the beach (notice the scorched chests), dinner at Bonefish Grill was in order. My plate of portofina chop w/garlic mashed and edamame was so drool-worthy I had to take a picture...
We discovered there is a Budweiser Brewery on the north side of the city that offers free tours and complimentary tastings. We learned all about brewing processes, company history and ingredients like hopps, rice, wheat and barley. (Dontcha know they grow some of those essential crops in Minnesota and ship 'em on down to the South?) During our tour we also got to see areas of production in action. On our way out we met Larry the Clydesdale, a 2,000 pound replica of Budweiser's famous and legendary mascot.
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