We enjoyed the southern charm of Savannah ’s beautifully restored old neighborhoods
with over 20 city squares, cobblestone streets and Spanish moss covered
trees. The ornate iron work on fences
and balconies of homes and buildings were works of art not seen in new construction
in this day and age.
A trolley tour of the city was filled with historical information
about famous people, such as Juliet Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts
of America. The trolley also took us past the bench where Forrest Gump sat with
his box of chocolates. Our tour guide
also told us tales of pirates and haunted places.
At Bonaventure Cemetery
There was an Earth Day
celebration at Forsyth Park , the largest park in Savannah . The centerpiece of this 10 acre park is its ornamental fountain which was constructed in 1858.
At the marketplace along the riverfront, we
were offered free samples of freshly made sweet and nutty pralines. As much as
our travels include sights, history and the natural beauty of our country,
there is also a local Foodie obsession. While dining at A.lure restaurant, we
were served some incredibly light and luscious southern biscuits accompanied by
sweet butter with raspberry and smoked paprika jam. Pete ordered the shrimp and
creamy stone ground grits with bacon, peppers, onions, and leeks. I had the
slow braised pork shank with roasted garlic and goat cheese grits, charred
tomato demi glaze and haricots verts. As Rachel Ray would say, “Yumm-o!”
For lunch one day, we chose the Gryphon Tea
Room which is owned by the Savannah
College of Art and Design and staffed by their students. It is a great little restaurant in a restored
turn of the century apothecary shop. They served pots of tea and three-tiered
trays of tea sandwiches, scones with Devonshire cream and strawberry preserves
and an array of delectable mini sweet treats.
We departed Savannah very satisfied and...maybe a few pounds heavier!
Next stop, St. Augustine, Florida!
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