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Southern Living announces the winners of its eighth annual South's Best Awards, with Charleston, South Carolina voted the South's Best City for the eighth year in a row. Wilmington, North Carolina claims the top spot for the South's Best City on the Rise. The issue covers Best Cities, Best Small Town in Every State, Best New Restaurants, Best BBQ in Every State, and more. Matthew and Camila McConaughey are the cover stars, sharing their love of Texas and their new tequila.
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TOP SOUTHERN CITIES, NEW RESTAURANTS, BARBECUE JOINTS, TRAVEL STOPS, AND MORE REVEALED

COVER STARS MATTHEW AND CAMILA MCCONAUGHEY SHARE THEIR LOVE OF TEXAS AND A TASTE OF THEIR NEW TEQUILA

NEW YORK and BIRMINGHAM, Ala., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Living announces the winners of its eighth annual South's Best Awards, recognizing readers' favorite Southern destinations and experiences. For the eighth year in a row, Charleston, South Carolina has been voted the South's Best City, and for the first time, Wilmington, North Carolina claims the top spot for the South's Best City on the Rise. In-depth coverage of the winners appears in the April issue of Southern Living, on sale March 22 and on SouthernLiving.com here.

This year's South's Best Awards survey results reveal the South's Best Cities on the Rise, plus the Best Cities, Best Small Town in Every State, Best New Restaurants, Best BBQ in Every State, and more. The special double issue's cover features Matthew and Camila McConaughey talking about family, their connection to Texas, and the creation of their tequila brand, Pantalones.

"From the beaches and charm of Wilmington, North Carolina, our top city on the rise, to the hidden desert gem of Marfa, Texas, this year's South's Best Issue celebrates the places and experiences that define our beloved region," said Sid Evans, Editor in Chief of Southern Living. "We're thrilled to have Matthew and Camila McConaughey on our cover, whose love of the Lone Star State embodies the spirit of the South's Best Issue."

Highlights of Southern Living's 2024 South's Best Awards survey results are as follows:

South's Best Cities – Top 10
1. Charleston, SC
2. Savannah, GA
3. Nashville, TN
4. New Orleans, LA
5. Asheville, NC
6. Greenville, SC
7. Atlanta, GA
8. Austin, TX
9. Raleigh, NC
10. Orlando, FL
See the full list here.

South's Best Cities on the Rise – Top 10
1. Wilmington, NC
2. Franklin, TN
3. Spartanburg, SC
4. Huntsville, AL
5. Columbia, SC
6. New Braunfels, TX
7. Bowling Green, KY
8. Cary, NC
9. Alpharetta, GA
10. Bentonville, AR
See the full list here.

Best New Restaurants - Winner in Each State
Alabama: 1856 (Auburn)
Arkansas: Nosh Nola (Bentonville)
Florida: Norman's (Orlando)
Georgia: Brochu's Family Tradition (Savannah)
Kentucky: House of Marigold (Louisville)
Louisiana: Miss Shirley's Chinese Restaurant (New Orleans)
Maryland: Little Donna's (Baltimore)
Mississippi: Sambou's African Kitchen (Jackson)
North Carolina: Salted Melon (Charlotte)
Oklahoma: Nātv (Broken Arrow)
South Carolina: Vern's (Charleston)
Tennessee: The Pink Hermit (Nashville)
Texas: Veracruz Fonda (Austin)
Virginia: Birdie's (Richmond)
West Virginia: The Vandalia Co. (Charleston)

For methodology and more results from Southern Living South's Best 2024 survey, including the full lists in every category, visit SouthernLiving.com.

ABOUT SOUTHERN LIVING
Southern Living celebrates the essence of life in the South, covering the best in Southern food, homes, gardens and travel. Southern Living connects consumers to the region's rich culture through a robust multi-platform presence, including print, digital and social as well as its Biscuits & Jam podcast and licensing partnerships. Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Southern Living is part of the Dotdash Meredith publishing family.

 

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FAQ

What is the significance of Charleston, South Carolina in the Southern Living awards?

Charleston, South Carolina has been voted the South's Best City for the eighth year in a row in the Southern Living awards.

Which city claimed the top spot for the South's Best City on the Rise?

Wilmington, North Carolina claimed the top spot for the South's Best City on the Rise in the Southern Living awards.

What are some of the categories covered in the South's Best Awards?

The South's Best Awards cover categories like Best Cities, Best Small Town in Every State, Best New Restaurants, and Best BBQ in Every State.

Who are the cover stars of the Southern Living issue?

Matthew and Camila McConaughey are the cover stars of the Southern Living issue, sharing their love of Texas and their new tequila.

Where can readers find more in-depth coverage of the South's Best Awards winners?

Readers can find more in-depth coverage of the South's Best Awards winners in the April issue of Southern Living, on sale March 22 and on SouthernLiving.com.

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