Co-founder of Discovering Coastal Georgia
Based at: St. Simons Island, Georgia
Expertise: Writer, Digital Content Creator, Photographer
Professional Background & Experience
Pam enthusiastically covers Georgia’s 100-mile coast, sharing where to stay, eat, and explore – from events and tours to historic sites and natural landscapes. She loves uncovering hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path experiences that delight both visitors and locals.
With over ten years of experience writing about Southern food, Pam’s interests naturally lean toward the region’s foodways and traditions. Her site, Biscuits and Burlap, features 400+ articles along with her food photography. The content encompasses original recipes she’s developed, classic Southern dishes, and stories on food history and events.
Through Discovering Coastal Georgia, Pam aims to engage readers and encourage exploration beyond typical tourist spots. She is passionate about preserving local land and traditions, and about supporting regional agriculture and mariculture.
Pam has contributed to articles in Travel + Leisure, Daily Mail, Parade, and Fox News, and her photography has been featured on Foodgawker.
Ecotourism & Conservation Philosophy
Pam is inspired by the coastal landscapes and the communities she writes about. Though still learning, she is committed to understanding and sharing practical ways to support eco-tourism and conservation. Her work highlights local growers and makers and the efforts of those who are helping preserve the region’s natural and cultural heritage.
She is a proud member of the St. Simons Land Trust.
What Readers Will Find on Discovering Coastal Georgia
- Destination guides with insider tips and ideas for making the most of your time in a location.
- A strong focus on fun with lists of things to do and events.
- Local seafood, other food and foodways unique to the region – think blessing of the fleet, dive bars, long-standing breakfast spots.
- A very active and up-to-the-moment social media presence. Instagram and Facebook are favorites and local events, new businesses, eco-tips and photography tips are all featured prominently.
- An actively managed Pinterest account. Many travelers do their research on Pinterest and Pam helps them find coastal Georgia.
For more personal background, see Pam’s full “About Me Page”
A note from Pam:
“I welcome recommendations for spots to explore or stories to learn more about. I’m always interested in meeting new people and experiencing new places in this special area that I call home. Please feel free to reach out.”
