A magazine covering the American South is holding a competition for “Best Culinary Town in the South,” and Covington has made it to the finals.
After thousands of votes were cast during the publication’s initial Readers’ Poll at The Local Palate, Covington advanced from a field of 15 culinary destinations across the South to the final round. Now, you’ve got until 11:59 a.m. on Friday to make Covington the winner.
The magazine’s annual competition celebrates the best and brightest culinary towns across the South. It focuses on communities where visitors can discover exceptional restaurants, farmers’ markets, home goods stores, wine shops, classic Southern dishes, outstanding bars and vibrant food cultures.
“This recognition is a testament to the incredible chefs, restaurant owners, brewers, bakers and entrepreneurs who have helped make Covington one of the region’s premier dining destinations,” Covington Mayor Ron Washington said in a statement. “Our culinary community continues to attract visitors from across the country, and we’re honored to be among the finalists. We encourage everyone who loves Covington’s food scene to cast their vote.”
The winning town will be featured on the cover of The Local Palate’s special edition on the South’s Best Culinary Towns, which will hit newsstands on December 15, 2026. Previous winners include Lafayette, La. and Jackson, Miss. You can vote by clicking here.
