What's your favorite South County flavor? Is it our salty, fresh seafood, our local wine, our craft brews or a refreshing Del's lemonade on a hot day? Food lovers will find many delights in South County, Rhode Island this weekend.  From a five course dinner paired with Australian wines to various options for celebrating Mother's Day to a breakfast paired with bird watching.  Here are some ways to get a taste of South County:

dining viewFriday, May 6: Australian Wine Dinner at the Coast Guard House

The chefs at the Coast Guard House have created a dinner menu featuring a five course menu paired with select Australian wines. Experience dining at one of South County's landmark restaurants - with a view of the ocean from almost every angle. The sunsets from here are so romantic! Click for details.

South Kingstown- Anne Babineau - o-o-oriole Saturday, May 7: Bird Walk and Breakfast at Maxwell Mays

Start the morning off with an early bird walk through the beautiful Maxwell Mays Wildlife Refuge. Hear Scarlet Tanagers, Baltimore Orioles, warblers and more as we explore the upland forest. Following the walk enjoy a scrumptious fireside breakfast at the lakeside cabin, then head back out onto the trail to do a little more birding. Click for details.

s4 Sunday, May 8: Mother's Day Brunch/Lunch and Dinner Ideas

If you're visiting mom in South County, RI or visiting South County with mom, don't forget to teat her to a Mother's Day meal this Sunday. There are many delicious options. Meadow Brook Inn is hosting a Mother's Day Jazz Brunch, Celestial Cafe is hosting a locally sourced Mother's Day Brunch, Theater by the Sea's Bistro by the Sea is hosting a Mother's Day Brunch and the Preserve at Boulder Hills is hosting a Mother's Day lunch/dinner buffet with a complimentary glass of Prosecco.

jack_salmon_pic_2Thursday, May 12: Taste of North Kingstown

From land to air to sea, let your taste buds soar by sampling food from North Kingstown Chamber member chefs and restaurants! TEN31 Productions will be providing their strolling statue performers and DJs from MIXX 99.3 will be providing music. Click for details.

sparkling_wines_2 Friday, May 13 and Saturday, May 14: Ocean House: From Vine to Wine: Off the Beaten Track: White Wines

This seminar will investigate the wine regions and white grape varietals that are from the road less traveled. Discover how these wines are made and learn about their geography, history and flavors with the Ocean House Sommelier as your expert guide. Click for details.