Enjoying Sunshine and Sourdough: Our Hilton Head Adventure

Wine & Whiskey
Apr 13
2 min read

Updated: Jul 22

Snow blankets our driveway in this webcam image, captured on a chilly April morning.

While New Hampshire wrestles with its annual identity crisis—part snowstorm, part mud season—we’ve been basking in the non-slushy goodness of sunny Hilton Head. We traded boots for sandals and snow shovels for pool loungers. Honestly, it was the best decision to escape NH this April.

The Blissful Rhythm of Hilton Head

Days here follow a blissful rhythm. We lounge by the pool, soak up that glorious Vitamin D, and sip fruity cocktails (or maybe bourbon, depending on the hour). We’ve been savoring the local flavors, indulging in fresh shrimp from the south, sourdough bread, and bagels from a small RV kitchen. Dining out has led us on a delightful journey to explore the best bites Hilton Head has to offer.

Expanding Our Circle

One highlight of this trip has been spending time with friends we met back in 2022 at the resort. They now own a site here, allowing our social circle to expand like a well-fed sourdough starter. Thanks, Chat, that was a great line! It’s been so much fun meeting new folks and swapping stories under the palm trees instead of the usual pine trees.

We were thrilled to welcome Auntie Lorraine and her golden retriever, Pepper. They drove up from Florida for their annual springtime visit. Bell and Pepper became instant best friends, enjoying nonstop playtime, tail wags, and sunny doggy naps. Watching them romp around was pure joy.

A Northern Reunion in the South

As if the universe wanted to sprinkle in a little extra magic, we met up with a couple of Wolfeboro clients-turned-friends who also escaped the never-ending chill of New Hampshire. It feels like a mini northern reunion here—with much better weather!

Loving Our Time Here

We say it every year, but we truly do love it here at the Hilton Head Motorcoach Resort. The warmth—both literal and figurative, the friends we've made, the food we've enjoyed, and the fun we've had is everything we need to recharge before eventually heading back north. But not too soon, please!

Sorry, NH… you’ll have to get through April without us.

Baking in the RV Kitchen

The RV kitchen has been buzzing since I, Wine, brought my beloved bubbly companion along for the ride. Unfortunately, Hilton Head’s hot and humid weather threw me a curveball. My first batch of dough definitely over-proofed. I had to take that as a learning moment. But I refused to be defeated by climate-induced sourdough drama. I regrouped, started fresh, and redeemed myself with beautiful loaves. I’ve also whipped up bagels a couple of times and even made crispy sourdough crackers that disappeared almost as soon as they were out of the oven.

RV Baking Tip

In warm, humid weather, your dough can rise much faster than usual. Keep a close eye on it, and consider putting it in the fridge for part of the proofing time. This way, you can slow things down and avoid the dreaded overproof.

Although the space is small, this tiny kitchen has produced some big flavors—and I’m not done yet!