Eat, Drink, and Remarry: Memories from a Lifetime of Art, Class, and Southern Charm

by Patricia Altschul

In this enchanting memoir, Patricia Altschul, the “dowager countess” (The New York Times) of Bravo’s Southern Charm, reveals the exciting adventures of a storied life—from working as an academic and art dealer to her three marriages, to her star turn on the show—offering candid anecdotes, memorable bon mots, and exclusive tales of high society.

Long before she was the undeniable fan favorite on Southern Charm, reigning over the young and decadent cast well-known to Bravo fans everywhere, Patricia Altschul lived a life of glamor, romance, and intrigue. Now, she is ready to reveal it all in this intimate and high-flying memoir.

As one of the great and high-powered private art dealers of the late 20th century, Patricia blazed her own path from Virginia, Washington, and New York’s Upper East Side to her historic home in Charleston, South Carolina. Along the way, she forged close friendships with notable tastemakers such as fashion legend André Leon Tally and Mario Buatta, the interior designer known as “The Prince of Chintz.” Patricia has been embraced as a style icon and a fun-loving authority on manners, Martinis, and living the best life. In Eat, Drink, and Remarry, she recounts with wit, class, and an abundance of sass how she has remained true to herself throughout her very charming life.

Genres: Memoir, Nonfiction, Biography Memoir

240 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 11, 2025

Reviews

[Megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was so good! I didn’t want to stop reading. Patricia had lived such an interesting life. I couldn’t believe all the fun and once in a lifetime experiences she’s had. She’s such an interesting woman.

[BONNIE SMITH · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love her on the show, now I love her in the pages.

Yes to all her funny ancedotes and sass, Ms. Patricia is #goals.

[Marika · Rating 3 out of 5]

A delightful book! The author is more than she seems or is portrayed on the reality show Southern Charm. Miss Patricia has a Master's degree in both art history and archeology and was at one time an assistant professor of art history at George Washington University. Full of wit, charm and advice. You don't have to have been a viewer of SC to appreciate this book.

*I read an advance copy and was not compensated

[Alysson · Rating 2 out of 5]

My toxic trait is that I’ll read every Bravo book, no matter how bad it is.

[Krisha · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such an enjoyable read! I picked it up expecting a light, entertaining memoir, but it turned out to be so much more. She has lived an extraordinary life, filled with fascinating experiences, sharp wit, and wisdom that goes far beyond what reality TV viewers might expect.

What really struck me is how much more there is to her than what we see on Southern Charm. Through her stories, I learned a lot—not just about her personal journey, but also about elegance, resilience, and living life fully on your own terms. Her humor and candor make the book a joy to read, and it gave me a new appreciation for who she is.

This was a delightful, insightful memoir that’s both fun and inspiring. Definitely worth the read!

Thank you NetGalley & Gallery Books for sending this book for review consideration.

[Lea Tirrell]

(audiobook) bb inspired me to listen to this, and now I feel ready to binge this season of southern charm or maybe even a full series re-watch

[Julia K · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great easy read from Miss Pat. Her sense of humor comes through and was interesting to hear about her life in more detail.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you #Netgalley for the advanced copy! As a Southern Charm original fan, I was excited to get an early read to learn more about Ms. Patricia's life. And wow! I had no idea the life she has lived! She has accomplished so much both professionally and personally. I can't believe the situations she has been in, the friends she has made through her travel journeys and the connections she has well before her Bravo career. Such a business savvy women that so many could learn from!

[JANELLE · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love watching Miss Pat on Southern Charm and was excited to read this memoir.

It was so much more than I expected - her story is amazing, she's had such a fascinating life and I really enjoyed learning more about her. She's so accomplished professionally with many connections and fun travels. Her words are witty and entertaining.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publisher for a temporary, digital ARC in return for my review.

[Holly A Sowinski · Rating 4 out of 5]

The saying “don’t judge a book by its cover” applies to my perspective on Miss Pat. Her upbringing and world view is much different than I pegged based on the snippets we see of her from Southern Charm. I really enjoyed learning more about her past! Her memoir is well-written, entertaining, and informative.

Only negative of the book was the chapter talking up her groundbreaking kaftan collection, her gin endorsement, and her Home Shopping Network collection.

[Kristen Barfoot · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this read! I didn't know really anything about Ms. Pat outside of what is portrayed on the TV Show Southern Charm.

She led quite the full life full of education, an incredible career in the art world, and beautiful, fun relationships - both romantic and friendly.

Great pacing of the book and I loved her little Ask me Anything style though the book as well.

My only complaint is that I REALLY wish Ms. Pat narrated it herself!

[Gabi Baer · Rating 4 out of 5]

As a longtime fan of Southern Charm, reading Miss Pat’s book was an absolute must for me! Coming from someone who actually works in the antiques business, I found her adoration for antiques to be the highlight of the book. My only slight critique is that I truly wish she had narrated the audiobook herself.

Overall, it was a really entertaining, quick read. Miss Pat is just as great on paper as she is on screen!

[Katherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

I don’t watch Southern Charm, but I follow it. I always wondered how Patricia got involved and where the money came from… now I know her story and I like and respect Patricia. This reminds why telling stories matters.



***I received a free ARC of this e-book from Gallery Imprint and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.*** 

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a fan of Southern Charm I was excited to hear that the matriarch of the show had written a memoir.

She has led an extraordinary life, possibly a little embellished, but a fun read all the same.

I love to ask me anything segments at the end of each chapter. Real life advice from Ms Pat that we all can use.

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved learning about Ms. Patricia's interesting life! We get the same sass and etiquette lessons I've come to love from Southern Charm, while also learning about her personal journey and professional accomplishments. Enjoyed the audiobook narration too (even though she doesn't narrate).

Thanks Simon Audio for the gifted copy.

[Kara · Rating 4 out of 5]

I would have given it 5 stars if Patricia had read it herself.

It was what I expected. Lots of name dropping and using words that I am not really sure what they mean.

I enjoyed hearing about her early life and everything that lead her to being the Patricia that we know and love on Southern Charm.

[Maria Gallagher · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Must for Southern Charm Fans

This clever book is a must for Southern Charm fans. Patricia is as elegant on the page as she is on television. Her life story is fascinating—a pure joy to read about. I hope more books are in her future!

[Macy Hunt · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such a fun read! I love Southern Charm so I knew this would be entertaining. Ms Patricia shares her life story and advice. I found her writing over my head at some points but overall was such an easy non-fiction read.

[Brittany Baker]

southern charm was my pregnancy binge watch so it felt fitting that miss patricia’s book would be a great naptime listen! miss pat is an interesting lady with an even more fascinating story - we get merely the surface on the show. my only complaint is that she didn’t narrate!

[Brittney · Rating 4 out of 5]

“My mother always said you are the company you keep, so it looks like I’m a B-list F###boy!”. I literally laughed out loud when I read that line.

This book is everything I hoped for and more. You get to see where Ms. Pat came from and what led her to Charleston. Behind the caftans and the glam, there's real depth, and it was so refreshing to read about the woman behind the persona. Funny, sharp, and surprisingly heartfelt, this memoir gives fans a glimpse into the life of a true Southern icon.

[Kathryn Connolly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved Patricia’s book!! So many interesting experiences and cool historical references

[Mandy Perret · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it and couldn’t put it down. It tells so many great stories and what an accomplished life. I also loved the pictures. She is an interesting woman and the book was a quick read.

[Patti · Rating 3 out of 5]

Exactly what you would expect. Mildly entertaining.

[Jessi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fascinating read - what a life Miss Patricia has led! I only wish she’d been the one to read the audio book!

[Pam Boyd · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a fan of Miss Patricia and Southern Charm, I was delighted. There is much, much more to this fabulous woman than the series reveals. I had no idea.

[Abbey Dearden · Rating 4 out of 5]

LOVE THIS GIRLY. She has such an interesting background

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting to read about Ms. Patricia's background and life story. A few too many name drops for my taste.

[Leslee Hale · Rating 3 out of 5]

I loved hearing her story! She did a beautiful job at telling it.

[Kasey · Rating 2 out of 5]

Mildly boring at times. Enjoyed as a southern charm fan. Would not have probably otherwise