“This could be someone’s last meal. Make it the best one you’ve ever cooked.” That’s the daily mantra for chef Chris Meyer of Merrill Gardens in Mount Pleasant. For chefs like Meyer, Jacob Schor of Wellmore of Daniel Island and Steve Klatt of Franke at Seaside, preparing food for residents in senior living communities no longer consists of the bland casseroles and overcooked … [Read more...]

La Hacienda is a beloved family restaurant with multiple locations and a 30-year legacy, serving authentic flavors with a side of fun and true hospitality. Here in Mount Pleasant, “LaHa” has built a reputation not just for great food, but for welcoming customers like family whenever they step through the doors.The North Mount Pleasant location underwent a full remodel and … [Read more...]

We all know the fiercest rivalry in the South is between Clemson and the University of South Carolina on the gridiron. For the same bragging rights, there’s another hotly contested battle simmering in kitchens across the country: Who makes the ‘real’ tomato pie, the North or the South? Much like Tiger orange or Gamecock garnet, these pies represent two different styles, each … [Read more...]

In 2014, 18-year-old Nate Lewis y Arbona found his way into the food and beverage industry when he landed his first job as a host at Buffalo Wild Wings in Columbia, Maryland. Interacting with so many people felt awkward in the beginning, he said, since he had been homeschooled. It wasn’t long, however, until the shy, quiet young man blossomed into an outgoing and friendly host … [Read more...]

Just in time for football season, Buffalo Wild Wings has opened its new Mount Pleasant destination, located in the former Outback Steakhouse at 715 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Open every Sunday through ...Wednesday from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight, fans can catch every game on one of their big screen TVs while enjoying pub grub and a cold … [Read more...]

Game days are right around the corner, and with that, you need the perfect place to watch your favorite teams win. It would be a bonus if you had some good food and drinks to enjoy during those crunch time moments. After all, you can never go wrong with tasty eats, refreshing beverages and quality company. With game day almost here, we’ve assembled a list of some top spots east … [Read more...]

In anticipation of cooler fall weather, staff members at Mount Pleasant Magazine shared our favorite chili recipes. Try them all and take the poll on Instagram @mountpleasantmagazine to help decide the winner. Stacey McLoughlin's Chili Brand ambassador Stacey McLoughlin brought the heat with her go-to. INGREDIENTS: • 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey • 1 small onion, chopped • 3 … [Read more...]

Whether throwing a tailgating party in the backyard or outside the stadium this football season, these essentials will rack up points on the scoreboard. Food What’s on the menu is of equal importance to the game. The presentation is what will earn the winning touchdown.If grilling burgers and hot dogs or smoking barbecue and wings, serve on melamine trays alongside a … [Read more...]

Below you’ll find a quintessential Lowcountry summer recipe, tomato pie. It comes direct from the legendary cookbook “Catering to Charleston: Cherished Recipes from a Premier Southern Caterer,” penned by Hamby Catering & Events Founder Frances Ellison Hamby. Tomato Pie Makes 8 servings INGREDIENTS:1 (9-inch) deep dish pie crust, baked 3 large tomatoes, peeled, … [Read more...]