Cinco de Mayo is one of everyone’s favorite days of the year. We Americans don’t mind taking a reason to celebrate the day beloved to our neighbors to the south. La Hacienda in Mount Pleasant has just undergone a face lift and can’t wait for patrons to celebrate with them this time around. This local favorite opened its first restaurant location in North Charleston 30 years … [Read more...]
The Sweet Spot: Find a Little Bit of Everything at Dulce
Dulce Churros, Ice Cream and Cocktails offers a feast for the senses. This posh boutique dessert bar in Mount Pleasant is Instagram-ready. “Dulce has a little bit of everything. It makes you smile when you walk in,” said owner Yesenia Leon. “The aesthetics are great. We have a cherry blossom in the middle of the restaurant. There are two flower walls, neon writing signs and … [Read more...]
Cachita’s Kitchen: Running Down a Dream
Charleston’s culinary scene has grown substantially over the past decade. With the introduction of food trucks, world-class chefs and unique dining experiences, it is possible to eat different delicious food every single night of the week. Cachita’s Kitchen is proud to join the ever-evolving culinary culture that is flourishing in the Lowcountry. Started by Erik Hernandez and … [Read more...]
Cheers to Bakies at I’On
Walking into Bakies at I’On, I instantly felt like I was home. This incredible bakery is the only business storefront within the famous neighborhood that’s set inside a house, which might have something to do with it. The people and the delectable scratch-made treats further contribute to the cozy atmosphere. Owner Gail Holdcraft originally opened the business on Coleman … [Read more...]
Try Something New this Easter: Salmon Romesco
Burtons Grill’s Salmon Romesco Romesco Sauce (enough sauce for 2 servings) 1 ounce whole garlic cloves, blanched 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 ounces roasted red pepper (rinsed and drained) 2 tablespoons almonds (sliced and toasted) ¼ cup red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper ¼ teaspoon Tabasco 2 tablespoons … [Read more...]
Lorelei: Shem Creek’s First Restaurant
It doesn’t get much better than this: a great seafood dinner, a waterfront view, a stroll along the pier and a drink at a dockside bar. The scores of visitors at Shem Creek every night are testament to the fun and flavor that the iconic site — dotted with local haunts that spotlight all that was mentioned above — offers. However, it’s a far different scene than the one there … [Read more...]
Meet the Chef Denis: Crutchfield Tavern & Table
Tavern & Table’s new executive chef knows his way around a kitchen. Denis Crutchfield hails from northern California, where he took an interest in cooking at a young age, learning the ropes from his Mexican grandmother. On moving to L.A., he continued to hone his skills at Craft Los Angeles, founded by Tom Colicchio of Top Chef notoriety, and he quickly worked his way up to … [Read more...]
It’s Getting Chili: A Taste of Fall from Mount Pleasant Leaders
As the temperature begins to drop and pumpkin patches begin to pop up on street corners, the smell of chili wafting through the crisp air is nothing out of the ordinary. Although chili makes its way onto the menu of many local restaurants, it is in the kitchens of Lowcountry residents where this dish is truly appreciated. For decades, the South has been a hotspot for chili … [Read more...]
SAVI Somm: I don’t typically like Chardonnay, but…
The most verbalized phrase sommeliers hear from guests is, “I don’t typically like chardonnay, but this one is good.” There’s a good reason for it, too. Chardonnay to a winemaker is like clay to a sculptor. The funny thing is, I also catch myself saying it when chardonnay is offered to me. But truth be told, the wine style that made me decide to explore this amazing world of … [Read more...]
The New Islander 71 Restaurant: Back to Island Time
For over five decades, the Isle of Palms Marina has been a hotspot for sandy feet and sun-kissed skin. What started by the Finch family as a boat launch and marina, slowly evolved into a local hangout with a little restaurant where fishermen could kick off their flip-flops and mingle. During the glory days of Isle of Palms in the ‘70s, Wild Dunes began to put the small island’s … [Read more...]