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Two New Restaurants Coming to Downtown Charleston

Even though numerous businesses have suffered immensely throughout the past year, there seems to be some hope. The restaurant scene in downtown Charleston is coming alive again and adding some fresh new faces. Check out these two new restaurants coming to Charleston this spring.

Coterie, located in downtown Charleston, recently opened at 17 Warren Street. Coterie serves up a fusion of Indian and American cuisine with a southern twist like their Okra and Paneer Malai or Bombay Shrimp and Grits. They also have delicious craft cocktails and provide outdoor seating for patrons to enjoy. The restaurant is open from 5:00pm – 11:00 pm for dinner service.

Brasserie le Banque is set to open this spring at 1 Broad Street. This French brasserie, owned by the Indigo Road Hospitality Group, will serve classic French pastries for breakfast in combination with a coffee bar and will also provide lunch and dinner for restaurant-goers.

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Zero George Offering Cooking Classes Every Weekend

Zero George, a boutique hotel fitted with a popular restaurant and bar, is now offering cooking classes every weekend. This intimate experience is a must-do for culinary connoisseurs or anyone who is looking to sharpen their skills in the kitchen while indulging in delicious food.

The classes are led by Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo and his Sous Chef Tyler Chavis. They take place in their quaint 1804 kitchen carriage house every Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Each class is $150 per person and features a stunning three course meal that includes a wine tasting.

According to Zero George, “the two-hour, Multi-Course Tasting Menu Experience showcases Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo’s masterful touch with fine dining. This tucked-away gem serves up some of Charleston’s biggest flavors and most bold dishes from undoubtedly the tiniest professional kitchen around.”

Classes fill up fast – click here to book your cooking class with Zero George today.

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New Culinary Space Created to Help Charleston-Based Small Businesses

Ghost Kitchen Charleston just recently opened their doors in February 2021. But, you can’t exactly go there for your next date night. Ghost kitchens provide kitchen space for food trucks, small businesses, caterers, chefs and more.

While customers cannot visit the 5,000 square foot culinary space for a meal, it is frequently used as the hub for small businesses to prepare meals for various food delivery services.

According to their website, Ghost Kitchen Charleston’s “team is comprised of experienced members of the Charleston Food and Beverage community who want to build a space that supports the wide variety of food-based entrepreneurs in the Lowcountry.”

Ghost Kitchen offers everything from kitchen cooking stations rentals to food storage to parking and electrical outlets for food trucks.

The owner of Ghost Kitchen Charleston, Steve Wenger, is eager to help small businesses in Charleston succeed. In a statement, Wenger said “my mission is to help small businesses grow and be successful while making their lives easier.”

Interested in reserving a space at Ghost Kitchen Charleston? Visit their website for more details or give them a call at (843) 872-9598.

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Where to Find the Best Cajun/Creole Food in Charleston

Cajun/Creole food isn’t just for Mardi Gras! These Charleston-based restaurants are serving up some of the best southern Louisiana staples all year round.

LoLA

Located in North Charleston’s Park Circle, LoLA is home to Low Country Louisiana cuisine. Some of LoLA’s staples include Creole Jambalaya, Shrimp and Andouille Mac and Cheese and Classic Muffuletta. Finish off your meal with a delicious dessert of Beignets for a classic Creole sweet treat.

Cafe Roux

Cafe Roux, a self-proclaimed “mobile kitchen,” is famous for their traditional southern Louisiana food. Order their Chicken and Sausage Gumbo, Blackened Alligator or Creole Red Beans and Rice and get transported straight to New Orleans. You can either place an order online or visit the food truck on Sullivan’s Island.

Charleston Caribbean Creole

The Charleston Caribbean Creole food truck fuses both Caribbean and Creole food. From Creole Fried Catfish Baskets to Charleston Creole Gumbo to Crawfish Tacos, Charleston Caribbean Creole has it all. The food truck is normally stationed at 3316 Ashley Phosphate Road but occasionally travels to other areas around the Charleston area. Check out their online calendar to see where you can catch them next.

Gillie’s Seafood

Who knew James Island was home to some of the best Creole/Cajun food in Charleston? Gillie’s Seafood, located at 805 Folly Road, has an extensive Creole menu. Try their Seafood Purloo, Okra Gumbo or Catfish Charleston – you won’t be disappointed.

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Find a Slice of Heaven at the 5 Best Places for Pie in Charleston

National Pie Day is coming up on January 23rd and what better way to celebrate than with a little slice of heaven. Here are some of the best places to get your fill this year!

Bakehouse Charleston

Bakehouse Charleston prides themselves on their “New American Bakery” concept, utilizing some of the best ingredients possible. Some of their staple desserts include seasonal pies. Their seasonal pies include Mississippi Mud, Chocolate, Classic Pecan and Lemon Almond Meringue.

Kaminsky’s

Kaminsky’s is a dessert-lovers paradise. From milkshakes to cakes to sundaes to cobblers, they really have it all. But, their pies are out of this world. Try their Bourbon Pecan Pie, Coconut Cream Pie or Tollhouse Pie and see what you’ve been missing.

Peace Pie

Peace Pie provides the best of both worlds – pie and ice cream. Their ice cream sandwiches are layered with pie filling and are the perfect handheld treat. Peace Pie also offers both pickup and delivery options so you don’t even have to leave the house.

Sugar Bakeshop

You can’t go wrong with Sugar Bakeshop. Their fresh-to-order year-round pie flavors include pecan, chocolate bourbon pecan, buttermilk, lemon meringue and chocolate. They also have different seasonal flavors that change throughout the year.

Zombie Bob’s Pizza

Don’t have much of a sweet tooth? No worries! Head over to Zombie Bob’s Pizza in West Ashley to sink your teeth into one of their delicious pizzas (not to mention one of the largest pizza slices in town!). Pair it with a brew from Frothy Beard Brewing and it’s a match made in heaven. They are also offering takeout and delivery options.

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Charleston’s Restaurant Week Has Begun

South Carolina’s annual restaurant week has officially begun. Each year the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association hosts a week-long celebration of local restaurants in various cities across the state, where participating restaurants provide special menus and pricing on some of their most popular items.

This year’s event will last from January 7th to January 17th. Foodies can find either lunch or dinner menus ranging in price from $10 to $55 depending on the number of courses and chosen restaurant.

Some of this year’s participating restaurants include 5 Church, Grace and Grit, High Cotton, Slightly North of Broad and Vicious Biscuit. Each restaurant has fully customized their restaurant week menu to create a tailored and indulgent experience for restaurant-goers.

It’s no secret the restaurant industry has suffered immensely during the course of the past year so we encourage people to support some of Charleston’s local hotspots during this year’s restaurant week.

Hungry to help out? Click here for a full list of participating restaurants and their restaurant week menus.

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Charleston Restaurants Serving Thanksgiving Meals

A variety of Charleston restaurants are serving up delicious Thanksgiving dinners for you and your family to enjoy this year. Choose between a sit-down dinner at your favorite Charleston hotspot or pick up some side dishes to round out your Thanksgiving meal.

For those individuals who do not want to lift a finger this Thanksgiving holiday, many Charleston restaurants are also providing full Thanksgiving meals to go. Here are some Charleston restaurants serving up Thanksgiving meals around town.

Caviar & Bananas

A full a la carte menu provides you with the power to pick and choose what you want for your Thanksgiving meal. From whole turkeys to cornbread dressing to mashed potatoes and gravy to blueberry cobbler, you can find something for everyone. Be sure to place your order by November 21st.

Crave Kitchen and Cocktails

Offering a “Take and Bake” menu, Crave Kitchen and Cocktails can do most of the heavy lifting on Thanksgiving. Pick an entree, appetizer, two sides, and a dessert to complete your Thanksgiving dinner this year. They are also offering options for both pick-up and delivery.

The Dewberry/Henrietta’s

Looking for a sit-down dinner in someone else’s dining room other than your own? The Dewberry is providing a family-style Thanksgiving meal in the beautiful dining room at Henrietta’s. Make a reservation for either 1:00 PM, 3:30 PM, or 6:00 PM.

Edmund’s Oast

For just $245, you can get a full Thanksgiving Dinner package to go. Edmund’s Oast is providing classic dishes like green bean casserole, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie. They are also adding their staple beer Something Cold to their package in addition to three bottles of wine – all of which are available for curbside pickup on Thanksgiving Day.

High Cotton

Traditional Thanksgiving dishes meet southern staples at High Cotton’s sit down Thanksgiving meal. Enjoy classic dishes like stuffing, sweet potatoes, and corn pudding, or opt for Charleston favorites like shrimp and grits, she-crab soup, and broiled oysters. High Cotton will be open on Thanksgiving day from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM so, be sure to make a reservation soon.

Other Charleston restaurants offering Thanksgiving meals and side dishes include Butcher & Bee, Dockery’s, Home Team BBQ, Magnolia’s, Mercantile and Mash, and Zero Restaurant.

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Netflix’s “Chef’s Table” to Feature This Charleston BBQ Icon

You’ll soon be craving BBQ because Netflix’s “Chef’s Table” has decided to feature Charleston icon, Rodney Scott. For their seventh season, it’s all smoked and juicy barbeque. The local and fan-favorite, Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ will make its debut on the streaming service come Sept 2.

Scott will be highlighted alongside world-renowned names for BBQ. The fellow chefs and pitmasters hail from all different corners, each with a unique take on grilling. As the show airs, it will take you through their dishes as well as the stories behind them. Netflix is teasing viewers with a short preview.

Charleston’s Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ has been officially smoking hogs since 2017. Though Scott is no newbie when it comes to grilling. He’s been behind the smoke since he was 11-years-old. In the restaurant’s first year of operation, it was named one of the 50 Best New Restaurants by Bon Appetit Magazine. Come 2019, Scott had opened up a second location in Birmingham, AL. This isn’t Scott’s first time on screen, as he’s made appearances on The Today Show helping Al Roker feed folks affected by devastating tornadoes in Alabama.

Folks can taste the classic BBQ at the King Street locale, as well as classic sides like potato salad, baked beans, coleslaw, collard greens, and hush puppies. Open for guests Monday – Sunday from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. The restaurant’s motto is that “Every day is a Good Day,” so there’s no wrong time to grab a plate of smoked BBQ.

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