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Fattening Up for Fat Tuesday
The Glass Onion head chef and owner Chris Strewart is an eighth generation Alabama native. Growing up that close to New Orleans certainly has had some influence on his culinary journey and his...
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Happy Valentine’s Day
It seems that Valentine’s Day is and always has been associated with sweets. Chocolate, candy, desserts, you name it; this is the day for all things sweet. Whether it’s a one-day indulgence, or its...
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It’s Still Winter
Everywhere I look, folks are in denial; citrus rind brews, tropical fruit ales, spiced saisons. C’mon kids. It’s not yet spring! I check my weather app to find a real feel of 32 degrees. As my gaze...
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Business of Barbecue
Last month the West Ashley-James Island Business Association (WAJIBA) held its first meeting of 2016 and welcomed City of Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg as the guest speaker. About 120 people turned...
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All Things Tropical
To be frank, there are a TON of fruit beers on the shelves these days. Fruit beer is not new, and I believe I wrote back in 2007 or 08 about fruit and vegetables as adjuncts and additions in brewing....
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An American Strong Beer
There are several styles of beer that beg to be enjoyed here at the end of winter. The cold months of the New Year is the time to seek out those strong brews. And nothing is better, and few are...
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Happy Challah Day
Dining In Kosher Catering in West Ashley is hosting a “pop-up café” this weekend when they whip up their famous challah bread for It’s A Challah Day Brunch, which will include several creations made...
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Revival Of The Brews
Old world charm, fabulous restaurants, sightseeing, southern hospitality; those are just some of the many reasons why Charleston is a destination second to none in the south. For those presently living...
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To Drink Or Not To Drink Guinness
Lately quite a few of my friends have been resorting to Guinness while at the bar. These are seasoned beer drinkers, who are in the know. Although many people are intimidated by Guinness due to its...
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High School Culinary Team Places First in State
Two West Ashley High School Culinary Arts Teams participated in the 14th Annual South Carolina ProStart Invitational March 6-8 at the North Charleston Convention Center. The WAHS ProStart Culinary Team...
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A Springtime Dilemma
Spring has finally sprung. The weather is all over the chart, some good, and some bad. Warmer days, cooler nights, sun, rain, wind, we’ve got it all. During these wildest of pre-summer months, which...
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High Five For Mellow Avondale
In March of 1974 Richard Nixon was still president of the United States. Months later he would resign amidst the Watergate scandal. While Washington D.C. was wrapped in turmoil, 640 miles away in...
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Happy Birthday To The Craft Beer Standard
Thirty-five year ago in a tiny metal warehouse in Chico, Calif. our hero began work on his second batch of beer. Having already brewed up a version of an English stout, he decided to shoot for a less...
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A Tasty American Treat
Full disclosure friends — I had my first Bell’s Oberon of the year this week. I know, I know. I can hear it now: Beer Snob, it’s just barely spring! Hey, that’s a wheat beer!!! Dude, aren’t you a...
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Make the Shift
Lowcountry Local First (LLF) kicked off its 5th annual Eat Local Month and the Eat Local Challenge on Friday, April 1. Sign up is now open for the Eat Local Challenge, which will take place during the...
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Yoga and Brews Come Together in West Ashley
The Charleston County Parks & Recreation Commission invites local residents to come by Old Towne Creek County Park in West Ashley after work for a couple of cold ones at Brewsday on select Tuesdays...
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Don’t Passover A Good Meal
Later this month, Jews in West Ashley and around the world will celebrate Passover, by commemorating the story of the Exodus in which the Israelites were freed from slavery in Egypt by God, under the...
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Give Us Hops
A new acquaintance recently asked me for beer recommendations. Now, this is something I feel quite comfortable doing, and I attempt to be as snob-less as possible when someone genuinely is interested...
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It’s Tea Time
Charleston’s oldest Tea Room continues beloved tradition this week as the 63rd annual Tea Room and Gift Shop sponsored by St. Andrew’s Parish Church (Old St. Andrew’s) began on Monday and will be open...
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Fry ‘Em Up
Grace United Methodist Church holds its annual fish fry and bake sale on Saturday, April 16 from 4-6 p.m. The church, located at 1601 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., welcomes the public to their Fellowship Hall...
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