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Star Spangled Spritzer
Ingredients Instructions Note: You can easily make a big pitcher of this ahead of time and have your guests serve themselves! Just mix equal parts white wine and sparkling wine, a healthy splash of Limoncello, and prepared fruits together in…
Lombardo’s in Myrtle Serves Up Old-School Italian
By Tammie Hughes I’ve visited most of the Italian venues along the Grand Strand and there’s no shortage of authentic places to grab a plate of pasta, but if you’re looking for old-school vibes and great food—then Lombardo’s should be…
Lowcountry Shrimp & Grits with Tomato Gravy
By Tammie Hughes Real southern grits are amazing, with a coarser grain and heartier consistency, much like Italian polenta, when compared to the “quick-cooking or instant” white, bland varieties. I highly recommend the Heritage Stone Ground Yellow Grits from Palmetto…
Gettin’ Gritty With Chef-Owner Frank Kline of Mt Pleasant’s Grace & Grit
By Tammie Hughes I was immersed in enjoying the last bites of the Fried Oyster Rockefeller appetizer and dipping hushpuppies into the decadent white wine, lemon, and herb broth of the Bull’s Bay Clams with Roasted Pork Belly when owner…
Lost in the Labyrinths of Kolkata’s Local Markets – Shopping Local in My City of JoyLiving Like a Local: How to Find Authentic Experiences in Any City
By Srijani Mitra Kolkata, a city nestled in the eastern part of India, is my hometown. Indubitably, it is called the City of Joy as it effortlessly blends the joyous elements of life. Coalescing tradition with the extravagance and chicness…
A Culinary Escape to Paradise—6 Restaurants to Visit on Hilton Head Island
By Tammie Hughes When you travel around Hilton Head Island, you’ll often see mentions of “paradise,” which becomes apparent after your first visit. There is something special about the island. HHI is approximately 12 miles long and 5 miles wide,…
Olé! We Tried 5 Store-Bought Salsa’s and There Is a CLEAR Winner!
By Tammie Hughes Five shelf-stable salsas, all medium heat, were chosen to review. They were judged based on appearance, texture, flavor, and heat profile. Our top two contestants played hardball, but overall, there was a definite winner! Mateo’s has a…
Rioja and Beyond—Five Spanish Wines To Try Now
By Tammie Hughes Rioja is heralded as the most produced and exported Spanish offering, primarily using the Tempranillo grape and aged in American or French oak. The Gran Reserva (Rioja) is rich, lush, and fruit-forward; it is usually casked in…
¡Bien Hecho! Visit Cantina Imperfecto For Upscale, Authentic Mexican Fare
By Tammie Hughes Cantina Imperfecto is not your average Mexican eatery. Its modern design elements complement the experience and give the place a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. I asked co-owner and managing partner Carlos Laredo about the design. “We hired…
Lavender Honey Cream
Ingredients Instructions 1. Add the botanical spirit, lavender honey syrup, heavy cream and egg white to a cocktail shaker and dry-shake (without ice) vigorously.2. Add ice and shake again until well-chilled.3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.4. Garnish with a…
Easy Fresh Salsa—In a Pinch! (Pico de Gallo)
By Tammie Hughes Ingredients 4 Medium Tomatoes, Chopped1 Medium Sweet Onion, Diced Finely2 Garlic Cloves, Minced2 Fresh Jalapeño, Seeded And Chopped⅓ Cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro 1 Tsp. Ground CuminJuice of 1 Lime Juice of ½ LemonSea Salt and Black Pepper…
The Sasee Strawberry Basil Martini
A fresh, bright, fruity martini accented with basil, fresh lime, and topped with a tiny bit of sparkle. Ingredients Courtesy of Froth and Bubble Mobile Bar Co.www.frothandbubblebarco.com
3 Places to Enjoy a Delectable Easter Sunday Meal in Myrtle Beach This Year
Recipe by Tammie Hughes Black Drum at Kingston Resorts has assembled a nice family-style menu starting with a well-curated Charcuterie Table Plate offering that includes imported and specialty cheese, rabbit sausage and dry-cured pork collar, house mustard, blueberry lavender preserves,…
Daniela’s Downtown—Charleston’s New Community Deli & Market
By Tammie Hughes Chef Natasha Cline and her partner recently sold their King Street venue, Uncork, and Natasha couldn’t be happier to trade in the night shift for early mornings and sunny afternoons. Nestled among the revitalized area of Cannonborough—Elliotborough,…
Lazy Icebox Good Cake—An Easy Easter Dessert
Recipe by Tammie Hughes It’s amazing what you can do with a box and a few other packaged goods! Home cooks are always looking for ways to save time, and “shortcut, lazy cooking” is here to stay. This Easter, after…
Rosé Roundup — Just in Time for Spring
Recipe by Tammie Hughes On a recent trip to Total Wine®, I was pleased to encounter a nice selection of rosés. My mind drifted from the bold cabernets, luscious merlots, and spicy pinot noirs to the light, crisp whites and…
Cucumber Basil Martini
Courtesy of Froth and Bubble Mobile Bar Co.www.frothandbubblebarco.com Ingredients
Skip Into Spring with Fresh Produce — Seafood Pasta Alla Primavera
Recipe by Tammie Hughes In our coastal community, we are all eager to embrace the warmth of spring and all of its fresh and light flavors, from delicate herbs to tender greens and early harvests of asparagus, young peas, and…
Visionary Baker Gives Rise to Restaurant Group — Heidi’s Corner (Hook & Barrel, Croissants Bistro & Bakery, Coffee & Cream Cabana)
By Tammie Hughes Heidi Vukov was on the heels of a work trip when she carved out time to chat with me. We grabbed coffee at her lovely adjacent Croissant’s Bistro & Bakery and headed over to a quiet space…
Cherry Sour
Courtesy of Froth and Bubble Mobile Bar Co.www.frothandbubblebarco.com INGREDIENTS: CHERRY SIMPLE SYRUP COCKTAIL INSTRUCTIONS: CHERRY SIMPLE SYRUP Place the cherries, sugar, water, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over low-medium heat and stir until the…