Hometown Hospitality – Eva’s Restaurant
Whitney and Roy Easler are serving up Southern favorites, and preserving the legacy of Eva’s Restaurant. While not life-long residents of Summerville, Whitney and Roy Easler are very familiar with the area. The couple has frequently visited extended family here over the years and each time they visited, they fell more and more in love […]
Salted Pretzel Caramel Brownies
Warm caramel, salty pretzel bits and rich chocolate come together in this gooey treat. Ingredients For pretzel crust: 1 stick of salted butter, melted 1⁄2 cup flour1 cup crushed pretzel sticks1⁄2 cup brown sugar1⁄4 teaspoon baking soda For Brownie Layer: 1⁄2 cup unsalted butter8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate 1 and 1⁄4 cups sugar2 eggs room temperature1⁄2 […]
Pecan Praline Blondies
Brownie’s blonde sister with a classic Southern twist. Ingredients 1 cup butter2 cups brown sugar2 eggs, beaten2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 1/4 cups all purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt2 cups coarsely chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9×13 baking pan with shortening or line pan with parchment paper then grease […]
The Things We Keep
Inspired by the seemingly ordinary items last touched by her beloved grandmother’s hand, photographer, Stephanie Shank’s images reveal the values of a generation. The pale blue thread that once spun at dizzying speed on the spindle atop the Singer sewing machine, now sits idle on the wooden spool. The room around it is empty. The […]
The New Kings of Heavy Metal
Using the tools of their trade, three monarchs of metal make art from the ordinary Jason Elam What’s in a name? Shakespeare says a rose by any other name smells just as sweet. But Shakespeare never met Jason Elam. He is an ironworker, and proud of it—so don’t call him a steelworker. There is a […]
Natural Beauty
Tucked into Downtown Summerville, a small home is rich with attention to detail. In the oft-instagrammed world of hygge—a Danish and Norwegian word that reflects the mood of coziness, wellness, and contentment, minimalist interiors are regularly eschewed for homes that feature blankets, books and baskets galore, among other things. But at Jessica and Benjamin Maier’s […]
A Fresh Start
With determination and creativity, a local artisan carves a life for herself making all-natural, small batch skincare products. Every so often in life, we come to a crossroads of deeply impactful decisions. More significant than the day-to-day choices we face, these meaningful moments define who we are, what we stand for, and where we want […]
On the Rise – Cat Strickland
With fierce vocals, unrelenting drive, and definitive talent, Cat Strickland is one to watch. If you have found yourself at a cafe, restaurant, bar, or outdoor venue in Summerville in the last few years, it is likely you have discovered one of Summerville’s best kept secrets: the unyielding talent that is Cat Strickland. With her […]
SWEET TEA FRIED CHICKEN
SWEET TEA FRIED CHICKEN Ingredients Oil for frying 3 cups water 3 teabags 1/4 cup sugar 3 lbs fryer chicken pieces 2 cups all purpose flour 1 tbsp garlic salt 3 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning, divided 1 tsp poultry seasoning 1 tsp pepper 1 tsp paprika 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup buttermilk lemons for garnish […]
FRIED CHICKEN AND GRITS
Fried chicken and grits. Nuff said. Ingredients For Sauce: 1 green bell pepper 1 red bell pepper 1 vidalia onion 1/3 cup butter 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1/2 tsp salt 1/8 tsp pepper 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup cream cheese 1/8 tsp paprika Yellow stone ground grits, prepared For Chicken: Oil for frying 4 […]