The Spirit of Summer is Tequila

LALO takes tequila forward by taking it back to its honest roots. by Jane Reily MountPhotographs by Meredith Wiksell, Courtesy of LALO TEQUILA  The margarita is America’s most popular cocktail, and it holds a special place for us during the summer heat. Tequila, which lifts the cocktail into its signature taste, is synonymous with Mexico.  […]

LALO Fresh Paloma Recipe

2oz LALO Tequila3-4 oz Sparkling Water2oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice0.5 oz Fresh Lime Juice0.5 oz Agave SyrupPinch of SaltGarnish with a lIme Wedge Add LALO, lime juice, grapefruit juice, sweetener, and salt to an ice-filled shaker tin. Shake to chill and dilute. Strain into an ice-filled Collins glass. Top with sparkling water. Garnish with a lime […]

‘Pon Top Edisto Inspired Brunch

Recipes shared from the ‘Pon Top Edisto: Cookin’ Tweenst The Rivers cookbookwith permission from Trinity Anglican Church, Edisto Island SC. Get your copy of this treasured collection of recipes from Trinity or at the Edisto Museum gift store.  Crab Quiche INGREDIENTS3 tablespoons butter, melted3 tablespoons minced green onion1/2 cup water1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon black pepper1/2 […]

Cafe de Fleur

A new cafe blossoms in the heart of Flowertown.By Eboni JohnsonPhotography by Bianka Lamb Café de Fleur is a brand new coffee shop/café pleasantly located on West Richardson Avenue, right in the heart of downtown Summerville. Upon entry, customers are welcomed with vibrant artwork, and stunning natural lighting that eloquently shine against the white walls. […]

Above Board

Charcuterie boards are having a moment right now and with good reason. They are beautiful, versatile and nothing says “let’s gather” quite like the board. Smoked Oyster Cheeseball INGREDIENTS 1 can smoked oysters, drained8 oz cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon curry powder 1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley PREPARATION Combine all ingredients […]

Savory Apple Galette with Onions, Gouda, and Thyme

Apple Cheese galette recipe

For the Crust INGREDIENTS1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour  1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper 8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces 4 tablespoons ice water 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water PREPARATION Combine dry ingredients in the bowl of a standing mixer. Using a small whisk, mix breifly […]

Apple & Fig Galette

Meet pie’s carefree, cousin, the Galette.  A term used in French cuisine, galette refers to a flat, round or free-form “crusty cake.”  With a single crust casually folded over sweet or savory fillings, it delivers all the bold flavors of fall and the buttery,  flakey goodness of pie – minus the fuss. Here imperfection is […]

Savory Apple Galette with Chicken

Savory Apple Galette recipe

Meet pie’s carefree, cousin, the Galette.  A term used in French cuisine, galette refers to a flat, round or free-form “crusty cake.”  With a single crust casually folded over sweet or savory fillings, it delivers all the bold flavors of fall and the buttery,  flakey goodness of pie – minus the fuss. Here imperfection is […]

Caramel Apple Galette

Meet pie’s carefree, cousin, the Galette.  A term used in French cuisine, galette refers to a flat, round or free-form “crusty cake.”  With a single crust casually folded over sweet or savory fillings, it delivers all the bold flavors of fall and the buttery,  flakey goodness of pie – minus the fuss. Here imperfection is […]

A Heart for Harvesting

By Eliza Chapman Bailey Right outside of St. George sits Gruber Farms and a family whose heart for community farming has been beating for over 60 years. For those who grew up in an agrarian community, shucking corn, snapping string beans, hulling peas, and storing produce for leaner times were rites of passage. Once the […]