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Book Review: Service Included: Four-Star Secrets of an Eavesdropping Waiter, by Phoebe Damrosch

A chat with one of Charleston's blooming artistic talents, plus a peek at her work

Whisk Bakery brings the old city closer yet to her Euro roots with deep, rich coffee and fresh pastries best enjoyed nice and slow

A Bedtime Story I Can Live With

Last night, I was sick of politics. Fed up with the over-coverage, the polls that read like stock tickers, the media. Then I found this...

Wine + Food Festival: Then & Now

As The BB&T Food & Wine Festival is about to kick off its 7th festival, author Holly Herrick reflects on memories of festivals past, even as she looks forward to the next delicious event, 3/1-3/4

God's Chandelier

Last month, my mother held a family contest. The fact that my brother never named his fishing boat was apparently a topic of some concern for her....

Cool Weather Perfect for Pastry, Pears and Savory Tarts

Cooler temperatures bring the desire for soulful, satisfying fare. Try this free-form Beefy Pear, Roquefort, and Walnut Tart, pungent with black pepper and bresaola for hungry winter bellies.

2011: A Banner Foodie Year in Charleston

A round-up of my favorite local dishes of the year, from perfect panna cotta to the hands-down best burger in town

Making Peace With a Dress Disaster

What do you mean I can’t wear a bra with my gown!?” I asked the smirking sales clerk. “Any undergarment will show through,” she said with a “duh” inflection. “Didn’t you realize that when you ordered