The secret to why the Charleston area offers so many fine dining experiences is because much of the produce srve in local restaurants is grown locally. Even a number of marvelously flavorful heirloom vegetables—those old, open-pollinated varieties that have stood the test of time—harvested from local farms and gardens show up in the kitchens of Charleston's finest restaurants.
The tastes of Charleston are easily available to residents and visitors, alike, through a number of public venues. Perhaps the most popular is the Charleston Farmer's Market. The park at Marion Square in downtown Charleston is the perfect setting for the Farmer's Market. Nestled beneath beautiful trees with plenty of room for families to gather and children to play, the event comes to life each Saturday morning, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering an abundance of the freshest local produce, as well as plants, herbs and cut flowers. While strolling through the Farmer's Market, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast, brunch or lunch and listen to a variety of live entertainment. The Farmer's Market also offers an amazing assortment of juried arts and crafts, providing the best selection and most talented local artisans. The celebrated Charleston Farmer's Market is produced by the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs.
Just across the Cooper River, the Mount Pleasant Farmer's Market offers another perfect opportunity to buy fresh, locally grown produce while enjoying the afternoon with your loved ones. Open on Tuesday evening beginning at 4 p.m., this family-friendly event showcases the area's treasure trove of fruits, vegetables, flowers, preserves, dips, breads, pies, and numerous other delectable treats. Savor a fresh meal prepared by one of our irresistible food vendors while enjoying live music. Also available for your assistance are the Clemson Extension Master Gardeners. This event is sponsored by the Town of Mount Pleasant.
While in Mount Pleasant, you may want to stop by Boone Hall, one of America's oldest working plantations, which has continously grown crops for over 320 years. Once known for cotton and pecans, the plantation still actively produces peaches, strawberries, tomatoes, and pumpkins, as well as many other fruits and vegetables for visitors to buy. Boone Hall's U-Pick fields are open in season, and operate two produce stnads on both sides of Highway 17, just north of Mount Pleasant.
Also convenient to Johns, Seabrook and Kiawah Islands is Freshfields Village. Fresh produce, butcher-cut meats, convenient location for sundries, books, or for a quick cup of coffee. Freshfields Village has the down home friendliness of Mayberry and Main Street. As they say at Freshfields Village, come shop at the crossroads of uptown and down home!
Housed in a spectacular setting on Broad Street which features arched doors, eighteen foot ceilings, mahogany paneling and 150 year old heart of pine floors. The menu, composed of traditional items such as Steak Tartare, Shrimp Cocktail, Porterhouse and New York Strip, appears to offer classic steakhouse fare. At second glance, it weaves Italian flavors and dishes throughout. Serving dinner Monday through Saturday, 5pm until 11pm. Sunday Brunch 11 am until 3pm.
Inventive cuisine. Fresh from the farm. Named one of the Top Ten Restaurants in North America by Opinionated About Dining. McCrady's Restaurant, located in an historic 1778 Georgian public house, offers an award-winning dining experience with the best of new Southern cuisine. Chef Sean Brock's (2008 James Beard Rising Star Chef Nominee) sensationally presented dishes one of Charleston's most extensive wine lists. Private dining available in the spectacular Long Room, Gallery, Chef's Room, and Cypress Room.
Welcome to pure Charleston. An atmosphere rich in Lowcountry high-life since antebellum times. A hearty, southern menu, featuring regional favorites, steaks, game and fresh seafood – all prepared with the famous Maverick artistry. Also known for our award-winning wine selection and irresistible desserts. Don’t miss the High Cotton bar, one of the area’s most popular watering holes. Downtown Charleston. Tel: 843-724-3815. Dinner nightly. Lunch Saturday. Brunch Sunday.
The secret to why the Charleston area offers so many fine dining experiences is because much of the produce srve in local restaurants is grown locally. Even a number of marvelously flavorful heirloom vegetables—those old, open-pollinated varieties that have stood the test of time—harvested from local farms and gardens show up in the kitchens of Charleston's finest restaurants.
Housed in a spectacular setting on Broad Street which features arched doors, eighteen foot ceilings, mahogany paneling and 150 year old heart of pine floors. The menu, composed of traditional items such as Steak Tartare, Shrimp Cocktail, Porterhouse and New York Strip, appears to offer classic steakhouse fare. At second glance, it weaves Italian flavors and dishes throughout. Serving dinner Monday through Saturday, 5pm until 11pm. Sunday Brunch 11 am until 3pm.
Inventive cuisine. Fresh from the farm. Named one of the Top Ten Restaurants in North America by Opinionated About Dining. McCrady's Restaurant, located in an historic 1778 Georgian public house, offers an award-winning dining experience with the best of new Southern cuisine. Chef Sean Brock's (2008 James Beard Rising Star Chef Nominee) sensationally presented dishes one of Charleston's most extensive wine lists. Private dining available in the spectacular Long Room, Gallery, Chef's Room, and Cypress Room.
Welcome to pure Charleston. An atmosphere rich in Lowcountry high-life since antebellum times. A hearty, southern menu, featuring regional favorites, steaks, game and fresh seafood – all prepared with the famous Maverick artistry. Also known for our award-winning wine selection and irresistible desserts. Don’t miss the High Cotton bar, one of the area’s most popular watering holes. Downtown Charleston. Tel: 843-724-3815. Dinner nightly. Lunch Saturday. Brunch Sunday.
