Charleston Culinary Tours Introduces a Distillery Tour

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Charleston Culinary Tours  has added a Distillery Tour featuring Charleston Distilling Company, High Wire Distilling Company and Striped Pig Distillery on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m starting at the Charleston Visitors Center Bus Shed and concluding near there. As its sixth tour available, this 3.5 hour tour of Charleston’s micro Distillery2distilleries has guests riding in style in Charleston Brews Cruise’s air conditioned coach for a 3 stop tasting tour, learning more about Charleston’s growing craft distillery scene. In addition to samples at each distillery and snacks and water between stops, at the conclusion of the tour participants will be taken to a local pub to enjoy a cocktail made with one of the spirits distilled locally in Charleston.

“As most tours sell out, all reservations are required in advance,” said co-owner Oscar Hines. “Each tour is limited in size, so it is recommended that you get your reservations early. Charleston Distillery Tours are held rain or shine.”

Charleston Culinary Tours combine the best of Charleston history, cocktails and food with unique historic tours that highlight the local cuisine and drinks. Held rain or shine, there are now six tours that include Historic Downtown, Upper King Street, Chef Showcase at The Farmer’s Market, Mixology, Distillery & Chefs’ Kichen tours.  The food and drinks on the tours are chosen by various restaurant, bar and distillery partners and feature an array of eclectic dishes and concoctions that provide insight into Charleston’s cuisine and cocktail scene. On each tour, you will not only have an opportunity to sample some of the Lowcountry’s finest offerings, but also to meet the owners, chefs, distillers and mixologists behind Charleston’s impressive culinary and bar innovations.

For interviews, photos, press kit or a complimentary media tour, please contact Lorrie Dixson of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Charleston Culinary Tours, visit www.charlestonculinarytours.com.

Charleston Culinary Tours to Host Final Fresh at the Farm Dinner of the Year

10259284_663631070374925_7470153044800196111_o (1)Charleston Culinary Tours is set to host the third dinner in the Fresh at the Farm Dinner Series on Sunday, November 2nd at Celestial Hills Farm in Huger, SC. Chef Stephen Thompson of Prohibition will set the scene for a true farm-to-table at this Charleston-area farm. The dinner structure is a cocktail hour and hors d’ oeuvres from 5:30 to 6:30 pm and then a family style dinner from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Since giving back to the community is also important, this gourmet dinner benefits the non-profit Lowcountry Foodways, a South Carolina nonprofit organization whose mission is to enhance the connection between farms and food. As the last event sold out, tickets are available for the dinner for $75/person and may be purchased at www.charlestonculinarytours.com.

Fresh at the Farm Dinner Chef Stephen ThompsonFor Chef Stephen Thompson, the art of preparing food is more than just a job or even a passion but it’s a way of life as he has spent almost his entire life in the kitchen. With a culinary degree from the Art Institute of Charleston and years of hands-on experience in a variety of different kitchens and atmospheres, he has been able to really let his creativity shine as the Executive Chef at Prohibition.

Mayo and Laura Powell started Celestial Hills Farm in 2011 to produce locally grown and naturally raised food. They do not use any growth hormones, genetically modified products, antibiotics or magical chemicals for anything from diseases to bugs or weeds. Celestial Hills Farm is located at 269 Dianes Trail in Huger, SC.

Charleston Culinary Tours combine the best of Charleston history, cocktails and food with unique tours that highlight the Lowcountry. Each Charleston Culinary Tour visits several different restaurants, bars or the Farmer’s Market to combine elements of a historical tour with a culinary adventure. The food and drinks on the tours are chosen by various restaurant and bar partners and feature an array of eclectic dishes and concoctions that provide insight into Charleston’s cuisine and cocktail scene. On each tour, guests will not only have an opportunity to sample some of the Lowcountry’s finest offerings, but also to meet the owners, chefs and mixologists behind Charleston’s impressive culinary and bar innovations.

For interviews, photos or a press kit, contact Lorrie Dixson of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about the Fresh at the Farm Dinner Series, please visit www.charlestonculinarytours.com/fresh-at-the-farm-dinner-series.

Charleston Culinary Tours Sets Second Fresh at the Farm Dinner in Series

Charleston, SC – June 25th, 2014 – Charleston Culinary Tours presents the second Fresh at the Farm Dinner of the series that will be held on August 3rd at Geechie Boy Farm on Edisto Island, SC. Chef Stephen Thompson of Prohibition and Chef Joe DiMiao of Stars Restaurant will set the scene for a true farm-to-table experience. The dinner structure is a cocktail hour and hors d’ oeuvres from 5:30 to 6:30 pm and then a family style dinner from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Tickets are available for the August 3rd dinner at a cost of $75/person and may be purchased at www.charlestonculinarytours.com. The final dinner in the 2014 series will be held on November 2nd at Celestial Hills Farm in Huger, SC.

Fresh at the Farm Dinner Chef Stephen Thompson

Chef Stephen Thompson of Prohibition

Chef Joe DiMaio of Stars

Chef Joe DiMaio of Stars

With years of hands-on experience in a variety of different kitchens and atmospheres, Chef Stephen Thompson has been able to really let his creativity shine at Prohibition. For Chef Thompson, the art of preparing food is more than just a job or even a passion as it’s a way of life. As classmates at the Art Institute of Charleston, Thompson and Chef Joe DiMaio and have always enjoyed a close relationship and supported one another as each worked up through Charleston’s culinary ranks. Known for innovation in the kitchen and a commitment to using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, Chef DiMaio jumped at the opportunity to co-host one of the dinners in the series.

Geechie Boy Farm

Geechie Boy Farm

Geechie Boy Farm proprietors Greg and Betsy Johnsman returned to the Edisto Island family farm in 2003, growing a variety of vegetables. In 2007, they acquired a 1945 gristmill and after some trial and error began producing grits and cornmeal. Greg’s commitment to traditional milling techniques has been embraced by chefs across the Lowcountry. Geechie Boy products are now served in more than 40 restaurants around South Carolina and are shipped nationwide.
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Charleston Culinary Tours combine the best of Charleston history, cocktails and food with unique tours that highlight the Lowcountry. Each Charleston Culinary Tour visits several different restaurants, bars or the Farmer’s Market to combine elements of a historical tour with a culinary adventure. The food and drinks on the tours are chosen by various restaurant and bar partners and feature an array of eclectic dishes and concoctions that provide insight into Charleston’s cuisine and cocktail scene. On each tour, guests will not only have an opportunity to sample some of the Lowcountry’s finest offerings, but also to meet the owners, chefs and mixologists behind Charleston’s impressive culinary and bar innovations.

For interviews, photos or a press kit, contact Lorrie Dixson of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about the Fresh at the Farm Dinner Series, please visit www.charlestonculinarytours.com/fresh-at-the-farm-dinner-series.

 

Charleston Culinary Tours Introduces Behind the Scenes Chefs’ Kitchen Tour

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As popularity grew, Charleston Culinary Tours announces that this week it will add a Chefs’ Kitchen Tour on Thursdays on Upper King and soon on Fridays in Historic Downtown, both at 9:30am. As the fifth culinary and history tour available, this two hour walking tour takes guests to meet the talented chefs behind some of Charleston’s greatest restaurants and gain insight into their ideas, methods and creativity.  The Chefs’ Kitchen Tour will visit three epicurean hot spots and introduce you to the culinary masters who will discuss the inspirations for their restaurants, the ins and outs of running a restaurant and provide a tour of their kitchens. Tickets are $55 for an individual or $100 for a couple and available on eTix.

“The main focus of this Charleston Culinary Tour is interaction with chefs and learning about running a restaurant, not sampling dishes,” said co-owner Oscar Hines. “However, coffee and pastries will be provided at the first restaurant visited and a light lunch will be provided at the final restaurant for our patrons.”

IMG_6797Charleston Culinary Tours combine the best of Charleston history, cocktails and food with unique historic tours that highlight the local cuisine. Held rain or shine, there are now five tours that include Historic Downtown, Upper King Street, Chef Showcase at The Farmer’s Market, Mixology & Chefs’ Kichen tours.  Featuring establishments such as Husk, Rue de Jean, Macintosh, Stars, Virginia’s on King, Coast, Hall’s Chophouse and many more, each Charleston Culinary Tour visits several different restaurants, bars or the Farmer’s Market to combine elements of a historical tour with a culinary adventure. The food and drinks on the tours are chosen by various restaurant and bar partners and feature an array of eclectic dishes and concoctions that provide insight into Charleston’s cuisine and cocktail scene. On each tour, you will not only have an opportunity to sample some of the Lowcountry’s finest offerings, but also to meet the owners, chefs and mixologists behind Charleston’s impressive culinary and bar innovations.

For interviews, photos, press kit or a complimentary media tour, please contact Lorrie Dixson of Eskimo Advertising at lorrie@eskimoadvertising.com. For additional information about Charleston Culinary Tours, visit www.charlestonculinarytours.com.

BLAST900 Announces Complimentary Nutrition Seminars

catherine-staplesBLAST900: The Ultimate Workout is pleased to present complimentary nutrition seminars taught by nutrition coach Catherine Staples.

Tuesday, June 4th: 7pm
Lululemon, 279 Kings Street in Charleston

Thursday, June 13th: 7pm
TrySports, Towne Centre in Mount Pleasant 

Attendees will learn how to speed up the metabolism, why calories in/out don’t work and how to create a lifestyle change rather than a short term fix. The events are free and open to the public.

To sign up for BLASTNutrition classes, visit www.blast900.com/charleston/schedule.html.

BLAST900: The Ultimate Workout offers a more efficient way of achieving fitness goals with interval-based classes. Additionally, nutrition is a key piece to living the BLASTLife. BLASTNutrition program provides tools to enable participants to eat real food at home, in a restaurant, on the road or wherever they are. Through education, good eating decisions become a part of the daily routine.

Located at 1440 Ben Sawyer Boulevard in Mount Pleasant, BLAST900 is on the web at www.blast900.com.

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High Thyme Cuisine Now Offering Saturday Brunch

High Thyme Cuisine and Cocktails is pleased to announce they are now serving their popular Lowcountry Brunch on Saturdays from 10:30am-2:30pm. Already well-known for its superior Sunday Brunch, High Thyme will offer the same menu as Sundays. Brunch menu items are priced $5-$14 and popular selections include Beef Tenderloin Benedict topped with Hollandaise, Orange-Cinnamon Brioche French Toast with Powdered Sugar and Pecans and Seared Tuna over Mixed Greens with Asparagus, Roasted Red Peppers & Ginger Peppercorn Vinaigrette. The convenient Sullivan’s Island location continues to set the scene for guests to start with a casual brunch with friends and continue to mingle all day enjoying the best wine list on the island with 25 wines by the glass priced $6-$11.

“Our local regulars requested us adding Saturdays,” said High Thyme owner Kenny Jones. “With the holidays coming up, it is the perfect time to get together with friends to celebrate. Additionally, we offer catering for the holidays.”

As one of Sullivan’s Islands best kept secrets for many years, High Thyme’s quaint island cuisine gently blankets taste buds, leaving guests full with smiles. High Thyme offers a blend of ingredients that are just as tasty as a home prepared meal while on vacation or just enjoying another day at the beach. From the freshest fish, beef, chicken and pasta possible, many unique salads and tasty appetizers, there is always something for everyone.

WHERE:
High Thyme Cuisine
2213-C Middle Street
Sullivan’s Island, SC 29482
Ph. (843) 883-3536

HOURS:
Lunch- Thursday-Saturday: 11:30 am–2:30 pm
Lowcountry Saturday and Sunday Brunch- 10:30 am–2:00 pm
Dinner- Tuesdays: Tapas only & Wednesday-Friday: 5:30 pm–10:00 pm & Saturdays: 5:30 pm–10:30 pm
Live Music- Sundays: 5:30-7:30pm
Bar: Open as long as there are customers

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