Raised by his Italian grandmother who didn’t speak a word of English, Ken Vedrinski was made to attend 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. mass every Sunday morning in his hometown of Columbus, Ohio. After the later service, other Italian immigrants from the congregation came back to the house for his grandmother’s home cooking. Vedrinski recalled how the aromas from her kitchen instantly … [Read more...] about Meet the Chef Ken Vedrinski of Coda del Pesce
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Long Island Cafe gets a splash of new ownership
]When the time came for Ravi Scher and his silent partner to pass the torch to new owners of Long Island Cafe and the adjacent IOP Raw Bar, it was a natural progression for the Lackey family, owners of Imagine One Hospitality, to purchase the iconic island establishments. Based in Hickory, North Carolina, the Lackeys have owned a home on Isle of Palms for decades, according … [Read more...] about Long Island Cafe gets a splash of new ownership
IOPizza’s new ownership forged by friendship
In October 2024, IOPizza Co co-owner Benj Farmery and his business partners realized it was time for a transition. While Farmery’s good friends Patty Lamond and Dan Langdon, owners of The Refuge, and Mike Gandy, owner of Tru Blues House of Wings in Mount Pleasant, convinced him to keep the business going, Farmery persuaded each of them to come on board as associates. The new … [Read more...] about IOPizza’s new ownership forged by friendship
Behind The Bar: Joshua Blaylock, Captain of Cocktails at The Boathouse
Nestled on the edge of Isle of Palms stands The Boathouse, an iconic restaurant that captures some of the most beautiful sunsets in all of Charleston. Opened in 1997, this local establishment is deeply rooted in Lowcountry history. From family recipes once used in plantation kitchens to an authentic Southern seafood menu, this restaurant only sources produce from local farms … [Read more...] about Behind The Bar: Joshua Blaylock, Captain of Cocktails at The Boathouse
Remembering Beau Hammond: A Beacon Of Community Spirit
In small communities like Isle of Palms, the concept of community isn't just a collection of individuals living in the same geographical area. It's a tapestry of shared experiences, mutual aid and collective resilience. This sense of solidarity is especially palpable in times of crisis when the community pulls together to support one another. A poignant illustration of this … [Read more...] about Remembering Beau Hammond: A Beacon Of Community Spirit
