The Dinghy Tap Room and Kitchen is an Isle of Palms staple, and if you don’t know about it yet, you may want to check it out soon. It is the brainchild of The Windjammer owner Malcolm Burgis, who saw an opportunity when an adjacent building became available. Burgis asked his friend and 10-year employee Bret Jones what he thought, and if he could help bring his idea to fruition. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: The Dinghy, An Oasis for Cold Beer Conversations
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Cachitas Kitchen: Authentic Mexican Cuisine by the Sea
Imagine with me if you will, dining at a trendy rooftop bar with an ocean view and the sea breeze hitting your face, all while chowing down on some incredible Mexican cuisine. For the residents and visitors of Isle of Palms, there is a new place on the island serving up creative, innovative and delicious food: Cachitas Kitchen at Papi’s Taqueria. Located just steps from … [Read more...] about Cachitas Kitchen: Authentic Mexican Cuisine by the Sea
The New Islander 71 Restaurant: Back to Island Time
For over five decades, the Isle of Palms Marina has been a hotspot for sandy feet and sun-kissed skin. What started by the Finch family as a boat launch and marina, slowly evolved into a local hangout with a little restaurant where fishermen could kick off their flip-flops and mingle. During the glory days of Isle of Palms in the ‘70s, Wild Dunes began to put the small island’s … [Read more...] about The New Islander 71 Restaurant: Back to Island Time
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen’s Whistle-stop Shrimp and Grits
INGREDIENTS 40 peeled and deveined local South Carolina shrimp. 12 slices of green tomatoes soaked in buttermilk overnight. Favorite seafood breader, as needed. Two quarts canola oil. Two tablespoons butter. Three ounces of olive oil blend. Salt and pepper to taste. Four cups of your favorite grits recipe - cooked. PREPARATION 1. Heat canola oil to 350 … [Read more...] about Acme Lowcountry Kitchen’s Whistle-stop Shrimp and Grits
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen: They Shop Local so You Eat Local
It’s truly remarkable when a restaurant known for its delicious food also follows its passion for supporting local companies. For that reason and so much more, Acme Lowcountry Kitchen is a fantastic spot for fresh local seafood in Isle of Palms. For owner Bobby Simons and his partners, their commitment to local seafood stems from their desire to support the local fisheries, … [Read more...] about Acme Lowcountry Kitchen: They Shop Local so You Eat Local
