World Cultures Fair to Benefit Sandy Relief
Where do henna paintings, sweet grass baskets and origami collide? For three hours at the Fifth Annual World Cultures Fair in the Stern Center Garden this Thursday, March 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Over 40 groups, programs and clubs from the College will represent their cultures and history at information tables with an array...
Frugal Foodie’s Deli Guide
Dell’z Deli 1-A Cannon Street I had heard from friends that Dell’z Deli was a small place, but I didn’t realize how small till I stepped inside. With one foot in the door I found myself standing at the pick-up counter next to a man chowing down on one of Dell’z oversized wraps. He greeted...
Valentine’s Day Your Way
Valentine’s Day always comes too soon. If you’re single, you’re wishing you weren’t and if you’re taken you’re probably stressed planning. But Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be dreadful. Maybe the day itself will be, with classes and daily to-do’s, but embrace this Valentine’s Weekend. If you strip the holiday of its cupids, candy and...
Don’t Miss Restaurant Week
For those of you in a back-to-school daze or still in line at the bookstore, it’s Restaurant Week. Restaurant Week is like shark week for foodies, only no sharks will be eaten or involved (probably). It’s your bi-annual chance to try an array of Charleston restaurants just because you can. And the best part? It’s...
Crunch Time: Food for Finals
It’s that wonderful time of year. You’re decorating your room with twinkling lights, scrambling to find an ugly Christmas sweater for a holiday party and inevitably studying for exams. Finals week is unlike any other week for us college kids. In just a few short days, you’re expected to recall everything you have learned this...
The Frugal Foodie’s Amen for Amen Street
Growing up in New Orleans nurtured my taste buds. We have jazz, Mardi Gras and a culturally diverse history. But none of these would be what they are without food. Food permeates the streets of New Orleans and shaped the way I see the world. As you can imagine, this set the bar pretty high...
Food Truck Rodeo This Saturday
Whenever I mention a local food truck to a friend, I always get the same reply: “Charleston has food trucks?” I’m sure you’ve seen Cory’s Grilled Cheese on campus, but can you list a dozen off the top of your head? Probably not. The Charleston food truck scene can be a real headache. If you aren’t looking...
Trick or Treat: Late Night Eats
Halloween is just around the corner and let’s face it – there are going to be some late nights. For college kids, Halloween isn’t a one day affair: it’s a season. When you’re walking down King Street in your costume and get a late night craving, choose wisely. Halloween is all about being daring and...
Alix Generous: Brains without the fluff
Alix Generous just came back from a United Nations Conference on Biological Diversity in India. There, she presented her findings on coral reef deterioration, which will soon be published in a science journal at Columbia University. All this landed her on the front page of The Post and Courier. And most impressive of all, she’s a...
Date Night: Amen Street
Amen Street has some of the best food I’ve tasted here in Charleston (and I don’t just say that about any place). It’s an upscale seafood restaurant and raw bar, one block off of Market Street and East Bay Street. Sometimes I find people grimace at the idea of another seafood place in Charleston. However,...
Patat Spot Closed…Temporarily?
Friet and falafel fans are mourning. On Sept. 29, Patat Spot closed its George St. café. Students will now see a sign in its window announcing the closing. Why did such a unique, popular restaurant close up shop? According to the Patat Spot Twitter page, it was due to a rent increase. They tweeted, “We...
Five Loaves: A Frugal Favorite
Two Words: Five Loaves. I realize I’m supposed to be suggesting innovative ways to eat cheap. But how can I pass up this College of Charleston staple? The first time I went to Five Loaves Cafe I didn’t know what to expect. It was packed during lunchtime and waiters were whizzing by. The walls were lined...