Cordavi Restaurant Introduces ‘Cordavi Tastes” – New Tapas Style Menu
Cordavi Restaurant, raved for its remarkable food and innovative style of dining, introduces a groundbreaking tapas style menu “Cordavi Tastes” taking Charleston’s culinary scene to a completely new level. Chefs David Szlam and Corey Elliott’s intention is to create a menu consisting of small plates that stays true to their reputation of having one of the most original and daring menus in the city. The menu will be available Mondays through Thursdays and will go into effect on August 13, 2007.
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Ted’s Butcherblock in Charleston Named a Top Local Secret, Big Find
TRAVELOCITY AND IGOUGO NAME TED’S BUTHERBLOCK
IN CHARLESTON A TOP INSIDER SPOT FOR S.C.
IN THE 2007 EDITION OF
“LOCAL SECRETS, BIG FINDSâ€
THE VOTES ARE IN! Travelocity and IgoUgo’s “Local Secrets, Big Finds†poll for 2007 revealed Ted’s Butcherblock as one of the top local favorites in South Carolina. Travelocity conducted a nationwide poll, asking members to vote for their favorite local spots. A team of editors investigated over 10,000 nominations from across the country and voted to create the final list, which highlights Ted’s Butcherblock among only five featured South Carolina destinations. The list may be viewed by visiting svc.travelocity.com/promos/localsecrets_2007_southcarolina.com.
“Foodies swoon over this “charming” international market, meat counter, and café where the “food is delicious and the staff is friendly,” states Travelocity. “In all of Charleston, there is “nothing else like this store” filled with “enticing aromas and colorful displays.” Locally owned and operated (the owner is heavily involved in community projects and charities), the market offers a “huge selection” of only all-natural meats and poultry, boutique wines, “artisan” cheese, specialty ingredients, fresh pastas, and made-to-order sandwiches. Each month, the cuisine of a different region of the world is celebrated.â€
In addition to being selected as one of Travelocity’s “Local Secrets, Big Finds,†Ted’s Butcherblock was featured on the global travel company’s blog, The Window Seat. Writer Holly Burns notes that Ted’s is a “foodie’s dream,†with “huge deli-style sandwiches, to-die-for gourmet sides, an excellent wine selection, and walls and walls of fancy treats that gastronomes may well have a fainting fit over.†To read the full review, visit http://windowseat.travelocity.com/authorarchives_holly.html.
For more information on Ted’s Butcherblock, visit www.tedsbutcherblock.com or call 843.577.0094.
McCRADY’S Hires New General Manager – Charleston, South Carolina
Industry Veteran Brings Experience and Passion to Charleston Favorite
McCrady’s Restaurant has appointed highly regarded industry veteran André Jean-Pierre Guillet as its new General Manager, effective immediately. Guillet will be responsible for overall management of McCrady’s restaurant and private dining operations. David Howard, President of The Neighborhood Dining Group, which manages McCrady’s, made the announcement.
Supper with the Spirits – St Augustine, Florida
Have a hauntingly good time at the Old St. Augustine Village, while enjoying a scrumptious candlelight supper while getting a glimpse into the confused life of Henry Flagler’s second wife, Ida Alice.
Summer Wine Strolls at Middleton Place – Charleston, South Carolina
Each Wednesday, the wine tasting will take place in a different garden location at Middleton Place. Enjoy strolling through America’s oldest landscaped gardens while sampling a variety of summer wines. A Garden Interpreter will be on hand at each event to answer any questions about the garden’s history.
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