City Market District

Learn How to Butcher a Whole Hog at Butcher Demo Dinner, June 26th

 Ted's Butcherblock, downtown Charleston's only neighborhood butcher shop and cafe, is offering the second installment of its exclusive new quarterly Butcher Demo Dinners, created to educate people about the art and science of butchering. The second "Butcher Demo Dinner" takes place on Wednesday, June 26 from 7-9 pm when they demonstrate the process of breaking down a whole hog and discuss the best way to prepare the resulting cuts and sections.

The evening will conclude with a casual pork dinner, and guests will each leave with pork to cook at home. Ted's Butcher Demo Dinners are limited to ten people. The cost of $125/person includes the dinner, drinks and a selection of lamb cuts to bring home.

A credit card number is required for reservations, and there is a 48-hour cancellation policy. Reservations may be made by calling (843) 577-0094.

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Charleston Harbor Tours Earns 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

 Charleston Harbor Tours, owners of the Carolina Belle, Carolina Queen and the Schooner Pride today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Only the top-performing 10 percent of businesses listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.

 "Charleston Harbor Tours is pleased to receive a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence," said Bob Scribner, President at Charleston Harbor Tours. "We strive to offer our customers a memorable experience, and this accolade is evidence that our hard work is translating into positive reviews on TripAdvisor."

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Congratulations to Spoleto Festival USA

Spoleto Festival USA 2013 concluded a memorable season with the Festival Finale on Sunday, June 9. It featured Zydeco band Red Stick Ramblers under a beaming sun and gentle breeze at Charleston's Middleton Place.

The festival comprised a diverse representation of the musical, theatrical, dance, and visual arts. 63,000 ticket-holders took in 160 shows this year, with $2.8 million in box office receipts. Patrons traveled from 19 countries to experience Spoleto Festival USA—an increase from past seasons—and from 48 states within the United States. Congratulations to the Spoleto Festival for yet another successful year!

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Ted's Butcherblock Announces 3rd Annual Big Green Egg Giveaway Fundraiser for "Feed the Need"

Once again, Ted's Butcherblock is teaming up with Mt Pleasant's Firehouse Casual Living to raffle off a Big Green Egg to benefit local non-profit organization "Feed the Need". Charleston Grill has generously offered up a second prize, Dinner for Four at the Charleston Grill, to help raise more money for this great cause. Tickets will be available for purchase at Ted's Butcherblock for $5 each (or 5 for $20) through June 22, when a winner will be drawn at Ted's annual Backyard BBQ Bash.

The Big Egg is used exclusively for the popular ribs, barbecue pork and smoked salmon on the menu at Ted's Butcherblock, as well as for weekly events such as the shop's Friday Night Cookouts and Ultimate Burger & Beer Saturdays. A top-selling smoker and grill, "The Egg" is exceptionally durable and provides precise temperature control due to its patented design.

Magnifilous Toy Emporium Salutes The Spoleto Festival

Everyone at Magnifilous is practicing their special talents for the Piccolo Spoleto Festival. It looks like some of their toys are having a little festival of their own, stop by to see them in action! The Magnifilous Toy Emporium is located at 525 King Street is downtown Charleston.

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Cask Beer Breakfast at Ted's Butcherblock Featuring New Holland Dragon's Milk

The crew at Ted's Butcherblock will tap into a special cask of New Holland Dragon's Milk at a special Cask Breakfast on Saturday, May 18 starting at 10:00am. This bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout will be paired with an eclectic menu of breakfast items, including Duck Crepes, Austin-Style Migas, Steak & Eggs and an Ultimate Breakfast Burger.

The keg gets tapped at 10:00 am and is available for $5/pint while it lasts. The special breakfast menu is priced per item and will be available from 10 am -1 pm, with the exception of the Ultimate Breakfast Burger, which will be available all day. No reservations are required for this special Saturday event.

 Ted’s Butcherblock is located at 334 East Bay Street. For more information, call 843-577-0094 or visit www.tedsbutcherblock.com.

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Caviar & Bananas 5 Year Birthday Celebration

Join Caviar & Bananas on May 22nd to celebrate 5 year of C&B-ness! Stop in between 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. and enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne.

They will have some of their favorite local purveyors on hand with tasty treats - Callie's Charleston Biscuits, Sweeteeth Chocolate, Palmetto Brewery, Fat & Juicy, and King of Pops- as well as some other fun things like a raffle for gourmet goodies and a Spoleto Finale Basket!

Their Five-for-$5 Menu (in honor of their 5th Birthday) will be available as well.  Enjoy $5 house wine and $5 draft beer as well. Executive Chef Scott Roule's $5 menu includes:

• Dijon-Chive Deviled Eggs with Candied Bacon
• Housemade Pimento Cheese Plate with Picked Vegetables
• Truffled Popcorn with Parmesan and Parsley
• Crispy Pork Wontons with Mango Sweet & Sour Sauce
• Grilled Chicken-Pineapple Skewers with Chipotle BBQ Sauce

 Caviar & Bananas | 51 George Street  & Charleston City Market | Charleston SC I  843.577.9997

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Spoil Mom with Mother's Day Brunch at LB's

Treat your mom to Mother's Day Brunch at Lowcountry Bistro! Brunch is served starting at 10am Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy their mix of Creole, French, and Southern comfort foods and spoil mom with mouthwatering brunch dishes like Southern Biscuits and Jam, Pecan Praline Waffles, Jambalaya Benedict, and  Breakfast Sliders. 

The Lowcountry Bistro is located at 49 South Market Street in downtown Charleston. Reservation are recommended.  For reservations, call 843.302.0290. 

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Charleston Chef Showdown: North Vs. South, May 9th

Charleston Culinary Tours’ Charleston Chefs Showdown will take place on Thursday, May 9th from 6:30-9:30pm at the Maritime Center. South of Calhoun Chefs Ross Webb of Leaf Cafe and Steven Ollard of Amen Street are pitted against North of Calhoun Chefs Trey Stabler of Five Loaves Cafe and Shay MacDonald of HoM.

As these competitors go head to head in a series of cook offs to determine who will be named champion, guests will be able to watch the exhilarating live competition and view the judging panel in action. Judges include Stephanie Barna of Charleston City Paper, Josh Keeler of Two Boroughs Larder and Ken Emery of Burwells.

The TODAY Show Broadcasting Live From Charleston

 The Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is delighted to welcome the 4th hour of TODAY, hosted by Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb, to Charleston for a live broadcast on Thursday, May 2. Tune in to NBC at 10 a.m. to see many of the sights, sounds, flavors, and personalities that are unique to Charleston. Or see the action live in person as a member of the audience! There will be two broadcasts taking place on Thursday—8 a.m. and 10 a.m. To see the shows live, arrive at the George Street entrance to the College of Charleston’s Cistern Yard starting at 7 a.m. on Thursday, May 2.