CONTENTS Volume 20 Number 7
FEATURES
Smiling Faces, Beautiful Wedding Places By Deena C. Bouknight
30 2010 Guide to Tying the Knot
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DEPARTMENTS
Celebrating 20 Years
With Coach Darrin Horn
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Celebrating 20 Years
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1989 Rewind
Lexington – a brief breakdown By Jessica Berger
Palmetto Business
Columbia-area businesses get creative with sustainability By Janey Goude
Local Seen
Bill Rogers, United Way of the Midlands Humanitarian of the Year By Rosanne McDowell
Home Style
Paul D. Sloan celebrates color in his home By Margaret Gregory
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Small Steps, Big Change
16 Behind-the-Scenes Champion
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18 A Designer’s Palette
23 A-Maizing Grits
A Bowl of Americana By Susan Fuller Slack, CCP
Lexington Living
By Lindsay Brasington
Food for Thought
Feasting in the clouds the southern way By Susan Fuller Slack, CCP
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From the Editor New to the Neighborhood? Good Eats Out & About
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FROM THE EDITOR
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en years ago, my husband and I were married in Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in downtown Columbia. At the time, we were both selling our houses while searching for and buying a new one, working full time and trying to plan every detail of our wedding in eight months. The to-do list was never ending, as each day we added to it with new thoughts and ideas. Thankfully, our families helped us to keep everything in perspective, and we managed to survive our wedding planning process with a lot of laughter and no tears. Now, after a decade together, we have bought yet another house, are both still working full time, have two daughters and a lot more gray hair! We remember our wedding as a blissful day and can only faintly recall the overwhelming stress of pulling the event together. In this issue, we present our annual Guide to Tying the Knot with helpful information, creative ideas and stories from local brides and grooms about their own wedding days. This year, we feature four weddings – each one taking place in a different area of South Carolina. From the city to the country and the beach to the mountains, South Carolina offers a wide variety of beautiful wedding settings. Mimi Dial and Robert Bovard’s wedding is featured as our city wedding and took place right here in historic downtown Columbia. Mimi’s reception was held at the Lace House, which was home to her father’s great-great grandmother – after whom she was named. She incorporated many family pieces of china in her décor and had members of the band lead her guests from the downtown church to the reception. Elly Hendricks and Justin Swindler held their wedding in Blythewood where Elly grew up. Her beautiful childhood home with its red tin roof and covered porches provided the ideal setting for an elegant country wedding. Horses roamed in the pasture and an acoustic guitarist played as Elly walked down the grassy aisle. Jennifer Cassese and Ryan Antley fell in love with Daufuskie Island and decided to exchange vows in this serene setting with island breezes and marsh views. Gerbera daisies and tropical flowers and foliage completed their beach wedding. The Cliffs at Glassy, located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Landrum, S.C., provided the intimate backdrop that Kristen Fischer and Jay Anthony desired for their mountain wedding. A cider beverage station decorated with lanterns complemented their autumn color scheme as guests watched the sun go down, creating a stunning mountain sunset. Whether you are planning your own wedding or celebrating a significant anniversary, we hope you enjoy our Guide to Tying the Knot along with the rest of the February 2010 issue. Sincerely,
Emily S. Tinch Editor
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About the cover: Model Angela Hughes wears a Nicole Miller dress, available from Bella Vista Bridal, in a field near Lake Murray. Photography by www.steelykerr.com, courtesy of Bella Vista Bridal
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CELEBRATING 20 YEARS WITH
Darrin Horn
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hen Coach Darrin Horn came to Columbia in 2008, he brought a newfound excitement to Gamecock basketball. His resume boasted five highly successful seasons as head coach at his alma mater, Western Kentucky University, and Columbians were excited to see what he would bring to our own team. Horn has not disappointed. He led USC to a 21-10 overall record during the 2008-09 season – one of the most successful seasons in its history – and an SEC Eastern Division Co-Championship. It was Carolina’s first 20-win season and postseason appearance since 2005-06, and Coach Horn’s own career record improved to a .695 winning percentage, making him the 22nd winningest active coach in NCAA Division I men’s basketball. Coach Horn also has made an impact off the court. The Gamecock squad earned its highest GPA on record (3.007) in the spring of 2009 and its second-highest GPA on record (2.749) in the fall. The Inaugural Darrin Horn Ladies Clinic, held in December 2008 and hosted by the South Carolina men’s basketball staff and players, was a highly successful event that benefited the American Cancer Society and its fight against breast cancer. So as Coach Horn finishes up the 2009-10 basketball season, Columbia Metropolitan would like to take a moment to thank him for not only bringing success to our beloved Gamecocks, but also for caring about the Columbia community. Go Gamecocks!
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1989 Rewind By Jessica Berger
Welcome back to 1989. Driving Miss Daisy took home the Academy Award for Best Picture, the Loma Prieta earthquake shook up World Series fans in the San Francisco Bay Area and a gallon of gasoline cost less than a modern day candy bar. Americans also spent a portion of the year glued to their television screens as the country said goodbye to “American Bandstand” and hello to the characters of “Baywatch,” “Saved By the Bell” and “Seinfeld.” The end of the decade was just the beginning for Columbia Metropolitan. To mark our 20th year, Columbia Metropolitan will highlight the 1989 happenings of different parts of the Columbia area. Join us as we take a look into the past to recall what happened, as well as what didn’t, and see how much Columbia has changed in two decades.
Lexington – 1989 Timeline ➤ J.C.’s Lexington Bowl, the town’s first bowling center, opened its 24-lane facility in September. ➤The proposed Lexington Bypass, which would route traffic around the town from U.S. 1 and U.S. 378 to Interstate 20, was in the preliminary stages of consideration. The controversial project was debated into the late 1990s, though eventually rejected.
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➤Lexington became home to the Lexington County Public Library’s Main Branch.
➤ Construction on Pastime Pavilion, Lexington’s multiplex movie theater, was under way. The theater, located on Highway 6, opened its doors to Lexington moviegoers in November 1990. ➤Lexington was living large. The town’s population grew 53 percent from 1990 to 1996 according to a 1997 census report. The report determined Lexington to be the fastest growing town in South Carolina.
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➤ Hite’s Restaurant was still “the place to go,” as one local described it. The restaurant closed its doors in 1996 after almost 50 years.
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PALMETTO BUSINESS
Small Steps, Big Change Columbia-area businesses get creative with sustainability
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ince September 2007, The City of Columbia Green Business Membership program has been encouraging businesses to take proactive steps that improve their environmental records while improving their bottom lines. To date, over 100 Columbia-area businesses sport Green Business Member decals. As more local companies and organizations embrace the challenge to make Columbia green, some area businesses have added a unique twist to sustainability.
Green Hair Salon Jill Farmer, owner of Green Hair Salon, has always had a passion for being physically fit. Green Hair Salon extends her concept of fitness to hair. “We specialize in organic hair lines. We even have an organic pet line. Being as green as we could was a natural progression.” Before Jill could beautify her clients, she had to give the salon space a total makeover. “We had to gut the building before we could open,” says Jill. “Our goal was to be environmentally considerate in every way possible.” As renovation progressed, Jill purchased appliances, flooring and furniture that were cleaner and more natural. “It doesn’t even smell like a salon. Part of that is due to our décor choices. But a lot of the credit goes to the air flow system we installed.” Jill continues, “It was costly but worth it. Out clients appreciate the improved air quality.” Green Hair Salon is the first hair salon in Columbia to have this state-of-the-art air flow system. MatterofTrust.org offered Green Hair Salon a unique way to dispose of cut hair. “They use hair clippings from salons and groomers to soak up oil spills,” Jill says. “One pound of hair soaks up one quart of oil. In addition to being used in some of the 2,600 oil spills that occur annually, the company’s hair mats are also used by flower growers as a natural fertilizer.” “We use an eye vac hair reclaiming system that collects pure hair, nearly free of debris,” Jill explains. “We put it in a box and ship it to their warehouse. Because it is a nonprofit company, we do pay to ship the hair to them. It gives us an opportunity to get involved and make a difference.” Jill admits, “I’ve never been what you’d call ‘green.’ But as I’ve spent a little time looking into sustainability, I’ve found it is very easy for small businesses to get involved by adopting environmentally sound business practices. I’m amazed at the impact a small business can make.”
Select Comfort By Janey Goude Photography by Jeff Amberg Jill Farmer, owner of Green Hair Salon, collects hair clippings and sends them to a company that uses them to soak up oil spills.
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“People who say recycling costs money aren’t paying attention, just like I wasn’t,” says Ron McCoy, general manager of Select Comfort. “That’s old thinking based on old costs associated with recycling. It just isn’t true in 2010.” Ron should know. He turned a $7,000 monthly waste removal expense into an average $2,500 monthly revenue stream.
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In 2008 Ron was sitting at home watching the History Channel. “As I watched this show about the environment, I realized I needed to stop thinking about being green and actually do something about it,” recalls Ron. “I had three goals for our mattress manufacturing plant. I wanted to reduce waste to the landfill by 90 percent. I wanted to reduce energy consumption by 20 percent. And I wanted to turn an expense into an income.” Ron recognized that achieving those goals would be a team effort. He credits his employees with the success of Select Comfort’s sustainability program. “You have to take steps that make sense. Then your employees will be on board.” Ron knew he needed someone to help guide the process, and after considerable research, he selected Carolina Waste Solutions of Darlington, S.C., to help him achieve his goals. “Before we began our conservation efforts, we sent one huge dumpster to the landfill daily,” Ron remembers.
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“Now it takes us at least four months to fill one.” Instead of making trips to the landfill, employees man a bailer located in the center of the manufacturing plant. “I haven’t hired additional staff to incorporate these green practices. The same people perform different tasks.” The staff that used to put excess mattress foam into the dumpster now bails that same material for resale. “After we addressed our waste stream issues, we engaged Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative to see how we could conserve energy,” Ron says. “They performed an energy audit and made many recommendations. We were able to save money immediately just by recharging our lift trucks later in the day after rates go down.” Select Comfort implemented their conservation initiatives in September 2008. On Oct. 6, 2008, they met all of their initial objectives and declared themselves green. By reducing energy costs, minimizing the waste stream and selling reusable waste materials, Select
Comfort realizes an average savings of $9,500 per month over their September 2008 costs. However, Ron wasn’t content to rest on his laurels. In November 2009, he contacted one of his suppliers and began developing a returnable container that will eliminate the need for the product’s plastic overwrap. During the first quarter of 2010, Select Comfort will eliminate another 25 percent of its waste stream. “Sustainability is a neverending journey,” he says. “We want to constantly be looking for new ways to conserve. This has to be in your heart, not just in your pocketbook.”
Oliver Gospel Mission “We are reaching back to an old, old technology to help the environment, beautify the downtown, reduce costs, enhance self-sufficiency, develop work habits and teach responsibility,” explains Howard Blomberg, director of operations at Oliver Gospel Mission. “We are planting a garden. Actually, volunteers
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from Home Depot are helping us to plant a garden. They, in conjunction with volunteers from Scott Fertilizer, have responded to a request from us to get a vegetable garden in our downtown courtyard area. The companies themselves are donating materials.” “In an effort to be good stewards of all God has given us, we have always made cursory efforts at green practices,” Howard says. “In 2009 we saw donors make a heightened financial commitment to the Mission. As the slowing economy left people with less disposable income, they were still choosing to send their money our way. We felt a responsibility to redouble our efforts to get the most from every donated dollar.” “We decided to have an internal contest among the Oliver Gospel Mission staff,” he continues. “We wanted to brainstorm ideas that would save money. Eighty ideas were submitted. After research and careful thought, the garden was determined to be one of the overall best ideas. We’ll use winter flowering plants to prep the soil and then switch over to vegetables in the spring. The men in the Mission’s Residential Recovery Program will maintain the garden and harvest the vegetables, which will be used in our meals.” Patterned after WWII Victory Gardens, the Mission’s garden represents the indomitable human spirit. Howard explains, “During WWII even the smallest patch of land was utilized for gardening. The sentiment was that every effort to save resources at home was contributing support to troops overseas. Our garden saves resources and introduces skills that will be used in the war against homelessness.” While the garden will save some food costs, it isn’t primarily about money. Howard continues, “The skills learned and the character developed by tending the garden will allow men who were formerly drains on the community to be transformed into leaders. These men can be restored to their families and develop good relationships with God and others. The garden will pay its greatest dividends in ways that go far beyond the monetary value it will save.”
TRASHformations.com “I was introduced to environmental stewardship at the age of 4 when my mother took me along to help her clean a littered alley,” says Mary Pat Baldauf, owner and founder of TRASHformations.com. She hasn’t gotten off her soapbox since. “I learned energy conservation from my father, who worked in the SC Energy Office for over 20 years. Sustainability has always
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been a way of life for me,” she says. About three years ago, Mary Pat kicked recycling up a notch by putting a fun, quirky twist on trash. TRASHformations.com turns everyday throwaway objects into useful and decorative items. “We fashion jewelry from pop tabs and ornaments from burnt out light bulbs,” Mary Pat says. TRASHformations.com also features lamps, garden pieces, clocks, key rings and sculptures – all made from recycled trash. “Waste reduction and reuse are key components of my business,” says Mary Pat, “but so is environmental education. I maintain a blog with posts on environmental topics like energy conservation, recycling and waste reduction.” Outside of her creative flair, Mary Pat considers her green efforts ordinary. “TRASHformations.com is a single employee business, so my green steps are small ones. But small actions can create big change, especially when it comes to the environment.”
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TRASHformations.com was a featured vendor at the Sustainable Holiday Celebration, held in December 2009 by Sustainable Midlands. “Based on the huge turnout, consumers are looking for ways to be more sustainable shoppers,” Mary Pat says. “The attendees weren’t the stereotypical tree huggers but a diverse group of shoppers of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds. I hope this was the start of an annual Midlands tradition.”
Small Steps Make Big Change Average cost per ton of trash: recycle - $30; send to landfill - $50; incinerate - $65 to $75. An estimated 80 million Hershey’s Kisses are wrapped each DAY, using enough recyclable aluminum foil to cover nearly 40 football fields! We t h r o w a w a y 2 5 b i l l i o n Styrofoam coffee cups every year. Approximately 1 billion trees worth of paper are thrown away every year. If Americans recycled just 1/10
of their newspapers, we would save about 25 million trees a year. At one time, aluminum was more valuable than gold. We use over 80 billion aluminum soda cans every year. We discard enough aluminum to rebuild the US commercial air fleet four times over. Recycling one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a TV for three hours. We use 2,500,000 plastic bottles every hour. Most of them are thrown away. The highest point in Hamilton County, Ohio is Mount Rumpke, a mountain of trash at the Rumpke landfill. A single quart of motor oil, if disposed of improperly, can contaminate up to 2 million gallons of fresh water. Every month we throw out enough recyclable glass bottles and jars to fill up a giant skyscraper. We generate 1,609 pounds of trash per person per year – more than any other country.
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LOCAL SEEN
Behindthe-Scenes Champion
Bill Rogers, United Way of the Midlands Humanitarian of the Year By Rosanne McDowell Photography by Robert Clark
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hard to get the man to talk about himself. Bill Rogers, newly named United Way of the Midlands Humanitarian of the Year, is “a guy who is happier being in the background than in the forefront of things” when it comes to giving, as one of his friends says. But on Feb. 25, Bill will find himself in the limelight – amid a black-tie assemblage, no less – when United Way of the Midlands formally recognizes him as the recipient of its prestigious annual award. “I’ve known Bill for about 20 years now and worked with him on a variety of things,” says Mac Bennett, president and CEO of United Way of the Midlands, “and I can tell you he’s a man who’s really focused on the needs of some of our most underserved population groups, especially around youth issues.”
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According to Mac, Bill has been a real champion for the Carolina Children’s Home and the Bethlehem Center. More recently, he’s been very active in Friends of Juvenile Justice, and they’ve built a community center out at the Department of Juvenile Justice that’s named for him. Mac continues, “Bill and his family also have set up scholarships for disadvantaged children. He’s worked hard to give these kids a chance. And although he’s not sought out a lot of attention for this kind of thing, Bill has been a significant pillar of Trenholm Road United Methodist Church as a deacon and strong layman-benefactor.” This is not to say that he’s ignored hands-on involvement with the causes he supports. A former Georgia Tech basketball player, he at one time helped coach the Carolina Children’s Home basketball team.
But Bill most often works behind the scenes raising money for worthy causes (beginning with his own contributions) or engaging other people to join him as advocates for these causes. Additionally, he brings his planning abilities and business sense to assist charity organizations from a management standpoint. Golfing buddy Cantey Heath says of Bill, “He’s a bright, smart guy who built up his construction company, Bonitz Inc., through hard work, and he just enjoys sharing his resources and abilities with others. I remember when he put a new roof on the Salvation Army building – a real need at the time. Another key attribute from my point of view: At 84, he’s still competitive at golf!” If you ask Bill Rogers what motivates him to give as he does, he’ll tell you very simply of his childhood: “I was raised in a small town in central Georgia – Ocilla, near Valdosta – and my father died early. My family was very involved in the Methodist church and in meeting the needs of the community. As a result, giving became second nature to me. I see a need, I have funds, so I help.” A resident of Columbia for more than 50 years, Bill has rooted his giving spirit into the lives of his children, as well. His daughter, Louise Slater, and his son, Billy Rogers, have their own charity foundations. His wife, Connally, was also active in the church and community before she passed away a few years ago. In looking for organizations to assist, Bill has some basic guidelines. Irene Gillespie, his secretary, says he pinpoints potential beneficiaries in several ways. “He finds a lot of them by association with folks he knows,” she explains. “Someone will ask, ‘Can you help me out with this project?’ The news is also a source. And then there’s word of mouth. I might go to him and tell him about a need. Before he commits, we check things like what percentage of the potential
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beneficiary’s financial support goes to charity and what percentage goes to overhead. We want to be sure it’s making the most of its resources and is not a bogus organization.” Irene adds that Bill favors organizations that meet basic needs – “soap and soup charities,” as he calls them. His core charities include the Salvation Army, Carolina Children’s Home and Alston Wilkes Society, and currently he’s on the boards of Trenholm Road United Methodist Church Foundation (chairman), Alston Wilkes, Central Carolina Community Foundation, Salvation Army (past chairman) and Carolina Children’s Home (past chairman). Until recently, Bill had not allowed his name to be used in connection with his charitable work because he didn’t want those projects to be about him. Louise convinced him it would be advantageous to change that practice. Her reasoning: “I told him if he allowed his name to
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appear in connection with a project, other people might be encouraged to give. So he’s allowed a few charities to publish his name in recent years. He’s a father figure, and a lot of people respect his opinion and follow his example.”
However, numerous fel l o w citizens do see him just that way and are pleased to share what they think sets Bill Rogers apart as worthy of the award. Distill all their thoughts together, and you have Cantey Heath’s pithy judgment: “Somebody
Bill favors organizations that meet basic needs – “soap
and soup charities,” as he calls them. His core charities include the Salvation Army, Carolina Children’s Home and Alston Wilkes Society. About winning the United Way of the Midlands Humanitarian of the Year award, Bill feels it takes some getting used to since he’s always tried to remain in the background with his giving activities. Smiling a little wryly, he says, “It’s human nature to want to be recognized. Anybody who says otherwise is lying. But that’s never been my motivation. I don’t picture myself as being Humanitarian of the Year.”
will do one wonderful thing, and that’s all you hear from them. But year after year, Bill keeps giving.” So Bill Rogers is just going to have to put up with a little applause, at least on Feb. 25, when his lifetime of giving will be recognized by representatives of the many Midlands organizations he has sought to benefit. Those who know him say he’ll manage it with his usual grace.
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A Designer’s Palette
Paul D. Sloan celebrates color in his home By Margaret Gregory / Photography by www.photosbyjeejee.com
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olor is my weakness,” interior designer Paul D. Sloan admits. Paul’s “weakness” is evident throughout his home, which creatively displays a myriad of hues, tints and shades. Walls of vibrant yellow brighten Paul’s living room, and side chairs with striped hues of green and red add a certain pop. The multi-colored sofa provides comfortable seating in front of a marbled fireplace. “The sofa was one I had previously and sold to a friend. When we both moved to new houses, I bought the sofa back from her and reupholstered it.” In fact, most of the furnishings in Paul’s house came from his previous home. Six years ago, Paul decided it was time to downsize from his large, formal house into something a little more manageable. During his house hunting process, he came across a quaint 1,300-square-foot cottage built around 1950 in the Quinine Hill area and immediately knew it was exactly what he was looking for. “It was just right for me,” he says. “I was ready for the change. It’s a little like living in the country and having privacy. My previous home was more formal, and I wanted a more relaxed atmosphere.” Paul is especially proud of his dining room, on which he worked with Georgia Lake and Emily Black to create a unique wall surface. “The walls are a limestone finish of red and gold tones, and it is such a beautiful surface,” he says. Chairs finished in eglomeise, a reverse style of painting that gives the surface a mirrored finish, surround the dining room table. A wide array
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Paul’s multicolored sofa provides comfortable seating in front of his marbled fireplace.
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The unique dining room walls are a limestone finish of red and gold tones.
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The pool house furniture features a contemporary look of colorful florals and stripes.
like what I like, and I make it work. “IIknow the moment I see something if I like it. Design is about what you like and what makes you comfortable.�
Red quartz countertops contrast with the crocodile-imprinted tile floor in the kitchen.
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of paintings along with collections of glass, Baccarat crystal and other pieces of art demonstrate Paul’s love for a rich variety of styles. “I like what I like, and I make it work,” he smiles. “Some might call it an eclectic look, but I think that word is greatly overused! I’m very versatile in my taste. I know the moment I see something if I like it.” Even his kitchen has the feel of an artistic touch with plenty of color. Red quartz countertops contrast with the crocodile imprinted tile floor. A cozy den occupies the open area next to the kitchen with a comfortable black leather and crocodile sofa. Practicality is a component of his home that Paul shares with two of his best friends, whippets named Christina and Versace. “When you have pets, you are more aware of the fabrics that you choose and the height of the furnishings. It’s a dogfriendly house.” Even though Paul’s newer house is smaller in size, the grounds around the house still provide that needed space when Paul entertains. A closed-in porch, pool and expansive gardens lined with gravel and stepping stone walkways allow guests to meander inside and out without ever feeling crowded. “The pool house was originally a storage area, and I knew I could transform it for guests to enjoy,” says Paul. While the gardens are filled with plants that provide color nearly yearround, Paul has also incorporated his own sense of color. The pool house furniture features a contemporary look of colorful florals and stripes blended with solid hues of orange. Outside on the pool deck, a multicolored umbrella provides shade over tall chairs in iridescent shades of yellow, blue, green and fuchsia. Paul’s strong belief about design work is that it’s not a serious subject. “If you don’t have fun doing it, then you shouldn’t do it,” Paul says. “Design is about what you like and what makes you comfortable.”
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A-MaizingGrits A Bowl of Americana By Susan Fuller Slack, CCP Photography by Jeff Amberg
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arm, creamy grits topped with a puddle of melted butter is one of South Carolina’s favorite comfort foods. Situated in the “grits belt,” we enjoy this iconic staple morning, noon and night, unlike the territories north of the Mason Dixon line where folks are reluctant to part with their hash browns and home fries. But with the tenacious powers of Southern persuasion, this Southern slow food continues to gain ground. Brian Dukes of Blue Marlin, Ricky Mollohan of Cellar on Greene, Mr. Friendly’s and Solstice Kitchen, Jonathon L. Mitchell of The Members Club at WildeWood and Woodcreek and Jamie Hecker of Mill Pond Steakhouse have worked with various types of Carolina grits. Artisans, chefs and farmers work in partnership and camaraderie to celebrate heritage foods and share knowledge among disciplines. To honor the hands that grow, nurture and interpret the harvest gives us all true grit!
Blue Marlin Shrimp and Grits by Executive Chef Brian Dukes 2 ounces (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter 6 to 8 ounces andouille sausage, diced 1 1/2 pound large, raw shrimp, shelled salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste Old Bay Seasoning, to taste chopped fresh parsley For Grits 1/2 gallon (2 quarts) chicken stock or water and bouillon cubes 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
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Original Blue Marlin Shrimp and Grits
14 ounces stone-ground white Adluh grits 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup whole milk For Tasso gravy 2 ounces (4 tablespoons) butter 3 ounces Tasso ham, finely diced (See notes below) 2 ounces (4 tablespoons) all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups hot chicken stock 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Prepare grits by bringing chicken stock, salt and pepper to a boil in a heavy-bottom stockpot. Whisk in grits then reduce heat to medium low. Mix steadily until grits and liquid are combined. Cook for 30-45 minutes on medium-low heat, stirring frequently, to prevent grits from burning at the bottom of the pot. Once the grits begin to soften to the bite, whisk in milk and cream. The grits are very creamy but will thicken up a bit if you continue to cook them. Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed. Prepare Tasso gravy by melting butter in a heavy saucepot over medium heat. Sauté the ham for 2 minutes to release flavors. Whisk in flour and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, to make a roux. Slowly add hot chicken stock to the roux, whisking
continuously to prevent lumps of flour. Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes; taste to correct seasonings, if necessary. In a heavy sauté pan over medium heat, melt butter until sizzling then add the andouille sausage. Cook 1 minute until the sausage releases its fat, then add shrimp. Sauté shrimp until they become pink and slightly opaque. Season with the salt, pepper, Old Bay Seasoning and parsley. To serve, spoon grits into individual bowls. Place sautéd shrimp and sausage in the middle of the grits; ladle gravy on top. Garnish with parsley. Serve at once and enjoy. Makes 4 to 6 servings.
Anson Mills’s Carolina Quick Grits by Glen Roberts of Anson Mills 1 cup (6 ounces) Anson Mills Whole Hominy Quick Grits (white or yellow) spring or filtered water fine sea salt 2 to 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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water. Stir once. Allow the grits to settle a full minute, tilt the vessel, and skim off and discard the chaff and hulls with a fine tea strainer. Cover the slow cooker, and turn the heat setting to high. Cook, stirring once or twice, until the grits are creamy and tender and hold their shape on a spoon, about 90 minutes. Cooking time can vary, depending on the slow cooker size and the heat setting. In the saucepan: Place the grits in a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan (preferably one with sloping sides and a wide mouth) and cover with 3 cups water. Stir once. Allow the grits to settle a full minute, tilt the pan, and skim off and discard the chaff and hulls with a fine tea strainer. Cover and let stand overnight at room temperature. Note: If you have not soaked the grits, cover them with 4 cups water, and skim off and discard the chaff and hulls as directed above. Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until “the first starch” takes hold, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, until the grits are creamy and tender throughout and hold their shape on a spoon, about 15 or 30 minutes, depending on whether or not they were soaked. Add 1 teaspoon salt halfway through the cooking time. To finish, stir in butter with vigorous strokes. Add more salt, if desired, and the black pepper. Makes 4 to 6 servings as a side dish.
Mill Pond Steakhouse Famous Cheese Grits by Chef Jamie Hecker 1 cup water 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock or water 1 cup stone-ground white or yellow grits salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 teaspoon of hot sauce, or to taste 1/4 cup cheddar cheese
Place water and vegetable stock in a heavy pot and bring to a boil. Pour in grits, whisking continuously. Add salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer 20-25 minutes, stirring often. Mix in heavy cream, then bring grits back to a boil. Stir in butter, hot sauce and cheese. Turn heat back to low and simmer 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Taste for seasoning. Makes 4 servings. 24 C O L U M B I A M E T R O P O L I T A N
Pan-Roasted Duck with Vanilla-Honey Grits Orange & Red Currant Souffle Sauce over Creamy Grits by Ricky Mollohan, owner/chef by Jonathon L. Mitchell, head chef of The Members Club at WildeWood and Woodcreek 4 Pekin duck breasts with fat scored salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup orange-flavored liqueur 1/3 cup sugar 1/3 cup orange juice 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/8 cup chicken stock zest of 1/2 small orange salt and pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1/4 cup dried red currants For Creamy Grits 1 1/2 quarts of half and half 1/4 stick (2 tablespoons) of butter 1 cup Quaker quick-cooking grits (not instant) salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
To prepare Creamy Grits, in a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan over mediumhigh heat, bring half and half and butter to a boil, whisking continuosly. Slowly whisk in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low and, stirring constantly, cook 10 to 15 minutes or until grits are thick and creamy. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Keep warm. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large oven-safe sauté pan, sear duck breasts with the fat-side down over moderately low heat for approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Flip duck over so the skin shows, and transfer the sauté pan into the oven. Cook for an additional 4 to 5 minutes. Remove duck breasts and allow to rest. Return sauté pan to stovetop on medium-high heat. Deglaze the pan with orange liqueur. Add the remaining sauce ingredients, except the butter and red currants, and increase the heat to high. Let reduce by 2/3, whisking often. Reduce heat to low and slowly whisk in butter. Add currants. To serve, cut each duck breast on a bias. Spoon grits onto four dinner plates. Top each portion with a sliced duck breast, shingled over the grits. Spoon the sauce over the duck. Makes 4 servings.
of Solstice Kitchen, Mr. Friendly’s and Cellar on Greene 2 cups vegetable stock + 1 cup water (or use 3 cups water instead) 2 teaspoons salt 1 cup white grits 1 cup heavy cream 5 eggs, separated 1/4 cup honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 teaspoons granulated sugar 4 tablespoons unsalted butter salt and coarsely ground black pepper
Butter a 2-quart casserole or soufflé dish; set aside. In a 3-quart, heavybottomed saucepan, bring the stock, water and salt to a boil. Stir in the grits, reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring often, until thick, smooth and creamy. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until hot, then stir it into the grits. Beat the egg yolks, and then slowly whisk them into the grits. Stir in the honey, vanilla, brown sugar and sugar; season with salt & pepper to taste. Cool at room temperature. An hour before serving the soufflé, preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a stainlesssteel bowl, beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks. Gently fold the egg whites into the grits mixture and spoon into the buttered soufflé dish. Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until the grits are set. Serve immediately. Makes 8 servings.
Grits and Sausage Casserole by Blythewood farmer and miller Joe Trapp 1 1/2 cups Joe Trapp’s Yellow Grits 4 1/2 cups water (more if needed) 4 to 6 tablespoons butter salt and black pepper, to taste 1 pound bulk Jimmy Dean Sausage (hot) 6 large eggs 1/8 cup milk 8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese F E B R U A R Y 2010
Pour grits into a bowl and cover with 2 inches of water. Stir, allowing grits to settle to the bottom of the bowl. Pour off the water to remove the bran. Repeat this step 2 or 3 times. Pour rinsed grits into 4 1/2 cups salted boiling water and cook 20 to 25 minutes, stirring frequently, until grits are creamy. Add a little more water if grits seem too thick. Mix in butter, salt and pepper. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brown the sausage in a skillet. When done, remove to a plate; reserve skillet. Break eggs in small bowl and beat with a fork. Add milk and salt to eggs while beating. Scramble eggs softly in the skillet used for browning the sausage. Set aside.  Butter a large casserole dish. Spread grits in the bottom. Layer sausage then scrambled eggs on top of the grits. Top evenly with shredded cheese. Bake in the oven 15 to 20 minutes or just until the cheese melts and becomes slightly golden. Makes 4 to 5 servings.
Creole Grits by Susan Fuller Slack, CCP 1 cup white stone-ground grits 4 cups spring water, more if needed 1 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/3 cup heavy cream 4 slices lean bacon, cut in quarters 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or safflower oil, if desired 1 small green bell pepper, trimmed, diced 1 bunch green onions (use half the green stems), sliced 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes (drain and reserve juice) 1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup diced, cooked ham Tabasco Green Pepper Sauce, to taste 5 fresh basil leaves, stacked, rolled, cut into chiffonade, plus extra for garnish, if desired Fresh-grated sharp Provolone or other cheese, as desired
In a heavy saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Whisk in grits, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low. Cook about 25 minutes, stirring often, until thick and creamy. If grits seem too thick, add a few tablespoons water. Stir in butter and cream; cover and keep warm. While grits cook, prepare remaining ingredients. In a
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medium skillet, fry bacon until crisp; drain and set aside. Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet or substitute olive oil. On medium heat, cook bell pepper and onions 5 minutes or until soft. Add tomato pulp, garlic and 3 to 4 tablespoons reserved tomato juice; simmer 10 minutes. Mix in ham; cook 5 minutes more or until liquid reduces. Gently stir tomato mixture, pepper sauce and basil into warm grits. Add additional seasoning, if desired. Spoon hot grits onto a buttered serving plate; garnish top with grated cheese, crumbled bacon and basil leaves. Serve at once. Makes 4 to 6 servings.
Tips for Cooking Grits
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Artisan stone-ground grits retain the germ, which is responsible for the majority of corn flavor. But the fatty germ becomes rancid quickly, so the preservative-free grits must be stored in the refrigerator or ideally the freezer. The germ is lacking in shelf-stable grocery store brands. Lightly rinse stone-ground grits to separate out the chaff. Cover the uncooked grits in a bowl with cool water, and soak for a minute or two. Remove the floating particles with a large spoon or carefully pour them off. Four-to-one is the usual water/grits ratio, but more liquid can be added if the grits thicken too quickly. Whole corn grits are thirstier, so keep a small pan of simmering water nearby. You can replace part or all of the water with chicken, veal, vegetable stock or even half and half. Ricky Mollohan advises using a heavybottom pot. The first 5 minutes of cooking are the most important so stir, stir, stir! When the grits begin to noticeably thicken, you should be able to avoid burning them. Ricky prefers using stock to water and always finishes the grits with an addition of cream or half and half. Quality coarse grits must be cooked slowly to bring out the best flavors. The slow cooker provides a long, gentle cooking method that requires scant attention. Rinse 1 cup grits (if fresh stone-ground), then place in the slow cooker with 5 cups water and season as desired. Cover and cook on high heat 2 hours or until thick and creamy. Cooked grits will hold well on low heat in the slow cooker. Some cooks even use a double boiler. Brian Dukes suggests pouring leftover grits into a shallow pan to refrigerate overnight. Cut grits with a cookie cutter to form grits cakes. Dredge the shapes in seasoned flour and pan fry on a griddle or sauté pan in butter or olive oil. Add your favorite savory toppings to the “refried” grits. Try this method with Susan’s Creole Grits if there are any leftovers; the flavors are even better the second day.
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Flea Market. Community is .25 mile on left next to Lexington Tennis Facility. 6. Creek Ridge Price Range of New Homes: $200,000 and up Price Range of Lots: $33,500 - $66,900 School District: Richland 2 Russell & Jeffcoat Realtors Peggy Fowler, (803) 600-5741 www.creekridgeblythewood.com Directions: Take I-77 North to Exit 27/Blythewood. Turn right and go to second light. Turn left onto Wilson Blvd. to immediate right on Langford. At first light, travel 4.5 miles to left on Grover Wilson, 3.5 miles to right on Bear Creek, .5 mile to right on N.E. Miles to right into Ridge Creek. 7. Dawson’s Park Price Range of New Homes: $99,900 - $147,900 School District: Lexington 1 Midlands Realtors, LLC Donna Reed, (803) 422-4700 www.midlandsrealtors.com Directions: Take Highway 1 away from Lexington. Community is .5 mile from Lexington High School on the right. 8. Eagle Pointe Price Range of New Homes: $130,000 - $170,000 School District: Lexington 5 Great Southern Homes Bill Guess, (803) 360-0941 www.gshomes.gs Directions: Take I-26 West to Exit 91 and turn left toward Chapin. Go approximately 1 mile and turn left onto Lexington Ave. Go approximately 2.5 miles and turn right onto Stucks Point Drive. Eagle Pointe will be .25 mile on the left. 9. Eagles Rest at Lake Murray Price Range of New Homes: $204,990 - $265,480 School District: Lexington 5 Shumaker Homes, (803) 787-HOME Donna Stevens, (803) 407-3708 www.ShumakerHomes.com Directions: Take I-26 West to Exit 101A/Ballentine/White Rock/US 176. Merge onto Dutch Fork Rd., then left on Johnson Marina Rd. and left on Richard Franklin Rd. to community entrance on right.
10. Eagles Rest at Lake Murray Garden Homes Price Range of New Homes: $214,990 - $236,990 School District: Lexington 5 Shumaker Homes, (803) 787-HOME Vickie Proper, (803) 732-5950 www.ShumakerHomes.com Directions: Take I-26 West to Exit 101A/Ballentine/White Rock/US 176. Merge onto Dutch Fork Rd., then left on Johnson Marina Rd. and left on Richard Franklin Rd. to community entrance on right. 11. Eve’s Garden Price Range of New Homes: $250,000 - $364,000 School District: Kershaw County Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS ® Novella Taylor, (803) 730-3738 www.NovellaTaylor.com Directions: Take I-20 East to Exit 98. Turn left toward Camden, then right at Black River Rd. 12. GreenHill Parish Price Range of New Homes: $325,000 - $600,000 Price Range of Lots: $35,000 - $80,000 School District: Richland 2 Manning Kirk & Associates Russell & Jeffcoat Realtors Barbara Puffenbarger, (803) 699-0015 www.greenhillparish.com Directions: Take I-20 East to Exit 82/Spears Creek Church Rd. Turn left onto Spears Creek Church Rd., and continue 2 miles to GreenHill Parish entrance on right. 13. Haigs Creek Price Range of New Homes: $270,000 - $360,000 Price Range of Lots: $40,000 - $48,000 School District: Kershaw County Russell & Jeffcoat Realtors, Inc. Shelba Wooten Mattox, (803) 600-0527 www.haigscreek.com Directions: Take I-20 East to Exit 87, left onto White Pond Rd., right onto Whiting Way (frontage road) and left into Haigs Creek. Follow the new homes signs to new construction. 14. Indigo Place Price Range of New Homes: $109,900
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Shumaker Homes, (803) 787-HOME Amanda Little, (803) 732-1515 www.ShumakerHomes.com Directions: Take I-77 North to Exit 22/Killian Rd. Turn right onto Killian Rd. and take to end. Turn left onto Longtown Rd. and continue to community entrance on the left. 23. Orchard Pointe Price Range of New Homes: $200,000 - $375,000 School District: Lexington 1 Sycamore Development, LLC, (803) 788-8300 Coldwell Banker United, REALTORS速 Jean Reed, (803) 358-1158 www.orchardpointe.info, www.cbunited.com Directions: Take I-20 to Highway 378 West toward Lexington/Lake Murray Dam. Turn left onto Mineral Springs Rd. Orchard Pointe is 1.2 miles ahead on the right.
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31. Wellesley Price Range of New Homes: $149,990 - $207,300 School District: Lexington 1 Shumaker Homes, (803) 787-HOME Matt Shealy & Brantley Jones, (803) 957-3290 www.ShumakerHomes.com Directions: Take I-20 West to Exit 61/US 378 toward Lexington. Merge right on US 378 and turn left at first light onto Ginny Ln. Continue to community ahead on right. 32. Westcott Ridge Price Range of New Homes: Patio Homes $180,000 - $250,000; Traditional $300,000 - $500,000 School District: Lexington/ Richland 5 Russell & Jeffcoat Realtors Rhonda Jacobs Walsh, (803) 781-6552 www.westcottridge.com Directions: Take I-26 West to Exit 97/ Peak. Veer Right on Hwy 176. Westcott
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Ridge is on the left, across from Waterfall subdivision. 33. Willow Tree Price Range of New Homes: $114,000 - $208,300 School District: Richland 1 Shumaker Homes, (803) 787-HOME Angelia Jefferson, (803) 783-7183 www.ShumakerHomes.com Directions: Take I-77 North to Exit 9/Garners Ferry Rd./US 378. Turn right on Garners Ferry Rd., left on Trotter Rd., left on Caughman Rd. and right onto Ulmer Rd. Continue to community entrance ahead on left.
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ay Anthony and Kristen Fischer met as undergrads at Furman University in Greenville. Several years later, when they became engaged and began talking about a wedding location, their search was continually drawn to the upstate
area of South Carolina. “I grew up in Missouri and Alabama,” says Kristen, “and my parents now live in Texas, so I didn’t feel as though I had a traditional ‘hometown’ in which to get married. However, Jay is a native of Spartanburg, so the upstate is home for him. Also, as nearly half our guests would be traveling from out of state, it was important to us to provide them with a quintessential Carolina experience.” When the couple visited The Chapel at The Cliffs at Glassy, located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Landrum, they fell in love with the incredible vistas and the intimate charm of the quaint stone chapel. Kristen says that everything fell into place after that. They decided on an evening wedding on Oct. 25. 2008 – during their favorite season – and thought that the chapel would be a destination that guests would not soon forget. For the seated dinner and dancing reception, they chose the Poinsett Ballroom at nearby four-diamond Westin Poinsett Hotel in downtown Greenville. “We are both traditional and love anything old, so the simple elegance of the very Old World chapel and the beautiful, historic hotel built in 1925 could not have been more perfect for us,” says Kristen. Besides a little help from their parents, including go-
ing with Jay’s mother to help narrow down wedding dress choices before her own mother arrived to help make the final selection, Kristen and Jay planned the entire wedding together. “We kept a hefty three-ring binder with everything: copies of contracts, inspirational photos, contact information, etc. We also set up a wedding Web site to help persuade our many out-of-state guests to make the trip and to assist them with travel and accommodation information.” A top-notch photographer became a priority. They chose Clark Berry Photography. “We are so thankful that we did make photography a priority because it’s the one tangible
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reminder of our wedding that we still have today, and the images have kept so many brief and priceless moments – during what was a quick, bustling day – alive for us,” Kristen says. A family friend of Jay’s led a string trio for the wedding ceremony. Natural seasonal colors provided the theme for invitations, programs and flowers. Hues were primarily chocolate brown, ivory, cream, green and gold. She wore a strapless gown of champagne dupioni silk designed by Paloma Blanca and held a bouquet of roses, hydrangeas and calla lilies. Kristen kept warm with a coordinating wrap sewn by her mother of gold dupioni silk. She also carried a beaded clutch purse, which her mother used for her own wedding, over 30 years ago. Bridesmaids wore floor-length chocolate brown halter dresses and carried green hydrangeas, chocolate berries and orchids. A favorite wedding gift actually became a memorable part of the wedding. A bridesmaid gifted the couple with a hot cider beverage station, which was set up in an outdoor pavilion adjacent to the chapel and decorated with lanterns and shiny red apples. “The warm drink was a lovely treat for our guests to enjoy while overlooking the incredible views as the sun was going down,” says Kristen. Plus, leaf- and acorn-shaped cookies, baked by the bride’s mother, were a special treat to hold guests over until they could be seated for dinner in Greenville. At the reception, more autumn colors were pulled in: burnt orange, deep red, copper and plum. The cake, made by Holly’s Cakes, was a four-tiered vanilla cake with raspberry filling and buttercream icing. Kristen presented her seven bridesmaids with gold clutch purses and ivory pashima wraps – ideal for keeping off the fall chill. Jay gave his seven groomsmen monogrammed pewter jiggers, each with a Kennedy half-dollar at the base, and coordinating ivory neckties to wear with their tuxes. The Anthonys, who now reside in Columbia, say that the combination of the magical chapel high atop a cliff and the sophisticated grandeur of the downtown Greenville hotel provided an evening for themselves and their guests that all will remember for many years to come.
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CITY The Scene By Deena C. Bouknight Photography of Mimi Dial and Robert Bovard’s wedding by www.johnwrightenberryphotography.com
Location Lowdown Downtown Columbia continues to improve with age. Among the choices for amazing wedding venues are historic buildings, dramatic spots with exceptional views, beautiful outdoor areas and contemporary locales – Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, the State Museum, the Columbia Museum of Art, the grounds at the Hampton Preston Mansion and Robert Mills House, The Big Apple, Siebels House & Garden and the Riverwalk, to name a few.
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citrus yellow, berry crush and blueberry fizz
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Sophisticated arrangements, such as calla lilies or a simple red
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A bouquet of pure white – and intoxicatingly sweet-smelling –
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Brilliant pink and white star-gazer lilies
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A detail of the facade of the venue recreated in icing
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A towering pyramid of croquembouche, doughnuts, cupcakes
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Tote bags featuring a photograph or drawing of the venue or
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Contemporary glass vases
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Stylish wine bottle toppers
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Embossers with each person’s initial
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Heirloom blue and white porcelains
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Bright yellow flowers everywhere
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Buttercream cake with a cascading ribbon
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CITY The Story
Mimi Dial and Robert Bovard By Deena C. Bouknight / Photography by www.johnwrightenberryphotography.com
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rom the time she can remember, Mimi Dial hoped of a wedding reception at The Lace House. Not only does she consider it a hidden gem in the middle
of Columbia, but she also treasures that it was the home of her father’s great-great grandmother – after whom she was named. “Even though I never knew her, I grew up looking at her portrait, and I felt a connection and interest,” says the Columbia native. “My grandfather had worked very hard on the preservation of the house and gardens, so it was meaningful to our family to have the wedding there.” Mimi met her husband, Robert Bovard, an Augusta native, while living in Washington, D.C. She was employed at National Geographic magazine; he was working for a U.S. Senator from Georgia. They dated for two years before becoming engaged. Mimi’s mother assisted with the wedding plans. “When you hire capable people to help you, like a florist, caterer, photographer, etc., an element of calm prevails over the planning,” says Mimi. “You just let them do their jobs. They’re the experts.” The couple decided to marry at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, built in the 1800s, on April 18, 2009 at 6 p.m. Mimi was dressed in a Manuel Mota lace gown she found in Charleston. The bridesmaids wore black and white cocktail dresses. The church’s proximity to The Lace House, on Richland Street, enabled the wedding party and guests to walk
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to the reception after the vows were exchanged. “To add to the fun, we got members of our band to play and lead us as we strolled from the church to the reception,” says Mimi. In addition, waiters were waiting at The Lace House with trays of champagne. Anyone who drove to the reception found custom-made car tags expressing to the guests how much their attendance was appreciated. A large tent on the mall of The Lace House was strung with clear lights. Because The Lace House is an ornate 19thcentury traditional home, the reception was decorated with a collection of Chinese blue and white porcelains that belong to Mimi’s grandmother and mother. Caterer Jack Brantley used several of the large pieces of porcelain for displaying food. Florist Jimmilib Harrison of Garden Tapestry used a variety of bright yellow flowers – forsythia, Shasta daisies, roses, orchids and lilies – to complement the blue and white. “It was a unique look, and it made me realize the possibilities of using things you own,” says Mimi. Fitting in with the historic look of The Lace House, Mimi presented her bridesmaids with individual sterling dresser trays with their names engraved on them. A favorite wedding gift from a friend of her mother’s was an oil painting of her Columbia childhood home. It currently hangs in the couple’s bedroom. Mimi says that the downtown Columbia locale was ideal for housing family and friends. “Most of our out-of-town friends stayed in the Vista, and the convenience of the whole downtown area was a big plus.”
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COUNTRY The Scene By Deena C. Bouknight Photography of Sarah Cox and Stephen Lowery’s wedding by www.clarkberry.com
Location Lowdown A country wedding in the South allows for a plethora of different locations, such as barns, plantations, inns, farm houses and family homes.
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Large containers of giant sunflowers
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Anything white, lemon yellow or ivory topped with candy or
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Pale lavender laced with yellow ribbon and topped with
yellow flowers
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Potted herbs beautifully wrapped in a cellophane bag and tied
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A basket filled with a mini bottle of champagne, a checkered
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Elly Hendricks and Justin Swindler By Deena C. Bouknight / Photography by www.michaelkoska.com
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lly Hendricks grew up in Blythewood in a beautiful two-story Federal-style home with a red tin roof and covered porches. A stable with pastures
full of horses surrounded the home. “For as long as I can remember, I wanted to get married out there,” she says. “Since I grew up in the country, it was hard for me to imagine not incorporating that into my special day.” Elly’s dream came true after Justin Swindler proposed. They set a date for April 2009 and hired Leslie Ellison with Dreamy Affairs to combine their ideas with her expertise to create an ideal country wedding. Elly admits that planning an outdoor wedding in April proved stressful, as the weather is unpredictable. “The weather was our main concern,” she says. However, a tent was set up for the reception and one was reserved for the ceremony just in case. The day turned out to be perfect ... not too hot, without a drop of rain in sight. The wedding ceremony took place at 4 p.m. in a gazebo draped with silk wisteria and lilac, as well as live ferns. Elly says, “I wanted our wedding to be simple, but elegant. Because we were outside, we decided not to use too many flowers.” Gerbera daisies were the flowers of choice for the bridesmaids, the centerpieces and the aisle. Pressed-tin vases were hung at the end of each row of chairs and were filled with multiple colors of daisies. Horses
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were left loose in the fields. “We thought about putting them in the barn during the ceremony, but it was perfect seeing them grazing and watching their reactions to the people being there,” she says. A guitarist played as the bride walked down the aisle. Her dress was a sleeveless, beaded, backless gown – a custom limited edition Bella Vista Bridal exclusive. The eight bridesmaids wore blue or chocolate brown dresses. Most special about the ceremony was that the same pastor who married her parents also married Elly and Justin. “I always knew that I wanted Preacher John to be the one to marry me,” says Elly. The reception included heavy appetizers – shrimp, a sausage bar, ham, beef tenderloin, bacon wrapped quail, fruit, vegetables – catered by Jack Brantley of Camden. Tables were decorated with chocolate brown tablecloths dotted with blue. Bamboo chairs and enough seating for 300 surrounded the round tables. Elly’s grandmother made the almond butter cream cake with almond butter icing. Bridesmaids took home cosmetic gift bags with their names embroidered on them, koozies with their initials and a special friendship necklace. The eight groomsmen received signature pocketknives. The country girl at heart, who now resides with her husband only a few miles away from her parents’ home in Blythewood, says it was a dream come true to have her wedding at the family home. “It is a beautiful, peaceful place and was the perfect spot for our dream wedding.”
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BEACH The Scene By Deena C. Bouknight Photography of Jennifer Cassese and Ryan Antley’s wedding by www.barberphoto.com
Location Lowdown South Carolina provides 180 miles of beaches from which to choose. Pick a yacht and sail around an area during the ceremony and reception. Or have a wedding at Isle of Palms, Folly Beach or the many other beaches around Charleston, and then have the reception at one of the many spots in town – William Aiken House, Citadel Beach Club, Old Exchange Building, just to name a few.
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All the brights – fuchsia, lime green, aqua blue, sunshine yellow
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Ocean green, sky blue, sand beige
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Anthuriums, or flamingo flowers, from South America, available
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Birds of paradise
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Any flowers tucked in hair or in a headband
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Key lime, pineapple or lemon flavors
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Decorate with sugary or real shells, coral or starfish
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Personalized water bottles displayed in icy galvanized containers
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Tropical fruit candles in scents of mango, papaya, coconut
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CDs of reggae, steel drum or Beach Boys music
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Disposable cameras personalized for the wedding
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Brightly colored boxes of saltwater taffy
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Hurricane vases filled with sand, shells and a candle
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Anything with real or manufactured pearls
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BEACH The Story
Jennifer Cassese and Ryan Antley By Deena C. Bouknight / Photography by www.barberphoto.com
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aufuskie Island is a residential sea island between Savannah, Ga., and Hilton Head Island about 2 3/4 miles off-
shore. It is accessible only by ferry. Beyond the resorts, the island is beautifully wild and presents a lush ecosystem. Residents must use golf carts and bicycles to travel the island’s eight square miles. The Water is Wide is based on author Pat Conroy’s experience as a teacher on Daufuskie. Students there now take the ferry to the mainland at Hilton Head to attend school. This unique destination place is where Ryan Antley and Jennifer Cassese were married on July 12, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. They chose to exchange vows at the Oceanfront Gazebo at Daufuskie Island Resort. The couple says they visited a wide variety of venues in and around Columbia, as well as Charleston. So many were beautiful, but none enchanted them like Daufuskie. “When we visited Daufuskie Island, we immediately fell in love with the island atmosphere and beautiful surroundings,” says Jennifer. Ryan and Jennifer worked with the resort’s wedding coordinator to plan the logistics of making certain all the guests had tickets for the ferry and accommodations on the island. All the food, flowers and the cake were shipped on the ferry; special arrangements were made to ensure they arrived in good condition.
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“Since we knew the flowers and cake were going to be exposed to the high heat of July and a lot of movement on the ferry ride, we weren’t able to have some of the things we thought we wanted,” says Jennifer. Jennifer and Ryan traveled from Columbia to Hilton Head a few times to meet with the coordinator, as well as florists and caterers. Although the couple envisioned a combination of a traditional formal wedding and a casual beach wedding, they decided not to have their ceremony directly on the beach but instead were married in a gazebo on the grounds of the resort. The aisle to the gazebo was lined with palm trees and flowers and overlooked the beach and ocean. Thirty-five guests – the couple’s closest friends and relatives - watched as Jennifer, dressed in a strapless A-line gown, approached the gazebo. Her maid of honor was outfitted in a pink, strapless, tea-length gown, while the groom and best man wore tuxedos. Jennifer chose a pink and white color scheme for the summer wedding; flowers were Gerbera daisies combined with tropical flowers and foliage. “There wasn’t much to do in terms of decorating,” says Jennifer, “because we didn’t want to distract from the incredible view of the ocean.” The first hour of the reception involved cocktails and appetizers served outside on the Inn’s terrace overlooking the gazebo and the ocean. During this time, the newly married couple had their photographs taken. A formal dinner was served afterwards in the Stoddard room of the Inn. Guests chose from a menu of prime rib, salmon and roasted chicken. The wedding cake was served after dinner, and the wedding party and guests spent the rest of the night dancing. “Everything was picture perfect,” says Jennifer. “It was absolutely gorgeous. We loved being outside for our ceremony. We also loved staying on Daufuskie a few days before the wedding and a few days after our wedding. So, instead of just having one special day with our friends and family in such an ideal spot, we got to enjoy several days.”
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JUST MARRIED
Amy Taylor and Cole Case
Morgan Dempsey and Chris Brookhart
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guide to
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Banks BB&T 1901 Assembly Street, Columbia (803) 251-1400 www.bbt.com Bridal Luncheons/ Rehearsal Dinners Nonnah’s 930 Gervais Street, Columbia (803) 779-9599 www.nonnahs.com Bridal/Bridal Party Wear Bella Vista Bridal & Wedding Boutique 1003 Gervais Street, Columbia (803) 251-3336 www.bellavistabridal.com Bridal Haven 3152 Augusta Highway (US Highway 1), Gilbert (803) 359-9851 Carolina Couture 661-15 Promenade Place, Columbia (803) 736-7800 www.carolinacouture.com Exotica International Ladies Fine Apparel 5483 Sunset Boulevard, Lexington (803) 996-5656 Cakes Tiffany’s 8502 Two Notch Road, Columbia (803) 736-2253 Event Planning White Tent Event 2512 Feather Run Trail, West Columbia (803) 794-4454 www.whitetentevent.com Floral Preservation Flowers Forever & Etc... 2769 Rosewood Drive, Columbia (803) 779-6186 www.myflowersforever.com Florists The Blossom Shop 2001 Devine Street, Columbia (803) 799-3730 www.blossomshopcolumbiasc.com Garden Tapestry (803) 917-3036 jimmilib@bellsouth.net
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Rosewood Florist 2917 Rosewood Drive, Columbia (803) 256-8351 www.rosewoodflorist.com Something Special 701 St Andrews Road #3C, Columbia (803) 407-7123/(800) 987-7655 www.somethingspecialfloristand gifts.com Full-Service Wedding Venue The Mitchell House 421 N Lake Drive, Lexington (803) 359-5325 www.themitchellhouseandgardens.com Gifts Cottage & Vine 4600 Forest Drive, Columbia (803) 787-7985 Dia’s Merle Norman & Boutique 4711-13 Forest Drive, Columbia (803) 743-9010 www.diasboutique.com Mary & Martha’s 4711-16 Forest Drive, Columbia (803) 787-6165 www.maryandmarthasc.com M Gallery Interiors 711 E Main Street, Lexington (803) 785-4620 Non(e)Such 2754 Devine Street, Columbia (803) 254-0772 www.nonesuchltd.com Uptown on Main 1204 Main Street, Columbia (803) 661-7651 www.uptownsc.com Honeymoon Destinations Lake Lure & The Blue Ridge Foothills 1990 US Highway 221 South, Forest City, NC (800) 849-5998 www.fairytaleincluded.com Hotels Clarion Town House 1615 Gervais Street, Columbia (803) 771-8711 www.clarionhotelcolumbia.com
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Hilton Columbia Center 924 Senate Street, Columbia (803) 744-7800 www.hiltoncolumbia.com Hilton Garden Inn 434 Columbiana Drive, Columbia (803) 407-6640/(877) STAY-HGI www.columbiaharbison.stayhgi.com Whitney Hotel Woodrow at Devine, Columbia (803) 252-0845 www.whitneyhotel.com Jewelry Carolina Fine Jewelry 8502-A Two Notch Road, Columbia (803) 736-0415 www.carolinafinejewelry.com Dems 1068 Lake Murray Boulevard, Irmo (803) 407-5290 www.demsjewelers.com Unforgettable Jewelry 2511 Devine Street, Columbia (803) 779-3636 www.unforgettable-jewelry.com
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Photography Clark Berry Photography 711 East Main Street, Lexington (803) 996-5982 www.clarkberry.com Wrightenberry Photography (803) 781-2130 www.johnwrightenberry photography.com Travel Forest Lake Travel 4617 Forest Drive, Columbia (803) 738-1520 www.forestlaketravel.com Wedding Venues City Art 1224 Lincoln Street, Columbia (803) 252-3613 www.cityartonline.com Columbia Museum of Art 1515 Main Street, Columbia (803) 343-2212 www.columbiamuseum.org Southern Patriot (803) 749-8594 www.lakemurraytours.com
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Schools
The town of Lexington features three award-winning school districts, comprised of 49 schools, and also is home to a number of private and parochial schools. By Lindsay Brasington / Photography by Jeff Amberg
Lexington District 1 Carolina Springs Elementary Forts Pond Elementary Gilbert Primary Gilbert Elementary Lake Murray Elementary Lexington Elementary Lexington Intermediate Midway Elementary New Providence Elementary Oak Grove Elementary Pleasant Hill Elementary Pelion Elementary
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estled along Lake Murray, Lexington is a hidden treasure of the Greater Columbia area. With its picturesque downtown area, along with ample shopping, restaurants, schools and outdoor life, this community has so much to offer people of all ages. Boasting more than 32 parks and facilities in just the town of Lexington, the Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission serves the youngest to the oldest living in the Lexington community. People looking to move to the Lexington area have numerous beautiful neighborhoods and three award-winning school districts from which to choose. Established as Saxe Gotha, one of 11 royal townships in 1735, Lexington has a rich history of Welsh, German, Swiss and Native American Indian
History
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Red Bank Elementary Saxe Gotha Elementary White Knoll Elementary Carolina Springs Middle Gilbert Middle settlement. The now highly traversed Highway 378 was once part of the Cherokee Path, and Highway 1 was once part of the Occaneechi Path. The two ancient trading highways that soon developed are still used for Lexington’s central sources of commerce, as most of the shopping and many of Lexington’s businesses fall right along these two main roads today. After the Massachusetts Revolutionary War battle, the name of the town was changed from Saxe Gotha to Lexington in 1785. The county seat was moved from Granby, which is also know today as Cayce, to Lexington in 1820 after the Midlands were flooded several times. In 1861 Lexington was incorporated into a town but was largely destroyed by war and fire over the next few decades. The town worked hard to rebuild what was ruined so that many of the buildings were saved and still stand in Lexington’s historic downtown.
Lexington Middle Pelion Middle Pleasant Hill Middle White Knoll Middle Gilbert High Lexington High Pelion High White Knoll High Lexington Technology Center
Lexington District 2 BC Grammar #1 Congaree Elementary Congaree/Wood Early Childhood Center Davis School for Technology Pair Elementary Pineview Elementary Springdale Elementary Saluda River Academy for the Arts
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Taylor Elementary
Community Christian Academy
Wood Elementary
Heritage Christian Academy
Busbee Creative Arts Academy Fulmer Middle
Lake Murray Baptist Kindergarten
Northside Middle
Pineview Christian Academy
Pine Ridge Middle
W. Wyman King Academy
Airport High
Windsor Academy
Brooklyn-Cayce High
These are just a few of the many schools of this community.
Granby Education Center
Lexington District 3 Batesburg-Leesville Primary Batesburg-Leesville Elementary Batesburg-Leesville Middle Batesburg-Leesville High Lifelong Learning Center Fine Arts Center
Private Schools Columbia Adventist Academy
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Recreation
In Lexington, Lake Murray provides a beautiful watery playground where residents can boat, fish, swim, canoe, kayak and picnic on its shores. Lexington also has several golf clubs, courses and scenic parks for endless outdoor recreation. The Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission also provides dozens of facilities for people to enjoy the great outdoors.
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The Golden Hills Country Club has an 18hole championship golf course, along with tennis courts and swimming facilities. 100 Scotland Dr., 957-3355 The Country Club of Lexington boasts a par-72 parkland-type golf course, as well as tennis courts and an excellent aquatic facility. 1066 Barr Rd., 359-8838
Pelion Park Pine Grove Sports Complex Pineview Ball Park Red Bank Arena Red Bank Park Ridge Road Park Rosamunda Percell-Butler Park South Congaree Town Park West Columbia Soccer Complex
Senior Centers: Batesburg-Leesville Senior Center Gilbert-Summit Senior Center Lexington Senior Center Pelion Senior Center Pine Ridge Senior Center Tri-City Senior Center These are just a few of the many highlights of this community.
Virginia Hylton Park features a playground, a separate special needs playground, a walking trail and picnic areas, as well as a stage. The scenery includes a koi pond, creek, day lily garden, butterfly garden, iris garden and camellia garden. 111 Maiden Lane, 359-4164 Corley Street Park has a spray pool, a playground and a covered picnic area with grills. 300 Corley St. Barnyard RV Park is a great place to enjoy the great outdoors with the help of a few creature comforts. 201 Oak Dr., 633-6351 The Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission has numerous parks and facilities for people of all ages. Leisure Centers: Batesburg-Leesville Leisure Center Tri-City Leisure Center Lexington Leisure Center Parks: B Avenue Ball Park Ball Park Road Banks Sports Complex Bray Park Brodie Road Sports Cooper Park Douglas Reeves Community Park Eric Fowler Park Gilbert-Summit Sports Complex Halleywood Park Hollow Creek Park Howard Park Sports Complex James R. Metts Boat Landing Larry Koon Boat Landing Lexington County Tennis Complex Midlands Sports Complex Oak Grove Sports Complex
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Shopping The town of Lexington is a wonderful area for shopping. From clothes and jewelry to household items and game day gear, Lexington’s Sunset Boulevard features something for everyone. For unique items, clothing and art, visit the shops on East Main Street in beautiful downtown Lexington. The Old Mill: Located on Main Street in the historic district, the Old Mill is home to several retail shops like M. Gallery Interiors and professional offices as well as three dining venues including Cotton Grill. East Main Street: Mae’s, Rhoten’s Country Store, Bella Rileys, Lexington Jewelers, Artists at Work Studios, The Needle
East Towne Centre: Wal-Mart, Cato, Dollar Tree, The Shoe Dept., GNC Flight Deck Restaurant & Shoppes: Barnes Jewelers, Sandlapper Art & Framing, Kicks Shoe Store Hope Ferry Center: The Willows, Lola, Doodlebugs, The Shoe Boutique, Swank, Goody 2 Shoes Kitty’s Korner: Hallmark, Play It Again Sports Lexington Pavilion: Target, Best Buy, PetSmart, World Market, Cacique, Lane Bryant, Rue 21, Big Thursday, Learning Express, Comic Nirvana, Handpicked, Windstream
Lexington Place: Dress Barn, TJ Maxx, Ross, Rack Room Shoes, Sally Beauty Supply Lexington Towne Centre: Stein Mart, Hibbett Sports, Books-A-Million, Tuesday Morning Lexington Village: Educational Wonderland, Columbia Beauty Supply, Scrapbook Heaven Palmetto Plaza: Jewelry Warehouse, Furniture Pointe featuring Sauder, Garnet & Black Traditions Sunset Boulevard: Exotica, Marty Rae’s These are just a few of the many highlights of this community.
Lexington Neighborhoods Lexington has beautiful neighborhoods in all price ranges. Those on Lake Murray are just moments away from boating, fishing, swimming and picnicking. Neighborhoods along the Saluda River have access to kayaking, canoeing, fishing and tubing. Autumn Oaks Autumn Woods Beauclaire Beechcreek Place Belle Chase Berkshire Bridgepointe Bridleridge Brighton Forest Broad Acres Brookdale Cannon Knoll Carriage Hill Lakes Carrington Place Catawba Commons Charwood Cherokee Crossing Cherokee Lakes Cherry Ridge Church View Commons Colony Lakes Congaree Park Creekside Farm Cunningham Park Dawson’s Park Deer Ridge Place Dove Trace Edgewater Estates
Farming Creek Forest Acres Fox Crossing Fox Glen Foxborough Garden Place Garden Pond Gates at Carrington Gibson Forest Golden Hills Governors Grant Greenside Hallmark Shores Hammock Bay Hampton Crest Harbor Place Harbour Watch Heritage Hills Hope Ferry Estates Hope Ferry Plantation Hope Springs Hulon Green Hunters Mill Hunters Ridge Huntington Indian River Kaminer Plantation Kellers Pond
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Kleckley Colony Lake Frances Lake Murray Laurel Falls Laurel Hill Lexington Commons Longs Pond Estates Mallard Hills Mallory Manors of White Knoll Maple Spring Farm Marina Cove Martins Grove Meadow Wood Millstream Murray Forest Newmont Oak Pointe Oakwood Olde Saluda Orchard Hills Parkhurst Parkside Pebble Creek Pilgrim Point Pintail Point Pisgah Flats Pleasant Point
Prescott Glen Prescott Glen Links Prescott Glen Preserve Quail Hollow Quail Ridge Regency Square Richmond Farms Rocky Meadow Rolling Hills Royal Creek Saluda Mill Saluda River Club Saluda Terrace Sandy Oaks Scarborough Parish Secret Cove Settlers Pointe at Lake Murray Shadow Ridge Shadowbrooke Shoal Creek Shull Island Sommerset South Brook Spence Plantation Spences Island Springhill Place Stoney Creek
Summerfield Summerlake Summerwalk Sweet Song The Avenues The Farm The Grove The Landings The Mill Timberland Place Turnberry Place Turners Pointe Westbrook Westover Acres Whiteford Whiteplains Plantation Whitewater Bay Willowbrooke Wilmont Windsor Crossing Woodbridge Crossing Woodcreek Woodside Farms Villages of White Knoll Vista Springs These are just a few of the many neighborhoods of this community.
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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Every Friday Top of Carolina serves a first-rate barbecue lunch buffet.
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_______________ _____________ Feasting in the clouds the southern way By Susan Fuller Slack, CCP / Photography by Robert Clark
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erched at the pinnacle of Capstone House 18 stories up, Top of Carolina restaurant is a must-see dining destination at the University of South Carolina. Opened in 1967, it is believed to be the only rotating restaurant located on an American university campus and the only revolving rooftop restaurant in the state. Located in the East Campus area, Capstone opened as an Honors residence hall and is home to the new Capstone Scholars Program. It was built at the edge of a residential neighborhood near several historic Victorian homes. The amalgamation of high-rise dorms and old homes was called a quaint union in the “town and gown” tradition. The building’s name was chosen to reflect the caliber of its residents, which were the “crowning stone of the university,” according to Thomas F. Jones, president of USC from 1962 to 1974. Top of Carolina is clearly another crowning achievement.
The Sky’s the Limit
In 1961, Seattle architect John Graham built Le Rond, America’s first revolving restaurant, at Honolulu’s Ala Moana Shopping Center, and in 1962 he built the Space Needle at the Seattle World’s Fair. These structures served as templates for rotating restaurants to follow, including exhibits at the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair. In the mid 1960s, President Jones visited a revolving restaurant in Tokyo during an international
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meeting of university presidents. He envisioned bringing the same dining concept to Capstone, which was just in the planning stages. Board Secretary Dr. George Curry found a revolving restaurant at a New Jersey warehouse, and Greenville businessman Robert G. Wilson purchased a platform and rotation mechanism from the World’s Fair and donated them to U S C. In order to integrate them into the new building, Harmon and Keenan Architects redesigned Capstone’s original plans.
A Revolution in Dining
Moving upward, the Capstone elevator leaves the hubbub of dorm life behind to arrive at the polished doorstep of Top of Carolina. The dining room showcases a picturesque, bird’s-eye view that encompasses the campus, downtown Columbia and even Williams-Brice Stadium. Michael Scheffres, the resident district manager for Sodexo-Carolina Dining Services, says, “Many highrises have sprung up in Columbia, but this is the only one open to the public that gives you a 360-degree panoramic city view.” The circular interior features a doughnut-shaped floorplate that revolves around a stationery service core. Tables are arranged on the floorplate along the glass windows, allowing everyone the same unobstructed view. Seated diners are carried on the turntable at the rate of one complete revolution every 59 minutes. Underneath the steel framework,
a three-quarter horsepower motor drives the rotating mechanism. The rotations are imperceptible; the floor moves smoothly and gently, free of any frictional vibrations or sounds. The stationary service core contains the elevators, bathrooms, storage spaces, buffet stations and central prep kitchen. (Food is prepared in the first floor main kitchen.) As the floorplate rotates, all 133 seats are briefly adjacent to these areas. Visitors should note their surroundings and location before a visit to the buffet or powder room, since their tables won’t be in the same spot upon their return.
The “Spin” on Design
In the spring of 2008, as part of an ongoing effort to update all campus dining locations, Top of Carolina was closed for a top-tobottom renovation that took a year and a half. Fant Architectural Service, LLC had overall responsibility for managing the renovation project. Th r e e m a j o r i t e m s t o p p e d t h e university’s wish list according to architect Thomas M. Fant: replacing the heating/cooling/vent system, completely refurbishing the interior finishes and making the facility compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Bonnie Younginer, president of Cobb/Younginer Interiors, created the restaurant’s retro-modern look to be in keeping with the building’s exterior. Her goal was to keep it elegant and tasteful without going over the top. The décor reflects the classic patterns of the art deco period of
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the 1920s and 1930s, which focuses on symmetry, curving surfaces, geometric shapes and sharp angles. These characteristics are reflected in the sunburst motifs in the railing and buffet tables, the drum-shaped overhead light fixtures, chevrons in the custom furniture and glass accent tiles embedded in the honed marble floor and in polished marble areas on the walls. New ceilings, custom carpets and accent lighting enhance the overall look. Bonnie designed the two distinctive mahogany chests, crafted by Vista Elite, that appear in the restrooms. It’s worth a visit just to admire the lighting, mirrors and stunning glass tiles. Another top priority was keeping the sun’s uncomfortable rays from
glaring through the large expanse of glass. The solution was a system of remote-controlled shades, which can be adjusted individually or in four separate quadrants. Local businesses and artisans created all of the restaurant’s custom work: Tyler Construction, artist Brian Heckman (crown molding finishes) and Jodi Moseley of The Tailored Window (window-top treatments), to name a few.
Pie in the Sky
A first-rate barbecue lunch buffet is served every Friday in honor of Robert G. Wilson’s generous donation to the restaurant. Wilson f o u n d e d Th e B a r b e c u e K i n g Company in 1954 and invented the commercial barbecue rotisserie,
Top of Carolina General Information Located at the Capstone House residence hall, 902 Barnwell St., USC campus
Hours Sunday Brunch: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Friday Barbecue: 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Cost Brunch: $21 for adults, $10 for children (12 and under), includes the buffet, beverage and taxes
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Friday barbecue: $10.75, tax included Reservations are recommended. Call (803) 777-7919 or (803) 777-0848
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Parking Some parking is reserved around Capstone on Fridays; visitors can also park at the Darla Moore School of Business. Sunday brunch parking is available at the Darla Moore School of Business. The entrance to the lot is nearby on Barnwell Street.
Attire Dressy Casual (jackets suggested) Availability The facility is available for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, cocktail parties, dinners and other special events.
still used throughout the country in supermarket delis. In addition to the buffet, a plaque at Top of Carolina acknowledges his contribution. Helen Zeigler, associate vice president for Business Affairs at USC, says it also is the revival of a time-honored local tradition of offices going out for barbecue on Friday. The menu includes succulent hand-pulled pork, as well as a leaner option of pulled turkey with a zesty sauce on the side, prepared with a recipe from Helen’s family. The buffet includes cole slaw, rice, macaroni and cheese, fresh green beans, hot rolls, creamy banana pudding and a beverage choice. The lavish all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch buffet would be a hit at any elevation. Whether you’re looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy a lazy Sunday morning, Top of Carolina is the place. The restaurant features a carving station with roasted meats, an omelet station and Belgian waffles cooked to order. There are always three entrées plus enticing salads, desserts and breads. Comfort sides may include Adluh Mills grits, cornbread dressing, purple potatoes au gratin, roasted butternut squash and apple wood smoked bacon. Michael is looking forward to serving special buffets this year on Valentine’s Day, Administrative Professionals’ Day, Oktoberfest, Parents’ Weekend and commencement. Top of Carolina is a favorite dining destination for faculty, students, visiting dignitaries and scholars. The premier food service is in high demand, providing quality catering for all special events. “When the weather is foggy outside, guests may even find themselves dining in the clouds,” Helen says. The evenings bring magnificent sunsets and a night sky with twinkling stars and city lights, creating a fantastic effect for a special meal.
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GOOD EATS
Restaurant Guide DOWNTOWN & THE VISTA AMERICAN Bernie’s $ B,L,D 1311 Bluff Rd., 256-2888 Biscuit House $ B 1019 Bluff Rd., 256-0958 Blue Tapas Bar & Cocktail Lounge $ Voted Best Cocktail 721 A Lady St., 251-4447 Finlay’s Restaurant $$ B,L,D 1200 Hampton St. (in the Columbia Marriott), 771-7000 Five Guys Famous Burgers & Fries $ L, D Voted Best French Fries Voted Best Hamburger 931 Senate St., 799-0441 Flying Saucer $ L,D 931 Senate St., 933-999 Gervais & Vine $$ D Voted Best Wine Menu 620-A Gervais St., 799-VINE Hunter-Gatherer Brewery $$ L,D 900 Main St., 748-0540 Liberty Taproom & Grill $$ L,D 828 Gervais St., 461-4677 Mac’s on Main $ L,D 1710 Main St., 929-0037 Ruth’s Chris Steak House $$$ L,D Voted Best Steak 924-A Senate St. (at the Hilton), 212-6666 ASIAN M. Café $$ L,D 1417 Sumter St., 779-5789 Miyo’s Fine Shanghai & Szechuan Cuisine $$ L,D Voted Best Chinese Restaurant 922 S. Main St., 779-MIYO COFFEE/DESSERT Immaculate Consumption $ B,L 933 Main St., 799-9053 Nonnah’s $ L,D Voted Best Dessert 930 Gervais St., 779-9599
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DELI Cloud Nine Market $ L 916 Gervais St., 256-0043 Cool Beans! Coffee Co. $ B,L,D 1217 College St., 779-4277
The Oyster Bar $-$$ D 1123 Park St., 799-4484 SOUTHERN 300 Senate at the Canal $-$$ L 300 Senate St., 748-8909
KEY $ - $10 or less $$ - $11 to $20 $$$ - $21 and up
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ASIAN Baan Sawan $$$ D 2135 Devine St., 252-8992
Village Idiot $ L,D 2009 Devine St., 252-8646 Za’s Brick Oven Pizza $ L,D Voted Best Pizza 2930 Devine St., 771-7334
Lizard’s Thicket $ B,L,D Voted Best Family Restaurant 818 Elmwood Ave., 779-6407
DELI Andy’s Deli $ L,D 2005 Greene St., 799-2639
FINE DINING Columbo’s $$ B,L,D, SBR 2100 Bush River Rd. (in the Radisson), 744-2200
STEAK Longhorn Steakhouse $-$$ L,D 902-A Gervais St., 254-5100
DiPrato’s $ L,D, SBR 342 Pickens St., 779-0606
Hennessy’s $$ L,D 1649 Main St., 799-8280 Motor Supply Co. Bistro $$ L,D Voted Best Sunday Brunch 920 Gervais St., 256-6687 P.O.S.H. $$ B,L,D 1400 Main St. (at the Sheraton), 988-1400 Ristorante Divino $$$ D Voted Best Fine Dining Restaurant 803 Gervais St., 799-4550 ITALIAN Mellow Mushroom $ L,D 1009 Gervais St., 933-9201 Villa Tronco $$ L,D Voted Best Italian Restaurant 1213 Blanding St., 256-7677 NATURAL/HEALTH Garden Bistro $ B,L 923 Gervais St., 933-9085 Nice-N-Natural $ L 1217 College St., 799-3471 Zoe’s $ L Voted Best Bang for the Buck 1320 Main St., 771-0122
SEAFOOD Blue Marlin $-$$ L,D Voted Best Grits Voted Best Seafood Restaurant 1200 Lincoln St., 799-3838
SUSHI Camon Japanese Restaurant $$$ D 1332 Assembly St., 254-5400 SakiTumi $$ L,D 807 Gervais St., 931-0700 WINGS Carolina Wings $ L,D 600 Gervais St., 256-8844 Wild Wing Cafe $ L,D Voted Best Wings 729 Lady St., 252-9464
FIVE POINTS & DEVINE STREET AMERICAN Goatfeather’s $-$$ D, SBR 2017 Devine St., 256-3325 Granville’s $-$$ L,D 2865 Devine St., 779-3277 Harper’s Restaurant $-$$ L,D 700 Harden St., 252-2222 Mr. Friendly’s $$-$$$ L,D Voted Best Restaurant in Columbia 2001-A Greene St., 254-7828 Salty Nut $ L,D 2000-A Greene St., 256-4611 Top of Carolina $$-$$$, L (Fri only), SBR 902 Barnwell St., 777-7919 or 777-0848 Yesterday’s $$ L,D 2030 Devine St., 799-0196
PIZZA LaBrasca $ L,D 4365 Jackson Blvd., 782-1098
Egg Roll Chen $ L,D 715 Crowson Rd., 787-6820
No Name Deli $ L 2042 Marion St., 242-0480
Hampton Street Vineyard $$$ L,D 1201 Hampton St., 252-0850
B - Breakfast L - Lunch D - Dinner SBR-SundayBrunch
The Gourmet Shop $ B,L Voted Best Chicken Salad 724 Saluda Ave., 799-3705 Groucho’s Deli $ L,D Voted Best Sandwich 611 Harden St., 799-5708 FINE DINING Dianne’s on Devine $$$ D Voted Best Business Lunch 2400 Devine St., 254-3535 GERMAN Julia’s German Stammtisch $$ L,D 4341 Ft. Jackson Blvd., 738-0630 GREEK Devine Foods $ L,D 2702 Devine St., 252-0356 INDIAN India Pavilion $ L,D 2011 Devine St., 252-4355 IRISH Delaney’s $ L,D 741 Saluda Ave., 779-2345 ITALIAN Garibaldi’s $$$ D Voted Best Wait Staff 2013 Greene St., 771-8888 MEXICAN El Burrito $ L,D 934 Harden St., 765-2188 Eric’s San Jose $ L,D Voted Best Mexican Restaurant 6118 Garners Ferry Rd., 783-6650 NATURAL/HEALTH Mediterranean Tea Room $ L,D 2601 Devine St., 799-3118
SOUTHERN Lizard’s Thicket $ B,L,D Voted Best Family Restaurant 7938 Garners Ferry Rd., 647-0095 SUSHI Saky $-$$ D 4963 Jackson Blvd., 787-5307 Sushi Yoshi $ D 2019 Devine St., 931-0555
NORTHEAST AMERICAN 5 Guys Famous Burgers & Fries $ L,D Voted Best French Fries Voted Best Hamburger 460-2 Town Center Place, 788-6200 Solstice Kitchen & Wine Bar $$$ L, D 841-4 Sparkleberry Ln., 788-6966 Village Bistro $$ L,D,SBR 498-1 Town Center Place, 227-2710 DELI Groucho’s Deli $ L,D Voted Best Sandwich • 111 Sparkleberry Ln., 419-6767 • 730 University Village Dr., 754-4509 Tiffany’s Bakery & Eatery $ B,L Voted Best Bakery 8502 E Two Notch Rd., 736-CAKE FINE DINING Arizona’s $$$ L,D 150 Forum Dr., 865-1001 GREEK Zorba’s $ L,D Voted Best Greek Restaurant 2628 Decker Blvd., 736-5200 ITALIAN Travinia Italian Kitchen $$ L,D Voted Best Restaurant in Northeast 101 Sparkleberry Crossing, 419-9313
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MEXICAN Hola Mexico $ L,D 10014 C Two Notch Rd., 865-7758 San Jose $ L,D • 801 Sparkleberry Ln., 419-8861 • 420 McNulty St. #C, 735-9787 • 808 Highway 1S, 438-2133
SEAFOOD
Blue Fin $$ L,D,SBR 461-4 Town Center Place, 865-7346
SOUTHERN Lizard’s Thicket $ B,L,D Voted Best Family Restaurant • 7620 Two Notch Rd., 788-3088 • 10170 Two Notch Rd., 419-5662 Mint Julep $-$$ D 120 Sparkleberry Crossing, 419-7200 STEAK Longhorn Steakhouse $-$$ L,D 2760 Decker Blvd., 736-7464 Steak Carolina $-$$ L (Sat only), D 5 Lake Carolina Way, Ste 170, 661-6424 WINGS Carolina Wings $ L,D 2000-18 Clemson Rd., 419-0022 D’s Restaurant $ L,D 111 Sparkleberry Crossing, 462-1895 Wild Wing Cafe $ L,D Voted Best Wings 480-2 Town Center Place, 865-3365
IRMO AMERICAN Five Guys Famous Burgers & Fries $ L,D Voted Best French Fries Voted Best Hamburger 285 Columbia Dr., 407-6443 Sticky Fingers $-$$ L,D 380 Columbiana Dr., 781-7427 ASIAN Miyo’s at Columbiana Place $$ L,D Voted Best Chinese Restaurant 1220 E-2 Bower Pkwy., 781-7788 Miyabi Kyoto $$ L (Sun only),D Columbiana Centre, Harbison Blvd., 407-0574 Thai Lotus Restaurant $ L,D Voted Best Thai Restaurant 612 St. Andrews Rd., 561-0006
DELI Groucho’s Deli $ L,D Voted Best Sandwich • 800 Lake Murray Blvd., 749-4515 • 2009 Broad River Rd., 750-3188 FONDUE The Melting Pot $$$ D 1410 Colonial Life Blvd., 731-8500 GREEK Zorba’s $ L, D Voted Best Greek Restaurant 6169 St. Andrews Rd, 772-4617 ITALIAN Alodia’s Cucina Italian $-$$ L,D 2736 N. Lake Dr., 781-9814 INDIAN Delhi Palace $ L,D 1029 Briargate Cir., 750-0866 MEDITERRANEAN Al-Amir $$ L,D 7001 St. Andrews Rd., 732-0522 MEXICAN El Chico Restaurant $-$$ L,D 1728 Bush River Rd., 772-0770 Little Mexico $ L,D 6164 St. Andrews Rd., 798-6045 San Jose $ L,D • 1000 Marina Rd., 749-9484 • 498 Piney Grove Rd., 750-3611 NATURAL/HEALTH Sun Ming Chinese Restaurant $ L,D 7509 St. Andrews Rd., 732-4488 PIZZA Custom Pizza Company $$ L,D 6801-3 St. Andrews Rd., 781-6004 SEAFOOD Bonefish Grill $$-$$$ D Voted Best Appetizer 1260 Bower Pkwy., 407-1599 Catch 22 $$ L,D Voted Best Restaurant in Irmo 1085 D Lake Murray Blvd., 781-9916 SOUTHERN Lizard’s Thicket $ B,L,D Voted Best Family Restaurant • 7569 St. Andrews Road, 732-1225 • 1824 Broad River Rd., 798-6427 STEAK Longhorn Steakhouse $-$$ L,D 171 Harbison Blvd., 732-2482
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SUSHI Inakaya $-$$ L,D 655-C St. Andrews Rd., 731-2538
CAYCE & WEST COLUMBIA
Sakura $-$$ L,D 20 Forest Lake Shopping Center, 738-9330
WINGS Carolina Wings $ L,D 7587 St. Andrews Rd., 781-0084
AMERICAN New Orleans Riverfront $$ L,D Voted Best Outdoor Dining 121 Alexander Rd., 794-5112
Sato $$ D 1999 Beltline Blvd., 782-1064
D’s Restaurant $ L,D 285 Columbiana Dr., 227-0238 Wild Wing Cafe $ L,D Voted Best Wings 1150 Bower Parkway, 749-9464 Wings & Ale $ L,D 125-C Outlet Pointe Blvd., 750-1700
LEXINGTON BARBECUE Hudson’s Smokehouse $ L,D Voted Best Barbecue Voted Best Ribs 4952 Sunset Blvd., 356-1070 DELI Cafe 403 $ L 403 N. Lake Dr., 808-2992 Groucho’s Deli $ L,D Voted Best Sandwich 117 1/2 East Main St., 356-8800 FINE DINING Lexington Arms $$ D 314A West Main St., 359-2700 ITALIAN Travinia Italian Kitchen $$ L,D Voted Best Restaurant in Lexington 5074 Sunset Blvd., 957-2422 MEXICAN Eric’s San Jose $ L,D Voted Best Mexican Restaurant 604 Columbia Ave. 957-9443 San Jose $ L,D 4510 Augusta Rd., 957-5171 SOUTHERN Lizard’s Thicket $ B,L,D Voted Best Family Restaurant 621 West Main St., 951-3555 WINGS Buffalo’s Café $ L,D 5464 Sunset Blvd., 808-6001 Carolina Wings $ L,D 105 North Pointe Dr., 356-6244
COFFEE/DESSERT Café Strudel $ B,L 118 State St., 794-6634
DELI Groucho’s Deli $ L,D Voted Best Sandwich 4717 Forest Dr., 790-0801
DELI House Coffee $ B,L,D 116 State St., 791-5663
Happy Cafe $ L Voted Best Cookie 4525 Forest Dr., 787-8411
FINE DINING Al’s Upstairs $$$ D Voted Best Romantic Dinner 300 Meeting St., 794-7404
Hooligan’s $ L,D 26 Trenholm Plaza, 782-1293
Terra $$ D 100 State St., 791-3443 GREEK Grecian Gardens $$ L,D 2312 Sunset Blvd., 794-7552 Nick’s $$ L,D 1082 Sunset Blvd., 794-9240 SOUTHERN Lizard’s Thicket $ B,L,D Voted Best Family Restaurant • 2240 Airport Blvd., 796-7820 • 501 Knox Abbott Dr., 791-0314 • 2234 Sunset Blvd., 794-0923 WINGS Carolina Wings $ L,D 2347-C Augusta Rd., 791-0260 D’s Wings $ L,D 920 Axtell Dr., 791-4486
FOREST ACRES AMERICAN Five Guys Famous Burgers & Fries $ L,D Voted Best French Fries Voted Best Hamburger 4751 Forest Dr., 787-3178 Tombo Grille $$ D 4517 Forest Dr., 782-9665 ASIAN Miyo’s on Forest $$ L,D Voted Best Chinese Restaurant 3250 Forest Dr., Suite B, 743-9996
McAlister’s Deli $ L,D 4710-A Forest Dr., 790-5995 ITALIAN Pasta Fresca $$ D 3405 Forest Dr., 787-1838 Rosso $$ D Voted Best New Restaurant 4840 Forest Dr., 787-3949 MEXICAN Casa Linda $ L,D 2009 Beltline Blvd., 738-0420 San Jose $ L,D 4722 Forest Dr., 462-7184 NATURAL/HEALTH Zoës $ L,D Voted Best Bang for the Buck 4855 Forest Dr., 782-1212 PIZZA Village Idiot $ L, D 4515 Forest Dr, 787-5005 SEAFOOD Bonefish Grill $$-$$$ D Voted Best Appetizer 4708 Forest Dr., 787-6200 SOUTHERN Lizard’s Thicket $ B,L,D Voted Best Family Restaurant • 402 Beltline Blvd., 738-0006 • 3147 Forest Dr., 787-8781 WINGS D’s Restaurant $ L,D 2005 Beltline Blvd., 787-2595
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REMBERT
AMERICAN Rockaway Athletic Club $ L, D 2719 Rosewood Dr., 256-1075
FINE DINING Boykins at the Mill Pond $$$ D 84 Boykin Mill Rd., (803) 425-8825
Utopia $ D 406 Howard St., 733-2222 DELI The Deli at Rosewood Market $-$$ L,D,SBR 2803 Rosewood Dr., 256-6410 ITALIAN Moe’s Grapevine $$ L,D 4478 Rosewood Dr., 776-8463 PIZZA Dano’s $ L,D 2800 Rosewood Dr., 254-3266 Pizza Man $ L,D 341 S Woodrow St., 252-6931
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Lilfreds of Rembert $$$ D 8425 Camden Hwy., (803) 432-7063
CHAPIN FINE DINING Mark’s $$-$$$ L,D,SBR 2371 Dutch Fork Rd., 781-2807 SEAFOOD Rusty Anchor $$-$$$ D Voted Best Lakeside Restaurant 1925 Johnson Marina Rd., 749-1555
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february Chapin Community Theatre, 240-8544 Feb. 18 to March 6 Cheaper by the Dozen City of Columbia Department of Parks and Recreation, 545-3100 Feb. 1-12 Kid Friendly Activities: Valentine’s Day Card Contest, 3 to 6pm Feb. 6 Black History Month Celebration: Roots Run Deep, Dutch Square Mall, 1 to 5pm Feb. 12 Kid Friendly Activities: Valentine’s Day Drop-In, St. Anna’s Park, 3 to 6pm Feb. 12 Kid Friendly Activities: Valentine’s Day T-Shirt Design, Hampton Park, 4 to 6pm Feb. 13 Kid Friendly Activities: Valentine’s Day Crafts, Heathwood Park, 4 to 6pm Columbia Choral Society, 933-9060 Feb. 14 A Festival of Choirs, St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 3pm Colonial Life Arena, 576-9200 Feb. 4-7 Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Feb. 12-13 Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Big Happy Family Feb. 19 Winter Jam Feb. 23 Jimmy Buffet Feb. 26 Disney Live! Rockin’ Road Show
Columbia Museum of Art, 799-2810 through Feb. 7 Larry Clark: Tulsa through Feb. 28 The Art of Healing through March 21 Skate and Create Feb. 2 Community Gallery Reception for Skate and Create, 6 to 8pm Feb. 2 Sparkling Wine & Champagne Tour & Tasting, 6:30 to 8:30pm Feb. 4 Exhibition Preview Celebration for The Chemistry of Color, 6 to 8pm Feb. 5 to May 9 The Chemistry of Color: Contemporary African-American Artists Feb. 5 Humanities American Lecture Series: The Chemistry of Color Gallery Talk, noon Feb. 11 Wadsworth & Friends Concert, 7pm Feb. 12 & 14 Film: Against the Odds: The Artists of the Harlem Renaissance Feb. 13 6th Annual About Face Face Off, 8am to 5pm Feb. 14 Family Fun Day Chinese New Year Celebration, noon to 3pm Feb. 14 Baker & Baker Art of Music presents the Viola d’amore: Thomas Georgi and Friends, 3pm Feb. 17 to May 30 Color Vision: African-American Masters from the Collection Feb. 21 & 28 South Carolina Contemporary Dance Company presents The Chemistry of Color Feb. 23 Claflin University Faculty Concert, 7pm Feb. 28 Film: Faith Ringgold: The Last Story Quilt EdVenture, 779-3100 Feb. 13, 20, 27 2010 EdLympic Winter Games
tobyMac, one of the headliners of Winter Jam
Greater Columbia Civil War Alliance, (843) 992-5704 Feb. 13 Expo: Columbia’s Longest Days: February 1865 Koger Center, 251-2222 Feb. 3-5 Columbia City Ballet presents The Lion King of Mali Feb. 5-6 Columbia City Ballet presents Cleopatra Feb. 10-11 Broadway in Columbia presents Cabaret, 7:30pm Feb. 13 SC Philharmonic Master Series 5, 7:30pm Feb. 14 SC Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, 3pm Feb. 16 USC Symphony Orchestra with Angelia Cho, violin, 7:30pm Feb. 18 to 21 USC Band Clinic free concerts Feb. 22 Classic Productions for Students presents Freedom Train, 9:45 & 11:45am Feb. 23-24 SC Philharmonic Young People’s Concert, 9:45 & 11:15am Feb. 26 Ashford & Simpson Newberry Opera House, (803) 276-6264 Feb. 4 The Moscow Circus, 8pm Feb 5 Mel Tillis, 3 & 8pm Feb. 12 The Del McCoury Band, 8pm Feb. 14 Glen Miller Orchestra, 3pm Feb 16 Piano Men, 8pm Feb 18 If You Ever Leave Me … I’m Going With You, 3 & 8pm Feb. 20 James Gregory, 7 & 9:15pm Feb. 21 Modigliani String Quartet, 3pm Feb. 27 Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, 3 & 8pm Nickelodeon, 254-8234 through Feb. 2 New York, I Love You Feb. 6 Bob Marley Birthday Screenings Feb. 9 Fresh Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 782-1477 Feb. 27 Black Tie Gala, The Medallion Center, 6pm Town Theatre, 799-2510 Feb. 19 to March 6 Always … Patsy Cline! Trustus, 254-9732 Feb. 12 to March 6 Crowns USC Department of Theatre and Dance, 777-2551 Feb. 19-28 The Arabian Nights
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