It was a day I will never forget.  It started the same as any other.  I sat in my home office banging away at a keyboard, prepared to write about whatever eats I had enjoyed that previous week.  I wish I could say something poetically dramatic like the sound of the ringing phone snapped me clear out of a razor sharp focus, but that wouldn’t be true.  These days, most good news comes in silence, via an email.  In this case it was in the form of a question. I’m paraphrasing, but the question essentially asked me if I’d be interested in writing a book documenting Charlest ..read more

While we can’t necessarily call it a universal truth, more times than not when a new food truck comes onto the scene, the eventual goal is to develop enough of a following and business to establish yourself in a permanent location.  A ‘brick and mortar’ as it is commonly known in F&B circles.  Again, a lot of trucks out there are very happy to not have to deal with the overhead that comes with a permanent space. You know, rent, labor, utilities and all of that fun stuff.  Ultimately it comes down to personal choice. One of Savannah’s most popular food trucks has its eye on s ..read more

When you are the head of a non-profit, finding creative ways to raise money generally sits at the forefront of any operation. For years, Bluffton-based Heroes on Horseback looked forward to their annual Kentucky Derby party. It was their biggest fundraiser of the year. Until it wasn’t. “50 to 70 percent of our annual budget came from that one event.” says Bob Lee, Executive Director of Heroes on Horseback. So what happened? 2020 happened and the COVID-19 related shut down. Their annual Derby party was cancelled. That was 4 years ago. The farther away Heroes got from 2020, the more they looked ..read more

Jesse and Maggie talk about the holiday week more commonly known as Heritage Week on Hilton Head Island as well as some great BBQ she found. Jesse ads a couple of eats he enjoyed on a road trip. Note taking is in order for sure. Eat It and Like It Podcast Mondays with Maggie: Post Heritage and a discussion on BBQ Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00/ 00:21:12 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download filePlay in new windowDuration: 00:21:12Recorded on April 22, 2024 The post Mondays with Maggie: Pos ..read more

Maggie is back to share her experience at the all new Latin concept on the island, Madre. Eat It and Like It Podcast Mondays with Maggie: A visit to Hilton Head’s Madre Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00/ 00:20:46 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download filePlay in new windowDuration: 00:20:46Recorded on April 15, 2024 xr:d:DAGBe8uBkj8:36,j:8278040268274876504,t:24040719 The post Mondays with Maggie: A visit to Hilton Head Island’s Madre first appeared on Eat It & Like It ..read more

Once upon a time, it was a significant source of consternation in Eat It and Like It world.  It happened all the time.  At first it was fun, then it became less so. Then it became a seemingly monthly duel with someone who wanted my opinion about a particular item of food.  “Give me your Top 5 burgersI” It usually happened during a conversation with a friend.  Sometimes at a party with a stranger, but it-more times than not-came with a game show-esque snap and a point. Sure, I’ll bite. I always do, with a smile. Where the game always goes sideways is when I stumble to name 5 ..read more

Any visitor to Savannah will tell you that part of their visit will include some time at one of the city’s beautiful rooftop bars and restaurants.  The scenes are beautiful, the menus are carefully crafted and the crowds they draw reflect that popularity.  One rooftop lounge that doesn’t draw as many headlines, largely because it its location, is VICI. VICI rooftop, located on Charlton Street between Montgomery Street and MLK, Junior Blvd has developed a loyal following in the year-plus that they have been open, largely from locals looking for a ‘rooftop vibe’ without having to deal ..read more

This week Jesse talks about his visit to Bluffton’s newest Italian restaurant, Joelle and shares one of the Low Countrys best burger secrets. Eat It and Like It Podcast Mondays with Maggie: Bluffton’s Newest Italian Restaurant Joelle Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00/ 00:21:14 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download filePlay in new windowDuration: 00:21:14Recorded on April 8, 2024 The post Mondays with Maggie: A review of Joelle -Bluffton’s new Italian restaurant first appeared on Eat It & ..read more

With the fast approaching holiday season, we know you may have been looking for a unique space to host your get togethers, parties, and the like. Whether you’re looking for something on the smaller side to host a lunch for your work colleagues, or want to blow it out big with a large guest list, we can cover all your needs at the distillery. Here are five reasons why you should host your next event here at the distillery, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Revel in a one-of-a-kind venue. Our venue offers five spaces that provide an array of options when it comes to party size and wha ..read more

Behind every drop of spirits from Burnt Church, there’s a story to tell. In fact, there are usually several. First, there are the stories about the land that inspired us to build our legacy in Bluffton. These are tales of a town at the edge of the world, where Southern charm and grace flow like the waters of the May River Then, there are the stories about the practiced care and dedication that goes into our spirits. These stories we write in grains and spices that coax the finest flavors from inspired fermentation. And if you’re looking for the best way to experience these stories, it’s throug ..read more