Fig Columbia Summer 2021 by Fig magazine

City of

Columbia

The Food & Drink Issue I SSU E No 31 | SU M M E R 2021 Celebrating local shopping, dining, arts, events, and community

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I N T H I S I S S U E Whet your appetite and be prepared to satisfy your taste buds: Columbia is overflowing with amazing restaurants that are ready to serve you an unforgettable meal!

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COVER: We’ve taken you back to your childhood and your love of scratch-and-sniff stickers—give our cover a scratch and be rewarded with the delightful smell of a fresh South Carolina peach!

We sat down with Sue Doran to learn more about her nonprofit, Let’s Meat Less, and the work she’s doing in our community through Meatless Monday. 43

Columbia’s Global Flavors

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Asanka Kitchen

Travel the world this summer without leaving Columbia—experience international flavors by trying out new-to-you restaurants influenced by countries and cultures from around the globe. 52

Easy Summer Dining Skip spending time in your kitchen this summer and opt to head out to a local restaurant, where you can pick up a meal to go, eat inside, or enjoy a warm breeze as you dine alfresco. Columbia offers up a diverse palate of tastes and flavors for you to explore. Flip through our pages and discover a new restaurant to try this summer, or invite a friend to meet you at an old favorite. No matter how you choose to dine, we hope you choose local!

Expanding Nephron’s Footprint and Community Reach with Lou Kennedy 14

And of course great shopping, dining, arts, events, and community— as always. Keep Reading

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There’s nothing like summer in

Columbia

Pictured: A delectable spread at Hendrix on Main Street.

A note from Fig

I love the taste of the season—a plate filled high with locally-grown steamed squash and zucchini, piping hot corn on the cob with butter running all over, red juicy tomatoes loaded with cracked black pepper, and for dessert, sweet slices of cantaloupe and watermelon. My family and I spent a few weeks in the spring prepping and planting our summer garden, and I can already taste the spicy pickled okra and tomato sandwiches with mayo that we’ll make with what grows in our own yard. I love that we’re lucky enough to live in a state with a climate perfect for growing summer produce! And the smells! A basket full of ripe peaches... does it get any better than that in the summertime? You can get that smell and a sweet taste of summer by taking a short drive down to Johnston, South Carolina. There, you’ll find a fourth generation peach farm that will surely put a smile on your face when you take that

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first bite of one of their Certified SC Grown peaches. Which tastes and smells are you most looking forward to this summer? Our summer issue of Fig is a celebration of the incredible food and drink scene here in Columbia. We invite you to taste and enjoy locally grown produce from our farmers, dishes from some amazing restaurants (hopefully one or two that are new to you!), and to travel the globe without ever leaving Columbia by exploring restaurants inspired by other countries and cultures. We live in such a wonderful city bubbling over with flavors and businesses. Let’s toast to being able to enjoy life together again in our wonderful community by continuing to support the beautiful small businesses that call the Midlands home. CHEERS COLUMBIA, BRYNLEY FARR & THE FIG TEAM

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Clear vision for the future Leave your glasses and contacts behind and look ahead to a clearer future—Columbia Eye Clinic offers the most advanced laser vision correction technology, including LASIK, for patients with nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Our experienced surgeons will create a personalized plan to correct your vision using next generation iDesignTM technology, so you can feel at ease knowing you’re receiving expert care customized for your vision needs. Schedule your consultation to see if laser vision correction can reduce or eliminate your dependence on glasses and contacts.

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Events wrapped in Southern hospitality

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Just outside the front door of the South Carolina Governor’s Mansion, the Lace House intricately weaves together architectural character, lush gardens, scenic fountains, and everything else you need to host truly memorable weddings and events. To book a tour of this elegant downtown Columbia venue, reach out to Sarah or anyone on the Lace House at Arsenal Hill team. 10

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A recipe for a bright financial future A great meal needs a great plan. A great plan needs a great team. The Rast McFadden Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley uses their forward-thinking approach to create a plan to help you achieve your financial goals by building and growing your wealth.

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Style for every setting From the croquet lawn to the ballroom, Coplon’s brings you the best of the best. From left : Celia in Lug Von Siga, Rossi in Erdem, Mary in Alexis, Hannah in Alexis, Alex in Erdem, and Susie in JW Anderson 4825 Forest Drive

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Happy hour at the flower bar The doors are open and you’re invited—surround yourself with fresh blooms, vibrant colors, and happiness as you handcraft your own bouquet at Fern’s newly reopened Thursday Flower Bar. Owner Sarah Shell and team carefully curate the offerings each week to bring interesting, seasonal blooms into the shop for you to choose from. Put together an arrangement yourself or with help from their designers and brighten up your day! Don’t have time to stop in? Order online or call the shop for weekday delivery or pickup!

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Expanding Nephron’s physical footprint and community reach S O O N -T O - B E H O U S E D I N “Another thing that draws us to the “Bringing in new people is the best OVER ONE MILLION SQUARE part of the expansion,” said Lou. “It’s nucleus of the city is the University of F E E T O F S PA C E I N L E X I N G T O N an opportunity for people in the South Carolina and our partnership,” C O U N T Y once their expansion is said Lou. “We have had a partnership Midlands and beyond, and I’m happy completed later this year, you’ll find over the last year and a few months to be that person to create those jobs. Nephron Pharmaceuticals and their with the College of Engineering and Nephron, to me, is a true example of nearly 2,000 member team producing Computing and the College of Pharmacy. being a Midlands-focused company producing life-saving medications, They helped us to program and build or employer because we’re one of the educating the future generation a robotics system of us to fill syringes. few destinations on the COMET path of employees through impactful With this robot, we can fill 10 syringes in Lexington County. We’re employing partnerships, and creating space to a minute with one person bringing in people from all over the Midlands, and continue the growth of South Carolina’s not just from our county.” extra components and one person healthcare and life sciences ecosystem. checking for quality, rather than having By the numbers, Nephron is pulling in three plus people to keep one course of For Lou Kennedy, President, CEO, and talent from all across our state, with business going.” owner of Nephron, the expansion is nearly two thirds of their workforce about more than just growing the commuting in from outside of Lexington The collaboration with the two physical presence and capabilities of her County. The company is actively departments and Nephron is a leading company. Her favorite part about it is supported by our region and beyond— example of how a university and the fact that Nephron is able to bring in employer can partner together, and they have employees from 32 different new employees to their team. benefit everyone involved. counties in our state. In return, it supports our community and city.

“We have hired at least 5-10 people that were part of the project in the last year,” said Lou. “It just shows that employers providing internships or doing partnerships with students can result in great employees after graduation.” Nephron is invested in education, and their partnerships extend beyond the University of South Carolina to other schools around the state from elementary schools to colleges and universities. “What I love about my role in the Midlands is this: While I am a Gamecock fan, I am very supporting of all of the schools,” said Lou. “We’re hiring students and professors from every school around the state. I feel that partnering with education in this state is the smartest thing that any employer can do. Get to know K-12, get to know what’s going on in the classroom. Whatever is going on in the classroom is what you’re going to receive when you hire the students from these schools. I can’t say enough about the hard work that educators do for our students, especially during a pandemic. They are unsung heroes in so many ways.”

Nephron, as a company, has responded to the pandemic in the very best way that they can by doing everything in their power to support our community and state through COVID testing, vaccines, and more. Now, they’re looking help produce vaccines by assisting in filling syringes with a vaccine produced by an outside company. Their new expansion is giving them the space to be able to do this. “After the COVID vaccines came out, I said to my husband that we have to do it,” said Lou. “Can we fill vaccines and be a helper to COVID? If we can, it’s our American duty to do just that. It wasn’t in our schedule and it wasn’t in our forecast. They are just ideas that have popped up and we have embraced each opportunity as it comes along.” Also in the works at Nephron? The Kennedy Innovation Center, which is currently coming up out of the ground and is well underway. It’s being built for two of Nephon’s own spinoff businesses, but there’s a portion of the space allocated to be used as startup business space. “We want to try and help the Department of Commerce build a larger

healthcare and life sciences ecosystem here,” said Lou. “That’s the fastest growing industry in South Carolina, and we want to be part of that.” Beyond Nephron’s walls, Lou is working with a group of community leaders on a way to highlight Columbia and to give visitors a warm welcome to town when they arrive. “We are rocking and rolling on our Gateways project,” said Lou. “A group of us in the business community formed a governmental cooperation committee—we invited cities, counties, mayors, and county councils to come together and think about something that’s good for the entire community. Out of that, we have identified eight gateways—entrances into Columbia— that we are going to put something that marks your entrance into the city. Right now, there’s nothing but signs that highlight a women’s basketball championship and men’s baseball championships. We’re going to change that by funding eight gateways around the city. The Gateways Project is going to be a beautiful thing—everyone is going to want to be a part of this goodwill gesture.”

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Looking a lot like summer A day with family and friends out in the sun is the ideal summertime getaway, if you ask us. And it’s even better when we can get our nature fix without sacrificing style! The Blazon family provides apparel and promotional customization options for all the embellished fabrics and accessories we love. Yes, we’re talking t-shirts, sun shirts, towels, hats, sunglasses, and even that tote bag! Make it all custom with Blazon.

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Did you know: The Peanut Man serves lunch 7 days a week!

Installations Video Conferencing Virtual & Hybrid Events Live Streaming Equipment Rentals Sound & Images is a proud Crestron dealer

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A full menu of audiovisual solutions You get quality sounds, and you get perfect images! If you’ve been to The Peanut Man on Fernandina Road, you’ve seen a great example of how Sound & Images combines the best of both worlds to serve businesses in Columbia and beyond. Their team is passionate about creating A/V systems with the newest and most effective technology to help your company run smoothly! 1211 Virginia Street

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A toast to a fabulous team It takes more than the best styling products and latest techniques to create fantastic hair. process owner Barri Thompson knows this, and has not only created an exceptional salon experience, but she has also pulled together an even better team that will exceed all of your stylist expectations. She invests in her team through additional education and training, and many of process’ stylists have additional roles in the company beyond styling hair. They are salon educators, inventory specialists, leaders for weddings and offsite events, marketing directors and more. From left: Barri Thompson, Stylist & Owner; Garrett Hoover, Stylist & In-Salon Educator; Sarah Raines, Director of Marketing & Special Events; Josh Martin, Stylist & Color Education Director; Erin Poole, Stylist & Inventory Specialist; Amber Mejia, Stylist & Technical Education Director

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Bridal Services Lashes

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Pretty in POUT Give yourself a new look this summer and indulge in POUT Beauty 101. This unique one-on-one session with a POUT makeup artist will teach you the basic skills you need to look your best and will introduce you to new products to add to your skincare and makeup routine.

Allow your face to soak in the hydration with Pout’s HydraFacial™. This advanced technology combats most skin concerns using super serums filled with powerful yet gentle ingredients that will nourish and resurface your skin.

Quench your skin’s thirst during the hot, humid days of summer with a signature POUT HydraFacial that also cleanses, exfoliates, and extracts from your skin. Afterwards, pop open the bubbly and highlight your beautiful skin with Pout’s lineup of hard-to-find and cult-favorite makeup products. Their experienced stylists will guide you towards the look you want, offering tips and tricks along the way to ensure your skin stays healthy and gorgeous. 2738 Devine Street

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New season, new slate Allow the team at Slate on Devine to pour you a cool glass of summer style as they whip up a fabulous new outfit for you to wear this season. Be flawlessly dressed for everywhere your travels take you this summer— cocktails with the girls, a date night out on the town, a road trip to the beach, or a celebratory occasion—with their expert guidance. Clothing Shoes Jewelry Accessories

Slate on Devine, formerly Copper Penny, opened their doors to their new name, brand, and independent ownership this spring. Toast to their new beginnings with them all summer long!

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Make a custom impression Elevate your custom wardrobe to be the perfect fit for everything from days at the office or out on the golf course to date nights at your favorite restaurant in downtown Columbia. The menswear experts at BP Skinner Clothiers will guide you through the easy, seamless process of creating a custom garment—they work with you to define your personal style, they make recommendations on the best fabric and style for you, and they handle all of the measurements. Look and feel your best this summer in a timeless piece that precisely fits you and your lifestyle.

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As fresh, colorful, and beautiful as the tulips that welcome in the spring each year, Tulip Boutique is bringing unique women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories to Lexington. Owner Suzie Baughman has curated an exceptional collection for you to shop, and she’ll use her love for fashion to pull together a stunning look for you. Get ready to blossom this summer in the perfect outfit for every occasion.

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Peach perfect events

Weddings & Elopements

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Corporate Events

Minutes from downtown Columbia, but well secluded to bring ultimate privacy to your wedding or special event. Wavering Place is equal parts timeless and modern. Green Tree House pavilion will have you covered as you take in the sun-soaked palette from their wide open lawn and woodland setting. A seamless and stress-free celebration ensues as organically as South Carolina peaches in the summer.

A staycation adventure Take a walk on Columbia's best side, and discover the sparkle found within the three renovated historic buildings that make up Hotel Trundle. Owners Marcus Munse and Rita Patel have sprinkled magic throughout the hotel from their desire to locally source everything possible for their curated guest experience packages.

Photography by The Happy Bloom

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803.722.5000

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Whether a whimsical and elegant garden party or a formal, black tie gala—the success of the event all comes down to the intricate details, and nobody does details better than the team at By Invitation Only…Event Planning & Design. Owner and Lead Planner/Designer Melanie Murphy and Planner/Designer Ashly Gregor use their experience, creative talents, and strong relationships in the event planning industry to create a magical experience. And most importantly, they allow you to step back to truly enjoy it alongside your guests. Photo by Joshua Aaron Photography

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803.467.9822

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ACE Glass is proud to have supplied the glass for a number of restaurants here in Columbia, including Urban Cookhouse on Devine Street (pictured)

Raising a glass for you Don’t let a glass emergency stop you or your business! The team at ACE Glass offers a wide range of new and glass-repair services to help you get up and running in no time—from automobiles to residencies and businesses. Family-owned and operated from Columbia, Lexington, and Irmo for over 50 years with the latest automation technologies, quality is ACE Glass’s trademark. Automobile 26

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An oasis of art for your event Hosting a good event is like exhibiting a work of art—you want people to stop, stare, and talk about it for a long time. And it all starts with choosing an iconic backdrop for your special day! With a variety of spaces that can accommodate intimate seated dinners to large wedding receptions, the South Carolina State Museum boasts a unique combination of historical and modern charm in the heart of The Vista that is sure to create lasting memories for you and your guests. Share your corporate or social event vision with their in-house event team, and get ready to become the talk of the town.

The State Museum offers event plans following AccelerateSC COVID-19 safety recommendations. 301 Gervais Street

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Sweet summer style As the warm summer days begin to roll in, be a refreshing breeze of cool, stylish fashion in a look curated by the talented team at Scout & Molly’s. They are passionate about finding you clothing, shoes, and accessories that not only accentuate your appearance, but bring you an extra boost of confidence to go along with it. Be bright and bold wherever you go this summer! 28

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THE TASTE OF SUMMER WALK INTO YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT IN TOWN AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND—what do you notice? The kitchens are bustling with fresh dishes being prepared for servers to deliver to their tables, cocktails are being crafted and poured at the bars, and patrons are seated around tables catching up with one another over delicious meals. Savor it. Last summer, our local restaurant scene looked much different as restaurants worked around the clock to safely continue to serve us through curbside pick-up and meal delivery services. This year, we’re excited to be able to enjoy our meals in person again both inside and outside of restaurants. Gathering around the table with friends or family has always been a special experience, but it’s one that we appreciate much more these days. Our city serves up some indescribably good food and drink, and is full of creative restaurateurs and chefs that have pulled inspiration from around the country and the world to fill menus with appetizers, main dishes, and desserts that will satisfy every taste bud. We encourage you to discover a new restaurant or two this summer. Whether you dine-in or grab it to go, we hope that you enjoy every last bite!

summer cocktails

Head Barman Jake Smith is ready to craft colorful cocktail recipes with houseinfused liquors, barrel-aged spirits, and fresh ingredient mix-ins to provide you with an extra taste of summer happiness. Any item on the farm-to-shaker menu will take you to paradise and back with one sip!

A SUMMER N IGHT’S DREAM What’s on today’s menu? Sustainably farmed, house-butchered meats; farm-to-table produce; locally sourced seafood; housemade dressings, sauces, and desserts—the list goes on, but you can always expect made-from-scratch dishes that change daily for dinner, lunch, brunch, or to-go at Motor Supply. The resulting masterpieces blend contemporary American cuisine with a cosmopolitan edge for layers of flavor that will leave you dreaming about coming back for another meal ASAP. 920 GERVAIS STREET

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G R ILLED TR I G G E RF I S H Chef Mike Davis’ creation masterfully combines Vietnamese and Cajun flavors in a pan-seared dish atop rice grits, smothered with a turnip-based relish and finished with a ribbon of spicy crawfish sauce.

HONORING NATURE With chef-designed, weekly menus and the freshest, farm-to-table ingredients sourced seasonally from local farmers, a dining experience at Columbia's award-winning neighborhood bistro is unlike any other. Complete with elegant indoor spaces and stunning skyline views of the city, you're going to want it all—from hand-cut steaks and fresh-caught fish to micro-seasonal produce and a world-class wine list. 100 STATE STREET

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GRIL L ED F RES H AT L A NT IC SA L MO N, WIT H AS PA RAGUS A ND GRIL L ED POTATO ES

why we love it

NOW B O OKIN G FOR 2021 & 2 02 2 EV EN TS!

Summer is the season for grilling, and the smoky smells and flavors really add to the guest experience!

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THE WILDEST MENU IN TOWN A wild, exotic backdrop to your event at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden calls for an equally unique menu to go along with it. Their catering team draws inspiration from around the globe to plan a menu featuring the most unbelievably enticing dishes for you and your guests to dine on. Family style or plated? Buffet or heavy hors d’oeuvres? They’ll cater to any style! 500 WILDLIFE PARKWAY

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ROBI OLA PIZ Z A

why we love it

This summer menu favorite features creamy robiola cheese topped with fresh arugula and olive oil.

AN ITALIAN EXPERIENCE

Travel to Italy this summer without ever leaving Columbia. il Giorgione brings the sights, sounds, and authentic tastes of Italy to the table with each dish and glass of wine that they serve. Savor time with your friends as you dine under the twinkling bistro lights and the stars or inside their cozy restaurant, and reconnect over hand-tossed pizzas and pasta. 2406 DEVINE STREET

803.521.5063

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SPLASH INTO SUMMER Black Tie Bartending brings a splash of fun and a heavy pour of exceptional flavor to fresh cocktails that they handcraft behind the bar at your event. They keep the party bubbling along through their professionalism, their ability to keep the lines short, and their heavenly drinks.

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why we love it

Light, crisp, refreshing—and who doesn’t love a chilled glass of champagne on a warm summer evening?

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B RA ISED SH O RT R I B CROSTIN I W I T H A BLUEBERRY GASTR IQUE

why we love it

This is a delicious passed item from their new seasonal menus—Chef Stuckey uses local blueberries from Adams Pond to make the blueberry gastrique, which partners perfectly with the braised short ribs.

EXPERIENCE THE SOUTHERN WAY

Set the table and greet your guests the Southern way—with delectable bites, warm hospitality, and impeccable service. The talented and experienced team at Southern Way Catering knows how to expertly prepare a meal that will delight your taste buds. Allow them to curate a locally-sourced, fresh menu for all of your soirées this summer and beyond.

100 EAST EXCHANGE BOULEVARD

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why we love it With avocado, cucumbers, sesame ginger sauce and housemade wontons, this decadent dish will hit the spot as you gaze out over our beautiful city.

A VIEW TO EXCELLENCE Say hello to exceptional business and social events, networking opportunities, enriching activities, local and worldwide benefits, and much more when you become a Capital City Club member. The interiors are as breathtaking as the Columbia skyline views, and the dining experience is unmatched with chef-curated breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Warning: You may never want to leave their world-class amenities! 1201 MAIN STREET #2500

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A LWAYS I N S E ASO N , A LWAYS L OCAL , A LWAYS D E V I N E From sweet treats to fresh salads, Devine Streets always offers you the perfect food to eat, beverage to drink, and place to sit. Discover why summer is the best time to eat local, enjoy outdoors, and savor the unique menus that only Devine Street restaurants have to offer. DEVINESTREETCOLUMBIASC.COM

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If you don’t love shrimp & grits, you probably just haven’t tried Adluh Stone Ground Grits yet. Made with white or yellow corn grown in South Carolina and milled locally, Adluh’s grits are table-tested, Kosher-approved, and certified by the chefs of the American Culinary Federation/Midlands Chapter. Served with shrimp, this Southern classic warms you right up!

VEG GIE BIB I M BAP

Adding the ‘bibim’ (mixed) to your ‘bap’ (cooked rice), this dish combines steamed and seasoned vegetables, including zucchini, mushroom, carrot, mung bean sprout, radish, and lettuce, for a colorful twist to a Korean classic. Heated in an earthenware pot, topped with a fried egg, and seasoned with a bit of hot pepper paste, it’s a balanced, one-dish meal that will make you fall madly in love with Korean cuisine.

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SOUTHERN SHRIMP & G RITS

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You already know The Vista as a go-to destination for a dynamic arts scene, nightlife establishments, recreation facilities, retail stores, and hotels downtown, but it’s time to add one more permanent attribute to the list. Columbia’s official cultural district has grown to also become a major food & drink hub, with over 90 world-class dining and happy-hour destinations that bring the local community together and attract visitors from far beyond the Midlands.

Your coffee has been missing something this whole time: smallSUGAR’s chef-prepared pastries! Order online, and take home a selection of breads, croissants, cookies, danishes, macarons, and rotating seasonal pastries made from scratch using fresh, locally sourced, wholegrain flours. The all-day café’s menu also features take-away beverages, breakfast options, and treats to satisfy your small-sugar cravings.

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PASTRY BOXE S

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SOFT SHELL C RA B

Eat, drink, and discover modern Mediterranean flavors without ever leaving the Vista. Gervais & Wine’s Pan Sautéed Soft Shell Crab incorporates asparagus-coconut cream, watermelon radish, peppadew-chili oil relish, and pea tendrils for a primo combo of flavors and textures. Pair it with a vast wine list and plenty of heady brews to choose from, and the result is a special kind of summer magic you can experience inside their cozy main seating area or al fresco on their patio.

Whether you’re heading to smallSUGAR for breakfast, stopping by Adluh to get your fix of locally sourced flours and grits for a homemade lunch, enjoying cocktails and Korean-inspired small bites at 929 Kitchen & Bar, or having an al fresco, Mediterranean dining experience at Gervais & Vine, you will never run out of opportunities to say ‘delicious’ in the Vista. It’s cosmopolitan meets local to appeal to even the most jaded palates. Enjoy the view!

EL EVATI N G COL U M B I A’ S C UL IN ARY S C E N E Take in the tastes and flavors from above as you overlook Main Street from Hendrix’s rooftop. Enjoy dishes created in their sustainable, local, and ethically-sourced scratch kitchen by Executive Chef Frank Bradley, and savor a unique cocktail handcrafted by Beverage Director Sebastian Griffin. There’s a table, an exceptional view, and an outstanding culinary experience awaiting you.

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OYSTERS ON T H E H AL F -S H E L L

YO UR MA I N S P OT Have a big appetite for gourmet food, fancy handcrafted cocktails, and live entertainment? Pull up a chair and settle in—Market on Main is the place for you. Before you head out, don’t forget to peruse their Market, where you can shop local specialty food and beverages to take with you.

1649 MAIN STREET

803.834.5132

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PAN- S E ARE D S E A S CALLOPS 1320 MAIN STREET #150 803.722.4222 MARKETONMAIN.COM

GO OUT TO SEA IN THE VISTA

All your seafood favorites in one place—and then some! Pearlz Columbia serves up the freshest happy hour and dinner specials every night right from Gervais Street. With Pearlz-fect cocktails, beer, and wine, as well as dessert options via Kaminsky’s Dessert Café to supplement your meal, you don’t ever have to wonder where to go to enjoy a refreshing summer night in the heart of the Vista.

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NE W E NGLAND LOBSTE R ROLL

You can’t top a classic lobster salad served on a top-split bun and with house chips on the side.

936 GERVAIS STREET

803.661.7741

PEARLZOYSTERBAR.COM

FRESH FOOD & DRINKS FOR EVERY TASTE Columbia’s original vegan restaurant has food and drink options that are basically summer in plant-based form. Choose between a unique sandwich, specialty dishes, salad bowls, smoothies, and good, really good drinks. Heated or cold, you’ll find eats and sips of every hue—literally! Think buffalo bites, pink lattes, cucumber mojitos, or kombucha margaritas. Forget everything you thought you knew about healthy drinking and eating, and welcome to the Good Life!

New Barista Bar Now Open!

Vegan Menu Healthy Coffee Cocktails Cold-Pressed Juices

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BUFFALO CAULIFLOWE R BITES

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803.726.2310

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Tossed in buffalo sauce and served with house-made ranch dressing and celery, you’ll never look at cauliflower the same way again.

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Authentic Sue Doran YO U M AY A L R E A DY K N O W Sue Doran as a longtime Columbia resident, University of South Carolina alum, and a board member at Conservation Voters of SC, but our local advocate for environmental, human, and animal rights is also a registered dietitian nutritionist by training. Following years of nutrition consultations with people suffering from diet-related diseases, she now spends her time on the prevention side of eating. Through Let’s Meat Less, the local nonprofit she founded last year, Sue brings together her dietetics and nutrition background with her passion for service to educate and empower eating habits that positively impact our health, our environment, our

community, and our farmed animal friends. On April 12, 2021, Let’s Meat Less launched the international movement Meatless Monday in Columbia. Meatless Monday is a public health and environmental initiative encouraging people around the world to go meatless one day a week for their health and the health of the planet. As Meatless Monday’s official ambassador—and in collaboration with the City of Columbia, Impossible Foods, and local restaurants, businesses, and other nonprofits—Sue is helping our city earn a place among leading communities worldwide that are working together to make our world a better place for current and future generations.

“I think it’s important for people to remember that this is something we want you to consider at home with your meals, and with your children’s meals, and your children’s schools,” she explains. “How can we eat more plantbased, and less animal-based, in every segment of our lives? Because it’s good for our health, and it’s good for the environment.” On Mondays, opt for a plant-based meal at home or at your favorite local restaurant. And if you can’t make it on #MeatlessMondayColumbiaSC, Sue will see you on Tuesday, or on any other day of the week you choose to meat less.

Learn more about fig Authentic at figcolumbia.com

COLUMBIA, LET’S MEAT LESS! Brought to our city by local nonprofit Let’s Meat Less, Meatless Monday is a nonprofit public health initiative that encourages people around the world to eat plants instead of animals one day a week, for their health and the health of the planet. For every day that we go plant-based, we add 46 minutes to our life expectancy! It lowers our risk for obesity, heart disease, cancer, type II diabetes, high blood pressure, and stroke. It also improves our quality of life and decreases our medical expenses. Meatless Monday is great for the environment! It decreases water, air, and land pollution, and it saves some innocent farm animals.

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Meating less is a common good the whole city is uniting around! The City of Columbia has given the global initiative its full endorsement locally by proclaiming every Monday Meatless Monday. We now have an extra incentive to come together every Monday to be healthier, support our local businesses, and share recipes and sustainable food experiences. Reducing our meat consumption is as easy as it is inexpensive! We don’t have to afford an electric car or lobby our legislators. By cooking a plant-based meal at home—think beans, rice, beautiful vegetables, and colorful fruits, instead of an animal—or opting for a plant-based meat at our favorite local restaurant, we can do better for our health, our environment, and for the greater good that Let’s Meat Less is promoting in Columbia with support from our city officials and small businesses. Did we also mention all the creative, non-food ways to meat less? From beer to arts & crafts, Columbia has amazing local businesses and organizations that provide meatless adventures for the whole family!

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Every day is a great day to meat less!

COLUMBIA RESTAURANTS WHERE YOU CAN GO MEATLESS ON MONDAY: Blue Marlin

Motor Supply Co. Bistro*

Burger Tavern 77

Noma Bistro

California Dreaming

Pawleys Front Porch

Cantina 76

Peace of Soul Vegan Kitchen

Carolina Cafe & Catering Curiosity Coffee Bar Di Vino Rosso Duke’s Pad Thai East Bay Deli

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Eggs Up Grill Family Fresh Mex

ROAST E D BE E TS I N S U L ATA F ROM D I VI N O RO S S O

Goat’s Good Life Cafe Green Olive Restaurant Grill Marks

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Skipping one serving of beef every Monday for a year saves the equivalent emissions to driving 348 miles in a car. Producing 1 hamburger uses up enough energy to power an iPhone for 6 months.

Halls Chophouse Columbia Hampton Street Vineyard Hendrix* Henry’s Restaurant & Bar Hickory Tavern Il Focolare Pizzeria

Poke Bros Primal Gourmet Kitchen + Market Publico Rosewood Market & Deli Saluda’s Restaurant smallSUGAR Stoner’s Pizza Joint Tasty As Fit The Corner Blend The Gourmet Shop The Grand on Main The Original Pancake House The War Mouth* Tin Roof Columbia

Il Giorgione*

Tios Mexican Cafe & Cantina

Immaculate Consumption

Urban Cookhouse

Kaminsky’s Dessert Cafe

Za’s on Devine

Liberty Tap Room & Grill M Vista Main Course

Shifting to a more plant-based diet could decrease agricultural land use by 80%.

Pearlz Oyster Bar

Mellow Mushroom Menkoi Ramen House

* These restaurants aren’t open on Mondays, but you can still participate by having a Meatless meal on other days of the week!

Moctezumas Taqueria

It takes 450 gallons of water to produce one hamburger. Good Life Cafe

FOR MORE INFORMATION, AND TO LEARN HOW TO GET INVOLVED, VISIT LETSMEATLESS.COM

C OME ONE, C OME Y ’A LL For over four decades, Lizard’s Thicket has been a warm, welcoming place to gather with family and friends to share a hearty, home-cooked meal. Choose between their famous meatand-three option or dine on the daily special. Whether you eat inside or grab your meal to go, as the team at Lizard’s Thicket says, “Y’all come!”

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FRIE D CH ICK E N & COLLARD GREENS

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A SAVORY COM BIN ATI O N In the heart of Columbia’s Vista, inside an old train depot on Lincoln Street, you’ll find your favorite low country dishes infused with the added twist of African, West Indian, and Caribbean flavors at Blue Marlin. Dine al fresco on their patio under the twinkling lights as you enjoy a delightful meal and excellent company this summer. TIP: You can order up a complementary plate of fresh collards, locally grown by WP Rawl, to go with any meal. BLUEMARLINCOLUMBIA.COM

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GRILLED TERIYAKI SALMON

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FRESH, CLEAN, LOCAL We can’t decide which sounds more like summer—wholesome, locally sourced fruits and veggies, or ready-to-go favorites like pimento cheese, chicken salad, and leafy salads! When you come to Primal Gourmet to pick up your chef-designed meals, be sure to check out their market options, curated to detail to help you take your health to the next level and achieve a more balanced diet. It’s never been easier to eat better, faster. 725 MEETING STREET, WEST COLUMBIA

803.509.0604

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BEYOND PANCAKES You love their stacks of made-from-scratch pancakes and their homemade Belgian waffles, but have you tried their Avocado Toast? Branch out this summer and discover all the delicious possibilities at Original Pancake House!

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AVOCA D O TOAST

Keeping a high profile You don’t have to go the weight loss journey alone when the talented team at Profile by Sanford is one call away. See yourself (and your food) differently with 1-on-1 coaching designed to help you get much more than beach body ready! Future you thanks current you for scheduling your free consultation today.

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4400 Ft Jackson Blvd, Suite 600C, Columbia • 803.542.9759 5232 Sunset Blvd, Suite G, Lexington • 803.756.3403

D A N A ’ S P I C K AT A N DY ’ S D E L I : An unsweet tea with extra ice

S T E V E ’ S P I C K AT A N DY ’ S D E L I : Andy’s Special, of course!

Discover your neighborhood L I F E L O N G R E S I D E N T S O F C O L U M B I A , Dana Wolfe and Steve Taylor know all the ins and outs of our community from where to find a favorite local restaurant to where to find the best places to call home. The brokers, agents, and property managers at Wolfe & Taylor are as devoted to helping you buy and sell your home as they are to ensuring you’ve found just the right location to live, so you can enjoy the best Columbia has to offer. From left: Dana Wolfe, “Little Andy” Shlon, & Steve Taylor.

1216 Pickens Street

803.771.4567

WolfeandTaylor.com

A peachy summer day This summer, load up the car and take a drive down to Johnston, where you’ll discover some of the tastiest, sweetest peaches that you’ve ever had. Big Smile Peaches harvests fresh peaches from over 4,300 acres on their family farm from the beginning of May until Labor Day. During peak season, they pick up to 800,000 pounds of the fuzzy fruit a day! You can drive right up to their office and pick up your own box of freshly picked peaches—you’ll be welcomed with a smile, and you’ll leave with an even bigger one as you head home with your Certified SC Grown peaches! 50

37 Yonce Pond Road, Johnston

803.275.3244

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“NOT SO HIDDEN GREENS” SMOOTHIE This gem combines just a few nutrient-dense ingredients, including kale, flax seed, and sunflower seed, to yield a myriad of flavors you can complement with strawberry, peach, or your favorite summer toppings. Find this and many more wholesome recipes at rawl.net/recipes.

Family farm to table Nothing says “summer” more than green smoothies, veggie salads, and food bowls made with farm-fresh produce. The good news is that WP Rawl makes it easy to incorporate more greens into your summer cuisine with year-round bulk and value-added leafy greens and vegetables grown out of a fourth-generation family farm in Pelion, SC. Be sure to look for Nature’s Greens® next time you’re at Food Lion, Piggly Wiggly, and Walmart, or for Palmetto Gardens®, exclusively at Publix! 824 Fairview Road, Pelion

803.894.1900

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W H AT YO U N E E D 4 frozen almond milk cubes 1 cup Nature’s Greens ® Kale 1 teaspoon of lemon juice 1 tablespoon of flax seed 1 frozen banana 1 tablespoon of creamy sunflower seed butter Splash of almond milk W H AT YO U D O Blend all the ingredients together in a food processor until thick, then top with your favorite toppings! *Pictured with fresh strawberries, granola and a drizzle of sunflower seed butter. Recipe courtesy of Haley Newton Instagram: @southernnourish

GLOBAL FLAVORS OF COLUMBIA No need to travel far when you need a change of scenery! You can experience flavors and textures from all over the world right here in the Midlands. Accessible, affordable, and heavenly delicious, our international food options reflect the rich diversity of peoples and cultures that add a key ingredient that help make Columbia a famously hot city.

THE BELG IA N WA FFLE TRUC K (BELG IA N) Every Saturday at Soda City Market and on the last Sunday of each month at Swamp Cabbage Brewery, catch Jean Louis and Yvette’s food truck to give your taste buds a round trip to Belgium with rich waffles that are made from scratch with fresh, authentic ingredients.

MAI THAI CUI SI N E (TH AI ) Is there such a thing as too much bubble tea? No, we didn’t think so either. Same for coconut soup, duck salad, pad noodles, and all the other flavorful Thai dishes that you can enjoy on Sunset Boulevard. Epic would be an understatement here.

MA RY ’S A REPAS (C OLOMBIA N) Yet another reason to visit Soda City and other local markets on the weekend! These arepas are as inspiring and unique as the family of four behind them whose mission is to share their vivid Colombian culture in Columbia, one arepa at a time. Dame más!

CRÊPES A N D CRO I SSA NTS (FRENCH) Time to start planning your next trip to France, that is, to Crêpes and Croissants on Sumter Street. Raise your hand if you could also eat authentic baked goods while browsing photos of Paris, listening to French music, and practicing your French with owner Laurent all summer!

O’HA RA’S P UBLIC HOUSE (IRISH) If anything can raise our spirits, it’s a traditional Irish dish or a comfort food classic served alongside a selection of wines, beers & cocktails, and enjoyed in a traditional Irish Pub atmosphere. What a piece of luck right in downtown Lexington!

ASA NK A KITC HEN (WEST A FRICA N) Meet your local source of jollofs, waakyes, bankus, kenkeys, ebas, and other one-of-a-kind West African dishes prepared with care by owner and chef Elizabeth Darko on Two Notch Road. It’s fast, it’s casual, and it’s as diverse as African cuisine.

V ENEZ UELA IN ONE BITE (V ENEZUELA N) One bite is all it takes to fall head over heels for this Soda City vendor and caterer. With exquisite ingredients like sofrito (sauteed chili pepper, onion, and garlic), plantain, passion fruit, and guava paste, you get to enjoy a savory Venezuelan twist to all your Latin cuisine favorites.

M EDITERRAN E A N T E A RO O M ( MI DDLE E AST E R N ) Try this eggplant pita pizza this season! Or some Greek salad, tabbouleh, hummus, falafel, baba ghanouj, gyro, kebab… Perfect for hot weather, any Mediterranean option from this eatery on Devine Street is cool for the summer!

FUSIÓN C OC INA LATINA (LATIN) We need to know: Do you prefer South American, Caribbean, or Mexican cuisine? Actually, you don’t need to decide, because you can enjoy a perfect blend of several Latino culinary cultures in one place on Decker Boulevard. Choose your own adventure is the motto.

CAKE S LA M O ’R BA K E RY (CRE O LE ) The history of this bakery goes back over 30 years, when Rosa Wilson started making red velvet cakes for friends and family. Fast forward to her full-fledged business at Northview Plaza, her team provides a myriad of cake options and Creole-inspired sweets that bring much love to any occasion.

HA RA MBE ETHIOPI A N RESTAURA NT Is there a better combo than an Ethiopian menu and American pub food?! Even cooler: You can experience an authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony whereby the coffee beans are roasted in a pan over fire before being brewed and served with a snack of popcorn. So many great options right here in Five Points!

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HERO KO R E AN ST E AK HO USE Two Notch Road and Decker Boulevard are home to authentic Korean restaurants and groceries, including this fine dining spot. Your options don’t stop with BBQ cuts you can cook up on smokeless grills right at your own table; you can also choose from a selection of seafood, stir-fries, stews, and side dishes that are sure to create a fantastic summer dinner experience.

Started by two teachers who missed genuine Mexican food, La Cochinita specializes in authentic BBQ for online ordering, plus online classes where you can learn to make your own salsas!

Not your average PE class— not your average school Between the 122-acre campus and an award-winning faculty, a Heathwood Hall education is anything but average. At Heathwood, you can expect a world-class education that shapes the hearts and minds of tomorrow’s leaders. Their hands-on, inquiry-based approach to learning takes students to new heights, quite literally. Go to www.heathwood.org to schedule your visit today!

Serving students age 2–12 th grade 13 State Teachers of the Year since 2001 PEAK Outdoor Leadership and Experiential Education Program Hands-on STEM education across all grade levels 100% college acceptance rate

3000 South Beltline Blvd

803.765.2309

heathwood.org

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It’s party time To say Sugar & Lola has hit its stride this spring would be an understatement! Laura Okoniewski “Lola” recently added loads of beautiful items such as the new “Lola Luxe” line, which features stunning 14k and diamond charms and enhancers that allow clients to change their necklaces to suit their outfit (or mood)!

Choose well to live well Your quest for better health and wellness starts at the table and ends at The Well LLC, where you can find value-laden plans and educational events led by a fully certified team committed to help you feel and look your best, mind and matter. From yoga classes to massage therapies and chiropractic services, give the gift of The Well experience to yourself or to a friend this summer, and discover how to truly live well.

In addition to these fun new items, Sugar & Lola is also offering regular in-store experiences including: Forever bracelet fittings, where she welds dainty chain bracelets around your wrist - and Ear piercing parties for adding delicate 14k studs to complete your look.

You really need to stop by to see all the fun things happening at Sugar & Lola! Can’t wait to see you!

Photo taken at the Brookland Rooftop

1720 Dutch Fork Road, Irmo

803.834.6112

thewellsc.com

Located in the Shops at Cricket Newman Designs 803.237.0261

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Food for thought Too much on your plate? Is your glass half-empty? Do you have a bitter taste in your mouth? It may be time to pull up a chair, replenish your glass, and see the full menu. Help yourself from a large dish of self-care. Get a second side of fresh perspective. Savor the flavors of an examined path. Remember: You are what you eat, and life is endlessly delicious. Make a reservation with the Jill Smith & Associates Counseling team. 58

For Appointments: 803.315.1129 (Columbia), 803.814.5559 (Lexington), or jsacounseling.com

Photo taken at Alodia’s in Lexington

Raise your glass to summer fashion

Take a refreshing sip of summer style from the fashionable mother-and-daughter team of Monkee’s of Columbia, Judy and Reece Miller. They have cultivated the brightest, most colorful highquality designer clothing, accessories, and shoes for you to create the best outfits from. Poolside parties to week-long getaways, they’ve got everything your summer wardrobe needs.

3211 Devine Street

803.764.2890

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Seven years (& counting) Step inside Blush Boutique, and be whisked away by the array of bright, cheerful gifts for both yourself and for every woman in your life. Owner Stephanie Niemeyer has been handpicking and sourcing the best local items for you to shop for seven years, and knows just what women want to add to their home and personal collections. Find all of your presents—for the new mama-to-be to the birthday girl—at Blush this summer.

5175 Sunset Blvd #7, Lexington

803.520.0643

blushboutiquesc.com

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Swimming into summer Whether you’re spending the day in the sun at the pool or taking family photos together on your beach vacation, James & Eloise Boutique has pulled together everything your little needs for their summer style. Classic, comfortable playwear to hand-smocked, heirloom pieces—there’s an outfit for every child and every adventure this season. 5175 Sunset Boulevard, Suite 8, Lexington

803.673.4804

jamesandeloiseboutique.com

From Left: Joyce Hess Romero, Paulette Freeman, Coker Day, Marsha Ward, Amanda Niccum, and Ameena Gordon.

Photo taken at Mast General Store Columbia

Keeping memories alive Home is a place where we can take a stroll down memory lane and get a taste of the most cherished experiences that weave the fabric of who we are. From the time of day when light first appears, Daybreak’s comprehensive, in-home adult care services allow seniors to do that, and more, with support from the most dependable caregivers. Contact their team in Columbia, Lexington, or Aiken today, and experience the Daybreak difference surrounded by everything that brings back time. Companionship

Memory Care

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Office locations in Lexington and Aiken

803.356.4451

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The missing link What's better to boost your brand recognition than colorful, visible design? Link Signs & Graphics is the full-service sign & graphic partner behind Black Rooster's iconic, hand-painted logo, as well as distinctive cards, labels, banners, and signs designed to make your company stand out for all crowds. It's function meets aesthetics every step of the way—from ideation to implementation. Building

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1821 Barnwell Street

803.807.9200

LinkSignsandGraphics.com

Photo by Joshua Aaron Photography

Thankful for the tastemakers For every local business that comes to our design table and trusts us with their brand—whether they’re catering grand events, brewing artisan coffee, growing produce, preparing outstanding meals in their kitchen, crafting specialty tea, curating craft beers, or designing and building infrared grills—we are grateful.

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Clockwise from top left: Southern Way Catering menu design and letterpress, Loveland Coffee packaging design, WP Rawl packaging design, Private Property photography and marketing, Cornwallis Tea Room branding and packaging design, Craft & Draft website design, TEC Grills photography & marketing 2112 SUMTER STREET

803.200.1004

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Sunshine and happiness in Lilly Add a splash of sunshine to your closet this summer, and pop into Pink Sorbet’s boutique on Devine Street to find a fabulous collection of Lilly Pulitzer apparel to shop. Wear your Lilly from sunup to sundown, from your morning yoga class to the evening garden soirée—wherever you go, you’ll bring a little happy along with you!

Dresses Swim Activewear Accessories & more

Photo taken at Forest Lake Country Club

2726 Devine Street

803.251.2525

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Screen Printing Custom Embroidery Promotional Products

Layers of quality South Carolina Embroidery has become synonymous with state-ofthe-art technology for in-house screen printing and embroidery in the Midlands. With nationwide reach and a knack for bringing brands to life in bold and colorful ways, you can rely on this second-generation family business for all your promotional needs. SC Embroidery is here to help your company’s true colors shine through. 66

2 Mauney Court

803.748.7101

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A taste of city life Relish in the convenient access to restaurants, hotels, shopping, and the arts as you discover a sweet spot for business at 1441 Main. Give your business a home in the heart of the Main Street District in a Class A office high-rise where you can enjoy state-of-theart improvements, a world-class work environment, attended parking for visitors, on-site security and a dedicated leasing and property management team. Office space availability ranges from small suites to multi-floor opportunities.

For leasing information, contact Colliers at 803.254.2300 67

Cardio Strength Training Functional Training Coaching Fitness Assessments 24-Hour Access

Cheers to your health At Anytime Fitness, you get more than just a gym filled with state-of-the-art fitness equipment to workout in. You also have the opportunity to work with their friendly, knowledgeable personal trainers. They’re there to guide you along your fitness journey and to offer tips and tricks to maintaining a healthy lifestyle in and out of the gym. Plus, they’ll encourage you each step of the way!

2808 Devine Street

803.546.8578

anytimefitness.com

A new Basecamp for your fitness journey Bring a fresh new take to your workouts this summer at Basecamp. Co-owners and fitness enthusiasts Drew Mobley and Susanne Hicklin, along with Studio Manager Whitney Nonn, have officially opened the doors to Columbia’s hottest new group fitness classes. Boost your level of fitness and improve your strength, cardio, and core with their quick (just 35 minutes!), effective classes.

Now open on Millwood, next to Starbucks!

3009 Millwood Ave #300

803.543.0594

basecampfitness.com

Meet. Share. Do. On the Table brings people together to build personal connections, share ideas, and inspire action to make our communities stronger. It’s a chance for you to gather with friends—old and new—and to use your voice to lift up the place we call home. Powered by Central Carolina Community Foundation, On the Table conversations bring a diversity of voices to the discussion of who we are, our vision for the future, and what we can all do together to help get us there. Participants leave the conversations inspired to continue to connect with their neighbors, to learn about issues facing our community, and to take action to create change.

Are you ready to ignite change in your community? Host or join a conversation during the next On the Table week, October 3–9, 2021. Conversations will be held virtually and in person following safety guidelines. 2020 RESULTS: 750 PARTICIPANTS 88% BELIEVE THEY CAN HELP MAKE THEIR COMMUNITY A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE 94% ARE LIKELY TO TAKE ACTION ON AN ISSUE DISCUSSED AT ON THE TABLE $19,600 INVESTED IN 10 PROJECTS

2142 Boyce Street, Suite 402

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and gaze out over the water. You’ll see a river full of kayaks and inner tubes as our community dips into the cool river water to escape Columbia’s famously hot summer heat. “Our rivers are an amazing recreational asset to our communities and provide so many opportunities,” said Bill Stangler, Riverkeeper. “There’s fishing, paddling, tubing, birdwatching, nature photography, and more. When the temperatures heat up, the Lower Saluda is the coolest place in town because the water there comes out of the bottom of Lake Murray and averages 55°.” Our community is able to enjoy clean waterways and healthy rivers thanks to the work that Congaree Riverkeeper does through organized monthly river cleanup days, pollution monitoring, and through 11 bacteria sampling checkpoints along the three rivers. The water quality testing is conducted by the Midlands Rivers Coalition, a collaborative effort between conservation organizations, government agencies, academia, local governments, recreation providers, and businesses to provide water quality information and advisories to river users. Congaree Riverkeeper helped to establish and plays a leadership role in the coalition. During the recreation season from May through September, the rivers are monitored on a weekly basis, and you can check the latest water quality results and advisories at HowsMySCRiver.org.

Social Mission Congaree Riverkeeper At Fig, we believe in the power of a community that works together to identify needs and find solutions— one that creates connections and is passionate about helping its neighbors. For our 2021 Social Mission Partner, we have selected Congaree Riverkeeper, an impactful nonprofit whose good works contribute immensely to our thriving, local community. The work that Congaree Riverkeeper does in our community for the Lower Saluda, Broad, and Congaree Rivers is never more evident than the first warm, sunny Saturday in the summer. Take a drive across the Gervais Street Bridge, just after where the Saluda and Congaree Rivers join to become one,

Heading out to the river soon? Soak in the beauty that surrounds you out on the water, and remember to do your part to help keep the rivers enjoyable for everyone. Here’s how to help: • Conserve water • Pick up your trash • Reduce your plastic consumption • Get engaged with local conservation groups • Report pollution concerns Learn more about Congaree Riverkeeper, the work that they do for the rivers that flow through the Midlands, and how you can make a donation, whether it’s monetary, supplies, or volunteer hours, by visiting congareeriverkeeper.org or by following them on social media (@congareeriverkeeper). 1001 Washington Street

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Your pup will likely walk you straight to this unique pet supply store! Get some gourmet bites for your fourlegged friends.

High Country Olive Oil

Find quality kitchen supplies, dinnerware, and kitchen tools as unique as this downtown shop.

Dinner is served in The Willcox’s sumptuous dining room, with options ranging from light and fresh salads to decadent steak and seafood dishes.

Have a unique lunch experience that is sure to please all tastes with burgers, sandwiches, soups, and more!

Flanigan’s Ice Cream

Cool off with hand-dipped ice cream to satisfy your sweet tooth after lunch.

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Downtown Alley Taproom 48 taps with a variety of craft beers and kombucha plus live music await you at Aiken’s grassroots beer bar.

Fairfield & Park

Extend your stay and get a taste of luxury at this pet-friendly property within walking distance from all downtown shops & restaurants.

Do it all in downtown Aiken Plan a day trip to downtown Aiken and experience distinct Southern flavors that will tempt every palate. When each shop or restaurant is a getaway of its own, the only risk is not wanting to leave. Fasten your seatbelts, and let the summer fun begin! 113 Laurens St SW, Suite 107, Aiken, SC 29801

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Visit Pedego in Aiken, and test ride a bike for yourself to discover the right Pedego for you!

A double scoop of fun It’s the coolest way to get around our famously hot city during the summer months! Pedal—or cruise—your way through town on a Pedego electric bike as you commute to work, run errands, or even have a unique day date with your significant other. Going on vacation? Your Pedego can go with you wherever your travels take you! 4019 Pavilion Pass, Aiken

803.226.9007

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