Hungry? Coligny offers many options to refuel while shopping

By Barry Kaufman CONTRIBUTOR

You never realize how much of an appetite you can work up simply by having the time of your life. Particularly at Coligny Plaza, where “the time of your life” is whenever you’re there.

Ducking in and out of the dozens of storefronts as part of a retail therapy regimen, tapping your toes to live music at the main stage, and soaking up the scenery of Hilton Head Island’s downtown … these things burn calories.

If you’re going to do Coligny right, you’re going to have to plan several refueling stops. Fortunately, Coligny offer a dizzying array of cuisine that does more than sustain a day of fun – it elevates the entire experience with flavors and textures that inspire the senses.

Start your day with one of the delightful breakfast dishes at Skillet’s. If you’re looking for a recommendation, we have three and a half words for you: Biscuits ’n’ Gravy ’n’ Eggs.

Fancy something a little more caliente?

Try the breakfast quesadilla over at Gringo’s Diner. Naturally, your morning isn’t complete without one of the inspired caffeinated creations from Carolina Coffee & Crumbs.

But don’t fill up on breakfast. Not when there are still so many dishes to sample around Coligny’s many restaurants. From the delectable flavors of local seafood at FISH to the elevated pub offerings at Earle of Sandwich, the Asian-fusion flair of Nood Good Mood Food, and the woodsmoked perfection of the recently opened Forrest Fire barbecue – everywhere you go you’ll find a signature dish that will make your day.

Then, of course, there are the spots that will quench your thirst and satisfy your sweet tooth. Swing through Frosty Frog for one of their famous frozen libations, or head up to Big Bamboo Café for signature cocktails with a side order of amazing live music.

And when the weather warms up, cool down with the trio of frozen confectioners that call Coligny home – Rita’s Italian Ice, Frozen Moo and The Ice Cream Cone. We’ve been through three meals, desserts and drinks, and we’ve only covered a small part of the full delicious menu on offer at Coligny Plaza.

Spend your summer discovering all the flavors of Hilton Head’s downtown and make this the most delicious summer ever. Lowcountry resident Barry Kaufman is a freelance writer.

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