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Greatest Party on Earth!

Name any person, animal or even thing that one could find at a carnival and chances are one of the attendees of our recent Employee Appreciation Party dressed up in that costume. From ringleaders and cotton candy to prize-winning pigs and fortune tellers we saw it all! We had a fun-filled afternoon of oysters, BBQ, an Obstacle Relay Race and … Read More

With a Little Luck.

Feeling a bit down on your luck? Hoping 2011 will be “your year”? Start the year off right with hoppin’ John, a traditional Lowcountry dish thought to bring you luck when eaten on New Year’s Day. Here’s a great recipe for this delicious dish just in time for the New Year! Hoppin’ John Serves 6 – 8 people 4 cups water … Read More

Valentine’s Day Wine Pairings

It’s almost that time of year again–Valentine’s Day. A day to celebrate your sweetheart and enjoy something sweet. According to a 2009 study, more than 58 million pounds of chocolate will be sold during Valentine’s week. Ever wondered what to sip while enjoying some Valentine’s chocolate? We will suggest a few of our favorite chocolate and wine pairings for your … Read More

Back to the Basics- Wine Tasting & Terms

How to Taste Wine Wine is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes, but there is much more to wine than this basic definition. Wine tasting can be a very complex process, so this post is aimed to simplify the process. The three basic steps of wine tasting are appearance, smell and taste. First, pour a taste (1-2 oz.) into … Read More

Patrick Emerson’s Taste of New Zealand.

Thursday, January 28th I made it to New Zealand safely! We truly hit the ground running upon our arrival, but first about the journey. It was one of the longest and most grueling I have endured. 36 hours of taxis, planes and buses door-to-door. To fully understand New Zealand you have to realize how far away it is. It is … Read More

Get Your Schug Wine Dinner Tickets Now!

Come enjoy one of Charleston’s favorite wineries and a delicious five-course dinner on Monday, January 18 at the Old Village Post House. Wines from Schug Estate will be paired each course, and Winemaker Michael Cox will be present to discuss the wine making process at Schug and provide tasting notes. This event will sell out, so reserve your seat now! The … Read More

Resolve to Enjoy 3 for 30 all January!

Inspired by South Carolina’s upcoming restaurant week – Maverick Southern Kitchens introduces “3 for 30″ for all of January. Guests can choose from three options in each of the three delectable courses at our restaurants, for just $30. Best of all: chef’s selections will change regularly and reflect the best of what they’ve got cooking any given day.

A Match Made in Culinary Heaven!

Join our Frank Lee and his friend, chef Bob Waggoner (formerly of Charleston Grill and now U Cook with Chef Bob) for a memorable evening of food and wine. The two fishing buddies are joining forces in the SNOB kitchen to whip up five delectable courses of their favorite dishes. Winemakers from The Crossing and Geyser Peak will also be … Read More

MSK Chefs featured on cover of Chefwear catalog

Chefwear, one of the premier suppliers of quality chef clothing, has featured Maverick Southern Kitchens on their recent catalog cover. Our chorus line of characters include (left to right): Reggie Bailey (former sous chef at OVPH), Jim Walker (Chef de Cuisine of OVPH), Adam Sellers (former tournant chef at OVPH), Anthony Gray (Executive Chef of High Cotton Charleston & High … Read More

Bastille Day Bash

High Cotton in Charleston will host a Bastille Day Bash on July 14th. 12 amazing wines, French-themed hors d’oeuvres. It is sure to be a wonderful time. For more information, click over to our Web site.