Enjoy the entire Maverick collection. Click here. Click here and learn how you can share the joy. Click here to make a reservation thru OpenTable™ A peek behind the scenes at Maverick Southern Kitchens. Watch the latest High Cotton Charleston Commercials. Anthony Gray John St.John Ramon Taimanglo John St. John General Manager John St. John may be new to the Lowcountry, but he is no stranger to cuisine and hospitality. Born in upstate New York and raised in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, John spent a great deal of time in the family kitchen, working with his father who cooked and entertained often. While in high school, he became a cook at a local restaurant, eventually working both culinary and service positions. Following graduation, John joined the U.S. Navy where he spent several years stationed in Japan, but traveled worldwide. At the end of his four-year term of service, he returned to the States and to the restaurant industry. He worked in management positions at several restaurants in Florida before moving to Atlanta, where he spent seven years at The Capital Grille, becoming general manager and a managing partner. In addition to his extensive management experience, John is a first-level Sommelier. When John learned of an opening with Maverick Southern Kitchens he welcomed the opportunity to move to Charleston, a city that he loves for its history, beaches and friendly people. In September 2009 John became the general manager of High Cotton. He enjoys interacting with his team members and dining guests, which he describes as “a perfect combination of both local residents and visitors who come to enjoy High Cotton’s Lowcountry cuisine and exceptional hospitality.” When not at High Cotton, John spends as much time as possible outdoors. You may occasionally find him fishing or playing tennis, but only in lieu of the two activities he enjoys most – relaxing on the beach with Patton (his rescued golden retriever/chow mix), and cruising the barrier islands on his Harley Davidson. John has quickly adapted to the Lowcountry lifestyle and mind set. Whether talking about High Cotton, Maverick Bar & Grill or about his Harley he’s sure to tell you what matters the most: “It’s all about the experience.”