Lockdown Comes To Town, Part Three
September 23, 2020
By Tom Poland The Bistro’s Before & During Tale Some Normalcy Returns I stopped by on another Friday evening. A cloudless evening gave the Bistro On The Boulevard’s columns…
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Lockdown Comes To Town, Part Two
September 23, 2020
By Tom Poland The Bistro’s Before & During Tale Restaurants Close First A lot of moving parts make up a restaurant. Operating a restaurant is complex. Bistro On The…
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Lockdown Comes To Town, Part One
September 16, 2020
By Tom Poland The Bistro’s Before & During Tale During this cool strange spring there comes to me a blistering afternoon in 2019 when a train locked down Lake…
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Village Idiot celebrates 30 years of NY-style pizza
September 14, 2020
Village Idiot Pizza is celebrating 30 years of serving NY-style pizza and good times in a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere. Under Kelly and Brian Glynn’s ownership, the Columbia classic has reached…
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SC State Fair is Giving Back – October 20-21
August 24, 2020
In an effort to give back to the community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the nonprofit South Carolina State Fair will host its first-ever free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair…
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Palmetto Priority is proving successful in boosting diners’ confidence
July 27, 2020
Palmetto Priority, a program launched by Governor Henry McMaster on July 1, is exceeding expectations. According to the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, there were 206,300 hotel, restaurant…
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Empower SC announces Harden Food Justice Initiative
July 22, 2020Partnering with EveryBlackGirl and Good Trouble, Empower SC aims to feed the community with healthy fresh food, and create infrastructure for lasting food justice. Empower SC is announcing the Harden…
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Hospitality leaders announce new initiative aimed to protect patrons and employees
June 23, 2020
In collaboration with South Carolina’s hospitality leaders, Governor Henry McMaster announced the South Carolina Palmetto Priority. The Palmetto Priority is a restaurant commitment aimed at instilling confidence with restaurant-goers as…
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Kairos Mediterranean set to open location in Columbia on Friday
June 11, 2020
Kairos Mediterranean will begin serving up its fast casual mediterranean fare at its new location in Columbia, SC starting Friday. The restaurant will open its doors with a number of…
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Lizard’s Thicket temporarily closing two locations
June 11, 2020
Lizard’s Thicket on Airport Blvd. in West Columbia and Beltline Blvd. in Columbia will temporarily close on Sunday, June 14, 2020. Lizard’s Thicket, owned and operated by the Williams family,…
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Zombie Coffee and Donuts launches new DIY Donut Decorating Kit
May 27, 2020
Columbia’s Favorite Coffee Café and Eatery Unveils At-Home Donut Making Kit, New Hours of Operation Zombie Coffee and Donuts today introduced its Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Donut Decorating Kit as a new…
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South Carolina Brewers release survey study showing 80% won’t be able to remain open more than three months; call on SCDOR for relief
April 14, 2020
The South Carolina Brewers Guild, the trade association for the state’s 92 breweries and brewpubs released recent internal survey data gathered from its members. The numbers were very concerning: On average,…
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Soda City Certified™ app lists 75+ local restaurants open during COVID19
April 2, 2020
Now accepting food truck operators and caterers Soda City Certified™ (SCC), Columbia’s only mobile application that aims to help residents and visitors explore our Capitol City, has expanded the local…
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New program puts people back to work delivering fresh produce
March 24, 2020
It’s getting hard to get the things we need. Workers are being laid off as the demand for produce has dropped. Farmers’ crops are spoiling in the fields because some…
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Parking Services implementing bagged meters for pickup/take out for Columbia merchants
March 18, 2020
Due to modified ordinances of restaurants and businesses, Parking Services has issued bagged meters for Pickup/Take Out customers. The Main Street, Five Points, Devine Street and Vista districts are each…
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Main Street District – Here’s How You Can Help
March 16, 2020
From the City Center Partnership: Dear Friends, The safety and health of Main Street District workers, residents, and patrons is very important to us at City Center Partnership. We encourage everyone…
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Five Points Association to Postpone St. Pat’s in Five Points
March 12, 2020
Statement from Kelsey Hennighan, Executive Director, Five Points Association: It is with a profound sense of disappointment that the Five Points Association has agreed to postpone the 38th annual…
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Garvin Design Group clients, firm win Columbia Chamber Impact Awards
February 21, 2020Garvin Design Group clients Hendrix and Downtown Church were presented with the Columbia Chamber’s Golden Nail at this year’s Impact Awards on February 20th. The Columbia Chamber named Garvin Design…
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City Market kicks off Masters weekend with The Vista Open
February 17, 2020
City Market will kick off Masters weekend in Columbia with The Vista Open, a Masters-themed putting tournament and block party on Thursday April 9th at 5:30 pm. Proceeds from tournament…
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Mardi Gras Columbia Festival and Parade set for February 22 at City Roots
February 5, 2020
The 10th annual Mardi Gras Columbia Festival and Parade will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at City Roots urban farm in Columbia’s Rosewood neighborhood. Hosted by the festival’s…
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Bone-In Barbeque shifts focus to special events
February 4, 2020
Karaoke, trivia, themed brunch and game night with full bar are regular events, with BBQ buffets on Fireflies game days A trendsetting brand in the Columbia, S.C., culinary scene since…
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Village Idiot Pizza brings back Valentine’s Day “Pizzagram”
January 28, 2020
Customers can delight their loved one with pizza, conversation hearts and a custom Valentine’s card For the second consecutive year Village Idiot Pizza (VIP) is bringing back the popular “Pizzagram”…
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Village Idiot Pizza hosts “VIP @ VIP” experience for St. Pat’s in Five Points
January 27, 2020
The pot of gold is really New York Style pizza and an open bar during this year’s event Village Idiot Pizza’s (VIP) Five Points location is offering a specialty ticket…
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Local farmers markets take a recess during winter season
December 27, 2019
While many local residents enjoy downtime during the holidays, Richland Library announces the Farmers Markets at its Main location (1431 Assembly Street) and North Main location (5306 North Main Street)…
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Village Idiot Pizza rolls out Pie of the Month Club for 2020
December 18, 2019
Customers earn rewards and prizes during the year for trying the monthly specials The New Year is right around the corner and Village Idiot Pizza has a New Year’s resolution…
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The South Carolina Wildlife Federation announces spring 2020 dates for Conservation Dinner Series: Forks, Knives, & Spoonbills
December 9, 2019
Tickets are now on sale for the six-course dining experiences in Columbia, Beaufort and Greenville The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) is expanding their event “Forks Knives, and Spoonbills: A…
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Nibble Your Way through 12 Days of Cookies at Richland Library
December 9, 2019
Spend quality time with family and friends over the holiday season by gathering around the kitchen. Richland Library is cooking up some great recipes with a series of programs, titled…
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The Greater Columbia Restaurant Association honors their 2019 Restaurant Hall of Fame inductees
December 5, 2019
The Greater Columbia Chapter of the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) hosted its annual Columbia Benefit Dinner on November 25 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. At the…
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Motor Supply Co. Bistro in Columbia, S.C., celebrates 30th anniversary
December 3, 2019
Pioneering farm-to-table restaurant commemorates milestone with December specials It has been three decades since Motor Supply Co. Bistro in Columbia, S.C. — one of Columbia’s longest-standing restaurants — first opened…
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South Carolina State Museum to host PBS and Food Network Star Nathalie Dupree
November 14, 2019
The South Carolina State Museum is excited to host award winning chef and cookbook author Nathalie Dupree, Saturday, Nov. 23 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the museum’s Cotton…
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Don’t Be Overwhelmed by Diabetes Dietary Guidelines
November 10, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health I recently met a woman who was overwhelmed with all the lifestyle changes she was told to make following her diabetes diagnosis.…
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Nominate a local family to receive a free Thanksgiving meal from Sticky Fingers Ribhouse
November 5, 2019
Sticky Fingers will provide full Thanksgiving meals to six families who are in need of a helping hand Sticky Fingers Ribhouse believes in the gift of giving back, so this…
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Why Eating Healthy Doesn’t Have to be Hard – Plus a salmon recipe
November 4, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health A healthy lifestyle includes several parts: eating healthy, being physically active, getting good sleep, being mindful and managing stress. November kicks off…
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Progress amps up across the BullStreet District
November 1, 2019
A third national business is headed to Columbia’s newest downtown destination If you drive by the massive, 181-acre BullStreet District — known as the largest urban redevelopment project on the…
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Second year a success with more residents participating in On the Table powered by Central Carolina Community Foundation
October 29, 2019
Transform On the Table ideas into action with Beyond the Table mini-grants; applications now open The second annual On the Table day of conversations brought more than 2,160 Richland and…
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Providence Health joins American Heart Association’s Healthy For Good™ initiative
October 29, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health Heart disease and stroke affect everyone in this country—you, your neighbors and your loved ones. Often people will try to fight these…
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Let Your Cookware Multi-Task For You With This One-Skillet Lemon Chicken Dinner
October 27, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health WOW! It feels like we went full speed ahead right into busy season. That’s when homemade healthy food feels too challenging to…
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Bone-In BBQ celebrates spooky season with annual Bash at the Boneyard – October 31st
October 25, 2019
Bone-In BBQ is back with its annual Bash at the Boneyard! Owner and Chef, Scott Hall pays homage to one of his favorite childhood movies, “Little Shop of Horrors.” Decorations…
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Can You Eat for Healthy Breasts? Plus a Recipe for Roasted Butternut Squash
October 19, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health Does a person’s eating habits impact his or her risk of breast cancer? Some studies that show eating fruits and veggies may…
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Health Your Grains Up with Farro
October 14, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health Farro is one of my favorite ancient grains. Evidence shows it has been cultivated since as early as 10,000 BC, and it…
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Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island hosting an array of fun events for local residents through the end of the year
October 7, 2019
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is hosting an array of fun events of great appeal to local residents this fall and through the holiday season. Among the festivities at the…
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How to Reduce Your Sugar Intake: Plus a Healthy Raspberry Clafoutis Dessert
October 7, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health While the dangers of sugar are becoming more talked about, many Americans still have a looooooooong way to go to avoid doing…
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The Macro Counting Diet Strategy; Plus Cherry Tomato Salad Couscous recipe
October 2, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health As often happens in the diet world, what is old is new again, only instead of calling it macronutrients it is called…
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Everything you need to know about the 150th South Carolina State Fair Oct. 9-20
September 25, 2019
2019 event will feature a free daily circus, free concerts and more — discount tickets available through Oct. 8 It’s the South Carolina State Fair’s 150th birthday, and the award-winning…
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Not All Pork Is Healthy… but THIS dish is!
September 23, 2019By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health Looking for something for supper? Gotta love a one pan recipe – less things going on at once and less dishes to…
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How to Lower Your Cholesterol and Why It Matters
September 19, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health Cholesterol is probably one of the most common words you hear when it comes to heart disease, what and what not to…
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When You Just Need a Burger Try to Make it Healthy
September 16, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health Everyone needs a good burger now and then. That won’t end with the summer. I do love this recipe and its spin…
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Fourth Halls Chophouse set to open in Nexton September 18
September 13, 2019
Hall Management Group LLC (HMG) announced the September 18 opening of their fourth Halls Chophouse in Nexton Square in Summerville, South Carolina. Their flagship location at 434 King Street in…
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Healthy Tailgate Tips from a Registered Dietitian
September 8, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health School is back in session, and football has kicked off. For many of us, that means tailgates! Personally, I am always looking…
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My Favorite Lighter Dessert for Summertime Gatherings: Sherbet Cake Recipe
September 2, 2019
By Kay MacInnis, Registered Dietitian, Providence Health My parents have said many times that as you get older time moves faster, and I have discovered they are telling the…
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