Eat more color! Very Berry Fruit Salad
May 11, 2017By Kay MacInnis Have you heard? Eat more color! Adding fresh fruits are a great way to include color and take in all those tasty vitamins, minerals and antioxidants…
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New monthly Farmer’s Market starts this Saturday in Chapin
May 1, 2017The Chapin Downtown Farmer’s Market kicks off this Saturday, May 6 at 8:30 am in the 100 block of Clark Street in downtown Chapin. This new community offering provides residents…
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New monthly Farmer’s Market starts this Saturday in Chapin
May 1, 2017The Chapin Downtown Farmer’s Market kicks off this Saturday, May 6 at 8:30 am in the 100 block of Clark Street in downtown Chapin. This new community offering provides residents…
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Tyson Foods grant provides Meals on Wheels service for five Midlands seniors
April 28, 2017Tyson Foods has awarded a grant in the amount of $9,250 to Senior Resources’ Meals on Wheels program. The funding will provide daily delivery of a hot meal to five…
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Indah Coffee opens in Cottontown
April 26, 2017Indah Coffee will hold a grand opening for its new coffee café in the historic Cottontown Neighborhood from 7- 9 p.m. on May 2. Indah’s first retail location is now…
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Military veterans turned “top chefs” cook for fellow veterans
April 26, 2017By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Six of the Palmetto State’s top chefs and a handful of assisting culinarians will prepare and serve a four-course meal –…
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Military veterans turned “top chefs” cook for fellow veterans
April 25, 2017By W. Thomas Smith Jr. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Six of the Palmetto State’s top chefs and a handful of assisting culinarians will prepare and serve a four-course meal –…
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A World Class Barbecue Cook-off and Music Celebration
April 23, 2017Savor the flavor of award winning “Q” from more than twenty of South Carolina’s best barbecue cookers including the top four teams in the state! Enjoy some great live music…
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Buchanan Construction Services chosen for Second BullStreet Neighborhood Project
April 21, 2017Buchanan Construction Services has started its second project in the BullStreet Neighborhood with the renovation of the historic Ensor Building. Bone-In Barbeque will occupy the first floor of the Ensor…
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Veggie Egg Scramble
April 21, 2017By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking High in protein, low in calories – a delicious quick breakfast plate. Ingredients: Cooking spray 1 large egg, whipped with a fork…
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Recipe of the Month: Banana-Nut Cookies
April 21, 2017By Hannah Giangaspro Exercise Science and Nutrition Intern Confession time. I am a soon-to-be Bachelor of Exercise Science as well as an aspiring registered dietitian. So, naturally, I do…
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A little honey goes a long way: Honey Chicken Kabobs
April 21, 2017By Kay MacInnis How does honey fit into our efforts to control blood sugar? It’s often thought to be a healthier sweetener because it is more natural and less…
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First BullStreet restaurant announced: Chef Scott Hall to open new Bone-In Barbeque restaurant in fall 2017
April 20, 2017Bone-In Barbeque is back in a big – and permanent – way. Come Fall 2017, Chef Scott Hall, owner of Scott Hall Catering and the Bone-In Artisan BBQ on Wheels…
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Persona Wood Fired Pizzeria announces their expansion in the Midlands
April 20, 2017Persona Wood Fired Pizzeria announced the opening of their second location in the great Columbia Area. The new location, which opened April 18th, is located at 1270 Bower Parkway, Columbia…
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Chapin Downtown Farmer’s Market to debut May 6
April 17, 2017Chapin Downtown Farmer’s Market to debut May 6 – Market to be held first Saturdays of month through October Chapin residents will have a new place to buy fresh produce,…
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Chapin Downtown Farmer’s Market to debut May 6
April 17, 2017Chapin Downtown Farmer’s Market to debut May 6 – Market to be held first Saturdays of month through October Chapin residents will have a new place to buy fresh produce,…
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Building the Perfect Protein Shake
April 7, 2017By Hannah Giangaspro Exercise Science and Nutrition Intern We’ve all seen those big dudes at the gym walking around like the Incredible Hulk, poking their chests out, and staring…
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Protein Snack Bites
April 7, 2017By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Create endless varieties of protein snack bites using simple, wholesome ingredients. Ingredients: 4 Egg Whites, whipped with a fork Assorted healthy items…
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Try the Mediterranean way: Greek Chicken
April 7, 2017By Kay MacInnis The “Mediterranean diet” is a broad concept based on the food habits of many cultures around the Mediterranean sea. They don’t all eat the same things,…
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The Fresh Market’s Columbia grand opening, April 26
April 5, 2017Specialty grocer reveals brand refresh; opens second Columbia location with an enhanced shopping experience and increased product offering The Fresh Market invites the community to celebrate the grand opening of…
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Tacos n’ Tequila Fiesta to debut this week in Greenville
April 3, 2017Sixteen Upstate restaurants will be serving up their best recipes at the first Tacos n’ Tequila Fiesta at The Old Cigar Warehouse this weekend. Presented by Lunazul 100% Agave Tequila,…
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Black Bean Brownies
March 30, 2017By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking These flourless brownies are a healthy alternative to a popular treat. 1 15 oz. can of black beans, rinsed 1/3 Cup Unsweetened cocoa…
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Have a heart-healthy snack: Providence Coconut Granola Bars
March 30, 2017By Kay MacInnis This is the week of the American Heart Association Heart Walk, an event that brings together the things we’ve been talking about in Heart Month (February)…
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State Barbecue Champion named at the Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival
March 27, 2017Killer B’s BBQ of Evans, GA took home the Grand Champion title from the 2017 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival. The 6th annual Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and…
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State Barbecue Champion named at the Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival
March 27, 2017Killer B’s BBQ of Evans, GA took home the Grand Champion title from the 2017 Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and Festival. The 6th annual Commissioner’s Cup BBQ Cook-off and…
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Make sure you’re getting the fiber and nutrients you need: Pineapple Green Smoothie
March 24, 2017By Kay MacInnis While getting ready for a recent class for cardiopulmonary rehab patients, I came across some interesting information regarding juicing. This made me dig a little deeper…
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Palmetto Place Celebrates 40 Years at ‘Sweet & Savory’
March 17, 2017Annual Chef’s Competition Benefiting Children’s Home Takes Place April 27 Help Palmetto Place celebrate 40 years of serving more than 7,000 children and teens who have called this house a…
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Healthy Hands Cooking: Crockpot St. Louis Style Pork Ribs
March 17, 2017By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Super easy, super tasty ribs are ready when you are. Ingredients: 3 lbs. St. Louis Style Pork Ribs Salt, pepper and garlic…
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Food First, Supplements Second: Why Supplements Should Not be Your Primary Go-To
March 17, 2017By Hannah Giangaspro Exercise Science and Nutrition Intern Well, whether we are ready to accept it or not, it’s beach season! With bathing suit weather upon us, it’s time…
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Break your fast the smart and quick way, with a smoothie
March 17, 2017By Kay MacInnis It’s the meal of champions! It breaks the overnight fast and provides glucose and other essential nutrients to keep your energy levels up throughout the day.…
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Starch isn’t always bad: Tricolor Summer Penne Pasta Salad
March 10, 2017By Kay MacInnis Here’s some cool news about the carbohydrates that we love: When they are cooked and then refrigerated, the starch that causes our concern transforms into…
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Recipe of the Month: Olive Oil Granola
March 2, 2017By Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RD, CSSD LD, Sports Dietitian, ACE-Certified Personal Trainer Elite Nutrition & Performance A few years back at my bridal shower, one of the activities my maid…
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Healthy Recipe of the Week – Italian Grilled Chicken
March 2, 2017By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Ingredients 4-6 organic chicken breasts 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/2 tsp. each of Italian…
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Put Your Best Fork Forward, and try this Napa Valley Glazed Salmon
March 2, 2017By Kay MacInnis National Nutrition Month has arrived! Celebrated each March, its aim is to do what we do here every week – increase awareness of how to…
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Matthew Lagace named Executive Chef at Morgan Creek Grill
February 28, 2017Announces New Menu Featuring Innovative Takes on Lowcountry Classics Morgan Creek Grill, a waterfront retreat on Isle of Palms, is pleased to announce that Matthew Lagace has been hired as…
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For your fresh, locally grown salads: Stone-Ground Mustard Vinaigrette
February 23, 2017By Kay MacInnis What a great food week! I spent the weekend in Charleston learning about cooking from some pretty awesome chefs. It’s so cool to watch and hear…
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Wait to have a healthy dessert at home: Make these crêpes
February 16, 2017By Kay MacInnis We are well into the new year. I just made a follow-up appointment with a client and scheduled the appointment for the first of March! I…
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The benefits of smoothies
February 9, 2017It’s February and American Heart Month. Although, many people may have given up on their New Year’s resolutions to eat better this year, Lightsey Jett, registered dietitian with Palmetto Health-USC…
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Putting it all together: Mushroom Cabernet Linguine over Wilted Spinach
February 9, 2017By Kay MacInnis Heart Month is a great time to revamp our eating habits, exercise and stress management routines. To decrease our risks for heart disease and stroke, we…
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NAI Avant assists Tapio in downtown Charleston relocation to expand its offerings
February 7, 2017Boba Tea Café to Operate out of Former Taco Spot Location Tapio announced that it has relocated to 221 ½ Coming Street in order to expand its offerings. NAI Avant…
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The DASH diet and hypertension: Quinoa Burrito Bowl
February 3, 2017By Kay MacInnis I helped out at a health fair this week, and I was absolutely amazed at the number of people with high blood pressures! So let’s talk…
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Salmon With Quinoa Salad
January 27, 2017By Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RD, CSSD LD, Sports Dietitian, ACE-Certified Personal Trainer Elite Nutrition & Performance It’s the dead of winter, yet the weather makes it feel like its springtime!…
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Quick and easy doesn’t have to be unhealthy: Smashed Parmesan Potatoes
January 27, 2017By Kay MacInnis Sometimes you are just looking for easy. But that doesn’t mean you have to give in to the temptation to use processed foods. There are some…
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Think of it: You don’t have to use potatoes in Shepherd’s Pie
January 20, 2017By Kay MacInnis Stepping outside the box and trying something different to improve your health is not always easy. But just make up your mind and go for it!…
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Think ahead so you have options: Kale and Farro Soup
January 12, 2017By Kay MacInnis Still working on getting back to normal after the holidays? It takes a little time to get everything moving in the right direction when you start working…
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Hit the reset button on healthy eating: Sole Meunière
January 5, 2017By Kay MacInnis The holidays are over, so it’s time to hit the reset button – time to think about diet and exercise and what will work best with…
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Watch what you drink as well: Dutch Apple Punch
December 20, 2016By Kay MacInnis We all look forward to the special events at this time of the year. There is generally lots of partying and visiting with good friends –…
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2017 slate of South Carolina Chef Ambassadors announced
December 9, 2016Four chefs in South Carolina were named official Chef Ambassadors yesterday and will spend a year representing South Carolina at key tourism and agricultural events. The chefs are William Cribb…
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2017 slate of South Carolina Chef Ambassadors announced
December 9, 2016Four chefs in South Carolina were named official Chef Ambassadors yesterday and will spend a year representing South Carolina at key tourism and agricultural events. The chefs are William Cribb…
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Baking at the right temperature: Balsamic Chicken
December 8, 2016By Kay MacInnis Cooking for a crowd, or when you are having guests and food sits out, you might find yourself wondering about food safety. Cooking food to…
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