65 2023 WWW. BESTOFMP.COM www. Bes tOfMP. com | www. Bes tOfMP. Vi deo | www. Bes tOfMPpodcas t . com BEST CHEF Something smells good in the kitchen! From Lyon, France, Chef Nico Romo is the youngest-ever U.S. member of The French Culinary Academy and Master Chefs of France. He is one of just 66 French Master Chefs in the country, and the only recipient in South Carolina. His creations are found at Nico Oysters and Seafood. Other finalists: Michael Semancik, Brett McKee BEST BREWERY It’s art in a bottle! Whether you’re a local, a frequent Lowcountry visitor or just passing through the area, a tour of the Westbrook Brewery is a must. With more than 100 in-house crafted beers, a features tasting room and an outside beer garden, a walk through Westbrook is an afternoon to savor. Other finalists: Hobcaw Brewing, Ghost Monkey Brewery BEST BEER SELECTION 99 bottles of beer on the wall, 99 bottles of beer! With 15,000 square feet of liquid goodness, Bottles is a beer, wine and spirits beverage superstore. Stocking a superior assortment of local, imported, domestic and craft beer, Bottles also keeps a world-class selection of high and low wines ready for a perfect pairing. Other finalists: Charleston Sports Pub, Rooted Bottle Market and Bar BEST DELI Superior sandwiches aren’t hard to find at this East Cooper fan fave. Lifelong restaurateur Shannon Campbell loves to make people happy by serving great food in a comfortable, friendly environment. Be it a Reuben, Godfather, Cuban, Muffaletta, Coal Miners Daughter or classic BLT, Campbell ensures your satisfaction at Mozzo. Other finalists: East Bay Deli, Joey Tomatoes BEST DESSERT Does it get any sweeter? Another double Best Of winner, Kudzu Bakery’s desserts are a neck-and-neck tie with its breads. Among its assortment of 33 cakes, pies and cookies, you’re sure to find something to sweeten your day. Other finalists: SAVI Cucina +Wine Bar, Izzy’s Scoops & Sweets BEST DOUGHNUTS The Godfather is chosen. Joey Bag a Donuts serves an array of bagels, breakfast sandwiches, cafe beverages and, of course, donuts. Choose from over 20 varieties that have been carefully perfected over the past 17 years. This is an offer you can’t refuse. Other finalists: Annie’s Hot Donuts, Krispy Kreme BEST FOOD DELIVERY DoorDash has sprinted its way to number one. With one of the largest networks of restaurant delivery options in Charleston, choose from 132 restaurants near you to be delivered in under an hour. Track delivery right to your door. It doesn’t get any more “dashing” than that. Other finalists: Uber Eats, Grubhub BEST FOOD TRUCK It’s a mad dash to the Dashi food truck! An array of tacos, stir-fries, wraps, burritos, desserts and much more, this smorgasbord on a truck has something for everyone. Adults are flocking to the Dashi truck like kids to the ice cream man. If you see 20 adults running down the street waving cash, it’s likely that Dashi is just around the corner. Yum! Other finalists: Rocket Burger, Lib’s Diner BEST FRENCH RESTAURANT Led by French Master Chef and double Best Of winner Nico Romo, Nico Oysters and Seafood serves French cuisine prepared in a wood-fired oven. With ingredients sourced from Lowcountry waters, and a curated selection of the country’s most coveted raw oysters, Nico’s offers Shem Creek a fresh, unique take on French fusion seafood. Other finalists: Saveurs du Monde, Ville Sainte
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