63 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.MountPleasantPodcast.com 2026 WWW. BESTOFMP.COM www.BestOfMP.com | www.BestOfMP.Video | www.BestOfMPpodcast.com FOOD & BEVERAGE Best Of Food & Beverage Winners/Finalists: Tiffany Young, LoLA’s Lowcountry Louisiana Seafood Kitchen; Jose Cruz, Cachita’s Kitchen and Addie Wagner, Brown Fox Coffee. Photo by Mark Staff. BEST AÇAÍ BOWL A rainbow of freshness in every spoonful, Playa Bowls brings the tropics to Charleston with bright, colorful creations that taste as flavorful as they look. Each bowl bursts with vibrant fruit and wholesome ingredients. Other finalists: Beech, Tres Palmas Açaí BEST ASIAN RESTAURANT At Basil, the aroma of lemongrass, chili and coconut milk fills the air with an invitation for all to experience Thai cuisine at its finest. Every dish is crafted with authenticity, balance and boldness, creating an unforgettable dining adventure. Other finalists: Jasmine Thai Kitchen, Tokyo Bistro BEST BAGELS Ruby’s NY Bagels will remind you of a New York City morning with every perfectly chewy, golden and fresh bite from the oven. Locals line up early for that first warm batch because these bagels are worth the wait. Other finalists: Jeff’s Bagel Run, Spread Bagelry
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