Lowcountry Cuisine Summer/Fall 2019

www.LowcountryCuisineMag.com | www.MountPleasantRestaurant.com | www.CharlestonRecipes.com lowcountry cuisine LC 43 U.S. Together, they combined their love of good wine and cheese and opened Ardoa five years ago. Ardoa has the same process of swiping a card at the wine dispensers and choosing pour size. They also have a unique selection of cheese, meat and even chocolates to choose from. The wine bar is small and has more of a sultry vibe. It would be the perfect place for a date night or for pre-dinner wine and cheese. The best cheese-and-wine pairing at Ardoa is their California chardonnay paired with the black truffle cheddar cheese. The chardonnay has a great, oaky bitterness that complements the spicy flavor of the black truffle cheddar cheese. As for meats, the best pairings are their Southern Belle red wine, which is aged in bourbon barrels with the lomo cured pork tenderloin, the bresaola cured beef or the wine and peppercorn-infused Felino. The lomo is smoky and tangy in flavor, the bresaola is just slightly smoky in flavor, and the Felino is a bit more toned down in smoky flavor but contains a hint of sweet flavor from the wine. The Southern Belle is earthy and slightly sweet, complementing the smoky flavors of the meat quite well. If you’re looking for a great way to sample a variety of different wines from all over the world, be sure to head to your nearest self-serve wine bar. There’s truly no better way to please your palate. Each wine bar is unique in its own way, but all aim to educate their patrons while creating a fun experience. Charleston Foodies on a Budget is a local food blog run by two best friends, Ashley Hargrove and Laura Donnellon. We focus on the best ways to eat your way through the Lowcountry while staying within your budget. We started our blog almost two years ago and since have been nominated for “Best Local Interest Blog” twice in the Best of Charleston Awards. We thoroughly enjoy being able to share the beauty of the Charleston culinary scene with the Charleston community. You can contact us at  [email protected]. 2 0 1 9 ATLAS Bring the whole family! 7 PASSENGER 843.881.8555 1001 Johnnie Dodds Blvd Mount Pleasant, SC www.LowcountryVW.com