I receive a package from Amazon and chaos ensues.

A few weeks ago I sat down with the lovely Michelle Zauner, New York Times best-selling Author of Crying in H Mart AND the lead singer of Japanese Breakfast. On this bonus episode I play a few of my favorite questions from the live event (hosted by Charleston Wine and Food Festival) and prattle on about how wonderful you all made my birthday. Consider this my gift to you.

Follow Michelle Zauner + Japanese Breakfast here

Grab a SIGNED copy of ‘Crying In H Mart’ HERE from the lovely folks at Blue Bicycle Books

I HAVE A GUEST?! I have a guest! Nathan McClements is on the show. This prolific creator/painter/musician is not only one of the coolest artists in Charleston but he’s a dear friend and I went on location to his brand new studio space in North Charleston to hear all about what he’s up to. It’s a vibe, as the children used to say.

Check out Nathan’s insanely cool work on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nemcclements/?hl=en

You’ll be glad you did.

I forage some (tons) of blackberries in my neighborhood and get surprised by a notification about Jerry Springer dying.

I review the Magnolia Bakery cupcake recipe and talk about what a mediocre neighbor I am.

PLUS A VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY BEST BUD: MAARI “Big Horn” SUORSA. I U.

I change my mind about asparagus and tell you to go to Welton’s Tiny Bake shop for the Tiny Loaf (plus jam).

I am slowly coming back to life after a week-ish off. I get excited about my upcoming event with Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast AND Crying In H-Mart on April 18th and come to the realization that pizza just doesn’t taste as good when you can’t taste it.

IF YOU’RE IN CHARLESTON TODAY FRIDAY 3/31 GO TO REDUX TO SEE NATHAN MCCLEMENTS + CAROLINE HERRING’S SHOWWWWW. 5-8pm at REDUX

Sorelle is perhaps one of the most difficult reservations to score in the city. Boasting multiple dining rooms and two different concepts, this jaw-dropping spot by the Michael Mina Group is truly unlike any other restaurant in Charleston. On today’s show I sit down with Chef Nick Dugan to hear about the 7 year long process of renovating historic 88 Broad street and what the reception has been like so far.

Learn More by going to: https://www.sorellecharleston.com

This podcast is brought to you by fancy Nutella. (Just kidding it’s not but please sponsor the show.)I get excited about a little spring fling and make a new playlist on Spotify! Plus, I tell you where to get my favorite baguette and go on a meandering detour about restaurant playlists that never change.

There are so many thrilling events to go to this weekend, I need to clone myself. (See Links Below) This week I checked out Charleston’s newest restaurant, Sorelle. Plus, I gear up for Charleston Wine and Food Festival and finally make FIG’s Ricotta Gnocchi at home.

Friday 2/24: Mechanical River and Friends with Art by Nathan McClements

Saturday 2/25: Hogs For the Cause “Rock The Block” VIP TICKETS

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