The coronavirus pandemic required that local businesses adapt to a new “normal” and develop new protocols, an unprecedented, mountainous task. The determination, innovation, and patience of our Lowcountry hospitality community have truly been inspiring. Not only are many Charleston local restaurants (and coffee shops) continuing to serve the food we love so much, but they’re helping others weather this storm, too.

We at Grit & Grace have so much gratitude for all those food and beverage employees working so hard to safely bring us our favorite comfort foods during this stressful time (there’s no shame in eating your feelings when you’re eating local, y’all).

We want to return the favor: we are giving any F&B employees who are working curbside pickup a free mask. We see you, we appreciate you, we want to keep you safe. 

Charlestonians, it is more important than ever to acknowledge the “pearls” of our community, who have brought light and beauty to these gritty times. Let’s do our part to give our favorite restaurants the support they need!

Folks, charge your iPhone, pore over these mouth-watering menus, and savor some Holy City eats in the comfort of your home.

Charleston Breakfast Bites

The Daily

As always, The Daily is keeping things fresh. Whether it's a smoked salmon toast you’re craving or a pita filled with chicken shawarma, this Lowcountry bodega is boxing up your favorite comfort food.

A bonus: get your local groceries, too!  Restocking Charleston staples like Stoney Farms eggs, whole roasted Joyce Farm chicken, and gallons of fresh milk is as simple as ordering online and pulling up at the white tent in their spacious parking lot. 

Pearl: When you purchase a bag of grocery essentials, they give a $10 grocery bag to an F+B member in the community.  

Holy City Coffee and Sweets

Lowcountry Boozy Bites

Asian Fusion

Pizza

Full on goodness and ready to offer more help? To support the local economy and to support Charleston local food, we urgently need to reach members of Congress and ask them to fix the Paycheck Protection program (PPP). The PPP loans to small businesses help pay their employees during the COVID-19 crisis. The issue: independent restaurants are not receiving help. The Los Angeles Times reports, “The hospitality industry has fared poorly; despite being among the hardest hit, only 9% of loan approvals have gone to ‘accommodation and food services,’ according to the SBA.”

We need this fixed! We’re stronger together, so let’s join our voices and be heard. Visit The Independent Restaurant Coalition to learn more, and do your part for our foodie city. 

One Love & Blessings,

The Grit & Grace Family