7.2 percent ABV. Available at Hazelwood in Lexington ($7 pint; $15 four-pack 16 oz. cans; free glass with two four-packs; hazelwoodbeerco.com)…

A real Italian deli. The kind of place where you walk in and you can see different meats curing, mounds of fine cheeses from around the world that you can’t just grab at a Publix down the road.

Columbia’s Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits, the popular breakfast-biscuit-slinging mobile operation, is opening a brick-and-mortar shop on North Main…

Black and Indigenous Columbia hospitality business owners will be eligible for a James Beard Foundation grant fund.

The roving brewery Bierkeller Columbia is bringing back its popular pop-up beer garden events from past years, but in smaller versions through…

It’s been a strange year for Free Times newcomer David Clarey. Coming to town from St. Paul, Minnesota, he took over as the paper’s full-time …

$5.50. Pandemonium Ice Cream. facebook.com/PandemoniumIceCream

Hazelwood Brewing Company Comfort Monk Smoothie Sour, a beer created in collaboration with two local bands, will launch on Sept. 19.

The cheffed-up additions bring thrilling complexity to every bite, but it is also a simple, indulgent pleasure that isn’t overthought.

April Jones moved to Columbia from Akron, Ohio, about 15 years ago. She came to town for an elementary school teaching position, and she chose…

The Hug in A Mug coffee drink features cold brew, milk, mocha and the aforementioned seasonal syrup, a caramel drizzle, and whipped cream topping.

Food and Wine released a package of stories celebrating barbecue throughout the country last week. As part the spread, the magazine’s David La…

After months of almost total closure, Black Rooster and Bourbon owner Kristian Niemi is gearing up reopen his two Columbia-area restaurants.

How will customers react to a post-COVID world of dining? With curbside and takeout more rampant (and necessary) than ever, Steve Cook, owner …

The restaurant’s signature cocktail is a dressed-up blended-frozen juice bomb that’s still crushable and strong enough to make it a worthy check-off on any Gamecock’s 21st birthday to-drink list.

You’ve got to admire the hustle and the audacity of a grilled cheese sandwich joint created exclusively for delivery app orders. 

When we think about nutrition, there’s often more of an adult-focus, whether it’s discussing dieting or talking about disorders. When it comes…

When conceiving West Columbia’s Palate, chef and co-owner Levi Whitlock planned for it to be trendy and upscale. He's had to change course aft…

Only two days old, the newly opened Five Points restaurant Enzo’s Delicatessen was broken into and has temporarily shut down.

For some time, I have been searching for an India pale ale that balances a low alcohol content (less than 5 percent ABV) with enough flavor between its malt and hops to be satisfying for anyone who enjoys craft beer.

Unlike most commercial American popsicles, paletas use whole ingredients like fruits and herbs to make the base.

New Five Points deli seeks to bring Columbia a more Italian sandwich.

On a recent Wednesday, Bonita Clemons arrives at her farm group’s plot bearing gifts. Four members were already there, picking weeds out of th…

Rapidly growing franchise Crumbl Cookies is getting ready to expand into the Midlands with its first location forthcoming in Lexington. 

Rapidly growing franchise Crumbl Cookies is getting ready to expand into the Midlands with its first location forthcoming in Lexington. 

No one needs an excuse to eat more fried chicken. From Zesto and Bernie’s broasted chicken to Drake Duck-In’s chicken sandwich, we have a rich…

$10.95.,1945-6 Decker Boulevard. 803-834-3941. fusioncocinalatina.com.

$13.99 for a 12-pack of 16.9 oz. tallboys at Whole Foods. ($15.99 for still or sparkling liquiddeath.com.)

The term "micro-distillery" doesn't quite get after how tiny Cayce's Southern Essence Distilling is. The shop is run by the two owners, John a…

$12.75. 3001 Millwood Ave. 803-550-9421. tastyasfit.com.

5 percent ABV. $12 for a six-pack, $6 for a pint. 1223 Franklin St. 844-427-3952. cottontownbrewlab.com.

Coastal vacationers will soon see a familiar name in the Columbia area.

Motor Supply Company Bistro owner Eddie Wales didn’t expect to find his new bar manager so smoothly.

$3 each. 803-404-2378. facebook.com/tacosdona.lucia.

6.5 percent ABV. $3.74 for a 16-ounce can at Craft and Draft (2706 Devine St., 803-764-2575, craftanddraftbeer.com).

When quarantine started back in March, it provided a rare opportunity to spend more time in the kitchen than normal, and maybe even tackle a f…

$5.99. 1807 Decker Blvd #1. 803-738-0702. hyundaiorientalgrocery.mappop.com.

With the cover story of this week’s Free Times highlighting staples of typical Columbia summers sidelined due to COVID-19, it felt right to recommend one seasonal favorite you can still get this year.

Two Columbia breweries are taking part in a nationwide campaign to brew beer for Black causes.

The new ownership team behind Hampton Street Vineyard brings bonafide wine expertise and fine dining experience to the restaurant that's opera…

$18.99 for a large. 803-794-5469. tonyspizzasc.com.

Mexican beers are some of the best-selling imported beers in the United States, and American craft brewers are taking notice. Industry titans …