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The Augusta Chronicle
Sheila's Bakery in North Augusta attracts donut lovers daily | Exclusive
There's no shortage of funny puns and jokes about donuts. “That’s my favorite food group: donuts. I love the donut,” Laura Linney, actress. “A new study found that Americans are exercising more than ever but still not losing much weight. Not good. In fact, it’s all I could think about on my jog to Dunkin’ Donuts,” Chevy Chase, actor. More: El Tejano brings Miami, Texas food traditions to Augusta | Exclusive At Sheila's Bakery Company in North Augusta, they've heard them all. Meet Sheila Martin, the founder and owner of Sheila's Bakery. Stepping into her bakery on Georgia Avenue in downtown North Augusta is an amazing sensory treat of fried dough and sweet sugar. And judging from the crowd waiting for donuts on a recent weekday, customers agree. Martin's journey started in Texas, where she grew up. She eventually moved to Pennsylvania to work and then to Waynesboro, where a friend lived. There she worked and learned the ins and outs of the food service industry. Going into the food service industry was daunting, but her brother convinced her to branch out. "He said, 'You should just go for it.'" She started with a food truck in 2018 before opening
The Post and Courier
Aiken's bakin' ... with plenty of Tri-Development involvement this weekend
AIKEN — Cookies count, but weekly offerings from Busy Bakers also cover plenty of additional territory, with the support of Tri-Development Center and hundreds of customers around Aiken County, with hot meals as part of the package. The next two or three days are on track to be exceptionally busy for the organization, in its ongoing role as a vendor at Aiken's Makin', the massive downtown event set for Sept. 11-12. Plans are in place for a sales display in a grassy area near the Union Street bridge, with cookies and cinnamon rolls among the offerings. Martina Scott, the bakery's assistant mana...
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Restaurant featuring Mediterranean street food is open for business in Aiken Towne Park
AIKEN — Before PITA Mediterranean Street Food opened for business in Aiken Towne Park, co-owner Ghulam "Sunny" Sarwar knew he had made the right choice for the restaurant's location. "The people of Aiken are amazing," said the Augusta resident prior to a lunchtime ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 4. "It took...
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People Cross The State For The Liver Nip And Rice At This Beloved Batesburg-Leesville Pit
Tucked away in the small town of Leesville, South Carolina, Jackie Hite’s Bar-BQ built a reputation big enough to pull folks from hours away. People filled their freezers with the pork and planned Friday lunches around the pig pickings. It was the kind of family-run spot where the food...
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WingPlace celebrates 20 years of wings, memories and the Aiken community
WingPlace recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, bringing together family, friends, and local supporters for a special event honoring owners Dick and Laurel Dickerson. Two decades of wings, laughter and community were celebrated recently as WingPlace marked 20 years in business, bringing together family, friends, longtime customers and local supporters for a special anniversary celebration.
The Post and Courier
Restaurant featuring Mediterranean street food is open for business in Aiken Towne Park
AIKEN — Before PITA Mediterranean Street Food opened for business in Aiken Towne Park, co-owner Ghulam “Sunny” Sarwar knew he had made the right choice for the restaurant’s location. “The people of Aiken are amazing,” said the Augusta resident prior to a lunchtime ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 4. “It took nine months to build this. I used to come over here every second day. Everyone was saying, ‘Good luck.’ They were very helpful, very supportive.” Sarwar, who is a franchisee, has a silent partner in PITA Street Food, which is on Julep Way. The eatery is the same building as Huey Magoo’s and Sk...
The Post and Courier
WingPlace celebrates 20 years of wings, memories and the Aiken community
Two decades of wings, laughter and community were celebrated recently as WingPlace marked 20 years in business, bringing together family, friends, longtime customers and local supporters for a special anniversary celebration. South Carolina State Senator Tom Young, R-Aiken, presented WingPlace owners Dick and Laurel Dickerson with an award of recognition Tuesday, Sept. 8, honoring the couple for their two decades of service and contribution to the community. Founded in December 2006, WingPlace has spent the past 20 years building a loyal following and creating a place where good food and good ...
Atlanta Black Star
‘Thief! Robber! Thug!’: Black Woman Says Food Dispute at South Carolina Pizzeria Spiraled Into Racial Showdown as Managers and Customers Joined In
The knives came out at a pizza restaurant in South Carolina. Video of a tense interaction at a pizzeria has racked up more than three […] ‘Thief! Robber! Thug!’: Black Woman Says Food Dispute at South Carolina Pizzeria Spiraled Into Racial Showdown as Managers and Customers Joined In
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Moldy food and rusty kitchen equipment color this week’s health inspections
The health inspection world grades a score below 70 as failing, however, no restaurants, pools or hotels received a failing score from inspections conducted on June 1–7. This week’s lowest health inspection score was a 71 earned by Taqueria El Patron, at 3107 Washington Road, in Augusta. During...
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Taj Aiken restaurant will move to Chesterfield Street
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) — Taj Aiken found a new home after being forced to move for Hotel Aiken construction. The restaurant says it’s moving into the old Casa Bella building on Chesterfield Street. Taj Aiken had until the 13th to move out of its current building. They say...
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Aiken’s Makin’ returns next weekend for 50th year
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) — Aiken’s Makin’ is next weekend. This is the 50th year for the event. Homemade items from local stores and business owners will take over Park Avenue in downtown Aiken on Sept. 11-12. Visitors can also meet some of their favorite News 12 personalities.
The Augusta Chronicle
Inside El Tejano’s colorful new Augusta-area restaurant | PHOTOS
Bright colors, inviting spaces and the promise of Latin-inspired flavors welcome diners to El Tejano Latin Cuisine Express . Open since May on Cabela Drive, the restaurant has quickly become part of Augusta's growing dining scene. Take a tour inside this week's Augusta Eats destination through our photo gallery. More Augusta Eats: Aroma's Italian Grill owner says consistency key to success Watch the video After browsing the photos, watch the video below for an even closer look inside El Tejano Latin Cuisine Express on Cabela Drive. This story was created with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information-gathering, review, editing, and publishing process. Learn more . This article originally appeared on Augusta Chronicle: Inside El Tejano’s colorful new Augusta-area restaurant | PHOTOS
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This South Carolina Buffet Serves Mountains Of Catfish But The Crowds Thin Out After Dark
How many trips to the buffet count as dinner before they become an athletic event?. At one South Carolina restaurant, the answer depends entirely on how much room you saved for peach cobbler. Plates disappear beneath fried chicken, creamy macaroni and cheese, golden catfish, vegetables, and Southern favorites that taste...
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El Tejano Blends Miami and Texas Flavors in New Riverwatch Storefront
A fast-casual restaurant blending Miami Cuban cooking with Texas Tex-Mex flavors has opened at 826 Cabela Drive in Augusta, taking over a suite directly across from Costco. El Tejano Latin Cuisine Express serves counter-ordered meals with the seating and speed of a traditional dine-in spot, from Cuban sandwiches stacked with ham, shredded pork, Swiss cheese, mustard, mayonnaise and pickles on Cuban bread, to chicken fajitas piled with grilled onions, tortillas, salad, rice, plantains, tostones and avocado slices.
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This Legendary South Carolina Restaurant Cooks Whole Hogs In An Old Farmhouse – But Only On Weekends
Some places don’t need a sign out front because the smell finds you first. Sweatman’s Barbeque in Holly Hill, South Carolina is one of those rare spots that makes you feel like you’ve stumbled onto something the rest of the world hasn’t figured out yet. And...
The Augusta Chronicle
Peach Cobbler Factory coming to Evans, Aiken | 5 things to know
A national dessert chain specializing in cobblers topped with ice cream is headed to both Evans and Aiken, expanding sweet-treat options across the Augusta area. Here are five things to know about The Peach Cobbler Factory’s planned openings. More: These Augusta-area restaurants earned highest and lowest health scores 1. An Evans shop is planned for October The Peach Cobbler Factory is expected to open in October at Evans Towne Center, 4272 Washington Road. Owner Brittany Blocker recently said renovations are underway at the space. 2. Aiken will get a location, too A separate Peach Cobbler Factory is also planned at 1307 Richland Ave. in Aiken. Former Aiken County Schools Superintendent Sean Alford and his wife, Stephanie, are opening that restaurant, according to the Aiken Chamber of Commerce. 3. Cobbler is only part of the menu The chain’s signature cobblers are served with ice cream, but the menu goes well beyond fruit desserts. Customers can also expect cookies, banana and other puddings, sweet rolls, milkshakes, brownies, cheesecake and ice cream. 4. The concept has grown nationwide Founded in 2013, The Peach Cobbler Factory now operates in 25 states, with locations already established in Georgia and South Carolina. Until these stores open,