The Open Kitchen Issue

Summer 2023

Welcome summer, you have been greatly missed! It's time to get outside, enjoy the fresh air, the extra sunshine, and of course, all of the incredible dining options around our capital city!

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We invite you into some of Columbia’s favorite kitchens and hope you get some great ideas on your next place to dine local!

Featured in this Issue

Food & Drink

Farmers with Heart

Across the Midlands this summer, passionate farmers are working hard to provide us with the very best that our soil and sunshine can offer.

Food & Drink

Authentic: Beach Loveland

For Beach Loveland, owner of Loveland Coffee, it has always been about more than simply brewing and pouring an excellent cup of coffee.

Food & Drink

Experience Columbia: Capital City Bites & Sips

The Columbia food scene is buzzing with new and exciting restaurants popping up all the time, while seasoned chefs continue to marvel diners with their culinary creations.

Community Interest

Social Mission: Sistercare

Alarmingly, South Carolina remains one of the top states in the nation for high rates of domestic violence and domestic homicide.

Fresh Figs Delivered to You

Designed and produced four times a year, Fig Columbia magazine is filled with the latest in Columbia including local shopping, dining, arts, events, and community.