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Cru's 2013 Top 10

Do you have a Cru Favorite? See if it made our Top 10 List for 2013.  Sesame Softshell Crab   Sesame Fried Softshell, Ginger Carrot Puree, Stir Fry Bok Choy, Edamame, Red Pepper, Carrot and Citrus Soy Caramel Did you know we only get…
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Hats off to Chef John

We were so honored to have Chef John featured in the ‘Artist Profile’ section of The Art Mag- we know he’s got talent but this article made us all blush! Enjoy!  Tucked away inside a pale yellow house on Pinckney Street is Cru Café:…
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Meet our Chef de Cuisine- Travers Horton

While we adore Chef John, we thought it was time his right-hand-man got to share in the spotlight. Travers Horton is the culinary talent behind many of our delicious dishes at Cru. As Chef de Cuisine, Travers, has been a part of the Cru Crew…
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What Are Your Thanksgiving Traditions?

Thanksgiving isn’t religious; it’s an all American Holiday through and through. There are many traditions that are assumed when people think of Thanksgiving, which of these do you and yours follow? Do you have your own set of traditions? 1-   …
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Tis' The Season... for Chili!

Chili is one of those dishes that can have completely different meanings to different people.  White Chicken Chili, Veggie Chili, Turkey Chili, Three Bean Chili…whatever you call it chili is a perfect fall treat and an all time comfort food.…
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Try out a New Turkey- If You Dare.

The TURKEY- You can roast it, brine it, grill it or take the southern route and deep-fry the bird. If you are tired of the same ole’ Thanksgiving Turkey here are a few ‘unique’ (to say the least) variations on the traditional recipes.…
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Charleston is #1 for the Third Year in a Row!

Cru wanted to spread the great news! We love living in such an AMAZING City!  For the third consecutive year, Charleston has been named the #1 U.S. City with an overall score of 83.2 from the Culture, Friendliness, Atmosphere, Restaurants,…
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Cru in USA Today!

We were thrilled to find our quaint Café featured in USA Today’s ‘ Where Locals Eat In Charleston’ article! Check out below to see what they had to say about Cru! Cru Cafe "Tucked away in an 18th-century single house on Pinckney Street,…

Sparkling or Tap?

When dining out do you request sparkling or tap water? We have actually seen a trend in water sommeliers, yes sommeliers for water. The trend hasn’t quite reached us here on the East coast, but we would be willing to guess it will make its…
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Hats Off to March of Dimes

We are excited to announce another successful Signature Chefs Auction in the books for the March of Dimes! This event is one we are proud to participate in each year and this year’s results have WOWed us! This year’s 14th annual Signature…