giving back to the community

Our Souper Star selection for a panini is Toni Carpenter Rorie.... Introducing the "Rorie". 

" The charity of my choice is the Anson County Domestic Violence Coalition. There are so many reasons that make this an important charity to me personally. Every time a domestic violence victim ends up in one of the worst situations, they are offered a chance to talk with a Victims Advocate. These Advocates are available 24/7, 365 days a year. This agency has provided women in our community with means to escape their abusers and ultimately saved their lives. "

Toni has been a friend of the shop before the shop was even idea - our personal connection with each other started 3 years ago, and I am so proud to have her as my personal friend. 

Her Hawaiian inspired panini is teeming with hand carved oven roasted turkey dressed with a sweet and tangy Teriyaki sauce that is a perfect counterbalance with the caramelized natural sugars of grilled pineapple slices. Layer on salty smokey bacon, creamy Havarti cheese, spinach and all brought together with honey mustard aioli.

Don't miss out on this flavorful panini!  

Our Souper Star selection for a soup is Gary Sikes, and he is offering everyone's favorite .... Pho

 "My charity of choice is Hope Pregnancy Center. In these challenging times, they provide services that are desperately needed to so many. " 

Hope Pregnancy Center is dedicated to providing compassionate support and resources to individuals facing unplanned pregnancies. Their mission focuses on offering free and confidential services, including pregnancy testing, counseling, and information about available options. They aim to empower individuals to make informed decisions by providing education on pregnancy, parenting, adoption, and related topics. Additionally, the center may offer material assistance such as baby clothing and supplies to support new parents. 

 A soul-warming, aromatic broth simmered for hours on the steamer to extract deep, rich flavors from roasted bones, charred onions, and fragrant spices like star anise, cinnamon, and cloves. This delicate yet complex elixir cradles silky rice noodles and is crowned with thinly sliced beef, pork or tender chicken, allowing the heat of the broth to gently warm the proteins through. Served with an abundant bouquet of fresh basil, crisp bean sprouts, fiery chilies, and a wedge of lime, each bowl invites you to customize your experience, balancing brightness, heat, and umami in every slurp. A timeless Vietnamese classic, pho is more than a dish—it’s a warm embrace in a bowl.