a la Carteret
SugarLoaf Island Bistro and Pub
by Sandy Craft
Located at the end of 
out. Either way, you can still
enjoy the delightful cuisine of the original chef, Craig Rose, as well of that
of Dave Lindsey, a local favorite from his Bogue Pocket and Calypso Café
days.
The new owners, Tracy Terrill and Elmer Whaley, left their
careers to take over SugarLoaf Bistro last January.
My Companion-in-Eating and I decided to put ourselves at the mercy of our friendly server, Lorie. She started us off with the SugarLoaf Crab Bisque, not the usual creamy sort, but with a tomato base, a little green pepper and a whole lot of crabmeat, all combining for a different and tasty treat. That little twist on an old stand-by is what they do well at Sugarloaf.
Lorie was insistent that we try the crab and spinach dip, and even though we’ve tried about a dozen renditions, I’m glad she did. It was delicious and just a little different; with lots of spinach and a little bit lighter than usual. It was yummy with the warmed pita, as was the hummus, which I remembered fondly from the Café days. The Greek salad was dressed with a sweet vinaigrette, a nice counter to the feta cheese and pickled peppers.
The
entrees run the gamut from some unusual quesadillas to great looking Angus
beef burgers and a nice variety of fresh seafood.
We opted for the sweet potato quesadilla, which was delicious with
fresh spinach and grilled onions. Their
With an emphasis on healthy foods and fresh ingredients,
this is perhaps the perfect place to take your vegetarian friends or calorie
commandoes. But don’t think that
means they forgo flavor. Certainly
not. Really, there’s something
for everyone. Right down to the
— taa daa ! — fabulous desserts. You
should definitely try one of their homemade specialties, such as the Andes
mint pie or the strawberry-filled cheesecake topped with chocolate.
Sounds like the perfect way to end a meal to me!
This fall the SugarLoaf staff will be working on several new ideas. They have recently opened the pub, where a wide variety of beers and wine are served by the glass or bottle, plus any other libation you can think of. Tracy is trying out some Middle Eastern items to add to the menu and is also contemplating a wine tasting or two. There is also a private room if you need a place for a small get together.
As well as serving lunch daily, a Sunday brunch is available starting at 11:30. After Labor Day, SugarLoaf will be open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday only. On Thursday night they feature live music, so you can come check that out and either sit in the Pub or sit outside, enjoying a lovely autumn evening and a lovely casual dinner.
SugarLoaf
Island Bistro & Pub
Wednesday – Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday: 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Price Range: Lunch starting at $6.55
Dinner entrees starting at $8.55
9/02/05
Sandy
Craft owned and operated a catering company in Atlanta
for 17 years.
She is one of the few people who actually still cooks, but she finds
following
a recipe goes against her nature. When traveling she likes to visit local
grocery
stores and farm stands, and she thoroughly enjoys good food.
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