Preserve is a special topic for CreativeMornings Charleston for many reasons. We picked this month’s theme, as it is a true theme to describe necessary conversations in our city. 

Not only are we living in one of America’s most well known historical cities, but we battle with preserving not only the infrastructure in the Holy City but the Holy City itself.  

This month’s speaker is food writer and the Southern Forks’ Stephanie Burt. Per her usual style, she thinks about preservation beyond canning vegetables. Join us to discuss the importance of preserving this place that we call home and what’s she’s learned along her journey. 

All photos by Leslie McKellar

What do you love most about what you do?

Creates a sense of community. It’s always different.

What inspired you and how did you become involved in your current career(s)?
I have no idea how I became involved. Didn’t set out to be a food writer - it found me. I became inspired by other food writers.

How do you start your day?
Coffee & contemplation. Just like the show Stranger Things.

Tell us about your proudest moment or accomplishment.
I hope it hasn’t happened yet.
Do you have a hidden talent?
Making up songs for my dog.

Who or what gives you creative inspiration?
So much gives me inspiration. If I have a few days where I don’t feel inspired then I’m not paying attention to the world. Coffee fuels our morning events. If you’re a coffee drinker, what’s your go-to order?
The darkest roast, the tallest cup. Black. What is your favorite place in Charleston?
I love driving over the water every day. Being able to see water views.

How do you unwind or de-stress? My favorite thing in the world is a porch swing, so sitting on that with earbuds.

Rapid fire: 

morning person or night owl?
Morning
summer or winter?
Summer
mountains or beach?
Beach
pancakes or waffles?
Waffles
fiction or non-fiction?
Non-fiction