Imagine yourself enjoying the myriad sensual pleasures of a truly stellar meal: the bold, imaginative dishes, their flavors expertly intertwined…

Where did you imagine yourself? Orangeburg, SC? I thought not.

But by the time you get done reading this, you will.

Because of the area’s bumper crop of great chefs, fine dining, and fresh ingredients, local congratulations go to Robert Stehling of Hominy Grill in Charleston, SC who has won in the Best Chef: Southeast category. Here’s eight of Stehling’s recipes in case you want to experience a taste of Lowcountry inspired goodness in your home kitchen...