In a compelling culinary twist, the reputable downtown Charleston restaurant, Coterie (17 Warren Street), has welcomed new Chef Damian Sandoval into its kitchens. Since its opening in 2021, Coterie has been renowned for its unique blend of Indian menu cross-bred with Lowcountry produce, with its popular dishes being masala quail and Bombay shrimp and grits. However, under the innovative guidance of Sandoval, not only has the restaurant’s gastronomical panorama has changed dramatically but also has its audience has been expanded further.
Sandoval arrived at Coterie after gaining experience from the famous Asian restaurant Xiao Bao Biscuit and the well-established Italian diner named the Obstinate Daughter. Before that, he was associated with several applauded establishments in Chicago dealing in different cuisines ranging from Italian to Mexican.
Proficient in a diverse range of cuisines, Sandoval’s arrival has nudged Coterie towards a more inclusive and eclectic kitchen. Speaking about his passion for learning different cuisines, Sandoval said that he wanted his restaurant to represent the culinary diversity of America.
Pulling from his hefty multicultural culinary experience, Sandoval has built a new, exciting menu for Coterie that caters to an extensive audience. His menu now hosts a broad spectrum of dishes inspired by Mexican, Trinidadian, European, Indian, and Asian culinary traditions.
Since the new menu commenced, it has won over the hearts of patrons with an offering comprising Trinidad doubles, scallop ceviche, chamoy ribs, chicken tinga, pork belly curry, and a pho steak served with kimchi mashed potatoes.
Amidst the profound menu makeover, a reshaping of Coterie’s operating timings and arrangements was also brought about. As per the new schedule, Coterie opens its doors to customers daily at 5 p.m. while during the day, Idle Hands Coffee Shop operates at the plant-filled patio spot within Coterie. The coffee originates from Counter Culture, guaranteeing a fantastic quality that also extends to their outstanding chai offerings.
With Chef Damian Sandoval’s arrival, Coterie promises to honor the multicultural heritage of the American culinary scene, offering a maze of flavors and delicious surprises catering to diverse palates. Charleston food enthusiasts are surely in for gratifying gastronomical adventures at Coterie, all thanks to Chef Sandoval’s transformative passion and innovative culinary vision.
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