Soul Food at SouthPark Mall!
Struggling to curb my enthusiasm, I creep up to the smiling woman handing out samples. She presents me some pulled pork, which I don't eat, when another server behind the counter overhears and asks me what I would like to taste instead. Save!
"Hushpuppy please."
The hushpuppy being terrific, they instantly advanced to the final round: The mac & cheese test. (I unapologetically judge all soulfood restaurants by their mac & cheese.) I ordered a heaping side for about $3. The staff was so wonderfully friendly and energetic that I feared having to write a bad review had it not gone well.
No need! Mac & cheese was PERFECT! It was cheesy, and creamy, but not too creamy, and gooey and masterly seasoned. I've learned that I do this involuntary thing where I close my eyes while enjoying great food. A guy walked by and said, "wow...that must be good", opening my eyes and bringing me back down to earth. Tear.