charleston nasty. yes. is that a good nasty or a bad nasty? ashley roberts (voiceover): it's south carolina's oldest and most refreshing city. ooh, strong and unusual gonna get me good tonight. ashley roberts (voiceover): we're getting loose in charleston, honey. [squeals] i see a dolphin! ashley roberts (voiceover): and it all starts right now. [theme music] charleston, south carolina, is widely celebrated as a premier destination in not just the us but the entire world. a big part of that distinction comes from charleston's thriving culinary scene, defined by traditional southern flavors, prime local ingredients, and mouth-watering ingenuity. narrator: the cuisine down here is made with love. it's made with soul. and at hominy grill, it's made to order. under james beard award winning chef robert stehling, hominy has become a staple for local south carolinians and tourists alike by serving up low country flavors for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. and me? i'm ready to get cooking. ashley roberts (voiceover): so what are we making today, robert?