My Favorite Brunch Entree in Charleston, SC? Tortang Talong at Kultura

By Mark A. Leon

Brunch has its own culture in Charleston, South Carolina. It is a competition to please the palate by exploring the depths of culinary arts with science, experimentation and life experience. Each weekend, is a journey to please our inner foodie, drink a cocktail and share our weekly adventures with family and friends.

At Kultura, located at 73 Spring Street, Charleston, SC, Executive Chef Nikko Cagalanan has crafted a menu that challenges you to go beyond your comfort zone to a place of pure joy. From the moment you walk in and smell the sweet aroma of the pastries to your last bite that lingers long after you walk down Spring Street, Kultura is a brunch experience to be savored.

After I sat outside on a beautiful Saturday afternoon, I started with the jasmine latte that hit the mark. The sun offered the right amount of warmth and the conversation the right amount of stimulating dialogue to compliment my caffeine crave. As I mulled through the brunch menu, I recalled an omelet I had while in Manila for three weeks that still remains in my thoughts to this very day. I had to see how Chef Nikko put his spin on their brunch omelet and wow did it exceed my wildest expectations.

The Tortang Talong is an eggplant omelet, banana ketchup aioli, sweet soy, and caviar with a side of sticky rice. On paper it sounded delicious, but on the tabletop in front of me was a work of art.

Every bite was its own wonder and an explosion of flavor. The eggplant was spread evenly within the omelet and the drizzle of aioli and caviar was so carefully topped that it looked like painting and the plate, its canvas (as you can see here).

Thank you to Chef Nikko, our charming and delightful server and the entire team at Kultura. A true must for any foodie!

Kultura is opening Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Thursday and Friday 5:00 PM – 10:00 and Saturday & Sunday for brunch from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. They are closed on Tuesday and Wednesday.