"This proudly queer-owned coffee house, wine bar, and sandwich, charcuterie, and sweets cafe was a hit from day one. Partners Anna Watkins and Amanda Birdsong opened Cured. On Columbia early in the pandemic and still managed to thrive. Open seven days a week, with live music on Sundays, fare includes a chicken chopped salad, a housemade veggie burger, and a chef’s smorgasbord meat and cheese charcuterie platter that’s a party waiting to happen." - Beth D’Addono