Antique Trader

More grist for the mill

Greg Johnsman displays an unmistakable zest when he talks about his love of old-fashioned grist milling, which isn’t just his livelihood, but rather, his life’s calling.

He’s spent his whole life working, studying and living in South Carolina. He is co-owner of Millers All Day, an old school, yet trendy, spot for brunch-goers located at 120 King St., Charleston, South Carolina. A 172-year-old gristmill stationed in an old display window spotlights the state’s agricultural history and helps create his restaurant’s signature dishes.

Millers All Day opened in March 2018. Johnsman’s business partner, Nathan Thurston, serves as chef. The restaurant feeds 600-700 people every weekend. The popular Hoppin John consists of sea island red peas, Carolina gold rice and veggies. And, of course, shrimp and grits are a mainstay. The Golden Cocktail is

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