It’s that time of the year again–the time to load up on pencils, paper, notebooks and whatever other goodies your backpack demands. Instead of mom and dad dropping you off at the dorm empty handed, have them take a peek at what our friends over at Caviar & Bananas are serving up for the students in Charleston. Rather than stock up on popcorn and Ramen noodles, check out the gourmet treats this specialty market has to offer–all available to be bundled together in your own, personalized Back to School Basket.

A staple among College of Charleston students, as well as locals, Caviar & Bananas is located in the heart of campus on George Street. Any time throughout the day you can expect to see crowds of hungry people waiting for their duck confit sandwiches or fresh-to-order lobster cobb salad. More bustling than their sushi stand or daily prepared treats (think truffle mac and cheese or lamb gyros) has to be their barista bar–lines of coffee crazed students make the trek every morning to get their caffeine fix at this wonderful all-in-one spot.

This year Caviar & Bananas is offering a special to kick off the school year: Back to School Baskets. Starting at $50, you can fill this bad boy with anything your little scholarly heart desires. Choose from the finest ingredients, including the most delish wines, chocolates, teas, coffee, snacks and much more. If all their yummy choices have you dumbfounded, then leave it to the folks of this unique cafe to make the process easier by choosing between any of their pre-made baskets.

To aid those back to school blues, The Campus Style has teamed up with these gourmet gurus to bring you an offer you won’t want to pass up–a chance to win a free basket! Loaded with handcrafted truffles, Moravian cookies and chocolate covered coffee beans, this scrumptious basket is an escape for anyone trying to ease their way back into class mode. Wondering how to get your paws on this package of sweets? Easy.

Like the Caviar & Bananas Facebook page and tell us ONE reason why you love them! Maybe you can’t live without their chai lattes. Or perhaps your day isn’t complete without snagging their fresh baked croissants. Whatever the reason, we want to know.

The contest runs till Friday, August 26th, and we will be choosing the best answer. So spill the beans (pun intended) as to why Caviar & Bananas is your go-to spot. We will announce the lucky winner Friday and give the details on where to pick up your basket!

Back to school just got sweeter!

-Brittanae C. (Editor-in-chief)

-Special thanks to Virginia C. and Reid L. for their help!