At Best of Crete, Joann introduced many Charlestonians to Greek food, including stuffed grape leaves, baklava, pita and humus, rice pilaf, Greek salad and the very popular gyro sandwiches, a seasoned combination of beef and lamb.

Joann Birurakis and her son Michael hold a family photograph that includes her husband, William, as they stand behind the counter at Best of Crete.

Michael Birurakis waits on a customer in the Charleston Town Center eatery.

7.95x4.94 CRETE1 food from the Best of Crete at the Town Center Mall Photo by chris dorst