Just over the Cooper River you'll find Olde Colony Bakery, the originator of the benne wafer. The word for sesame seeds is "benne" in Bantu, which were brought to Charleston during Colonial times due to the slave trade from East Africa and planted throughout the South. These uniquely Charleston wafers are thin and crispy, with a slight sweet taste and lots of nuttiness. If Ginger Snaps are your game, then look no further! Crispy and spicy, they're the perfect snack. Or, add them to a crust for a perfect Thanksgiving dessert of Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake! Looking for a tart and sweet snack? Try Carolina Key Lime Cookies, perfect with a cup of tea. Made in Charleston, SC.