President Rob Crawford and the team at Renaissance South Construction have an uncompromising system of values for getting everything 100% right. Through the company’s foundation in complex renovations, they understand the damage and heartache improperly installed systems can cause. This passion for building sciences, paired with a love for helping people achieve their best … [Read more...]

When it comes to delicious Mexican dining in Mount Pleasant, La Hacienda is the place to go — that is, according to the readers of Mount Pleasant Magazine. Once again, you have voted it Best Mexican restaurant, and rightly so. “We have won others [awards] in the past,” boasted Yesenia Leon, manager. “It’s awesome! We love to see customers enjoy our restaurant.” There are … [Read more...]

Passions form for different reasons. Our parents were devoted to a hobby and we grew up experiencing it. We were inspired by someone else’s testimony. A life-changing event occurred. For Dr. Lindsey Stoltz Steadman, her passion for healing those with allergies stemmed from a close experience with a student’s peanut allergies — and the event sparked her interest. Realizing just … [Read more...]

Finding beautiful goods in this world will never get old — but do you ever wonder how things are made? At Erika Lynn Studio and Boutique, you’ll find the answer right in front of you. Artist, leathermaker and store owner Erika Lynn McKelvey makes all her leather goods on-site, and you can watch as she crafts each piece. “After I graduated from Savannah College of Art and … [Read more...]

What makes Bozzelli and Sons Heating and Air different? Named one of the Best Heating and Air companies in Mount Pleasant, owner Phillip Bozzelli said what sets him apart is his personal service. “Hands down what customers tell me is that they like that they don’t have to go through a dispatch service or phone tree to get someone to come out. They call our number and it … [Read more...]

Your skin is a direct reflection of your body’s inner health. Sheperd Integrative Dermatology takes a big picture approach to your whole body with a focus on your skin’s health and beauty. From beautiful spaces for patients to connect with nature to beneficial treatments with educated staff, it’s not surprising that Dr. McLean Sheperd was voted Best Dermatologist. The … [Read more...]

There is no shortage of places in the Charleston area to sample Mexican cuisine, so if you’re going to thrive in a crowded scene, you need something that sets you apart from the ordinary. Mex 1 Coastal Cantina, voted winner of our Best Mexican and Best Taco categories, is not your typical formulaic Mexican restaurant fare of red sauces and moles. The concept behind Mex 1 is … [Read more...]

For the second year in a row, Dr. Andrew Saffer and his team at Carolina Foot & Ankle Specialists have won Best Podiatrist. The award is “humbling,” said Dr. Saffer. “It means more that people care to take the time to recognize our practice because this community has many options for foot and ankle specialists.” Dr. Saffer connects with his patients because he experienced … [Read more...]

In the summer of 2018, Sena and Ogi Jovic opened the doors to their unique European cafe in Mount Pleasant. A year and a half later, Sena Café has been voted “Best of” in nine different categories. It took the top spot for Best Dessert and Best Kid Friendly Restaurant and was among the top places in seven additional categories: Best Barista, Best Budget-Friendly Meal, Best … [Read more...]

When my mom passed on her diamond to me and my now-husband, we were elated to create the perfect ring — except store after store, no one could help us set this vintage, oval stone. Then we heard about Skatell’s and are now customers for life. From their kindness and patience, to the feeling that they were genuinely excited and honored to help us create this timeless piece of … [Read more...]