What is your most popular item or product? Without hesitation, our layette/infant clothing and gifts are our most popular items for baby showers, new babies, Christenings and first birthdays — any holiday or special occasion. Monogramming is a super popular service we offer to add that personal touch to any gift. If it’s not moving, monogram it! What is it like working with … [Read more...]

What is your favorite part about working in Mount Pleasant? I love how the residents of Mount Pleasant love to shop local. I also have enjoyed how open residents are to meeting new people and becoming involved in their neighborhoods, schools and businesses. It has been amazing to get to know other local business owners. When customers leave, what do you hope they … [Read more...]

What is the most rewarding part of your business? What is most rewarding is having the autonomy of co-owning a medical business focusing on top-notch customer service in which patients come first. The evolution of CFAS is another rewarding aspect. CFAS’ goal is to provide complete foot and ankle care that is second to none. Most recently we have added a foot and ankle … [Read more...]

They say it takes a village. How would you describe the village at Children’s Discovery Center? We strive to create a community atmosphere of families and educators working together to promote relationships, inquiry between adults and children, and security as they discover the world around them. What is the most rewarding part of working inside the Mount Pleasant … [Read more...]

What went through your mind when you were told you were voted one of the best food trucks? What didn’t go through our minds? To be voted the number two food truck in year two means the world to us. This had been a concept that Tara and I talked about for years. This being our two-year mark, it honestly scares us to think where we may be in five years. We couldn’t have done it … [Read more...]

Looking after one’s physical and mental well-being is paramount, though when it comes to health and personal issues, men are often hesitant to seek advice. But preventative medicine is the key to a bright, healthy future. Dr. Stuart Markovitz and his all-male staff encourage you to visit their office for help not only with existing issues, but to take proactive steps in … [Read more...]

How did your business start? I have been practicing as an OT (occupational therapist) since 2008, and in 2019, it was time to follow my lifelong dream of opening my own therapy practice with a clinic location and mission statement that fully aligned with how I wanted to help children and their families. What is it like working with the Mount Pleasant community? The Mount … [Read more...]

Having a great lawn is not only good for curb appeal and aesthetics, but also for your own joy. Finding the right landscaping and lawn care service is crucial to the health and well-being of your property —and maybe you. If you live in the Lowcountry, chances are you have seen some of the yards enhanced by GrandScapes, Mount Pleasant’s premiere landscaping business and one of … [Read more...]

Not just for its longevity is Franke at Seaside the Lowcountry’s most trusted assisted-living facility, nor that its community recently took the top spot in three related Best Of categories. What sets Franke at Seaside apart is the way it makes people feel, and since 1892, when first founded, that element has made believers out of nearly six generations. “We celebrated our … [Read more...]

What has led to the success of this long-time family-owned business? Our commitment to customer service and relationships is the reason for our continued success over 43 years. Loy Harn made a name for himself as Mount Pleasant’s go-to custom jeweler. His son Jason Harn continues the tradition with a focus on custom fine jewelry, engagement rings and repair. What is the … [Read more...]