Good food is more than just what goes into a dish; it’s also the spirit and passion of the restaurant’s team. Mount Pleasant’s own Steel City Pizza Co., a local and delicious spot for hot sandwiches, creative slices and more, puts emphasis on working with people as much as offering fresh, tasty ingredients. “We aren’t actually in the pizza or even the restaurant business as … [Read more...]

I look forward to the impending return of spring, not just so I can wear tank tops and dive into the swimming pool at the neighboring apartment complex but also so I can order the barbecue chicken chopped salad at Burtons Grill. You might think that’s a little silly; after all, it’s just salad. But if you’ve tasted it, you know just what I mean. And if you’ve ventured to … [Read more...]

My really average golf game has a few daunting areas that desperately need improving. For years I’ve longed for that one club that could get me out of the trouble I inevitably find whenever I venture out for 18 holes. My only problem is that being a fresh-out-of-college kid, I didn’t have the funds to afford a $150 savior golf club. Then one day, while I was waiting for … [Read more...]

You can always tell when a business is family owned and operated. When I visited Dunleavy’s Irish Pub on Sullivan’s Island, it was clear to me that owner Jamie Maher took distinct pride in his pub, a business that had been passed down from earlier generations. “My uncle and my mother initially opened Dunleavy’s in 1992,” Maher said. “Their names are Bill and Patti … [Read more...]

Christmas morning is no more than a fleeting dream for many Lowcountry children from lowincome families. This year, as in the past dozen years, a large number of them will wake up to a brand new toy, thanks to the Toys for Tots program. Toys for Tots, run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, has been collecting new toys and distributing them to children in need each Christmas … [Read more...]

The USS Yorktown, an aircraft carrier that distinguished itself in two wars before retiring to Patriots Point in Mount Pleasant, added another page to its storied history in November. The Yorktown is home to the Congressional Medal of Honor Museum, a testament to the American fighting men who have earned membership in one of the world’s most exclusive organizations. … [Read more...]

Football is a time-honored tradition throughout the United States. In towns and cities large and small, the roar of the crowd can be heard in every corner of the country and everywhere in between. It’s no different in Mount Pleasant, where the Recreation Department provides a place to play for nearly 65 teams and a way to participate for 170 volunteer coaches. “We have a … [Read more...]

Whether you’re a posh aficionado or scruffy smatterer, there is certainly a place for you amid the masses at The Charleston Cup. Last year marked the first time in nearly a decade that hooves graced the grass at Stono Ferry for the celebrated steeplechase races. The increasingly popular event – a Lowcountry tradition since 1986 – returned to celebrate its 25th anniversary in … [Read more...]

You must enjoy fun, food and people to succeed in the restaurant business, according to Robb Walker. He and his wife, Wendy, despite the 14-hour days, apparently have an affinity for all three. The proprietors of a thriving eatery on James Island, they recently opened their doors in Mount Pleasant, and they are already are talking about adding a third location. J. Paul’z, at … [Read more...]

Steve Judy, owner of Mount Pleasant’s new Harbor Breeze, created a menu that pairs well with the restaurant’s relaxing atmosphere. “We’re in a laid-back location – right off the bridge and beside the harbor – and we needed the cuisine to go with it,” said Judy. “We’ve concentrated on a fresh, locally-inspired menu.” Peruse the Harbor Breeze selections and you’ll see all … [Read more...]