When Sharath Gudla moved from Hyderabad, India, to Daytona Beach to earn his master’s in aerospace engineering, he never dreamed he would become a restaurateur. His career took him to Savannah where he worked for Gulfstream Aerospace building private jets. In his spare time, Gudla and his wife Swethasri Maganti started a catering business at home and taught … [Read more...]

March has arrived and that means it’s time to enjoy some March Madness hoops, one of the most exciting three weeks in sports. Have you completed your tournament bracket yet? What about a viewing party? If you plan on hosting a gathering with friends and family to watch your favorite teams and need some ideas on what to serve, don’t sweat it, we have you covered like a … [Read more...]

When Super Bowl LIX kicks off on Feb. 9, the real MVP might not be the players on the field but the spread on your snack table. Whether you're team nachos, team wings or rooting for something sweet, we've got your gameday playbook covered. Here are some all-star snack ideas that will have your guests cheering louder than the touchdown calls. 1. Touchdown Tacos (Bar … [Read more...]

As a single mother juggling a full-time job as an RN at a local retirement community and looking after her two small children, Nicole Ranes had no time to spare. After 10 years of having missed countless holidays and school functions, the time had come for a change. Ranes said that although it took a decade to make the decision to switch careers, she chose to return to her … [Read more...]

When cabin fever calls for a day trip, the go-to destination is Bistro 217 on Pawleys Island. Seating is available either inside or in the enclosed and climate-controlled courtyard surrounded by air plants, succulents and an ambiently-lit backdrop that creates an elegant atmosphere. Incorporated in the Zen-like space is a newly renovated bar where regulars and visitors enjoy … [Read more...]

Dry January doesn’t have to be a dull puritan reality. The fun can spill over into the new year and beyond, thanks to Tony Moneta, a bartender at Frank’s on Pawleys Island, who shared the following creative, fresh and deliciously healthy mocktail recipes. Here’s a list of a few of his tasty concoctions: Lemon Cherry Spritz Blend 2 ounces fresh Meyer lemonade with 1 … [Read more...]

The Rotary Club of Mount Pleasant’s 40th Annual Soccer Classic is scheduled to kick off next month at 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15 at the Charleston County School District 2 Stadium (Robert Hayes Stadium at Wando High School). The milestone event looks to continue its legacy as the premier kickoff tournament for Lowcountry high school soccer. The tournament, which began in 1984, … [Read more...]

A lifelong passion for the equine lifestyle brought Andrew Davis from Connecticut to Johns Island to manage the barn where he boarded his horse. Looking for extra income to support his high-priced hobby, Davis landed in the food and beverage industry in 2018 when he was hired as a server and barback at the Darling Oyster Bar downtown. In 2019, Davius shifted to Basic … [Read more...]

During the months that end in “r,” what could be better than East Coast oysters with traditional accompaniments? At the Post House, a longstanding coastal tavern and inn built in 1896 in the heart of Mount Pleasant’s Old Village that offers seasonal fare and a bit of salty air, this option makes the perfect brunch starter, especially when paired with a Bloody Mary crafted with … [Read more...]

Close your eyes and imagine you’re sitting at a cozy candlelight wine bar in an intimate European cafe. Now open your eyes and chances are you’re sitting at Saint Urban’s in Mount Pleasant’s charming I’On Square. Newly opened in the summer of 2023 by owners and partners Warren Johnson and Chad Besenfelder, this neighborhood gem is named after the patron saint of vintners, … [Read more...]