Farming is one of our most important professions. It’s also one of the hardest, with long hours, endless labor, droughts, floods, crop diseases, livestock predators. It’s no surprise that less than 2% of our population puts food on their tables by growing things to go on ours. Scott and Tina Johnson wouldn’t dream of another life. Longtime Indiana livestock farmers, the … [Read more...]
A Taste of South Carolina’s Hammock Coast
Just up the road from Charleston lies the Hammock Coast, a small string of Lowcountry beaches and coastlines that exude all the things you might hope for in a quiet getaway. Historic Georgetown, the . third-oldest city in South Carolina, is nestled along the Sampit River and is a charming area with old houses and a central waterfront area called Harborwalk. Just to its north, … [Read more...]
Ember Wood Fired Kitchen: Combining Upscale and Casual
A new restaurant combining upscale and casual to create the quintessential date night hot spot is now open on Long Point Road. Ember Wood Fired Kitchen is the latest brainchild of Glowfisch Hospitality, known for Five Loaves Café and Sesame Burgers & Beer, and has transformed the previous casual pizza restaurant space into the new “place to be” that offers something for … [Read more...]
Ice, Ice Baby: Indulge in Brightly Colored Flavors to Stay Cool for the Summer
Summer has arrived. Humidity, a spike in temperatures and the daily occurrence of sweat beads rolling down skin is expected. Looking for a cool way to beat the heat? Lucky for you, the Lowcountry has rolled out a chilling selection of icy treats to help you revive and thrive. Whether you want a sophisticated Popsicle or syrup-drizzled shaved ice, these purveyors of the frosty … [Read more...]
Relish Distinctive Catering: Setting the Scene for Romance
With its majestic oaktree-lined plantations, beautiful beaches and historic charm, Charleston exudes romance, so it comes as no surprise that the wedding industry is booming in nearby Mount Pleasant. In fact, Charleston was recently named in Travel & Leisure magazine as one of the World’s Top Ten Most Romantic Cities. It’s one of the most popular wedding destinations in the … [Read more...]
Wando River Grill: Good Food, Good Times
I arrived a bit early for my appointment with Stephen Annibale, general manager of Wando River Grill. Situated on the Wando River Marina right off of Highway 41, the gorgeous scenery and warm spring day prompted me to pull up a chair and read a few pages of a novel before sitting down with Stephen to learn about what, exactly, draws locals and visitors to the restaurant and … [Read more...]
Hardscoop: Your Childhood Favorite, All Grown Up
You’ve topped it with sprinkles, drizzled it with caramel sauce and piled it inside a golden waffle cone. But chances are you have yet to experience ice cream quite like this. Hardscoop is a full-service distillery dedicated to churning out flavors that are 16-proof alcohol. It’s safe to say, your childhood favorite just got spiked. “From the beginning, we were always trying … [Read more...]
Boone Hall Farms’ U-Pick Fields: Spring’s Iconic Red Berry is Back
Strawberry Fields Forever Nothing celebrates the arrival of fresh spring produce like plucking a sweet, succulent strawberry fresh from the ground. As one of the earliest crops to begin producing, strawberries are a staple of spring dishes – all of which are that much better when made with fresh, local produce. “Ours are prettier and usually bigger, and they are delicious … [Read more...]
Strawberries from Boone Hall: A Local Labor of Love
It’s probably safe to say that most people enjoy the sweet taste of fresh, juicy strawberries picked straight from the ground. However, there’s something different about biting into a strawberry that’s been growing in your own (local) backyard and for one man in particular, it’s become a true labor of love. Erik Hernandez, the Boone Hall Farms Foreman, has been caring for … [Read more...]
Hunger Strike? Visit These North Mount Pleasant Restaurants
A Dough Re Mi 2700 U.S. 17 Suite 100 (843) 881-6989 www.adoughremi.com Cuisine: Pizzeria Annie’s Bistro Francais 1795 N. Highway 17 #3 (843) 352-7690 https://anniesbistrofrancais.wordpress.com Cuisine: French Atlanta Bread Company 1712 Towne Centre Way (843) 216-1611 www.atlantabread.com Cuisines: American/Sandwiches/Soups Bagel Nation Café 1909 N. Highway … [Read more...]