Leonella and Lorenna Gonzalez recognized a gap in Mount Pleasant for healthy yet convenient food options. With the success of their first venture, Lōleo Juice Bar, they expanded to the Lowcountry, falling in love with the area’s vibrant community and culture. Lōleo Juice Bar emphasizes simple ingredients designed to combat the inflammation caused by many of the foods we … [Read more...]
Frozen in Time: Tour of Georgetown Museums
What a treat that in neighboring Georgetown, we have access to five wonderful museums that honor our Lowcountry’s soulful history dating back to pre-colonial times. Gullah Museum Start at the Gullah Museum, located at 123 King St. Founded in 1997 by the late Bunny and Andrew Rodrigues, and now run by the four Rodrigues sisters Janette, Beatrice, Anna and Julia, the museum is … [Read more...]
Generational Gem: A Tribute to Georgetown’s Iconic International Paper Mill
The exit to historic Georgetown is easy to miss, due in part to the smog created by the International Paper mill that looms over the port city. As a result, many travelers are unaware of the magical experiences Georgetown has to offer. Brimming with stylish cafes, coffee shops, boutiques, art galleries and five cultural museums along Front Street, Georgetown also boasts … [Read more...]
My Journey with Endometriosis: When Will It Endo?
When I was in my late teens into my early 20s, I faced a journey unbeknownst to me that 1 in 10 women will and have faced. That statistic is only growing and increasing. I faced a plague of cramping—severe leg and abdominal pains that would sporadically show up and shoot across my limbs. It started like this and then went away every so often throughout the years only for me to … [Read more...]
Gift of Exercise: Treat Your Body to Fitness
The new year is here and with it comes the perfect opportunity to focus on giving yourself — and your loved ones — a life-changing gift: the gift of exercise. Forget the guilt-laden resolutions or unrealistic goals. This year, it’s all about celebrating what your body can do and discovering the joy of movement. Why Exercise is the Ultimate Gift Exercise isn’t just about … [Read more...]
Score Big With These Super Bowl Snacks: The Real MVP
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...]
Behind the Bar: Bohemian Bull
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...]
What’s on the Menu: Bistro 217
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...]
Business-and-Mortar: Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce Unveils Headquarters
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) has officially opened the doors to its first Mount Pleasant headquarters, marking an exciting milestone in the organization’s growth and service to the local business community. Chamber officials, local leaders and members of the Mount Pleasant community gathered this fall for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the new office … [Read more...]
January/February 2025 Calendar of Events
January D&D Night at Owlbear Cafe When: 1/1 and 2/5 from 6-9 p.m. Where: Owlbear Cafe Drop in on the first Wednesday of every month to play D&D 5e at Owlbear Cafe! Bring a character (level 8) and get ready to game, eat and drink! January Healing of 100! When: 1/11 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Ivy Chiropractic Studio A channeled group healing experience … [Read more...]