There’s no denying the power of movement. Research shows that consistent physical activity improves our health, our mood and even our longevity. But what’s the best exercise for you? The one you’ll stick with, of course. Finding a fitness program that fits your schedule, budget and interests can be a game-changer for how you move your body, so let’s explore some options (both … [Read more...]
Ready… Set… Spa, Retreats: The Perfect Treat
“Taking care of yourself makes you stronger for everyone in your life … including you.” Kelly Rowland said it best when she spoke of the importance of self-care and wellness. While we often put the needs of others first (including our ever-growing to-do list), we need to recognize the strength found in regularly prioritizing our own health through self-care. Living in a … [Read more...]
Brookgreen Gardens is More Than Just a Garden with Lauren Joseph, VP of Marketing
Discover the remarkable story behind Brookgreen Gardens, a place born from an incredible journey. In this episode, we're joined by Lauren Joseph, VP of Marketing at Brookgreen Gardens, to reveal how founders Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington came to call South Carolina home and how their passion blossomed into the breathtaking 9,000-acre property we know today. We'll … [Read more...]
Summer Spoonfuls: Savory Southern Staples
Below you’ll find a quintessential Lowcountry summer recipe, tomato pie. It comes direct from the legendary cookbook “Catering to Charleston: Cherished Recipes from a Premier Southern Caterer,” penned by Hamby Catering & Events Founder Frances Ellison Hamby. Tomato Pie Makes 8 servings INGREDIENTS: 1 (9-inch) deep dish pie crust, baked 3 large tomatoes, peeled, … [Read more...]
New Fare: Fresh & Frothy Goodness
Jeff’s Bagel Run Everyone loves a great bagel, and when Danielle Perera moved to South Florida from New York with her husband Jeff, she couldn’t find one that reminded her of home. She decided to do something about it, and Jeff’s Bagel Run was born. When Jeff lost his job during COVID-19, he used the spare time to start baking bagels with a recipe that felt like home. Danielle … [Read more...]
Master Baths: Royal Bathroom Renovations
When renovating a bathroom, it’s important to remember that in any interior design project, especially in a smaller space, function and refined style are twins. Lead designer Natalie Whicker at Allison Elebash Interior Design shared her insight into how she balances both. Whicker explained that every job starts with finding inspiration from nature around the home. “Whether … [Read more...]
Kitchen & Bath Directory: Everything Including the Kitchen Sink
Simplify the process of renovating a kitchen or bathroom by reaching out to the following local contractors whose mission is to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, inviting clients to enjoy the optimal Lowcountry lifestyle. Distinctive Design 1460 Mossy Branch Way Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 (843) 810-3448 Distinctive Design’s Bryan Reiss is a certified Master … [Read more...]
Beaches of Their Own: Magnolia & McKenzie Beach
Two miles north of the Hammock Coast Shops at Pawleys Island there is a stretch of land on the south side of Ocean Highway where a decrepit old building lies in ruin. If its walls could talk, the abandoned structure, surrounded by a fence and “No Trespassing” signs, would tell the stories of the McKenzie family and the unique experiences they created for Blacks during the Jim … [Read more...]
The Sleepiest Beach Town Pawleys Island: One of America’s Oldest Seaside Resorts
Pawleys Island welcomes travelers with a roadside sign claiming that the area is the “Oldest Seaside Resort in America.” While it is certainly “one of the oldest” vacation spots in the country, the declarative statement is misleading. In 1711, an early colonial settler named Percival Pawley received a royal grant of land along the Waccamaw Neck, which according to Susan … [Read more...]
Pushing the Pencil: Miss Ruby’s School Colors Outside the Lines
In 1905, Ruby Ethel Middleton was born in Charleston. After attending the Avery Institute downtown (now the Avery Research Center), she matriculated to South Carolina State College where she earned a bachelor’s degree. Not long after she began her teaching career in 1924, she married the Rev. William Essex Forsythe, who oversaw the Holy Cross Faith Memorial Church and School on … [Read more...]