Franke at Seaside has been in Charleston for 130 years and in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina for 25 years. In this episode of Mount Pleasant Podcast, Allison Macfie, Franke's Community Outreach Director chats with host Brian Cleary about Franke at Seaside and the options they offer in active living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing. Cottage homes and … [Read more...]
Beach Awareness: Be Aware of Nesting Birds This Memorial Day Weekend
This Memorial Day weekend, Audubon South Carolina urges visitors and residents to consider the well-being of South Carolina’s remarkable coastal birds as they head to the beach. Summer is nesting season in South Carolina, which means many popular beach spots are already teeming with vulnerable eggs, lively hatchlings, and protective parents. Among the many bird species … [Read more...]
Tim Myers the Owner of 1st Choice A/C, Heating, Plumbing and Gas
With 25+ years in heating and air conditioning Tim's 1st Choice A/C, Heating, Plumbing and Gas is looking to provide the best services they can ask for, on time, reliably and without trying to sell their customers things they don't need. In Charleston and Mount Pleasant you can count on 1st Choice A/C, Heating, Plumbing and Gas for A/C, plumbing, gas and heating services and … [Read more...]
Trouble in Paradise: Jimmy Buffett Concert on Daniel Island Canceled Due to Singer-songwriter’s Health Scare
Attention parrotheads, hold your salt shakers and limes because Margaritaville will have to wait. Jimmy Buffett & the Coral Reefer Band have canceled Saturday’s concert on Daniel Island amid the lead singer’s recent health problems that led to hospitalization. The cancellation was announced Thursday morning on social media by the host venue Credit One Stadium. A … [Read more...]
Cool Cocktails for Your Summer Soirée
Summer is the season for sipping satisfying spirits on the porch or veranda. We’ve curated a couple super simple favorites for you to try out at your next event. The folks at Tavern & Table were kind enough to provide the concoction for a Blood Orange Paloma, and the Minty John Daly is our editor’s favorite (and uses local Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka). Grab your shaker and try … [Read more...]
Wine Down All Summer: Looking Through Rose-colored Glasses
Rosé season is here! It’s time to explore Certified Sommelier SAVI Somm’s favorite styles from Italy, France and Spain. Wine drinkers in the U.S. have finally come to truly appreciate rosé wine, which is one of the most popular types of wine, especially during the summer months. Not only is it a light and refreshing wine that is perfect for sipping on hot days, but it is a … [Read more...]
Celebrate in Style: La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant
Cinco de Mayo is one of everyone’s favorite days of the year. We Americans don’t mind taking a reason to celebrate the day beloved to our neighbors to the south. La Hacienda in Mount Pleasant has just undergone a face lift and can’t wait for patrons to celebrate with them this time around. This local favorite opened its first restaurant location in North Charleston 30 years … [Read more...]
The Sweet Spot: Find a Little Bit of Everything at Dulce
Dulce Churros, Ice Cream and Cocktails offers a feast for the senses. This posh boutique dessert bar in Mount Pleasant is Instagram-ready. “Dulce has a little bit of everything. It makes you smile when you walk in,” said owner Yesenia Leon. “The aesthetics are great. We have a cherry blossom in the middle of the restaurant. There are two flower walls, neon writing signs and … [Read more...]
It’s Peak Picnic Season, Pack a Basket and a Blanket
Some folks say that just living in Mount Pleasant is a picnic. Others are convinced it’s also a great place to go on a picnic. Turns out, they’re both right. Picnicking is popular, particularly in the balmy days of spring. There are plenty of beautiful places to picnic, from the lush green lawns and pier at Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park to the beach at Isle of … [Read more...]
Summer Swing: Golf’s Rising Stars to Descend on Daniel Island at 75th U.S. Junior Amateur
Top tier golf talent is swinging into the Lowcountry this summer by way of a prestigious tournament that needs no introduction. Daniel Island will play host to the game’s rising stars at the 75th annual U.S. Junior Amateur Championship held July 24-29, 2023. The Daniel Island Club’s 36-hole layout will be the site for the international competition. The private club’s two … [Read more...]