Starting a jewelry business wasn’t always her planned career path, but when the opportunity to work in a family-owned jewelry store came her way in high school, Polly Moore, owner of Polly’s Fine Jewelry in Mount Pleasant, says she quickly learned it was the perfect fit. “I did the bookkeeping, and then eventually I became a buyer for the store and attended jewelry shows. I … [Read more...]

What is it like working with the Mount Pleasant community? We take pride in our community of Mount Pleasant. Our family has resided in Mount Pleasant for 32 years, and all three children attended James B. Edwards, Moultrie and Wando schools. We look forward to opening our Mount Pleasant location. You’ve been named one of the “Best Of.” What led you to your success? We are … [Read more...]

Tell us about the business. Mex 1 Coastal Cantina is the perfect surf-inspired beach bar. We serve craveable tacos, memorable margaritas and killer Mexi-Cali brunches. The atmosphere is family-friendly and laid back — a vibe that embodies the surfing and coastal lifestyle paralleled to the Baja Peninsula culture. What is your most popular item? We have a few crowd … [Read more...]

What is your most popular menu item? Our Spicy Tuna Bites starter is a fan favorite. It is a plate of multiple panko rice crostinis topped with tuna, crab, jalapeño, masago, eel sauce, sriracha and spicy mayo. A true local has to have our Local Lovers sushi roll, which has tempura lobster, avocado, crab and cream cheese. It’s topped with seared filet, wasabi aioli, spicy mayo, … [Read more...]

How did your business start? DIG Hospitality was established in 2008 with the opening of the Daniel Island Grille. Known to locals as DIG, we opened a location in historic Park Circle, DIG in the Park. What are some challenges you’ve overcome? The first challenge we faced, opening in 2008, was the economy. Daniel Island was still being developed and had a population of … [Read more...]

There is an old joke in which a man comes into a roadside inn dripping wet during a heavy downpour. When he tells the people in the lobby that it’s raining cats and dogs, a fellow responds, “I know. I was outside a few moments ago and almost stepped into a poodle.” The joke might not strike you as funny (your kids will like it), but if you ever visit Advanced Animal Care of … [Read more...]

How did your business get started? I love jewelry, and through my mother’s store, I saw an opportunity to add a jewelry and accessory line to Haven’s Furniture. A few months ago, I was able to add a candle line as well. After all, the store was named after me! What is your most popular item? I would say the most popular items are definitely my fun earrings — especially … [Read more...]

Native to the hills of High Point, N.C., it was here in the city known as the furniture capital of the world where Angie Balderson, owner of Haven’s Furniture Store and Home Décor, initially nurtured her passion for interior design and cultivated her ability to turn any home into a haven. However, it wasn’t until she began to purchase furnishings for her own home that she … [Read more...]