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Greetings Dear Visitor, It’s no surprise Charleston has been called the most beautiful city in the Southeast. Careful restoration and preservation of our historical buildings has blessed us with a palette of lovely pastels in brick and stucco on cobblestone streets and bluestone sidewalks.

From our beginnings as Charles Towne Landing in 1670, today we are a town filled with markers, monuments and commemorations.

A place of natural beauty, our beaches, plantations and gardens are beautiful spots to visit. They’re also a source of inspiration to our local artists, who fill fine art galleries with impressive sculpture and paintings of Charleston’s brilliant colors.

Local activities include fly fishing, hunting, surfing, golfing and kayaking. Those seeking a little retail therapy will love our Charleston City Market, famous King Street and other worldclass shopping options. And when it comes to dining, our temperate climate, abundant farm fields and bountiful waters inspire Charleston’s chefs to create delectable dishes.

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Historic Preservation T H E Y E A R S H AV E B E E N K I N D

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From a rough beginning as Charles Towne Landing in the 1600s, the port city was propagated by people, customs and cultures from Europe and Africa whose influences are still visible today in its architecture, traditions and arts. And it was lucky: Charleston has been hit by hurricanes, multiple wars, earthquakes and fires.

It was even spared destruction from General William Tecumseh Sherman’s infamous march to the sea during the Civil War. Today, the city sets the standard for historic preservation and restoration.

The peninsula alone has more than 3,000 historic buildings, according to the Charleston Heritage Foundation, one of the many volunteer and nonprofit groups whose mission is to preserve and restore Charleston.

When it became a municipality in 1783, the city adopted a motto that echoes its dedication to preservation: “She guards her buildings, customs and laws.” How appropriate that this statement feminizes the city, because the first real proponents of preservation in Charleston were women.

IN THE BEGINNING

The National Society of Colonial Dames of America (NSCDA) and the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) “took up the charge of stimulating interest and pride in the nation through the preservation of the city’s earliest buildings,” according to Charles Edwin Chase, former Charleston city architect and preservation officer. In 1901, the Colonial Dames acquired the pre-Revolutionary powder magazine at one of the oldest remaining structures from the permanent settlement of Charleston in 1680.

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In 1912, the DAR was concerned about the future of the Old

of authority” could enact and enforce zoning laws to regulate com-

Exchange Building, 122 East Bay Street, when there was talk that

merce, and place limits on the various use and height of buildings.

a builder was interested in the site. Their efforts succeeded in 1913

On the basis of this ruling, in 1931 Frost and the Society petitioned

when Congress authorized the secretary of the treasury “to convey,

the Charleston City Council to pass the first zoning ordinance in the

by quitclaim deed, the Old Exchange to the Order of Daughters

nation designed to protect historic resources. Together they took zon-

of the American Revolution… to be held by it as a historical

ing laws to another plateau, not just legislating structures, but declar-

memorial in trust for such use.” According to the National Park

ing an entire portion of the city to be an historic district, limiting

Service, “The motivation in both cases was the same: to acquire

design, building materials and restorations with codified law.

and preserve those buildings associated with past events which

The new ordinance designated 138 acres of the oldest buildings

would physically reflect Charleston’s contribution to the develop-

south of Broad Street as the Old and Historic District. Since 1931,

ment of the nation.”

the Old and Historic District has grown from 138 acres to more

The most prominent woman in this early preservation movement was real estate agent Susan Pringle Frost. A renowned suf-

than 1,000 acres and contains almost 5,000 structures built between 1712 and 1945.

fragette and perhaps the first woman Realtor in Charleston, Frost Her first efforts aimed to restore homes that had attained “slum sta-

THE MOVEMENT STRENGTHENS

One of the most important facets of the preservation ordinance

tus” on Tradd Street, St. Michael’s Alley and a section of East Bay

was the establishment of the Board of Architectural Review (BAR),

Street that is now known as Rainbow Row. In 1920, she formed

one of the most powerful boards in Charleston. As stated in the city

the Society for the Preservation of Old Dwellings — renamed the

zoning ordinance, the purpose of the board is “the preservation

Preservation Society of Charleston in 1957.

and protection of the old historic or architecturally worthy struc-

At this time, the U.S. Supreme Court furthered the preservation

tures and quaint neighborhoods which impart a distinct aspect to

movement with its 1926 decision in Village of Euclid, Ohio, v. Ambler

the city and which serve as visible reminders of the historical and

Realty. The court held that a local government “in a valid exercise

cultural heritage of the city, the state and the nation.”

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Since 1931, the Old and Historic District has grown from 138 acres to more than 1,000 acres.

In 1941, the Carolina Art Association undertook a survey of Charleston that was the first inventory of historic architecture of an American city. They spent three years physically viewing and documenting every one of the 1,168 buildings in the historic district. In 1944, the association published the survey in This is Charleston with text by Samuel Gaillard Stoney. This survey stood until 1974.

Historic Charleston Foundation, Inc. was chartered in 1947 and began a Spring Tour of Homes fashioned after those in other southern cities that showcased restored historic sites to visiting tourists.

In 1959, Historic Charleston Foundation began to focus on the rehabilitation of entire neighborhoods through an aggressive purchase and resale agenda. They established a revolving fund for options or outright purchase with the idea that one or two buildings successfully restored on a street would cause others to follow. And they did. The program took dilapidated — sometimes abandoned — houses and restored them as beautiful single-family homes. hensive architectural inventory, ranking of buildings and area plan. This was the first inventory taken since the 1944 Carolina Art Association effort. The National Park Services said the plan “became the centerpiece for planning and zoning efforts on the peninsula for the next two decades. It recommended a downtown revitalization strategy and stronger enforcement of building codes and height restrictions.”

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THE MODERN ERA

The most significant factor in Charleston’s restoration and revitalization in the last 40 years was the 1975 election of Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. Born in Charleston, Riley is a Citadel graduate and a lover of the arts, history and architecture — and therefore dedicated to the revitalization and economic development of his city.

In 1975, downtown Charleston was run-down; there was no high-end shopping, no fine dining and few good hotels. It was a tired city. Right from the start, Riley’s administration was aggressive and commissioned Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc. to develop a commercial revitalization plan for the historic commercial core of the peninsula. Riley envisioned a new centerpiece and building block that would be the anchor for renewing the area, keeping businesses downtown and avoiding the rush to the shopping-center suburbs so common across the country. He chose a blighted block at the most important commercial corner in the city at Market Street.

The preservationist community was split on the issue, but Riley prevailed with funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and a new 600-room hotel and retail center, Charleston Place, began the rapid, private revitalization of King, Meeting and East Bay streets.

The greatest challenge to Charleston’s preservationist revitalization came from Hurricane Hugo. In the early hours of September approaching 120 mph, affecting 85 percent of the 3,500 properties in the historic district. Immediately after the storm, a consortium that included the Preservation Society, Historic Charleston Foundation and the National Trust for Historic Preservation came together to assess the damage to the historic district. The Post and

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The BAR’s staunch efforts have ushered in the glowing renaissance of the historic district.

Courier reported that Hugo caused a total of $2.8 billion in damage

of age or older on any structures south of Mount Pleasant Street;

in the city of Charleston alone. The consortium was a clearinghouse

and any demolitions (regardless of age) within the Old and Historic

of information for property owners, suppliers, vendors and manu-

District. In addition, the BAR has jurisdiction over all structures

facturers of building materials.

included on the Landmark Overlay Properties list. If a homeowner in

The city stood by their preservationist position and refused to

the historic district wishes to paint the outside of his home, the BAR

lessen any of the historical architectural rebuilding requirements,

must approve the color. Want to fix the roof ? The BAR will tell you

enforcing all of the existing building codes. The BAR stood firm

exactly what types of shingle are allowed.

Despite the occasional resistance, the BAR’s staunch efforts have

who asked for relief from the regulations, asking to substitute the

ushered in the glowing renaissance of the historic district and won

approved building materials with less expensive materials. In his

the respect and appreciation of most Charlestonians. Riley’s dedica-

book Charleston: Guarding Her Customs, Buildings and Laws, author

tion to historic preservation also continues today and hasn’t gone

Charles Edwin Chase states: “This decision saved countless historic

unnoticed. In 2010, the American Architectural Foundation and the

buildings from demolition and inappropriate modification.”

United States Conference of Mayors created the Riley Award to

“The Hugo Effect forced urban renewal,” said Riley. “Without

recognize mayors whose commitment to excellence in urban design

any question, this city emerged from the recovery stronger, more

reflects the outstanding example set by Charleston’s own Joseph P.

beautiful and more economically vibrant than it was before.”

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Top Honors FANS ARE RAVING ABOUT CHARLESTON AND ITS TOP DI N I N G AN D SPORTS OFFERI N GS .

Once you’ve experienced Charleston, it’s hard to put a finger on the specific thing that makes it the perfect vacation destination.

Maybe it’s the Southern hospitality, the natural beauty of its tidal creeks and beaches, its award-winning cuisine, or its outstanding golf and tennis opportunities.

Really, it’s a combination of all of these things and more. Put them all together and it’s no wonder that the savvy readers of Condé Nast Traveler selected Charleston as the top American destination in the magazine’s most recent Readers’ Choice Awards.

“Charleston, South Carolina, has risen to the top,” Condé Nast Traveler Senior Editor Lisa Gil told NBC’s Matt Lauer on the “Today” show when the awards were announced. “It always hovered in Top 10, and it clinched the top spot this year. We think friendliness is the key. Southern hospitality goes a long way.”

Charleston made its debut on the magazine’s Readers’ Choice list in 1993, coming in at No. 6. For almost two decades, it held its own on the list alongside major metropolitan areas such as San it claimed the No. 2 spot behind San Francisco. Then in 2011, after more than 27,000 readers voted, Charleston finally captured the No. 1 position as the favorite of well-traveled readers — proving

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Among other accolades, Fodor’s credited “foodie-centric Charleston as leading the Southern food revival.” the city really knows how to treat its guests. Readers voted based on

Charleston as one of the Top 21 Places to Go in the World in 2012

atmosphere and ambience, culture and sites, friendliness, lodging,

— yes, the world. Charleston was the only city in the U.S. to make

restaurants, and shopping.

the cut. No New York, no San Francisco. Among other accolades,

cities,” but Southern manners were put aside at the awards ceremony in New York, when Charleston’s favorite son and Comedy

Fodor’s credited “foodie-centric Charleston as leading the Southern food revival.”

Dining is indeed one of the big reasons Charleston is at the

Central star Stephen Colbert presented the award to Helen

top of most lists. Bon Appétit magazine named Husk the Best New

Hill, executive director of the Charleston Area Convention and

Restaurant in America. Esquire named O-Ku one of the 10 Best New

Visitors Bureau, with a colorful directive to San Francisco: “Suck

Restaurants in America, and Halls Chophouse is included in the

it, you Rice-A-Roni-eating bastards.”

OpenTable Diners’ Choice Top 50 in the U.S.

This award is considered to be the “Academy Award of tour-

After indulging at the table, you might want to work it off.

ism,” but it’s far from the only award the Holy City has earned.

If you are into tennis, you’ll be happy to know Charleston was

Following on the heels of the Condé Nast award, Fodor’s Travel cited

declared the Best Tennis Town in the U.S. by the United States

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Tennis Association. Tennis magazine ranked Kiawah Island Tennis Resort No. 1 in the list of Greatest U.S. Tennis Resorts, and Wild Dunes was included in the Top 10.

In Golf World magazine’s Readers’ Choice Awards, Kiawah Island Golf Resort was selected as the No. 1 resort in the U.S., and it was voted No. 1 of the top golf destinations in North America and Europe. The Ocean Course was just ranked 25th in the Golf Digest 100 Greatest U.S. Golf Courses list and No. 4 on the Best Public Course list.

Shopping is always a favorite pastime for visitors, and downtown Charleston is ranked one of the best places to shop in America. U.S. News and World Report’s Travel named King Street one of the 10 Best Shopping Streets in the nation, along with Beverly Hills’ Rodeo Even the beaches here win awards. Kiawah Island was named No. 1 Most Romantic Beach on the America’s Best & Top Ten list, and the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association named the Isle of Palms the Best Restored Beach in America. Perhaps this is why the Lowcountry also ranks among the top spots for destination weddings.

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But art is not the only thing inspired by this multi-faceted city, which is not afraid to reveal its fun, flirty, whimsical and even utilitarian side — along with its sophistication, sense of tradition and proper Southern breeding. With a little wandering, you can discover enticing products that reflect all aspects of Charleston’s personality. It’s no wonder Charleston is also well-known for its artisans, such as the hardworking and creative people at the Charleston Farmers Market and the Charleston City Market. From soap to nuts, whatever you seek, someone is making it somewhere in Charleston. Here are some noteworthy products you’ll want to take home.

Twelve South’s BookBook combines the latest, greatest technology and gives it an Old World feel. This Mount Pleasant company makes one-of-a-kind, hardback leather cases exclusively for Apple

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that last longer than the usual few months.

You can find Cutey Booty products at Sugar Snap Pea, 161 King Street, where owner Zhenya Kuhne will help you explore products that offer function, style and pure cuteness for babies and kids. Charleston Children’s Boutique in West Ashley also carries Cutey Booty.

Rewined Candles are beautifully designed with lovely scents and all the right

Twelve South’s BookBook combines the latest technology with an Old World feel.

products, like your laptop, iPad or iPhone.

came up with one of those too-good ideas

They look like beautiful old journals, hark-

“for wine lovers, candle lovers or those who

ing back to a more genteel time. Yet at the

love all things green.” These genuinely won-

same time, they are so “today,” protecting

derful soy candles are scented with notes

your latest electronic gear from mishaps

you might pick up in your favorite wine, like

with style. These covers are also a clever

mint and grapefruit in a sauvignon blanc, or

disguise for your gadgets — it’s unlikely that

a cabernet’s black cherry and currant. The

anyone will snatch one from you or smash

candles are poured into recycled wine bot-

your car window to grab it, since it looks

tles and embellished with a chic brown label

like an old, worn leather book. BookBooks

and wax stamp. They make another perfect

can be purchased at most Apple Stores

gift and take-home from Charleston. You

nationwide, including the one right here on

can find these candles at the City Market,

King Street, and also at Chic Antiques in

Dulles Designs on Church Street and Scout

Mount Pleasant.

& Molly’s cool new shop at 377 King. Most

Cutey Booty knows there isn’t much that’s more precious than a baby’s bot-

effortlessly picked up 120 new distributors

tom, and they are capitalizing on that. The

at the Atlanta Market last January, and his

company, launched by two local moms,

next target market is the Napa/Sonoma

makes diaper covers, boxers and bloomers

wine region of California.

for babies and toddlers in the cutest, most

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likely they’ll be everywhere soon. Fetsch

On the day of the highly popular 10K

basic designs with monograms sewn right

Cooper River Bridge Run, when runners

on — where else — the booty. These are

and restaurants unite for a well-deserved

insanely clever and make great gifts. Angie

congratulatory toast, there’s no place like

Medlock and Whitney Koval thought of

Halls Chophouse for a Bloody Mary. That

everything that was missing in their own

said, sometimes you just want to have the

babies’ everyday wardrobes, like simple,

bloody things at home. When the urge

bright colors or white pieces that go with

strikes, the locally made Charleston Bloody

anything, have snaps and come in sizes

Mary Mix by local entrepreneur Ryan

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reasons to purchase. Creator Adam Fetsch

Eleuteri will satisfy your thirst. The mix can

lected from the nearby Ashepoo River. Take

be purchased at the Harris Teeter on East

a bottle home and add the gooey sweet stuff

Bay Street, as well as at many other stores

to your favorite teas, desserts or just enjoy a

in the area. It’s made with ground pepper,

spoonful of the honey on its own.

sea salt, tarragon and thyme. Rice vinegar,

We’re crazy for oysters in Charleston,

a nod to Charleston’s rice-growing history,

and the traditional oyster roasts that pop up

adds just the right tang. Choose the Original

all over town are bring-your-own-knife-and-

flavor, or live dangerously and go for Bold

glove affairs. Don’t worry if you’ve come

and Spicy. You can try it in many downtown

unprepared, though. Chris Williams makes

bars and restaurants, but be sure to take

knives that are as beautiful as they are func-

some home.

tional. His knife handles are honed from

Charleston has been charmed by a beekeeper. Ted Dennard, the founder of

abalone, antler, and bone. The blades are

Savannah Bee Company, is not only a local

handcrafted stainless steel, and the sheaths

entrepreneur, but also a nationwide suc-

are hand-sewn leather. You can find the

cess. For the past three years, Savannah Bee

Chris Williams Knife Company oyster, skin-

Company has climbed to Inc. magazine’s

ning and paring knives at The Charleston

list of the 5,000 fastest growing privately

Angler in the City Market. Keeping in mind

owned businesses. There’s a certain irony

that Charleston offers year-round world-

there, considering Dennard never expected

class fishing, you might also want to have

to make money at his passion of beekeep-

The Charleston Angler arrange your fishing

ing. When he started out giving away his

expedition while you’re shopping for cutlery.

organic honey and lip balms from the wax

Courtesy of Rewined Candles, Charleston Bloody Mary Mix

domestic and exotic woods, mother-of-pearl,

And what’s a vacation without an

of his hives as gifts to friends and family, the

indulgence or two? You can definitely feed

response was overwhelming. Everyone clam-

your craving for something decadent at

ored for more, and a business buzzed to life.

Christophe Chocolatier, whether you par-

After opening three shops in nearby

take of some chocolate truffles on the spot,

Savannah, Dennard endeared himself to

or take some home for later. Christophe

Charlestonians by planting one of his imagi-

Paume, a third-generation chocolatier

native, interactive and informative stores

from France, creates delicate hand-painted

on Lower King Street. Here, kids make a

chocolates and satisfying truffles from time-

dash for the mini-door on the beehive room

honored recipes with contemporary, fresh

while parents can participate in one-of-a-

ingredients. Some of his more whimsical

kind honey tastings, sample exquisite honey

creations are life-sized sculptures of foot-

hors d’oeuvres and luxurious body products,

balls, stiletto heels and handbags — but

and browse the beautiful bee-inspired art

don’t be fooled, they are chocolate all the

and objects from local craftsmen, potters

way. With stunning beauty and distinctive

and artists. The sweet icing on the cake is

flavors, each piece of Christophe’s chocolate

Savannah Bee’s local Charleston Honey, col-

is pure ecstasy, ideal for gifting if you can

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Newton Farms at Freshfields Village. There’s a tasty cabernet, and

Society Street where you can relax with a French press coffee and a

the bottle is adorned with a neat fishing lure. Originally created for

pastry or chocolate. There’s free Wi-Fi, so you can e-mail details of

Rebekah Stewart’s Brigadoon Lodge in the Blue Ridge Mountains of

your discoveries home and be the envy of all your friends.

Georgia, locals are glad she brought it here.

Neita Weise’s Charleston Vinaigrettes have no trans-fats, no

Hats have always been a tradition in the South, and some

sugar and no sugar substitutes. How’s that for healthy? What you

can be veritable works of art. That’s certainly the case with

get is flavorful red wine, garlic and citrus vinaigrettes in light and

the creations of Leigh Magar, who studied hat making at the

tasty blends. Clever Neita managed to turn her home recipes into

Fashion Institute of Technology in Manhattan before returning to

big sellers at Whole Foods, Dean & Deluca, and other fine grocers

Charleston to start Magar Hatworks. Magar combines traditional

and specialty shops nationwide. Here in Charleston, go to the

blocking techniques with hand stitching and an eye for one-of-

Harris Teeter or Newton Farms in Freshfields at Kiawah. You can’t

a-kind embellishment. The appeal is far-ranging; Barneys New

do better than grilled salmon that has been marinated in Neita’s

York carries Magar Hatworks. Here in Charleston you can find

Garlic Vinaigrette with some lemon and dill.

the chapeaus adorned with flowers, feathers, lace and butterflies at

For a great meal, pair that salmon with a glass of Flyline Wine.

Flyline Wine isn’t made in Charleston, but their company’s home is

Magar’s by-appointment atelier on Cannon Street.

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tage, and no one demonstrates the craft better than the weavers in

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Today source materials are considered plentiful, but access to growth areas is limited and the population of weavers is aging, making the baskets even more valuable and rare. Knockoffs are also a threat, so be sure to purchase your basket from a reliable source. As you visit the city’s markets, shops and galleries around the area, you’ll notice painters, sculptors and jewelry makers also inspired by the iconic baskets.

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Pack your camera for a relaxing tour of Charleston Harbor, or let our boats take you to Fort Sumter, one of America’s greatest historic monuments. The best way to experience Charleston!

Visit America’s Oldest Landscaped Gardens, House and Plantation Stableyards. Experience African American focus tours, nature walks and carriage tours, Garden Market and Museum Shop. Enjoy Lowcountry fare in the Restaurant.

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so every cruise is unique. Daily Afternoon Dolphin Sails and evening Sunset Sails, and monthly Moonlight Cruises. Private charters available!

Call for reservations or book online.

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SPIRITLINE CRUISES Climb aboard the Spirit of Carolina.

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Come experience America’s only tea plantation on quiet Wadmalaw Island. View acres and acres of breathtaking tea plants as far as the eye can see. Learn first-hand how tea is made during an informative factory tour, take an enjoyable ride through the tea fields and visit our unique tea gift shoppe. Charleston Tea Plantation – home of American Classic Tea – is one of America’s true treasures.

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W O RL D- CLA SS OP T IO N S O N KI N G S TR EE T. U.S. News & World Report recently chose King Street as one of the 10 Best Shopping Streets in the United States, right up there with Rodeo Drive, Michigan Avenue, Newbury Street and Fifth Avenue. The 10 Best list stated: “This historic avenue pulses with pedestrians in search of the perfect outfit or gift. Beautiful buildings house big-name brands like Apple and Banana Republic; however, it’s the number of family-owned boutiques... that really distinguishes King Street... you’ll find Southern hospitality persists year-round.”

Charming King Street is a perfect mix of nationally and internationally recognized names, like Brooks Brothers, Banana Republic, Le Creuset and Talbots, located alongside Croghan’s Jewel Box, Hampden Clothing, Bob Ellis Shoes and Seeking Indigo. In fact, the Charleston peninsula maintains a 72 percent locally owned and operated business base. That’s good news for small shops like Julia Santen’s art gallery, whose space is more suited to a vintage poster gallery than a national clothing store.

Lower King Street, also called the Antique District, is the beautiful, quiet end of the street. From Broad to Market streets, it’s the best antique shopping in the U.S. according to the readers of Travel + Leisure. You can find antiques from any period and from all over the world, but there’s a lot more to Lower King. Charming hotels, fine dining, and women’s and men’s fashion boutiques are there, as well as fine jewelry and couture cosmetics.

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Shop on the corner of King and Queen streets is home to books by every local and

Charleston version.

King Street’s Fashion District offers

regional author — and we have many.

handbags, shoes, European lingerie, top

Books by foodies Nathalie Dupree, Craig

designer fashions, jewelry and eyewear,

Deihl, Holly Herrick and the Lee Brothers

starting with the new Harleston Shoe

can be found there along with those by

Company at Market Street. Harleston

Dorothea Benton Frank, Pat Conroy and

carries couture European designers like

even our own Stephen Colbert. Books on

Nero Giardini, United Nude, Del Toro,

art, history and architecture fill the stacks,

Bruno Magli and Nando Muzi, plus

and there is a large children’s section by

British designers Terry De Havilland and

Charleston illustrators and writers. You can

Rio Ferdinand.

pick up impressionist Rick Reinert’s beautiful

Rapport is a fine women’s clothier

King Street note cards to send a message —

housed in a beautifully restored 19th-

and framable art — home.

century building. They offer a variety of

Walk north a few steps and visit Sugar

coveted women’s labels from American,

Snap Pea, the baby and children’s boutique

French and Italian designers, and boast an

that’s home to Cutey Booty, Petit Bateau,

experienced, in-house alterations team.

Tea and more great children’s clothing

Recognized by Vogue and Marie Claire

lines, toys and gear. Stop in at Joint Venture

as one of the top boutiques in the coun-

Jewelry for a vintage bauble or other fine

try, Hampden Clothing is all about fash-

piece, or a jewelry adjustment.

ion, with lines like Elizabeth and James,

Rick Reinert and Kevin LePrince main-

Rag & Bone, NAHM, Alexander Wang,

tain their gallery and studio at 179 King,

A.L.C., Opening Ceremony, 10 Crosby,

which is right across from the spectacular

By Malene Birger and Yigal Azrouël.

Audubon Gallery, where you can linger

Scout & Molly’s Boutique of

with the wildlife paintings of John James

Charleston is a new addition to the

Audubon. Progressing up the street, just

Fashion District, with Gypsy 05, Fifteen-

next to Brooks Brothers, Cos Bar is the

Twenty, Shae, Henry & Belle and AG

place to pick up the high-end cosmetics you

Ballard. They offer cool and trendy jew-

left at home or have always wanted. Roberto

elry and accessories, excellent service and

Coin’s beautiful Italian jewelry boutique is

wardrobe advice, and something for every

across the street and steps from the fascinat-

woman. Our favorite Rewined Candles

ing Savannah Bee Company. Children love

are there, too.

Savannah Bee’s hive room, women love the bath and body honey, and everybody

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Bits of Lace’s boutique offers fine lingerie, sexy bras, panties and thongs, as well

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King Street’s Fashion District offers handbags, shoes, European lingerie, jewelry, eyewear and so much more. as sleepwear, custom corsets, beautiful robes and teddies. Eres’ Paris

Southern Tide, Smathers & Branson, 7 For All Mankind and many

swimwear collection arrives at Bits of Lace just in time for resort

more excellent lines for men.

No shopping venture is complete without visiting 100-year-old family treasure Croghan’s Jewel Box. Every Charleston male knows every Charleston female wants a piece from Croghan’s.

For three generations Bob Ellis Shoes has featured top design-

The Finicky Filly is a lovely women’s wear shop. Owned by mother and daughter team Judy Casey and Rebecca Steinberg, the Finicky Filly features luxurious clothing that will suit women of any age.

On Wentworth, just steps from King, you’ll find Sam’s Closet.

Look for on-trend classics in this quaint off-King store. Bradshaw,

ers like Stuart Weitzman, Manolo Blahnik, AGL, Donald J Pliner,

Sam’s miniature labradoodle, will greet you at the door, and a help-

Prada, Jimmy Choo, Pas de Rouge, Tory Burch, Cole Haan and

ful staff will care for you while you check out local clothing and

Santoni, to name a few. Also a third-generation Charleston busi-

jewelry designers, under $100 finds, and exclusive labels from New

ness, M. Dumas & Sons is where you can find Vineyard Vines,

York, Atlanta and Los Angeles.

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works of fine Italian artisans is made available to the American market. There are handmade goods linked to antique traditions in furniture making, ceramics, blown glass, marble, wrought iron and paper stamping. Beautiful trompe l’oeil panels can be painted to order; the Countship can even create your own heritage china. There’s much history in the two-story showroom. Ask for a tour of the upstairs museum and learn all about it.

UPPER KING STREET AND BEYOND

No shopping trip is complete without a visit to Upper King Street. Historically the area has been called the Design District, but today it’s a vibrant destination for food, from casual cupcakes to the finest steaks, sushi, Thai and farm-to-table offerings anywhere. Upper King also has jewelry and fashion shops, art galleries and spas.

Seeking Indigo is a 6,000-square-foot urban oasis on Upper King Street that combines a unique retail store with a wellness center and spa. You can enjoy yoga classes, Pilates, detox treatments, biofeedback, therapeutic massage therapies and organic facials. Shopping is excellent with art, jewelry, fashion and if you’re lucky you’ll be in town for one of their vintage cowboy boot extravaganzas.

Find your Gucci, Tory Burch, Chanel, Michael Kors and all the great designers at Butterfly Women’s Consignment Boutique. Local in-the-know fashionistas pop in regularly to find wearable treasures in perfect condition at a fraction of the regular price.

For more consignment treasures, The Trunk Show on Meeting Street is just a block east on King. Not only will you find couture, vintage and designer clothing, shoes and accessories for women, The Trunk Show also offers estate jewelry, men’s accessories, china, crystal and sterling.

If you love art, Charleston’s French Quarter is for you. From Broad Street to Market Street, Meeting Street to East Bay, our many galleries present endless options for fine art, funky paintings, sketches, sculpture and photographs. Take a look at Lowcountry

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VILLAGE FOR EVEN MORE SHOPPING. Freshfields Village is a perfect mix of high-end shops, businesses and restaurants located at the crossroads of Kiawah, Seabrook and Johns islands.

Kiawah Fine Jewelry offers exclusive brands like Mikimoto, Breitling, Michele and Omega watches, and Hearts on Fire. Born from the premier family jeweler in Aruba, St. Maarten and St. Kitts, with some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest brands, they also offer the largest in-store selection of GIA-Certified diamonds and natural fancycolored diamonds in the Lowcountry, as well as their own line of micro-pave jewelry designs.

The Resort Shop brings fashions selected from the leading designers in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s apparel market, including Eileen Fisher, Vince, Velvet, Ella Moss, Bailey 44 and many more, to Freshfields Village.

The emphasis at The Resort Shop is exceptional service, selection and quality. Women of any age can find a wardrobe in The Resort Shop, and their friendly staff will help advise, fit and delight.

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The Resort Shop brings fashions selected from the leading designers in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s apparel market.

Owners Dave and Shirley Shaw have more than 20 years of retail experience on the islands.

Tommy Bahama by Palmetto Island brings the full Tommy Bahama apparel line including swimwear, eyewear and footwear for both men and women. A wide variety of accessories, including belts, handbags, fragrances, watches, luggage, hats and ties, awaits the Tommy Bahama fan. and all sorts of sports gear and clothing for everyone. Newton Farms offers extraordinary gourmet foods, fresh meat and seafood, cut flowers, wine and beer, made to order sandwiches, and

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great catering. If it’s serious libations you’re after, BC Liquors and Wines is in Freshfields Village, too. Have breakfast at Vincent’s Soda Fountain, lunch at the King Street Grille and for dinner, French cuisine at Hege’s.

Freshfields Village is a community center as well, with visits by the Charleston County Bookmobile, seasonal festivals and concert series, starlight cinema screenings and a summer farmers market.

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Summerville was founded in the 1600s when settlers sailed up to the headwaters of the Ashley River, past the plantations, and found a refuge from the summer heat. The pine trees that provided the seasonal protection became so important to the area that in 1848 an ordinance was passed restricting the cutting of trees.

Once called The Flowertown in the Pines, Summerville features municipal and private gardens, architectural beauty, arts, sports and culture that make it a great place to visit or to live.

Start your Summerville shopping outing at the Central Avenue boutiques, walk the shops on Main Street, check out Richardson Avenue and be sure to admire the many historic homes in the area.

If you’re lucky, you’ll be in historic downtown Summerville during their monthly party. Every third Thursday of Square, the park in the center of downtown, becomes a venue for music and art with alfresco dining and family-friendly outdoor entertainment.

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BITS OF LACE FINE LINGERIE

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Find unique gifts and accessories, tasteful items for you or your home, the best toy and collar selections, and the finest all-natural dog and cat food.

Bits of Lace Fine Lingerie is Charleston’s bra fit specialist with sizes ranging from 28AA-46H. Our boutique offers sexy lingerie, elegant sleepwear, silks, cottons, custom designed corsets and Eres swimwear.

A celebrated Southern institution and, for years, a first name in Charleston shopping. Today, its reputation continues to precede itself as a fullservice shoe salon selling top-shelf labels.

40 Archdale St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-723-1579 alphadogomegacat.com

302 King St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-577-0999 bitsoflace.com

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A fun, fashion-forward women‘s consignment boutique offering upscale authentic brand label clothing, shoes, handbags and accessories for every occasion at fun, fantastic prices!

482 King St. Charleston, SC 29403

Athletic, Outdoor, Casual and Dress Footwear… For The Islands. All of your favorite footwear for men, women and children, all in one great location. Over 30 fabulous footwear brands of athletic, outdoor, casual and dress footwear.

625 Freshfields Drive Johns Island, SC 29455

Men’s and Women’s Relaxed Apparel … For Your Island Life. We offer the best men’s and women’s brands on the Islands: Nic + Zoe, Escapada, Karen Kane, Island Company, Lacoste, Tori Richard, Betsey Johnson and more!

644 Freshfields Drive Johns Island, SC 29455

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843-768-1992 coastalpalmsapparel.com

ALPHA DOG OMEGA CAT Charleston‘s exclusive boutique for people who like to indulge their pets.

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CROGHAN’S JEWEL BOX Celebrating over 100 years on historic King Street, Croghan‘s Jewel Box provides personal service and worldrenowned quality jewelry, estate and antique finds, and gifts to satisfy your every need.

308 King St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-723-3594 croghansjewelbox.com

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THE FINICKY FILLY The Finicky Filly is a lovely women’s wear shop nestled in the heart of downtown Charleston on the famed and historic King Street. It proudly features luxurious clothing that will suit women of any age.

303 King St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-534-0203 thefinickyfilly.com

FRESHFIELDS VILLAGE Freshfields Village is a perfect (and perfectly charming) mix of shops, businesses and restaurants set in a timeless and peaceful setting designed to evoke an era of days gone by.

149 Village Green Lane Johns Island, SC 29455

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Graffito sells jewelry from some 35 designers, local and international alike.

We also offer a beautiful selection of art, handcrafted gifts, women‘s boutique items and even antiques. It is an exciting mix of old and new in a contemporary setting.

151 East Bay St. Charleston, SC 29401

Recognized by Vogue and Marie Claire as one of the top boutiques in the country, Hampden has cuttingedge American and European designer clothing, high-touch customer service and an inviting atmosphere.

314 King St. Charleston, SC 29401

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HAMPDEN CLOTHING Recognized by Vogue and Marie Claire as one of the top boutiques in the U.S., Hampden has all of the edge you’d expect with the Southern charm you desire. Hampden has hard-to-find designer clothing and the best service.

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ninja shoe gnomes, whose tastes’ are known to be impeccable throughout this galaxy. It’s a Charleston must-see for shoes from around the world.

and fashion. We have chosen quality artisan-made goods linked to historic traditions, still produced today with the same authenticity and ability.

314 King St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-724-6373 hampdenclothing.com

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A local, family-owned luxury jewelry and watch boutique. Authorized Breitling, Tag Heuer, Omega, Mikimoto, Hearts on Fire, Tissot and Michele retailer. Also provide watch and jewelry repairs.

Since 1917, three generations of this family-owned retailer have outfitted the modern Southern gentleman.

Catering to local and national clients, find classic and unexpected selections from the best names in men‘s fashion.

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Located in historic downtown Charleston, Paulo Geiss Jewelers offers designer jewelry and Forevermark diamonds. Enjoy exceptional service as you shop for the perfect piece of jewelry.

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RAPPORT Charlestonâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s boutique for timeless elegance from the beach to the ballroom. Rapport is built on the relationship between a woman and her personal style â&#x20AC;&#x201D; where one comes not only to shop, but to be dressed.

THE RESORT SHOP Brings fashions from leading designers, including Eileen Fisher, Vince, Velvet, Ella Moss, Bailey 44, and more, to guests. We feature an expertly edited collection in a classic environment.

ROBERTO COIN BOUTIQUE The cutting-edge technology used in creating the Primavera collection results in a lightweight and flexible jewelry collection. Wear one or a stack of six.

Available in 18-karat rose, yellow or white gold, with or without diamonds.

235 King St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-727-0088 rapportcharleston.com

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SAM’S CLOSET Sam’s Closet offers on-trend classics and unique styles. From humble beginnings as a “traveling boutique” in 2009, you’ll love the welcoming atmosphere of its quaint, slightly offKing Street store.

SAVANNAH BEE COMPANY A specialty honey- and beeswaxbased body care company established in Savannah, Ga. Come by our King Street location to experience our signature honey tasting and try our allnatural body care products.

SCOUT & MOLLY‘S A women‘s boutique that makes

72 Wentworth St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-737-5470 samsclosetonline.com

216 King St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-722-5664 savannahbee.com

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SEACOAST SPORTS AND OUTFITTERS Your Premier Sports and Outfitters Shop on Kiawah and Seabrook Islands.

We have what you need for golf,

SEEKING INDIGO An urban oasis offering art, music, home, fashion and a state-of-the-art wellness center. Featuring unique yoga-inspired jewelry, exclusive designs and treasures from afar. Call

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tennis, fishing and more, including apparel, footwear and equipment.

585 Freshfields Drive Johns Island, SC 29455 843-768-8486 seacoastsports.com

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looking fabulous easy. We specialize in personal, friendly, courteous and knowledgeable staff that will make sure that you will always look and feel your best!

about our $30 Wellness Sampler.

“Skatell” her you love her with a heartfelt engraving, a special stone or a custom-designed mounting to your exacting standards. We can custom make any design.

445 King St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-725-0217 seekingindigo.com

1798 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29407 843-763-8925 skatells.com

Graffito sells jewelry - mostly contemporary from some 35 designers, local and international alike, also art, handcrafted gift, womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boutique and even antiques. It is an exciting mix of old and new in a contemporary setting, at a variety of price points.

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signature store featuring all of the latest men’s and women’s apparel and accessories from Tommy Bahama!

An affordable alternative to acquiring elegant designer clothing for women and men, fine furniture, estate jewelry, accessories and refined vintage clothing and jewelry.

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615 Freshfields Drive Charleston, SC 29455 843-768-8487 palmettislandapparel.com

281 Meeting St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-722-0442 trunkshow@earthlink.net

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European Flair J UST AS SPRING COMES TO A CLOSE, SP OLETO FESTI V AL U SA OPE N S I N C HARLESTO N. For 17 days and nights at the end of May, Charleston’s historic theaters, churches and gardens are filled with the sounds and visuals of this world-renowned performing arts festival.

Now in its 36th year, the festival was founded in 1977 by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Gian Carlo Menotti as the American counterpart to the Festival dei Due Mondi (Festival of Two Worlds) in Spoleto, Italy. Menotti searched for a city that was as charming as Spoleto and had the availability of intimate theaters, churches and open-air performance spaces. Charleston was the ideal location; no other place in America offered the complete package, where the festival could envelop the city and provide such a knowledgeable and appreciative audience.

Historic Charleston’s preserved architecture and outdoor venues lend the perfect setting for the festival’s diverse performances.

After all, Flora, the first opera performed in America, was held here at the Dock Street Theatre, the first building in the colonies built exclusively for theatrical performances. Charleston was also home to the first ballet company in America and currently has the oldest musical organization in the country, the St. Cecelia Society, which was founded in 1766. Typically opening the Friday before Memorial Day and continuing through June, the Spoleto Festival presents more than 100 ticketed performances in opera, theater and dance, and chamber, symphonic, choral, jazz and pop music.

WORLD-CLASS PREMIERES

Internationally recognized as America’s premier performing arts festival, Spoleto Festival USA has presented more than 200

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The Spoleto Festival presents more than 100 ticketed performances in opera, theater, dance, and symphonic, choral and jazz music.

In theater, Dublin’s Gate Theatre returned to Charleston with

include: Creve Coeur by Tennessee Williams; The American Clock by

Noël Coward’s Hay Fever, a delicious send-up of bohemian eccentrics

Arthur Miller; Peter and Wendy by Lee Breuer; and The Mechanical

that has been called “one of the most perfectly engineered comedies

Organ by the Nikolais Dance Theatre. World-renowned artists that

of the century” by The Times of London. There was also the physical

performed here before they achieved international fame include

theater of Traces, a wickedly cool cabaret-circus that deftly weaves

Renée Flemming, Emanuel Ax, Joshua Bell, Yo-Yo Ma, the

together snippets of the performers’ personal narratives with uncan-

Emerson String Quartet and Jean-Yves Thibaudet.

ny acrobatic twists and bends that are not familiar to most humans.

The tradition continued in 2012 with the American premiere

Over the 36 years of the festival, the Grammy award winners

of the opera Kepler by Philip Glass. Sam Helfrich directed and

who have graced the stage here are too numerous to mention. If

Resident Conductor John Kennedy conducted Glass’ creation,

you attended the festival in the last few years, perhaps you saw Bela

which produces a majestic celestial sound as it explores the vision-

Fleck, Karrin Allyson, Dianne Reeves, Westminster Choir College,

ary dreams and prosaic nightmares of Johannes Kepler, the

or any other number of performers that collectively have won more

groundbreaking astronomer and mathematician who imagined “a

than 20 Grammy awards. This past year, KD Lang and Mavis

continuous heavenly music only perceived by the mind.”

Staples were among the headliners.

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78 Street Theatre, “a fitting complement to the world’s best musicians. The acoustics in the newly renovated theater remain at the top of the list of local venues for music.

Clarity and volume, with little reverb or reflections, plus top-down frequency reproduction, are the theater’s hallmarks.”

Geoff Nuttall, founder of St. Lawrence String Quartet, returned in 2012 to lead the chamber music program. As first violinist of this world-renowned foursome, he has performed more than 1,500 concerts throughout North and South America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Here in Charleston, Nuttall welcomed the return of many internationally celebrated musicians, including pianist Stephen Prutsman, who was recently appointed artistic director of the Cartagena International Festival of Music, and has been described as one of the most innovative musicians of his time. Cellist Alisa Weilerstein also joined Nuttall, along with violinist Jennifer Frautschi.

THE LITTLE SPOLETO

The City of Charleston’s Department of Cultural Affairs holds a parallel and complementary Piccolo Spoleto Festival, which brings another 700 cultural and performance events to the greater Charleston area. Focusing primarily on artists of the Southeast region, Piccolo Spoleto hosts 700

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events in 17 days, transforming Charleston

Chamber music is one the most

into an exhilarating celebration of per-

popular genres of Spoleto Festival USA,

forming, literary and visual arts. Piccolo

with more than 30 performances a year,

Spoleto’s traditional program offerings

many twice daily. The Bank of America

include visual arts exhibits, classical music,

Chamber Music concerts are described as

jazz, dance, theater, poetry readings and

“the heart and soul of the festival,” and

many children’s activities. Many of Piccolo

always feature a rotating roster of musi-

Spoleto’s events are free, but most music

cians and 11 different programs performed

and theater productions are ticketed events

at the historic Dock Street Theatre. Music

that are generally less expensive than those

critic William Furtwangler called the Dock

at Spoleto Festival USA.

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MUSICAL FEAST

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Art and Inspiration L I K E A D I A M O N D, C H A R L ES TO N ’ S A RT

S C E N E H A S M A N Y FAC E T S .

Charleston’s natural and architectural beauty inspires creativity in artists of every discipline. Local visual artists express their unique perspectives in paint, sculpture, fabric and photographs. Traveling artists come to Charleston just to soak up some of the inspiration and return home forever changed by time spent in the Lowcountry.

Browsing Charleston’s highly diverse art galleries will give you a sense of Charleston’s sophistication and complex personality, but be forewarned. You are very likely to fall in love with an artistic treasure here and just have to take it home.

Rick Reinert is an award-winning artist who doesn’t have to provided me with the ultimate reference library. I believe that it is possible to study painting for a lifetime and never have to venture more than one square mile for constant challenges and a wealth of subject matter,” Reinert says. “Every day offers unique and exciting opportunities for the artist who follows the light.”

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Take home works of art that serve as reminders of Charleston’s architecture, streets and skylines.

Reinert’s impressionist style lends itself well to the architecture of downtown Charleston. The Lower King Street studio/gallery he shares with artist Kevin LePrince is a beautiful indoor/outdoor space, giving him endless opportunities to explore and experience the colors, moods and atmosphere of his surroundings. Charleston textures are sand and sea, stucco, brick and wrought iron, canvas awnings, bluestones and cobblestones. Rick Reinert’s textural paintings capture all the above with playfulness, drama and bold strokes of color. If you want to take home a work that serves as reminder of Charleston’s architecture, streets, skylines and sense of place, you’ll find none better.

Kevin LePrince is more likely to incorporate birds and dogs, fish and frogs, scenes from a fox hunt, and other activities inspired by relationships in and around nature. His titles are clever, such as A Seasoned Fisher, A Good Listener, A Little Nosey and Life in the Sticks, which all apply to birds.

Like studio-mate Reinert, LePrince is an impressionist. He incorporates bold strokes and a tighter color palette than most, collections all over the world. Modestly, he calls himself an oil painter. Spend time in his gallery and you’ll call him a master.

Charleston’s skies have long inspired artists with a palette of colors you don’t see anywhere else. Visitors have become residents once seduced as the bright blues, purples and pinks in our sunrises

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which creates his recognizable style that has charmed its way into

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ocated in the in the heart of Charleston’s antique district, The Audubon Gallery offers the finest antique natural history art and limited-edition fine art prints, as well as antique decoys, contemporary bird carvings, southern and sporting art. We feature a large selection of works by Audubon, Besler, Redouté, Clark, Benson, Hutty, Verner and many others.

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and sunsets. Artist Lese Corrigan channels those colors into wide daubs of texture in skies full of clouds. Visit the Corrigan Gallery at 62 Queen Street to see her playful, colorful pieces, expansive collection of work and a bevy of other Charleston artists who are also represented there.

Carolina Clay Gallery at Freshfields Village takes Lowcountry art 3-D with one of the largest and most beautiful collections of pottery and clay sculptures in the region. “The pottery is made by men and women who are continuing a 200-year-old tradition in the Carolinas,” owner Janet Sbihli explains. The gallery offers the perfect example of how differently artists interpret the local influences.

Lowcountry artist Kelly Thiel, represented at Carolina Clay Gallery, discovered her gift for sculpture during a class at Charleston’s Gibbes Museum. Marty Celum Biernbaum was inspired by kayaking and hiking, both plentiful in the area. Susan Gregory’s memories of her South Carolina childhood include large grassy fields, stormy ocean waves and friendships with the roots of canopied oaks. She translated that inspiration to her Eudorabora Pots, as beautiful as they are functional. Betsey Wall Carter also studied at the Gibbes, establishing herself as a master at clean lines and simplicity of form. If you look at the colors in her vases, bottles, plates and teapots, you’ll see the blues, greens, browns and yellows of the Lowcountry.

Inspiration can come from a wide range of places, and there’s no point in being provincial when it comes to art. That may leave you pondering, what do muralist David Boatwright, the South Carolina Watermedia Society and Polaridad Complementaria, an exhibition by 23 acclaimed Cuban artists, have in common? They have all been shown at Charleston’s City Gallery on Waterfront Park. Six to eight exhibitions run throughout the year, and the gallery strives to present unique artists and art not generally part of the Charleston art landscape. Set in one of Charleston’s most beautiful locations, you’ll be drawn to the gallery for its exhibitions, then linger in the harbor where park benches are plentiful and children play in the fountains. The City Gallery is at 34 Prioleau Street in the French Quarter area of the city.

It’s no wonder that from Gallery Row on Broad Street to Michael Mitchell’s eclectic gallery representing more than 30 artists on Upper King, Charleston is the place to discover the art collector within you.

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Mark Your Calendar C H A R L E S T O N A R T S & C U LT U R E E V E N T S WEEKLY EVENTS

Charleston Farmers Market Find a great selection of fresh produce from our local farmers, and arts and crafts from our talented artists every Saturday from 8 a.m.

MONTHLY EVENTS

2nd Sunday on King Street On the second Sunday of each month King Street closes to vehicles from Queen Street to Calhoun. From 1 to 5 p.m., visitors enjoy music, art, shopping and dining. 2ndsundayonkingstreet.com Art Walks Art Walks take place the first Friday of each month on Gallery Row and Lower King Street from 5 to 8 p.m. The French Quarter, located between S. Market and Tradd streets, holds their Art Walk seasonally in March, May, October and December from 5 to 8 p.m.

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to 2 p.m., from April thru December in Marion Square.

ANNUAL EVENTS

Piccolo Spoleto Festival

Upper King Design District Fall

January

piccolospoleto.com

Design Walk (Third Thursday in October) upperkingdesigndistrict.com

Charleston Restaurant Week charlestonrestaurantweek.com

September Charleston Restaurant Week

Coastal Carolina Fair

charlestonrestaurantweek.com

(October/November) coastalcarolinafair.org

Preservation Society of Charleston

November/December

February

Fall Tour of Homes

Holiday Festival of Lights

Southeastern Wildlife Exposition

(September/October)

ccprc.com

sewe.com

preservationsociety.org

Lowcountry Oyster Festival charlestonrestaurantassociation.com

Charleston Christmas Tree Lighting March

Moja Arts Festival

and Festival of Boats

BBT Charleston Wine & Food Festival

(September/October) mojafestival.com

(First Saturday in December)

charlestonwineandfood.com

charlestonarts.com October

Charleston Fashion Week

Southern Living Taste of Charleston

Christmas on King Street

charlestonfashionweek.com

charlestonrestaurantassociation.com

christmasonkingstreet.com

Historic Charleston Foundation Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens (March/April) historiccharleston.org Charleston Symphony Orchestra League Designer Showhouse (March/April) csolinc.org Cooper River Bridge Run & Taste of the Race bridgerun.com Charleston International Antique Show historiccharleston.org April Upper King Design District Spring Design Walk (Third Thursday in April)

Michael Meseke

upperkingdesigndistrict.com May/June Spoleto Festival USA spoletousa.org

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AUDUBON GALLERY The only local gallery that specializes in the finest Natural History and Sporting Art from the 17th to 20th centuries including a magnificent selection of Audubon’s Birds of America.

CAROLINA CLAY GALLERY

CORRIGAN GALLERY

Located at Freshfields Village, Carolina Clay Gallery has one of the largest collections of beautiful Carolina-made pottery, glass, copper frogs and other art.

We are establishing the traditions of the future by loving the old and creating the new. Contemporary paintings, photographs and fine art prints for seasoned and new collectors.

Charleston, SC 29401 843-853-1100 audubonart.com

565 Freshfields Drive Johns Island, SC 29455 843-243-0043 beautifulpottery@aol.com carolinaclaygallery.com

JULIA SANTEN GALLERY

JULIA SANTEN GALLERY

Southeast’s preeminent vintage poster dealer, Julia Santen Gallery deals in original poster art dating from 1890 to the 1960s. Guaranteed to be authentic — no reprints or reproductions!

188 King St. Charleston, SC 29401

What do Elvis Presley, Vargas pinup gals and Moet & Chandon Champagne all have in common?

They all can be found — in poster form that is — at the Julia Santen Gallery.

PURE THEATRE “Charleston‘s celebrated acting ensemble, next door to the city’s best restaurants and bars.” PURE has been continually praised for its commitment to quality and unyielding drive for excellence.

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REINERT LEPRINCE FINE ART

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The beautiful indoor/outoor Reinert LePrince Fine Art space serves as both a working studio and gallery for artists Rick Reinert and Kevin LePrince. Open daily 10-5.

Reinert LePrince Fine Art Gallery is located at 179 and also functions as a studio for artists Rick Reinert and Kevin LePrince.

Meet the artists. Watch the painting. Take home a beautiful piece of artwork.

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Delectable Dining SOME OF THE BEST CHEFS IN THE COUNTRY

W O R K T H E I R M A G I C I N T H E LO W C O U N T R Y. As Charleston is to fish, Muse is to Mediterranean, and Chef Howard LaFour is the creative genius that links them together.

Order the catch of the day and you might get a dreamy corvina with celeriac puree, lightly smoked sunburst squash, baby zucchini and grape tomatoes, but only if everything is impeccably fresh.

You might find a perfectly grilled local mahi-mahi with heirloom tomatoes, arugula salad, watermelon radishes, embellished with a Parmesan frico and local honey vinaigrette.

Halls Chophouse on Upper King Street is one of the city’s most popular restaurants. The Hall family brought fine traditional steak house fare to Charleston with four-star service and capital “A” atmosphere. Chicago’s Allen Brothers’ steaks are aged to order under the meticulous directives of Executive Chef Matthew Niessner, who also creates imaginative seafood dishes, sides and salads. There is an extensive bourbon list, fine wines by the bottle or glass, traditional cocktails, and decadent desserts. Best of all, there’s always a Hall on duty, sometimes the whole family, to greet you warmly and ensure that all your needs are spectacularly met.

Mercato is plush, beautiful, trendy and chic. The food is just what you’d expect from such a fine atmosphere, classic Italian with locally sourced ingredients, wonderful pastas, and hearty lamb, pork, veal and prosciutto dishes. In the Italian tradition, the chef will create imaginative specials that are as beautiful as they are delicioso.

Mercato also boasts one of the town’s great bars.

Circa 1886 is tucked away behind the Wentworth Mansion just west of King Street. Both are serious award contenders regionally and nationally. Chef Marc Collins puts a healthful, distinctive spin

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on classic Lowcountry dishes, keeping freshness and creativity first

with a poached cage-free egg. Creative and seasonal, sustainable eat-

and foremost. Reading the menu is almost as good as eating the

ing are what keeps Wentworth Grill at the top of everyone’s list.

Everyone knows Chef Sean Brock’s McCrady’s is a nationally

ley paint, clam nage and topped with spicy paprika bubbles. Try to

renowned, award-winning restaurant. Brock has received numerous

resist the Crispy Triple Chocolate Bread Pudding with pomegran-

James Beard awards, Best of Charleston awards, and OpenTable

ate lacquer, passion fruit mousse, Johns Island honey and macada-

and Food Network citations. McCrady’s is one of the finest restau-

mia nut milkshake. See what we mean?

rant experiences in Charleston. You can order a la carte, prix fixe

The Wentworth Grill is tucked into a corner of Charleston’s

or have the experience of a lifetime with the Chef ’s Tasting Menu,

Renaissance Hotel, the quietest busy spot on the peninsula. The chef

where nine to 12 exquisite courses will be served to your table with

gives a respectful nod to Southern food with specialties like a crab

Sommelier-paired selections for a food lover’s dream meal.

cake and fried green tomato appetizer, a hearty house smoked and grilled pork chop, and shrimp and South Carolina’s Adluh Mills grits

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The location says casual, but the menu definitely says fine dining. Water’s Edge on beautiful Shem Creek serves classic Southern

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Chef Marc Collins at Circa 1886 puts a healthful, distinctive spin on classic Lowcountry dishes.

choices with more than a hint of gourmet.

Fried Chicken stuffed with smoked Gouda,

Try the Crispy Flounder that is scored

spicy collards and country ham, and

whole and served with a mango sweet and

drizzled with Texas Pete hot sauce. Try the

sour sauce. The Crispy Duck Salad with

Shrimp & Grits with blue crab gravy, or

baby spinach greens, blue cheese, cranber-

Sweet Tea Glazed Salmon with candied

ries, pecans and port wine vinaigrette is

lemon and mint risotto. Poogan’s is in a

delightful. They also serve a succulent slow-

beautiful old homestead on lovely Queen

roasted, bone-in prime rib that’s worth a

Street, fresh, pretty and comfortable. Ask

return trip or two.

about Poogan’s interesting history.

Celebrities, politicians, visitors and

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The Library Restaurant at the Vendue

locals have loved Poogan’s Porch for almost

Inn is a charming place. Breakfast, tea or

four decades. Lowcountry favorites like

dinner in the tiny space is always fresh,

Buttermilk Fried Chicken are side by side

creative and delicious. Now close your eyes,

on the menu with Chef Daniel’s Plantation

take a bite and dream of Charleston.

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Casual and Funky Dining CHARLESTON BOASTS SOME OF THE FINEST

R ESTAURANTS AND MOST TALENTED CH EF S. You can find casual and funky spots here without sacrificing a great dining experience. Pimento cheese, macaroni and cheese, fresh local shrimp, she-crabs, and fried green tomatoes are must-have ingredients on the Lowcountry menu, especially the casual one.

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downtown since 1986, when the cousins turned the family’s 1800sera dry goods business into Charleston’s busiest restaurant. It’s also the most original, with heart pine floors, old English brick walls, original oyster mortar and a sense of humor. There are kitschy souvenirs and tasty take-home products in the General Store, but the real appeal is the food. It’s good, it’s plentiful and there are a lot of choices. Try the Crispy Flounder with apricot chutney. Don’t miss the Fried Green Tomatoes and Buffalo Oysters.

The oldest family-owned restaurant in Charleston, Old Towne Grill and Seafood, has been operated by the Fokas and Ferderigos

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Hyman’s Seafood and Aaron’s Deli have been on Meeting Street

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families since 1972. It’s great Greek food, a nice casual spot for a

savoring every last bite. Located on historic Shem Creek in Mount

cocktail and conveniently located across from Charleston Place on

Pleasant and Bohicket Marina in Seabrook Island.

King Street. Try the famous Greek Chicken. If you’re a chicken

Chucktown Tavern is at the quieter end of Market Street just

liver lover, you found your livers here. The chicken soup is also fan-

west of Charleston Place. Everything is made fresh to order, very

tastic; everyone orders a cup.

gourmet, and burgers don’t get any better anywhere else in town.

Enjoy salads, sandwiches and dinner specials, and you might even

Charleston Crab House offers rooftop dining in their City

hear a little karaoke. Prices are family friendly and there’s always cold artisan beer on tap. Try this: the Fort Moultrie Palmetto

Market location and waterfront dining on the Intracoastal

Pimento Burger, with its half-pound of Angus beef stuffed with

Waterway in their James Island location. It gets better from there.

house-made pimento cheese and jalapeños. It’s served with really

The local owners are community folks who know where to get the

good fries and house-made coleslaw.

best fish. Both locations are casual and the seafood is fabulous. Try

Juanita Greenberg’s on Upper King Street is a local favorite. The

the traditional Lowcountry Boil with South Carolina shrimp, pota-

food is fresh, unique Mexican: burritos, tacos and enchiladas. There’s

toes, corn on the cob and sausage.

an outdoor patio and the best ‘ritas in town. The Grandma’s Patron

Founded by Mount Pleasant native Lewis Hughes “Red”

blends Patron Silver tequila and Grand Marnier, and the Texas

Simmons as an icehouse for local shrimpers and fishermen, Red’s

Grandma uses Sauza Gold. Juanita’s is as fun as it is funky. Try the

Icehouse offers up homegrown seafood. From shrimp and fish to

Black Bean Nachos: crispy flour tortillas topped with Monterey Jack,

oysters and scallops, their “keep it simple” mantra will have you

cilantro, tomatoes and red onions, and assembled on a pizza pan.

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Southern Living Magazine, Readers Poll Survey: Out of 18 states from Delaware to Florida to Texas, Hyman’s rated #1 in the Southeast, 9 years running. Food Channel Network: Listed in the Top 5 in “The Best Seafood” category. Post and Courrier: Hyman’s is part of Charleston as Charleston is part of Hyman’s. A definite must stop.” NY Times: “Great Southern cuisine with impeccable service.” Tavel & Leisure: “One of the more fascinating eating establishments in our trip through the Southeast”. Atlanta Journal: “Definitely tops in town, no fancy sauces or the like, just great food at even better prices.” Raleigh News & Observer: “Hyman’s is the exception to the rule that seafood must be pricey to be good – excellent food in a casual atmosphere.” Charlotte Observer: “When in Charleston, you’ve missed out if you don’t find the opportunity to try Hyman’s Seafood & Aaron’s Deli.” Harvard Business School: Hyman’s was used a s a case study on how to run a successful service-oriented business. Post & Courier: ★★★★ Food, ★★★★ Value, ★★★★ Service. “When a good seafood dinner is in order, there’s no doubt Hyman’s Seafood is the place.” Delta Sky Miles 2006: “One of the Top 5 best seafood restaurants in the nation.” RoadFood.com: Top 5 on East Coast. Good Morning America: Most courteous staff. AAA, Mobile Guide, Condé Nast, Frommer’s, Fodor’s, Michelin Guide, Lonely Planet & Moons Approved.

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Jack’s Cosmic Dogs can be found in Mount Pleasant, Folly Beach and West Ashley. It’s one of Charleston’s treasures with rocket ships and robots, Grape Nehi, draft root beer, Jack’s Sweet Potato Mustard and fresh-cut fries cooked in peanut oil. Jack’s Cosmic Dogs received national fame when Food Network’s Alton Brown said, “Jack’s serves up the best hot dogs I’ve ever had — ever!” Try the Galactic Dog with chili, cheese, blue cheese slaw and spicy mustard.

For down-home Southern food, head to Virginia’s on King.

Recipes are based on the Bennett family’s Sunday dinners dating back to the 1930s. Staples include fried chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans and new potatoes, squash casserole, and the Bennett family favorite: Virginia’s Baked Macaroni and Cheese. All you could ask from a Southern menu in a casual, but smart, setting.

Virginia’s also features a nice wine and cocktail selection, and friendly service.

INTERNATIONAL TASTES

More food for thought: Tommy Condon’s is Charleston’s favorite Irish pub, offering bangers, corned beef and cabbage, fish and chips, and shepherd’s pie. Add a Southern twist and you can get fresh and delicious shrimp and grits, crab cakes, she-crab soup, and fried green tomatoes.

A.W. Shuck’s offers alfresco dining in the City Market and the freshest mussels, oysters, shrimp and clams, plus house-made soups and sauces, all in a casual setting. Save room for the Peach Bourbon Bread Pudding or homemade Snickers Pie. For a healthy option, Patat Spot Friet & Falafel on George Street is a special place. Phillis Kalisky Mair and husband Jeff make their falafel from an Egyptian recipe incorporating fava beans, fresh mint, parsley and cilantro. It’s addictive. All the condiments and sauces are house made. While soccer plays on the TVs, try their mystery beer, you’ll love it.

USA Today called Bocci’s one of the leading Italian restaurants in the U.S. They offer fresh salads, paninis and calzones, and pastas of all sizes, shapes and sauces. The evening menu gets very interesting with Duck Tuscano, Veal Saltimbocca, Teresina Manicotti, Ravioli Arrabiata and Gnocchi Bolognese, all in a come-as-you-are setting with attentive service and a more than competent wine list.

All this and so much more can be found in casual, comfortable and funky Charleston — bon appétit!

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Everyone raves about our history, natural beauty and Southern friendliness, but those aren’t the only categories where Charleston ranks high. Our cuisine draws accolades from around the world, and you’ll find so many award-winning restaurants here that the options will seem endless. Travel + Leisure magazine recently called Charleston “America’s Favorite City.” Condé Nast Traveler readers gave us their No. 1 City award. According to Fodor’s, “foodie-centric Charleston” is a leader in the Southern food revival, and The New York Times reported: “Charleston is one of the great eating towns of the American South.” We agree.

Like other culinary destinations, such as New York and San unusual number of locally owned and operated restaurants. The Art Institute of Charleston and Trident Technical College offer top culinary programs that add graduates to the food pool, and our former Johnson & Wales University affiliation left us many talented chefs and restaurateurs.

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Known for its great food, drinks, fun and historic atmosphere, Queen Anne’s Revenge (named after the flagship vessel of the notorious pirate known as Blackbeard) is truly one of Charleston’s ‘must-visit’ restaurants, proudly offering a world-class array of great steaks, seafood, sandwiches, salads and much more.

Featurning a significant display of AUTHENTIC PIR ATE ARTIFACTS On Daniel Island next to the Hampton Inn

QAREVENGE.COM / 843.216.6868

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T H E C U I S I N E , R E VO L U T I O N A R Y. Built in 1778, the building that houses McCradyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s embodies southern glamour in a modern age.

Please join us for a dining experience from Chef Sean Brock, winner of the James Beard Best Chef Southeast award.

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Today, it is consistently called on as a favorite destination for both locals and visitors, but three centuries ago 82 Queen Street was part of the original Charles Towne Landing. From the home of a Barbadian immigrant, to enduring wars and natural disasters, 82 Queen Street was reborn as one of Charleston’s most celebrated restaurants.

In 1982, three restaurateurs had a vision to provide a uniquely Charleston dining experience with a focus on fresh, local cuisine and gracious hospitality. They had the perfect setting consisting of three buildings and a garden courtyard nestled in the Historic French Quarter, but they could not agree on a name. Founding partners Harvey Poole, Joe Sliker and Chef Steve Kish decided to simply use the street address as the name: 82 Queen.

Feeling that there was a portion of Charleston’s culinary heritage that was being overlooked, 82 Queen’s original menu featured dishes influenced by the African, French, Caribbean and Anglo-Saxon tastes that once permeated the area. The fusion of these culturally diverse flavors led to the rise of a culinary genre that had previously been undefined — it is now referred to as Lowcountry cuisine.

Celebrating its 30th anniversary, 82 Queen is still known for its gracious Southern hospitality and fresh local cuisine. Amongst the many fine dining establishments offered throughout Charleston, 82 Queen has not only held is own, but continues to earn recognition, having been voted Best City Restaurant by the readers of Southern Living magazine multiple times and receiving Wine Spectators’ Award of Excellence for five consecutive years.

At a young 27 years old, Executive Chef Steven Lusby is proudly carrying the 82 Queen tradition into the next thirty years. His menus feature dishes that are prepared simply with local ingredients. Embodying the history of the Holy City and the cuisine of the Lowcountry, this history address is sure to be around for another 300 years.

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149 Wentworth Street (at Smith Street) Downtown Charleston, SC A seasonally-focused fine dining restaurant located on the grounds of the Wentworth MansionÂŽ.

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Monday thru Friday for Happy Hour on the Creek from 4 til 7 pm

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Happy Hour—$1.50 select domestic beer, $2.50 house drinks — ½ price bar menu.

No visit to the Lowcountry is complete without indulging in a delicious creekside dining experience at Water’s Edge.

Chef/Owner Jimmy Purcell brings his unique style to a savory blend of seasonal menu selections that complement the natural beauty of Shem Creek. Both create a personalized, relaxed waterfront atmosphere.

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MUSE Restaurant & Wine Bar A Food & Wine Odyssey 100 Wines by the Glass Late Night Weekend Menu Outdoor Dining Customized Wine Tastings

Dinner Daily: 5 ~ 10pm

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EXECUTIVE CHEF SEAN BROCK MCCRADY‘S 2 Unity Alley, Charleston, SC 29401 843-577-0025

EXECUTIVE CHEF MARC COLLINS

ŕŜŜŚ 149 Wentworth St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-853-7828

EXECUTIVE CHEF GRAHAM DAILEY PENINSULA GRILL 112 N. Market St., Charleston, SC ŖŝŘœŕ ņ ŜŘŗōśŖŗōœśœœ

Executive Chef Marc Collins brings a fresh, creative approach to presenting Charleston cuisine. His cuisine is influenced by the ingredients and cooking styles that were found in homes around Charleston during the turn of the 20th century. Chef Collins continually strives to be original in both his food preservation and recipe

Executive Chef Graham Dailey brings his enormous talent and passion to Peninsula Grill. He spent several years under the tutelage of Chef Anthony Bourdain and graduated from Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. He was chef de cuisine at Peninsula Grill in 2004 and executive chef in 2011. His exquisite, modern Southern cuisine is defined by

adding in heart and soul.

development.

high quality and fresh ingredients.

EXECUTIVE CHEF DANIEL DOYLE POOGAN‘S PORCH

CHEF MICHAEL ELLIS A.W. SHUCK‘S SEAFOOD

72 Queen St., Charleston, SC 29401 843-577-2337

RESTAURANT AND OYSTER BAR 70 State St., Charleston, SC 29401 843-723-1151

EXECUTIVE CHEF BEN ELLSWORTH MERCATO 102 N. Market St., Charleston, SC ŖŝŘœŕ ņ ŜŘŗōśŖŖōŚŗŝŗ

Chef Michael Ellis was raised on farm fresh Southern cooking with an emphasis on Lowcountry seafood.

After attending a high school culinary arts program, he attended Sinclair College. He served in the military, and after several years in various states and restaurants, he returned to his Southern roots and joined A.W. Shuck’s as Assistant General Manager/Chef.

Executive Chef Ellsworth began cultivating his interest in food and cooking as a teen. In 1998, he attended Johnson & Wales University and apprenticed at several popular Charleston establishments. Ben joined the team at Mercato in 2006. In 2010, Ben took over as executive chef, where his creatively blends traditional Italian-American and regional cuisine.

Executive Chef Sean Brock is the award-winning chef manning the kitchens at both McCrady’s and Husk.

The 2010 James Beard winner for “Best Chef Southeast” was also profiled in Esquire’s “Best and Brightest” that same year. He’s spearheading a Southern culinary revival by mixing his modern skills with classic recipes, heirloom varieties of meat and vegetables, and

Executive Chef Daniel Doyle prepares delicious Lowcountry cuisine daily at Poogan’s Porch. Signature Poogan’s Porch dishes remain a fixture on the menu, but Doyle is transforming the restaurant with his twist on traditional Southern food. Doyle enjoys using fresh, local ingredients and Southern staples differently than patrons have experienced before, keeping guests excited about Poogan’s menu.

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CHEF EDMOND FLOYD HYMAN‘S SEAFOOD 215 Meeting St., Charleston, SC ŖŝŘœŕ ņ ŜŘŗōśŖŗōŚœœœ Chef Edmond Floyd has been with Hyman’s Seafood for 25 years. In fact, Aaron Hyman brought Chef Floyd on board in 1986. Today, he is an integral part of the restaurant’s continued growth and success. Floyd is part of one of Charleston’s busiest kitchens, one The Atlanta Journal-Constitution describes as, “Definitely tops in town.

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Chef Garrigan has always had an appreciation for simple food done right. A graduate of the Art Institute of Atlanta, the El Paso native has worked in some of the South’s best restaurants.

At Tommy Condon’s Irish Pub, he takes an inventive approach to Irish Pub Fare, combining the flavors of

This Lowcountry native learned how to make bona fide Southern food while working in Charleston. A graduate of Johnson & Wales University, he joined Husk’s sister restaurant, McCrady’s, in 2003. With his love for pork, Grimes helped elevate McCrady’s charcuterie program. At Husk, he continues to source local heirloom varieties of meat, vegetable and grains. He’s

food at even better prices.”

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passionate about his craft.

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After graduating from Johnson & Wales, Chef Hedlund became executive chef at Dewees Island.

He later became chef de cuisine at 101 Pitt. At Fleet Landing, he blends Southern Florida and Lowcountry seafood. He prides himself on using the techniques he gained from culinary school and his travels to combine ingredients from both regions.

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Howard La Four, born in Singapore, commenced his career in New Orleans working under Rene Bajeux at Rene Bistrot. He then relocated to Washington, D.C., to work at Le Paradou before working for three years at Citronelle under Michel Richard. He moved to Charleston to become sous chef at Cypress, and in 2011 he brought his classical training and creativity to Muse.

145 Wappoo Creek Dr., Charleston, ŖŝŘœŕ ņ ŜŘŗōśŖŗōŕŕřŕ Chef Larymore was introduced to the restaurant industry at age 16 in his family’s restaurant where he learned all the tricks of the trade. He moved to Charleston in 2003 to attend college and joined Crab House in 2006. His passion for food has helped create a unique dining experience. He has helped develop signature dishes, including our world-famous “Crab House” Crab Pot.

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EXECUTIVE CHEF STEVEN LUSBY 82 QUEEN 82 Queen St., Charleston, SC Ĺ&#x2013;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x201C;Ĺ&#x2022; Ĺ&#x2020; Ĺ&#x153;Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x203A;Ĺ&#x2013;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x203A;Ĺ&#x2122;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x2022;

CHEF FRANK MCMAHON HANKâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 10 Hayne St., Charleston, SC 29401 Ĺ&#x153;Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x203A;Ĺ&#x2013;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x203A;Ĺ&#x2DC;

EXECUTIVE CHEF MATTHEW NIESSNER HALLS CHOPHOUSE Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ&#x2DC; &+$ 1Ĺ&#x201E;Ĺ&#x2026; % /)"01,+Ĺ&#x2026; Ĺ&#x2013;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x201C;Ĺ&#x2022;

A fourth generation of culinary excellence, Steven Lusby has been with 82 Queen since 2006 and was promoted to Executive Chef in 2010.

He is a graduate of Johnson & Wales and has a secondary degree in Small Business Entrepreneurship. Steven leans toward simple Southern, wellprepared creations, preferring local, seasonal ingredients that support the

Chef McMahon hails from Ireland, where both his parents were chefs.

Upon graduating from the Culinary Institute of America, he worked at Le Bernardin in NYC and then at Opus in LA. He moved to Charleston in 1994 to become executive chef at Restaurant Million and McCradyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. In 1999, he opened Hankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seafood as

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a modern interpretation of a classic Charleston fish house.

Culinary College, he offers international and classical American cuisine.

EXECUTIVE CHEF DAVID PELL VIRGINIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;S ON KING 412 King St., Charleston, SC 29401 Ĺ&#x153;Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x203A;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ&#x2122;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x2122;Ĺ&#x153;Ĺ&#x201C;Ĺ&#x201C;

EXECUTIVE CHEF/OWNER JIMMY PURCELL WATERâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;S EDGE Ĺ&#x2022;Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x201C;Ĺ&#x203A; %/&*- , 1 +"Ĺ&#x2026; ,2+1 )" 0 +1Ĺ&#x2026; Ĺ&#x2013;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x201C;Ĺ&#x2022; Ĺ&#x2020; Ĺ&#x153;Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x153;Ĺ&#x153;Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x201C;Ĺ&#x203A;Ĺ&#x2DC;

After graduating from the University of South Carolina, he attended Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ă&#x2030;cole GrĂŠgoire-Ferrandi/Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ă&#x2030;cole SupĂŠrieure de la Cuisine Française in Paris. Upon moving to Charleston, he joined 39 Rue de Jean as executive sous chef and later joined sister restaurant Coast Bar & Grill as chef de cuisine.

He oversees culinary operations and

Chef Purcell, a native Charlestonian, has created a menu that appeals to every taste bud with fresh local fish, prime rib and many more Lowcountry dishes. The wine list boasts over 450 selections of affordably priced wines from around the world. Waterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Edge is the only restaurant in Mount Pleasant to be awarded Wine Spectatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Award of Excellence every year.

farm-to-table philosophy.

EXECUTIVE CHEF JOHN O'BRIEN BOCCIâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Ĺ&#x2022;Ĺ&#x2122;Ĺ&#x153; %2/ % 1Ĺ&#x201E;Ĺ&#x2026; % /)"01,+Ĺ&#x2026; Ĺ&#x2013;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x201C;Ĺ&#x2022; Ĺ&#x2020; Ĺ&#x153;Ĺ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x203A;Ĺ&#x2013;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ?Ĺ&#x2022;Ĺ&#x2022;Ĺ&#x2122;Ĺ&#x2022; Chef John Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien began his career as a dishwasher at age 14, where he was exposed to the chaotic symphony that is food and beverage â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a career path that suited his eccentric personality.

For 10 years, John worked at a variety of establishments as a line cool while he earned his degree at Johnson & Wales University. After working as a sous chef, he accepted the executive chef position at Bocciâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

CHEF PROFILES

menu development for both.

Chef Niessner has directed the culinary operations at Halls Chophouse since 2009. Before he served as executive chef at The Sanctuary, Chef Niessner spent time in some of the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest restaurants. A 1987 graduate of the prestigious Baltimore International

EXECUTIVE CHEF BRENT QUIGGLE QUEEN ANNE‘S REVENGE 160 Fairchild St., Charleston, SC ŖŝŘœŕ ņ ŜŘŗōśŖŗōŕŕřŕ Executive Chef Brent Quiggle has over two decades of vast culinary experience and talent in a variety of locales from New York to Finland, California and Georgia. In 2001, Charleston, S.C., became his home when he opened Queen Anne’s Revenge on Daniel Island. Quiggle features several Lowcountry favorites, premium steaks and fresh local

EXECUTIVE CHEF JUDE WAGNER THE LIBRARY AT VENDUE INN 19 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC ŖŝŘœŕ ņ ŜŘŗōřśśōśŝśœ

Chef Robinson is a 1991 Graduate of Johnson & Wales University in Providence, R.I. Robinson’s career spans 27 years and includes experience in upscale hotels and beachfront resorts. He credits his travels through Germany, Switzerland and the Czech Republic in teaching him “the proper food and techniques

Born into a family with a passion for food and entertaining, Chef Wagner studied culinary arts at Paul Smith’s College. He spent the first decade of his career with Levy Restaurants where he traveled across the country. Now the executive chef of The Library at the Vendue Inn, Chef Wagner and his team hand-select ingredients from local purveyors and create dishes that

involved for preparation.”

are both hearty and unique.

J. Kevin Foltz

seafood with daily specials.

EXECUTIVE CHEF JEFF ROBINSON SAFFIRE RESTAURANT AT THE CHARLESTON MARRIOTT HOTEL 170 Lockwood Blvd., Charleston, SC ŖŝŘœŗ ņ ŜŘŗōśŖŗōŗœœœ

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82 QUEEN. 843-723-7591. 82 Queen St.

CHARLESTON CRAB HOUSE. 843-795-

Celebrating 30 years, Executive Chef Steven

1963. 145 Wappoo Creek Dr., James Island.

Lusby continues “reconstructing the South”

“Family-owned for 20 years and still crackin,”

with gracious hospitality and fresh, local

BOCCI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT. 843-

Charleston Crab House restaurants serve the

cuisine. Enjoy lunch, dinner, weekend brunch

720-2121. 158 Church St. Located in the

best seafood and good times in Charleston.

in 19th-century dining rooms or the brick

heart of the historic Market area, Bocci’s

Open year-round, the Crab House serves lunch

courtyard. Featuring authentic Lowcountry

serves the finest Italian food in a casual,

and dinner seven days a week. Both indoor

cuisine: award-winning she-crab soup,

comfortable and quaint setting. A favorite

and outdoor seating is offered, and banquet

Lowcountry jambalaya, shrimp and grits, crab

among locals, the chefs of Bocci’s are

rooms are available upon request for special

cakes, and others. Southern Living and Wine

known for their authentic specialties, which

occasions. Visit the Crab House on James

Spectator awards confirm us as one of the

include fresh pastas, homemade sauces, veal,

Island for waterfront dining or Charleston’s

most affordable fine dining establishments.

chicken and seafood. When combined with

historic Market Street for outdoor patio dining.

Located downtown.

an excellent wine list, a variety of gourmet

Reservations recommended. Find us on

82queen.com

coffees, and desserts to die for, Bocci’s

Facebook (Charleston Crab House) or Twitter

delivers an Italian dining experience on par

(@ChsCrabHouse).

with New York’s Little Italy! Newly renovated

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second floor is great for parties up to 50.

Lunch and dinner served daily: lunch 11 a.m., dinner 4:30 p.m. boccis.com A.W. SHUCK’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT AND OYSTER BAR. 843-723-1151. 70 State St. Charleston’s original raw bar and

CIRCA 1886. 843-853-7828. 149 Wentworth St.

restaurant right on historic Market Street.

Circa 1886 is a fine dining restaurant located on

We have a selection of the best seafood in

the grounds of the beautiful Wentworth Mansion.

Charleston, including award-winning stuffed

A Forbes Four Star and AAA Four Diamond

shrimp, the Lowcountry’s best she-crab soup

restaurant, Circa 1886 serves seasonal cuisine

and seafood casserole that’s a legend among

with local ingredients and Southern flavors. Marc

locals! Our fresh-off-the-boat fish specials

Collins, executive chef for more than a decade,

will please any palate, available grilled,

puts his own forward-thinking, healthful spin on

broiled, fried or blackened. Shuck’s is also

BOONE HALL FARMS MARKET.

traditional Lowcountry dishes and the result is

the place to buy the unofficial souvenir of

843-856-8154. 2521 Highway 17

food that is modern, light and comforting. The

Charleston, our famous John Carroll Doyle

North. Located on the site of an old

restaurant’s historic architecture and elegant

T-shirts. Our newly renovated restaurant

packing facility, Boone Hall Farms Market

interiors promise diners a true Charleston dining

is perfect for the entire family. Large party

specializes in a full line of locally grown

experience. Located in downtown Charleston.

space available. Lunch and dinner served

South Carolina produce, meats, fresh

Open Monday–Saturday, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

daily beginning at 11 a.m.

local seafood and specialty products.

Reservations suggested.

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family’s lifelong dream. This AAA Four Diamond

Restaurants in America by Bon Appétit magazine.

restaurant offers prime steaks from Allen

Transforming the essence of Southern food,

Brothers and specialties created from local

Husk’s kitchen reinterprets the bounty of the

and sustainable seafood, along with signature

surrounding area and redefines what it means

desserts and an assortment of wines, all served

to cook and eat in Charleston. Voted ”2011 Best

CUPCAKE. 843-853-8181. 433 King St. “The

in a visually stunning, energetic environment.

New Restaurant“ by Southern Living magazine.

best cupcakes in America!” Cupcakes are sweet

Open for dinner seven nights a week 4 p.m.–

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and delicious — tiny works of art that bring back

until…. Late-night bar menu and late night bar.

the delights of childhood. Second location:

Sunday brunch served 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Belle Hall Shopping Center in Mount Pleasant.

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HYMAN’S SEAFOOD COMPANY. 843-7236000. 215 Meeting St. A Hyman establishment since 1890, Hyman’s Seafood is a MUST when visiting the Lowcountry. Reviewed by over 30 national publications and voted No. 1 seafood HANK’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT. 843-

restaurant in the Southeast by Southern Living

723-FISH (3474). 10 Hayne St. Overlooking

magazine nine years in a row. Enjoy our relaxed

FLEET LANDING. 843-722-8100. 186

City Market and located in a turn-of-the century

atmosphere and menu featuring extensive

Concord St. Perched over Charleston Harbor

warehouse, Hank’s Seafood is modeled after

shellfish selections and eight to 15 different

in a 1940s naval building, Fleet Landing is

the great 1940s Charleston fish houses. The

fish selections to choose from daily. Complete

the peninsula’s finest family-friendly “maritime

relaxed and convivial atmosphere serves as a

dinners from $9.95 served fried, Cajun, light

chic” casual seafood restaurant. Diners enjoy

backdrop to Chef Frank McMahon’s seriously

Cajun, Caribbean jerk, steamed, broiled or dry

waterfront views from the wrap-around deck

Southern fish and local seafood classics,

broiled. Lunch and dinner served seven days a

or dining room. Fleet Landing features Chef

as well as innovative seasonal specials. The

week from 11 a.m. until….

Hedlund’s Southern seafood fare, regional

old-fashioned, saloon-style bar attracts a

hymanseafood.com

favorites, sandwiches and salads, juicy burgers,

sociable crowd nightly, not to mention the

and more. Enjoy our full bar and outstanding

wildly popular “community table.” A Top 10

wine list. Lunch and dinner served daily. Brunch

favorite on TripAdvisor and OpenTable, and

served Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.

named Best Seafood Restaurant by Charleston

to 3 p.m. Reservations recommended and

City Paper 13 years running. Dinner nightly.

complimentary parking is offered.

hanksseafoodrestaurant.com

fleetlanding.net

THE LIBRARY AT VENDUE INN. 843-5777970. 19 Vendue Range. Surrounded by historic Charleston, both hotel guests and locals savor the elegance and sophistication in this decidedly Lowcountry restaurant. This historic dining spot has entered a new era HUSK RESTAURANT. 843-577-2500. 76

with Chef Jude Wagner creating culinary

Queen St. Now you can experience the newest

magic utilizing the bounty of the Lowcountry

offering from James Beard Award-winning Chef

in each dish. Fresh. Local. Innovative. Open

HALLS CHOPHOUSE. 843-727-0090. 434

Sean Brock of Neighborhood Dining Group’s

for dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 5:30 p.m.

King St. Family owned and operated, Halls

McCrady’s in historic downtown Charleston.

Reservations suggested.

Chophouse is the culmination of the Hall

In 2011, Husk was named one of Best New

vendueinn.com

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122 is simultaneously refined and relaxed. The menu combines the very best Lowcountry produce and seafood with the finest MERCATO. 843-722-6393. 102 N. Market

ingredients, flown in daily from around the

St. Overlooking the historic City Market,

world. Enjoy Chef Graham Dailey’s innovative

Mercato offers a stylish, sensual and lively

cuisine in the stylish and elegant dining

atmosphere. The sophisticated décor features

room or the romantic and intimate courtyard.

an expansive marble bar, Italian leather

Hailed by Bon Appétit, Travel + Leisure,

LOWCOUNTRY BISTRO. 843-302-0290. 49

banquettes and crimson-hued Venetian

New York Times and Martha Stewart herself.

South Market St. Lowcountry Bistro, aka LB’s,

plaster walls illuminated by the glow of vintage

Located in the Relais and Châteaux Planters

brings the history, flavor and charm of its sister

Murano chandeliers. Chef Ben Ellsworth

Inn. Reservations coveted.

restaurant, 82 Queen, around the corner to 49

prepares traditional Italian-American cuisine,

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South Market. LB’s is the perfect place to enjoy

including housemade pasta, artisanal pizza

a casual mix of simple Southern and comfort

and classic regional favorites. The two-level

foods, and extensive wine, beer, and cocktail

restaurant provides live jazz entertainment

offerings. LB’s offers affordably priced fresh,

performed by local musicians seven nights

seasonal, local cuisine. Dining on two floors

a week. Enjoy a hand-crafted cocktail or

and the newly restored piazza overlooking the

glass of vino at the spirited bar, then relax

Market Street Shopping District.

in the quiet, seductive upstairs dining room.

lowcountrybistro.com

mercatocharleston.com

POOGAN‘S PORCH. 843-577-2337. 72 Queen St. Tucked away on charming Queen Street, Poogan’s Porch is one of Charleston’s oldest independent culinary establishments and offers a fresh approach to Lowcountry cuisine. Since opening in 1976, Poogan’s Porch has become a favorite of tourists and

MCCRADY’S. 843-577-0025. 2 Unity Alley.

MUSE. 843-577-1102. 82 Society St.

locals alike who rave about this Southern

“The atmosphere is historic. The cuisine,

Tucked away in a historic home downtown

institution. Recognized by Martha Stewart

revolutionary.” Built in 1778, the building

is Muse, a cozy favorite in Charleston. Here

Living, Wine Spectator and The Travel Channel,

that houses McCrady’s embodies Southern

local ingredients are melded with the flavors

this beautifully restored Victorian house is

glamour in a modern age. McCrady’s once

of the Mediterranean, featuring fresh fish

the perfect Southern spot for lunch, dinner

served as a charming reprise for Charlestonians

and seafood, savory meats, homemade

or brunch. Whether you live just around the

after the Revolutionary War. Join us today

pasta and salads, plus 100 selections of wine

corner or are visiting Charleston, you’re always

for an award-winning dining experience

by the glass. Outdoor dining and private

welcome at Poogan’s Porch.

representing the best of new Southern cuisine.

dining are available, and a late-night menu

poogansporch.com

Only at McCrady’s can you enjoy an array

is served on weekends.

of flavors and styles of wines from handfuls

charlestonmuse.com

of regions with excellent presentation, price and service. A full bar is complemented by an expanded wines by the glass or a half bottle selection, and our “small plates“ menu offers an assortment of intriguing appetizers. Various artists are featured in the wine bar every several

PENINSULA GRILL. 843-723-0700.

QUEEN ANNE’S REVENGE. 843-216-

months. Open seven days a week. Located off

112 N. Market St. A seamless marriage of

6868. 160 Fairchild St. The pirate-themed

East Bay Street, between Queen and Broad.

cosmopolitan accents and Charleston

Queen Anne’s Revenge serves up premium

mccradysrestaurant.com

gentility, the ambience of Peninsula Grill

steaks, seafood and Lowcountry classics in a

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relaxed family-friendly atmosphere with indoor

Welcome aboard the best time on the water.

a.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturday supper from 3 to 10

and outdoor seating, a full bar, and a diverse

SpiritLine Dinner Cruises depart from Patriots

p.m.; Closed Sunday evenings.

selection of beer and wine. The first full-service

Point Maritime Museum in Mount Pleasant, a

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restaurant to operate on South Carolina’s

five-minute drive from downtown Charleston.

Daniel Island, a 4,000-acre oasis of creeks and

There is a fee to park. Boarding for the dinner

marshlands, Queen Anne’s Revenge was named

cruise begins at 6:30 p.m., departs at 7 p.m.

after Blackbeard the pirate’s famous ship. One of

and returns at 10 p.m.

the largest collections of authentic pirate artifacts

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WATER’S EDGE. 843-884-4074. 1407

in the country is housed inside the dining rooms

Shrimp Boat Lane, Mount Pleasant. Cooking

to educate and entertain guests of all ages.

is sometimes described as both an art and a

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science. Water’s Edge believes it’s more of a TOMMY CONDON’S IRISH PUB &

craft and takes pride in bringing guests the tastes

SEAFOOD RESTAURANT. 843-577-3818.

and textures of the Lowcountry with a liberal

160 Church St. Located one block from the

selection of appetizers, entrees and daily Chef

historic Market area, Tommy Condon’s is a

Specials. They offer the most comprehensive

longtime Charleston tradition. Here you’ll find an

wine and Champagne list in Mount Pleasant.

experience crafted after a true Irish pub offering

Join us for Happy Hour Monday–Friday from 4

SAFFIRE RESTAURANT AT THE

an atmosphere appropriate for families, couples

to 7 p.m. Lunch served inside and outside daily

CHARLESTON MARRIOTT HOTEL.

and folks just looking to hoist a pint! The food

11 a.m. to 5 p.m., dinner 5 p.m.–until, serving

843-723-3000. 170 Lockwood Blvd. Saffire

is excellent, ranging from Lowcountry fresh

late nights Friday and Saturday. Serving Sunday

Restaurant located inside the Charleston

seafood, to great steaks, to the all-American

brunch and dinner at 11 a.m. Brunch ending at 3

Marriott has a contemporary setting

hamburger. Lunch and dinner are served daily

p.m., dinner served until….

that is inviting to locals. The ambience is

beginning at 11 a.m. Dining is available in the

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comfortable for groups and gatherings.

pub or on our outdoor deck. Live Irish music

Saffire seamlessly blends global and Southern

Wednesday to Sunday nights. Large party space

cuisines with an imaginative interpretation

available for up to 100 people.

using healthy, locally grown and sustainable

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ingredients. Our professional, energetic and knowledgeable staff will assist you in wine selections from our seasonally inspired menu.

Open seven days a week. Serving breakfast, WENTWORTH GRILL AT RENAISSANCE

lunch and dinner. Hours 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. marriott.com/chsmc

CHARLESTON HISTORIC DISTRICT VIRGINIA’S ON KING. 843-735-5800. 412

HOTEL. 843-534-0300. 68 Wentworth St.

King St. Virginia’s on King is a collection of

Savor the experience. Fusing the freshest

family recipes and Southern cooking traditions.

ingredients with creativity and Southern flair,

This Lowcountry dining spot, specializes

the culinary team at Wentworth Grill hand

SPIRITLINE DINNER CRUISES. 843-722-

in upscale Southern cuisine prepared with

crafts delightful entrees, enticing appetizers and

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the freshest local ingredients. The classic

desserts prepared from scratch. Pair these with

Concord St., Suite 201. Turn any night into a

Charleston-influenced interior and the aromas

specialty cocktails and notable wines in a warm

special occasion. Picture a fabulous gourmet

of home cooking inspire all of the comforts

bistro environment that sets the stage for its

dinner and first-class harbor views mixed with a

of a traditional Southern kitchen. At the heart

noteworthy brunch and highly coveted fireside

little dancing and entertainment. Now picture it

of Virginia’s you will find gracious hospitality.

dinners. Come discover why Renaissance Hotels

aboard our flagship yacht, the Spirit of Carolina.

Serving breakfast, dinner, supper and brunch.

are known for their culinary expertise and style.

Mahogany bars, two dance floors, observation

Open Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.;

Reservations are preferred but not required.

deck and a jovial crew. A night to remember.

Saturday and Sunday brunch served from 10

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Courtesy of Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Tee Time CHARLESTON LEADS THE W AY W ITH

C HA M PIONSHIP LINKS AND TOURNA M ENTS .

The Lowcountry’s grasses, trees, sand, marshes, ponds, rivers and ocean views provide a spectacular backdrop for some of the best golfing in United States. And that’s quite fitting, since Charleston is considered by many to be the earliest home of golf in the country, dating back to a 1743 shipment of 96 golf clubs and 432 golf balls that arrived in the city from Scotland. Records of that shipment, to a Mr. David Deas, predate the first permanent golf club in Yonkers, N.Y., by 145 years. So you might say Charleston has been ahead of the game for quite some time.

Today, Charleston is home to more than 20 golf courses that are meticulously maintained, offering exceptional variety and challenge for players of every level. The moderate weather allows play all year with costs from $40 to $400 per round, with slightly higher rates in the spring and fall. The area’s natural beauty has inspired renown golf course architects, including Pete Dye, Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent Jones, Arnold Palmer and Tom Fazio. And they’re not the only ones drawn to this area. Amongst the natural beauty of Charleston and its amazing golf courses, you may encounter unfettered wildlife, from eagles and egrets to armadillos and alligators, so make sure to keep an eye out while you’re on the greens!

If you’ve come to test your skill, play where the pros play: The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island ($280–$390), which was ranked 25th in Golf Digest’s 100 Greatest U.S. Golf Courses. The Ocean Course has 10 holes bordering the Atlantic, more ocean-side holes than any other course in the Northern Hemisphere. Designed by Pete Dye, The Ocean Course hosted the 1991 Ryder Cup and the 2012 PGA Championship in August 2012. Dye’s design elevated

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126 the entire course so that there are fantastic

Winds. Crooked Oats ($90–$160), designed

views of the Atlantic from every hole. Just

by Robert Trent Jones Sr., serves as a

keep in mind that the winds coming off the

golfer’s journey through old and twisted

ocean can alter your shot by as much as

live oaks. However, there are only six holes

eight clubs, depending on the day.

with water hazards, so the average golfer

four other courses that are a pleasure to

$160) is 6,800 yards from the tips, and is

play: Turtle Point, Osprey Point, Oak Point

extremely tight with narrow fairways and

and Cougar Point. Turtle Point ($150–

tough greens.

$250), designed by Jack Nicklaus, is a favor-

Golfers may encounter unfettered wildlife, from eagles and egrets to armadillos and gators.

Dunes Resort with two demanding and

of its narrow fairways, small greens and

beautiful courses, the Links Course and

strategically placed water hazards. You

the Harbor Course, both designed by Tom

have to play smart here and strive for great

Fazio. The Links Course ($100–$190), one

accuracy; players not driving the ball well

of the few true links courses in America,

will have a long day. Turtle Point rated a

has been characterized as: “Holes so natu-

near perfect 4½ stars in Golf Digest’s 2006

ral in their appearance that they look as if

Best Places to Play guide.

Fazio merely built a tee at one end and a green at the other.” The Harbor Course

designed as a private club by Tom Fazio

($75–$125) is just 6,400 yards, but accuracy

and is very playable for the average golfer.

is a premium. The par-5 first hole will get

The course features four large, natural

your attention with water all along the left,

lakes, fingers of saltwater marsh and dense

out-of-bounds to the right and a green

maritime forests of live oaks, pines, palmet-

tucked in a lagoon. You will have fun.

tos and magnolias. Osprey Point is ranked

Another playable links course is Stono

10th in Golf For Women magazine’s list of

Ferry Golf Links ($55–$85), which happens

the 50 Best Golf Courses for Women. Oak

to be in a spot where American patriots

Point ($90–$170) was designed by Clyde

battled British and Hessian troops in 1779.

Johnston near the Kiawah River on an old

Stono Ferry has mature coastal forests,

indigo and cotton plantation with some

tidal creeks and a gorgeous layout that an

undulating fairways and tricky greens. Oak

average golfer can get around without too

Point recently received a near-perfect 4½

much difficulty.

stars from Golf Digest.

Cougar Point ($150–$250) recently

In Mount Pleasant there are two memorable courses, Rivertowne and

won Golf Course of The Year from the

Charleston National. Rivertowne ($60–

South Carolina Golf Course Owners

$100) was designed by Arnold Palmer and

Association. Redesigned by Gary Player

plays a long 7,200 yards from the tips.

in 1996, it plays a long 6,875 yards with a

The marsh grasses and tidal creeks will

great combo of short and long par-4s with

challenge anyone. Charleston National

some beautiful, yet challenging, par-3s. Its

($40–$80) was designed by Rees Jones as

17th hole is considered one of the pret-

a private club, but Hurricane Hugo had

tiest and most challenging golf holes on

other plans in 1989. It remains as one

Kiawah Island.

of the most memorable layouts in the

Seabrook Island has two great courses for daily play, Crooked Oats and Ocean

LIFESTYLE

At the tip of the Isle of Palms is Wild

ite among low-handicap players because

Osprey Point ($150–$250) was originally

can easily survive. Ocean Winds ($90–

Charleston area, with abundant use of tidal marshes, lakes and creeks.

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Beach Basics T H E O C E A N I S I N T R I N S I C TO T H E LO W CO U N T R Y L I F E S T Y L E .

Charleston-area beaches are some of the best reasons to live and visit here. In addition to simply planting your chair and devouring the latest Pat Conroy novel, there’s a lot to do on our seashore. Walk your dog, ride a bike, kayak, paddleboard, surf, kiteboard or just party — whatever you’re looking for, we’ve got a beach for that.

Our beaches are basically oversized sandbars or barrier islands separated from the mainland by a shallow body of water. They are on a shallow, gentle slope that you can walk for 100 feet or so and still have your toes planted on the sandy bottom. At the end of each barrier island is a tidal inlet through which the waters ushering high and low tide rush in and out.

All the beaches are good for cycling, surf fishing and kayaking.

Be careful if you are in a party mood; public beaches do not allow glass containers and most prohibit alcoholic beverages. Fines for booze on the beach can set you back more than $1,000.

Kiawah Island is renowned for almost 10 miles of Atlantic Ocean beaches. National Geographic Traveler called Kiawah Island the Second

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Dogs are generally allowed if they are on a leash (even in the water).

Most Romantic Beach in America, and the Travel Channel honored it as one of the Top 10 Beaches for Families. Beachwalker Park is the only public beach access where there are lifeguards on duty.

Seabrook Island has more than three miles of private access beaches. Pelican Beach is famous for its sunsets, and from North Beach you can watch the sunrise and spot playful dolphins on the Edisto River.

Sullivan’s Island and the Isle of Palms are the two most popular public beaches.

Sullivan’s Island has no lifeguards or restrooms, and all dog owners must display a local dog license, which costs $35. If you want to party, stay away from Sullivan’s Island, whose Anti-Hooting Law declares, “It shall be unlawful for any person to hoot, yell, shout, whistle or sing on the public streets.” It carries a fine of up to $500. If you want to sing a little, head for the Isle of Palms. With the prevailing winds, both beaches are a great for kiteboarding, but surfing is iffy at best. The Isle of Palms has metered parking, restrooms and lifeguards in the commercial area. You can find free parking off the streets on both islands.

For party animals and surfers, Folly Beach is king. Folly is the only beach where you can legally have alcohol and it consistently has

rier island within the Cape Romain National

the best waves in the area. Paddleboarding is

Wildlife Refuge. The only way to get there is

a big favorite here. The most laid-back beach

by private boat, kayak or one of two ferries,

spot is the woodsy, rural Edisto Beach about

one from the IOP and one from Awendaw.

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50 miles south of Charleston. There are

Small footpaths are great for hiking

more than three miles of wide beaches, great

and wildlife observation where you can see

surf and pier fishing, and very few people to

alligators, egrets and eagles. Don’t miss

cramp anyone’s style.

Boneyard Beach, a quiet stretch of sand

For the truly adventurous, 20 miles north

along the east side with sun-bleached trees

of the Ravenel Bridge in Awendaw is Bull

and driftwood. The New York Times appropri-

Island, a six-and-a-half-mile-long, quiet bar-

ately described it as “hauntingly beautiful.”

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Wedding Bliss CHARLESTO N IS O N E OF THE TO P DESTINATION WEDDING V ENUES IN AMER ICA. The city’s celebrated ambience, breathtaking architectural for their big day. But it’s not just the historical atmosphere that attracts them. In a recent poll by Destination Weddings & Honeymoons magazine, 55 percent of respondents said they wanted “toes in the sand” at their wedding — and Charleston beautifully affords that opportunity. A Charleston wedding on or near the beach is one of the most popular ceremonies here from March through October.

With planning, a Charleston beach wedding can be just as glamorous as a traditional ceremony. This is where the bride’s selection of an experienced and qualified wedding planner will pay off in huge dividends. As with most weddings in Charleston, you generally need to secure a location at least a year in advance because of high demand for the most desirable sites. If you are planning to really have the ceremony on the sand, make sure you consider the local weather conditions, and even the ebb and flow of the tides.

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backdrops and outstanding accommodations draw brides here

The most popular venues for a magnificent beach or near-the-beach wedding

indoor back-up ceremony space at no

are Kiawah and Seabrook islands, The

extra charge just in case the weather does

Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island and Folly

not cooperate.

Beach. The Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s

The Isle of Palms has the wonderful

five-star Sanctuary Hotel provides one

Wild Dunes Resort on the northern tip of

of the most magnificent wedding venues.

the island where you can tie the knot near

Not only do they host lovely ceremonies

the beach or in one of their elegant off-

on their oceanfront lawns and beaches,

beach options with a view of the ocean.

but every aspect of the wedding celebra-

For the ceremony, the Grand Pavilion is a

tions can be held in that one location,

picturesque covered gazebo with stunning

including the rehearsal dinner, the recep-

views that can easily host up to 600 guests,

tion and even a post-event brunch. There

or you can choose the elegant Croquet

are 255 guest rooms and 13 suites, most

Lawn. The Sweetgrass Pavilion can

with an ocean view, as well as world-class

accommodate up to 350 of your guests.

amenities, including golf, tennis and spa

Special accommodations can be made for

services, plus transportation to and from

more intimate wedding celebrations of

the airport.

under 50 people. The Lowcountry pastel

In addition to The Sanctuary, the

sunsets provide a romantic background,

Kiawah resort has five elegant clubhouses

especially for those special bride and

that are well-suited to a wedding party’s

groom portraits.

needs. Their newest venue, The Ocean

Wild Dunes Resort wedding amenities

Course Clubhouse, has spectacular views

pamper the bride and her party, while keep-

of the ocean and the famous Finishing

ing the groom and his groomsmen occupied

Hole, The Ocean Course’s 18th green.

in style. Enjoy a ladies’ luncheon with the

Plus, it has 3,000 square feet of flexible,

bridesmaids or matrons of the family at the

sophisticated space where you can dine

poolside Sea Island Grill & Lounge or the

and dance the night away.

Croquet Lawn. The groomsmen can relax

On Seabrook Island, two venues stand

A Charleston wedding on or near the beach is one of the most popular ceremonies here.

before the festivities with a round of golf on

out as sensational settings. Among these

either the Links or Harbor Courses, or they

is the Seabrook Island Club’s Atlantic

can embark on an offshore fishing adventure

Ballroom with 6,000 square feet, inspir-

right from the resort.

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wedding team automatically secures an

Many brides have a relatively simple cer-

veranda that can serve as the perfect spot

emony on the beach on their own, not with

for your guests to gather or for you to

a resort, followed by a traditional reception

share your vows of everlasting love. In

at one Charleston’s fine downtown restau-

addition, their popular outdoor venue, the

rants or hotels. Folly Beach is technically the

Ocean Terrace, is described simply as: “as

closest beach to downtown Charleston, but

close as you can get to the water without

the Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island are

stepping in the sand.” Seabrook Island’s

both within 30 minutes of the historic area.

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Settling In THE LO W COUNTRY IS THE PERFECT P LA CE

T O O W N A SECOND HOME. Charleston’s historic areas, world-class shopping, fine dining, sandy beaches and other amazing offerings have inspired a significant portion of the population to permanently relocate here. For those who can’t stay permanently, Charleston is the perfect place to own a second home. Two things make Charleston a good value for a second home: The seashore is exclusive and prime real estate, and there are a finite number of homes in the historic district.

According to the National Association of Realtors, 1 in 10 homes purchased in 2011 was a second property. “The baby boom of their earnings... and boomers want to diversify investments,” says David Lereah, NAR’s chief economist.

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The first place to look for a second home is in historic downtown Charleston. Prices for houses begin around $375,000 in areas like Elliotborough and Cannonborough, and you can find one- or two-bedroom condominiums ranging from $375,000 to

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The Charleston seashore is prime real estate and there are a finite number of homes in the historic district. $550,000 in Harleston Village, the Bee Street Lofts and Dockside

Each home site incorporates modern green practices, including the

on Concord Street. Homes in Harleston Village and condominiums

use of recycled local materials, water efficiency systems, and energy-

in the French Quarter on Concord Street and at Anson House on

efficient fixtures, lighting, appliances, heating and cooling systems.

Laurens Street start around $750,000. South of Broad Street, historic home prices move into seven figures.

If you want to stay close to the ocean, choose the exclusive

Another attractive feature of Indigo Park is the “park within a park” concept. Dyal Compass donated over three acres of land within Indigo Park to the Kiawah Island Conservancy to create

Kiawah Island. This private, gated community has the high-

a community park and green space, giving space back to Kiawah

est standards for construction, zoning and land management.

Island while cultivating a natural habitat and sense of belonging.

Kiawah offers exquisite villas, condominiums and detached homes with all the convenience and amenities of a world-

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class resort community. Villas and homes range from roughly

The other exclusive island just across from Kiawah is Seabrook

$350,000 to more than $7 million, while buildable lots range

Island, which is about 20 miles south of Charleston. It is also a pri-

from $500,000 to $4.5 million.

vate, gated community that is home to a spectacular range of wildlife, a thriving ecosystem and a host of amenities. Condominium

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Building a second home is always a great option. Consider building in Kiawah Island’s premier green neighborhood, Indigo Park, a development with the goal of Platinum Certification within

prices begin around $250,000 for something built 30 years ago.

Home prices start at $400,000, with the high-end homes in the $2.5 million range.

The Isle of Palms is primarily a residential community for those

the U.S. Green Building counsel’s LEED (Leadership in Energy

who love the sun and the ocean. Only 20 minutes from downtown

& Environmental Design) program for homes. Indigo Park will be

Charleston, Isle of Palms is one of the area’s largest sea islands,

the first community in an exclusive resort to potentially merit a

with substantial lots and home sites. Homes begin around $475,000

Platinum LEED Certification.

two short blocks from the beach and gradually increase in price to

Located behind the Vanderhorst Plantation gate and adjacent to the River Course, Indigo Park will have 16 homes nestled peacefully along a verdant marsh sharing space with grand live

the $5 million range, especially on Ocean Boulevard. Many homes on the Isle of Palms have a good short-term rental history.

You can also find beautiful homes in the $5 million range in Wild

oaks. These unique homes are being built with the highest grade

Dunes Resort, a gated community at the far northern portion of

earth-friendly, sustainable materials proven to reduce greenhouse

the island. Condominiums start around $400,000 and single-family

gas emissions and lessen lasting effects on the environment.

home prices begin at $600,000. Amenities include the beach, pools,

There is a choice of three beautiful home designs ranging

golf, tennis, boating and more. Sullivan’s Island does not have any

in size from 2,000 to 3,000 square feet, with marsh views of the

organized developments or gated communities, but it has gorgeous

Kiawah River and its tributaries. “True Southern charm with an

homes, mostly owner-occupied, along with several miles of cool

edge,” explains Candace Dyal, president of Dyal Compass, the

beach overlooking the historic steeples of downtown Charleston.

Boston-based real estate investment company that owns the devel-

Home prices begin at $700,000 and end between $3 and $4 million.

opment and is spearheading the project. Optional features include

Folly Beach, on the opposite side of Charleston, is the most

an outdoor pool, elevator, outdoor living space with a fireplace, an

laid-back beach community around. Most of the high-end proper-

outdoor kitchen and/or grill, and a separate guest cottage. Prices

ties at $1.5 million are rental and investment properties, not year-

range from $1.6 to $2.6 million.

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