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Departing from the “Red Barn” Charleston’s Oldest Carriage Company
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AMERICA’S CLASSIC TEA PLANTATION
DEPARTMENTS 8 12 28 42 50 54 57 58 62 68 69 70
From the Publisher Fun and Recreation Shopping and Retail Dining and Entertainment Art and Antiques Events Area Golf Services Calendar of Events Maps Tide Charts Visitor 411 Directory of Advertisers
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FOLLY BEACH
FEATURES 10 18 24 34 38 49
Why Charleston? Folly Beach.... The Edge of America America’s Classic Tea Plantation Remembering The Civil War The City of Seafood Recipe: Frogmore Stew
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Unlike Any Other. “Boone Hall is a must see stop on any trip to Charleston.” ~ NBC Daytime Television
As seen on American Idol • Wheel of Fortune and in The Notebook • North & South
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From the Publisher...
WELCOME TO CHARLESTON! AND THE LOWCOUNTRY! If you're a regular reader then you'll notice major changes to the size, trim and design of the magazine. A new Arts & Antiques section was added for better overall organization as well. Our reasoning for making these changes was to provide a better experience for our readers and also to update our look. Many featured articles in this issue deserve a look. For the first-time visitor we recommend reading About the Area on page 10 to get familiar with the city. This is a tremendous time to visit since the weather is a bit cooler which translates into prime seafood season (months with with an “r” in it). On page 38, read about how the residents of Charleston are proud of the seafood heritage that spans generations, and the unwavering support of the sustainability of the industry. Did you know that the Charleston Tea Plantation is the only tea farm in the United States? Read more about it on page 24. And finally, find out
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why taking a trip to Folly Beach, “The Edge of America”, is recommended on page 18. The months of January through March are known as festival season here in Charleston. Famous area events such as the Oyster, Tour of Homes & Gardens, Southeastern Wildlife and Food + Wine festivals are what's in store. Be sure to take advantage of this and scan through the Featured and Calendar of Events sections on pages 54 and 58. Thank you for taking time out of your day to read Traveler! We hope that you have a memorable time in Charleston and wish to see you back here again in the future. For more information on Charleston visit our website at www.travelerofcharleston.com All the best,
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Why Charleston? Returning To Charleston.... Again And Again by Brian Sherman
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hat is it about Charleston that captures the heart, soul and imagination of visitors from across the nation and around the globe? Why do people return again and again for weekend getaways, week-long stays and, in some cases, to take up permanent residency in and around the unhurried Southern municipality known affectionately as the Holy City?
And it was here that Charleston’s independent spirit emerged again nearly 80 years later, when the guns of the fledgling Confederacy fired on Union forces at Fort Sumter, launching a fouryear internecine nightmare that would be known as the Civil War. The fort remains in Charleston Harbor, a resolute link to the city’s past and one of its most popular attractions.
In explaining Charleston’s popularity, the weather would be an interesting place to begin. Its summers and winters moderated by the nearby Atlantic Ocean, the temperature on the Charleston peninsula rarely reaches the 100-degree level and almost never lingers below the freezing mark long enough to produce precipitation other than rain. Snow is an occasional visitor, but, more often than not, its stay in Charleston is brief. Nevertheless, the city can lay claim to four distinct seasons: cool winters, vibrant springs, warm summers and colorful autumns. The Atlantic is more than a shield against too-hot summers and too-cold winters. It provides Charleston-area residents and visitors with three of the most beautiful beaches along the Southeast coast, each with its own personality. Surfers prefer the waves at Folly Beach, while the Isle of Palms is oriented more toward families and friends who rent the many large homes on the island, some of them right on the ocean. Sullivan’s Island is the leastcommercialized of the three and strives to remain so. Charleston’s weather is magnificent, its beaches are beautiful and its options for year-round outdoor activities are all but endless, but there are cities up and down the coast that can boast of similar attributes. What they lack is Charleston’s undeniable charm and everlasting connection to the history of the United States. It was here that the British army and navy tried unsuccessfully to crush the Revolution in its infancy. Confounded by American ingenuity, the best the king had to offer retreated in disarray. Shortly thereafter, Charlestonians suffered for their brazen disrespect for tyranny when the British returned and surrounded the city. A 40day siege was followed by brutal a twoand-a-half year occupation. In the end, the occupiers retreated across the Atlantic.
Strolling down the streets of Charleston, it isn’t difficult to imagine yourself somehow transported back to a time when cotton and rice fueled the city’s booming economy, when horses were the main mode of transportation and when the Holy City was one of the few places in the original 13 colonies that actually practiced the religious tolerance we take for granted today. People now navigate through downtown Charleston in cars, trucks and other motorized vehicles, but they share the streets with horse-drawn carriages that carry visitors to every corner of the historic city. Homes built centuries ago still stand tall in downtown Charleston, while churches and synagogues that were vibrant places of worship long before the Civil War serve the same sacred purpose in the age of the Internet. Tombstones in cemeteries that have been the final resting place for Charlestonians for nearly 200 years whisper the history of a city, a state and a nation. Why do so many people choose to spend time in Charleston? Why would anyone ask such a question?
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Fun & Recreation Charleston is known for its beauty, history and fantastic harbor. Many experienced touring companies are ready to show you a great time.
ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES, you’ll find everything from takeit-easy, and relaxing tours to fast, knock-your-socks-off excitement. In addition, kid-friendly and familyfriendly activities abound. If exploring the city sounds like fun, then you won’t be disappointed since this section of the magazine is home to Charleston's best touring companies, attractions, museums. Take a carriage ride, walking or water tour, visit a plantation or two or go to Folly Beach.
How to use this magazine: you’ll find each type of tour and attraction categorized for easy reference. Many listings include a map grid locator. Find the grid location, then reference the maps on pages 62 through 67.
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Aquariums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Carriage Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Combo Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Museums & Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 20 Plantations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22 Walking Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Water Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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AQUARIUMS South Carolina Aquarium 100 Aquarium Wharf • Charleston (Map: K-3) 843-720-1990 • www.scaquarium.org Discover jaw-dropping creatures and eyeopening exhibits at Charleston’s most visited attraction! Get up-close to the newest addition, a rare albino alligator; watch as penguins dive and play in Penguin Planet; touch an Atlantic stingray in the Touch Tank; or go behind-thescenes in the state’s only Sea Turtle Hospital. Enjoy daily shows, educational programs, handson fun and much more for the whole family!
CARRIAGE TOURS Palmetto Carriage Works 40 N. Market St. • (Map: H/I-5) • (843) 723-8145 www.palmettocarriage.com Charleston’s premier carriage company! We leave from The Big Red Barn every 15 to 20 minutes, rain or shine, beginning at 9 a.m. Tours are one hour long, covering about 25-30 blocks of the residential and historic district. All of our guides are city-licensed, entertaining and informative. See our ad on the inside front cover.
Though it was first settled in 1670, Charleston did not become a city until 1783.
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COMBO TOURS Harbor & Carriage Combination Tour Harbor Tours • 10 Wharfside St. • (Map: K-4) Palmetto Carriage • 40 N. Market St. • (Map: I-5) (843) 723-8145 • For tickets: www.charlestonharbortours.com • (800) 979-3370 or (843) 722-1112. $33 • $20/kids 4-11 • Charleston Harbor Tours departs from the Maritime Center three times daily with a 90-minute live narrated sightseeing cruise aboard the 1920s style Bay Steamer – Carolina Belle. Palmetto Carriage tour departs from the Big Red Barn every 20-30 minutes beginning at 9 a.m. The one-hour tour covers 25-30 blocks of the Historic District.
Harbor & Plantation Combination Tour For tickets: 10 Wharfside St. • (Map: K-4) online at www.charlestonharbortours.com or Zerve ticketing: (800) 979-3370 or (843) 722-1112 Adults $31 •Tour a spectacular Southern plantation, the location of many feature films, the new Slave Museum and beautiful grounds paired with a 90-minute “Harbor of History” tour. See great views of Fort Sumter, Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, the Battery and downtown landmarks. Tours may be taken on different days.
Charleston’s name is derived from Charles Towne, name after King Charles II of England.
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MUSEUMS AND PARKS Audubon Center At Beidler Forest (843) 462-2150 • www.beidlerforest.com The Lowcountry’s “real swamp” experience! The Audubon Society’s Francis Beidler Forest contains the largest stand of virgin bald cypress and tupelo gum swamp forest left in the world. 1,000-year old trees, native wildlife abound in this untouched sanctuary. 1.75-mile boardwalk allows the chance to venture deep into the heart of the swamp. Tues-Sun, 9-5. Harleyville, S.C., I-26 W to exit 187, follow “Beidler Forest” signs.
Children’s Museum Of The Lowcountry 25 Ann St. • Downtown Charleston (Map: G-2) (843) 853-8962 • www.explorecml.org Downtown Charleston’s #1 destination for children and their families - Race boats down rapids, climb aboard our Lowcountry Pirate Ship or explore the towers of our Medieval Castle. These are experiences found only at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry. Eight interactive exhibits, hands-on activities and programming for children 3 months to 10 years. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10-5 p.m. and Sundays 1-5 p.m. Closed Mondays - Admission $7 and children under 1 are free.
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FOLLY BEACH... edge of america
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nown by locals as the “Edge of America”, this charming beach town is known for its relaxed lifestyle, sense of humor, historical sites, Southern hospitality, and some of the best surfing on the east coast. Nestled in-between the Folly River and the Atlantic Ocean, this barrier island has six miles of pristine coastline and is the closest beach to downtown Charleston. Staying on the island is recommended while visiting the Charleston area since affordable accommodations can be easily found. Accommodations on the island range from quaint cottages, ultra modernbeach houses, to sleek condominiums and a luxury hotel. Not staying on the island? No worries, spending the day on Folly is a great idea since there are plenty of things to see and do. Some of the finest food on the east coast with both gourmet & casual restaurants who serve everything from freshly caught seafood to sandwiches, pizza and tacos are on the island. The local shops offer a variety of goods and services that range from surfing gear and souvenirs to local art, sea shells and gifts. There are also a number of touring companies that can take you out to the Morris Island Lighthouse or on a fishing excursion in the tidal creeks and estuaries along the coast as well.
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MUSEUMS AND PARKS Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site 1500 Old Towne Road • Charleston • (area map) (843) 852-4200. Hours: daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Web: www.charlestownelanding.travel • Charles Towne Landing is the birthplace of Charleston and South Carolina. Established in 1670, this is where your visit to historic Charleston begins. Today, Charles Towne Landing SHS experiences include a museum, outdoor exhibits along the History Trail with an accompanying audio tour, cannon demonstrations and special events, the Adventure, a reproduction 17th century trading vessel and the Animal Forest zoo. Visit their events page and website for more information.
Edmondston-Alston House
WWII aircraft carrier Yorktown
21 East Battery, Charleston • (Map: G-9) • (843) 722-7171 • www.middletonplace.org • The stately Edmondston-Alston House was built in 1825 on Charleston’s High Battery. A witness to many dramatic events in Charleston’s history, the house is a classic example of the city’s changing and sophisticated taste in architecture and decorative arts. The house is a repository of family treasures, including Alston family silver, furniture, books and paintings that remain in place much as they have been for over a century and a half. Look seaward from the second floor piazza, where Gen. Beauregard watched the bombardment of Fort Sumter.
Boone Hall www.boonehallplantation.com
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PLANTATIONS
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
Boone Hall Plantation
40 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant • (Map: Q-1) • (866) 831-1720 • www.patriotspoint.org Open daily 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. • Experience the Congressional Medal of Honor Museum and other exhibits aboard the WWII aircraft carrier Yorktown. Explore the submarine Clamagore, Cold War Submarine Memorial and the Vietnam base camp. Adults 12 & older - $16; over age 61 & military with ID - $13; Ages 6-11 $9; 5 & under FREE.
1235 Long Point Road • Mount Pleasant • (Map: M-4) • (843) 884-4371 • www.boonehallplantation.com • “One of America’s Oldest Plantations,” with more than 320 years of history and heritage, is located only eight miles north of Charleston on Hwy. 17. The famous “Avenue of Oaks,” nine original slave cabins, house tours and shows are all offered for one price. Mon-Sat: 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Sun: 1-5 p.m.
Charleston Tea Plantation 6617 Maybank Hwy., Wadmalaw Island • (843) 559-0383 • www.charlestonteaplantation.com The Charleston Tea Plantation is located on quiet and beautiful Wadmalaw Island, just 25 miles outside downtown Charleston. Traveling through the tranquil beauty and endless sea of green, visitors can experience how tea is planted, grown, nurtured and harvested from the raw leaf to finished black tea – made possible by the farm’s several hundred thousand historic tea bushes.
More than 8 million tons of cargo pass through the port of Charleston every year. It is one of the largest cargo port on the Southeast Atlantic Coast
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PLANTATIONS Magnolia Plantation And Gardens 3550 Ashley River Road (Hwy 61) • Charleston (843) 571-1266 • www.magnoliaplantation.com Open daily 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, this plantation contains one of America’s oldest gardens (c. 1680). The gardens are planted for abundant color in every season and include one of this country’s largest collections of azaleas and camellias. The house contains museum-quality early American antiques. Other features include a petting zoo, guided tours, swamp garden, gift shop, Barbados tropical garden, nature train, café and much more.
Middleton Place National Historic Landmark 4300 Ashley River Road • Charleston (843) 556-6020 • www.middletonplace.org An 18th-century rice plantation and National Historic Landmark comprising 65 acres of America’s oldest landscaped gardens. A tour of the House Museum highlights family collections and the Middletons’ role in American history. Explore the stable yards, where craftspeople re-create the activities of a selfsustaining Lowcountry plantation. African-American focus tours, carriage rides, garden market & nursery. Open daily, 9-5.
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WATER TOURS
Bulldog Tours
Barrier Island Eco-Tours
40 North Market St., Downtown • (Map: I-5) (843) 722-TOUR • www.bulldogtours.com As seen on the Travel Channel’s “America’s Most Haunted Places,” this premier walking tour company will have you exhilarated and entertained at the same time. There are four tours to choose from, such as the Ghost & Graveyard, The Dark Side of Charleston, Ghost Dungeon and Haunted Jail Tour. See their ad in this section for more information.
50 41st Ave. • Isle of Palms Marina • (Map: P-5) (843) 886-5000 • www.nature-tours.com Naturalist guided boat excursions to Capers Island Preserve. Explore salt marsh creeks to find dolphin and other wildlife as they pull habitat traps for up-close viewing of marine creatures. Arriving on Capers, you’ll explore the “bone-yard” beach and walk inland trails to visit brackish ponds. Choose from morning and sunset eco tours, creek fishing, crabbing, kayaking and beach-side cookouts aboard 6, 16, 22 and 42 passenger boats.
Charleston Strolls Walk With History (843) 766-2080 • www.charlestonstrolls.com • As featured in The New York Times, this-two hour walking tour is the best way to see Charleston’s Historic District. Discover famous landmarks, historic highlights, antebellum mansions, quaint alleys and hidden gardens. $18 per adult. Mon-Sat at 10 a.m. Departs from the Mills House Hotel (corner of Meeting & Queen). Reservations are recommended.
Culinary Tours Of Charleston 40 N. Market St., Charleston • (Map: I-5) • (843) 727-1100 • www.culinarytoursofcharleston.com Come join us as we walk, talk and taste our way through Charleston and experience the history through our Lowcountry cuisine. Daily tasting tours introduce guests to tasty bites at many great “food finds.” Go behind the scenes and visit with chefs, bakers, artisan food producers, chocolatiers and specialty shops. See their ad in this section for more info. Reservations are required.
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WALKING TOURS
Charleston Harbor Tours Charleston Maritime Center, 10 Wharfside St., Charleston • (Map: K-4) • (800) 979-3370 or (843) 722-1112 • www.CharlestonHarborTours.com Board the Carolina Belle for Charleston’s only live narrated Harbor History Tour. Relax and enjoy a beverage from the snack bar as the captain informs you about the forts and landmarks that shaped Charleston’s historic harbor. Private charters and group dinner cruises are available. Adults - $17.00.
The Charleston area has about 230 days of sunshine each year and has an average daily temperature of 65.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Perfect weather for a perfect city.
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America's Classic Tea Plantation by George W. Olney
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ill Hall, operating partner in the Charleston Tea Plantation got the idea from a magazine article. Specifically, an article in a tea industry magazine that said it was impossible to have a profitable tea plantation in the US. Thus began Charleston Tea Plantation, the home of American Classic Tea. To give some idea about the tea business, Bill is a third generation tea taster, of English ancestry by way of Canada, and was attending an international conference as part of his tea business in Argentina when he read the article. Said article, by the way, also stated that the only place that tea could grow in the continental US was in the Charleston area. Bill, thus inspired, looked around, purchased an experimental operation on Wadmalaw Island from Lipton in 1987, and the rest is history flavored with a gentle aroma and delicate taste. Head southwest down Maybank Highway and you will eventually come to a sign on your left that says you are at the entrance to the Charleston Tea Plantation. A short ways down a dirt road leads you to a shady oasis of classically Southern wooden buildings overlooking 127 acres of tea plants. The main classically Southern building is a combination office, gift shop (highly recommended for the tea lover) and processing plant. Everyday a free factory tour is offered where guests can see first-hand how tea is produced. Next they take visitors out into the fields on a narrated Trolley ride. Tea has a long history in South Carolina, beginning with some ornamental plants imported to Middleton Plantation in 1799. Attempts at tea plantations were made over the next century or so, culminating in 1888 at the Pinehurst Tea Plantation in Summerville, owned by Dr. Charles Sheppard. The plants he developed, Camellia Sinensis, are the ones used today in American classic tea.
The Plantation has 320 varieties of the Camellia Sinensis, defined by such things as color, flavor, and production cycle, to name a few. Eight of these varieties are used to produce the tea made at the plantation. The tea plants have a 15-18 day growth cycle, with peaks and valleys in the cycle. Careful blending directed by experienced tasters such as Bill ensure a uniform quality. Today, Bigelow Tea is a partner with Bill in the Tea Plantation, but Bill is the hands-on guy. Bill Hall is an affable, chatty individual who will fill your head with things tea if allowed to do so. A (short) quote from Bill will illustrate: "Tea is for anyone, especially because of its health benefits. Tea deteriorates with age, but our advantage is freshness." Charleston Classic Tea comes in five loose tea varieties including Charleston Breakfast and the production from the first harvest of the year titled First Flush. Bagged varieties come in standard tea bags or a unique pyramidal bag. American Classic Tea is produced without insecticides or pesticides and involves no extensive storage, soil preservation or tillage. Come see the friendly people at the Charleston Tea Plantation and enjoy a chat, a tour, or just a complimentary sample. School or organizational tours are highly welcome. After all, it's the only tea plantation in America.
CONTACT INFORMATION: See their ad on the back cover of this magazine 6617 Maybank Hwy, Wadmalaw Island, SC 843.559.0383 ~ www.charlestonteaplantation.com
Shopping & Retail Charleston was founded in the late 1600s as a port city, and it has remained a thiving place to buy goods ever since! Buy local and enjoy the rewards.
WHY IS THE CHARLESTON AREA CONSIDERED TO BE THE CENTER OF SHOPPING IN THE SOUTHEAST? Take a walk down King, Broad or Market Streets and the answer will become evident. Everything from haute designer boutiques and jewelry stores to big national and treasured local retailers are all located in Charleston. For outlet shopping visit Tanger Outlets in North Charleston.
About Charleston South Carolina has two state mottoes: ‘Dum Spiro Spero’ (‘While I breathe I hope’) and ‘Animis Opibusque Parati (‘Ready in Soul and Resource’).
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SHOPPING Charleston Charm 90 N. Market Street • Charleston (843) 577-3977 • www.charlestoncharm.com Charleston Charm is a quaint jewelry store located in the Historic City Market of Charleston, SC. This mother and daughter boutique features over 500 gold and silver charms, “Historic Charleston Ironwork" and "Charleston Rice Bead” collections along with locally handcrafted jewelry. They are also introducing the new “Guy Harvey Signature Jewelry”.
Dacuba’s Fine Jewelry 84 North Market St. • Downtown (Map: H-5) • (843) 853-0103 www.dacubasjewelry.citymax.com • Nestled in the heart of Charleston ... Dacuba’s is a unique fine jewelry store with a wonderful selection of Sterling Silver and 14kt Gold Jewelry. Their featured “Southern Gate” collection is fashioned after the wrought-iron work seen throughout this historical city. Custom-made Charleston charms are just some of the many treasures you’ll find in their shop. They strive to bring beautiful custom quality jewelry to their customers! (See ads on pages 4-5 for more info).
Filthy Rich Of Charleston 61 South Market St., Charleston • (843) 8058488 • www.shopfilthyrich.com • Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 10-5 • Four collections consist of the Jackie Kennedy Collection, the Old Hollywood Collection, the Smithsonian Collection and a modern celebrity collection, which includes pieces worn by First Lady Michelle Obama. All reproductions are reasonably priced, starting at around $50. Therefore, you do not have to be Filthy Rich to dress like you are! A must see! The largest collection of authentic licensed celebrity jewelry in historic Charleston.
Nice Ice Fine Jewelry 145 Market St., Charleston • (Map: G-4/5) (843) 577-7029 • Exclusive boutique to such renowned designers: Slane & Slane, Charriol, Jude Frances, Philip Stein Watches, Marco Bicego, Dominique Cohen and Bellarri. We also offer an extensive and unique collection of fine jewelry, engagement rings and pearls. Custom designs are a specialty for this charming shop with a knowledgeable, friendly staff and extraordinary customer service. See their on the inside back cover.
Oil & Vinegar 1329 Theatre Drive • Mount Pleasant in Towne Centre • (Map: N-4) • (843) 654-1556 • e-mail charleston@oilandvinegarusa.com • Are you passionate about taste? Then you will be sure to enjoy Oil & Vinegar! Visit us in Towne Centre and you’ll find a vast selection of imported olive oils, vinegars, pasta, sauces, tapenades, spices, exotic herb mixes and more. You don’t have to be a culinary expert to enjoy the Oil & Vinegar experience. Looking for the perfect gift? Free shipping on orders over $75 outside of Charleston. january-march 2011 travelerofcharleston.com
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SHOPPING Spice & Tea Exchange 170-A Church St. (Map: H-5) (corner of S. Market & Church Streets) • (843) 965-8300 • A truly unique sensory experience! Their cooking herbs, spice blends and rubs are hand-selected for your cooking needs, and gourmet teas are enjoyed by tea lovers across the nation. Combine traditional and exotic gourmet spices, cooking herbs and seasonings from around the globe in the preparation of our 60+ hand-mixed signature blends and rubs. Packaging by the ounce allows you to experiment as you journey through our vast selection of spices and seasonings.
Tanger Outlets
Nice Ice Fine Jewelry
4840 Tanger Outlet Blvd., North Charleston (Map: V-3). Phone: (843) 529-3095. Web: www.tangeroutlets.com/charleston. Hours: Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Find the brands you know, choices you want and prices you’ll love at the Tanger Outlet. Buy direct from the manufacturer at over 90 brand name stores such as Banana Republic, Nine West, Nike, Lucky Brand Jeans, Coach, Gymboree and more, just north of Charleston. From downtown Charleston take I-26 westbound, exit 213A, left on Montague, right on International Blvd. Bring in their ad (this section) and receive a free Tanger Coupon Book worth hundreds in additional savings.
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Oil & Vinegar www.oilandvinegarusa.com
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REMEMBERING
THE CIVIL WAR 150 Years Later
The Sesquicentennial of April 12. 1861
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n the early morning hours of Charleston, on April 12th 1861, a single shot changed the course of American History forever and the “War Between the States” began.
“The firing of the mortar woke the echoes from every nook and corner of the harbor, and in this the dead hour of the night, before dawn, the shot was a sound of alarm that brought every soldier in the harbor to his feet, and every man, woman and child in the city of Charleston from their beds. A thrill went through the whole city. It was felt that the Rubicon was passed. No one thought of going home; unused as their ears were to the appalling sound, or the vivid flashes from the batteries, they stood for hours fascinated with horror.” The Civil War era (1860-65) was a truly defining moment in American History. Many of the war’s significant events took place in the Lowcountry.
These include: • South Carolina’s secession from the Union on December 20, 1860 • April 12, 1861 bombardment of Fort Sumter • 1863 to 1865 Siege of Charleston, which included the 54th Massachusetts assault on Battery Wagner • H. L. Hunley submarine sinking of the Housatonic on February 17, 1864 • Re-raising of the US flag over Fort Sumter on April 14, 1865
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Charleston will be a national focal point regarding the remembrance of this momentous occasion in our nation’s history. In our next issue(April – June), we’ll be featuring all of the events of and happenings relating to the Sesquicentennial (150 year anniversary) in the city. The Sesquicentennial events are not a celebration but a commemoration to honor the 620,000 American soldiers, sailors and mariners who lost their lives during the conflict.
For a complete listing of events and happenings in the Charleston and also the State, please visit our website and the following sources: www.travelerofcharleston.com/civil-war-charleston www.sccivilwar.org REFERENCE: "The First Shot of the Civil War: The Surrender of Fort Sumter, 1861" Eye Witness to History & The Fort Sumter Fort Moultrie Historical Trust january-march 2011 travelerofcharleston.com
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From shrimp and grits to oyster roasts and crab cracks, seafood is a Charleston tradition
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f you want to hear the tales of long ago, the behind-the-scenes story of the South Carolina Lowcountry and especially of the food we love to eat, get a shrimper or an oysterman on the water. Trawlers returning to the docks after a long, hard day of work on the water, shallow-bottomed bateaux slipping off into the early morning mists, and hard-working men casting drop nets into the water: these are scenes that have shaped the history and the thinking of the people of Charleston and the surrounding islands as much as any historic building. People raised on the water usually can’t imagine doing anything else. There’s a certain gleam that gets in their eyes when they talk of days out on the open water, riding the steady roll of the waves.
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That gleam is shaped by geography. An abundance of meandering intracoastal waterways, marshes, rivers, and ocean waters make the area pitch perfect for harvesting succulence from the deep. Whether the passion is saltwater angling for red drum, casting for largemouth bass in freshwater, or just dropping a line baited with a chicken neck into the water and waiting, net at the ready, for a big, tasty crab to latch on, this is the place to be if you love fish or shellfish. From signature dishes such as shrimp and grits to seasonal traditions like oyster roasts and crab cracks, seafood is an integral part of life in Charleston. Ask a few locals about blue crab, the “savory beautiful swimmer,” and you will hear stories aplenty about the Jimmies (male blue crab) and Sooks (female). If you’re lucky, you may even get a few delicious recipes for crab cakes, she-crab soup, or pan-fried soft-shell crabs. Charleston has been enjoying a culinary renaissance for several years now, one that shows no signs of slowing down. Right now, nationally recognized chefs are preparing everyone’s favorite fish dishes in brand new ways, making it an exciting time to be a seafood lover in Charleston. Seafood lovers love to stick together and support the causes that keep the fisheries healthy and vibrant. When research revealed that certain fish were in danger of being overharvested, several organizations, including the South Carolina Aquarium, Coastal Conservation League, and other groups, chefs, and restaurants, united for the cause.
It didn’t take long for sustainability to become a hallmark of the local food scene. The term simply refers to food that’s harvested with respect for the longterm viability of either the individual species or the overall ecosystem. Researchers monitor the impact that commercial and recreational fishing has on different kinds of fin or shell fish and, if the species seems to be in danger of being depleted, recommendations are made to avoid that particular species on the menu until such time as it can be replenished.
raised on “thePeople water usually can’t imagine doing anything else.
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In other words, both chefs and diners alike can “vote with the plate.” “Given a choice, I think that people would want fresh and local every time,” local fisherman L. David Thomas told Traveler of Charleston while he was unloading a fresh catch from his boat, China Girl, to Crosby’s on Folly. “But you have to know what you’re getting and you have to make your choice known. That’s the only way the local seafood industry is going to keep going.”
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A side benefit of the emphasis on sustainability and choosing local foods in general is that it added an extra boost to the already flourishing culinary creativity in Charleston kitchens. Instead of simply working with the “old standbys,” chefs craft new and fascinating plates made from fish such as triggerfish, rainbow trout, or striped bass, with absolutely delicious results. The most immediate benefit of buying local, sustainably harvested seafood is that it is the freshest seafood available. Taste wild-caught shrimp fresh from crisp, clear Atlantic waters and you’ll never look at a frozen bag of imported product the same way again. There are health benefits for the consumer, benefits for the environment, and benefits for the economy when local, sustainable product is chosen. It’s a win-win situation all around when you can feel really good about eating really good food.
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It’s a win-win “ situation all around when you can feel really good about eating really good food.
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That’s important in a place that prides itself on its traditions. Shem Creek, in Mt. Pleasant, has long been famed for its fleet of shrimp boats, as is McClellanville, several miles up 17 North. Cherry Point Seafood of nearby Rockville is one of the few remaining fish houses and maintenance docks in the area. There are only a few who remaining the golden era of commercial fishing in Charleston, and you will still see those veterans of the industry mending nets and patching sails near the docks they love so well. They’re the ones who remember how it was in days gone by. Today, the City Market is a great place to buy art, crafts, and gifts. But turn the hands of time back a hundred years or so and Market Street was a very different place. Fishermen unloaded their catch at the east end of the street and vendors carted it up to roll through the market area. This was the era of the fabled “Mosquito Fleet,” when fish, shrimp, oysters, and crab were usually purchased fresh off the boat or from a street vendor.
Those days, and the flotilla of small fishing vessels that harvested the seafood, are immortalized in Charleston’s favorite opera, Porgy & Bess. Families who make their living harvesting the coastal waters will tell you: it is very hard work. It takes muscle to crack the clusters out of the oyster beds and heft the weight back to shore. The work is labor intensive. It keeps the back strong, the hands calloused, and must be done whether the sun is hot or the rain is cold. Keeping that fresh, local seafood on our tables means long, hard days out on the water with the sun and the salt and the waves. And they wouldn’t have it any way. - Jason A. Zwiker
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Dining & Entertainment Charleston’s diverse culinary scene is amazing. Innovative Chefs and their dishes will dazzle the taste buds and warm the heart. Charleston has great taste!
FINDING A GREAT PLACE TO DINE shouldn’t be a problem since award winning restaurants and Chefs are scattered throughout the city. The months of January through March are prime seafood season. Try the local oysters, shrimp, blue crabs and ask your server which fish on the menu were caught off the coast of Charleston.
How to best utilize this section: For organizational purposes, the text listings are broken up into casual dining, fine dining and night life.
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FINE DINING Bocci’s 158 Church St. • (Map: H-5) • (843) 720-2121 www.boccis.com • USA Today mentioned Bocci’s as one of the leading Italian restaurants in the United States! Featuring full Italian fare at affordable prices, this family restaurant brings everything that is right about Italian food to the table. Open for dinner nightly; reservations recommended.
Cru Cafe´ 18 Pinckney St. • Downtown Charleston (Map: I-4/5) • (843) 534-2434 • www.crucafe.com In an 18th-century home on Pinckney Street, Charlestonians sip mint julep tea on the porch and dine on upscale comfort food at John Zucker’s Cru Cafe. “Do it right and use the best posssible ingredients” is his mantra. Serving lunch Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner Tues.-Sat., 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Middleton Place Restaurant 4300 Ashley River Rd., Charleston (843) 556-6020 • www.middletonplace.org Savor Lowcountry cuisine while taking in views of America’s oldest landscaped gardens. For lunch, visitors enjoy a three-course, Prix Fixe menu. Lunch served daily 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dinner guests pay no admission after 5:30 p.m. and can stroll through the gardens prior to an elegant, candlelit evening. Dinner served Sunday, Tuesday-Thursday from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. and Friday & Saturday from 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
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CASUAL DINING Baskin Robbins 280 W. Coleman Blvd, Mount Pleasant (Map O:1) (843) 881-6741 • For 62 years Baskin Robbins has been delighting customers with irresistible treats. Like founder Irv Robbins says, “Not everyone likes all our flavors, but each flavor is someone's favorite.” Come on in for your old favorite or get a free taster spoon and find your new favorite. We now have many new toppings, fresh baked waffle cones and soft serve ice cream. See coupon in ad for 10% off!
Cupcake 433 King Street, Downtown Charleston • (Map: G-2) • (843) 853-8181 • 644 Long Point Rd., Belle Hall Shopping Center, Mount Pleasant (Map: M-3) • (843) 856-7080 • www.freshcupcakes.com • Featured by USA Today, Martha Stewart and also by Ellen as “the best cupcakes in America!” Cupcakes: they’re sweet and delicious... tiny works of art that bring back the delights of childhood. Baked fresh daily, our cupcakes are concocted from the finest all-natural ingredients, like real vanilla beans, sweet cream butter, fresh fruit, and rich chocolate – finished off with homemade icing and an assortment of toppings, creating a fun, swanky update of a vintage favorite.
East Bay Deli 334 East Bay St. • downtown Charleston (Map: J-4) • (843) 216-5473 • 1120 Oakland Market Road • Mount Pleasant • (Map: M-5) (843) 216-5473 • 9135 University Blvd. N. Charleston • (843) 553-7374 • 4405 Dorchester Road • N. Charleston • (Map: X-4) • (843) 747-1235 • Charleston’s real New York-style deli slices sandwich meats fresh every morning and uses only quality products such as Thumann’s deli meats and Hebrew National deli dogs. The varied menu comes with many options from which to choose: soups, chili, both hearty and heart-healthy sandwiches, wraps, giant spuds and desserts.
Gilligan’s Seafood Restaurant Downtown Charleston (end of the Market) (Map: J-5) • (843) 853-2244; Goose Creek 219 St. James Ave. • (843) 818-2244; Johns Island • 160 Main Road • (843) 766-2244; Moncks Corner 582 Dock Road • (843) 7612244; Mount Pleasant • 1475 Long Grove Drive (843) 849-2244; Summerville • 3852 Ladson Road • (843) 821-2244. www.gilligans.net. Established in 1991, Gilligan’s has grown to 9 family friendly locations, serving the freshest seafood in a casual atmosphere. Fresh oysters, 100% domestic shrimp, fish, steaks, chicken, pasta, the best hush puppies in the area and a great kids menu. Open 7 days for lunch, dinner and to go. See coupon in this section!
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CASUAL DINING Joe Pasta 428 King (Corner of King & John St.) • (Map: G-2) Downtown Charleston • (843) 965-5252 A specialized menu, with great Italian food that’s easy on the pocket and serves guests all day, everyday. Features include an extensive array of selections - soups, salads, parmesan sandwiches, pizza, superb pastas, exquisite desserts, a full liquor, wine and beer bar. The atmosphere is casual and family friendly and there is also sidewalk cafe seating. The upstairs bar, The Black Cart, is open nightly, features bands and DJs on the weekends and is available for private functions. See coupon in this section.
FREE Appetizer w/ Purchase of 2 Entrees! up to $10.99 value Not Valid w/other Offers - Traveler Magazine
Great Italian Food Family Friendly Atmosphere 428 King Street & John Downtown Charleston 843-965-5252
A.W. Shuck’s 35 South Market St. • (Map: I-5) • (843) 723-1151 www.a-w-shucks.com • A great place for a plate of fried shrimp, a dozen raw oysters and a cold pitcher of beer, all right on the historic Market. Fresh-off-the-boat daily specials – this is where the locals eat seafood. Find out what the buzz is all about.
Charleston is known as The Holy City due to its prominence of churches, paticularly the numerous steeples that dot its skyline.
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NIGHTLIFE
Tommy Condon’s
Club Habana
160 Church Street • (Map: H-5/6) • (843) 5773818 • www.tommycondons.com • Have you ever been in an authentic Irish pub and restaurant? Well, tucked away on Church Street, just a half block off Charleston’s historic Market, you will find Tommy Condon’s, a pub that will delight your soul. At Tommy’s you will very likely happen upon a bit of frolic, friendly conversation, laughter and song. Serving lunch and dinner daily.
177 Meeting St. (above Tinder Box) • (Map: H-5) (843) 853-5900 • After more than a decade, Club Habana, in the renovated 167-year-old Madren Building, is Charleston's premier martini and cigar bar. Our reputation precedes us for offering a unique beverage menu, gourmet desserts and upscale, cozy seating, featuring the state-of-the-art Smokeeter ventilation system. Enjoy everything from light jazz to modern rock while enjoying your favorite libation from the most extensive liquor selection in Charleston – from single malt scotches and small batch bourbons to fine ports and Madeiras. Experience why Club Habana has been voted best martinis, best cigars and best atmosphere in Charleston. Check out our knowledgeable staff and nightly specials. Relax and pamper yourself at Club Habana.
The Ordinance of Secession was signed in Charleston, starting the unrest that led to the Civil War.
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lub Habana is an upscale lounge featuring champagne, fine wines, unique martinis, single-malt scotches, small batch bourbons, sherries, ports, madieras, import and domestic beers, specialty desserts, appetizers and fine cigars. Located in a 200-year-old building, characteristic of the old architecture of Charleston, Club Habana’s rooms feature comfortable couches, plush chairs, fireplaces, and floor to ceiling windows. The sophisticated ventilation system by Smokeeter was designed to accommodate even the most discriminating patrons. Dimly lit rooms, fine crystal, and rich colors add to the enhancement of Club Habana.
Located on the second floor of the Tinder Box Internationale tobacco store at 177 Meeting Street. www.clubhabana.com
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Frogmore Stew • A Lowcounty favorite.
DINING & ENTERTAINMENT
Recipe Frogmore Stew
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rogmore Stew is considered a classic Lowcountry South Carolina dish. This dish is also known as Low-Country boil and Beaufort Stew. The dish gets its name from a place that has only a post office on one side of the road and a two-story white country store on the other. Frogmore is the mailing address for the residents of St. Helena Island just off the South Carolina coast. Frogmore Stew has become a current favorite at some fancy restaurants in Charleston and some of the resorts along the Carolina coast.
Ingredients 6 quarts water 3/4 cup Old Bay Seasoning TM 2 pounds new red potatoes 2 pounds hot smoked sausage links, cut into 2 inch pieces 12 ears corn - husked, cleaned and quartered 4 pounds large fresh shrimp, unpeeled
Directions Bring water and Old Bay Seasoning to boil in a large stockpot. Add potatoes and cook for 15 minutes. Add sausage and cook for 5 minutes more. Add corn and cook for another 5 minutes. Stir in the shrimp and cook until shrimp are pink, about 5 minutes. Drain immediately and serve.
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Art & Antiques Charleston was founded in the late 1600s as a port city, and it has remained a thiving place to buy goods ever since! Buy local and enjoy the rewards.
THE CHARLESTON ARTS SCENE is diverse and encompasses the performing, cultural and decorative arts. Charleston is renowned for its fantastic art organizations such as CFADA (Charleston Fine Art Dealers’ Association) and the French Quarter Art Galleries. Art & Antique galleries from the classical to the contemporary can be found throughout the area. The famed Antiques district is an area located on Lower King Street between Beaufain and Queen Streets.
The city hosts a number of awardwinning art focused events and festivals such as Spoleto, Piccolo Spoleto, MOJA, Art Walks, Fine Art Annual and the Palette & Palate Stroll. See the Calendar of Events sections to see what's on the schedule.
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ART GALLERIES Hagan Fine Art Gallery 27 ½ State Street, Charleston (Map H:6) (843) 754-0494 • www.haganfineart.com Hagan’s paintings offer a compelling combination of dramatic light and rugged beauty. Favorite subjects include pristine coastal landscapes, boats drenched in sunlight, soulful dancers and romantic nudes. Hagan has studied traditional methods of painting and drawing with many notable contemporary master artists as well as studied the works of inspirational historical painters including John Singer Sargent, Emile Gruppe, Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida, and Edgar Alwin Payne.
ANTIQUES Terrace Oaks Antiques Mall 2037 Maybank (Hwy. 700) • James Island (843) 795-9689 • Mon-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. www.terraceoaksantiques.com • Since 1988, Terrace Oaks Antiques has been the leader in the Charleston area for multi-dealer antique shops. Their 10,000-square-foot, climate-controlled shop houses 90+ booths with all different tastes and styles. When it comes to antiques, they have just about anything your heart desires. Located just one mile off of Folly Road on the way to Kiawah and Seabrook Islands.
PERFORMING ARTS Theatre Charleston (843) 813-8578 • www.theatrecharleston.com Theatre Charleston, a non-profit organization comprised of the area’s leading local theaters, is dedicated to helping you easily find out what’s playing when and where. For a full calendar of this season’s live productions, check us out at www.theatrecharleston.com, and see a show tonight!
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Historic Dock Street Theatre on Church Street
Featured Events It's Event Season in Charleston! January-March, 2011 The featured events listed will give you an idea of events, festivals and what's going-on throughout Charleston. The Lowcountry Oyster Festival January 30th The Greater Charleston Restaurant Association hosts this award-winning event located at Boone Hall Plantation in Mount Pleasant. This is the largest Oyster Festival in the world and has been named one of the “Top 20 Events in the Southeast”. Highlights include Oyster Shucking and eating contests, live music, domestic and imported beers, a kids corner, food court showcasing local favorite restaurants and good family fun! Tickets are $15 at the gate, children under 10 are free, no pets allowed. From 10:30am – 5pm. Visit www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com for more info.
Southeastern Wildlife Exposition February 18 – 20 Now in its 30th year, this wildlife exposition has grown to be the largest event of its kind in the nation, attracting over 500 artists and exhibitors from around the globe who present their offering to over 40,000 attendees. Some event highlights are the Art Gala & Sale, daily cooking demonstrations, Birds of Prey Flight Demo, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Show, Oyster Roast, Dock Dog Retriever Demos, the Soiree, lectures and filmshowings. For complete daily listings and daily happenings visit www.sewe.com, call (843) 723-1748 or go to the Visitors Center to pick up a program.
Charleston Food + Wine Festival March 3 – 6 Charleston is known for its hospitality and great food! It's possible to eat at a different restaurant every night. This popular festival has a tremendous variety of venues and provides guests the opportunity to meet and get a taste of some of the country’s best chefs, authors and wine professionals. For tickets visit www.charlestonwineandfood.com or call (843) 727-9998.
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SEWE www.sewe.com
St. Patrick Day Festivities March 14th and 17th Celebrate Irish heritage and tradition! On the 14th, an Irish show at the Charleston Music Hall takes place at 7pm. The show features live music by Derek Warfield, Ireland's greatest living balladeer, along with three other musicians. Tickets are $25. The festivities really get going on the 17th (free events all day) starting at 8am with Mass at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, followed by a parade on King Street, Irish flag raising at City Hall (Broad & Meeting) and finally an Irish luncheon with entertainment at the Knights of Columbus Hall (Meeting St). For more info call (843) 556-3578 or visit www.scirish.org.
Festival of Houses and Gardens March 17th – April 16th Set amid the historic ambiance of the city’s Old & Historic District, this series of award-winning tours showcases Charleston’s distinctive architecture, history, gardens and culture. These tours provide a rare opportunity for guests to go inside the private houses and gardens of some of America’s most beautiful historic residences, dating to the 18th century. Visit Charleston to see why it has been renowned for three centuries as “a city set in a garden.” The Festival is set during the peak of the city's blooming season. Tours feature seven to 10 properties each day in one of 11 neighborhoods, dating from the American colonial period, through the antebellum and Victorian eras, to early 20th century. Beautiful architecture and lush gardens are woven throughout the historic neighborhoods of Charleston, which has consistently been named among the 10 most courteous and friendly cities in America. Tours and events vary daily to allow you to enjoy the diversity of this unique port city which traces its origins to 1670. For tickets go to 108 Meeting Street, call (843) 722-3405 or visit www.historiccharleston.org.
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Charleston International Antiques Show www.historiccharleston.org
Charleston International Antiques Show March 18 – 20 Founded in 1670, Charleston quickly rose to prominence as the colonies’ most significant seaport, importing the finest in 18th and 19th century material culture. Today the city’s legacy of Continental, European and Asian influences can still be found in its alluring architecture and decorative arts. Because of this unique heritage, Charleston’s annual antiques show has attracted the attention of connoisseurs around the world. Exhibitors will showcase a spectrum of period furnishings, decorative pieces and fine art from the late 17th to 20th centuries, including vintage jewelry, oriental rugs, ceramics, architectural elements, garden furniture, porcelains, needlework and silver. For tickets and info call (843) 722-3405 or visit www.historiccharleston.org.
Charleston Fashion Week March 22 – 26 Showcasing emerging designers and regional retailers and models, Charleston Fashion Week was founded in 2007 and has fast become one of the premiere fashion weeks in North America. Held under the tents in Marion Square, this fivenight celebration will feature more than 30 runway shows, the Spring Bridal Show, Emerging Designer Competition: East and the Rock the Runway Model Competition. Named a Top 20 Event for March by the Southeast Tourism Society, and accredited with launching the careers of numerous upand-coming fashion designers, this true multimedia event presents high-end runway shows, interactive entertainment, chic after parties and press events. For tickets and daily schedules visit www.charlestonfashionweek.com
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Area Golf Courses RESORT COURSES Kiawah Island Golf Resort Courses 843.768.2121 www.kiawahgolf.com Cougar Point Gary Player, architect Oak Point Clyde B. Johnston, architect The Ocean Course Pete Dye, architect Osprey Point Tom Fazio, architect Turtle Point Jack Nicklaus, architect Seabrook Island Resort Courses 843.768.2529 www.discoverseabrook.com Crooked Oaks Course Robert Trent Jones, Sr., architect Ocean Winds Course Willard Byrd, architect Wild Dunes Resort Courses Isle of Palms, 843.886.2255 www.wilddunes.com The Harbor Course The Links Course Tom Fazio, architect
LOCAL COURSES Charleston Municipal James Island, 843.795.6517 John E. Adams, architect
Charleston National Country Club Mt. Pleasant, 843.884.4653 Rees Jones, architect Coosaw Creek Country Club N. Charleston, 843.767.9000 Arthur Hills, architect Crowfield Golf & Country Club Goose Creek, 843.764.4618 Robert Spense, architect Dunes West Golf Club Mt. Pleasant, 843.856.9000 Arthur Hills, architect Golf Club at Briar’s Creek Johns Island, 843.768.3050 Rees Jones, architect Golf Club at Wescott Plantation N. Charleston, 843.871.2135 Michael Hurdzan, architect Legend Oaks Plantation Course Summerville, 843.821.4077 Scott W. Pool, architect Links at Stono Ferry Hollywood, 843.763.1817 Ron Garl, architect Patriots Point Links Mt. Pleasant, 843.881.0042 William Byrd, architect Pine Forest Country Club Summerville 843.851.1193 Robert Spense, architect RiverTowne Country Club Mt. Pleasant, 843.216.3777 Arnold Palmer, architect
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Calendar of Events January - March 2011
CBT www.charlestonballet.org
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First Friday’s on Broad “Wine Down after the Holidays” Galleries on Broad St, www.charlestongalleryrow.com, 843.722.1944, 5-8pm.
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Exploration and Discovery: Staking a Claim - Charles Towne Landing The Birthplace of SC - 843.852.4200, www.charlestownelanding.travel
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Charleston Ballet Theatre Presents: Nashville, 800.745.3000, www.charlestonballet.org
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Charleston Restaurant Week – Drastically reduced menu prices at participating restaurants. See www.restaurantweekcharleston.com
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Charleston Symphony Orchestra Spiritual Ensemble 866.811.4111 or www.csospiritual.com. Also on Feb. 5
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Chamber Music House Concerts – call 843.763.4941, www.chambermusiccharleston.org
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31st Annual Charleston Boat Show – North Charleston Convention Cntr – 864.250.9713, www.thecharlestonboatshow.com
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Lowcountry Oyster Festival – Featured event! See page 54.
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City Under Siege: Charleston in the Civil War – Charleston Museum, 843.722.2996, www.charlestonmuseum.org
FEBRUARY 2011 Saturdays
Celebrate Gullah Heritage – Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, craft demonstrations, quilting, sweetgrass baskets, sewing, cooking, story-telling, spiritual singing, 843.881.5516, www.nps.gov/chpi
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Charleston Stage Presents: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Dock Street Theatre, 843.577.7183 or www.charlestonstage.com
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Day in the Life of a Colonist - Charles Towne Landing - The Birthplace of SC - A living history event - 843.852.4200, www.charlestownelanding.travel
18 – 20
Southeastern Wildlife Exposition – Featured event! See page 54.
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Art & Wine Walk – Freshfields Village, Johns Island, 5-7pm, 843.768.6491.
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Civil War Living History Encampment – Middleton Place, 843.556.6020 or www.middletonplace.org
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Chamber Music Gallery Concert: Shostakovich String Quartet & Mozart Clarinet Quintet, Wells Gallery, 3pm, 843.763.4941, www.chambermusiccharleston.org
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Chamber Music Presents “Classical Kids Concert”: History of the Sweetgrass Basket – Circular Congregational Church, 1pm, 843.763.4941, www.chambermusiccharleston.org
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Celebrate Gullah Heritage – Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, craft demonstrations, quilting, sweetgrass baskets, sewing, cooking, story-telling, spiritual singing, 843.881.5516, www.nps.gov/chpi
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Charleston Food + Wine Festival – Featured Event! See page 56.
3, 6, 11, 12
Charleston Ballet Theatre Presents: The Golden Oscar Retrospective of the best Oscar Gala dance performances, 843.723.7334, www.charlestonballet.org
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French Quarter Art Walk – downtown Charleston, galleries on Meeting, Church, State, E. Bay, Broad, Queen and more, free and open to public, 5-8pm, 843.577.7101
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Charleston Chamber Opera Presents “American Masters”, A Musical Response to Art of Our Time. Gibbles Museum Rotunda, 3pm, 843.722.2706, www.gibbesmuseum.org
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Charleston Stage Presents: Helium – Dock Street Theatre, 843.577.7183, www.charlestonstage.com
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Piecing Together the Past with Archaeology - Hands on activities and demonstrations - Charles Towne Landing - The Birthplace of SC - A living history event - 843.852.4200, www.charlestownelanding.travel
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Irish Show – Featured event! See page 55.
16 – 20
The Charleston Art & Antiques Forum – Events and lectures, 843.723.1623, www.charlestonantiquesforum.org
22 – 26
Charleston Fashion Week – Featured event! See page 56.
25 – 27
Charleston Stage Presents: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer – Dock Street Theatre, 843.577.7183, www.charlestonstage.com
Secessionists www.middletonplace.org
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Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Featured event! See page 55.
17 – 4/16
64rd Annual Spring Festival of Houses & Gardens – Explore the interiors and gardens of some of the finest residences in America, (843) 722-3405, www.historiccharleston.org
17 – 4/1
34th Symphony Designer Showhouse 89 Beaufain, 10am – 4pm, Sun 1-4pm, $15pp, www.scolinc.org
18 – 20
Charleston International Antiques Show Featured Event! See page 56
22 – 26
Charleston Fashion Week Featured Event! See page 56.
Theatre Charleston www.theatrecharleston.com
ONGOING EVENTS Dates Vary
Theatre Charleston presents the following – January: Outrage, The Drowsy Chaperone, A Raisin in the Sun. February: A Raisin in the Sun, The Drowsy Chaperone, Cafe La Boheme, Long Time Since Yesterday, Fat Pig. March: Long Time Since Yesterday, Fat Pig, Boeing Boeing, Messiah on the Frigidaire, More Fun Than Bowling. For schedule and show times visit www.theatrecharleston.com
2/19, 3/19
Cannon Firings - Living history demonstrations in period costumes Charles Towne Landing - The Birthplace of SC - A living history event 843.852.4200, www.charlestownelanding.travel
March–April Charleston’s Peak Blooming Season - See azaleas, camellias, wisteria, flowering fruit trees, quince, red buds, forsythias, pearl bushes, Jessamine, honeysuckle, dogwoods, anemones, hyacinths, lilies, star and saucer magnolias and many more. Thru 5/20
Albino Alligator at the SC Aquarium – 843.577.FISH, www.scaquarium.org
Thru 3/31
National Outdoor Sculpture Competition & Exhibition – N. Charleston Riverfront park – 843.740.5854, www.northcharleston.org
Thru 9/5
Threads of War: Clothing & Textiles of the Civil War – The Charleston Museum, 843.722.2996, www.charlestonmuseum.org
Thru 4/17
34th Symphony Designer Showhouse – 89 Beaufain, 10am – 4pm, Sun 1-4pm, $15pp, www.scolinc.org
Thru 2015
Secessionists, Soldiers and Slaves: The Middleton Family's Civil War, special changing exhibits commemorating the Civil War sesquicentennial anniversaries, 843.556.6020, www.middletonplace.org
Thru 2015
Secessionists, Soldiers and Slaves: The Alston Family's Civil War – Edmondston-Alston House, 21 East Battery, 843.556.6020, www.middletonplace.org
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Tide Charts January - March 2011
Charleston and most other coastal areas experience two high and two low tides per day. Tides are caused by the gravitational effect of the moon. Why are knowing the tides helpful? If a day of fishing is planned, doing so when the tides are changing will normally prove to be when the catching is best. When planning a trip to the beach it's also nice to know whether the tides are in or out. The waves will naturally be larger on an incoming tide.
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AM 11:35 ----12:30 1:18 2:02 2:45 3:25 4:05 4:45 5:27 6:15 7:08 8:08 9:11 10:10 11:06 11:57 ----12:48 1:39 2:29 3:20 4:13 5:08 6:06 12:56 8:14 9:19 10:21 11:17 -----
PM 11:39 12:27 1:15 1:59 2:42 3:32 3:59 4:36 5:13 5:51 6:34 7:22 8:15 9:12 10:09 11:04 11:57 12:45 1:32 2:18 3:04 3:51 4:39 5:29 6:23 1:05 8:24 9:28 10:28 11:24 12:07
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Tide predictions provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) at the Custom Wharf House in Charleston Harbor.
AM 5:23 6:16 7:05 7:50 8:32 9:12 9:50 10:27 11:04 11:44 12:05 12:54 1:43 2:44 3:42 4:39 5:33 6:24 7:12 8:00 8:46 9:33 10:21 11:12 ----7:09 2:01 3:07 4:10 5:09 6:01
PM 5:28 6:21 7:09 7:55 8:37 9:18 9:58 10:38 11:20 ----12:27 1:16 2:11 3:09 4:07 5:02 5:55 6:45 7:34 8:23 9:13 10:04 10:58 11:55 12:06 7:21 2:07 3:12 4:15 5:13 6:05
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PM 12:53 1:35 2:14 2:50 3:24 3:57 4:30 5:05 5:46 6:33 7:28 8:30 9:35 10:37 11:35 12:18 1:05 1:54 2:40 3:27 4:15 5:05 5:59 6:58 8:03 9:08 10:11 11:07
AM 6:48 7:30 8:08 8:45 9:19 9:53 10:26 11:01 11:39 12:01 12:52 1:52 2:58 4:02 5:02 5:58 6:49 7:39 8:27 9:15 10:03 10:54 11:48 12:36 1:40 2:45 3:49 4:47
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AM 11:41 ----12:42 1:23 2:01 2:38 3:13 3:48 4:24 5:04 5:50 6:45 8:47 9:54 10:57 11:55 12:14 1:11 2:06 2:59 3:51 4:44 5:37 6:32 7:29 8:29 9:29 10:27 11:20 ----12:33
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AM 5:37 6:22 7:03 7:40 8:16 8:50 9:22 9:54 10:26 11:02 11:45 12:10 1:11 3:18 4:26 5:30 6:29 7:23 8:15 9:05 9:54 10:44 11:36 12:16 1:14 2:15 3:18 4:18 5:13 6:03 6:48
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Visitor 411 Population: Estimated to be 124,500 in 2009 – Charleston is the second largest city in the State. Population for the Metro Area estimates a total population of 659,000 – the largest in the State. Climate: Charleston’s subtropical climate is known for mild winters, warm temperatures in the spring and fall with hot and humid summer seasons. Hurricanes are a threat during summer and early fall. The last was Hugo in 1989 a categ ry 4 storm.
Emergency Services: Dial 911
Area Information Visitor Centers: DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON: 375 Meeting St. MOUNT PLEASANT: 99 Harry Hallman Jr. Blvd. NORTH CHARLESTON: 4975 Centre Point Dr. SUMMERVILLE: 402 N. Main St.
Parking: There are numerous parking garages in downtown Charleston which can be found on our downtown map. Metered street parking is an option throughout the city as well.
Public Transportation: DOWNTOWN TROLLEY: Bus system offers free transportation (see map for routes). carta.com CARTA: Bus system transports passengers everywhere from the beach and beyond. carta.com AIRPORT: Charleston International, International Blvd (off of I-526), North Charleston AMTRAK: Gaynor Ave, North Charleston. amtrak.com WATER TAXI: Transports visitors from downtown to the USS Yorktown & Mount Pleasant. charlestonwatertaxi.com. 843.330.2989
Top Five Employers: Joint Charleston (Navy & Air Force Bases): 22,000 Medical University of South Carolina: 11,000 Charleston County Schools: 7,200 Berkeley County Schools: 3,650 Dorchester County Schools: 2,800
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Directory Of Advertisers FUN & RECREATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aquarium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Audubon Center, Beidler Forest . . . . . . . . .17 Barrier Island Eco Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Boone Hall Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Bulldog Walking Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Carriage & Harbor Tour Combo . . . . . . . . .37 Charles Towne Landing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Charleston Harbor Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Charleston Tea Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Children's Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Culinary Walking Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Edmondston-Alston House . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Folly Beach, City of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Plantation & Harbor Tour Combo . . . . . . . .16 Magnolia Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Middleton Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Palmetto Carriage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Patriots Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Schooner Pride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
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