FROM THE EDITOR

EDITOR’S LETTER

Christmas is just around the corner and if you haven't started on your gift list or planning your dinner this is the perfect issue for you. We have plenty to entertain and help you get in the festive spirit. All I want for Christmas takes center stage to help you with your list for Santa. Let’s hope were on the nice list!

A long time Christmas favorite is Christmas in Charleston, from the newest hotel to the newest restaurant on the scene, we have it covered.

From Soul food and its original celebratory beginnings to sweet potato favorites we have the recipes and the libations to spark up your holiday table.

Our cover model India Hicks shares some intriguing tales in her newest book, An Entertaining Story published by Rizzoli. Her celebrations on Harbour Island have become legendary. I’m sure she has broken a few glass ceilings herself as it has historically now occurred in time as we embark on a new era with the first female vice president.

At this time of year, as throughout the year, we are exceedingly grateful - for all those we have known for eons and for those who are new to us. It’s been a heck of a year and just when we think we have seen it all, we are feted to new experiences we could never have imagined. Most importantly of all we wish you a very happy and festive season that brings peace, prosperity and unity. Cheers!

Colleen Colleen Guilfoile Richmond