Holiday Shops with Belmond Charleston Place
Love the Holidays! The songs, the food, the festive decorations... it's the best time of year! And of course, certain activities put me in the Holiday spirit, like shopping for loved ones. For me, there is a sense of nostalgia that comes with holiday shopping and I'm sure that this reigns true for you as well.…
Asian Soul Food in Charleston
One of the most talked about restaurants in Charleston is Xiao Bao Biscuit (SEE OU! / BAOW / BISKIT). Have you heard of it? It's Charleston's favorite spot for Asian Soul food. It's a bit off the beaten path (I'd recommend that you hail a rickshaw) but it's what makes the atmosphere. Once a gas…
A Flavorful Restaurant in Charleston
Fresh. Local. Flavorful. This is how I describe The Park Café, a bright and airy café serving American fare located in a revitalized neighborhood in Charleston, S.C. This Cafe was hands down of one of my favorite stops on my recent trip to Charleston. The co-owner, Xan McLaughlin, was incredibly hospitable and good-natured. The owners aimed to…
American-Made Lifestyle Accessories
I love to find locally-sourced goods, especially when they're handcrafted, stylish and unique. Dewdrop Designs offers an American-made collection of lifestyle accessories. From handmade African bead necklaces to hand printed leather bags -- they offer something for everyone. Many of the pieces are actually made just a few hours north of Sea Island in Beaufort,…
Charleston's Seafood Restaurant
Far from it, don't let the name fool you. Mike Lata's most recent project took him out of FIG and around the corner then north on King Street to an incredible building that eerily resembles a bank called The Ordinary. Luckily for you and me, the only loans distributed are world class memories that make…