Food + Beverage

Community Expresses Love

Neighbors rallied after a lightning strike loss and now the fisherman is giving back Article by Sarah Rose | Photography by Bridgit McBee Pull Quote (page 2): Our community gave me the ability to get up and functioning properly without the stress of having to build it all back on my own. After 47 years of commercial fishing, owner of Abundant Seafood , Captain Mark Marhefka had never been hit by lightning. However, that changed one summer day in 2025 when intense storms surrounded the waters...

Food + Beverage

Goat Cheese Crème Brûlée

Inviting you to enjoy The Post House’s signature flavors at home Article by Taylor Woolman | Photography by Andrew Cebulka There’s no place more quintessentially Mount Pleasant than the Post House, a favorite known for its warmth, history, and standout dining in the heart of Old Village. Welcoming guests since 1896, the coastal tavern and inn offers an inviting, lived-in atmosphere and has become a go-to gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. It’s known for its thoughtful seasonal...

Style + Beauty

Making–Not Breaking–The Moulds with Heirloom Violet

Creating custom fine jewelry that is made to Last Article by Sarah Rose | Photography by Bridgit McBee Having served time in the Marines, Zach Moulds never imagined that he would pursue a career in making classical and timeless jewelry. Yet after working in the industry for nearly a decade, he and his wife, Emily Moulds, who has a background as a clothing designer for Diane von Furstenberg in New York, launched their company, Heirloom Violet , in Sept. 2024. With a passion for building cars...

Life + Culture

More Than A Meal

Charleston Wine + Food Presents Dine on a Mat: A Taste of the Lowcountry’s Roots in African culinary traditions Article by Sarah Rose | Photography by Courtesy of Charleston Wine + Food This spring, the Charleston Wine + Food Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary with the theme of “Past, Present and Future.” One of the events on their schedule that stands out from a historical perspective is the Dine on a Mat experience, which honors the African ancestors of the enslaved people who built...

Home + Design

Where Grit Meets Grace

A Charleston brand built on transformation Article by Taylor Woolman | Photography by Courtesy of Grit & Grace From a single, hand-gilded oyster shell to a purpose-driven studio with a growing national following, Grit & Grace Studio  is a brand built on transformation, intention, and a deep connection to the Lowcountry. The story began in Charleston, where founder Rachel Gordon became captivated by oysters, not just for their unmistakable coastal beauty, but for what they represent...

Arts + Culture

Love Where You Live

Local finds worth falling in love with Article by Emilie Alline This Valentine’s Day, I’m keeping it close to home and showing some love to the small shops that make our community feel special. Instead of defaulting to big-box stores, consider skipping them this year and exploring the local gems right around the corner. I love everything from handmade jewelry and painted cutting boards to screen-printed Charleston tees, oyster shells turned into art, cheeky party favors, and beautifully dipped...

Fitness

A Passion for Wellness

How This Hub has become Mount Pleasant’s One-Stop Shop for Health, Healing and Recovery Article by Sarah Rose | Photography by Bridgit McBee As a teenager growing up in Worcester, New York, Morgan Rutkowski enjoyed playing soccer and basketball as well as participating in band and chorus. Driven by an affinity for movement, rhythm and music, she pursued a bachelor’s of science degree in public health from the State University of New York at Potsdam.  In 2016, Rutkowski moved to Denver...

Food + Beverage

A Take on Tokyo’s Pub Scene

How Shokudo is Modernizing Traditional Japanese Tavern Food Article by Sarah Rose | Photography by Photos courtesy, The Indigo Road Although Masa Hamaya-Shokudo has always found beauty in hospitality, he didn’t view the food and beverage industry as a career path until after he graduated from Arizona State University and returned to Tokyo, Japan, where he was born and raised. During his time working there in a different role, he realized a desire to move back to the United States and found...

Fitness

Not a Traditional Doctor’s Office

Elite Healthcare Promotes Collaboration Between Providers Practicing Different Disciplines Article by Sarah Rose | Photography by Photos courtesy of Dr. Brown In 2002, after graduating from Life University in Marietta, GA, Doctor of Chiropractic Todd Brown moved to Miami, Florida to practice alongside his close friend and mentor, Dr. Joe Gambardella. There he realized how his work could change patients’ lives, helping them move better, feel better and even avoid surgery. “The experience...

Local Services

Guidance from Holistic Wellness Collective

Healing, Grounding and Confidence-Building Practices to Break Generational Trauma and Addiction Article by Sarah Rose | Photography by Bridgit McBee As a child growing up in a family that suffered with inter-generational trauma and addiction, Andrea Meier knew from an early age that she wanted to help others overcome the pain they were enduring from similar situations. Without anyone to talk to who could understand what she was experiencing and who could guide her towards the tools she needed...