Creating Community
ACCOMPLISHED ARTIST, ELIZABETH MCCEEVER FINDS AND EXPRESSES JOY IN CAPTURING THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE By Eliza Chapman Bailey he more time you spend with someone, the more you learn about their journey. The most unassuming person surprises you with a casual remark about a notable achievement they have accomplished. Elizabeth McKeever, an artist and fabricator, is […]
Central Casting
Three cast iron cobblers that are sure to warm the belly & the heart. Sweet Potato Pecan Cobbler Ingredients 1 1/2 cups sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg5 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 29oz cans sweet potatoes in syrup 2 teaspoonsvanilla extract5 tablespoons butter cubed1/4 cup pecan pieces Ingredients (Crust) 1 1/2 cups all […]
The Pine Forest Inn
Set against the backdrop of the golden age of travel and the movement to the pines, Summerville’s Pine Forest Inn emerged as a world-renowned luxury resort whose mythos continues to hold a place in Summerville’s storied past. The golden age of travel, spanning from the late 19th century to the 1930s, was an era when […]
The Dream Team
THEIR WORK HAS CONTRIBUTED TO SOME OF SUMMERVILLE’S MOST RECOGNIZED LOGOS, LANDMARKS, AND LIBATIONS. WHEN WILL AND DOTTIE RIZZO TURN THEIR DREAMS INTO REALITIES, WE ALL WAKE UP TO MAGIC. By Susan Frampton Step into the elegantly eclectic ambiance of The Azalea Bar and Garden, and you’ll immediately get a feel for the aesthetics of […]
Past Forward
A NEW VINTAGE SHOP HAS HIT DOWNTOWN SUMMERVILLE AND IT IS A TREASURE TROVE OF TIMELESS STYLE In an age where fast fashion dominates, there is a growing movement around clothes that tell a story. Vintage pieces that have stood the test of time beautifully and carry with them the character and nostalgia of decades […]
Family Fare
The rich traditions of Italian baking and fine specialty coffee have found a home in the heart of downtown Summerville, where Talucci’s Bakery inspires the community through its passion for family, food, and service. It’s 6:45 a.m. on a Thursday in downtown Summerville. The streets are still dark, with most of the town not yet […]
SC Certified Sweetness
Fiddler’s Honey & Apiary – Unique and flavorful expressions of nature’s beauty in every jar and hive by Eliza Chapman Bailey, Photographs by Laura Melfi To create honey, bees gather a combination of flavors and aromas that reflect the diverse bouquet of flowers they have visited. When you taste honey, you’re not just enjoying a […]
Chef Jake
Chef Jake White’s in-home chef service crafts gourmet meals interwoven with sustenance By Eliza Chapman Bailey, Photography Courtesy of Subject harleston Chef Service is an in-home chef-created experience that combines culinary artistry with holistic well-being. Owner Chef Jake White crafts gourmet meals that foster fellowship. His culinary approach, which he calls Farmentation, emphasizes food’s healing […]
Veronica Gaillard
Extraordinary storyteller and Fat Cat Productions performanc artist creates powerful memories that last long after her tales are told. by Eliza Chapman Bailey, Photographs by Laura Melfi The art of storytelling is rooted in oral traditions centered around themes of family, community, folklore, and the supernatural. It has been used for centuries to explain the […]
A Timeless Escape
Step back in time at Wentworth Mansion in Charleston, SC – where old Charleston opulence meets modern luxury. Photographs Courtesy of Wentworth Mansion Approaching Wentworth Mansion from the charming, oak-lined Wentworth Avenue, you are immediately struck by its imposing yet inviting presence. Nestled among the quiet residential streets of the surrounding neighborhood, it stands as […]