A Legacy of Flowers
Q&A with Centenarian and Summerville, SC resident, Elisabeth Grimsley It was such a pleasure and a privilege to sit a while with Summerville SC resident and owner of Flowertown Florist, Elisabeth Grimsley, who turned 100 on February 29th. A leap day baby, Elisabeth (Elsie) jokingly claims that she is really only 25 – and given […]
Cafe de Fleur
A new cafe blossoms in the heart of Flowertown.By Eboni JohnsonPhotography by Bianka Lamb Café de Fleur is a brand new coffee shop/café pleasantly located on West Richardson Avenue, right in the heart of downtown Summerville. Upon entry, customers are welcomed with vibrant artwork, and stunning natural lighting that eloquently shine against the white walls. […]
Above Board
Charcuterie boards are having a moment right now and with good reason. They are beautiful, versatile and nothing says “let’s gather” quite like the board. Smoked Oyster Cheeseball INGREDIENTS 1 can smoked oysters, drained8 oz cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon curry powder 1/2 cup chopped pecans1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley PREPARATION Combine all ingredients […]
Circle of Dreams
With a handcrafted, heirloom-quality bamboo fly rod in hand, Bill Oyster casts into a circle of dreams. by Susan FramptonPhotography: Oyster Fine Bamboo Fly Rods The morning is crisp and cool as the fisherman steps into the stream, his flyrod at the ready. Once again, the siren song of clear water flowing over the ancient […]
Daufuskie Island: Remembering the Magic
Whether you are a Come’yuh or a Bin’yuh, there is magic to be found on Daufuski Island. by Susan FramptonPhotography by J. Lachenman Over 1,000 barrier islands are strewn along the southeastern coastline, stretching from North Carolina’s Cape Fear to northern Florida. Some are small and uninhabited, while others have become integral parts of mainland communities. Among them, Daufuski […]
AZALEA TAILS
Django & Gracie Whether it’s eyeing game or the ice cream truck, these two lovable dogs are the epitome of “work hard, play hard” and living your best life. Clinton and Camille Lemon of Edisto, SC will tell you that their dogs BoJangles (aka Django) and Gracie Two-Boots (Gracie) may look like professionals but they […]
Bountiful
Summerville local and Founder and Chief Executive Gardener of Katie’s Krops, Katie Stagliano, has been named ‘Southerner of the Year for 2023’. Summerville local and the Founder and Chief Executive Gardener of Katie’s Krops, Katie Stagliano, has been named as a ‘Southerner of the Year for 2023 by Southern Living Magazine. Stagliano is named one […]
Meet the Mayor
AZALEA sits down with Summerville, SC Mayor-Elect, Russ Touchberry What was your favorite thing about growing up in the Lowcountry? The outdoors. Especially being near the salt water evokes some of my fondest memories of shrimping with my Dad. What’s your dream job I really feel like I have it. I get to help businesses […]
A Contemporary History
Summerville, SC historian, author, and retired Executive Director, George McDaniel, offers a unique perspective on Drayton Hall, the place, the people, and the stories they share.By Eliza Chapman BaileyPhotographs by J.Lachenman, Drayton Hall, Tony Sweet Storytelling is a dance, an ebb and flow of ideas, concepts, and perspectives. They entertain, evoke emotions, teach lessons, and […]
Haunted Summerville
Tales of the Mysterious & Unexplained… The Mysterious Man of Little Main “My father’s ghostly account was so real, he recorded it in his diary,” says Mr. Robert Anderson as he sits behind the desk where his father sat on the night of his encounter. “He was a number cruncher, so he was all about […]