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• Soul Mondays | Monday, Feb. 5 | 6-9 p.m. | Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hwy., Charleston | Free | Start your week off with a free live show featuring Whut, a Psychedelic American Roots trio from Charleston that blends jazz, hip hop, and the blues into a modern sound.
• Ritual’s 2nd Annual Holy City Food + Bev Ball | Monday, Feb. 5 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | Ritual Rooftop Restaurant + Lounge, 145 Calhoun St., Charleston | Free | This will be a night of celebrating all of the hard-working local industry workers.

• Homemade Seafood Gnocchi | Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 6-8 p.m. | Indigo Reef Brewing, 2079 Wambaw Creek Unit 1, Charleston | $55 | Feel free to sit back, relax, and watch or get more hands-on with this cooking class — no experience needed.
• A Trip to Operatic Italy | Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 6-8 p.m. | Gage Hall, 4 Archdale St., Charleston | $10-$25 | There will be a presentation of Italy’s favorite opera houses and filmed performances by renowned singers followed by performances by members of the Charleston Opera Theater and light refreshments.
• Paint your Angel - Intuitive Art Class | Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Striped Pig Distillery, 2225 Old School Dr., North Charleston | $45 | Join for an evening of creativity, attendees will tap into their intuition and express themselves through art.

• Chill drinks in a “Cheers” beverage tub.
• These football-themed paper food trays and liner napkins are perfect to serve a crowd.
• This triple slow cooker buffet lets you keep multiple dishes warm.
• Swifties can sport a best-selling “Go Taylor’s Boyfriend” tee or this “Taylor’s Version” NFL crewneck.
• Rooting for the 49ers? Display this 49ers flag.

• Did you hear? Palmira BBQ opened last weekend at 2366 Ashley River Rd. Its pitmaster, Hector Garate, pulls flavors and techniques from Texas, the Carolinas, and his roots, Puerto Rico. The current operating hours are Thursday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

• The 2024 Charleston Winter Wine Festival has been rescheduled for Saturday, Feb. 24, from 1 until 5 p.m. It’s now taking place at the Charleston Harbor Cruise Terminal. Get the details.

• Mark Phoenix, also known as “Big Daddy,” owner of Big Daddy’s Pork Skins, passed away last week at the age of 63. Phoenix started the local pork skins company over a decade ago at the Summerville Farmers Market and would be seen selling various pork skins and cracklins at different markets and events around Charleston. (WCSC)

• “Untitled Places” is an upcoming exhibition at City Gallery from Friday, March 1 through Sunday, May 5, showcasing landscapes by photographer Nigel Parry. City Gallery will host an opening reception on Friday, March 1, at 5 p.m. and an artist’s talk on Saturday, March 16, at 2 p.m., both free to the community. (Holy City Sinner)

Taste the love

• Satisfy any sweet tooth with a peanut butter heart bar.
• Share this satisfying 12-piece bonbon gift box with someone special.

Read the love

• Express your appreciation for digital love with an online dating Valentine’s card.
• The “I Thank God For You Card” is one way to show adoration this year.

Editor’s picks

• City Editor Callie’s pick: “What’s more Charleston than a window box and shutter combo? Surprise your loved one with this simple, yet gorgeous piece of art that will freshen up your home while giving off the Lowcountry vibe.”
• City Editor Erika’s pick: “Who doesn’t love a little self-care? This Heal Brown Sugar Scrub by local brand She Biology is the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day.”