There’s no shortage of mocktail options at Minero. | Photo by @mineroji
Every year, people looking to ditch the booze buzz after a holiday season full of indulgence give Dry January a try — a month dedicated to going alcohol-free.
If you’re giving Dry January a go, your alcohol-free options aren’t limited to soda and tea. Here are some spots around Charleston to help you through.
Minero Mexican Grill + Cantina: Enjoy your favorite spirited drink... minus the spirits — try the Margarita Zero or the Paloma Zero.
Marbled & Fin: Add some flavorful fun to your meal with the Much Appreciated, I’ll Take Five, or the Catamaran Tan.
Gabrielle: Feel like a VIP sipping Jack Black-berry, Katy Peary, and Christina Applegate.
Sweatman’s Garden: Enjoy the classics or try something new, like the lime cream soda, at this gourmet soda spot.
The Matador: Satisfy your fruity fix with one of these three drinks made with Lyre’s premium non-alcoholic spirits — Scratch Margarita, Pomegranate Mule, or Cucumber Paloma.
The Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular | 8 p.m. | Charleston | $25+ | Snag your tickets and prepare for a night of great music, fantastic visuals, and audience participation. Jokes @ Blokes Comedy Show | 8:30-10 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, Mount Pleasant | $10 | Gather your friends for a night of laughter. Restaurant Week 2025 | Times vary | Until Sunday, Jan. 19 | Locations vary | Prices vary | This culinary celebration is an opportunity to try something new or indulge in favorites.
Saturday, Jan. 11
Scales and Tails | 10-11 a.m. | Old Santee Canal Park, Moncks Corner | Free with park admission | Start your day with a unique, hands-on experience in the world of creepy, crawly things. Marsh Ecology Walk + Somatic Stress Workshop | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Shem Creek Boardwalk, Mount Pleasant | $50 | Head to the Shem Creek boardwalk for a marsh ecology walk + learn the practice of somatics.
Sunday, Jan. 12
Pastel Candle Making Party | 1-2:30 p.m. | 1366 Old Georgetown Rd., Ste. 103, Mount Pleasant | $35 | Learn how to make a customizable candle made from recycled wax.
Burrr. Meteorologists are tracking a winter storm set to move through the Lowcountry — inland communities could even see a brief sprinkle of snow and sleet. Track all the latest details and see what you can expect in your neighborhood. (WCSC)
Civic
The Town of Mount Pleasant will hold a special election on Tuesday, March 25, to fill Council Member Carl Ritchie’s seat. Ritchie was recently sworn in as the new Charleston County sheriff.
Biz
The US longshoremen reached a tentative agreement for a six-year contract with ports and shippers avoiding a potential strike. Both sides agreed to protect union jobs and allow ports on the East and Gulf coasts to modernize with new technology. (WCIV)
Robert Smalls, a former enslaved man, Civil War hero, and South Carolina congressman with Charleston ties, will have a permanent place on the SC Statehouse grounds. A committee has approved the design and location for the statue to honor Smalls. (The Post and Courier)
Try This
Calling all outdoor explorers. Coastal Atlas, a resource that compiles about four decades worth of coastal information, history, and data points, is now available for you. The service uses videos, maps, and pictures to educate folks about the region. (WCSC)
Answered
Last week, we asked you how you like to eat oysters. A majority of people said raw, the second most popular option was steamed, followed by fried and char-grilled. Get your oyster fix at an upcoming roast.
Outdoors
Four planets in one view. Every night this month, look for Venus, Saturn, and Mars all in alignment. Pull out a telescope, and you’ll also be able to spot Uranus and Neptune. (NASA)
Trending
A Lowcountry lottery player picked up more than snacks during a lucky pre-football game grocery run — he also scored a $1 million winning ticket. “It was crazy and wild,” he said. See which game he won.*
New car insurance. Real talk — car insurance prices are expected to jump 22% by end of year, according to a recent study. It’s worth shopping around and comparing rates on Money’s Best Car Insurance list to make sure you’re getting the best price.
Have Restaurant Week plans? After your meal, tell us where you went and all about your favorite bites for a chance to be featured in a newsletter this month.
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