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Event Spotlight
Kick off the Year of the Horse with a week of Lunar New Year specials at Beautiful South. | Photo by Andrew Cebulka
The Lunar New Year is approaching, and although its official dates vary across Asian cultures, it’s a celebration of the start of spring and a new year on the lunisolar calendar.
Keep reading for a few ways to celebrate the Year of the Horse.
Beautiful South Lunar New Year prix fixe dinner | Tuesday, Feb. 17 | $95+ | Join the story-driven experience highlighting classic holiday dishes like dumplings (wealth), long uncut noodles (long life), and whole fish + duck (abundance and unity).
Two Bit Club Red Envelope Campaign | Monday, Feb. 16-Sunday, Feb. 22 | Price of purchase | This event is in celebration of the Vietnamese New Year and inspired by the tradition of gifting red envelopes for good fortune. Guests will receive a red envelope at the end of their meal with a surprise offer redeemable in March.
Next month, Sephora is set to open its newest area store in Mount Pleasant, at Wando Crossing and it will be nestled between TJ Maxx and Crumbl. Stay tuned for an official opening date. (The Post and Courier)
Mansion Monday
This home oozes quintessential Lowcountry vibes — take a look for yourself. The 4,772-sqft estate sits on more than 195 acres and is loaded with history. Fun fact: This land is part of the original Bonny Hall Plantation, a land grant from King George II in 1705.
Eat
Tomorrow, Feb. 17, is Mardi Gras, the annual pre-Lent celebration set to take over streets across the world. If you aren’t joining the 1.4 million expected visitors at the country’s biggest celebration in New Orleans, you can get a taste of the fun with some Cajun cuisine at LoLA Park Circle.
Wellness
Consider this your sign to indulge in a little self-care. Charleston Medical Spa’s Glow Facial Reset hydrates, de-puffs, detoxifies, and boosts circulation for a healthier, more radiant complexion. The best part? Custom facials include a complimentary LED light therapy and lymphatic massage through March. Learn more and shop the deal.*
Job
Know someone looking for a job? Kiawah Island Golf Resort is hosting several on-site job fairs. Attendees will be eligible for sign-on bonuses: $100 for part-time and seasonal positions and $250 for full-time roles. The next event is at Mingo Point today from 1 to 6 p.m.
Drink
The most expensive US whiskey sale ever — a bottle of 1982 Kentucky bourbon — recently sold for ~$162,000 in New York City. You won’t need pockets anywhere near as deep at one of Charleston’s buzzy happy hours. (Southern Living)
Try This
Can’t get enough of the Winter Olympics? You’ve still got time to emulate Team USA’s success by trying out a winter sport of your own at Carolina Ice Palace, where skating lessons, open sessions, and hockey are all on the schedule.
Real Estate
Stability is in style. US homeowners are setting new records for staying put, with the average homeowner now living in their house for about nine years. While your moving boxes gather dust, who says you can’t have a little fun browsing Charleston’s real estate? (Axios)
Learn
Garden design, color theory, calligraphy, portrait photography, and embroidery. These are just a handful of the expert-led, creative classes available on Skillshare, an online learning community recognized by The New York Times and Forbes. Start a one-month free trial + dive into new skills.*
Number
$0. That’s how much 94% of Nourish patients pay out of pocket to talk to a dietitian covered by their insurance. You could be covered, too — check your coverage + get matched with a dietitian who can cut through the food noise and build you a plan to thrive.*
Job
POV: You’re in a bind trying to fill an important role for your local biz. We can help. Post your opening on our Job Board and get connected to top local talent.
The Buy
Tired of being … tired? You’re not alone. For millions of people over 35, the problem isn’t stress, late nights, or a busy schedule — it’s mineral deficiency. That’s where Organixx Magnesium 7 comes in. The doctor-formulated supplement features seven highly absorbable forms of magnesium to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep through the night, and wake up feeling well-rested.
🥇 There’s a problem at the Winter Olympics — medals keep breaking. Well, nobody’s perfect. Charleston’s roads could do with repairing, too, especially now that pothole season is here. Find out how to report them in the Holy City.
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