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Softie season has arrived
The Grocery is just one of the spots you can enjoy the seasonal crustacean. | Photo by The Grocery
This seasonal delicacy is available in spring and lasts through the summer months, making it an unofficial indicator that summer’s on the way. Tap here to learn about the molting crustaceans, then keep reading for 12 spots where you can get a taste.
FIG | Stop by this upscale neighborhood bistro for a sautéed softie with sunchoke rice grits and sauce grenobloise.
The Grocery | Try them three ways at this Cannon Street spot — old school (sauteed in lemon caper butter), old South (cornmeal-dusted and fried), old world (wood-fired with tomato vinaigrette).
Sorelle | Known for its Italian ways, this classic spot is serving them piccata-style with brown butter, lemon, and capers — can we go ahead and request seconds?
Marbled & Fin | Prepare for a pan-fried soft-shell crab with Vietnamese fish sauce caramel, a shaved asparagus salad with charred spring onion and orange vinaigrette, finished with pea shoots and micro herbs from King Tide Farms.
Art Charleston | Wednesday, April 22-Sunday, April 26 | Times vary | Gibbes Museum of Art | This five-day celebration of the arts features a culinary street festival with 20+ local chefs, a designer luncheon, and a jazz concert — plus daily tours, workshops, lectures, and exhibits.*
Let us introduce you to a space that feels elegant, yet cozy enough to call home. We’re loving the warm, glossy hardwood floors, beamed ceilings, and all the porch space. Take a look around and see what else this 5,291-sqft Daniel Island home has to offer.
Plan Ahead
Spring is in full swing, meaning our calendars are packed with events like baseball games, gardening workshops, and outdoor festivals. Find more fun near you this season with our ultimate guide to Charleston’s top happenings. We’ll see you there.
Number
$200. That’s the total savings you could score with this quarterly special from Charleston Medical Spa on the same cutting-edge skin-tightening technology celebrities (like Kim Kardashian) are turning to. Lift, firm, and define — with no needles or downtime. Learn more about the treatment and grab a package.*
Number
$2,241. That’s the median annual property tax bill in Charleston — the No. 7 lowest in the country. According to a study by SmartAsset, that figure represents ~1.42% of homeowners’ income — that’s a lower percentage than in Columbia.
Cause
On Saturday, April 25, the community will come together for the Walk for Autism Charleston to raise awareness and support people living with autism. The event will take place in Hampton Park, registration is at 9 a.m., and the walk follows at 10 a.m. (WCBD)
Try This
Don’t get yourself in a pickle — it’s National Pickleball Month, and you need a place to play. Whether you’re new to the sport or chasing your next open play session, head to one (or all) of these Lowcountry spots.
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Editor’s Pick
Last year, Charleston’s oldest jewelry store relocated to a larger King Street spot.
Photo by Rick Rhodes
Charleston is one of the oldest cities in America, and it’s thriving. Afew keys to its success are the resilience of its residents + the businesses they built from the ground up. Let’s take a closer look at one.
Brief history: William Joseph Croghan, a jeweler and engraver, opened his business on the porch of a Charleston home on King Street. Eventually, he expanded to take over the entire building. It is the oldest family-owned jewelry store in Charleston.
I didn’t know much about her breed, or how to best care for her. Thanks to Embark’s Breed + Health Dog DNA Test, that’s all changed. I’ve learned Meredith is a mix of American Pit Bull, Australian Cattle Dog, Dalmatian, and that she may be at higher risk for Intervertebral Disc Disease. Now I can take proactive steps to support her health — like keeping her on a balanced diet and opting for a harness over a collar to help reduce strain on her spine.
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Were you in Charleston in the 90s? If so, you may remember Cumberland’s honey mustard wings. Head to the comments of this post and tell us what you miss most.
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