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Archive for downtown charleston
A Salt Tasting Dinner at Heirloom Book Company
Posted in Uncategorized with tags A Salt Tasting Dinner, charleston dining, charleston events, charleston food, downtown charleston, Heirloom Book Company, Local Palate, lowcountry flavors, Sarah Graham on May 9, 2012 by Lowcountry Boil
The Hippodrome presents Go Big or Go Home
Posted in Sales & Events with tags andrew walker, charleston football, Charleston Harbor, charleston Hippodrome, charleston sports, charleston sports bar, downtown charleston, imax charleston, The Hippodrome on January 26, 2012 by Lowcountry Boil
Design courtesy: Tori James
On Sunday, February 5th, The Hippodrome is hosting the biggest game of the year on the biggest screen in Charleston! Bring your buddies and girlfriends to enjoy cold beer, hot food, frat-house festivities and the BIG game as you’ve never seen it! Kick back in the premium, leather seating or wander the building with the game on in every room and take part in beer pong, foosball, and corn hole tournaments to win prizes. Tailgating tickets are available for select guests to start “game day” an hour before everyone else at 3:00 pm, and doors open to the general public for the official pregame party at 4:00 pm. Food and drinks will be on sale all night and prizes may be won through games and raffles throughout the event. Leave the remote on the couch and come to your home by the Charleston Harbor to experience the big game in a BIG way!
Cradled in a nook of the Charleston harbor, The Hippodrome provides majestic, off-peninsula views with the convenience of a downtown location. Large, contemporary windows bathe two stories of gathering space in natural light, while the 150-year-old brick exposures offer a warm reminder of the building’s rich history as a Charleston Institution. An impressive theater housing the largest screen in Charleston, The Hippodrome now hosts celebrations including performing arts events, parties, business meetings, receptions, and other occasions.
WHEN: Sunday, February 5th with doors open to the general public at 4 pm. Kick-off is at 6:30 pm.
WHERE:
The Hippodrome
360 Concord Street Suite 100
Charleston, SC 29401
ADMISSION: This event is FREE to attend. Admission for tailgating tickets is at 3 pm.
2nd Annual New Year’s Eve Platinum Ball
Posted in Sales & Events with tags 26 Industries, Barnfly Productions, Bo Knows Fitness, Camille Key, Charleston After Dark, charleston evetns, Charleston NYE, charleston paarties, Cilo Lopez, Ciroc, DJ Cilo, DJ Matt A, downtown charleston, European Road & Racing & Nature’s Pearl., Hippodrome, Lamar Bonaparte, Law Offices of David Aylor, Megan Waldrep, new year's eve charleston, New Year’s Eve Platinum Ball, RBI Baseball Program of Charleston, RedBull, RehavaPress.com, RUB Charleston, The Brent Pace Band, youth Power Initiative on December 12, 2011 by Lowcountry Boil
It’s almost that time to start thinking about your plans for New Year’s Eve. My friends over at Charleston After Dark along with 26 Industries present the 2nd Annual New Year’s Eve Platinum Ball on Dec. 31st from 9pm-2am at the Hippodrome downtown. The Platinum Ball is an awesome event where music, fashion & film merge showcasing the hottest DJs and bands in town including DJ Cilo, DJ Matt A, The Brent Pace Band and much more. There will be a prominent special guest host, champagne toast at midnight and surprise performances. Attending guests will enjoy an open bar with light appetizers and should dress in classy cocktail attire.
Photo courtesy: Charleston After Dark
The Platinum Ball is benefiting Youth Power Initiative and The RBI Baseball Program of Charleston. 2012 Platinum Ball sponsors are Ciroc, RedBull, Law Offices of David Aylor, Barnfly Productions, RUB Charleston, Bo Knows Fitness, RehavaPress.com, European Road & Racing & Nature’s Pearl.
WHEN: New Year’s Eve 9pm-2am
WHERE:
The Hippodrome Theater
360 Concord Street
Downtown Charleston
TICKETS: Click here.
$95.00 General Admission with Open Bar
$150.00 VIP Tickets available ~ Premium Open Bar Sponsored by CIROC VODKA | Access to VIP Club
$1000 VIP TABLES: Cost includes 6 person table service | Bottle Service | Champagne | Designated Driver for the night provided by Quick Foxes
Fourth Annual Bachelor / Bachelorette Bid Bash
Posted in Sales & Events with tags 4th Annual Bachelor Bid Bash, bachelor auction, Bachelor Bid Bash, bachelorette auction, Camp Hope, Charleston, charleston dating, Charleston Jaycees, charleston nightlife, charleston restaurants, charleston scene, charleston singles, downtown charleston, Market Street Saloon, music farm, SC Jaycee Camp Hope on August 15, 2011 by Lowcountry Boil
Join the Charleston Jaycees on Saturday, August 20 as they present the Fourth Annual Bachelor Bid Bash, a charity bachelor and bachelorette auction benefiting SC Jaycee Camp Hope. It will be held at the Music Farm, located in Downtown Charleston, and doors open at 7:00 p.m. with a live auction kicking off at 8:00 p.m. Over 20 bachelors and bachelorettes, complete with date packages, will be auctioned off by famed auctioneer Craig Simmons. To see a complete list of bachelors and bachelorettes, click here. Tickets are $30 each or two for $50 and include an open bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres from local Charleston restaurants. The official after party will be at Market Street Saloon, located in the heart of Charleston’s Nightlife at 32 North Market Street.
Girls Enjoying Camp Hope (Photo Credit: scjaycees.org)
Jaycee Camp Hope is a statewide residential camp for mentally challenged citizens. Its purposes are to give the camper helpful experiences in an outdoor environment, develop his/her ability to work and play as a group, and provide new experiences unique to a camp setting. The SC Junior Chamber of Commerce has provided financial support for every camper attending Jaycee Camp Hope since 1969. If you cannot attend the event but would like to donate to Camp Hope, please click here.
A preview of the eligible bachelor/ettes (Photo Credit: Charleston Bachelor Bid Bash)
WHEN: Saturday, August 20, 2011 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Auction begins at 8:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Music Farm
32 Ann Street
Downtown Charleston, SC 29403
TICKETS: $30 each or $50 for couples. Tickets can be purchased online via eTix.
Taziki’s Café Opens on King Street
Posted in Sales & Events with tags Amy Richards, Charleston, charleston dining, charleston food, Charleston greek, Charleston local, charleston restaurants, Doug Van Scoy, downtown charleston, Ernie Masters, Joe Norton, keith richards, King Street dining, Limehouse Produce, Taziki’s Cafe, Taziki’s Café Opens on King Street on July 25, 2011 by Lowcountry Boil
Photo courtesy: Tazikis Cafe
Taziki’s Cafe recently opened a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in downtown Charleston located at 306 King Street. Locally owned by restaurateurs Joe Norton, Ernie Masters and Doug Van Scoy, the partners offer a new spin on fresh, healthy lunch and dinner fare for under ten dollars.
“With the fast-paced scene in downtown Charleston, our mission was to create a healthy fast casual menu. None of our meats or ingredients are frozen or fried,” states Joe Norton. “Charleston is a supportive community that wants to eat healthy and support local farmers and suppliers.”
Keith and Amy Richards opened up the first Taziki’s Cafe in Birmingham, Alabama after traveling to the Mediterranean. Taziki’s Cafe of Charleston brings their same fresh interpretations of traditional Mediterranean grilled and roasted meats with original sauces and sides for both lunch and dinner. Guests can also enjoy a fine selection of wine and beer. The walls are decorated with actual photographs from the Richards’ trip abroad for guests to take in while they are enjoying the relaxing atmosphere or in need of a quick, healthy meal.
Photo courtesy: Tazikis Cafe
The Taziki’s Cafe of Charleston partners have over twenty years of restaurant experience and are proud to offer locally sourced fresh ingredients from Limehouse Produce. The restaurant offers an extensive catering menu and daily delivery. Guests can also enjoy daily specials that include savory dishes from fresh fish tacos to Taziki’s famous Friday Pasta Special which pairs cold penne pasta and grilled chicken with a balsamic vinaigrette over a bed of lettuce.
WHAT:
Taziki’s Cafe
306 King Street
Charleston, SC 29401
843.576.3540
HOURS: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM daily
Heather Key Tiller’s Filigree Jewelry Boutique
Posted in Uncategorized with tags Charleston fashion, charleston shopping, downtown charleston, Filigree, Filigree charleston, gemstone artisan, Heather Key, Heather Key Tiller, Heather Tiller, metal artisan, original jewelry boutique, Penland School, Turquoise jewelry, Vanderbilt University, Vogue magazine on May 26, 2011 by Lowcountry Boil
Photo provided by Filigree
Downtown Charleston offers a varied shopping experience for the tourists and locals alike. However, it is the small treasures of the sometimes hidden stores that make Charleston shine. One of those is Filigree, an innovative jewelry boutique featuring the creative wares of Heather Key Tiller. Located at 47 John Street in the fashionable Design District of historical Charleston, Filigree offers custom-designed pieces using unique accent finds as well as precious and semiprecious stones accompanied by 14-karat gold or sterling silver. All styles of necklaces, bracelets and earrings feature a signature “key” clasp and are created on-site in limited release.
According to Vogue Magazine, “Her pieces are excitingly unique and exquisitely handmade. The varied classic designs feature high quality, scintillating stones and lustrous pearls.”
Turquoise, Peruvian opal with various antique chains, Photo provided by Filigree
Heather Key Tiller graduated from Vanderbilt University and studied jewelry design at Penland School. She began her career in 1997 as a gemstone and metal artisan. Heather sold her designs at trunk shows, farmers’ markets and eventually in 80 stores along the Southeast. An entrepreneur with a passion and drive, she took a leap to open Filigree in 2001. Ten years later, Heather is a pioneer in the market of custom jewelry in the Southeast offering original, classic, yet funky natural stone jewelry that is timeless.
MORE INFORMATION: www.filigreecharleston.com
working primarily with natural stones
The Postcard Show: Wish you Were Here!
Posted in Sales & Events with tags allison williamson, Ann Keane, Anne Darby Parker, Brad Neece, Cassidy & The Kid, charleston art, charleston artists, charleston culture, charleston events, College of Charleston, Dee Schenck Rhodes, Dorothy Netherland, downtown charleston, Gordon Nicholson, Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art, Harper Poe, Hirona Matsuda, Karen Ann Myers, Kevin Bruce Parent, La Bubbly Bar, Laura Moses, Laurie Meyer, Leigh Magar, Liz McCafferty, Marshall McKinney, Michael Moran, Nancy Marshall, o-ku, Postcard Show, skirt magazine, Tate Nation, Ted Lee & Matt Lee, Xin Lu on May 2, 2011 by Lowcountry BoilThe Postcard Show: Wish you Were Here! is set to take place on Wednesday, May 11th from 6–8pm at the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art located at 161 Calhoun Street. Inspired by the RCA Secret show held annually at the Royal College of Art in London, the Postcard Show is a one night exhibition of anonymously displayed 4 x 6 inch artwork available for purchase at $75 per piece. Each piece will be signed on the back in order to keep the artist’s name a secret until the works are sold. All proceeds will benefit the Skirt! Scholarship Fund at the College of Charleston. Guests will enjoy original art, music by DJs Cassidy & The Kid, champagne from La Bubbly Bar and tasty food by O-Ku! Admission to the event is $10 for the general public & free for contributing artists. Advance tickets via Paypal or credit/debit card are available at www.charleston.skirt.com/postcardtix.
Participating artists include: Lisa Abernathy, Charles Ailstock, Megan Aline, Jack Alterman, Butch Anthony, Sera Beak, Cherna Bednarsh, Sally King Benedict, Charles Benesh, Isabel Benesh, David Boatwright, Molly B. Right, Jonathan Brilliant, Mark Bryan, Susie Callahan, Andrew Stephen Cebulka, Natalie (Alabama) Chanin, Jocelyn Chateauvert, Tina Christophillis, Lese Corrigan, John Duckworth, John Dunnan, Nathan Durfee, Peter Frank Edwards, Sara Frankel, Mary Edna Fraser, Squire Fox, Christina Chontos-Fisher, Susannah Gramling, Janet Porcher Gregg, Camela Guevara, Conrad Guevara, Lynne Hamontree, Kevin Harrison, Kat Hastie, Tina Hirsig, Benjamin Hollingsworth, Mary Hoffman, Jill Hooper, Fred Jamar, Ann Keane, Alice Keeney, Hunter Kennedy, Chuck Keppler, Will Kiser, Cynthia Knapp, Jeff Kopish, Kimberly Kraft, Claire Kramer, MacKinnon, Lily Kuonen, Whitney Kreb, Hilarie Lambert, , Megan Lange, Robert Lange, Ted Lee & Matt Lee, Xin Lu, Leigh Magar, Nancy Marshall, Hirona Matsuda, Liz McCafferty, Marshall McKinney, Michael Moran, Laura Moses, Karen Ann Myers, Laurie Meyer, Tate Nation, Dorothy Netherland, Brad Neece, Gordon Nicholson, Kevin Bruce Parent, Anne Darby Parker, Harper Poe, Dee Schenk Rhodes, Jeffery Rhodes, Helen Rice, Lynne Riding, Buff Ross, Leila Ross, Marni Rothschild Durlach, Cynthia Rowley, Courtney Rowson, Shannon Runquist, Christie Rutigliano, Kristi Ryba, McLean Sheperd, Lisa Shimko, Susan Simons, Mark Sloan, Betty , nglin Smith, Jennifer Smith, Shannon Smith, Kevin Taylor, Leslie Pratt-Thomas, Rhett Thurman, Stanford Ullner, Michelle Van Parys, Erica Veit, Laura Victore, Karen Vournakis, Mary Walker, Hattie Wallen, Ashley Warnock, Leigh Webber, Marjory Wentworth, Simeon Warren, Ivy Williams, John McWilliams and Everett White.
WHAT: The Postcard Show: Wish you Were Here
WHEN: Wednesday, May 11th from 6–8pm
WHERE: Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art, 161 Calhoun Street Charleston, SC 29424 Ph. 843-953-4422
TICKETS: $10 advance tickets via Paypal or credit/debit card are available at www.charleston.skirt.com/postcardtix.
The Postcard Show: Wish you Were Here!
Local Fashion Spotlight: Escapada
Posted in Sales & Events with tags beach cover up, Caribbean, Charleston, charleston boutiques, Charleston fashion, Charleston Fashion Week, charleston shopping, Cheeca Lodge Resort and Spa, classic silhouettes, coastal fashion, Coastal Palms, downtown charleston, Escapada, Kiawah, mexico, Mount Pleasant, Natalia Castillo, Palmetto Bluff Resort, printed dresses, Resortwear, Seabrook, South Carolina, summer wardrobe, Tahiti, tunics on April 29, 2011 by Lowcountry Boil
Photo by Nicole Ward of Nicole Renee Photography
With Spring here and Summer just around the corner, it’s high time to get styled for the season. Inspired by the city where the designs are created, Charleston’s Escapada captures the essence of effortless femininity with easy luxe-for-less pieces perfect for an exotic escape, a relaxed day at the beach or an effervescent night on the town. Recently showcasing a variety of tropical-inspired resort and beachwear in vibrant tones and lush comfortable fabrics, Escapada offers the modern woman a brand filled with naturally chic attire. With a contemporary take on classic silhouettes, the flowing and flattering printed dresses accentuating a woman’s curves and best assets are a great addition to one’s wardrobe. Bold abstract printed tunics, flirty ruffled rompers, elegant off-the-shoulder jumpsuits, and softly draped dresses will take a woman from day to night and from the beach to the city streets allowing her to embrace the versatility of her lifestyle. Whether sipping a refreshing cocktail poolside or sailing along the Caribbean coast, Escapada’s vibrant collection of effortless styles will bring out the globetrotting goddess in any woman. An array of fresh, youthful, and colorful Escapada garments inspired by the culturally rich island lifestyle will accent any exotic global journey. Experience the sensation of Escapada, turning any day into an glamorous getaway.
Photo courtesy of Nicole Ward of Nicole Renee Photography
A brand with a conscience, Escapada is committed to making the world a better place. Through the donation of a portion of its profits, Escapada supports global charities, which enhance the lives of those in need, educate the minds of children and aid environmental causes. As a premium resort wear brand, Escapada confirms that women of all ages identify with it’s designs and sensibilities and has become an instant success, outperforming its established competitors. Escapada will continue to expand its global lifestyle brand with the launch of an accessories and home accessories collection. The company strives to continually look ahead and explore new and innovative lifestyle improvements to help women discover their inner beauty and serenity.
Escapada, a Charleston, South Carolina based lifestyle brand, was started in 2009 by its Founder and Creative Director, Natalia Castillo, who embraced her own passion for global travel through visionary designs for the modern woman. Recently showcased at Charleston Fashion Week, Escapada exudes a relaxed, yet vibrant aesthetic and is a must-have in beach and resort wear. Escapada is carried in over 550 exclusive boutiques and resorts throughout the country including Cheeca Lodge Resort and Spa, Palmetto Bluff Resort and Spa, and many luxury resorts throughout the US, Caribbean, Mexico and Tahiti.
Escapada can be found locally at:
Photo provided by Fashionwirepress.com
Kiawah/Seabrook:
Coastal Palms
585 Freshfields Drive
Johns Island, SC 29455
843.768.1992
Mount Pleasant:
Mary Mojo Boutique
1405 Ben Sawyer Blvd # 104
Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
843.388.2868
Downtown:
Sally Bette’s
74 N Market St.
Charleston, SC 29401
843.937.6211
For more information visit www.escapadaliving.com.
Mexico, and Tahiti
2nd Sunday on King Street
Posted in Sales & Events with tags 2nd Sunday on King Street, Cannonborough-Elliotborough, Cario and Laing Middle School, Charleston, charleston dining, charleston events, charleston shopping, Charleston Virtuosi, city of charleston, Closed for Business, Cupcake, downtown charleston, Eye Level Art, Halls Chophouse, Juanita Greenberg’s, kind street shopping, King Street, Monza, o-ku, Peter Kiral, The Swamp Fox, Tina Christophillis, Upper King on April 6, 2011 by Lowcountry Boil
Rick Reinert's View From 179 King, a 2nd Sunday Painting
2nd Sunday on King Street, one of Charleston’s notable shopping, dining and cultural events, continues April 10th and the Second Sunday of every month on one of the South’s most unique main street. From 1:00 – 5:00 PM King Street will be closed to all vehicular traffic from Queen north to Calhoun as businesses invite everyone to enjoy the best shopping, dining and services the region has to offer, on the sidewalks and in the street. This month, watch for a special demonstration by Eye Level Art, this month’s 2nd Sunday nonprofit, creator of art, music and film events in the Cannonborough-Elliotborough area. Tina Christophillis and other artists will create a large collaborative painting that will be for sale after the event. Peter Kiral and Charleston Virtuosi will provide music, followed by a special group of young musicians from Cario and Laing Middle School in Mt. Pleasant.
More details will be available at www.secondsundayonkingstreet.com, along with downloadable parking vouchers good for two hours of free parking in any City of Charleston parking 
garage.
Don’t forget Upper King. The street isn’t closed, but many restaurants and businesses are open and there are several parking garages where parking vouchers may be redeemed. Halls Chophouse, O-Ku, Closed for Business, Cupcake, Monza, Juanita Greenberg’s and The Swamp Fox will all be serving food and drinks to 2nd Sunday customers.
Gimme Shelter Event to Benefit Operation Home
Posted in Sales & Events with tags 105.5 The Bridge, aaron siegel, Baker Bishop, Berkeley county, Charleston Artist Collective, Charleston City Paper, charleston county, charleston events, Charleston Home Magazine, charleston non-profit, Charleston Picture Company, Dorchester County, downtown charleston, eskimo advertising, Eye Level Art, Fat and Juicy Bloody Mary Mix, Filigree, Gimme Shelter, Highsmith Insurance, home team bbq, Law Offices of Simons & Dean, legendary Cuban night, Marsh Contracting, Olson & Good Attorneys at Law, Operation Home, shuttle hogs, South Carolina Bank and Trust, Sunday Entertainment, Tiller Construction, Yarborough Applegate on March 8, 2011 by Lowcountry Boil
Design by Sunday Entertainment
On Thursday, March 31st from 7-11pm at Eye Level Art Gallery, Operation Home and Home Team BBQ present Gimme Shelter, a festive evening with a theme that celebrates a legendary Cuban night. The event will include beer, wine and specialty drinks including The Hemingway, Mojitos and famous Frozen Painkillers, on site hand-rolled cigars in a Havana lounge, a small silent auction, innovative multi-media entertainment and live Cuban music. Additionally, pit-master Aaron Siegel will be jerk-rubbing pork and chicken and then cooking them low and slow in Home Team’s wood fired smoker. Accented with a Cuban-inspired rum BBQ sauce and citrus juices, these items will be accompanied by grilled pineapple spicy rice and wild and crazy black beans.
Tickets are $65 each and can be purchased online at www.operationhome.org/events. Event Sponsors include 105.5 The Bridge, Baker Bishop, Charleston Artist Collective, Charleston City Paper, Charleston Home Magazine, Charleston Picture Company, Eskimo Advertising, Fat and Juicy Bloody Mary Mix, Filigree, Highsmith Insurance, Law Offices of Simons & Dean, Marsh Contracting, Olson & Good Attorneys at Law, Shuttle Hogs, South Carolina Bank and Trust, Tiller Construction and Yarborough Applegate, LLC.
Photo Provided by Operation Home
Operation Home’s mission is to help low-income residents of Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties remain in their homes by increasing safety and accessibility through the coordination of critical home repairs. Their work focuses on the people the most in need including households that contain children, people with disabilities or older adults. Since its inception, hundreds of homes have been repaired by Operation Home, totaling in excess of $1 million. Operation Home is committed to ensuring that no person has to live in a home that is inaccessible or dangerous.
For more information about the event or Operation Home, please visit www.operationhome.org.
