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Why Seanachai Whiskey and Cocktail Bar on Johns Island has one of the Best Happy Hours in the Lowcountry

January 22, 2018

by Charleston Daily 2 Comments

Perhaps some of your have never heard of Seanachai. Or maybe you have but don’t know why. Maybe, just maybe you said to yourself, I’m not going to John’s Island for a drink.

Maybe it is time to rethink your stance on any of these possibilities and head over to what may be the best happy hour in the Lowcountry.

Here is why:

Happy Hour is everyday from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
For the foodie in you: Crispy Tots or Fries (Pimento Cheese Aoli), Wadmalaw Oyster Mushroom Flatbread or Fried Chicken Sliders are $4.00 each
For the drinker in you: Donny Brook Stout, Clontarf Irish Whiskey (neat or rocks) or Moscow Mule are all $4.00 each
One of the finest selections of whiskey’s anywhere in town
From Fish and Chips to Meatloaf, the food is out of this world.
A true Irish culture from the dim lights, hardwood tables to authentic Irish bar table top games
All Cocktails are $8.50 and Drafts $5.50 – $6.25

This is truly and experience you want to repeat.

Official Website

Full Bar Menu

Full Cocktail Menu (All Cocktails – $8.50)

Full Whiskey Menu

Interluxe to Offer South Carolina Luxury Sportsman’s Retreat through Online Auction

January 19, 2018

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Golf, tennis, horseback riding, hiking, fishing, hunting, boating, swimming and pristine natural beauty are all practically on the doorstep of this exclusive plantation estate home in Brays Island, South Carolina. Beginning Monday, January 29 at 9:00 a.m. EST, one lucky bidder will have the opportunity to call this magnificent retreat home.

Brays Island is a private, shared plantation in the heart of South Carolina Lowcountry, surrounded by nature preserves of salt marshes, ponds and huge trees draped in Spanish moss. More than 20 miles of tidal estuaries, as well as direct access to nearby rivers and the ocean, offer unlimited variety for boating, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and crabbing. The nature center hosts activities for people of all ages to explore the history of the plantation and wildlife of the region.

This serene natural setting is supplemented by deluxe community amenities including equestrian facilities and trails; golf with no tee times; a fitness and tennis center; indoor and outdoor swimming pools; skeet, five-stand and clay trap shooting; and expert instruction in all these pursuits.

In the midst of this sporting paradise is a magnificent 4-bedroom family home with semi-detached 2-bedroom guest home, set on a bluff overlooking serene views of woods and waters. Built in 2002, it blends integrated state-of-the-art electronics, including a THX home cinema system and multi-zone sound, with elegant traditional craftsmanship such as mahogany paneling, marble and hardwood floors, and four fireplaces.

The open floor plan flows seamlessly through entertaining and relaxing areas, including formal dining, a breakfast nook surrounded by bay windows, and a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, two islands, two sinks and a dedicated grill top. For outdoor living and entertaining, Brazilian Ipe wood decked porches wrap around the home and open off of nearly every room.

Private and family pursuits have also been catered for, including an exercise room and executive study. The master suite is a gracious retreat with its own fireplace, spa bathtub, huge walk-in shower, and a private deck overlooking the tree-lined pond. For extended family, the guest house offers a luxurious living zone all their own.

The perfect spot for living the southern outdoor lifestyle, Brays Island seems a world away from the bustle of the city. Yet both Charleston and Savannah are in easy reach for an array of modern entertainment and services.

The owners of this remarkable property have chosen to offer it through online auction because, says Interluxe President Scott Kirk, “It’s an excellent way to obtain competitive pricing and fair market value. Traditional real estate marketing techniques often fall short with unique, luxury properties because of their limited reach, but with Interluxe, a larger pool of bidders from all over the world can easily participate.”

Kirk also notes that an online auction sale has a fixed closing date within 45 days, while even the most desirable high end properties may sit on the market for months or even years. “Sellers love that they can control their outcome and move on with their lives,” he says.

More information about the property, open house preview dates and procedures for registering to bid can be found at www.Interluxe.com. To make an appointment to view a property, call the Interluxe Auction Manager at (888) 415-5893.

The sale is being conducted in cooperation with the listing agent, Paul Burton of Brays Island Realty. Agents are protected and a commission will be paid to the buyer’s representing broker. See Auction Terms and Conditions at www.Interluxe.com for full details.

About Interluxe:

Interluxe is the next step in the evolution of the real estate industry. Its streamlined and intuitive online platform allows motivated sellers, qualified buyers and seasoned agents around the world to interact, facilitate transactions and achieve the best possible outcomes, all within 45 days. Since its founding in 2013, Interluxe has represented properties in 27 states and territories throughout the U.S. and abroad and is expanding to more international territories. More information is available at http://www.Interluxe.com.

Contact:

Interluxe
media@interluxe.com
(888) 415-LUXE

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Save the Date: Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of “Cool Runnings with the Charleston RiverDogs and Doug E. Doug

January 18, 2018

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Media Release – CHARLESTON, S.C. – On the heels of Jamaica sending their first women’s bobsled team to this year’s winter games, the Charleston RiverDogs will highlight one of the greatest underdog stories of all-time this season. The club will go for promotional gold as they host Jamaican Bobsled Night, featuring a guest appearance by one of the stars of Cool Runnings, Doug E. Doug, on Thursday, May 3 at Joe Riley Park.

The club will celebrate the 25^th anniversary of Cool Runnings, the story of Jamaica’s first bobsled team to qualify for the Olympic Games, highlighted by a guest appearance by the actor and comedian who starred as Sanka Coffie in the 1993 Disney hit film.

“I can’t believe we get to do a night about Cool Runnings,” said RiverDogs Director of Promotions Nate Kurant. “I’m looking forward to meeting Doug and breaking down the film line-for-line; the fans might even have a few minutes to meet with him, too.”

Adding to the fun, the RiverDogs will wear specialty Jamaica-themed jerseys that will be auctioned off during the game, allowing fans to go home with a unique souvenir from the night.

The evening’s festivities will feature a bobsled photo opportunity and meet and greet with Doug, along with push cart races, Olympic trivia, and medals awarded to the top competitors of the night.

It’s also a Budweiser Thirsty Thursday featuring dollar beers in the Ashley View Pub as DJ Natty Heavy spins tunes, featuring inspiration from the Caribbean. Don’t miss out on “Sanka Iced Coffee” drink specials to cool off during the game.

Official Event Details

Cookin’ with Booze Charleston Restaurant Review: Tu (With Cocktail Pairings)

January 17, 2018

by Charleston Daily 0 Comments

By Cookin’ with Booze

It’s Restaurant Week everyone (cue cheers)! I use Restaurant Week as an excuse to try new places, even if they aren’t participating. This year, the hot new restaurant Tu was at the top of my list. Tu comes from the culinary masterminds that brought us Xiao Bao Biscuit, so I knew I was in for a treat. I know you will read a lot of other reviews of this place because it’s hot and new, so I’m going to switch it up and not only review the food, but suggest cocktail pairings with each course I tried.

Crudo Paired with the Destello Verde

Before arriving to Tu, I trolled their menu, Yelp, and the minds of fellow foodies to find out what I should order. The first dish I knew I had to try was the crudo. The crudo is a light appetizer featuring raw fish, habanero, guava, and cheese ice. That’s not a typo, I said CHEESE ICE. I don’t even remember what kind of fish was in the crudo because I heard the waiter say cheese ice and got distracted.

This dish was one of the most complex/ tastiest/ most creative dishes I’ve had in my life. The cheese ice (frozen Parmesan cheese) keeps the fish refreshingly cold while adding a salty and nutty flavor. I thought the habanero was going to punch me in the face with spice, but it was sliced so thinly and contrasted so well by the other ingredients that it added the perfect amount of heat.

The cocktail I would pair with this dish would be the Destello Verde, which is, as the waiter described it, “a margarita on steroids.” I love spice and tequila together, so this dish and cocktail are meant to be.

Aguachile paired with Desolation Avenue

For our second course, we went with another raw and refreshing dish, but this time with beef instead of fish (call me Dr. Suess, y’all). The aguachile composed of beef aged in kombu (seaweed), bonito (dried fish) mayo, thin sliced red onion & serrano peppers, and tomatillo water. The kombu gave the beef a salty note, which was complemented by the brightness of the tomatillo water and serrano peppers.

I would pair this dish with the Desolation Avenue cocktail (per the waiter’s suggestion) because the Desolation Avenue cocktail contains barley brine, which would complement the briny flavor of the kombu/ tomatillo water.

Pastrami paired with Coast Hopart IPA

I love that this dish is just called “Pastrami,” as if you’re going to get some pastrami slapped onto a plate. On the contrary, you get a sauerkraut pancake with crispy bits of pastrami, scallions, and topped off with a buttermilk mustard oil. I was a little nervous that the funk of the sauerkraut would take over the dish, but the salty pastrami and zing from the mustard were the stars of the show.

I chose a Coast Hopart IPA to pair with this dish because it’s like drinking a beer with a hot dog on game day; it just makes sense.

Yakitori Special paired with the Slow Gold

Our last course was a special they were having that night: Lamb Yakitori with Drunken Salsa. Obviously, they had me at drunken salsa. Yakitori is a Japanese kebab, so the lamb was skewered and charred to perfection on the grill. The drunken salsa was composed of pumpkin seeds, tomato, chipotle, mezcal (the drunken part), and lime juice. The chipotle had a pungent spice that was a little too much on its own, but when it was combined with the fattiness of the lamb, the spice was toned down a little bit.

I would pair this dish with the Slow Gold cocktail because it’s the only sweet cocktail on the menu, which would tamp down the spice of the salsa.

calling all Adventurous Eaters!

For all you adventurous eaters out there, Tu is the place to go. The small plate-style of eating is perfect for people looking for a unique dining experience. You could probably go back here every day and have a different experience each time (in a good way). I know I will go back for a different experience, minus ordering the crudo over and over again because I may lose sleep over how tasty that dish was.

Official Tu Charleston Website

Location: 430 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC

Lifestyle

Top Ten Misconceptions Folks Have About Charleston, SC

January 16, 2018

by Charleston Daily 4 Comments

Around the country and the world, visitors have been flocking to Charleston, SC. by plane, car and boat to witness the spectacular beauty, historic significance, cultural renaissance and true southern hospitality our city has to offer. With all the media, comes awareness. Though our name and face are more pronounced than ever before, not everyone truly knows the Charleston and the South we all know. As a result, some folks may have a few misconceptions about who we are.

We want to shed a little light on the situation and help you all out by knocking down some of those false ideas.

We are not in North Carolina. For some reason, many of you in the North think we are Charlotte. Even when we correct you, you still think we are in North Carolina. The country does actually extend further south and we are in the heart of South Carolina. Proud and true of our South Carolina coastal home.

There are a few rumors that we are “slow” or “dumb”. A few little facts that may change your mind. The Citadel is the #1 Public School in the South for the 4th straight year. The College of Charleston MBA program ranks 3rd in the nation for percentage of graduates finding careers within six months of graduation. Charleston Southern University is ranked #93 in the US News and Worlds Report Best Southern Schools in their 2015 report.
Always with a smile

We genuinely like to say hello and smile. Many of you that have recently visited for the first time may notice us locals making eye contact, smiling and saying hello to you. It isn’t part of a master marketing plan or a shot at other areas of the country where the cultural norm is to avoid one another. We really enjoy meeting you all and making your acquaintance.
We don’t believe the South won the Civil War. Yes, the first shots of the Civil War were fired in Charleston. Yes, the most number of slaves that came into the United States came through the Charleston port. Yes, there is a rich historic heritage of plantations and slave ownership in this region. Yet, we are fully aware of history and we embrace all perspectives and views. Our tour guides, historians and history buffs believe in family, tradition and preservation and that includes not just our region, but the country as a whole.

We have a thriving business community. With the additional of Boeing to compliment PeopleMatter, Benefitfocus, Blue Acorn and the incoming Volvo facility in Berkeley County, Charleston is becoming a thriving business community. We are no longer built around health care, hospitality and small business. Look at the many awards we have received in investment funding and development. Some still think we survive only on hospitality (hotels, restaurants) and the hospital system, but are are so much more than that.

The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge / Cooper River Bridge is the longest cable stay bridge in the Western Hemisphere at 2.5 miles in length. Some of you have heard that and said “this isn’t the longest bridge in the United States let alone the Western Hemisphere.” You are correct, it is the longest cable stay bridge in the Western Hemisphere only behind Sutong Bridge in Chine. A cable stay bridge is one that uses cables attached to towers to support a roadway. In a very specific category, we are the largest.

We don’t just eat fried food and grits. Charleston is a very health conscious city that thrives on its health and wellness businesses and lifestyle. From Five Loaves to Verde to Gathering Cafe, Charleston offers a thriving list of dining options for the health minded individual. With a strong community of yoga, bikers, runners and adventure seekers, Charleston is a haven for a lifestyle of health conscious resident.

We don’t just listen to country music. We aren’t Nashville, TN, Austin, TX or New York City, but have a diverse and well rounded music scene. With venues that include the Charleston Pour House, Music Farm and Charleston Music Hall, Charleston welcomes musical talents from all around the area to express openly their vision through music and lyrical poetry. In fact, Awendaw, SC hosts a weekly Barn Jam every Wednesday, 52 weeks a year, showcasing original singer/songwriters in an open outdoor setting. This venue that includes outdoor live original music, a food truck, bonfires, play area for kids, dancing spot for fans and even a goat is our local scaled down version of Woodstock. At $5.00 with BYO anything, it is a community party every week.

We don’t just own flip flops for foot attire. Is it true that some people have flip flops in every color of the rainbow? Yes. Is it true that some have a pair for every month of the year? Yes Is it true that flip flops define a lifestyle? Yes. Some would even say “barefoot” defines a lifestyle. We do get classy and dressed up on many occasions donning Aldo, pumps, heels and cowboy boots. You may even witness some gals wearing high heels to church on Sunday.

We are not all raging sports fans that drive pick up trucks. Many of us are and we are pretty darn proud of our teams. It is true, you do not mess with SEC football in Charleston. Ever. We won’t turn on you, throw you in the back of the pick up and dump you in the pond or anything, but…. On game day Saturday, bars have crowds, we put on our jersey’s and start our day early with a couple of beers in the shower, but many of us find other ways of entertainment. Charleston has a robust festival circuit, shopping and attractions scene to meet all locals and tourist needs. You won’t find all of us drunk at noon glued to a TV set.

There you go, ten misconceptions about Charleston. We hope we cleared the air and gave you a better understanding of our quaint little city of Charleston.

Alternative Asset Manager Drift Capital Changes Name to Charleston Capital

January 16, 2018

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CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Alternative Asset Manager Drift Capital Partners changed its name to Charleston Capital Management in an effort to pay homage to the firm’s headquarters, the fund manager told investors this week.

The firm provides structured credit solutions to FinTech enabled Non-Bank Financial Services companies through its privately managed funds. These solutions enable underwriters to enhance their loan programs for small & medium sized businesses, promoting both expansion and job creation at the “main street” level. The asset class has been long overlooked by the capital markets as issues of data reporting and a lack of standardization have previously made structured investments unpalatable.

“We are a Charleston based asset manager. We believe in a strong commitment to our community and are proud to be a part of a thriving neighborhood of companies which have recognized that the Lowcountry is the greatest place in the nation to work.” Said Caleb Goding, Co-Founder of Charleston Capital. “Adopting the Charleston name allows us to contextualize our firm and its home.”

The firm had recently been in the news after announcing that the Drift Credit Opportunities Fund, its private credit strategies fund, had secured a $50 million line of credit from an institutional investment management firm as well as announcing that it has hired Edward Hamilton as Head of Capital Markets. Mr. Hamilton brings a diverse skill set having served as a Managing Director at Kidder Peabody and Paine Webber and more recently as a Senior Managing Director of BroadStreet Group, a New York City based merchant bank. Mr. Hamilton will be responsible for leading the firm’s capital markets strategy and overseeing financing transactions.

“This is an exciting time for Charleston Capital and the greater structured credit markets.” Said Ed Hamilton about the firm. “After a decade of low interest rates, institutional investors have become reliant upon alternative investment managers to uncover hidden opportunities to generate risk adjusted yield and we believe the small & medium sized business loan market offers one of those opportunities.”

About Charleston Capital Management:

Charleston Capital Management f/k/a Drift Capital Partners is an alternative asset manager that seeks to generate attractive, absolute returns by opportunistically and tactically investing in areas where conventional sources of capital are disproportionately unavailable. Charleston Capital was formed to expand the spectrum of opportunities for investors seeking risk adjusted returns that are less correlated to other markets. Specifically, the firm seeks to exploit inefficiencies that are borne from transactions requiring significant amounts of intellectual as well as financial capital. The firm is headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina and is part of inFactor, a FinTech firm focused on liquidity solutions for businesses. The Drift Credit Opportunities Fund is a credit strategies fund focused on structured loans to FinTech enabled Non-Bank Financial Services companies, which underwrite loans to small and medium sized businesses in the United States of America.

CONTACTS:
media@charlestoncm.com
(843) 310-3528

LINKS:
www.charlestoncm.com

SOURCE Charleston Capital Management

Charleston Symphony Orchestra acquires the Charleston Symphony Youth Orchestra

January 15, 2018

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CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Symphony Orchestra (CSO) has acquired the Charleston Symphony Youth Orchestra (CSYO), making the CSYO a division of the CSO’s core educationprograms. The CSO will immediately begin a search for an Assistant Conductor, who will also serve as the conductor of the CSYO.

“The acquisition of the CSYO by the CSO creates a new path for the talented young musicians and their future in music,” stated outgoing CSYO President Janine Nagrodsky. Under the terms of the acquisition, aCSYO representative will sit on the CSO Board of Directors. “This will ensure that the CSYO receives the highest level of artistic oversight from Music Director Ken Lam, and administrative leadership from the Director of Education and Community Engagement, Mitsuko Flynn,” said CSO Executive Director Michael Smith.

“I am excited to welcome the Charleston Symphony Youth Orchestra into our family and look forward to deepening our ties to the community as we serve and nurture the most talented young musicians from the tri- county area,” said Ken Lam.

Over 70 students ages 13-18 are participating in the CSYO this season, representing 20 schools and four counties. The CSO hopes to grow the program in future seasons to serve even more students throughout the Lowcountry.

Auditions for Assistant Conductor will be held in Charleston on April 8 and 9, 2018. Interested candidates should visit www.charlestonsymphony.org for more information. Application deadline is February 23, 2018.

About the Charleston Symphony Orchestra

Founded in 1936, the Charleston Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is the cornerstone of Charleston’s arts scene, performing its Masterworks and Pops series at the Gaillard Center and throughout the tri-county region. The CSO also participates in community outreach events, special concerts, and school programs throughout the state. Visit www.charlestonsymphony.org for more information.

Contact:

Kate Gray
Director of Marketing
Charleston Symphony Orchestra
843-723-7528 ext. 102

Charleston Business Spotlight: Local James Island couple using holistic medicine to improve the quality of life of man’s best friend

January 14, 2018

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Matt and Stacey own CannaBonez, a local Lowcountry business focused on using holistic medicine to improve the quality of life for dogs.

Here is a little backstory on how this business came to be from co-owner Stacey

Roscoe came into my life when he was around 8 weeks young. My manager came into work and told me a story about a litter of puppies that were found on the side of Highway 17 near Awendaw. I decided to go ‘look’ at these sweet babes, which was eight years ago in the spring of 2010. Roscoe instantly had my heart and the two of us became as thick as thieves.

Fast-forward three years when Matt came into our lives. We met in 2013 while working together at Rita’s on Folly Beach. Our friendship blossomed into something a little more in the spring of 2016, and we were immediately inseparable. Roscoe is my very best friend, and he and Matt are two peas in a pod. We decided to take the leap and move in together, which Roscoe was very happy about. Our apartment ended up being on the third-floor, and after a few months, my aging pup didn’t like that hike. We both had to carry him up on several occasions. It was breaking our hearts, and we knew something had to be done…and quick.

Matt had mentioned his idea for CannaBonez, and I said “let’s do it!” We began giving Roscoe CBD and noticed changes in his overall health and wellness. He was running around like a young pup again! Once we started seeing such great results, we knew we had to help every pooch we could. We began formulating our own recipe, and believe me, this took some time.

Both of us have a passion for helping and a love for dogs. Everything has fallen into place to where we are able to combine these two together, and we are forever grateful.

Inspiration behind CannaBonez

Matt initially had the idea for CannaBonez several years ago while living with his roommates. Lola, his roommates dog, had horrible hip dysplasia. It wasn’t until Roscoe came along that CannaBonez came to fruition. Once we saw how well CBD worked on him we knew it had to be shared with everyone.

Official CannaBonez Website

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Chernoff Newman Announces Charleston Leadership Changes

January 7, 2018

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CHARLESTON, S.C. – Chernoff Newman announced today that Charleston office general manager Peter Wertimer will retire effective December 31, after a decade of service as the president of advertising and a partner of the firm. Senior Vice President Peter LaMotte will be promoted to general manager of the office.

“We are excited about the future and continuing growth of our Charleston office and Peter LaMotte’s new leadership role,” said Chernoff Newman President and COO David Campbell. “We will miss Peter Wertimer enormously, but his intentional succession plan will allow our team to make the transition seamlessly and build on the great foundation he put in place over the years.”

In 1999, Wertimer purchased the Advertising Service Agency (ASA), South Carolina’s first advertising agency, which later merged with Chernoff Newman in 2008. Under his tenure, the Lowcountry office has worked with Force Protection Industries, Midlands Technical College, the Charleston County Aviation Authority, Rick Hendrick Imports, the Piggly Wiggly Carolina Co., Pike Electric, the InterTech Group, The Citadel, the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, Trident United Way and more.

LaMotte joined Chernoff Newman in Charleston in 2016, from Washington, D.C. marketing communication agencies. He has more than a decade of experience in digital advertising, crisis communication, brand reputation and marketing.

“Peter Wertimer’s legacy and reputation have given us the platform to work with companies throughout the Southeast, said LaMotte. “I look forward to helping this office continue to expand.”

About Chernoff Newman
Chernoff Newman is an integrated marketing communications agency with deep category experience in healthcare, energy, food and beverage, education and workforce development, retail, financial/insurance and issue management. With a culture steeped in innovation and delivering measurable results, the agency provides integrated services to create meaningful consumer connections, including branding, marketing strategy, digital experiences, media, public relations, creative and social media. Headquartered in Columbia, S.C., the agency has offices in Charleston, S.C., Charlotte, N.C., and Orlando, Fla. Visit us at www.chernoffnewman.com, find us on Facebook at, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram @chernoffnewman.

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GALLERY: Snow People Invade Charleston: How Charleston Got Creative With the Snow Holiday

January 7, 2018

by Charleston Daily 1 Comment

Header Photo Credit: Instagram - alyn2123

When something like this happens once every 8 or so years, we are going to take advantage.
Whether you are a child or child at heart, this was a fun few days for all of us (minus the traffic, freezing roads, icy sidewalks and store and business closures).
Aside from all that, we enjoyed the great outdoors with just a few more clothes than we are all used to.

Here are some of the creative ways we spend the snow holiday.

Creative Snow in Charleston