Mount Pleasant Magazine March/April 2018

north mount pleasant www.NorthMountPleasant.com | www.ParkWestNeighborhoods.com | www.BrickyardHomes.com NMP - 19 Prince George Framing - Far more than a frame shop, Prince George doubles as an art gallery and sells prints that make memorable souvenirs. Kaminski House Museum - Glimpse beautifully-preserved history inside this events site and museum, a favorite spot for scenic photos and weddings. Admission inside only comes with tours, so plan accordingly. Augustus & Carolina - This upscale antiques and home decor shop delivers all the glamour of Charleston’s design stores. Even if you’re not in the market for a new armchair, it’s worth browsing. Coffee Break Café - Owned by a local husband-and-wife team, this coffee shop is also a de facto art gallery. Paintings on the wall will draw you in, and Meghan Raner’s famous “Yankee Grits” will make you stay. Bienvenue Home - This gift and home decor shop is stocked with artisan gifts like candles, garden décor and decorative pillows. Owner Geraldine Jayroe also owns the local Swamp Fox Tours, so it’s worth asking for tourist tips while you’re in. Pawleys Island/Litchfield Where to Eat: Bistro 217 - This Bistro is on the top of nearly every local’s list. Owner Anne Hardee, a Pawleys resident since 1988, also owns The Rustic Table, where award-winning chef Adam Kirby awes diners. “More and more of my customers are charmed by this area, return often or, better yet, relocate here,” said Hardee of her beloved hometown. Chive Blossom - Enjoy a sweet garden party shaded by live oaks on Chive Blossom’s patio, or take a break inside with owner and chef Trina Kelly’s dishes of Mediterranean, French and Asian influences. Frank’s and Frank’s Outback & Bar - It’s a “staple for Pawleys,” said longtime resident Morgan Crawley. It’s true – Frank’s mix of upscale farmhouse style and elevated outback cuisine make it ideal for a nice evening meal. Perrone’s - Litchfield’s craft cocktail and tapas bar delivers Mediterranean cuisine and strong drinks below a colorful, jazz-inspired mural at the bar. It’s the best nighttime spot on your way to or from Myrtle Beach. Things to See and Do: Litchfield Books – Pawleys’ independent bookstore offers regular readings and guest speakers for serious readers and gifts and stationary for casual shoppers. Chasing the Light Photography - Photographer Tanya Ackerman, who received her photojournalism degree from Kent State, captures the coastal light in colorful, crisp shots. You can bring that light home thanks to her calendars and books for sale. Drive just an hour north of Mount Pleasant proper and you’ll find yourself transported to a quieter, less-trafficked version of the coast – with just as much flavor. Worn brick storefronts line little main streets. Waterfront docks serve as local watering holes. Live oaks have plenty of space to breathe in the green parks. And there’s always a skillet sizzling just steps away from Highway 17. These are just a few of our favorite destinations up 17. But as Le Guin said, it’s not so much about the end as the exploration along the way.