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Increase your libido, renew your energy, sleep better—the big lesson I learned in my mid 30s that helped bring my feel-good factor back (this is Blog 1 in a series on this topic)

From here to there and back again, summer has us on the move. An OBX excursion, a New York Times essay, and Charleston's Vikki Matsis on the nuances of travel

Nothing says summertime like a good ole' tomato sandwich. Here's a super simple take on the delicious classic, plus a look at farm-fresh produce from the mountains of North Carolina

Whispers of the past, adventures of the present, and the hopeful dreams of a boy in Massachusetts all collide at the Sewee Shell Ring in Awendaw

In addition to starting those French Quarter Art Walks we all love to roam, the matriarch of the local gallery scene—Nina Liu—has helped turn Charleston into a forefront art Mecca of our region

At 29 years and counting, Southern Culture on the Skids might not be one of the best-known Southern rock bands, but it's one of the most weirdly wonderful

Have you seen the off-the-chain urban murals in Avondale? Check it out

So a middle-aged married guy walks into a bar and ...

After my Rum Stroll at Middleton Place last night where I sipped with the best of them, I can offer you a brief—if slightly scandalous—history of the good-time drink's role in Charleston's history

I dropped by to see Hampden Clothing's latest project, their office makeover. What an inspiring space!

You can't teach an old dog new tricks? Not true, as proven by my dog, Snowy. It seems you just have to have the right teacher (in this story, said teacher is a box turtle)

In Part One we covered the basics—how to wrap your head around photo collecting and some tricks of the trade. Now it's time to get going by utilizing the host of resources available (and listed here!)

Bottom line? Anyone can buy art. And adding photography to your collection is fun—here's a few tricks of the trade, including some good warnings (like using caution with emerging talents)

The story of the little old lady who stopped into my cafe demanding answers—on coffee, road signs, vodka, and God, among other things

Bechamel boring? Mais, non! Try my delicious Crunchy Crab and Shrimp Gratin recipe using this classical French mother sauce

Bold, bright, and totally awesome, the tribal-inspired jewelry line Holst + Lee is now available at Hampden Clothing

My granddaughters' fast-food, fast-pace habits face down a little home cooking and slow drives through the country

Seriously, there's got to be something better you can do with your time than reading this. And yet, you're gonna probably do it anyway

Stressed about last-minute guests? Don't be. My favorite cocktail staples are great for drop-ins... or impromptu anything

Ate lots of paint chips as a kid? This is the blog post for you.