5 INGREDIENTS, 1 SKILLET URBAN FARMIN’ WITH MUSC
WHAT’S IN SEASON, FARMERS MKTS GROOVY EGGS & A GROOVY TRUCK
URBAN ‘STEAD YOUR YARD OR PATIO
GET BOARD WITH SAWDUST CO SILVER LININGS WITH A LOCAL SMITH
TWO WHEELS, ONE GOAL
WALK HARD, CHUCK TOWN ENCHANTED LOWCOUNTRY GARDENS
1 ARTISAN CHEESEHOUSE, 4 RECIPeS
LILY MAG & COCKTAILS FOR A CAUSE HIGH SPIRITS & HIGH JINKS
AND WHERE CAN WE GET SOME BIKE ADVOCACY?
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Meet JASON BARLEY VICE PRESIDENT, Lucey Mortgage corporation
How did we become the biggest little lender in South Carolina? Because every day, every loan, we ask ten of the nation’s largest financial institutions to compete for the very best rate for your mortgage. By working with you one-on-one, we help you make smart decisions today that will benefit your lifestyle for years to come.
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Since 2000, Northbridge Dental has been providing West Ashley and the greater Charleston area exceptional dental care. Because our office is on the smaller side, we can take the time to really get to know our patients and their families. We take pride in the fact that most are regulars and visit us year after year. 1164 Northbridge Dr Suite A, Charleston, SC 29407 843.852.3401| info@northbridgedentist.com SKILLET MEAL recipe on page 7 4 lily-magazine.com | HELLO SPRING 2016
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lily Magazine is joining with the Town of Mount Pleasant in the #justask campaign! Birthed out of too many conversations with local restaurants NOT serving local food, especially SEAFOOD, we’re urging lily readers to JUST ASK where the food served by the restaurants you go to is from. It’s not possible to totally source locally of course. But when you do find support for local farms and fishermen, be sure to instagram your meal with #justask and give those good guys a shout out!
Remember, there is power in your consumer dollars!
I’ve been so inspired this issue by talking with the ingenious people and hearing their surprisingly cost effective solutions we’re featuring that help create an environment that encourages Charlestonians to get moving! Not just physically by hopping on bikes or walking to work or on errands but also progressively, so that we can hold our own with any city in America when it comes to community and environmental concerns. Reports show that not only are more people biking and walking to work and on errands than ever but also that the more people bike and walk, the FEWER accidents there are involving bikers and pedestrians. The more drivers see folks biking and walking, the more careful and aware they are. And with so many examples to follow of cities and towns who transform their images, their residents’ lives and entire communities through bold-yet-totallydoable initiatives, Charleston has no excuse not to accomplish similar victories. Enjoy this rolling, rollicking issue and use it as a directory to know what to do, buy, eat and drink this Spring in Charleston. C heers , L I LY
SKILLET MEAL (Sauted Asparagus): 1 Tbsp Georgia grown extra virgin olive oil from Lowcountry Olive Oil • 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed • 3-5 slices bacon, crumbled • 1 small Vidalia onion, sliced thin • 1 large clove garlic, minced • Salt & pepper to taste • Grated, crumbled or chopped Chardonnay Wash Charleston Cheesehouse cheese Heat skillet on medium and cook bacon until crisp. Discard grease and crumble bacon. Add olive oil, then asparagus and onion to skillet, salting and peppering to taste. Stir until asparagus is bright green then cover with lid until softened, from 1-3 minutes. Remove from heat, add bacon, lightly stir then garnish with cheese. 6 lily-magazine.com | HELLO SPRING 2016
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TABLE OF CONTENTS GRAB YOUR SKILLET
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LILY CHALLENGE
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FARMS WE LOVE
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WHAT’S IN SEASON
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LILY NOTES
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FOOD TAKES
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ART & SOUL
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HIGH FIVE
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Health & wellness
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LOCAL SKETCHBOOK
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LILY COOKS
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BEAUTY, IN & OUT
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FINAL THOUGHTS
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describe the fragrance of the very breath of spring ? ” Neltje Blanchan
Meet our newest staff member, Molly T. Chicken, a sassy hen with decided opinions she’s not afraid to share. You’ll find her popping up here and there on our website and social media!
Cover Photo:
We think our cover guy has all the right moves! Get to know Kurt Kavanaugh, Director of Charleston Moves on page 20!
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Only about 2.1% of congressional funding of Fed transportation $ goes to bike and pedestrian-related issues. And yet we know that in the cities where more people bike and walk, the population is healthier—and so is the environment. S o here ’ s our challenge : G E T M O V I N G !
Burn some cals, help increase a pedestrian/bike presence in order to increase driver awareness and improve your own health as well as the health of your local environment! Look at your community in a whole new way—and see how much more you notice from a bicycle or a sidewalk. Top 10 Reasons to Ride a Bike They are colorful. They are cool. Fresh Air. Calories Burned. Who has time for traffic? Who has time for parking? Gotta love no gas stops. Convenience. Freedom. You are helping to save the planet one car off the road at a time.
M ake a commitment T H I S S P R I N G TO BIKE OR WALK...
to work or on errands when and if you can (come on, at least once a week!) If you truly don’t have access to safe bike routes or sidewalks, why not try public transit once a week? See if reading a magazine on the way home from work is less stressful than fighting traffic! If you’re determined to drive and in the market for a new car this year, why not try a hot new electric or hybrid vehicle—so on trend right now! It may not be the ultimate solution —but it’s a start! And it is sooooo hip... In short, just do what you can to have a less harmful impact on your city. Who knows? The purchase of bike basket or wheeled trolley just may transform your life this year.
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MUSC’s Urban Farm Grows Health & Wellness in the heart (and hearts) of Charleston Get down to MUSC asap and discover kindred spirits with community spirit!
Our first entre into this wonderful, uber-urban farm, located right downtown on the corner of Bee and President Streets, was an elegant, lantern lit farm to table ‘do (courtesy of Commune., a supper cult dedicated to local chefs working magic with local foods). We explored the beautiful gardens, admired the new additions of more raised beds, marveled at how many features could be contained in a mere half acre and found that our table-matesslash-kindred-spirits included dedicated MUSC staff members, sharing their urban farm stories along with our repast. Well done!
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The mission of the MUSC Urban Farm “To build a healthier community by growing crops and social connections while educating and inspiring people with local, nutritious, and delicious food. The MUSC Urban Farm will host educational programs throughout the growing season demonstrating accessible, preventative approaches that can improve diet and impact health.”
Not only does MUSC share the farm (more like an urban ‘stead) with the community, hosting everything from workshops, school field trips, yoga and exercise, suppers and more, they also see the farm as the heart of MUSC, boasting everything from work and learn programs to sharing the farm’s bounty with MUSC personnel through rewards (called coupons for crops) for great work and using the employeegrown goodies for food/health/nutrition awareness activities an invaluable service since health workers are notorious for high stress and bad health/eating practices in their noble efforts to heal others!
The Crops The farm grows organic goodies year round with produce planted and harvested during the spring and fall growing seasons. Over 40 varieties of vegetables, fruit, and herbs grown in South Carolina can be found in there! Go to academicdepartments. musc.edu/ohp/urbanfarm to download information on how to plant, grow, harvest, and eat ‘em and to facebook/musc urban farm to see what’s up each week, with both events and crops.
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How cool is it that this fabulous farm is host to a hive donated by one of our fav projects, The Bee Cause? Knowing that one in three bites of our food requires pollination and there is serious concern about pesticides and the infamous colony collapse disorder threatening the honey bee population, the urban farm is the perfect spot for urban bees and the education of how valuable they are.
as important as sunlight and water when it comes to growing our food . ”
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Upcoming Events! Eat Local Challenge: Make the Shift Throughout April Lowcountry Local First’s Eat Local Challenge is back for a fourth year and bigger than ever! We challenge you to shift $10 or more of your weekly food spending towards our local farmers and fishermen. By signing up in our FREE new mobile app, we’ll guide you on where to find the freshest ingredients, highlight participating restaurants, easy recipes, connect you with local farmers and CSAs and more!
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Spring & early summer mean pops of color in your gorgeous green market! Look for early fruits and veggies in addition to the amazing array of green leafy goodies. Apricots Arugula Asparagus Bell Peppers Chard Collards Fennel Green Garlic Green Onions Herbs Kale Leeks
Lettuces Mushrooms Sweet Onions New Potatoes Early Peas Radiccio Radishes Ramps Rhubarb Shallots Spinach
And last but not least, STRAWBERRIES are finally here! Go to your fav u-pick farm for a pick me up!
“[The Growing New Farmers Program] is going to change the way you fundamentally view your world because your relationship with the most important thing in your life, food, has been changed.” – HAN K ALEX AN D ER 2015 Program Graduate
Plow to Chow: ’16: Charleston Farmers Market Kick-Off Saturday, April 9 Kick-off of the 2016 downtown Charleston Farmers Market. Lowcountry Local First and Eat Local Month “Plow to Chow” sponsors will host a demonstration tent, giving attendees a taste of what’s fresh and local. Enjoy free tastings from the Corner House Cafe (Summer’s Corner), Glass Onion and La Tela Pizzeria. 9th Annual Chef ’s Potluck Sunday, April 24 One of the most popular fundraising events of the year, the 9th Annual Chef’s Potluck takes place at beautiful Middleton Place. Fifteen participating chefs are paired with local farmers and fishermen to bring attendees the freshest, local ingredients in Charleston! Enjoy live music, local libations, live auction, and some of the most beautiful views at Charleston’s oldest maintained gardens at Middleton Place. Tickets are on sale now! Tickets are all inclusive. Enjoy live music by Garage Cuban Band, local libations from Coast Brewing, Firefly, Cannonborough Beverage Co., Grassroots Wine and Palmetto Brewery, treats from Cirsea Ice Cream, tastings from each chef and some of the most beautiful views at America’s oldest landscaped garden at Middleton Place. This event is rain or shine and tickets are non-refundable.
Now accepting applications for the Growing New Farmers Program, offering a Now accepting applications for 2016 Certificate in Sustainable Agriculture and Growing New Farmers Program. optional apprenticeship.
TO LEARN MORE OR APPLY:
brian@lowcountrylocalfirst.org
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Traditional Modern Coastal The title sums it up… Whether you’re building on the beach, the peninsula or in North Charleston, Delpino Custom Homes can help you create your next home. The city of Charleston is experiencing a renaissance in industry, tradition, culture and construction; and we are proud to have been a part of the change and look forward to sharing our experience with you while you Plan, Design and Build your next custom home.
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To book this truck for events go to outtamyhuevos. com!
Huevos Rancheros Crispy corn tortilla, red peas, saffron rice, house chorizo, two slow-cooked eggs, salsa fresca, lime crema, and cilantro.
Crispy Chicken Biscuit Hand battered breast, from-scratch buttermilk biscuit, 3yr cheddar pimento cheese, and house pickled jalapeños.
W h at ’ s c o o l , w h at ’ s n o t s o c o o l & w h at ’ s g o ing o n Gee, don’t break the bank… Leviathan (and some claim megalomaniacal) GMO giant Monsanto, famous for suing farmers, winning a dubious victory against the Organic Seed Growers and Trade Association (after agreeing NOT to sue innocent growers for having their crops contaminated with Monsanto products!) and for having a reported budget of around $10 million per year for investigating & prosecuting farmers, has donated a—get this—whopping 25 thousand dollars to SC farmers affected by floods in the Plant It Forward campaign. To put the “generous” donation in perspective, Monsanto has a budget of $2.6 million per DAY for “research and development” and the state farmers suffered upwards of $300 million dollars in damage... Hmmm... wonder how much money was invested BY farmers in Monsanto products before the flood that year—think it might be a leeeetle more than $25,000? We’ll let lily readers decide for themselves whether or not to insert eye roll here.
CLAIRE HATCHED A GREAT IDEA WITH HER OUTTA MY HUEVOS FOOD TRUCK! With such toney experiences as traveling Europe on food treks and working at McCrady’s behind her, Foodiepreneur Claire Masingill knew she’d have to break a lot of eggs to make a business dream come true.
Local eggs star in delish ensembles ranging from comfort-foody to muy elegante (crispy chicken biscuits, braised chicken tacos and drugstore burgers? Sign us up!).
Thursdays in spring you can always find these good eggs at Benefitfocus, 215 Benefitfocus Way, Charleston.
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Check her out at outtamyhuevos.com to find the latest hot spot bookings so you can meet her and sample the delish dishes yourself. We think you’ll agree— she’s a good egg!
Mexican Coke Is it the real thing? Hipsters and foodies swear the use of cane sugar vs high fructose corn syrup makes this version el mejor cola!
“ L ove and eggs are best when they are fresh . ” Russian Proverb
Geechie Boy Mills Cheddar Grits
General Mills, bee real… Congratulations General Mills for calling attention to the honey bee conundrum by taking the iconic cartoon bee off your Honey Nut Cheerios box and urging consumers to understand the importance of the honey bee colony collapse disorder due to pesticides, GMO food crops that use dangerous pesticides during the growing process and for touting the use of whole grain oats—a non genetically modified product—in your cereal.
But the thing is… you still use genetically modified sugar beets as sweetener, a whopping 9 grams of sugars per serving (vs only 1 gram in regular cheerios), and other ingredients used are sugar and corn starch—which, along with "natural” flavors and canola oil, are ingredients that are most likely derived from GMO sources. And there’s not nearly enough fiber in there anyway! How about local bread and honey with local milk instead?
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Elevate your landscape with edibles and more Try incorporating these elements into your realm and see how it takes you to a new place in your space. FRUIT Why not try some fruit trees & berry plants? VEGETABLE For the price of a single veggie you can buy a pack of seeds or a plant. No room? Try pots! GREENS AND HERBS Dry herbs are expensive —but fresh herbs can take any dish to the next level.
Koi don’t have to be expensive! Buy them young (and cheap) and marvel at how quickly they grow.
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WATER From a simple birdbath to that koi pond you’ve always dreamed of, the addition of water will bring the most amazing wild visitors to your space. We have easy projects to create water gardens online.
TREAT YOURSELF TO A CHAS NURSERY TOUR & TELL THEM LILY MAGAZINE SENT YOU! You’ve been looking for an excuse to trek over to beautiful Johns Island. Make a day of it—starting with a visit to 3rd generationowned & operated Brownswood Nursery. We particularly love their 6 ft shrub collection and their classes and events. And they offer a FREE PLANT WITH 1st PURCHASE!
Speaking of Johns Island, did you know that Church Creek Nurseries is opening for retail? You can now buy where Middleton Plantation and other biggies source! Explore their cool greenhouses and keep an eye out for the famous-but-elusive white squirrel that has been spotted there. We love Hyams Garden Center’s statuary and water garden elements! Our editor used Black magic elephant ears and lotus plant from this James Island nursery in her own koi pond to elegant effect. Fight bugs and plant pests with a clear conscience thanks to Possum’s Landscape & Pest Control Supply’s extensive array of organic products! 3 locations (West Ash, NoChas and Mt. P).
Mixology Mojo Means Bloody Marys Go Blonde thanks to non GMO Valencia Gold local tomatoes and the alchemy of John Aquino!
See lily-magazine.com for for more landscaping ideas with plants and water.
Pet a purry kitty at Mt. P’s posh Abide-AWhile Garden Center while meandering through their wellorganized collections. We love their huge variety of annuals for both sun and shade and the gift shop has gorgeous goodies from jewelry and PJ’s to lily editor’s signature fav, blue and white ceramics.
Thomas Happel EBB & FLOW REAL ESTATE
The hearty Early Bird burger at The Shelter Kitchen + Bar is a lily staff fav—have it your way and substitute a marinated grilled Portabella or veggie burger.
Let Thomas make your next real estate transaction a breeze. Thomas has worked as a successful property appraiser for more than 10 years and that experience makes him uniquely qualified to assure proper pricing of homes whether you are buying or selling. It also gives him special perspective on the trends in the hot Charleston real estate market.
Ebb & Flow R E A L E S TAT E
Get the Royal treatment at Royall Ace Hardware’s 2 Mt. P locations, where you can get excellent home and garden advice, buy your canning supplies (and almost everything else!) and choose from an amazing vegetable collection, including heirlooms. We also love their service center— from lamps to mosquito magnets, they can fix just about anything! It’s worth a drive to Awendaw’s Hidden Ponds Nursery, as you can enjoy over a mile of paths, a stocked koi pond, a menagerie of animals and the best lily collections in town! We adore that you can host a birthday bash here, too! May we suggest the “Build-Your-OwnWormhouse?
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You’ll go straight to the Pour House (or actually behind it) when you check out THE go-to gathering hole for foodies, farmers and locavores. We love their “quality and community” commitment and that this organization is a stellar networking nest for local food providers to plug in and be promoted!
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Things get dicey with these gorgeous cutting boards! Step up your prep several notches by using locally sourced wooden works of art handcrafted by Jack Manchester of Sawdust Wood Co. Using combinations of wood types in elegant, eyecatching designs, these beauties guarantee a feast for the eye as well as the palette the next time you prepare a meal for your loved ones.
Maple, walnut, mahogany, cherry, pine and oak work in perfect harmony with Jack’s beautiful designs.
Jean Anthelme BrillatSavarin says, “He who receives his friends and gives no personal attention to the meal which is being prepared for them, is not worthy of having friends.” We wouldn’t go that far... but working with heirloom-worthy cutting boards, paddles and other accoutrements from Sawdust is sure to elevate your next culinary experience! Don’t forget Jack’s wax! The perfect preservative for maintaining these beauties. Go to sawdustwoodco.com for shopping and more.
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Why Choose a wooden cutting Board?
SILVER WITH SUBLIME LINES! A modern heirloom created by local designer and silversmith Kaminer Haislip is an elegant addition to your treasure trove. Her creations are award-winning functional objects, jewelry, and custom commission pieces in silver and gold. Her aesthetic is chic and sleek, almost fluid in design. Exhibited internationally and featured in a plethora of publications, her gorgeous goodies are handcrafted at one of our fav places - Redux Contemporary Art Studio, downtown Charleston. Check her out at kaminerhaislip. com and be dazzled by her art and achievements. Aren’t we lucky to have her?
• Plastic cutting boards seem easier to clean. But cutting on them also leaves deep grooves where bacteria can hide. With wood you don't create deep scratches in the surface. • Wooden cutting boards protect your knives and don’t dull them like ceramic or glass boards. • Wooden cutting boards add an extra line of defense to your kitchen by killing bacteria. Paddles like this one are perfect for outdoor ovens. Sawdust offers sandwich boards, cheese boards and custom pieces as well.
Kaminer’s Sterling Silver Magnolia bowl, designed for Reese Witherspoon’s new brand, Draper James, was picked by Forbes magazine as one of the top 12 Decadent Host/ Hostess gifts!
Perched Flight Teapot silver and ebony
Poppy Bowl 3" Diameter and Poppy Earrings silver (Both)
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Savannah Brennan, Membership & Outreach Coordinator
Movin’ and Groovin’ Hip hip Huzzah for Kurt Cavanaugh! Snaps to Charleston Moves for snapping up Exec. Direct. K.C. from the Big Apple! Utilizing his extensive experience in Parks & Rec., D.O.T., City Planning and more, Kurt works with Charleston’s movers and shakers to transform the most beautiful city in the U.S. into one that is safer for cyclists and pedestrians. Ironically, that means a community that is safer for all travelers!
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Help ensure Chas becomes a bike and pedestrian friendly region! Please write your elected official (City/Town Council, County Council, and State representatives) and tell them you would like to feel safe riding your bike on all streets with better bike and pedestrian infrastructure. 2 0 lily-magazine.com | HELLO SPRING 2016
Check out charlestonmoves. org and learn how investing in and riding a bike can free up 25% of your income (or get rid of the need for that expensive 2nd car) and about how their 3-pronged approach of Advocacy, Safety and Community can lead to a more connected Charleston.
Lowdown on the LLL Speaking of amazing Chas advocates, can we please crown Ginny Deerin the Queen of Cool because of her efforts on behalf of the Lowcountry Low Line? (She is currently lead general consultant and interim Executive Director.) Like most progressive cities, Chas is looking to make a liability (abandoned railroads dividing neighborhoods) into an asset (planned greenways that unite communities in new ways), envisioning the kind of success enjoyed by the High Line in NY, the Silver Comet in North Georgia or a multitude of other “rails to trails” projects. Goodbye scary derelict rails and hello safe, healthy and unifying urban green spaces for everyone. So lily! “The Lowcountry Low Line stretches approximately 1.6 miles, from Courtland Avenue (two blocks north of Mount Pleasant St., or Santi's) South to Woolfe Street (or just north of there). But we at Friends of the Low Line have high hopes we'll find a way to extend it to Marion Square.”
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It is held in Awendaw, SC, 15 miles North of Charleston under grand oaks by an old barn that evokes the Lowcountry in a uniquely hyperlocal bohemian atmosphere on the grounds of the Sewee Outpost. It runs from 6-10pm every Wed night of the year and features a diverse assembly of music from around the globe. Try a wood fired pizza, the grill, or fresh local oysters in season and drink your own libations responsibly. $5 donation at door, all ages are welcome, BYOB, pets on a leash, and it is always a family friendly occasion.
lily Mag gives snaps to the City of Chas for this AWESOME, interactive bike map that shows where you can buy, ride & park your bike and more. Go to gis.charleston-sc.gov/interactive/bike/ for everything pertaining to bicycles that you should know!
WALK THE TALK! Charleston Moves isn’t just about biking. They are also advocating for enhanced conditions for walking as well. With common sense and amazingly cost-effective solutions (such as simply re-measuring and repainting road lines and designations!) and programs like People-First Streets and Intersections, they are pressing for measures such as slower speed limits, life-saving turn restrictions, pedestrian signals and in-street signage, these gogetters believe “we can achieve saner streets.” WALK LIKE A TOURIST Why not play tourist in your own home town by indulging in one of the dozens of walking tours available downtown? Whether you’re a fanatic foodie on the trail of the best restaurants in town, a ghost hunter in search of chills or a history buff in search of thrills, you can burn some cals, support a local tour guide or company and fall in love with our historic city all over again. lily-magazine.com | HELLO SPRING! 2016 2 1
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FACTS: The CDC has classified a number of bacteria as presenting urgent threats, “many of which are already responsible for placing a substantial clinical and financial burden on the U.S. healthcare system.” DON’T PANIC! THE BEGINNING OF THE END OF THE ANTIBIOTIC ERA HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED. WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? “THE ANTIBIOTIC OVERUSE PANDEMIC HEALTH CRISIS” is an actual thing—just ask entities such as the World Health Organization (WHO), The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Emerging Infections Network. The facts are more than alarming. But there are solutions, alternatives and tons of exceedingly encouraging studies and breakthroughs that can see an educated populace through the storm. Knowledge is power. And know that YOU are your BEST HEALTH ADVOCATE. 2 2 lily-magazine.com | HELLO SPRING 2016
Many public health organizations have described the rapid emergence of resistant bacteria as a “crisis” or “nightmare scenario” that could have “catastrophic consequences. MDR bacteria have been declared a substantial threat to U.S. public health and national security by the IDSA and the Institute of Medicine, as well as the federal Interagency Task Force on Antimicrobial Resistance. MRSA (a Staph infection) kills more Americans each year than HIV/AIDS, Parkinson’s disease, emphysema, and homicide combined.
Go to organicfacts.net/home-remedies/honey-mask-for-acne for some easy recipes and more facts about honey and skincare.
SOLUTIONS: ASK QUESTIONS about any medication, especially antibiotics, your doctor wants to prescribe you. The more antibiotics you take, the more resistant you will be to them when you really need them. We’re not saying ditch your doctor or poopooing your pills. Just be informed of ALL the options. And remember, antibiotics do NOT help with VIRAL infections.
Consider a more natural treatment—there are plenty of science-based natural alternatives such as vitamins, herbal solutions, changes in diet, etc. Thoroughly research the type of drug, especially antibiotic, a physician wants to prescribe you. CLEAN IT UP! Simple hygiene, hand-washing (soap and water, not anti-bacterial stuff) and wiping down potentially contaminated surfaces can reduce the chance of illness.
HONEY DO HONEY AS ANTIBIOTIC? Okay, by now you know that lily Mag is obsessed with honey. After all, our mascot is a honey bee. Turns out there’s even more reason to do the lily happy dance because studies show that Honey is a sweet remedy for a variety of wounds. Recent studies reveal a wide variety of treatment qualities found in honey that are almost unparalleled to other forms of treatment. Some awesome results were:
HONEY FOR ACNE? We’ve been hearing the buzz about using honey to treat acne. According to Organic Facts network, “acne is caused due to the blockage and subsequent infection of the sebum glands, then clearing the blockage and fighting the infection should logically help cure your acne symptoms. This is where the honey mask for acne comes into play. Using a honey mask for acne not only clears the blockage but also removes the infectious microbes, thus reducing the signs of acne.”
Infections were not only cleared, but wounds were protected from spreading bacteria.
There are endless all natural honey mask recipes. Try some & pick your fav, remembering these tips:
Honey was able to control and eliminate strong odors from wounds. Permanent scarring was dramatically reduced. Honey promoted antiinflammatory activity.
Don’t use honey topically if you are super-subject to allergies. Test a tiny patch of your skin first, to ensure no reaction. Skin may appear a little redder at first—honey is powerful stuff! Never use adulterated, cheap honey like the kinds you find in big box stores. ORGANIC, pure honey without harmful pollutants is a must. Take into consideration your skin’s natural condition (oily, dry, sensitive)… take your time to experiment slowly and tweak accordingly to your needs. Always rinse VERY GENTLY with warm water —don’t scrub and irritate your skin. Don’t expect instant results. Most natural remedies take longer to achieve results but have far greater impact with less side effects.
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Trek the boardwalk through 60 acres of gorgeous tupelo & cypress swamp unique to this area. 336 Sanctuary Rd, Harleyville, SC 29448. beidlerforest.audobon. com.
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CHARLESTON’S BOTANICAL HERITAGE Charleston was known as a garden mecca almost from its outset. Ever wonder about the street called “Orange” downtown? It was an orange grove in the late 1600’s. In the 1700’s, famous botanists from all over the world came to study Charleston’s climate, helping to establish the roots of such local classics as the Azalea and Camellia plants, imported from the far east. And the area known as Noisette in No Chas is named after a horticulturalist and a rather marvelous heirloom rose from the early 1800’s—a bloom that’s still famous and popular in gardening circles. South Carolina Medical Society had a Botanical Garden and no well to do downtown mansion or nearby plantation was without expensive, sophisticated gardens.
Check out the many Garden Tours of area organizations. Visit these gorgeous gardens and discover the power of flowers yourself.
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Middleton Place Home of America’s oldest landscaped garden. 4300 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC 29414. middletonplace.org Magnolia Plantation The most visited plantation in SC and elected as one of “American’s Most Beautiful Gardens”. 3550 Ashley River Rd. Charleston, SC 29414. magnoliaplantation.com Cypress Gardens A cypress swamp with gardens and exhibits including a butterfly house. 3030 Cypress Gardens Rd. Moncks Corner, SC 29461cypressgardens. com (*Check website first, they have been closed due to flood damage!)
Magnolia Cemetery This touchingly beautiful landscape is full of old flowers as well as its famous ancient graves, statuary and funerary structures. 70 Cunnington Ave, Charleston, SC 29405. magnoliacemetery.net Boone Hall Plantation
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Boone Hall Plantation Called the “most photographed” plantation and famous as the setting for the 80’s mini series The North & South, you can find roses over a century old. 1235 Long Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464. boonehallplantation.com
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See lily-magazine.com for 3 more surprising twists to a classic grilled cheese.
Next level Grilled Cheese Sandwich A classic gets elevated when using Charleston Cheesehouse Wild Boar Black Truffle Cheese (or ANY of their delicious cheeses) paired with fresh baked bread - we used 5 Grain Italian.
Did you know? There are: 6 distilling companies and 19 beer companies in ChaS
King Charles Vodka. Southern Vodka that Reigns. The perfect balance of sweet and peppery. That's what sets King Charles Vodka apart from the rest.
It’s official! We have a signature cocktail at one of your favorite local restaurants!
3 Classic Triscuit with cheese. The classic cracker that still has only 3 ingredients! Top with Charleston Caviar Cream Cheese from Charleston Cheesehouse. Add sliced olive or jalapeño for an extra kick.
“ Y ou have to be a romantic to invest yourself, your money, and your time in cheese . ” Anthony Bourdain
Triscuts: 3 ingredients wheat, oil & salt.
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1 Local handmade pasta with vodka sauce I handmade batch of Rio Bertolini’s Cracked pepper linguini 2 Tbsp Georgia grown extra virgin olive oil from Lowcountry Olive Oil 2 Tbsp butter 1 Medium Vidalia onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large can Italian plum tomatoes (or 3 large tomatoes, diced, in season) 1 Tbsp fresh local herbs (we used basil and oregano) 1/2 cup local vodka (we used King Charles Vodka) 1/2 cup heavy cream, room temperature 1 pinch cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes 3 Tbsp Chardonnay Wash Charleston Artisan Cheesehouse cheese, shredded or chopped
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Bring large pot of generously salted water almost to a boil and keep simmering. Do not thaw frozen pasta and do not add oil to water. Meanwhile, combine olive oil and butter in medium skillet. Saute onion 2-4 minutes then add the garlic, mix and saute another minute. Add the tomatoes, herbs, vodka and pinch of pepper. Simmer 10 minutes, then slowly
add the cream and simmer another 3-5 minutes. Drop your pasta in the simmering water pot, stir and raise heat to rapid boiling. While pasta cooks, add grated cheese to skillet and mix well. Drain pasta when cooked al dente (1-3 minutes), serve on warmed plates and top with vodka sauce and additional grated cheese.
Bruschetta with apples, cheese, spinach and nuts Slice a baguette diagonally and broil until just slightly crunchy. Remove from oven and spread with apple butter or preserves (we used apple butter with pecan). Top with baby spinach leaf, a thick slice of Chardonnay Wash Charleston Cheesehouse cheese and sprinkled chopped pecans. Broil again just until cheese is softened, only a minute or so. Delish!
And even a nearby winery! Well, Charleston does have a liquory legacy after all! As the oldest brewery in South Carolina, they've been making great beer since 1993. “We got our start during a windsurfing trip to the Columbia River Gorge. While sipping beer from a local brewery during a windsurfing break, we decided Charleston deserved more than yellow fizzy beer— they deserved a brewery to call their own.”
Another local favorite on a hot day. King Charles Vodka, Soda Water, splash of tonic and fresh lemon, lime or even slices of orange .
Graze Restaurant’s owner and mischievous mixologist Bradford is showing us some love! He created a SIGNATURE LILY COCKTAIL for us and it’s a cocktail with a cause created with all local ingredients! Go graze at Graze and ask for a lily!
So what’s in a lily?
King Charles Vodka (Charleston Distilling Co.) Cannonboro Bev Co. Ginger Beer Fresh local honey (The Bee Cause) Fresh mint and dash of fresh lemon juice.
You won’t feel guilty asking for a 2nd, knowing that $1 from each drink goes to the A-21 Campaign to help fight human trafficking! And the local honey used is from The Bee Cause Project—that’s a two-fer!
Cheers!
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Simple and sexy We have asked Justin and Ronnie of Swish on Pitt to help us create a chic, spring ponytail!
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1. Start by applying a light weight serum to damp hair. (Justin recommends Davines Oi Beautifying oil.) Apply a couple of drops to the palms of hands and apply to the ends first, then work your way up, staying off the roots.
Buy or order cosmetic grade (non nano) natural zinc oxide and your fav small bottle of organic lotion. Add 1.5 - 2 Tablespoons of zinc to the bottle, mix/shake well. Apply as needed.
2. For volume/texture, use a lifting product like Davines Volu hair mist to roots and all over head.
Follow these easy steps for the perfect sexy ponytail or contact Swish so they can help you look better than all your girlfriends.
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3. Blow dry hair with a medium-sized, round brush, smoothing while leaving a bit of movement. For texture, use a large curling wand in different directions. 4.Spray a generous coat of Davines medium hair spray over your luscious locks. 5. Loosely pull hair into a ponytail at the nape of the neck and secure with an elastic, similar in color to your hair.
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Take your ponytail to the next level! Experiment with adding a braid (here with the front locks wrapped around and tucked) or a pretty headband. Gorgeous!
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This is editor Lily’s quick, homemade sunscreen how-to:
6. Once hair is secured, slide down the elastic band (about a 1/4 inch) to loosen the ponytail a bit more. Take a small piece of hair from underneath the pony tail (about 1/4 inch in size), spray it with hair spray and wrap around the elastic band, securing ends with bobby pins, or tuck the ends into the elastic and lightly spray again with hair spray for a super sexy finish.
Sunscreens tHat are all natural and made in the usa? Charlestonites know it's pretty hard to shun the sun! But with the increasing availability of high quality, natural sun and skin care products, made right here in the U.S. of A, we're happy to give you the green light to go out and play! So go get your daily dose of D guilt free with the help of these cool products.
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We think honoring our local seafood providers is picture perfect! MEET THE FLEET & kiss a Captain on camera at the 1st ever lily Magazine sponsored PHOTO BOOTH at the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market, Tuesday April 19th! Get to know the fishermen behind your favorite local seafood and sample their wares.
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Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival – Sunday, April 24, 2016 Paintings, Elizabeth Middour, The Green Shutter, Old Village.
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