“It’s challenging to open a franchise in a small town,” Zhu said. “They usually go to big areas like Atlanta, Charlotte, or Orlando. I knew that, but I just wanted to give people these opportunities to try new flavors and expand a little bit.”
The Science of Thanksgiving: How Gratitude Impacts Our Well-Being
Research shows that gratitude can increase self-esteem and day-to-day satisfaction while decreasing anxiety and depressive symptoms. Sounds good, right?
CH2/CB2 Presents Lowcountry Realtors
A look at some of the Lowcountry’s Real Estate Professionals!
Everything Pumpkin
A dream collaboration: Recipes by Chef Lynn Michelle, Glassware, Plates and Serving Dishes can be found at Cassandra’s Kitchen, Pumpkin Chocolate Cake by Daniel Mendoza of D’flavor Custom Cakes
Oyster Festival Serves Community as Well as Environment
This year, the Island Recreation Association will host its popular Hilton Head Island Oyster Festival Nov. 10-11 at two venues.
Thrice As Nice: Couple Builds Their Third Oldfield Home
Architecture by Pearce Scott, Pearce Scott Architects, Construction by H2 Builders, Interiors by Jessica Lowther, Homeowner
Neighborhood Stroll: Oldfield, Lowcountry Living Perfected
You’re invited to experience Oldfield, the private golf community situated on the banks of the Okatie River. Escape for a few days in one of the cottages beneath the moss-draped live oaks.
A Note From Bluffton Mayor Lisa Sulka: Event Season
While we recently ended a weeklong event, Historic Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival, there is so much to do from now until the end of the year. Get a preview of each!
A Note From Town of Hilton Head Mayor Alan Perry: The Present Status and Promising Future of Workforce Housing on Hilton Head Island
Our goal is for our community to be safe, livable, and inclusive. To achieve this, we recognize the necessity of providing all levels of employees with a place to call home in the community where they work.
Famed Lowcountry Reporter Mandy Matney’s New Book Puts the Intrigue of the Murdaugh Saga in a New Light
For those who have been enthralled by Matney’s reporting on the Murdaugh family’s many scandals, Blood on Their Hands represents a chance to go behind the scenes. For locals, it’s a way to discover parts of the story that may hit closer to home than we realize.
Lantern Parade Offers Chance to Get Lit Up and Enjoy Beach Stroll
The parade was created by Chantelle Rytter of Atlanta, founder of the original Atlanta Beltline Parade, which celebrated its thirteenth year in May.
E Tang: Hilton Head Island’s Hidden Gem
Oh yeah, then Mr. Chen brought out a whole fish, scored and fried and bathed in a fantastic garlic brown sauce.
Hammocked, “Low-Tucket” Legacy: Sumptuous Sea Pines Estate
Architecture by Neil Gordon, Neil Gordon Architect; Interiors by Kelly Caron, Kelly Caron Designs; Renovation by Morgan Construction; Listed by Nickey Maxey & Lindy Maxey Kopotic, Maxey Blackstream Christie’s International Real Estate
Gift Guide For Him
CH2/CB2 Magazine’s Gift Guide For Him….chockfull of really great goodies for the men in your life!
Be Dazzled: Forsythe Jewelers’ November Events
Forsythe Jewelers’ November events capture essence of style, grace & sophistication
A Foundation for Winning through First Tee:Jeep Patrick
Local First Tee student Jeep Patrick rallied for an amazing victory at Chechessee Creek Club Championship, but the champion mentality goes far beyond the course.
Editor’s Note: Big Beautiful Homes + Holiday Stuff
We kick off the issue with info on some of the most popular Lowcountry happenings this month like the Island Rec Center’s Oyster Festival and what’s quickly becoming my favorite island event—the Lantern Parade.
You Need a Second Home Like You Need A…
I thought for sure the agent would reach into his pocket of knowledge and present the amenity that warranted the ticket price of admission, but that is not what happened.
Deck the Hulls: Second Annual Christmas Boat Parade
Second annual Christmas boat parade returns to Skull Creek Dec. 9
The Richardson Group Invests (Again) In Housing
With its new housing solution, The Lofts at Coligny Beach, The Richardson Group invests in our island’s health and fosters community.
Fall Into Coligny This November: a Trio of Outstanding Events!
Fall is essentially spring break for locals, and few places understand that like Hilton Head’s downtown, Coligny.
Fashion: Calibogue Cay Couture
When scouting for the ultimate couture background, we struck gold with this lushly beautiful manor at 69 N. Calibogue Cay.
The Bidder End: Inside Beaufort County’s Delinquent Tax Auction
“…each item up for bid represents someone’s home, or at least their investment. Whether they were unable to pay their taxes due to some financial hardship or through simple negligence, that property is now up for auction to help satisfy the debt to Beaufort County.”