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Charleston Shopping: Grit & Grace In-store Experiences
Have you visited our Flagship lately? Spring is in full bloom, and we've got so many delightful in-store experiences for you! We've re-envisioned the Charleston shopping experience to include delicious samples of artisan tea, design-your-own products, and even flaming flying wishes. (Don't worry, no fire extinguisher needed.)
Best Restaurants in Charleston: Our Favorite Healthy Food in Charleston, SC
As jazz artist Nina Simone so aptly sang, "It's a new dawn, it's a new day, and I'm feelin' good!"
A beautiful new year lies ahead, and we are all about feeling good. Few things feed our bodies and souls like laughing with our loved ones over a delicious, healthy meal, and if there's one thing the Grit & Grace family loves to talk about, it's food.
Prepare to feast your eyes as we highlight our favorite healthy food in Charleston!
Holiday Events in Charleston
With the holidays right around the corner, it’s truly the most wonderful time of the year to visit Charleston. The weather is amazing, the Christmas decorations are a sight to behold, and the Holy City is packed to the brim with cheer and events!
We hope your days are filled with comfort and joy, and to help you get this festive season off to a merry start, we’ve rounded up our favorite things to do during the holidays.
Grit & Grace Studio News: 125 King Street Grand Opening
Friday evening had us singing Hallelujah and popping some bottles, and not simply because it marked the start of the weekend! The Grit & Grace Studio Grand Expansion Party kicked off at 125 King Street last Friday!
Our G&G family spent the evening surrounded by smiling faces, and it meant the world to feel so supported after the enormous amount of time, energy, caffeine, duct tape, and love that went into getting the Flagship ready to open to the public.
Complete Guide to King Street Historic District in Charleston, SC
Pat Conroy once said, "There's no city on Earth quite like Charleston," and we wholeheartedly agree. Is there a better way to spend the day than wandering the cobblestone streets of the Holy City, soaking up the architecture, and ducking into storefronts?
We can't think of a better part of Charleston than the King Street Historic District in which to spend your day, night, or vacation. Join us as we take you through a few of our favorite haunts in this picturesque and bustling neighborhood.
10 Fabulous Charleston Coffee Shops
Raise your hand if you're running on coffee and dry shampoo these days!
It's full steam ahead here in the studio as we sail toward the grand opening of our Tellis Pharmacy location.
Amidst the hustle and bustle, we're taking a moment to give a shout-out to some of our favorite Charleston coffee shops!
Tellis Pharmacy in the Charleston Historic District
We’re delving into the story behind one of lower King Street’s most recognizable storefronts and our soon-to-be new Flagship store location, the Tellis Pharmacy.
We cannot wait to welcome you through the doors below that iconic vintage mortar and pestle sign. We intend to fill this space with light, love, laughter, and whimsy.
Grit & Grace Studio News: Second King Street Store
After a year of navigating life’s storms and ebbs and flows, life is truly a beach here at Grit & Grace Studio.
We’ve been bursting at the seams as we’ve tried to contain some really big news for our small business.
Now, we’re so thrilled to share our epic news:
Grit & Grace Studio is expanding to open a second retail location at 125 King Street in Charleston, SC.
Your Guide to the Ultimate Mother’s Day Brunch at the Best Restaurants in Charleston
Last year was undeniably the year of the super mom.
From the working moms moonlighting as homeschool teachers to the mama bears chasing everyone around with hand sanitizer, every mom was a super mom.
Leave the Mother’s Day planning to us; we’ve put together a list of our favorite Charleston brunch spots with an elegant Mother’s Day gift pairing unique to each location. Add a heartfelt gift card, and you’re sure to share a Mother’s Day she’ll never forget.
32 Awesome Things to Do in Charleston, SC
Travel + Leisure ranked Charleston as one of the best cities to visit in the US for a reason. Our sweet city is full of incredible restaurants, historic sites, museums, shopping, water sports, and adorable accommodations (like the Grit & Grace Cottage, hint hint!)
With so much to do in Charleston, planning your dream vacation (or weekend off) can be a bit intimidating! Here’s our master list of our favorite activities, Charleston attractions, and things to do around the Lowcountry.
Best Restaurants in Charleston: The Foodie’s Guide to Cannonborough
Charleston is basically Disney World for foodies. Chic eateries, hidden gems, and cozy coffee shops line our picturesque cobblestone streets.
We could write an entire book on all our favorite restaurants in Charleston, but today we're taking a moment for a neighborhood that's so dear to our hearts: Cannonborough. Cannonborough is not only home to the Grit & Grace Cottage, it's chock full of charming watering holes, enticing grab-and-gos, and elegant fine dining establishments. Grab your fork, friends, and let’s dig in.
Introducing the Cutest Charleston Airbnb: The Grit & Grace Cottage
Home is where the heart is, and we’ve poured ours into every detail of Charleston’s newest Airbnb, the Grit & Grace Cottage.
We designed our sweet cottage to feel like a home away from home: a soothing, peaceful oasis amidst the excitement and bustle of downtown Charleston, SC.
Book your stay today. It is our honor to welcome you into our home.
10 Unforgettable Day Trips from Charleston for Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend is all about relaxing and escaping the daily grind, and what better way to celebrate the long holiday weekend than with an adventure!
Buckle up! We’re driving you through our 10 favorite weekend trips from Charleston to help you plan an epic Labor Day weekend getaway filled with scenic sights, outdoor activities, and some of our favorite shopping spots.
Best Charleston Restaurants: The Ultimate Oyster Lover’s Guide
Where should we eat tonight? Hands down, this is one of the most common questions tourists ask us at our King Street store. Obviously, at Grit & Grace Studio, we’re oyster fanatics, so we decided to put together the oyster lover’s dining guide to Charleston restaurants.
Whether you like ‘em shucked, on the half shell, fire-roasted, deep-fried to a golden brown, or even slurped down as an oyster shooter, our Ultimate Oyster Lover’s Guide has got you covered!
The Ultimate Guide to a Perfect Charleston Bachelorette Party
Calling all brides-to-be from near and far! We have put together the ultimate bachelorette weekend guide for you and your best gals! Celebrate at some of the most beautiful beaches on the Charleston coast, enjoy endless shopping, sightseeing, nightlife, and more. It is time to make some unforgettable memories in a town ideal for sundresses, big hats, and all-day mimosas!
Best Restaurants in Charleston for Curbside Pickup, To-Go, and Delivery
We have so much gratitude for all those food and beverage workers working so hard to safely bring us our favorite comfort foods, and we’re giving back by offering any F&B employees who are working curbside pickup a free mask. What can you do to help? Order from our extensive list of Charleston’s best restaurants offering curbside service during COVID-19.