By: Cori Sue
Kiawah Island is a charming oasis outside of Charleston, S.C., lined by 10 miles of beaches and filled with golf courses, marshes, ponds, and bike paths. Before entering Kiawah, it is key to stock up on groceries, beach toys, and sunscreen as this residential community offers nothing in the way of grocery stores, restaurants, bars, or civilization other than a singular quickie mart, the Kiawah General Store.
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That being said, it was lovely to step away from hectic city life for a weekend of bicycle riding and reading on the beach.
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I was, however, startled several times out of my relaxed stupor by the appearance of dozens of alligators in the ponds amid the golf courses and bike trails.
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Our first night there, we left the island to head to nearby Freshfields Village for dinner at La Tela Pizzeria, by far the best dining option in the village. We had the mushroom, argula, romano, and truffle oil pizza. And…
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The best salad I’ve had in my life: warm butternut squash, balsamic, watercress, shaved fennel, candied pecans, and truffle honey vinaigrette. I die.
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The rest of our evenings were filled with lovely wedding festivities. (Kiawah is the ideal wedding spot). Congratulations to Kara and Tyler Cole!
