Monthly Archives: December 2013
Soiree
Any coastal holiday tradition can vary, but the one thing that always is a must: fresh oysters. After all, it is the season for shucking! Traditionally, oysters are eaten primarily in cooler months when the shellfish aren’t spawning. Not everyone
Strong Charm
Richard Edwards brought his vision to life in a new construction with a steel frame and a rock facade. Just steps from the Atlantic Ocean, the house offers views of the blue horizon from three different vantage points: the front
Biz Q&A: Lantana’s Gallery and Fine Gifts
In downtown Southport, Lantana’s Gallery and Fine Gifts serves as a haven for many regional artists and craftspeople. It’s also home to the Meehans, a family of artists and small-business owners. We caught up with the daughter of the group,
Surfing Safely
While we at Southport Magazine prefer shopping locally, we understand that some folks shop online and particularly do so during the holidays. Though there are advantages to e-commerce, it’s wise to take steps to protect your identity from hackers and
Steps for the Season
A colleague of mine recently announced the countdown of days until Christmas, and a hush fell over the break room. Of course this silence was followed by a loud and collective groan, followed by many folks bemoaning all that must
Winter Libations
by Beau Walker Already? The holidays are here again and Southport is a surprisingly festive little town this time of year. We’ve had our first dusting of snow, unpacked our winter coats—and perhaps found that twenty dollar bill from last
High Time for High Tea
The Southport Tea House doesn't focus solely on English teas; rather the selection includes a variety of organic and herbal teas, too. "I think there's great value even from an educational standpoint of what tea does for people," Pukenas reveals.
Merrymaking in Southport
"The Christmas holidays in Southport are spectacular," Peggy Popelars, president of DSI, describes. "The atmosphere begins with all the holiday festivals that actually begin in November. Then during the second week of December, Winterfest is an event that is filled
Island of Lights
For nearly three decades, residents of Oak Island and surrounding areas have gathered along the isle's main road to witness the annual Christmas by the Sea parade. Occurring each year on the first Saturday of December, the spectacle helps kick
December 2013
Merry Christmas! While some folks have said it’s too early for holiday music, I have to admit I’ve been playing it since mid-November. There’s just something about Sinatra’s “Silent Night,” Elvis’ “Here Comes Santa Claus,” and even Adam Sandler’s “The
