Jun 14

How to Win a Watermelon Eating Contest

Posted by Kiawah Island Recreation on June 14, 2013. No Comments

Every 4th of July, the Kiawah Island Golf Resort throws a great festival in Night Heron Park. There’s live music, great Lowcountry cuisine, activities for the kids to enjoy and a few planned events that are a tradition, year in year out. One of those events brings excitement, thrilling finishes, a little friendly competition, and of course, messy faces.

That’s right…The Watermelon Eating Contest. You hear of legendary stories of one of these contests coming down to the wire between two “heavyweight” eating champions. The heat of the summer along with the cool crisp taste of watermelon, the camaraderie of the 4th of July holiday, and a classic eating contest all make it the perfect combination for this day. The Recreation staff are experts (and experienced) in this epic watermelon eating contest; here are a few of their tips on how to win this year. (Hint: if you are planning on coming to this year’s 4th of July Festival, I would take notes.)

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Jun 14

Natural Body and Facelifts at Sanctuary Spa

Posted by Mike Vegis on June 14, 2013. No Comments

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Have you been stressed out lately and in need of a relaxing day in the Spa?  Come out to the inviting Southern back porch style Spa at Kiawah Island’s Sanctuary Hotel and spend the day getting pampered and rejuvenated while on your stay out on the island.  If you have ever wanted to experience a true relaxing afternoon and get renewed, try one of our new treatments such as the Natural Body Lift or Natural Facelift Facial before dinner in the Ocean Room.  The Natural Body Lift includes a mixture of a mud scrub and seaweed serum to create the Transformation Ritual and last 60 minutes.  The Natural Facelift Facial uses a BT Micro machine and last 60 minutes.  So if you are looking for the latest in Spa treatments, please stop by the Sanctuary Spa while you are visiting the Sanctuary on your stay.   http://www.kiawahresort.com/the-sanctuary-spa

Jun 13

Father’s Day Brunch of Champions!

Posted by Nicole Leaf on June 13, 2013. No Comments

This Sunday (June 16th), celebrate greatness and true dedication with those around you… and I’m not just talking about the U.S. Open, but that ‘good sport’ in your family, Dad! Father’s Day is coming up so treat Dad to a relaxing afternoon on Kiawah Island at Jasmine Porch with their special Sunday Father’s Day Brunch featured around Dad’s favorites!

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Jun 11

Father’s Day on Kiawah Island – Inshore Fishing

Posted by Kiawah Island Recreation on June 11, 2013. No Comments

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By, Grace Cleworth, KIGR Recreation Administrative Assistant

It is the question that looms over my head each year at the middle of June. What Father’s Day gift can I possibly get for a dad that’s given me way more in life that money can ever buy?!  After years of dealing with 2 daughters with endless support, kind words, and compassion, there never seems like much that would possibly repay him appropriately. Sure the typical gift ideas always run through my head- grill tools, golf shirt, case of beer;  but for a man that has worn the same cologne since marrying my mother over 25 years ago, he is pretty well set in his ways. I find it hard to walk in a store and compare any of the items to the time it took us to look at colleges, the hours of driving back and forth to sports practices, or the huge heart that was always available for a chat through the good times and bad.  Maybe a perfectly tailored shirt? Seems like hardly enough to cover the backbone of our family.

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Jun 11

Summer in the South = Okra

Posted by Nicole Leaf on June 11, 2013. No Comments

Southerners have their favorites… Chitlins, Collard Greens, Grits and of course Okra!  Originating from its African birth, this little plant (member of the mallow family, similar to hollyhock and the cotton plant) get’s its street cred here in the south as it grows best in warmer climates making it available year round with summer being its true season to shine. Here at Kiawah Island, SC our chefs have gotten their hands on a fresh batch from our neighborhood Farm- Rosebank Farms, SC.

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Jun 11

Welcome to Underberg!

Posted by Nicole Leaf on June 11, 2013. No Comments

We are all guilty of it… the uncomfortable, about-to-burst sensation that develops deep in your gut after over-indulging at our favorite restaurants. I am here to introduce you to a little post-meal cure … I give you Underberg.

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Jun 9

BBQ Season, Anyone?

Posted by Nicole Leaf on June 9, 2013. No Comments

Jasmine Porch is celebrating the start of the summer season as they release their new hidden secret… Spiced Peach BBQ Sauce. With its rich spiced flavors and smooth finish, this BBQ Sauce is a sure kitchen staple all season long! When Chef Ryley was asked about his sauce his eyes lit up, “our spiced peach barbeque was created in 2004 and was an immediate staple accompaniment to the cuisine in Jasmine Porch.  Our guests requested so many samples of it to take home that we had no choice but to bottle and sell it!

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Jun 4

The latest in fashion at the Sanctuary Spa

Posted by Mike Vegis on June 4, 2013. No Comments

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Are you in need of the latest swimwear and local handcrafted jewelry?  We have you covered with our latest Flora Bella swim wear and cover-ups, as well as local artist, Nicholas Lane’s beautiful handmade jewelry to pick from.  Make sure to make a stop by the Sanctuary Spa to pick out the latest in designer swim wear for the beach and pool while staying at Kiawah, and don’t forget those new earrings you have been dying to pick out for dinner later at the Ocean Room!

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May 31

Wine lovers delight! – The Ocean Room’s June 6th Wine Dinner with Perception Wines

Posted by Nicole Leaf on May 31, 2013. No Comments

If you are a wine connoisseur or just a fan of delicious grapes this is something you won’t want to miss out on! Thursday, June 6th The Ocean Room restaurant is highlighting a Wine Dinner with Perception Wines who is bringing specialty grapes which are made in very limited productions… providing this event with elite wines!

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May 31

Charismatic Megafauna (Manatee)– Kiawah’s Summer Visitor

Posted by Kiawah Island Recreation on May 31, 2013. No Comments

 


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First manatee of the 2013 season has been has spotted in Charleston waters. When one thinks of manatees, an image of sea grass beds in Florida appears in the mind. However, the range of these Florida sea cows extends into the Georgia and South Carolina coasts during the summer due to warmer water temperatures. Manatees can withstand water temperatures of 68 degrees Fahrenheit before the animal is stressed from the cold temperatures. They frequently migrate through shallow estuaries to freshwater springs in search of seagrass and other vegetation. Most scientists agree that manatees must periodically have access to freshwater, which is why it is common to see fishermen spraying manatees with a hose. Manatees are often found drinking freshwater from storm drain outfalls and gathering at river mouths.

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