They'rrrre Back...

But how long will they stay? Right whales, a near extinct whale, have been making the Charleston area their winter home for the past several years.

Several recent articles in Charleston's Post & Courier newspaper tell the story of the "tumultuous" waters these whales are swimming into. To read about these magnificent creatures and their plight, click here and here.

Restaurant reminder-Stono Farm Market

How many times have you passed by Stono Farm Market (842 Main Road, Johns Island) on your way to Seabrook Island or Kiawah?

I've been known to zip right by it too. On one occasion where I did stop, I found the most delicious ravioli! Turns out these delectable little morsels are handmade by Brian Bertolini and are served at over 60 of Charleston's finest restaurants. Bring your cooler and load it up with Rio Bertolini's Handmade Pasta.

For those who want to do more than "grab and go" at the Stono Farm Market, pull up a chair and have a meal at the Tomato Shed Cafe. Lunch, consisting of in season produce, is served Monday-Saturday 11AM-2:30PM.

Even better, I discovered Tomato Shed Cafe can prepare holiday meal! Great! This gets you out of the kitchen and enjoying the company of your friends and family.

Charleston Symphony Orchestra League's Home Tour

Round up your girlfriends and come spend the day in the Lowcountry!

Saturday, November 8, 2008, Kiawah Island plays host to the CSOL's 2008 Home Tour. Six private homes will be open for touring from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. As a finale, the symphony orchestra will present a concert at The Sanctuary at 5 p.m.

Tickets are $40.00 in advance; $45.00 day of the event. For more info visit the Charleston Symphony Orchestra League's website .

Charleston self-guided walking tour

Calling all iPhone and Touch iPod owners! There is a great new app for you--Charleston City Slickers.

The walking tour application is available from iTunes for $9.99. What a great price!

Now if only I had an iPhone or iPod...