Summerville Weekly: February 11th

💘Valentine's Day Specials, SEWE, Live Music, and more!🎸

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Michael Conley
February 11, 2025

☀️Good Morning Sweet Tea Sippers! Love is in the air, and Summerville's culinary scene is ready to celebrate. Our local restaurants are pulling out all the stops for Valentine's Day, offering an array of romantic dining experiences. While romance blooms in Summerville, just a short drive away in Charleston, the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) is gearing up for its 43rd annual showcase from February 14-16. 💥

In Today’s Summerville Weekly:

  • Things going on in Summerville this week 👀

  • Valentine’s Day Food Specials 💝

  • Southeastern Wildlife Expo (Charleston) 🦅

  • Restaurant Spotlight: Biscuit Belly 🍳

  • Featured Pup of the Week: Freya 🦮

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Events

Today

  • Meet Sleeping Beauty 👸 | East Bay Deli: Sleeping Beauty is waltzing by Kid's Night at East Bay Deli at Carnes Crossroads, from 5-7pm! Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.

  • Beautiful Islands Wine Tasting 🍷 | Accent on Wine: see what the Islands of Corsica (France), Sardegna (Italy), Canary Islands (Spain) and Marlborough (New Zealand) have to offer with their unique wine! The wine tasting runs from 6-8pm and costs $14 per person, no reservations needed.

Wednesday February 12th

Thursday February 13th

Friday February 14th

Saturday February 15th

Sunday February 16th

Recurring Events 🔁

Mondays

  • Karaoke | Montreux Bar and Grill: 7pm

Tuesdays

  • Trivia Night | Buffalo Wild Wings: play for the chance to win prizes at BWW on North Creek Dr in Summerville at 6:30 PM

  • Trivia & $2 Tacos | Montreux Bar and Grill: 7:30 PM

Wednesdays

  • Music Bingo | Frothy Beard Off World: 7 PM (check out our Instagram video on this!)

  • Name That Tune | Montreux Bar and Grill: good eats, drinks, and company, while testing your music knowledge! 7:30-10 PM

Thursdays

  • Trivia | Frothy Beard Off World: 7 PM, trivia topic changes weekly.

  • Music Bingo | Montreux Bar and Grill: 7:30 PM

Saturdays

  • Winter Farmers Market | Coastal Coffee Roasters: every Saturday morning from 9AM-1PM, Coastal Coffee Roasters in Summerville hosts various local vendors for a mini winter farmers market!

Valentine’s Day Food Specials in Summerville 🍽️

Starter: Thai Blossom Salad

Main Course: Golden Thailand Curry Lamb Treasure

Dessert: Choice of: Mango Sticky Rice Delight, Tropical Mango Cheesecake, Cupid’s Coconut Mochi

Drink: 1 glass of Champagne or Wine included – or any other non-alcoholic drink of choice

Madre’s Mexican Restaurant: $45 or $55 dinner for two

Appetizer: Choice of: Tres Amigos, Queso, Guacamole

Entrees: Choose two: Steak Bowl, Chicken Fajita Meal, Burrito Meal

Drinks: Choice of Two Specialty Drinks for $55 or Dessert and Two Soft Drinks for $45

LPC Kitchen: 3 courses + dessert for $75 per person

First Course (select one): Sunday Salad | Split Pea Soup | Meatball

Second Course: Pasta for Two (select one) Agnolotti | Vodka Sauce | Bolognese

Third Course (select one): Chicken Parm | Eggplant Parm | Smash Burger

Margherita Pizza | Carmen Pizza | Marinara Pizza | Ellie Pizza

Dessert (select one): Ice Cream | Tiramisu | Cinnamon Dough Knots

Rotolo’s Craft and Crust: heart-shaped pizzas available until Feb 14th

The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) is set to return from February 14-16, 2025, transforming Charleston into a vibrant celebration of wildlife art, conservation, and outdoor lifestyle. Now in its 43rd year, SEWE continues to be the largest event of its kind in the United States, drawing wildlife enthusiasts, artists, and conservationists from across the nation to the heart of the Lowcountry.

This year's expo promises an array of exciting attractions spread across five major venues in downtown Charleston. Visitors can look forward to the highly curated SEWE Fine Art Gallery, showcasing works from renowned wildlife artists, including 2025 Featured Artist Ray Brown. The event will also feature popular returning favorites such as the thrilling DockDogs® competitions, live demonstrations from the Center for Birds of Prey, and the expanded Sporting Showroom at the Charleston Marriott. For families, the reimagined kids' areas in Brittlebank Park and Marion Square offer educational and interactive experiences, making SEWE a perfect outing for all ages.

SEWE 2025 introduces a new tiered ticketing system, allowing attendees to plan ahead and secure the best rates. With general admission providing access to all venues, shows, and demonstrations, and special events offering more intimate experiences, there's something for every wildlife and outdoor enthusiast. Whether you're an art collector, a nature lover, or simply looking for a unique Charleston experience, SEWE promises an unforgettable weekend that celebrates the beauty and diversity of the natural world.

Restaurant Spotlight

Summerville's culinary scene just got a whole lot flakier with the arrival of Biscuit Belly, the Kentucky-based brunch sensation that opened its doors last week. Located at the corner of West Richardson and Central Avenue, this "craft casual" eatery is already causing quite a stir with its scratch-made biscuits and innovative Southern-inspired menu.

Founded by Chad and Lauren Coulter, former pharmacists turned restaurateurs, Biscuit Belly brings a fresh take on comfort food to our charming town. The concept was born from the Coulters' love for brunch, and it shows in every detail. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by a vibrant atmosphere that perfectly balances modern aesthetics with Southern hospitality. The restaurant's unique blue shimmer wall, proudly displaying "Summerville," serves as a testament to their commitment to embracing our community.

But let's talk about the star of the show – the biscuits. Crafted by renowned Bluegrass executive chef Tavis Rockwell, these golden pillows of perfection are the result of three months of recipe refinement. While the exact recipe remains a closely guarded secret, we do know that cake flour plays a crucial role in achieving that melt-in-your-mouth texture.

The menu is a playground for biscuit lovers and brunch enthusiasts alike. Standout items include the "Mama's Boy," featuring buttermilk fried chicken breast, roasted jalapeño pimento cheese, spicy belly pickles, and a fried green tomato, all nestled within their signature biscuit. For those with a sweet tooth, don't miss the "Bonuts" – biscuit donut holes rolled in cinnamon sugar and served with bourbon cream cheese frosting.

Biscuit Belly's arrival in Summerville is more than just a new dining option; it's a celebration of community and culinary craftsmanship. As Clint Umphrey, Vice President of Operations, put it, "We fell in love with Summerville's small-town Southern feel, which continues to draw more families every year.”

We had the opportunity to try out Biscuit Belly at their grand opening last week, check out the Instagram video below to see what we thought. ⬇️

Meet Freya, the 3 year old hound mix who has been a resident at Dorchester Paws since October. ❤️

We got the chance to take Freya out for a doggie date last week, and here’s how it went:

Freya was the sweetest girl ever, and was really excited to go for a walk, until someone came riding by on a very loud dirt bike. After that, Freya was too scared to continue our walk, so we took her home to hangout in our fenced in yard in hopes that she would settle in and be ready to go back out and meet some potential adopters!

Although she did calm down, we didn’t want to traumatize her and decided to just enjoy the rest of the doggie date at home. Despite being scared and confused, Freya was super friendly and loved getting pets & lots of attention!

At one point, we brought our own dog Coco out in our screened in porch in an attempt to calm Freya down, letting them sniff each other through the screen - and it worked like a charm!

While they never interacted without the barrier between them, Freya seemed to really come out of her shell having Coco nearby, and we think she would do really well with a family who has other dogs to show her the ropes!

To see our doggie date with Freya, check out the Instagram video below. ⬇️

For more information on Freya and to see the other dogs & cats who are looking for their forever home, please visit dorchesterpaws.org 💙.

This Week’s Weather in Summerville

Today 🌧️
H60🌡️L44 | 30% Chance of Rain
Wednesday ☁️
H74🌡️L52 | 15% Chance of Rain
Thursday 🌧️
H72🌡️L56 | 40% Chance of Rain
Friday ☀️
H60🌡️L44 | 10% Chance of Rain
Saturday ☁️
H69🌡️L43 | 25% Chance of Rain
Sunday 🌧️
H70🌡️L49 | 25% Chance of Rain
Monday ☀️
H54🌡️L34| 15% Chance of Rain

Thanks for reading, see you next week! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram @summervilleweekly & Facebook at Summerville Weekly to stay up to date on what’s going on throughout the week!

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