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Restaurant News - November 2026

Restaurant News – Hilton Head, Bluffton & Beaufort

From new restaurant openings and food trucks to local favorites, closures and buzzworthy dishes, LOCAL Life’s restaurant news highlights the…

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Local Business Buzz: New Openings in the Lowcountry (November 2026)

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    November, Together: Five Hilton Head Traditions Worth Gathering For

    From oyster feasts and glowing lanterns to The Nutcracker, a community Thanksgiving dinner and holiday concerts, five November traditions bring…
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    Charcuterie Board Ideas with Candied Pecans and Whipped Ricotta

    Give a classic charcuterie board a homemade touch with candied pecans and whipped ricotta. LOCAL Life publisher Lori Goodridge-Cribb shares…
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    One wardrobe, four very different invitations. See how a bronze dress, turquoise boots and a few clever swaps transform the…
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    Fresh Finds: November Style for Every Celebration

    November’s social calendar calls for something special. Explore five fresh finds from Lowcountry boutiques, from a merlot satin dress and…
  • Phil Propst, Hilton Head Island's first Mail Man

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    When Phil Propst began delivering mail on Hilton Head Island in 1965, many roads were unpaved and mailboxes had no…
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    A Taste of the Times: Party Food Trends from the 1950s to Today

    From cheese balls and fondue to cocktail meatballs, cupcake towers and butter boards, America’s favorite party foods tell the story…
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    After 21 years in the Marine Corps, TJ Johnston found a new sense of belonging through Operation Patriots FOB in…
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    Pop the Cork: Best Sparkling Wines for Every Celebration

    From affordable cava and prosecco for brunch to Crémant de Bourgogne for holiday gatherings and Champagne for memorable moments, sommelier…
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    Pop, Pour and Cook: How to Use Leftover Champagne in the Kitchen

    An unfinished bottle of Champagne still has plenty to offer in the kitchen. Discover how its acidity and delicate flavors…

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Discover the finest home & garden inspiration. Take a step inside some of the Lowcountry’s most beautiful homes. We share expert home tips, the latest trends, design ideas and more. Gardening and florals? We cover that too. Coastal, contemporary, traditional, rustic, modern – No matter your home design preference, we share inspiration to fit your personal style. We know that a home is more than just four walls and a roof. It’s a cohesive work of art, thoughtfully arrayed and defined, inside and out.

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How to Host a Lowcountry Party: Food, Drinks & Decor

A great Lowcountry party doesn’t need to be perfect. It needs good food, a comfortable setting and a reason to…

A Sea Pines Home Reimagined From the Inside Out

A Sea Pines Home Reimagined From the Inside Out

What began as a renovation became an almost complete rebuild. Over 14 months, RCH Construction transformed an aging Sea Pines…

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A Custom Wine Bar Brings Tuscany to This Sea Pines Home

A trip to Tuscany inspired a Sea Pines couple to bring a piece of Italian wine country home. See how…

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A Grand Reveal Awaits in This Rose Hill Backyard

What was once an overlooked stretch of lawn now sets the stage for a striking backyard reveal. See how Earthworks…

A Spring Island Living Room That Lets the Outdoors In

A Spring Island Living Room That Lets the Outdoors In

Soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and a restrained coastal palette give this Spring Island living room an effortless sense of openness.…

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