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Charleston Crepe Co. and international cookware company Le Creuset have partnered to sell a gift set for the 2011 holiday shopping season.
Le Creuset, which has U.S. headquarters in the Lowcountry, will package its 11-inch forged hard-anodized crepe pan, a wooden rateau and recipe card with Charleston Crepe Co. crepe mix.
In addition, Le Creuset will feature the history of Charleston Crepe Co. and select recipes from owners Jack and Rachel Byrne on the company website during November and December.
The gift set is available on Le Creuset’s website and at some national retailers. Suggested retail price is $89.99.
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Alice & daisy, vintage and Gypsy Lady Antiques will host the grand opening of their new retail space during October’s First Friday Art Walk.
The shops, down the alley at 54 1/2 Broad St., sell vintage apparel and antiques geared toward young professionals. Alice & daisy, vintage, sells vintage gems and retro clothing from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s.
Gypsy Lady began as vendors gathering in founder Gleason Johnston’s backyard to sell their antiques. Johnston’s segment of the shop will sell antique and vintage furnishings and home accessories.
The grand opening will take place from 5-8 p.m. Oct. 7 in the courtyard of 54 1/2 Broad St. Local photographer Joshua Drake will also be displaying his work, which will be showcased in the shop for a week.
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Today is National Coffee Day, and Kangaroo Express convenience stores are celebrating by launching the Roo Mug. Customers who are members of the Roo Club can receive deals on Bean Street Coffee, including 49-cent coffee on Wednesdays and free coffee on Fridays, and other breakfast items.
The reusable coffee mugs are available for purchase at Kangaroo Express stores. The cups cost $1.59, and refills cost 99 cents through the end of the year.
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