I think we all fell a little in love with Charleston this weekend 🙂
Erica and I got up at 7 to go for a run together before we headed out. (Tina’s hip is still hurting 🙁 ) We ran 5.25 miles in about 50 minutes all through her gorgeous planned neighborhood. I want to live there for the bike and running paths!! It was a good run – lots of talking so it went by fast!
Erica and Josh were wonderful hosts, leaving us some surprises on our beds! We slept so well in their cozy guest bed.
After showers and caffeine, we all headed out for breakfast at the beach!
We went to Sea Biscuit at Isle of Palms
Lots ‘O charm
And a long list of daily specials!
It was hard to decide, but I ordered the Blueberry Walnut French Toast
It was great! Very homemade tasting. I finished the whole plate (was famished from my run) and added a little maple syrup and enjoyed some of Tina’s fruit.
Matt got a tomato + bacon benedict (and shared a bite)
The fruit plates were gorg!
After breakfast we headed out to the sand to put our feet in the ocean
Wish we could have stayed longer to play!!
We drove TIna + Mal through Sullivan’s Island, historic Mt. Pleasant, and a swirl through downtown Charleston before getting back on I-26 to head back to Charlotte.
We had such a wonderful weekend with our “new” friends. Wish we could get together with both couples more often.
Off to the airport!
ellie says
I’ve been dying to go to Charleston for years- love hearing how great it is! Staying on my itinerary 😀
The breakfasts sound great- Cherry walnut bread? Pineapple coconut bread? Further confirmation that I need to visit ASAP!
Enjoy the rest of your weekend, Kath!
Hallie (Healthy Twists) says
Aww, the photo shoots look so nice! I’m pretty camera shy so unfortunately, I don’t have that many photo of my guy and me…I should get over that and get some more cute photos!
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
What a fun day!!! Loving the yummy breakfast stop, and you and Matt definitely look at home on that beach. Enjoy the rest of your trip! 🙂
Shannon (The Daily Balance) says
breakfast looks delicious! What a charming little spot! Good to hear the trip was such a blast — I’ve never been to Charleston — looks like I would love it, though!
amanda says
Looks like such a pretty town! You know you guys could always open your very own personally named bakery in Charleston! 😉
Daria (Summer of the CSAs) says
Whoa, is that gift from your hosts a banana flattened or banana flatbread? Either way, sounds delish!
lynn (The Actors Diet) says
what a lovely morning – am about to head to the beach myself later on today….was the water warm?
Christie @ Quit Your Diet says
Aw, you guys had such a fun time! Blogger meet ups are the best!
Jenny says
Getting up on a SUNDAY at 7 AM to go running?? You just can’t have a leisurely w/e morning, can you?
Mrs. Myers @ Eat Move Write says
Fun! Everyone seemed to have blogger meetups this weekend. Caitlin over at Healthy Tipping Point too! I’m jealous! Looks like you had a great time!
Kailey (SnackFace) says
Charleston really is one of the most beautiful places! I’ve loved the whole weekend! You all look so sunny, healthy and happy! Umm, and ending it with a fab run and brilliant french toast? Perfection. Have a safe trip back!
Amanda (My Summerizations) says
that’s the best fruit plate i’ve ever seen! wow!
Kathy (Moving Beyond Perfection) says
That french toast looks like it was an *excellent* choice! Looks amazing!
Faith says
Those breakfasts look amazing! What a beautiful beach!
Deva says
What a fantastic place – so beautiful! Your post made my heart ache for the beaches in Maryland and Delaware. 🙂
Erica says
You guys got so many great pictures this weekend-what a cute couple 🙂
Erica says
oh my gosh- ps, please tell Matt the bread is out of this world!
Liza says
I am moving to Charleston next summer and could not be more excited for it!!! 🙂
Shannon, The Healthy Beach Bum says
What a cute restaurant! I think that is the best looking fruit bowl I’ve ever seen 🙂 Lovin the beachiness of it all!
M says
I love early morning runs in fun new spots! It seems less like a workout and more like exploration.
Tay says
OH MY WORD!! French toast is my absolute fave, and BLUEBERRY french toast?? That looks amazing!!
Glad you’re having such a fun time! 🙂
Christina says
That blueberry french toast looks amazing! Blueberries in the bread?! It’s genius!
Jenn (www. j3nn.net ) says
Beautiful breakfast!
Jenn
Emily (A Nutritionist Eats) says
How are those flattened bananas?? I saw them during my last trip but didn’t get…..
Kath says
Daria + Emily ,
Flattened banana! They are good!
Jenny ,
How many chances to I get to run under palm trees in the morning dew with my new friend Erica?
Erica ,
So glad to hear it!! Enjoy!
Kath
Cait (Cait's Plate) says
Holy yum! That place looks amazing! I think I even just fell in love with Charleston a little! Or maybe A LOT 🙂
Jennifer says
looks like you hit up all the super touristy spots in Charleston. just a tip, next time avoid the east bay street area and check out upper king instead. remember-tourists shouldn’t lead other tourists! haha.
Maria says
How fun! I love Tina and Erica. Glad I found your blog now!