Kilwins chocolate fudge and ice cream is celebrating 20 years in the Lowcountry. We opened our doors in May 1997 and have been serving the Lowcountry at the same location in Tanger Outlet Mall 2. Owners, Rick and Michelle Cheadle, who have lived in the area 35+ years, retired from aviation and decided they wanted to find a small business to keep them busy.

In June, Corner Perk in Old Town Bluffton started selling its first batch of aged coffee. And no, it doesn’t come from a really, really old pot.

Several months ago, owner Josh Cooke sent 120 pounds of green coffee beans to Dafuskie Island Rum Company, where they were stored in an empty Woodford Reserve double oak bourbon barrel.

SERG Restaurant Group, owners of popular Hilton Head Island restaurants such as Skull Creek Boathouse, Poseidon and One Hot Mama’s, announced recently that it is adding a new fast-casual spot to its list of offerings.

Marley’s Shrimp and Burger Shack will be a quick counter service-style restaurant next to Marley’s Island Seafood Grille, according to a SERG press release. The restaurant was expected to open by the beginning of July.

The city of Hardeeville unveiled its new farmers’ market June 19 on the lawn behind City Hall. The farmers’ market is a space for local vendors, growers, craftsmen, and the community to gather and share goods, knowledge and company. The market will be held weekly this summer from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. each Monday (except holidays) on the lawns at City Hall on Main Street. Interested vendors should contact Parks and Recreation Director Addison Jarrell at 843-784-2231 or Becky DalSanto at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is offering beachgoers another option for drinks at its new Sandbar at Marker 72. The bar is part of a pavilion on the beach that previously was used for events like weddings, said Avery Ivey of The Brandon Agency.