Founder and CEO Laura Smoragiewicz wasn’t always a business boss. After graduating from Clemson University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Public Health, she attended the Medical University of South Carolina where she earned her second bachelor’s degree in nursing.  Eager and fully equipped to provide care to patients, she began her 13 year career as a nurse. Her nursing career provided her with fulfillment and an overall sense that she was changing people’s lives for the better. However, the pandemic had a plan of its own, and Smoragiewicz was furloughed. During her six-week absence, she ..read more

Whether you’re visiting the Holy City or a local, finding a great place to get your caffeine fix and get some work done is of the utmost importance. There are certain criteria a spot must hit to earn the title of one of the best coffee shops in Charleston, and we’re sharing our favorites today!  With many companies adopting a flexible WFH policy, travelers and locals alike find it easier to either work remotely in a new destination until the weekend starts or ditch the office or house in favor of a new spot to work from! Here in Charleston, there are some great spots to work remotely from ..read more

Every year, the Charleston Wine & Food Festival hosts an array of events featuring some of the best chefs and food experiences in the world. Started in 2005 with the hope of making Charleston a culinary mecca, this yearly festival has put Charleston on the map as the Southeastern destination for dining and drinking. Here at On Call Concierge Charleston, we want to make sure you know how to do Charleston Wine & Food right! Photo courtesy of Charleston Wine & Food This year’s theme is focused on “togetherness” and the idea of loving thy neighbor through both the good and bad times an ..read more

In recent years, Charleston has become a Southeastern food destination. With famous restaurants such as Husk and Rodney Scott’s BBQ featured on Netflix’s documentary series “Chef’s Table,” it is no wonder that visitors pour into Charleston every year to eat. Because Charleston’s culinary scene is constantly changing, this list of new, happening restaurants will evolve. Here are our top choices currently:  Maison Cozy French restaurant Maison is a newcomer on the Charleston food scene. Chef Vandy Vanderwarker (formally of The Ordinary) has created a beautiful menu filled with local and sea ..read more

While Charleston is best known for its beautiful and historic downtown, we’re lucky enough to have some of the nicest beaches in the South. There are three easily accessible beaches in Charleston, and each of them has a different vibe. This means there is something for everyone! Folly Beach:  Folly Beach is just south of Charleston, about 25 minutes from downtown. The vibe of Folly is more “tourist friendly” with hotel and rental properties with direct access to the beach and a pier to explore, too. Within walking distance of the beach are tons of delicious restaurants. Some of our favori ..read more

Charleston is brimming with both history and beautiful sites. Here at On Call Concierge, we want to make sure your trip not only is a learning experience, but that you also walk away with some seriously instagrammable photos. This shouldn’t be hard to do in a city like Charleston with it’s rainbow colored homes and beautiful beaches!  In Charleston, especially during the hot months of summer, it is important to hit the ground early and take in downtown before the sun gets too high in the sky. Save your walking for these early hours or right around sunset, trust us on this one! Some of the ..read more

While not ideal, if you only have 24 hours to spend in the Holy City, we’ve got some suggestions and tips for you! First, if your time is short, it’s important that you hit the ground running early. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered in the coffee department!  Your first stop of the day is at our favorite quaint spot for coffee at Harken Café on Queen Street, just north of Broad Street. Order the ‘Butter Me Up’ breakfast sandwich and an Earl Grey Lavender Latte to kick start your energy. Grab it to-go and head around the corner and across the street Washington Park and either spread out o ..read more