Take A Stroll Through Brookgreen Gardens, Then Dine Al Fresco At Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant In South Carolina
By Carolyn Harmon|Published January 26, 2023
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Under Brown Mountain Lights the Beast of Blandenboro wanders this magical land where lighthouses shine on kingdoms only accessible by ferries. A Lost Colony of legends and pirates revealed in historical sites and majestic mountains with views that make us weep. The home of handmade sculptures and scrumptious cuisine. North Carolina leaves this long-time writer and artist breathless with endless surprises, including the unlikely warmth a winter walk on the beach can bring.
If you are headed out to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina — congratulations! What a beautiful place to visit and especially to live. While you’re there, take advantage of the plentiful beaches, trails, and parks in the area including the ever-inspiring beauty of Brookgreen Gardens. After working up an appetite, head on over to Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant where dining al fresco is especially popular with dog owners as canines are allowed on the patio. Read on for the details of this action-packed day at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
The award-winning Brookgreen Gardens is the most beautiful garden we have ever visited. Everywhere you look, something interesting, gorgeous, and stirring is there to see, smell, and hear. It is located at Pawleys Island, about 25 miles south of Myrtle Beach.
Brookgreen Gardens, 1931 Brookgreen Dr, Pawleys Island, SC 29585, USA
This culturally-significant National Historic Landmark was founded in 1931
by Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington. Since then, visitors and residents have enjoyed this space and shared photos and stories about this fairytale theater in South Carolina. Come on in and see what all the buzz is about.
Meander through the colorful bounty in every nook and cranny. The paths are abundant with layers of flowers, bushes, trees, and thoughtfully-planted ground coverings.
The Italian marble piece is described as a nude man seated on an alligator's back with his left hand grasping its jaw, and his right arm curving around the tail.
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Another sculpture exhibiting tenderness is "Doe" by Marion Branning. Its sweet little fawn curls up in between her spindly legs.
Take a ride over to Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant in The Market Common. Here the staff practices a tradition of using only the purest, freshest, ingredients in their beer and cuisine.
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant, 3060 Howard Ave, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, USA
Line em up for a flight — try a sip of each and decide which flavor is best. Do you like the authentic German beers? How about a California Craft Pioneer? Or try a Mexican-style lager — Don Gordo anyone?
Yes, the cooks also prepare delicious food with ingredients as interesting as their beers. A popular appetizer is the housemade Bavarian pretzel with fondue or the chicken schnitzel sliders with crunchy crust, lemon caper aioli, and pickles.
The legendary garlic fries are a house favorite, and the cajun fish tacos, or a classic chicken sandwich if you please. But don't forget to save room for the sweets. I am all about the creme brulee cheesecake enriched with layers of vanilla bean custard, light cheesecake, and burnt sugar crisp.
