Business Pulse: Savannah’s economic scene sees vibrant activity this week

Leopold’s Ice Cream Hosts a Book Signing Event

On Friday, May 31, renowned ice cream shop Leopold’s Ice Cream, situated at 212 E. Broughton St., warmly welcomed private chef, author, and culinary TV personality Rebekah Faulk Lingenfelser for a book signing event. The event spotlighted Lingenfelser’s new release, ‘Unique Eats and Eateries of Savannah’, in which Leopold’s Ice Cream features on page 46. Book lovers and ice cream lovers alike congregated during the hours of 11 am to 1 pm, making the event a grand affair. The celebration of local food establishments in the book mirrors Savannah’s vibrant food scene, making the book signing an ideal opportunity for residents and tourists alike to gain a deeper understanding of Savannah’s diverse culinary offerings.

Restore First Health Opens Savannah Location

Healthcare company Restore First, which provides advanced wound care programs to bedridden patients across the United States, celebrated the grand opening of a new location in Savannah with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, June 3. Situated at 25 Chatham Center S, Suite 200, the new location expands the company’s reach in Savannah, making advanced wound therapy available to homebound patients in and around the city. By utilizing community resources and community-based partnerships, Restore First Health continues to demonstrate its commitment to delivering the best care to its patients.

The Y Bar Savannah Grand Opening

In another exciting event, The Y Bar Savannah, a new venue located at 347 MLK Jr. Blvd., marked its grand opening in the historic downtown of Savannah with a series of weekly yoga classes including “Soul Sundays” and “Never Miss A Monday”. The classes are led by Mahogany Bowers, the owner and operator of The Y Bar Savannah and a certified yoga guide. Bowers, who was born and raised on the Westside of Savannah, has the proud distinction of being the first Black person to own a yoga studio in Savannah. The Y Bar Savannah’s unique combination of yoga and social events offers a fresh approach to wellness and community gathering in the city.

The vibrant array of business activities in Savannah, ranging from book signings to grand openings, demonstrates the city’s continued growth and commitment to supporting local initiatives. As the community continues to flourish, local businesses, entrepreneurs, and residents alike are able to benefit from these exciting events and initiatives.