Hey Charleston, Erika + Callie here. Between the two of us, we get the privilege of sharing local news, events, and conversations with readers daily in Charleston — here and on our socials .
Since it’s the beginning of a new year, this may be a perfect time to formally reintroduce ourselves. Consider this us going in for a fist bump, then switching to a handshake, then settling on a hug.
Meet Erika
Q: What were the last three things you did downtown?
A: Got engaged at Hampton Park over the holidays, had dinner + drinks with my fiancé at Élevé Rooftop Restaurant + Lounge at the Grand Bohemian, and did a hard hat tour of The Cooper (waterfront, luxury hotel coming in 2025).
Q: If you could write about one Charleston-specific topic for the rest of your life, what would it be?
A: I would write about the food and drink scene. Charleston has a great one, and there are so many delicious restaurants to enjoy, with new ones popping up daily.
Q: What is your favorite sweet treat in Charleston?
A: I would choose the Butter Pecan Ice Cream from Park Circle Creamery . Moe, the owner, is a Charleston native, and his business has delicious, homemade ice cream + exceptional customer service.
Q: Describe Charleston’s personality in three words.
A: Friendly, historic + pretty
We love a great coffee meet up.
Photo by the CHStoday team.
Meet Callie
Q: What were the last three things you did downtown?
A: I had dinner with my fiancé at Church and Union . Pro tip: Church and Union is featured in the upcoming Restaurant Week South Carolina , Enjoyed cocktails at Hotel Bennett’s Fiat Lux + explored shops on King Street with my best friend who was visiting from Columbia (highly recommend). Met my co-editor Erika at The Mills Hotel’s Iron Rose for appetizers and cocktails (the oyster gratin was *chef’s kiss*).
Q: If you could write about one Charleston-specific topic for the rest of your life, what would it be?
A: It would have to be the people. Charlestonians make this city what it is; there are so many stories to unpack and share.
Q: What is your favorite sweet treat in Charleston?
A: Literally anything from Carmella’s , but you can’t go wrong with a cannoli.
Q: Describe Charleston’s personality in three words.
A: Charming, beautiful + kind