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Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Charleston
Dining in the Holy City is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
January 26, 2026 02:08 AM
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Callie Putnam
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Culture
A year later: See updates on the IAAM
One of the latest updates is that the IAAM has received an accolade from TIME Magazine.
July 29, 2024
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Erika Ross
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City
Spread the local love with CHStoday’s Best
From coffee shops to event venues, we’re asking for your insight on the top-tier spots Charlesotn has to offer.
July 28, 2024
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Bella Rainey
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Culture
Summerville is your place for all things sweet tea
Summerville has the world’s largest sweet tea plus lot of sweet tea events.
July 25, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Food
Your guide to alcohol-free options in Charleston
Because your alcohol-free options aren’t limited to soda and tea.
July 22, 2024
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Alexandra Garian
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Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Charleston.
July 22, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Food
Indulge in The Flower Experience
A downtown hotel and restaurant is offering The Flower Experience, for guests looking for a day of luxury + new adventures.
July 18, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Culture
Try this caviar martini recipe from Hank’s Seafood Restaurant
Hank’s Seafood Restaurant has a fun spin on National Caviar Day
July 18, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Sports
Dreaming of gold: Olympians with ties to Charleston and SC competing in the Paris Summer 2024 Olympics
The Holy City is well represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics — these are some locals to watch.
July 17, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Travel and Outdoors
Celebrities spotted in Charleston
At least a dozen celebrities have been spotted around Charleston, check out which A-Listers have come to see what makes Charleston so special.
July 12, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Two people stand in a vibrant, immersive art installation featuring Vincent van Gogh’s “Sunflowers.” The walls and floor are completely covered in large-scale digital projections of the iconic yellow flowers and vivid green and blue foliage, creating a glowing, all-encompassing experience.
Events
Step inside the world of art: “Beyond Van Gogh” and “Beyond Monet” are coming to Charleston
Two immersive art experiences bring the works of Van Gogh and Monet to life at Festival Hall this summer.
April 14, 2025
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Erika Ross
In this vibrant photo, a young girl is holding a colorful bouquet in front of her face, partially obscuring her features. The bouquet bursts with a variety of blooms, including peach and coral dahlias, deep burgundy flowers, fluffy purple blossoms, spiky pale celosia, and small yellow flowers. The background is a lush garden with more flowers in bloom, creating a cheerful and lively atmosphere.
City
Try this curated flower-picking experience
Take a trip out to Berkeley County to pick and create your own flower arrangement.
April 11, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Local happy hour deals to quench your thirst in Charleston
Pull up a seat and sip a discounted drink during happy hour at one of these Charleston spots.
April 11, 2025
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Real Estate
Hot on the market: Check out these two standout homes that have been recently listed
From historic charm to oceanfront luxury, these standout homes are a must-see.
April 10, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Culture
Spin into Record Store Day with these local spots around Charleston
Here’s where to celebrate Record Store Day around Charleston.
April 10, 2025
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Alexandra Garian
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City
Charleston’s oldest businesses
From apparel to food, the Holy City has several family-owned businesses that have been around for a century — or more.
April 9, 2025
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Justine Palkowski
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Food
CHStoday’s menu for the Masters Champions Dinner
Here’s what the CHStoday team would put on the menu if we were serving the Masters Champions Dinner.
April 9, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Answered: You shared which local restaurant should be selected for the Michelin Guide American South
Who deserves the gold star and to be included in the Michelin Guide American South in Charleston?
April 8, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Know before you go: High Water Festival
High Water Festival is an upcoming musical oasis happening on April Saturday, April 26 through Sunday, April 27 bring musicians from all around the world to North Charleston’s Riverfront Park.
April 8, 2025
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Erika Ross
This photo shows Kelsea Ballerini performing on stage under a soft spotlight, creating an intimate and ethereal atmosphere. Seated on a stool, she strums an acoustic guitar and sings into a microphone, her focus deep and emotional. She wears a layered tulle dress paired with sparkling knee-high boots, adding elegance and glamour to the moment. The background is dimly lit, with a drum set visible behind her.
Events
Answered: Where Kelsea Ballerini should visit on her next trip to Charleston
Did you know? Ballerini collaborated with Apple Maps to highlight a few of her favorite Lowcountry spots.
April 7, 2025
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Callie Putnam