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Culture
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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Arts
We’re spotlighting 10 Charleston theaters
A guide to enjoying plays, performances, and theaters in the 843.
April 17, 2024
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Tatum Jacaruso
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Culture
19 local gift ideas to celebrate motherhood
April 17, 2024
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Arts
The Gibbes Museum of Art will host Art Charleston
Art Charleston is the city’s premier visual arts event.
April 16, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Sponsored
The Ultimate Driving Museum is off to the races with its newest exhibit
MINIs To The Max: 65 Years of Spirited Adventures celebrates decades of innovation, and runs May 1 through January 18, 2025 at The Ultimate Driving Museum.
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Events
City Editors Callie + Erika try Élevé’s new cocktail-making class
Grab your pals and get ready to learn and make elevated cocktails yourself.
April 12, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Food
Honoring local food faves
We asked you to be the judge + share which restaurants deserve more love.
April 11, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
Three questions with a National Geographic travel writer + his recommended stop in Charleston
National Geographic released a global travel guide packed with off-the-beaten-path destinations — Including Charleston’s own International African American Museum.
April 11, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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City
Here’s your guide to the Charleston County Public Library
Find out how to utilize our local libraries.
April 10, 2024
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STAFF
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Food
Kultura Chef Nikko Cagalanan named a James Beard Award finalist
James Beard Award finalists from Charleston is known for putting an inventive twist on traditional Filipino cuisine.
April 3, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Travel and Outdoors
Answered: Readers say these are the must-see places in Charleston
This list of must-see places in Charleston for visitors was created from reader submissions.
April 3, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Charleston cafes set to debut their first cookbook this spring
The cookbook, which features two Charleston cafes, aims to celebrate food’s ability to foster community and share the secrets behind some tasty bites.
March 12, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Tourism and Hospitality
Southern Living readers name Charleston the best city in the South
Southern Living’s “The South’s Best 2025" list celebrates Charleston and the Lowcountry’s top destinations, from hotels to must-visit restaurants.
March 11, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Arts
Lowcountry artists featured in the City of North Charleston’s Artists-in-Residence program
Lowcountry artists chosen for the Artists-in-Residence program will have their work on display at the Park Circle Community Building.
March 10, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Events
10+ ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Charleston
From family fun to block parties, we’ve rounded up several spots to sham-rock St. Patrick’s Day in Charleston.
March 7, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Travel and Outdoors
A former West Ashley farm is being shaped into Old Towne Creek County Park
The Old Towne Creek County Park will offer several amenities to the Charleston community, like an amphitheater and a playground.
March 6, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Food
5 Local cooking classes to elevate your culinary skills
From Lowcountry flavors to global dishes, these hands-on classes will turn you into a local chef in no time.
March 5, 2025
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Mia Benvenuto
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Events
Don’t miss these additional food and drink events during Charleston Wine + Food weekend
From rooftop celebrations to whiskey tastings, here’s where to sip and savor alongside the Charleston Wine + Food festival this weekend.
March 5, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Culture
Carolopolis Award winners + preserving history in Charleston
Carolopolis Awards honor both private and public projects that preserve that history.
March 4, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Food
The Dewberry unveils its new culinary team + a pair of new menus
Make plans to head to The Dewberry and experience the new offerings from the iconic downtown hotel’s newly announced culinary team.
March 4, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Development
What would our readers do with the former Ryan’s site in West Ashley
From Trader Joe’s to a public park, community members share their top ideas for the former Ryan’s.
March 3, 2025
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Erika Ross