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A vibrant plate with crispy egg rolls, sliced green onions, and a dipping sauce. Nearby are dumplings and a vegetable stir-fry, conveying a delicious, fresh meal.
Food
Fill your plate and celebrate the Lunar New Year in Charleston
Several Charleston restaurants are offering special Lunar New Year menus.
February 12, 2026 02:37 PM
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Callie Putnam
Lowcountry Oyster Festival
Events
Guide to the 2024 Lowcountry Oyster Festival
All the details you need to shuck your way through the Lowcountry Oyster Festival.
January 26, 2024
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Tatum Jacaruso
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Food
Six Charleston 2024 James Beard Award semifinalists named
You’ll find six local stars up for an award based on excellence and other factors like commitment to the community.
January 24, 2024
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Callie Putnam
Christine England
Food
Q+A with Christine England of Lowcountry Eat Out!
Christine England has an experienced background in the food and beverage community and is one of the group’s admins.
January 23, 2024
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Erika Ross
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History
Your ultimate guide to tours of Charleston
Explore the Holy City through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
January 19, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
An aerial view of the Culinary Village at Riverfront Park
Events
Preview available events at the 2024 Charleston Wine + Food
Charleston Wine + Food is the first full weekend in March.
January 17, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Food
Charleston Winter Wine Festival returns
Explore more than 50 types of wine at the Charleston Winter Wine Festival.
January 16, 2024
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Callie Putnam
Chef Wilson preparing a dish.
Food
Park + Grove names new executive chef and will roll out a revamped menu
We can’t wait to visit Park + Grove to try new winter dishes.
January 9, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Food
Make this Roasted Carrot + Shallot Farro Salad in 30 minutes
This beginner-friendly salad recipe will elevate your next meal.
January 8, 2024
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Callie Putnam
Center Street on Folly Beach
Events
Taste of Folly on Folly Beach returns this month
Don’t miss this annual event on Folly Beach.
January 3, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Sleeveless A-line dress made of paper featuring a large black and white photographic print of a rose on the front, displayed on a black dress form with a geometric line background.
Arts
The Charleston Museum will debut the new exhibit “Reimagined Fashion: Creations of the Future Past”
Opening May 3, the Historic Textiles Gallery in the Charleston Museum will feature local designers’ innovative takes on fashion inspired by the Museum’s textile collection.
April 22, 2025
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Erika Ross
Visitors browse a vibrant indoor art exhibit showcasing mixed media, sculptures, and colorful wall hangings. People of various ages engage with the artwork, some admiring stained glass, fiber art, or abstract pieces. Sculptures of animals and intricate textures create a lively, creative atmosphere within a spacious, well-lit venue.
Culture
What you can expect at the 42nd annual North Charleston Arts Fest
The North Charleston Arts Fest is a free five-day celebration that will include performances, activities, and exhibits at a variety of venues throughout the city.
April 21, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A refreshing cocktail served in a textured glass with a gradient effect, transitioning from a deep red at the bottom to a pale, frothy top. The drink is garnished with a dried lime wheel and a gold metal straw, placed on a sunlit white table with palm frond shadows.
Food
A toast to the city: Charleston Cocktail Week kicks off April 21
For Charleston Cocktail Week, enjoy specialty cocktails and deals at 30+ local bars and restaurants through April 27.
April 18, 2025
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Erika Ross
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In this photo, a person wearing a pink apron with a bright red-orange bow is working on a stainless steel countertop, rolling out dough into a long shape. To the left, a tray covered in cornmeal and a black and silver dough scraper are visible. On the right side of the counter lie more pieces of dough, ready to be shaped.
Food
Take a peek at the lineup for Charleston Wine + Food’s Summer Sizzle series
The Summer Sizzle series is hosted by Charleston Wine + Food and features a dozen foodie events that stretch across the Holy City.
April 17, 2025
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Callie Putnam
The front desk and product display at Magnolia Med Spa.
Wellness
3 places to explore med spa treatments in Charleston
We’ve rounded up three Holy City spots, where aesthetics, beauty, and wellness take center stage.
April 17, 2025
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Dalton Phillips
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It’s strawberry season: Where to pick your own strawberries near Charleston this spring
Peak strawberry season runs April through June — here are some local farms where you can fill your basket.
April 16, 2025
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Erika Ross
A wide-angle view of Firefly Distillery in North Charleston, South Carolina, featuring a modern barn-style building with gray siding and red-framed windows. The main entrance is marked by a large “FIREFLY” sign above the doorway. Several people are walking around the front walkway and sitting under large yellow shade sails in an outdoor area. The distillery is surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and greenery under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
Events
Firefly Distillery turns 20: A toast to two decades
Firefly Distillery, North Charleston’s beloved distillery, celebrates its milestone with live music, local eats, and a nod to its iconic Sweet Tea Vodka.
April 16, 2025
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Erika Ross
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This conceptual illustration depicts a mixed-use development adjacent to a waterfront. The layout features a blend of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, including mid-rise apartment buildings, retail shops, green courtyards, and community gathering areas. Tree-lined streets and pedestrian pathways promote walkability, while parking areas are discreetly integrated. A marina or dock extends into the water, enhancing the coastal appeal. Architectural styles blend modern and traditional elements, creating a welcoming village-like atmosphere. The surrounding landscape includes lush greenery and open space, providing a natural buffer between structures and the shoreline.
Real Estate
Updates on Patriots Annex, a mixed-use project planned for Mount Pleasant
This waterfront work, live, and play project aims to bring marinas, offices, hotels + tourist attractions, restaurants, parks, and homes to the area.
April 15, 2025
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Callie Putnam