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10+ spots to get soft-shell crabs in Charleston
Seeing soft-shell crabs on the menu is a sure sign summer is on the way — check out these seven Charleston spots to grab yours.
April 09, 2026 02:42 PM
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Try this: The Matador’s Coconut-Avocado Margarita
Celebrate National Margarita Day with this recipe from The Matador.
February 15, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Celebrate Mardi Gras at these local events in Charleston
Join these Charleston businesses to celebrate Mardi Gras in the Lowcountry from New Orelans-inspired food and drinks to live music.
February 6, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Food
Dine local + support Mount Pleasant businesses
Dine Where You Live is a campaign that encourages residents to dine local + support Mount Pleasant businesses.
February 5, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Six Charleston spots offering dine-in + takeout options for the Super Bowl
Don’t want to cook, no problem. Here are six places to enjoy food for the Super Bowl.
January 31, 2024
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Erika Ross
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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
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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
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Several Memorial Day events around Charleston aim to honor our nation’s heroes.
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Callie Putnam
Kardea Brown cuts a ceremonial ribbon at the grand opening of Kardea Brown’s Southern Kitchen at Charleston International Airport. She stands in front of the restaurant’s colorful sign alongside local officials and supporters.
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Kardea Brown brings Lowcountry flavors to the Charleston International Airport
Kardea Brown, the “Delicious Miss Brown” star, opens a new Southern restaurant serving Gullah-inspired classics like shrimp & grits and a cheesy crab dip.
May 16, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Readers share where they’ll celebrate National Barbecue Day in Charleston
There are so many beloved barbecue spots in the Holy City — check out where some readers say the best are to celebrate National Barbecue Day.
May 15, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Charleston’s tourism economy breaks records in 2024
The greater Charleston area had a record-breaking year, generating more than $14 billion in economic impact.
May 14, 2025
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Three young women smile while holding packs of colorful pencils labeled "Kool Toolz" at a school supply drive. The woman on the left wears a yellow shirt and a name tag that says "Madison," while the two women on the right wear matching blue shirts and name tags, with the middle one labeled "Lyra." They are standing in a warehouse-like setting with black lockers and cardboard boxes in the background.
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Trident United Way launches summer drive to support local students and families
Donor networks with Trident United Way unite to collect school supplies, food, clothing, and hygiene items for students across the Tri-County area.
May 14, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Food
Viral TikTok food reviewer Keith Lee is set to make a stop in Charleston on his trip to the Carolinas
Keith Lee’s viral food reviews bring massive crowds to locally owned businesses that deserve the spotlight — where should he go when he’s here in the Holy City?
May 13, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Rainy day picks for Charleston
From cozy bowls of ramen to live local theater, here’s how to make the most of a rainy stretch in the Holy City.
May 12, 2025
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Erika Ross
Erin and Jon Carpenter sit on a couch, smiling and holding an oversized $10,000 check made out to Reynolds Laundry from Arm & Hammer and The Kelly Clarkson Show. The check is dated May 8, 2025. The background is colorful, and the atmosphere is celebratory.
Small Business
Reynolds Laundromat owners awarded $10,000 on “The Kelly Clarkson Show”
The owners of Reynolds Laundromat were nationally recognized by Arm & Hammer for their dedication to serving their community.
May 12, 2025
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Erika Ross
A guest holds an open cocktail passport, showcasing stops on the Moonlight Martini Trail. In the background, a vibrant pickle martini garnished with dill and pickles rests on a polished bar. The scene blends elegance and creativity, highlighting a unique cocktail experience with curated drinks from local establishments.
Food
Visit six of Charleston’s top martini spots with The Loutrel’s Moonlight Martini Trail
The Moonlight Martini Trail highlights six downtown restaurants + bars that feature signature martinis — if you try them all, you can earn deals + a chance to win a stay at The Loutrel.
May 9, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Charleston local businesses shout each other out for Small Business Week
From grits to gifts, see which hidden gems Charleston’s small businesses are loving and why they think you should check them out, too.
May 8, 2025
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Erika Ross