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Know before you go: Coastal Carolina Fair
The Coastal Carolina Fair returns to Exchange Park with concerts, food, exhibits, and rides — use this guide to prepare for your visit.
October 28, 2025 02:17 PM
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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.
Food
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
Three plates of barbecue from Lewis Barbecue.
Food
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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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
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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Explore these 10+ farmers markets in Charleston
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up 10+ farmers markets around Charleston, SC.
May 2, 2025
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Food
Reader recommended: The Lowcountry’s best pimento cheese
We asked where to find the pimento cheese in the 843, and you answered.
April 29, 2025
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Callie Putnam
Small wooden trays filled with golden fried fritters topped with fresh herbs, served over a creamy herb sauce, displayed on a wooden surface.
Events
A taste of the Lowcountry: Chef’s Potluck returns May 18
Don’t miss the 17th annual Chef’s Potluck that celebrates local flavor with top chefs, farm-fresh bites, family fun, and a chance to support Charleston’s local food system.
April 25, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Real Estate
Frank & Jack’s, a new restaurant and event space, is coming to Mount Pleasant
Frank & Jack’s will be nestled on two acres just off Highway 17, and the space will feature a standalone ice cream shack.
April 23, 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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A neatly wrapped napkin, a drink on a coaster, and a cookbook titled “The Fleet Landing Cookbook” featuring a waterfront restaurant photo rest on a dark table, creating a cozy dining atmosphere.
Business
Fleet Landing celebrates 20 years with the release of “The Fleet Landing Cookbook”
To celebrate 20 years of serving seafood and southern favorites on the Charleston Harbor, Fleet Landing has released its first cookbook.
September 8, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Patios for outdoor dining around Charleston
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Charleston’s many beautiful patios.
September 5, 2025
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Plowing ahead: GrowFood Carolina is supporting local farmers and eating fresh
GrowFood Carolina, which now represents 80+ SC farmers, helps them put their produce in grocery stores and local restaurants.
September 4, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Play
10+ free things to do in Charleston
No cash? No problem. Whether you are spending a day or a lifetime in Charleston, these are some of the best offerings that won’t break the bank.
September 3, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A smiling man in a white chef’s coat stands indoors by a window, leaning casually against a wall with brown curtains behind him, creating a warm, relaxed, and inviting atmosphere.
Food
The Charleston Place welcomes Chef Daniel Humm of Eleven Madison Park to lead its year-long pop-up restaurant
Chef Daniel Humm and the pop-up restaurant will host its first guest on Thursday, Oct. 2. The restaurant will be housed at The Charleston Place.
September 2, 2025
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Callie Putnam
Summer specials on a table at Five Loaves Cafe.
Live
Lunch break: A guide to $15 lunch deals in Charleston
We’ve rounded up local deals that’ll help you enjoy your lunch break without breaking the bank.
August 28, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A historic photograph shows Charleston’s devastation after the 1886 earthquake, with collapsed buildings, debris scattered across the street, and people standing among the ruins of Wm. M. Bird & Co. storefront.
Taking a look back at the Charleston earthquake of 1886
The Lowcountry isn’t a stranger to natural disasters, but the Charleston earthquake of 1886 shook the region to its core.
August 26, 2025
Five plush animal toys—a green alligator, a sea turtle, a gray dolphin, a brown otter, and a bald eagle—are arranged together on a table with an aquarium backdrop of rocks and fish.
City
Support the South Carolina Aquarium by adopting an animal
Choose an animal and the level of adoption you’d like to support the South Carolina Aquarium and the animal lover in your life.
August 25, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A modern, stylish interior features tall white columns, wood cabinetry, pendant lighting, and lush greenery. Neutral tones, sleek furniture, and textured rugs create a warm, sophisticated space blending comfort with contemporary elegance.
Business
Textures, a luxury hardwood company, opens in the Charleston Design District
The hardwood company has a space in the Navy Yard Charleston’s design hub featuring showrooms, maker spaces.
August 22, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Small Business
5+ independent bookstores to explore in Charleston
These bookstores will spark creativity and serve as your cozy haven while you browse for your next favorite reads.
August 21, 2025
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Callie Putnam