Food

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
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Culture
Where Kelsea Ballerini should visit on her next trip to Charleston
Ballerini has made several stops in the 843 — some to visit friends, and some for work like the stop she made with Kenny Chesney on the “I Go Back Tour.”
March 18, 2025
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Callie Putnam
Chef Chris Stewart at Glass Onion – A smiling man with glasses, wearing a white chef’s coat and black apron, stands inside a casual restaurant. Behind him, T-shirts hang on the wall, and a counter with various food and drink items is visible.
Food
Q+A with Owner and Executive Chef Chris Stewart of The Glass Onion
Chris Stewart, the West Ashley chef, reflects on 17 years in Charleston’s culinary scene, the rise of diverse dining, and his favorite locally sourced ingredients for spring.
March 18, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Food
Nine Charleston restaurants duke it out for the “Best in Bread” sandwich competition
Which Charleston restaurant will come out on top?
March 17, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Restaurants
Answered: 20 places in Charleston to get an Espresso Martini
Charleston is loaded with places to get an Espresso Martini
March 15, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Food
CHStoday chats with Chef Shuai Wang about family, food, Charleston, and “Top Chef”
Chef Shuai Wang is competing in season 22 of Bravo’s “Top Chef,” was named a 2025 SC Chef Ambassador, and owns two popular North Charleston restaurants.
March 12, 2025
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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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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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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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Real Estate
Leaders break ground on Charleston’s largest mixed-use project, Magnolia Landing
Magnolia Landing will be the newest waterfront work, live, and play project in the Charleston area, and its been in the works for nearly 20 years.
February 28, 2025
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Callie Putnam
The patio at Edmund's Oast Brewing Co. in Charleston — there are lots of tables and string lights in the dining area.
Restaurants
Let’s eat, kids: Family-friendly restaurants in Charleston
Skip the meal prep just this once and treat the little ones to an outing at one of these Charleston spots.
February 27, 2025
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Monica Garske
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Development
Taking a closer look at the Courier Square project
Courier Square is a mixed-use Planned Urban Development project that aims to provide new housing, retail, and office space to upper King Street.
September 15, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Business
Odd Duck Market is spreading its wings with a new location planned for downtown
The market is a Park Circle favorite serving everything from breakfast and wines to unique gifts, all while supporting local brands.
September 15, 2025
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Spread the local love with CHStoday’s Best
Make your voice heard, nominate your favorite local biz and they could win CHStoday’s Best Competition.
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10+ museums in Charleston
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or music fan, these 12 museums in Charleston have it all.
September 12, 2025
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Events
Callie’s Hot Little Biscuits and the Daniel Island Ferry team up to offer a brunch cruise
Biscuits, Bloodies, Brunch + Boats is an all-inclusive experience that features a bountiful brunch spread and a boat ride around the waters of Charleston.
September 11, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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40+ volunteer opportunities in Charleston
This list of volunteer opportunities in Charleston includes everything from lending a hand at the hospital to donating to a local cause.
September 10, 2025
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Business
Ladybird Books, a new independent bookstore, is set to open on King Street
In addition to offering a plethora of books, the new independent bookstore Ladybird Books will host events, readings, and conversations.
September 9, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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