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Where to eat gluten free in Charleston.

Where to eat gluten free in Charleston

Grab a GF taco from Taco Boy | Photo by @tacoboychs

With so many restaurants in Charleston, it can be hard to know where to start. If you’re looking for gluten-free options, we rounded up this list of eateries.

Breakfast + coffee shops

The Harbinger Café | 1107 King St. | Talk about cozy — this bakery offers a glowy ambiance with freshly baked gluten free snacks.
Vintage Coffee Café | 219 Simmons St. | The small town vibes are strong at this neighborhood cafe with yummy avocado toast.
Mercantile & Mash | 701 E. Bay St. | Check out one of the best places to work remote and pickup a gluten free eat.

Lunch

Mozzo Deli | 616 Meeting St., 730 Coleman Blvd. | Mia here... this is my personal favorite to grab a gluten free sandwich. Give my order a try: creek sandwich on gluten free bread, side of jalapeno chips and a sweet tea.
Five Loaves Café | 214 N. Cedar Street, Summerville, 1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. Pleasant | The ideal place for lunch with a friend and light eats.
Brown Dog Deli | 40 Broad St., 225 Calhoun St. | This is a staple in the Charleston community for a casual eat and downtown vibes.

CHStoday gluten free — Our mouth is drooling looking at Mozzo deli’s sausage egg and cheese.
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Photo via @eat_drink_repeat

Date night

167 Raw | 193 King St. | When in Charleston eat like a local, oysters are served as well as gluten free options at this local resaurant.
Grace & Grit | 320 Wingo Way, Mt. Pleasant |Who needs flights of drinks when you can have flights of grits? This is a great spot to try different flavors of gluten free grits.
Le Farfalle | 15 Beaufain St. | Speaking as somebody who lived in Italy this local spot offers some of the tastiest gluten free pasta dishes in CHS.

Check out our full guide

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Events

Thursday, May 4

Cinco-3PO de Derby Days: A Rooftop Trilogy | Thursday, May 4-Saturday, May 6 | Times vary | The Rooftop at the Vendue, 19 Vendue Range, Charleston | Free | A lively event with themed drinks and food for Cinco de Mayo celebrations.
2023 North Charleston Arts Fest | Thursday, May 4-Saturday, May 6 | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston | Free | This annual event celebrates arts within our community with a wide range of performances and exhibits.

Friday, May 5

Live Music at The Kickin’ Chicken | Friday, May 5 | 7-10 p.m. | The Kickin’ Chicken, Downtown, Mount Pleasant, & Dorchester Rd. Location, Charleston | Enjoy live music on the patio every Friday.*
TAKE THE FUNNY AND RUN | Friday, May 5-Saturday, May 20 | 8 p.m. | Theatre 99, 280 Meeting St. Ste B, Charleston |$20| Improv comedy performed live to give you and your friends a night of laughter.

Saturday, May 6

Charleston Farmers Market | Saturday, May 6 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Marion Square, 329 Meeting St., Charleston | Free | Shop food offerings, artisan crafts, live local music, and 70 farmers and growers.
Summerville Goat Yoga Class | Saturday, May 6 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Flowertown Charm Farm, 255 Stallsville Rd., Summerville | $25 | Goat Yoga is a casual yoga class perfect for those new to yoga, pro yogi’s, and anyone who wants to snuggle with silly goats.
Saturday Night Concert Series | Saturday, May 6 | 4-10 p.m. | New Realm Brewing Co., 880 Island Park Dr. , Charleston |Free with reservations recommended| Head to New Realm Brewing Co. to enjoy some music and a cold beer.

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Finance

Business

4 things to consider when selecting a bank

Presented by a CHStoday partner

First Bank has invested over $1.2 billion in community development loans to revitalize low- and moderate-income areas, donating $500,000 to support education-focused initiatives across the Carolinas in 2022. | Photo provided by First Bank

The right bank should complement your lifestyle and financial goals. When deciding who to trust your finances with, consider these four criteria and ask yourself how your current bank meets them:

Community involvement

If local economic growth is important to you, prioritize a community-focused bank that is committed to reinvesting in local economic development.

An actively involved bank can provide you + your neighbors increased access to:

Small business loans
Mortgages
Charitable donations
Overall financial wellness

Longevity + stability

Do your research — find a bank with a track record of success and the ability to remain steadfast during uncertain economic times. Consider how long the bank has been established and how they plan for growth into the future.

Carolinas-based First Bank began in 1935 during the height of the Great Depression in order to safeguard the hard-earned funds of local farmers, community members + business people. Today, the regional bank offers a wide range of personal + business financial services.

Read on for two more factors to consider.*

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News Notes

Civic

Charge up those electric vehicles — Mayor Tecklenburg has released plans to unveil two new electric vehicles for the City of Charleston’s fleet. The ceremony will take place Thursday, May 4 at 10 a.m. in Washington Square Park.

Real Estate

On the market for a luxury penthouse? Check this out. Include us on your lease while you’re at it. William Means Real Estate has listed a $14.5 million two story penthouse at 18 Broad Street and it is stunning.

Cause

The National Alliance on Mental Health has released plans for a mental health and fund raising walk in Charleston. This event will take place at Palmetto Island County Parks on October 8. The sponsorship applications are open now.

Biz

In case you missed it: Garden and Guns Made in the South Awards are open for entry nominations. The awards are based on southern-made products in the fields of: Home, Crafts, Food, Outdoors, Style, and Drink. Winner will receive a 10,000 cash prize and be featured in the magazine.

Try this

Thursday, May 4, there will be a reconstruction era Rosa Parks walking tour on John Street. The walk will start at 10 a.m. and be led by Donna Gill and Louise Brown who are both activists within the local community. The tour is free but tips are appreciated.

Active

Did you know that while runners gear up for the annual Cooper River Bridge Run, athletes from across the country take part in the Wheelchair Division race sponsored by Roper St. Francis Healthcare? We attended this year’s event to cheer on the participants and meet the integral volunteers — here’s what we learned.*

Drink

Hint is the water that actually makes us want to drink water. Shop from their top sellers + online exclusive flavors and get 45% off three cases for just $36. (That’s $1 per bottle plus free shipping.) Just use code 6AMCITY.*

Number

10 days. That’s how long you have until Mother’s Day. The good news? That gives you just enough time to order a gift from Quince — a brand offering high-end and sustainable products at affordable prices. Think: European linen shorts, silk slip dresses, cashmere crewnecks + Italian leather totes. Shop now.

Closing

North Charleston paper mill closing its doors

North Charleston Paper Mill closing its doors

The WestRock paper mill is shutting the doors in August. | Photo via google maps

Smells like home... the North Charleston paper mill has officially released its plans to close on August 31st. The paper mill has been a landmark in Charleston when locals drive over the Don N. Holt bridge and smell the aroma of the factory.

As of today, they’ve been around for over 85 years, as of the closing, they will have been around for over 86 years. Some might say the mill is one of the oldest Charlestonians still around in the area.

The mill is currently owned by the WestRock company and they cited trouble with finances as the main reason behind the closure. This news was announced through a press release on Tuesday, May 2.

This closure is expected to affect around 500 employees and severance packages will be offered. We will keep y’all posted as this story develops.

Answered

Tuesday we asked “What’s your favorite boat day lunch?” and here’s what you said:

CHStoady boat day results — The results are in... the winner is sweet tea and sammies.
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Survey results via Qualtircs by CHStoday team

Alright guys the people have spoken and sweet tea and sammies knocked it out of the park.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Mia

From the editor

I can confidently say I am hungry after writing about these yummy eats today. Let me know if you try my order at Mozzo and even better tag us in a picture. Pro tip: it’s best as carry out and eaten at Pitt Street Bridge.

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