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CHStoday’s BBQ bracket
Round 1 for CHStoday's barbecue bracket featuring eight spots around Charleston. Also shows barbecue at the bottom and grilling tools.
What’s your favorite BBQ spot in CHS? | Graphic by 6AM City
With the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments just around the corner, we’re joining the fun of bracket competitions with a faceoff of our own.

Last year, you helped us name Tideland Brewing the best brewery. This year, we asked you to share your favorite barbecue restaurant in Charleston. Now — thanks to you and the help of a random generator — we have the official lineup for our bracket.

Who’s in the running

Going head-to-head in the first round are:

Swig & Swine and Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint | Two heavy hitters faceoff in the first round: Swig & Swine, which has three locations across the Lowcountry, and Martin’s BBQ, which serves West Tennessee-style whole BBQ in James Island.

Home Team BBQ and Palmira Barbecue | Seasoned vet Home Team BBQ has multiple locations and will faceoff against the new kid on the block, Palmira Barbecue, which recently opened in West Ashley.

Melvin’s BBQ and Lewis Barbecue | South Carolina’s original family of mustard-based BBQ, Melvin’s BBQ, will go up against Lewis Barbecue, which specializes in central Texas-style barbecue.

Bessinger’s BBQ and Rodney Scott’s BBQ | Bessinger’s BBQ, a staple in West Ashley, will faceoff with Rodney Scott’s BBQ, which serves the heat on Upper King Street.

How it works

Beginning today, we will host several voting rounds within our newsletters and social channels to determine Charleston’s best BBQ. Who moves on is up to you. Vote for your favorites, and the restaurant with more votes will move on. Simple as that. We’ll go until we have a champion, which will be announced in our Wednesday, March 27 newsletter. You will be able to vote once per round.

How to participate

Vote for the BBQ restaurant you’d like to see advance to round two. You can vote for all four spots or as little as one. Once we count all the votes, we’ll share an updated bracket and new poll in an upcoming newsletter.

Ready to cheer your “team” to victory? Vote at the button below. ⬇️
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Events
Wednesday, March 6
  • The Sound of Charleston | Wednesday, March 6 | 7-8 p.m. | Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting St., Charleston | $26-$28 | Come hear the iconic music of Charleston’s history, from gospel spirituals to music of George Gershwin, Civil War songs, jazz, and light classics.
Thursday, March 7
  • Mom’s Night Out with 21Seeds Tequila | Thursday, March 7 | 6-9 p.m. | Stars Rooftop and Grill Room, 495 King St., Charleston | Free | Enjoy complimentary food + cocktails, and learn how to make the perfect cocktail at home; there will also be fun giveaways.
  • A Self Care Workshop: Mask Making, Meditation + Massage | Thursday, March 7 | 6:30-8 p.m. | The Container ~ a wellness space, 210 Coming St., Charleston | $70 | Enjoy a candlelit evening mixing face masks, meditating, and learning an at-home massage.
  • Jurassic Park in Concert | Thursday, March 7 | 7 p.m. | Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St., Charleston | $36 | Now audiences can experience Jurassic Park as never before: projected in HD with a full symphony orchestra performing John Williams’ iconic score live to picture.
Friday, March 8
  • The Art of Cheese Pop Up | Friday, March 8 | 12-5 p.m. | The Charleston Place, 205 Meeting St., Charleston | Free | Savor complimentary bites created by the masters at The Art of Cheese from their specialty cheese cart — wine is available for purchase.
  • Palmetto Brewery Macrame Bunny Ring Class | Friday, March 8 | 6-8 p.m. | New Realm Brewing Co., 880 Island Park Dr., Charleston | $35| Come join us this Easter-themed night of crafting your own adorable macrame bunny ring set.
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News Notes
Civic
  • Mayor Cogswell has launched “The Mayor’s King Street Safety Initiative,” aiming to elevate safety, security, and overall livability for King Street. This initiative will begin on Thursday, March 7, and addresses some concerns of residents and businesses. See the details. (Holy City Sinner)
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  • West Ashley Library, located at 45 Windermere Blvd., which closed in December 2022 for renovations, will reopen on Monday, March 18. A ribbon cutting will begin at 9 am. Community members can enjoy new furniture + shelving, plus technology upgrades. (WCSC)
Coming Soon
  • MINDZERO, a wellness studio, is opening its second SC location at Mount Pleasant Town Centre this summer. The studio combines sauna, cold plunge, sound, and breath to provide accessible + inclusive group sessions to elevate energy, focus, and well-being.
Festival
  • Bringing Louisiana to the 843. The Lowcountry Cajun Festival will return to James Island County Park on Saturday, April 13 from 12 to 6 p.m. The day will include Zydeco music, food, and kids’ activities. Advance tickets are $35 per car and $40 the day of.
Concert
  • Slightly Stoopid and Dirty Heads are bringing their “Slightly Dirty Summer Tour” to Credit One Stadium Charleston on Sunday, July 28. Both bands are known for combining multiple genres like rock, reggae, and alternative. Tickets go on sale this Friday, March 8 at 10 a.m.
Eat
  • You’ve got 20 minutes to make and eat your lunch before your next meeting. Enter: This cheddar ranch chicken + bacon melt. It’s warm, it’s savory, it’s hearty — its a yes from us.*
Fun Fact
 
Festival

CHSWF Culinary + Hospitality Investment Fund

Charleston Wine + Food shares new initiative ahead of this year’s festival
An aerial view of the Culinary Village at Riverfront Park
The 2024 Culinary Village will be held at Riverfront Park. | Photo provided Charleston Wine + Food
It’s Charleston Wine + Food (CHSWF) Week CHS — the festival which kicks off today has announced a new initiative that will aim to help CHSWF’s commitment to “becoming a driving force in the industry, nurturing talent, and creating a more inclusive and dynamic food landscape.”

The festival is creating the CHSWF Culinary + Hospitality Investment Fund to positively impact individuals and businesses in the local culinary and hospitality community.

Key Features:
  • Financial support | The fund will provide grants + financial assistance to food and beverage employees and businesses, help navigate challenges, and pursue innovative projects.
  • Mentorship programs | The fund will establish programs connecting industry veterans with aspiring entrepreneurs.
  • New events | CHSWF will bring back year-round programming ahead of its yearlong celebration to honor the festival’s 20th anniversary next year.
The festival will announce how organizations and individuals can apply for grant funds in the coming months.
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Today’s edition by:
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Happy Hump Day. I’m really looking forward to daylight saving time this weekend. Although it’s so tough to lose an hour, I’m excited about those longer Charleston days. We’ll see you in your inbox tomorrow morning.
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