Foodie event alert: Savor Charlotte is coming to CHS
Presented by Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority
Whether you crave international ingredients, something spicy, or comfort food, Charlotte’s food scene has your cravings covered. | Photos provided by Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority
Doritos and Taco Bell, a Caesar salad and a side of fries, Martha Stewart and Snoop Dog — yes, we’re talking about iconic collaborations.
Looking to join the list: Savor Charlotte and Charleston.
Ready to take part in this exciting event? Here’s how:
🍽️ How it works
Pick your chef-mixologist-restaurant collaboration from the list below.
Make a reservation directly with the restaurant (pro tip: spots are limited, so advanced + early reservations are strongly recommended)
Savor the culinary experience on November 14.
Mark your calendar for Savor Charlotte in the Queen City coming March 2025.
Photo provided by Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority
🤝 The Collaborations
The Grocery | 4 Cannon St. | The neighborhood gathering place will host Chef Kaley Laird of Mimosa Grill and Mixologist Brittany Kellum of Fin & Fino.
The Ordinary | 544 King St. | The Southern seafood hall and oyster bar will welcome aboard Chef Joe Kindred from Kindred and Mixologist Larry Suggs from Ramble Drinkery.
Edmund’s Oast | 1081 Morrison Dr. | Chef Greg Collier of 3rd & Fernwood and Mixologist Mena Killough of Vinyl bring their talents to the cozy, comfort food eatery.
Southbound | 72 Cannon St. | Chef Shai Fargian of YAFO Kitchen and Mixologist Nadira Martin of Lorem Ipsum will take over the historic two-story home-turned-restaurant.
Sorelle | 88 Broad St. | Chef Sam Hart from Counter- will take over the southern Italian eatery.
Which collaboration has your mouth watering the most?
A. The Grocery, Mimosa Grill, and Fin & Finno B. The Ordinary, Kindred, and Ramble Drinkery C. Edmund’s Oast, 3rd & Fernwood, and Vinyl D. Southbound, YAFO Kitchen, and Lorem Ipsum E. Sorelle and Counter-
Candle Making Party | 6-8 p.m. | Bohemian Bull, James Island | $40 | Get ready to ignite your creativity and make candles that will bring warmth and coziness to your home.
Wednesday, Oct. 30
Wine Night | Wednesday, Oct. 30 | 5-9 p.m. | Five Loaves Cafe, Mount Pleasant + Summerville | Price of purchase | Enjoy any red, white, rosé, or orange wine on the menu at half price during dinner.
Mischief Night | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Fleet Landing | Price of purchase | Join the Fleet Landing team for a pop-up celebration with Vince Lendacki’s iconic oyster shooters at the raw bar.
Fall Garden Stroll + Wine Tasting and Masquerade | 5 p.m. | Middleton Place | $30+ | It’s the season’s last garden stroll and wine tasting, so wear your finest masquerade attire and enjoy the festivities along the Ashley River.
After 12 years in business, Rutledge Cab Company has closed its Rutledge Avenue spot. The last day of service was yesterday, Oct. 28 — read the farewell message to its customers.
Development
Could we see less flooding downtown? The City of Charleston broke ground on the final phase of the Huger and King Street Pump Station. The project promises to increase flow out of the intersection by 70,000 gallons of water per minute, reducing the flooding impacts. Construction will take ~18 months.
Number
$51.7 billion. That’s how much the technology sector added to the Palmetto State’s economy, according to the SC Competes 2024 SC Tech Economic Impact Study. The study also found the state’s tech industry has grown two times faster than the overall state economy in the last 10 years. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)
Eat
In with the new. The menu at 82 Queen has several new items. Highlights include Creole Spiced Grouper with hoppin’ john, charred okra, and green tomato chow-cho + Lowcountry Oysters Rockefeller which features bacon, collard greens, mozzarella, and parmesan. See the other additions.
Try This
It’s back. Firefly Sunday Oyster Roast Series will return Sunday, Nov. 3. This ticketed event will take place from November through March on the five-acre field alongside the Noisette Creek. The roasts start at 11 a.m., with oysters served beginning at 12 p.m. Pro tip: Bring your own rags + shuckers.
Sports
Charleston Battery’s Nick Markanich had a record-setting year. Markanich was the 2024 USL top scorer with 28 goals + was awarded the league’s Championship Golden Boot. The Battery is now headed to the USL Championship Playoffs which kickoff Sat., Nov. 2. (The Holy City Sinner)
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Category
Drink
Your guide to Charleston’s coffee shops
This seasonal drink from Brown Fox is giving all the fall feels. | Photo by @brownfoxcoffee
For richer or pour over, Charleston’s coffee shops are what keep us going in the morning. Here are some of the Lowcountry’s best spots.
Best bites
babas on cannon | This local spot uses regional products of the southeast
In-house roasted beans
Big kick coffee roasters | The downtown spot roasts its beans on-site + sells them roasted or brewed.
On-the-go joe
Cafe de Fleur | Summerville’s nickname of “The Flowertown In The Pines” inspired this coffee shop’s name.
Where to write your novel
City Lights Eastside | Stop by for your cup of coffee + stay for the cozy atmosphere.
Roasts to boast
Gala Cafe & Bakery | Stop by this Mount Pleasant location for all the European vibes.
A 60% off deal on an LED floor lamp perfect for your entertaining space. The minimalist lamp can be set to dozens of color combinations + light effects for the exact ambience you desire.
Looking to switch up your scenery? I highly recommend the coziest Spring Street coffee shop, Bad Bunnies.
I recently worked from this spot with the best vibes + kindest staff. The barista who served my dirty chai tea took time to connect with each guest and to ask about their days.
