We mentioned it briefly in yesterday’s newsletter, but we wanted to do a little more digging into the latest nostalgic trend, which has people sharing photos from 2016 on social media.
A lot has changed in Charleston since then. Here are a few ways the Holy City compares a decade ago to today:
The Charleston-North Charleston Metropolitan Area had a population of ~645,000 people in 2016. That’s 17% less than today’s estimated 774,000.
Ten years ago, the median average home in Charleston cost ~$216,000. Since then, that number has almost tripled, now sitting at ~$572,000.
The Holy City has said goodbye to a number of beloved businesses in the past decade, including Hominy Grill, pictured above, which served locals elevated Lowcountry and Southern comfort food for 24 years between 1996 and 2019.
What are your memories from 2016 in Charleston? Which other shuttered businesses do you miss? Send them in.
You’ve only got a few more days to take advantage of Restaurant Week South Carolina, with 50+ restaurants participating in the Charleston area. Struggling to choose? We chose 11 eateries that look especially tasty.
Weather
It might snow this weekend. That’s what meteorologists are saying, with flurries in several forecasts for Sunday, Jan. 18. Before then, you can take a trip down memory lane to some of the Holy City’s notable snowfalls of yesteryear.
Concert
Due to demand, country superstar Chris Stapleton has added a second Charleston show to his upcoming tour. Originally, Stapleton was set to perform at the North Charleston Coliseum on Friday, June 26. He’s now playing the following night, too. Tickets go on sale today.
Announced
Tickets are also coming out today for comedian and actor Jo Koy’s upcoming Holy City gig. Not to copy Stapleton too much, but Koy is bringing his stand-up routine to the North Charleston Coliseum on Saturday, April 10.
Ranked
Charleston is the No. 1 boating city in the country, according to a new study by Boat Booker. The platform recommends the Holy City for its historic port, coastal charm, and access to multiple bodies of water.
Quoted
“It’s soulful food, made by people who love what they do, just like we do.” Read more about the partnership between Munkle Brewing Co. and local Vietnamese restaurant Mi Xao. A beer and a banh mi sounds like a perfect combination. (Post and Courier)
Shop
Charleston Vintage Market returns later this month. Head to The Refinery on Sunday, Jan. 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to browse retro threads from dozens of local vendors. Plus, there will be live music, and food + drink options.
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Baguette Magic’s newest bun is a work of cereal-laden art, a sweet treat of the utmost order. It looks like something an 8-year-old dreamed up in the best way possible.
The artisan bakery and cafe is having quite the week — they also made our guide to the best local sourdough.
Listen, I’d never slander another publication. With that said, Southern Living just rounded up the 20 best spots for chicken wings in the South, and not a single Charleston eatery made the cut.
Readers, do your thing. Write to me with your recommendations so I can get a real, accurate list of the Holy City’s best wings.
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