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A set wooden table displays an array of dishes: pasta with clams, fresh salad, bone marrow, crusty bread, cocktails, and chips, creating a vibrant, rustic, and inviting dining experience.
Food
Allora to bring a taste of coastal Italian to Spring Street
The new coastal Italian concept is set to open in the Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood, offering rooftop dining, all-day coffee, and gelato.
September 18, 2025 02:41 PM
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Q+A with Chef Tim Richardson of Hank’s Seafood Restaurant about soft-shell crab
Learn about soft-shell crab from a Charleston chef.
April 1, 2024
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Callie Putnam
A barbecute platter from Lewis BBQ in Charleston, SC.
Food
CHStoday’s BBQ bracket
We wanted to know: Where is the best BBQ in Charleston? You voted for your favorite spots in our BBQ bracket to determine a champion.
March 26, 2024
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City
Plan your perfect bachelorette party in Charleston
From history to exploring nature we’re helping you plan your bachelorette party in Charleston.
March 20, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Asked: What are the must-see places in Charleston?
We won’t give up your favorite dives + hidden gems, but we want to know the must-see places in Charleston for visitors.
March 20, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Plans for a downtown Charleston hotel move forward
Plans for a downtown Charleston hotel include a restaurant + speakeasy.
March 18, 2024
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Callie Putnam
The North Carolina Zoo's Zoofari bus behind nine elk in an open field.
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Discover the best things to do when you visit the Zoo, plus more places to visit during your trip to Asheboro, NC.
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City
What’s next for Nexton?
We’re looking at what’s next for Nexton + what’s already here.
March 14, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Try this: Make The Longboard’s refreshing cocktail recipe this spring
This cocktail recipe was created locally and is crafted at The Longboard on Sullivan’s Island.
March 8, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Nonprofits
Charleston Wine + Food shares new initiative ahead of this year’s festival
Charleston Wine + Food has created this initiative to align with its new mission and to showcase the local culinary industry and contribute to its growth and sustainability.
March 5, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Visitors browse a vibrant indoor art exhibit showcasing mixed media, sculptures, and colorful wall hangings. People of various ages engage with the artwork, some admiring stained glass, fiber art, or abstract pieces. Sculptures of animals and intricate textures create a lively, creative atmosphere within a spacious, well-lit venue.
Culture
What you can expect at the 42nd annual North Charleston Arts Fest
The North Charleston Arts Fest is a free five-day celebration that will include performances, activities, and exhibits at a variety of venues throughout the city.
April 21, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A refreshing cocktail served in a textured glass with a gradient effect, transitioning from a deep red at the bottom to a pale, frothy top. The drink is garnished with a dried lime wheel and a gold metal straw, placed on a sunlit white table with palm frond shadows.
Food
A toast to the city: Charleston Cocktail Week kicks off April 21
For Charleston Cocktail Week, enjoy specialty cocktails and deals at 30+ local bars and restaurants through April 27.
April 18, 2025
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Erika Ross
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In this photo, a person wearing a pink apron with a bright red-orange bow is working on a stainless steel countertop, rolling out dough into a long shape. To the left, a tray covered in cornmeal and a black and silver dough scraper are visible. On the right side of the counter lie more pieces of dough, ready to be shaped.
Food
Take a peek at the lineup for Charleston Wine + Food’s Summer Sizzle series
The Summer Sizzle series is hosted by Charleston Wine + Food and features a dozen foodie events that stretch across the Holy City.
April 17, 2025
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Callie Putnam
The front desk and product display at Magnolia Med Spa.
Wellness
3 places to explore med spa treatments in Charleston
We’ve rounded up three Holy City spots, where aesthetics, beauty, and wellness take center stage.
April 17, 2025
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Dalton Phillips
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It’s strawberry season: Where to pick your own strawberries near Charleston this spring
Peak strawberry season runs April through June — here are some local farms where you can fill your basket.
April 16, 2025
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Erika Ross
A wide-angle view of Firefly Distillery in North Charleston, South Carolina, featuring a modern barn-style building with gray siding and red-framed windows. The main entrance is marked by a large “FIREFLY” sign above the doorway. Several people are walking around the front walkway and sitting under large yellow shade sails in an outdoor area. The distillery is surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and greenery under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
Events
Firefly Distillery turns 20: A toast to two decades
Firefly Distillery, North Charleston’s beloved distillery, celebrates its milestone with live music, local eats, and a nod to its iconic Sweet Tea Vodka.
April 16, 2025
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Erika Ross
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This conceptual illustration depicts a mixed-use development adjacent to a waterfront. The layout features a blend of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, including mid-rise apartment buildings, retail shops, green courtyards, and community gathering areas. Tree-lined streets and pedestrian pathways promote walkability, while parking areas are discreetly integrated. A marina or dock extends into the water, enhancing the coastal appeal. Architectural styles blend modern and traditional elements, creating a welcoming village-like atmosphere. The surrounding landscape includes lush greenery and open space, providing a natural buffer between structures and the shoreline.
Real Estate
Updates on Patriots Annex, a mixed-use project planned for Mount Pleasant
This waterfront work, live, and play project aims to bring marinas, offices, hotels + tourist attractions, restaurants, parks, and homes to the area.
April 15, 2025
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Callie Putnam
This photo captures an active archaeological excavation in a formal garden setting, conducted by The Charleston Museum, as indicated by the sign in the foreground. Multiple excavation units are visible, bordered by hedges and neatly maintained pathways. Several people are present, including archaeologists, media personnel with cameras on tripods, and possibly museum staff or visitors. The location is an historic property, with brick walls, old architecture, and mature landscaping.
Culture
Unearthing history at the Heyward-Washington House
See history first-hand during archaeological excavations at the Heyward-Washington House.
April 15, 2025
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Callie Putnam