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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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City
Charleston Place renovation plans include rooftop bar update
Plans for a rooftop bar are moving forward after the City’s Board of Architectural Review approved granted approval.
March 4, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Answered: Closed Charleston businesses you miss most
Charleston has said its fair share of goodbyes to restaurants, bars, and venues. Here are closed businesses in the 843 our readers still dream about.
March 4, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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CHStoday named a Best of Charleston finalist for Best Local Website
Voting for Best of Charleston opens Friday, March 1.
February 29, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Spring Break destination: Road trip with the family to Columbia, SC
Located in the heart of SC, Columbia has more things for the whole family to do than hours to do them.
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Foodie road trip: Experience Charlotte’s top eats + treats during Savor Charlotte
We’ve got the deets on the top chefs, restaurateurs, mixologists, and bakers to try at Savor Charlotte 2024.
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Business
Asked: What Charleston business would you like to see make a comeback?
Tell us which Lowcountry business you miss the most.
February 19, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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City
The Francis Marion Hotel celebrates 100 years
The historic hotel opened its doors on Feb. 7, 1924.
February 5, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Dine local + support Mount Pleasant businesses
Dine Where You Live is a campaign that encourages residents to dine local + support Mount Pleasant businesses.
February 5, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Six Charleston 2024 James Beard Award semifinalists named
You’ll find six local stars up for an award based on excellence and other factors like commitment to the community.
January 24, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Q+A with Christine England of Lowcountry Eat Out!
Christine England has an experienced background in the food and beverage community and is one of the group’s admins.
January 23, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Small Business
Q+A with Kevin Hartley, CEO and founder of Cambio Roasters
With Earth Day approaching, Cambio Roasters is rethinking single-serve coffee — offering a more sustainable alternative to plastic pods.
April 14, 2025
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Events
Step inside the world of art: “Beyond Van Gogh” and “Beyond Monet” are coming to Charleston
Two immersive art experiences bring the works of Van Gogh and Monet to life at Festival Hall this summer.
April 14, 2025
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Erika Ross
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City
Try this curated flower-picking experience
Take a trip out to Berkeley County to pick and create your own flower arrangement.
April 11, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Local happy hour deals to quench your thirst in Charleston
Pull up a seat and sip a discounted drink during happy hour at one of these Charleston spots.
April 11, 2025
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Real Estate
Hot on the market: Check out these two standout homes that have been recently listed
From historic charm to oceanfront luxury, these standout homes are a must-see.
April 10, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Culture
Spin into Record Store Day with these local spots around Charleston
Here’s where to celebrate Record Store Day around Charleston.
April 10, 2025
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Alexandra Garian
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City
Charleston’s oldest businesses
From apparel to food, the Holy City has several family-owned businesses that have been around for a century — or more.
April 9, 2025
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Food
CHStoday’s menu for the Masters Champions Dinner
Here’s what the CHStoday team would put on the menu if we were serving the Masters Champions Dinner.
April 9, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Answered: You shared which local restaurant should be selected for the Michelin Guide American South
Who deserves the gold star and to be included in the Michelin Guide American South in Charleston?
April 8, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Know before you go: High Water Festival
High Water Festival is an upcoming musical oasis happening on April Saturday, April 26 through Sunday, April 27 bring musicians from all around the world to North Charleston’s Riverfront Park.
April 8, 2025
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Erika Ross