It’s almost impossible to hide from tourists on the peninsula, but there are a few restaurants in the area that are absolutely worth patronizing.
There's a lot of novelty and nostalgia in one of America's most historic cities, and the restaurants and bars are no exception. Here's restaurants that will make you feel like a longtime local, even if you're a native.
Most sports are played on a field or a court, but some are played at Charleston's neighborhood bars.
The Charleston area has a slew of places to quench your cravings for traditional ice cream, as well as gelato, pie-filled ice cream sandwiches and Life Raft Treat's Not Fried Chicken ice cream.
Head out to Edisto Island to explore the serene nature and charming mom 'n' pop shops of the quaint island town that's only an hour away from the peninsula.
While the meat-free Impossible Whopper made its flashy debut at select Burger King locations in Florida, Alabama and Georgia in mid-May, a handful of Charleston restaurants months ago started …
A Charleston restaurant guide to frozen drinks and frozen rose.
During World War I, female volunteers with the Salvation Army went to France to provide fresh-baked goods and other items to American troops.
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From the breezy bars to the surf shops, here are some of the best ways to explore Folly Beach this summer.
A total of 23 Charleston restaurants, chosen based on their proximity to Spoleto venues, have created cocktails inspired by the festival's concerts, plays, characters in those plays as well as the event's history.
Memorial Day is almost here, which means that beach season has officially begun.
Whether the occasion is a birthday celebration or an office happy hour, several Charleston restaurants have space for large groups.
Enjoy a range of events in Charleston this weekend, from food festivals to movies in the park to local comedy and concerts.
Armed with a new name and bigger setting, this month’s Charleston Beer Fest has emerged as one of the Lowcountry's largest craft beer festivals.
Grab a margarita and head off to the races.
I didn't kill anyone, though I thought I might.
Jayce McConnell wishes people would order mint juleps beyond just the summertime and, more precisely, the beginning of May.
When Fatty’s Beer Works approached a local band about teaming up to make a beer, the musicians had two requests: Sour in style. Pink in color.
The festival's musical lineup is five times larger than last year.
The Lowcountry is home to a slew of rooftop bars and restaurants, some of which are new to Charleston, where you can take in a sunset view while sipping on something cold.
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When the Bridge Run coincides with beautiful weather, runners aren’t eager to hole up inside once they’ve crossed the finish line. These downtown restaurants are home to a few of the city’s most desirable daytime dining patios.
A year or two ago, Charleston food-and-beverage scene insiders were lamenting how much pizza was planned for downtown, with seemingly every new restaurant embracing the form.
Runners who'd rather forget all about the race have their pick of breweries concentrated in the Neck Area of the peninsula.
Whether you prefer a Thursday night outing or a Sunday brunch-style market, or whichever one is closest to home, there's an option fit for you.
When coming up with new food options for the ballpark, RiverDogs food and beverage director Mike Liedl applies extra points to items that win at practicality.
The wait is over. Soft shell crabs have started showing up at restaurants around the Lowcountry.
A Charleston-area craft soda maker with plans to expand is getting some help from one of the country's top food brands.
Every new restaurant brings something different to the Charleston-area dining scene, but it’s the rare venue that doesn’t have some sort of local precedent. To celebrate the newcomers and hono…
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In addition to our list of daily happy-hour offerings, we thought it would be helpful to compile a personalized roundup of unique deals based on personal preferences.
In a party city like Charleston, it's no surprise that there are many bars, with happy hour deals every day of the week, trying to entice tourists and locals to stop in and enjoy a few beverages after a long day at work or seeing the sites. Instead of compiling an exhaustive list, we're selecting one or two of the best deals available each day of the week.
When Palmetto Brewing Co. in 1994 pulled a pint of red ale from a tap hooked up to its very first keg, it was such a big deal that The Post and Courier sent a reporter over to the Huger Street…
Every new restaurant brings something different to the Charleston-area dining scene, but it’s the rare venue that doesn’t have some sort of local precedent. To celebrate the newcomers and hono…
Mac-and-cheese doesn’t seem like an obvious theme for a vegan cook-off, since animal products account for at least half of the cherished dish. But organizers of the upcoming Mac Down Charlesto…
Tickets are now on sale for the eighth annual Charleston Beer Festival, which will feature more than 40 Carolina breweries in a brand-new venue.
We've made a list of some of the most popular local kid-friendly bars and breweries in the Charleston area.
Want to go out to watch the Super Bowl? Here are some parties around the Charleston area.
Volvo Car Stadium, the Daniel Island music venue and tennis arena, is partnering with neighboring restaurant, bar and brewery Dockery's for its craft beer distribution.
Looking for things to do in Charleston? We've got you covered, from oysters and jazz to pirates and puppies.
Ye Ole Fashioned, with its Neapolitan ice-cream scoop sign and blue-striped awning, is the landmark that let's you know you've arrived in West Ashley from downtown. The nostalgic cone and sand…
Art and food combine for this new exhibit at Miller Gallery.
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Look out for alternative proteins, interactive desserts that lend themselves to Instagram stories, and offbeat places to eat.
Because I eat out nearly every night, I miss out not just on home-cooked meals but also the valuable cooking and cleaning time during which you might stream Netflix in the background.
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A CBD pop-up shop dubbed the Curious Benefits Dispensary will debut with a night market in Avondale.
In searching for the best homegrown alternatives to chain restaurants off Interstate 26 exits, you don’t have to stray far to find distinctly regional tastes along with newer elements of the state’s cuisine.
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