Food

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Hospitality in Full Color

How Halls Chophouse brought its signature style to Nexton

Big Dish Energy

Six cozy, crowd-worthy dishes made to gather, graze, and impress

Drink Proper

Whimsical cocktail menu at The Gin Joint changes with the seasons

Joie de Vivre!

The Select brings the best of French living to King Street

The 2025 Food & Wine Classic

Get to know the local culinary headlining this year’s celebration

The James

Serving up Americana in a smart casual setting

Talucci’s Bakery

A taste of Old Italy in downtown Summerville

Summer Bites & Sips

Fresh Recipes to Keep Things Easy & Delicious

Slice of Summer

Local pizzerias serving seasonal Flavor

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Best of the Holy City 2025

Voted on by our readers, these award-winning attractions, top-notch shopping and services have helped make Charleston the #1 Best City in America. Use this guide to discover (or rediscover) what makes Charleston such a great place to live, work and play. We've got recommendations from locals for everything from the best antique store and best family-friendly attraction to the best spot to grab a martini. Cheers!

Homegrown Haul

Fresh, vibrant recipes to savor the season

Surf 's Up

The Longboard rocks the Carolina coast with Caribbean flavors

‘Wow’ Factor

Nico Romo's Laura serves upscale Italian in Summerville with plenty of love on the plate

Spring on a Plate

Fresh, vibrant recipes to savor the season

Come for the View, Stay for the Food

Waterfront Dining in the Lowcountry

Food Sourcing

Local purveyors have a commitment to quality and sustainability

Colorful Comfort

Bright Dishes to Beat the Winter Blues

A New Take on Old World Traditions

Legami offers innovative Italian dishes inspired by the Lowcountry

Unforgettable Date Night

Charleston dining spots that have inspired romantic restaurant proposals

A New Charleston Classic

The Inaugural FOOD & WINE Classic in Charleston

Festive Favorites

Delicious Recipes for Every Holiday Gathering

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