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National taco chain to open second state location in Mount Pleasant
Condado Tacos is bringing its own entry in the taco game to Mount Pleasant. The restaurant group, based in Columbus, Ohio, specializes in what it calls unique tacos, margaritas and tequilas in a “colorful and energetic atmosphere,” will open its second South Carolina location in Mount Pleasant Towne Center. The first[...]
Lowlife Bar team makes plans for Johns Island eatery
The team behind Lowlife Bar has partnered with Thomas Wilson and Chef Josh Taylor in their latest venture, Lost Isle at 3338 Maybank Highway in John’s Island. Lost Isle will be a fire-to-table eatery serving up small and large format dishes executed by Taylor, all coming from an expansive wood-fired gr[...]
Charleston museum to host sessions on race with global news organization
The Charleston Literary Festival has formed an international partnership with global news organization, The Guardian, to produce two sessions that will take place at the newly-opened International African American Museum in Charleston, on November 12th —the 10th and final day of the 2023 Festival. The first session, s[...]
New Mount Pleasant restaurant promises a breakfast that is big and bad
A breakfast restaurant that comes with a dinner-time attention to food and service has opened a location in Mount Pleasant. Julie Bumgardner and operating partner Kraig Houk, joined by members of the City Council and Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce opened Big Bad Breakfast with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Suite 101 at 2664 N[...]
Charcuterie concept opens first South Carolina location in Mount Pleasant
Graze Craze, a new charcuterie concept known for crafting grazing boards and boxes, has opened its first South Carolina location at 3373 South Morgans Point Road in Mount Pleasant. The new storefront is located in the National Crossing shopping center at the main entrance of the Charleston National neighborhood, according to a n[...]
Restaurant, entertainment venue opens in downtown Charleston
When Michelle Van Jura moved from New York to Charleston a decade ago, she was shocked by the lack of entertainment options. “I was so used to having the opportunity to visit a variety of nightlife venues, like comedy clubs and so forth, that it took me by surprise,” said Habit owner and partner, who, […]
Two South Carolina cities make Cond Nast Best Cities’ in US list
Two South Carolina cities noted for their beauty have once again been named to a national ranking of best U.S. cities. Charleston in the Lowcountry and Greenville in the Upstate have been named to Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Cities in the U.S. Reader’s Choice Awards. Greenville comes in at No. 4 in the ranking [...]
Frannie & The Fox opens new bar in downtown Charleston
Frannie & The Fox, a wood-fired eatery in downtown Charleston, has opened a new bar that operators describe as “not just a bar but rather an unexpected gathering place greeting guests with great drinks, wily company and hidden adventure.” Called The Den will offer cocktails as well as specialty dishes and caviar [...]
Hotel Bennett restaurant in Charleston names new executive chef
Gabrielle, the signature restaurant at Hotel Bennett, has appointed Edgar Kano as its new executive chef and unveiled a new coastal-focused menu sprinkled with international flair. Born in Mexico City and of Japanese heritage, Kano brings his cultural and culinary diversity to Gabrielle and Charleston via over two decades workin[...]
Eatery tied to NFL legend Drew Brees plans 5 Charleston restaurants
Smalls Sliders, a cheeseburger slider concept, has signed a multi-unit agreement with franchise group Sandlot LLC to bring five “cans” to the Charleston area. The company did not reveal locations for the restaurants, but they’re looking at the end of 2024 for the first can — the franchise’s name for[...]
Pro women’s soccer star becomes co-owner of Charleston liquor company
Professional soccer player and United States Women's National Team captain Alex Morgan has unveiled her new co-ownership of Volley Tequila Seltzer, a Charleston-based company. This announcement comes shortly after her participation in the inaugural Del Mar Wine and Food Festival and amid San Diego Wave’s second season,[...]
West Ashley couple’s new sodary capitalizes on mocktail trend
Danielle and Brent Sweatman understand the complicated relationship between sobriety and the food and beverage space. The couple, who have worked in the industry for years, are two years sober. “We knew how it feels to be uncomfortable with limited options and wanted to change that,” said Danielle, who with her husba[...]
