Archive: 2019

National ice cream day only rolls around once a year (July 21st!). And it means you’re officially allowed to eat ice cream all day. While we wouldn’t fault you for camping out at one spot all day long, we recommend hitting up as many spots as possible. After all, Charleston is home to some of the best ice cream, gelato and sorbet in the country.   Belgian Gelato Want to take a trip to Europe through your tastebuds? Belgian Gelato specializes in none other than (you guessed it!) creative flavors of gelato with Belgium chocolate.   Gelato makers follow an authentic Italian recipe, creating a gelato that has less fat than traditional ice cream. Flavors include chocolate extreme, chocolate orange, pistachio and lemon sorbet. Head to the Mt. Pleasant location for all your favorite gelato flavors in addition to a…

Charleston is a large and diverse city. Though much of what most visitors will see on a trip to Charleston is the city’s downtown, it covers over 150-square miles of land. It is the second-largest city in the South as well as the oldest city in the South. If you want to get a feel…

Robert Smalls, S.C. M.C. Born in Beaufort, SC, April 1839. (Library of Congress, prints and photographs division). There are just some names you’ll hear over and over in Charleston. From Aiken to Boone to Ravenel to Rutledge, many of Charleston’s homes, streets, and structures are named after these famous families. You’re bound to hear about…

Charleston has so many scenic outdoor spaces that it would practically be a crime not to bring your family pet with you on your trip to the Holy City. Some of our favorite dog-friendly Charleston restaurants, bars, parks and hotels also happen to be our favorites without taking into consideration their pet policies. So sit…

You’ve probably heard of the Boston Tea Party. You might have even heard of the New York Tea Party. If you roll in certain crowds, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with Winnie the Pooh’s Tea Party. But did you know that Charleston was also the site of an important tea party protest? Just like…

Charleston is full of history and culture. You might not be able to see the entire city during your visit, but we’ll be darned if we let you miss out on some of our most famous sites. Whether or not you have a car, you’ll be able to trace the history of Charleston — from…

We’re not sure if you’ve heard, but HUSK is kind of a big deal right now. Since opening his homage to southern cuisine in 2010, executive chef Sean Brock has gotten his share of attention. He won a James Beard award for his work at the Charleston institution McCrady’s and was nominated for a Beard award in the category of ‘Outstanding’ chef for his work at HUSK in 2015 and 2016.   Both comedians Aziz Ansari and Stephen Colbert have sung his praises.   Find out how to get into HUSK, what to order — and where to go if you’re just too late for a res here.   The Story Behind Husk The first HUSK restaurant opened in Charleston in 2010.   The restaurant’s menu features elevated lowcountry recipes and southern ingredients. Its motto? If we can’t source an…

Charleston was practically made for girls’ weekends. Some of the most popular activities here include spa days, shopping, eating and happy hour. What more could you ever want to do with your gal pals? Discover the best activities for a successful girls’ weekend trip in Charleston. No matter what your interests, there’s something for everybody…

Charleston is consistently voted the most romantic destination in the U.S. That’s why thousands of visitors flock to the city each Valentine’s Day. Not only is Charleston beautiful and charming, but the temperature is also very warm in February. You can expect to see highs in the upper 50s and lower 60s during the day…

St. Philip’s Church Charleston’s nickname is the Holy City. There are a lot of rumors as to how the city got its name. Legend has it that it was given the nickname by a fond admirer of the city. Regardless of the name’s origin, it stuck. Today, residents and visitors couldn’t imagine another nickname for…