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Michelin-star chef Johnny Curiel and his wife Kasie are expanding their acclaimed Mexican restaurant Alteño from Denver to Charleston. The new location will open this summer at The Charlee on Cannon, bringing cuisine inspired by Mexico’s Jaliscan Highlands and highlighting Charleston’s local coastal ingredients. (Photo/Alteño)
May 4, 2026

Michelin-star chef brings Denver restaurant to Charleston

Michelin-star chef Johnny Curiel is bringing his Mexican cuisine from Denver to Charleston with a new Alteño location opening this summer in The Charlee on Cannon.

Bill Murray will headline the 2026 BMW Charity Pro-Am, bringing star power and live music to the Upstate’s annual charity golf tournament. (Photo/Ross Norton)
Apr 27, 2026

BMW Charity Pro-Am lands Bill Murray for 2026 event

Bill Murray leads the 2026 BMW Charity Pro-Am in Spartanburg and Greer, bringing celebrities, concerts and golf to benefit Upstate charities.

South Main Social brings a vinyl listening room and craft cocktail experience to downtown Greenville’s S. Main Street. (Photo/Justin Driscoll Photography)
Apr 24, 2026

South Main Social to open in downtown Greenville

South Main Social opens April 28 in downtown Greenville, blending a vinyl listening room, craft cocktails and globally inspired cuisine.

Chef Josh Rogerson leads the opening team at Melrose Market, a new American brasserie concept in Columbia’s Melrose Heights. (Photo/Melrose Market)
Apr 23, 2026

Melrose Market hires chef Josh Rogerson in Columbia

Melrose Market in Columbia names chef Josh Rogerson to lead its kitchen, unveiling plans for an American brasserie in Melrose Heights.

Now that Chef Michael Sibert has captured the nation’s attention, he’s focused long term on a lasting local legacy. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 23, 2026

Chef Michael Sibert elevates Greer dining scene

Chef Michael Sibert of White Wine and Butter in Greer earns national honors and grows a destination restaurant rooted in Southern cuisine and community.

GE Vernova Park in Mauldin will open in June under the leadership of acting general manager Trey Kolak. (Photo/Ghost Brands)
Apr 22, 2026

GE Vernova Park names acting GM in the final weeks before first game

GE Vernova Park names Trey Kolak acting GM ahead of June opening in Mauldin, leading operations for new soccer stadium and event venue.

Candyroot Lodge in Jefferson will feature a Sandhills-inspired golf course designed to blend with the natural terrain and expand South Carolina’s golf tourism appeal. (Rendering/Hart Howerton)
Apr 21, 2026

Candyroot Lodge tees up public golf retreat slated for SC Sandhills

Candyroot Lodge, a 1,210-acre golf destination in South Carolina’s Sandhills, will open its first course in 2026 with a full resort debut in 2027.

The historic building at 101 College St. in downtown Greenville is set to be transformed into a boutique hotel while preserving its early 20th-century architectural features. (Photo/Café and Then Some)
Apr 20, 2026

Greenville landmark site to become boutique hotel

Historic 101 College St. in Greenville earns landmark status as plans move forward to convert the former dealership into a boutique hotel with dining.

Blackwells Corner, a new mixed-use development in Hanahan, will feature more than 40,000 square feet of retail, dining and office space anchored by a central lawn. (Rendering/Bello Garris Architects)
Apr 16, 2026

Blackwells Corner to transform Hanahan town center

Blackwells Corner mixed-use project will bring retail, dining and offices to Hanahan, creating a walkable town center set to open in 2027.

The owners of Little Secret went in for a little whimsy — in their sign, their décor and their menu. (Photo/Stephanie Kalina-Metzger)
Apr 14, 2026

Little Secret restaurant opens in West Greenville

Chef Conner Hinderks opens Little Secret in Greenville’s West End, bringing a 35-seat concept with Southeast Asian flavors and inventive cocktails.

Fluor Field, home of the Greenville Drive, will be featured in expanded 2026 broadcasts through new partnerships with NESN and FOX Carolina. (Photo/Greenville Drive)
Apr 10, 2026

Greenville Drive expands broadcasts with NESN, FOX Carolina

Greenville Drive expands 2026 broadcasts with NESN and FOX Carolina, bringing Red Sox prospects to New England and airing 57 games locally.

Three South Carolina culinary standouts, including Merci and Chef Joe Cash, are finalists for the 2026 James Beard Awards. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Apr 9, 2026

South Carolina chefs, restaurants named James Beard finalists

Three South Carolina finalists, including Merci and Chef Joe Cash, advance in the 2026 James Beard Awards for restaurant and chef honors.

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