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Hospitality/Tourism

Feb 26, 2025

Charleston tourism executive appointed to national organization’s board

The national organization represents a $1.3 trillion travel industry with a board comprised of 30 members.

Avelo will offer flights on Mondays and Fridays, with introductory one-way fares at $64. (Photo/Avelo Airlines)
Dec 6, 2024

Avelo Airlines adds New England destination to Myrtle Beach airport

The airline will provide two flights per week on Mondays and Fridays, with introductory one-way fares at $64 …

Robinson Room, an upscale cocktail, tapas, and dessert lounge, has reopened at 1625 Main St. (Photo/City Social)
Dec 6, 2024

Upscale cocktail lounge reopens in new downtown Columbia space

The space offers sophisticated cocktails, tapas, and desserts.

Two individuals and three restaurants will recognized at The Greater Columbia Chapter of the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association’s annual Columbia Restaurant Hall of Fame and Benefit Dinner on Monday, Nov. 25, at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Oct 28, 2024

3 Columbia area restaurants, 2 restaurateurs to be feted at Hall of Fame event

Two restaurant owners will be honored for 85 years of service to the Midlands community.

Chex Grill & Wings will soon occupy a 2,400 square foot retail space in the Rosewood Shopping Center at 2800 Rosewood Drive, Suite 3, Columbia. (Photo/Trinity Partners)
Oct 16, 2024

Restaurant leases space at Rosewood Shopping Center in Columbia

The space, which was last occupied by a restaurant, has been empty for about 10 years.

Aug 21, 2024

BUBBLING UP: Behind this Charleston beverage startup’s ‘miraculous’ growth

An initial investment of $80,000 has grown into the product being offered at 435 locations across the U.S., with 174 of those in South Carolina.

Jun 14, 2024

Why tourism’s strong rebound is a big boon to Charleston residents

For residents of the Charleston region, tourism remains a significant impact, but not in the way most assume.

Lula Drake Wine Parlour on Main Street in downtown Columbia won a James Beard Award in the Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program category. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jun 11, 2024

Columbia restaurant and bar wins James Beard Award

The 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards winners are recognized across 22 categories.

Mar 8, 2024

Charleston-Born Vicious Biscuit Brings Fierce Flavors to Columbia Food Scene with New Location Coming Soon

Mount Pleasant, S.C. – Vicious Biscuit, the award-winning fast-casual breakfast concept and Southern-made originator of bold biscuit creations, is coming soon to Columbia, South Carolina. The new location is set […]

Feb 28, 2024

Downtown Charleston sandwich shop opens Mount Pleasant location

The restaurant specializes in Manhattan-style sandwiches and features an expansive patio.

Feb 12, 2024

Downtown Columbia boutique hotel opens expansion

When they learned that many people were looking for a more private guest experience, the operators of Hotel Trundle had an idea ...

Feb 12, 2024

Credit One Charleston Open unveils new plans for 2024 tournament

Tournament upgrades include expanded food and beverage, special events, interactive …