Charleston Wine + Food marks 20th year; $210 million impact
Charleston Wine + Food returns March 4-8, 2026, for its 20th festival, featuring multiple events, a culinary village and major economic impact.
College of Charleston names Bennett hospitality school
The College of Charleston names its first school, the Bennett School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, expanding hospitality education in Charleston.
Crave Italian Oven and Bar to open third location in SayeBrook
Crave Italian Oven and Bar will open its third location in SayeBrook Town Center, expanding the Myrtle Beach-based restaurant brand in spring 2027.
Columbia Food & Wine Festival returns April 22-26, 2026, and launches new Tastemakers patron program
Columbia Food & Wine Festival (CFWF), which returns to the Midlands April 22-26, 2026, is pleased to launch Tastemakers, a patron giving circle that offers insider access to festival experiences […]
Basic Kitchen in Charleston names two new operating partners
Basic Kitchen in downtown Charleston has named new operating partners, taking on partial ownership and leading daily operations.
Historic live oak relocated for Gather MTP campus
A 400,000-pound Southern live oak was relocated at Gather MTP in Mount Pleasant, preserving the heritage tree while making way for new office, dining and park space.
Voodoo Brewing Co. set to open in downtown Lexington
Voodoo Brewing Co. opens Nov. 7 in downtown Lexington with craft beer, pub fare, live music, and Gamecock watch parties on Main Street.
Vicious Biscuit expands Southern roots beyond Lowcountry
Charleston-based Vicious Biscuit grows beyond the Lowcountry with new franchise locations, expanding its Southern breakfast brand nationwide.
Lowcountry Land Trust protects McClellanville gateway
Lowcountry Land Trust partners with McClellanville to preserve 1,200 feet of natural greenspace at the town’s entrance, protecting its scenic character.
Bierkeller Brewing expands distribution in South Carolina
Bierkeller Brewing Co. partners at former River Rat facility to expand German-style beer distribution across Columbia and South Carolina.
Bourbon bar, liquor store join downtown Nexton commercial lineup
Downtown Nexton in Summerville welcomes Neat & Noble Bourbon Bar and Discount Liquors, expanding dining, shopping, and entertainment options.
Roper St. Francis opens Amazon AI-powered market
Roper St. Francis Healthcare debuts its second Palmetto Market at Berkeley Hospital, using Amazon’s Just Walk Out AI tech for checkout-free shopping.













