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.
Chef Nikko Cagalanan opens Bareo dumpling bar in Charleston
James Beard finalist Chef Nikko Cagalanan opens Bareo in Charleston, a dumpling-focused restaurant with Asian flavors tea service and kakigōri desserts.
Carolina-native joins Iron Rose as executive chef
Charleston’s Iron Rose restaurant at The Mills House appoints Suzy Castelloe as chef, bringing experience from Charleston Grill and Coda Del Pesce.
Brooklyn-style pizza restaurant Jimmy Rosso coming to Mount Pleasant
Jimmy Rosso, a Brooklyn-inspired pizza restaurant, is set to open this summer in Mount Pleasant, bringing thin-crust pies and New York-style water.
23 SC restaurants honored as Michelin Guide unveils inaugural American South edition
The inaugural Michelin Guide American South features 23 South Carolina restaurants, including four one-star winners and three Bib Gourmand honorees.
Shokudô opens on King Street with Japanese-inspired menu
Chef Masa Hamaya and Indigo Road Hospitality open Shokudô, a modern Japanese tavern on King Street blending izakaya comfort with Charleston charm.







