Ten Charleston cookbooks that share the dishes and history of the Holy City.
For nearly two decades, the steady rise of Charleston’s food scene has made the city a haven for both locals and visitors who want a seat at the table of the region’s best restaurants. All of that current glory can be traced back to the city’s deep culinary roots, which are woven through with Gullah Geechee traditions, seasonal produce, port-city access to international goods, and expert hospitality. Today’s wave is just one of many that have set the Holy City apart. For anyone looking to explore the city’s historical and current foodways, these Charleston-area cookbooks offer fascinating stories as well as essential dishes to try at home.
