South Carolina Guide
Whether you’re in a quaint town or big city, South Carolina delivers. Traditional dishes are aplenty but take a chance on newer cuisines. The scenery is worth more than a picture here and you’ll love the charming neighborhoods. Wherever in the state you venture to, you’ll be pleased.
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Bluffton
Welcome to Bluffton, South Carolina, where the locals are friendly, the food is fresh, [...]
Charleston
The darling of Southern food, Charleston brims with award-winning restaurants and chefs. Recently, Lowcountry [...]
Columbia
In Columbia, old stalwarts dish out gourmet plates while a new guard of eclectic [...]
Greenville
Tucked in the folds of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Greenville has been quietly gaining [...]
Hilton Head
Home to the Lowcountry’s best white-sand beaches and towering oaks, Hilton Head Island combines [...]
Myrtle Beach
To the millions who visit every year, Myrtle Beach is simply called “The Beach”—and [...]
Spartanburg
Bursting with charming downtowns and refreshing flavors, escape to Spartanburg, South Carolina and take [...]
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Dining Out
The Ultimate South Carolina Dining Guide 2026
Our editors tackled the vast South Carolina food scene to find the best chef, best mixologist, and top dining spots across the state.
From the Magazine
Our 2026 Summer Issue is Here!
Our editor's letter in our 2026 Summer Issue of The Local Palate teases cooking techniques for the hotter months from chefs around the South.
On the Road
Caribbean Flavors Are Taking Hold in Southern Cities
The flavors of the Caribbean South are having a moment in several Southern cities, including New Orleans, Houston, Charleston, and more.
