Discovering Southern Cuisine: A Guide to Classic Dishes and Restaurants in Charleston

Lowcountry Boil

Charleston’s Southern cuisine is a fusion of African, Native American, and European culinary traditions, with a heavy emphasis on fresh seafood and locally sourced ingredients. The city’s history as a major port and center of the South’s rice and indigo trade played a significant role in shaping its unique food culture. The African influence on … Read more

Malagón: a must-visit tapas restaurant in Charleston.

Malagon

The name “Magalon” is derived from a Spanish term meaning “great” or “excellent,” and the restaurant certainly lives up to its name. If you’re a fan of Spanish cuisine and find yourself in Charleston, South Carolina, then you simply must visit Malagón. Located in the charming Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood, Malagón is a tapas-style restaurant that specializes … Read more