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This is a picture of Jonella Orozco standing in front of a tree. She is a woman of color with long black hair wearing a black cardigan over a floral print dress.
Helen Mitternight // November 20, 2020
Hidden F&B: Mantra Wine Distributors
Wine distributing venture hopes to bring a minority and queer focus to wine in the Holy City.


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Chris Adams // November 18, 2020
Local law firm accepting Kind Neighbor Nominations
Has someone gone above and beyond serving others during COVID-19? Tell us.


Robin Gibson // November 15, 2020
4 reasons to visit Bistro A Vin right now
Looking for a way to unwind after the election or relax before the holidays? This is it.


Guest Contributor // November 9, 2020
The case for not visiting Grandma at Thanksgiving
A practicing pediatric emergency physician advises against it but offers useful tips if you do.


From The Editor // November 2, 2020
What to expect on Election Day
The Charleston County Board of Elections and Voter Registration has all the information you need to prepare you.


Helen Mitternight // October 30, 2020
Hidden F&B: Carolima’s Lowcountry Cuisine
Collard Green eggrolls and more on the podcast from the sisters at Carolima's Lowcountry Cuisine.


Robin Gibson // October 26, 2020
The American Cancer Society's Real Men Wear Pink Campaign is underway
Candidates have until Monday, November 2nd to raise funds.


Renae Brabham // October 22, 2020
Damn the torpedoes, we're going to the mountains for a little cabin kitsch
Dream catchers and the promise of new beginnings.


Lily Pratt // October 21, 2020
Dress up
From the spookiest corner of intern and contributor Lily Pratt's mind comes a ghoulishly creative piece of short story fiction just in time for Halloween.


Robin Gibson // October 13, 2020
South Carolina filmmaker delivers holiday movie set in home state
"Christmas in Carolina" stars Kellie Williams and Darius McCrary of TV sitcom "Family Matters."


Helen Mitternight // September 25, 2020
Hidden F&B: Madison White
On this month's episode of Hidden F&B, we meet Madison White, General Manager of Tempest Restaurant.


This is a picture of a black man and his young, black daughter, both wearing pink shirts, posing outside in front of a mural of Martha Lou Gadsden at Martha Lou's Kitchen restaurant in Charleston, SC.
D.R.E. James // September 18, 2020
A father's love for his daughter and Martha Lou's Kitchen
Mr. James recalls Martha Lou's Kitchen fondly and has a message for us all now that it's closed.


Robin Gibson // September 16, 2020
Poolside FM is the distraction we need right now
How a never-ending summer-style music app rooted in '80s nostalgia could save 2020.


This is a picture of two women wearing pants, black t-shirts with white lettering on the back and masks covering their mouth and mose holding bowling balls at a bowling alley.
Robin Gibson // September 10, 2020
The Alley reopens after 170-day shutdown with help from MUSC
With a focus on public safety and health, The Alley is back in business.


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From The Editor // September 9, 2020
Charleston Grit welcomes Reagan Sobel as newest contributor
Owner of Reagan Sobel Yoga + Wellness is yoga and mindfulness expert.


Robin Gibson // September 3, 2020
3 not-so-basic ways to savor Pumpkin Spice with Hardscoop
Love it or hate it, Pumpkin Spice season is here.


Helen Mitternight // August 31, 2020
Hidden F&B: Quintin Middleton
Master bladesmith Quintin Middleton begs you, please don't sharpen his knives yourself.


Grit Critic Presents // August 25, 2020
Local high school teacher releases EP
Fort Dorchester High School music teacher and band musician launches solo project.


Robin Gibson // August 17, 2020
Hotel Emeline redefines luxury in Charleston
The new kid on the block blends hip and cool with understated luxury.


Helen Mitternight // August 13, 2020
On the phone with Chef Vivian Howard: Handy & Hot and more
NC chef, TV host talks Handy + Hot, second season of "Somewhere South."


Grit Critic Presents // August 10, 2020
"Beers and Sunshine" is the feel-good anthem we need right now
A tribute to all we love, our favorite homegrown musician has just released the song of the summer.


D.R.E. James // August 7, 2020
Culture, as usual
A newcomer recalls first time seeing Confederate Flag wavers on The Battery, and thinks doing nothing about them is complicity.


Robin Gibson // August 6, 2020
Charleston Wine + Food to press pause until 2022
The popular festival will not take place as planned next March due to COVID-19.


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Erica Veal // August 6, 2020
Increasing police presence isn't the answer. Here's why.
Erica Veal rebuts Charleston City Councilman Harry Griffin's support of additional police.


Robin Gibson // August 4, 2020
Q&A with Café Framboise Owner Nicole Mallory
Market Street's French café changed hands during a pandemic. Its new owner talks about the challenges and risk.


This is a black and white photo of Springbok Coffee Roasters co-owner Jason Bell standing beside a grinder. He's wearing a sweatshirt and jeans.
Helen Mitternight // July 31, 2020
HIDDEN F&B: Jason Bell
Charleston's coffee culture is well represented by Springbok Coffee Roasters co-owner Jason Bell.


This is a headshot of Helen Mitternight, a writer and host of the Charleston Grit Hidden F&B Podcast. She has black hair and is wearing a blue, print blouse with necklace and the background is light blue.
Robin Gibson // July 29, 2020
Podcast host donates time and show to top restaurateurs
Charleston Grit's Hidden F&B culinary podcast shifts focus during COVID-19.


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D.R.E. James // July 24, 2020
OPINION: 2000 Acres — No Mule
Armed with a plan, Mr. James makes the case for reparations here in Charleston.


Lily Pratt // July 21, 2020
OPINION: Your privilege
Our intern shares her thoughts on white privilege and what the advantage in life means to her.


Grit Critic Presents // July 10, 2020
Grit Critic Presents: Ever Yours
Greg Keys and Faith Schueler release new pop single, “Ever Yours,” out now.


Renae Brabham // July 6, 2020
Sands of Time
12 out-of-state tags in .02-mile stretch of Folly Beach. Floorboards with sand are a souvenir.


Helen Mitternight // June 26, 2020
Hidden F&B: Ashley Strickland Freeman
A devotion to Duke's like no other, The Duke's Mayonnaise Cookbook author speaks.


Robin Gibson // June 22, 2020
Charleston's Lowcountry Food Bank offers summer youth food program
Children up to the age of 18 to receive summer meals free of charge.


From The Editor // June 10, 2020
Mellow Mushroom's A Pie for a Pie to benefit Tricounty Family Ministries
Satisfy your pizza craving while helping a local charity on June 11th.


Lily Pratt // June 4, 2020
PRIDE: My coming out story
A bisexual awakening during a global pandemic, Lilly Pratt comes out.


Tori McKelvey // May 30, 2020
A message for fellow white people
Tori McKelvey shares thoughts on riots and what she thinks white people can do.


Helen Mitternight // May 29, 2020
HIDDEN F&B: Tanya Gurrieri
Wondering what wedding receptions of the future might look like? We are, too.


Nancy Stramm // May 25, 2020
5 DIY tips to improve home safety and accessibility right now
Here's how to make your home safer, more accessible during the pandemic.


Hannah Larrew // May 19, 2020
Book Club: Local literary community served by regional author podcast
Charlotte Readers Podcast host Landis Wade chats with Hannah Larrew.


From The Editor // May 18, 2020
Lily Pratt joins Charleston Grit
Native New Yorker blends northern voice and southern state of mind.