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This is an image of a dog peering through a screen door. The walls are green.
Bryan Granger // January 13, 2021
Never away from the keyboard: online and offline life in the work of Larson Shindelman
Halsey curator breaks down Twitter premise of new exhibition.


This is a watercolor painting by Renae Brabham called "Cats gone bad"
Renae Brabham // January 4, 2021
Have a bad ass cat kind of year!!
A creator's mantra and message of hope for a new year full of self-love.


This is the cover photo for the Black Ink Festival happening in Charleston SC.
Robin Gibson // December 21, 2020
Book Club: Black Ink Festival announces line-up, extends deadline
Free virtual festival in January to amplify black authors.


Helen Mitternight // December 18, 2020
Hidden F&B: Isabella Macbeth
This month, our host chats up a champion oyster shucker on Episode 31 of Hidden F&B.


Renae Brabham // December 14, 2020
A trip to the post office can kill your comfort and joy buzz — IF you let it
'Tis the season for rude behavior at post offices everywhere.


This is a picture of a kitchen fire for the Blog by D.R.E. James on a city of Charleston Police Substation in Gadsden Green Houses.
D.R.E. James // December 11, 2020
Without connection to community, police substation won't work
Mr. James debunks substation plans at Gadsden Green Homes.


This is a photograph of Jeckyll Island, Georgia by SCAD MFA gradate Kyra Schmidt.
Kristie Landing // December 4, 2020
Landing Contemporary Art announces new online photography exhibition
Exhibit featuring women artists opens December 8th.


This is the infographic from RetailMeNot's Five Things to Buy in December.
Guest Contributor // December 4, 2020
Five things to buy in December
Our friends at RetailMeNot share the top five shopping categories with the best deals in December.


This is an image of two black and white logos beside each other for SEWE and Lowcountry Oyster Festival.
Robin Gibson // December 2, 2020
Oyster Festival and SEWE moving forward with 2021 plans
All systems go for two of the most popular winter events in Charleston.


Two margaritas next to a bottle of Firefly White Lightning Moonshine.
Robin Gibson // November 30, 2020
Spirit swap: a new take on classic cocktails
Don't let boredom creep into your cocktails this holiday season. Firefly is here to help.


Lauren Furey // November 24, 2020
A love letter to Nathalie Dupree
Contributor Lauren Furey pays homage to the culinary icon who's trading her beloved Charleston for Raleigh, NC.


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.


This is the logo for the Kind Neighbor Nomination in white letters with a blue background.
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.


This is a picture of a woman doing a yoga post in a black top outside. She has blonde hair.
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.


This is a picture of money spread out on a table with a pair of handcuffs on top of it.
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.


This is a picture of a field with a brick building in the back and brown and white sign on the right that says Slave Street.
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.