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west ashley

Just across the river from downtown Charleston sits the oldest suburb off the peninsula, WEST ASHLEY. Bordered by the Ashley River to the north and the Stono River to the south, this eclectic suburbia is criss-crossed with waterways and tributaries and composed of neighborhoods that fan westward, including a mix of grand old estates and postwar brick bungalows. Along the Ashley River, you’ll make your way toward Charles Towne Landing, where the Carolina colony was first founded in 1670. And out Highway 61 you’ll find some of Charleston’s most famous historic properties, among them Drayton Hall and Middleton Place, where you can learn about the area’s troubled past.

daniel island

DANIEL ISLAND is not exactly a starter-home kind of place, but it’s increasingly more than a golf club community, with its many family-friendly green spaces and a downtown area with plenty of restaurants in close proximity. It’s a short drive to either Mount Pleasant or North Charleston dining and shopping, and it’s also home to Credit One Stadium, host to its namesake women’s tennis tournament and one of Charleston’s best venues for open-air concerts. The development of Waterfront Park with its gorgeous views, along with public docks and a water ferry service, has made the island even more accessible to visitors and nonresidents.

kiawah & scabrook islands

A lot has changed since KIAWAH ISLAND Golf Resort opened with oceanfront rooms for less than $50 a night. It’s now home to one of the best golf courses in the world, not to mention the five-star Sanctuary hotel. The island had previously been used for cattle ranching and cotton and indigo farming before it was passed through the hands of prominent Charleston families like the Gibbeses and Vanderhorsts, and later saw the skyrocket of development in the mid-1970s with the emergence of a residential resort community. SEABROOK, to the north, is a private community, but the Bohicket Marina and Seabrook Equestrian Center are open to the public, along with barely touched beaches. Freshfields Village is the entry point to these sea islands, and a destination in its own right.

james island

JAMES ISLAND has quickly become one of the most desirable places to live in the Charleston area, with its ideal location between downtown and Folly Beach and relatively quick access to both. Tucked-away neighborhoods, marsh access, and great schools are additional benefits—and recently, dining has taken off with multiple new restaurants and second locations popping up, to the delight of locals. However, don’t overlook the many reliable, unsung favorites that have been serving up great food and drink from the start.

How to Celebrate Your Birthday in a Restaurant

What to bring, what to pay, and when to go home

Elevate Your Cakes

Our favorite cake stands for taking your desserts to the next level

GAME CHANGERS

Meet the 15 people and companies changing the way we eat and drink for the better.

KEEPING IT REAL

Entrepreneur, mom, and seafood lover Sue Honkamp (@real_food_4_kids) is one of the millions of cooks who visit Allrecipes.com every month. We caught up with her to chat about her family's go-to dinners, her philosophy on leftovers, and why she's dedicated her career to kids and cooking.

An Oral History of the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen 1983-2023

Editors, organizers, celebrity chefs, and other insiders reflect on the history and evolution of the most influential and best food festival in America.

Wine Beyond Borders

Get to know emerging global winemakers with Go There Wines.

SWEET SWIRL

Wendy's Frosty fans, look no further. We tried a viral DIY version of the frozen favorite, and it's well worth giving a spin-no ice cream machine needed.

PIECE of CAKE

It's summertime, and the baking should be easy. These recipes are packed with sweet shortcuts that will let you have your cake and chill out, too!

THE ESSENTIAL MAGIC OF JACQUES PEPIN

Jacques Pépin, one of the food world's living legends, reflects on a career that spans nearly eight decades.

THE BARBECUE OF CRADLE

CELEBRATING THE ROOTS AND EVOLUTION OF CARIBBEAN BARBECUE

Making Waves

A new generation of Indian restaurants and bars is reinvigorating London’s dining scene.

Sweet on stone fruit

Juicy and vibrant, stone fruits are harbingers of sunshine, warmth, and everything summer. Now is the time to make the most of their shortyet oh-so sweet-season with these recipes featuring cherries, peaches, plums, and more.

Spreading the Bouncy Joy

Doris Hô?-Kane is leading a new wave of Vietnamese-American bakeries.

Grab a Spoon

These next-level pints are meant to be eaten straight out of the tub.

Smoke and Ice

Cold smoking is the key to next-level summer spreads.

The Agave Advocate

David Suro-Piñera wants more U.S. consumers to know the wide world of agave-based spirits.

SUMMER = party time

Take it outside with prep-ahead snacks and a big-batch pitcher cocktail for hands-off hosting once your guests arrive. Throwing this casual summer get-together is about as stressful as sipping a spritz on the patio.

TAKE HEART

Berries are the total package-sweet, tart, and bursting with heart-healthy nutrients. Read on to learn why these peak-season-right-now fruits are a tasty way to have a change of heart (for good!).

BEST BURGERS EVER

This month's agenda: Bust out the grill-or the grill pan, skillet, or griddle-and celebrate the return of long days, warm evenings, and flame-kissed dinners (and lunches, too, if we can swing it). These recipes celebrate the season's best between buns: beef, turkey, bison, and salmon burgers. Summer never tasted so good.

SALADS FOR DAYS

BASIC LETTUCE SALADS, STEP ASIDE. THESE CLEVER, MAKE-AHEAD RECIPES ARE BUILT TO LAST, ARE BURSTING WITH FLAVOR, AND GET BETTER WITH TIME. PREP NOW AND MUNCH LATER.

VEG UP!

Fire up dinnertime with these plant-based mains and sides that stand up to the heat of a grill and benefit from charred, smoky flavor. Invite vegans COLEGGEKLOSARAKO to the cookout, too-these recipes flex and omnivores to feed everyone.

HIT REFRESH

Cool off with these hydrating sippers. Spanish for \"fresh water,\" agua fresca is water that's sweetened and flavored with fruits, veggies, and/or herbs.

MINUS THE MEAT

ENJOY HEARTY MAIN-DISH BOWLS THAT OFFER PROTEIN FROM A BOUNTY OF GRAINS, BEANS, SOY, EGGS, AND CHEESE. SEVERAL OF THE RECIPES ARE VEGAN OPTIONS.

BREAKFAST BENEFITS

START YOUR DAY IN A HEALTHY WAY WITH A TASTY BOWL OF HEARTY GRAINS, NUTRIENT-PACKED BERRIES, CRISP FRESH VEGGIES, AND HIGH-PROTEIN EGGS.

SMOOTHIE BOWLS

INSTEAD OF SIPPING YOUR CREAMY SMOOTHIE THROUGH A STRAW, SPOON IT FROM A BOWL OF BLENDED FRUIT, YOGURT, NUTS, AND SEEDS FOR A VIBRANT, NUTRIENT-PACKED MEAL.

MAKE THE MOST OF MEAT

USE SMALL PORTIONS OF BEEF AND PORK AS FLAVOR ACCENTS INSTEAD OF AS THE MAIN FOCUS OF THE MEAL. BETTER FOR YOUR HEALTH. BETTER FOR YOUR BUDGET.