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MUST EATS IN COLUMBIA

South Carolina’s capital city is home to a variety of renowned restaurants, all of which bring something unique and exciting to the table. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite downtown or dinner reservations with a view of the South Carolina State House, Columbia has you and your appetite covered.

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A Study in Corn

Chef Darren Smith’s passion for sourcing fresh, local ingredients has shaped not only the food at his restaurants, but the life he and his family have built in Conway.

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Chinese Steamed Egg

Chef Shuai Wang shares his take on Chinese steamed egg—one of his childhood favorites—featuring fresh, local ingredients from Fili-West Farms.

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Herb Your Enthusiasm

Chef Jeanne Koenigsberg’s Herb Your Enthusiasm blends local roast beef from Knockout Butchery with house-baked stecca bread and seasonal herbs.

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Double Patty Plant-Based Burg’r

Chef Michael Sibert's passion for local ingredients and unique flavors makes every bite at Anonymous Burgers unforgettable.

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May River Shrimp and Grits

Discover how Chef Leslie Rohland is making waves in Bluffton, South Carolina, with her focus on local ingredients and community-driven cuisine.

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Jamon Del Pais

Chef Javier Uriarte brings the vibrant flavors of Peru to South Carolina at his restaurant, Ratio, with some help from local farmers.

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Experience the Fleeting Beauty of South Carolina’s Wild Wonders

South Carolina's diverse landscapes reveal captivating and fleeting wild wonders, from mesmerizing firefly displays to the awe-inspiring fall raptor migration.

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Wood-Fired Fish Tacos with Papaya Salsa

2023 South Carolina Chef Ambassador Rob Masone shares his recipe for wood-fired fish tacos that are easy to make and pack a flavorful punch.

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