“You have to visit Charleston,” people say when they find out that I have a food blog and I love to travel. “Make dinner reservations in advance to go to Husk,” is the typical follow-up. “You’ll want to come back,” they end with a knowing smile.
Wow, were they right. Charleston was one of the prettiest places I’ve ever visited in the US. It’s like the entire city was made for (my) Instagram: pastel houses, cobblestone streets, gorgeous food, lush greenery, and lots of pink.

Charleston is often voted as a top destination for travelers bcause of its cuisine, culture, and historical beauty. Its skyline is peppered with church steeples, the air wafts of magnolia blossoms, and the people are welcoming and chatty. My husband Matt and I decided that it was an ideal spot for a 3-day weekend with our close friends Anthony and Sean, who are fellow foodies and wanderlust seekers. We visited in July, which was the hottest month of the year, with temperatures over 90 degrees and heavy humidity. But it was well worth it, and nothing that two showers a day can easily quelch. I had glowing skin and big hair the entire trip. To me, the weather felt like the Philippines. You can take this girl out of the tropics, but the tropics can never be taken outta me.
Below are some highlights of our weekend, which I hope can help guide you when you plan your own Charleston trip. Just make sure you make dinner reservations in advance.
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