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Charleston is set to transform its culinary landscape in Spring with notable chef residencies and pop-up dining experiences. Chef Tyler Cook’s Fiddlers’ Fire brings Asian-inspired street food, while Cane Pazzo, Kultura, and De Mare Raw Bar introduce exciting new menus and dining events. The local dining scene is thriving with independent eateries showcasing diverse culinary approaches and flavors, further enriching Charleston’s food culture.
Charleston is experiencing a vibrant resurgence in the culinary scene with several notable chef residencies and pop-up dining experiences set to transform the restaurant landscape in Spring 2025. Chef Tyler Cook brings a unique Asian-inspired street food menu to Sweatman’s Garden with his new venture, Fiddlers’ Fire, which is now open to the public.
Fiddlers’ Fire is available for dining on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests can enjoy a menu featuring raw oysters, gyozas, dumplings, seasonal salads, and pickle plates, offering a taste of Asian flavors along with fresh local ingredients. For ongoing updates, Fiddlers’ Fire can be followed on Instagram @fiddlersfire.
In addition to Fiddlers’ Fire, the culinary landscape will soon welcome Cane Pazzo, the neighborhood osteria led by Chef Mark Bolchoz, which is set to open in Hanahan later this spring. Cane Pazzo will host pop-up events at Stems & Skins on May 14 and Brew Hanahan on May 15, focusing on “bar, snacky” dishes that characterize its barroom offerings. Updates for Cane Pazzo can be found on Instagram @canepazzochs.
Kultura is launching a special Guest Chef Series titled “Sama-Sama,” running from now through July, where a different chef will present collaborative dinners each month. The series includes three dinners on May 21, June 10, and July 16, featuring a five-course tasting menu priced at $110 per person with seating options at 5:30 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. Reservations can be made through Resy, with additional updates available on Instagram @kulturacharleston.
La Cave will continue its monthly Chef’s Tasting Dinner, taking place on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. This dining experience will offer a seasonal five-course menu complemented by beverage pairings. Similar to Kultura, reservations can be booked on Resy and patrons can remain informed through Instagram @lacavecharleston.
De Mare Raw Bar is also making waves in the local dining scene by taking up residency at The Daily on Thursdays through Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Known for its oysters and raw offerings, De Mare was launched in the fall of the previous year by owner Joey De Mare. The establishment will also provide “bambino” oysters and will have operations on Wednesdays at Cramer’s Kitchen in Mount Pleasant. For further updates, De Mare can be followed on Instagram @demarerawchs.
Charleston’s restaurant scene is characterized by its array of small, independent eateries that highlight the richness of community and creative culinary approaches. Notable establishments include Babas on Cannon, serving breakfast and lunch influenced by American South and European café traditions, and Chez Nous, offering a Mediterranean-inspired menu with daily changing specials. Chubby Fish emphasizes an adaptable menu based on ingredient availability and implements a no-reservations policy, while Kultura specializes in authentic Filipino cuisine featuring dishes like arroz caldo and fish curry. Merci provides French and Italian-inspired dishes that emphasize seasonal local produce, and Tutti, a new pizza shop co-owned by local restaurateurs, offers customizable pizzas and a commendable wine selection.
Further enriching the culinary scene, Joyland, a fast-casual burger and biscuit establishment by chef Sean Brock, features breakfast burritos and crispy fried chicken sandwiches. Marbled & Fin is set to redefine traditional steakhouses in Charleston with a diverse menu that includes seafood options. Lastly, Legami, a new Italian restaurant featuring a chef from Rome, aims to bring modern Italian cuisine infused with French influences. These pop-up and residency dining experiences reflect the growing culinary culture in Charleston, catering to a wide spectrum of tastes and preferences.
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