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5/2/25 - Dim Sum, Dreamliners & Sea Turtles — Charleston’s Best This Week 🐢🥟✈️
INSIDE: Sea turtles, strawberries, and a dream hotel debuting downtown!
Beau Whitaker
May 02, 2025
🌤️ WEATHER: 81° Today | 79° Tomorrow | Chance of Rain: 15%
Editor's Note
It’s May in the Holy City, and the vibes are as fresh as a basket of just-picked strawberries. This week, we’re diving into Charleston’s booming dim sum scene, spotlighting a sea turtle nesting boom, and raising a glass to new wine pairings just in time for patio season. Ready to see Charleston sparkle? Let’s roll!
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Table of Contents
Top Stories
Move over biscuits and gravy—Charleston’s dim sum scene is on fire! Chef Loong is dishing out next-level soup dumplings, while Beautiful South brings Chinatown nostalgia to the Lowcountry. It’s bite-sized, belly-warming brilliance.
Built in North Charleston and now breaking global records, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner has flown over 1 billion passengers in under 14 years. Talk about local tech with serious lift.
Charleston’s out—and Columbia’s in? The SC Ports Board now has zero local voices, and both sides of the aisle are sounding the alarm over what this means for one of the state’s biggest economic engines.
Events & Activities
Today
Spring Artisan Market at The Navy Yard | 10 AM–2 PM | Free — Handmade treasures, live music, food trucks—your Sunday stroll just got a serious upgrade.
Wine & Cheese on the Lawn @ Firefly Distillery | 5 PM | $10 — A chill glass of wine, a little cheese, and golden hour? Say less.
This Weekend
ATOMACON Sci-Fi & Fantasy Con | Sat & Sun | North Charleston — Beam into a galaxy of cosplay, panels, and geeky goodness.
Lowcountry Shrimp Boil at Fleet Landing | Sat @ 4 PM | $25 — Get messy (in the best way) with a Lowcountry boil by the water.
Small Business Expo @ Ruby Sunshine | Sun @ 11 AM | Free — Local entrepreneurs, coffee in hand, and networking that actually feels fun.
Editor's Pick Charleston Planetarium Grand Opening — May 3. Step into the stars without leaving town. Charleston’s newest celestial playground is lighting up the scene with space shows, exhibits, and serious wow factor.
Community & Culture
Textiles tell powerful stories at this year’s exhibition in North Charleston. Nearly 60 artists from 22 states honor ancestry, identity, and creativity through bold, beautiful fiber art.
Hidden beneath Charleston’s oldest liquor store? A historic connection to the Underground Railroad. This downtown treasure blends old-world charm with deep cultural roots.
Bees, basil, and bachelor bliss—Craig Conover’s garden transformation is peak post-breakup energy. The Southern Charm star shows off his green thumb and pink-painted beehives with pride.
Food & Drink
Strawberry season is in full swing—and Charleston chefs are all in. Think trifle at Merci, granita at Vern’s, and farm-fresh flair at every turn.
What pairs with Cheez-Its? Charleston sommeliers have thoughts. Whether you're into gas station snacks or gourmet seafood, they’ve got a wine for that.
A downtown stunner with crudo, ribeye, and live jazz. The Establishment’s martini hour and seasonal menu are reason enough to snag a reservation this week.
Recreation & Outdoors
Mama turtles are heading to shore, and local biologists are on standby. Charleston’s coast is alive with nesting season—and every egg counts.
Mount Pleasant's newest trail segment is getting the greenlight—literally. With $1M in fresh funding, the scenic path is set to be a game changer for walkers and cyclists alike.
Business & Development
The Nickel Hotel just soft-launched downtown—and it’s anything but subtle. With rooftop views, kitchenettes, and design-forward flair, it’s Charleston’s chicest new stay.
A decade of curtain calls, concerts, and community. The Gaillard’s 10th anniversary season is packed with Grammy winners, dance, and $10 tickets that make culture even more accessible.
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Sports Report
Get the popcorn. Clemson, Boston College, and six powerhouse programs are squaring off at the Charleston Classic this November. It’s college hoops at its finest.
Puck drop’s coming! The Stingrays’ season is around the corner—complete with birthday packages, merch, and enough promo nights to keep every fan fired up.
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Health & Wellness
Beach Bodies and Beehives
It’s allergy season meets beach season. Whether you're sneezing from pollen or sweating through a trail run, Charleston’s great outdoors is calling—just bring water.
Did You Know?
Charleston’s Pineapple Fountain isn’t just pretty—it’s a symbol of Southern hospitality. Pineapples were once so rare and expensive that serving one to guests showed true generosity.
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