Growing up in the South, I learned that soul food isn’t just a meal – it’s a memory, a tradition, and sometimes even a family secret.
South Carolina holds some of the most authentic soul food treasures I’ve ever tasted outside my grandmother’s kitchen.
From Charleston to Columbia, these eight spots serve up plates so reminiscent of home cooking that you’ll swear your grandma snuck into their kitchen with her recipe book.
1. The Beloved Blue Building: Bertha’s Kitchen
Last summer, I stood in line at this bright blue Charleston landmark, chatting with locals who’ve been coming here for decades. The James Beard Foundation didn’t make a mistake when they recognized this cafeteria-style gem…