It’s been a couple decade since I’ve seen my 20’s. The things I do for enjoyment have certainly changed and evolved. Don’t get me wrong, I’m still living my best life, but that looks different for me now than it did before. Luckily, this region is full of fun and activities for every visitor. Here…
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Chef Chris Williams says cooking has always been a part of him. He’s been in the kitchen since he was nine years old, getting paid to cook since he was 15 and even when he was working in other professions, his life has always centered around food. The newly named South Carolina Chef Ambassador is…
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African American history and culture permeates throughout the Columbia region. From storied histories to the food scene, art and music, there are many ways to celebrate Black History Month in the heart of South Carolina. Here are a few suggestions. History From the Reconstruction Era to Civil…
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Make no mistake about it, Columbia SC is a basketball town. Home to a national champion women’s basketball team, led by a Hall of Fame Coach with a statue of Lady Gamecock legend, hometown hero and WNBA star Aja Wilson perched outside Colonia Life Arena (CLA), women certainly run the court in this…
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As we prepare to welcome guests, prepare meals and celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, there are many reasons to show and share gratitude. From being in the presence of family and friends to health and safety to the atmosphere, grit and charm that make up the fabric of the region, this is the season…
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Visitors of all abilities will find many opportunities to enjoy all that Columbia SC has to offer. Outdoor attractions, museums and restaurants alike offer resources to make sure the region is accessible. Here are some of the many inclusive ways to experience Columbia. The Great Outdoors Columbia is…
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The town of Lexington is full of personality and charm with a mix of old and new, and a traditional yet quirky vibe. Here are a few must visits while you’re in town. Start with Sips Second Wave Coffee and Books definitely fits into the unexpected category. With freshly brewed coffee, sweet treats…
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Chef Javier Uriarte says though the food he serves at his restaurant is Peruvian inspired, it is absolutely akin to the comfort food Southerners love. Comfort is not a portion or a style, he said. It’s a feeling. The chef/owner of Ratio in Northeast Columbia carved out a space for his tapas style…
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While visitors to Columbia are only here for a while, there is a way to take part of the region back home with you. Columbia is full of garden shops and nurseries specializing in everything from tropical plants to heirloom varieties. Here are a few of our favorites. Cayce Farmer’s Market If you’re…
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Experience Columbia SC invites you to take a journey through one of the most misunderstood periods in American history – The Reconstruction Era. Reconstruction spanned from 1865-1877 and marked the post-Civil War period during which the United States grappled with the challenges of reintegrating the…
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