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Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Columbia
Dining in Columbia is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
September 26, 2025 01:19 PM
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David Stringer
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Food
Spring sips galore: Discover Columbia’s must-try spring menus at local coffee shops
Check out five local coffee shop’s spring menus full of seasonal flavors from strawberry toaster strudel cold brews to nutty black sesame flat whites.
March 26, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Festivals
Your guide to the 2024 St. Pat’s Festival in Columbia, SC
Get ready to shamrock out at one of Cola’s biggest events and see what’s going to be new at this year’s St. Pat’s Festival.
March 11, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Culture
COLAtoday’s BBQ bracket champion
You’ve crowned our Midlands BBQ champion as City Limits Q, the West Columbia BBQ restaurant led by James Beard Award nominee Robbie Robinson.
March 10, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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Business
Craft Brew Inc. is uniting the Midlands’ craft beer scene
Peak Drift Brewing Company and Columbia Craft Brewing Company merge under Craft Brew Inc., enhancing SC’s craft beer industry. Discover how this alliance aims to elevate regional breweries and foster collaboration in the Midlands.
February 29, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Foodie road trip: Experience Charlotte’s top eats + treats during Savor Charlotte
We’ve got the deets on the top chefs, restaurateurs, mixologists, and bakers to try at Savor Charlotte 2024.
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Five margaritas to try in the Soda City
National Margarita Day is Thursday, Feb. 22. Let’s get salty (or spicy).
February 20, 2024
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David Stringer
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Food
Columbia Food and Wine Festival announces events lineup
The 2024 Columbia Food and Wine Festival is back and bigger than ever with expanded events and a fresh rebrand
February 14, 2024
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Samantha Robertson
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Food
Your guide to Mardi Gras Columbia 2024
Don’t sweat it if you can’t make it down to the bayou — you can celebrate Mardi Gras right here, 680 miles away from the French Quarter.
February 8, 2024
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David Stringer
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Meet Columbia’s Poet Laureate
Jennifer Bartell Boykin is currently in a four-year role where she uses her background in poetry to encourage appreciation for the art.
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Riverbanks Reflects on Koshka’s Life and Legacy
Riverbanks Zoo reflects on the life of Koshka, a nearly 20-year-old Amur tiger and symbol of conservation efforts.
March 28, 2025
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Live on Lincoln 2025 lineup announced
The showcase of local talent will feature over 10 organizations to raise funds supporting local art and cultural organizations
March 27, 2025
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Tourism and Hospitality
The Carolina Cup gallops toward its 90th year
The horses and pageantry of the annual Carolina Cup return to Camden, SC on Saturday, March 29.
March 26, 2025
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Support USC through its Give 4 Garnet campaign
The gift-giving effort aims to support university departments, and your support can help causes unlock financial bonuses.
March 25, 2025
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Richland Library’s inaugural Read Freely Fest coming to Columbia
The library’s free, family-friendly festival will feature author talks, book sales, and entertainment across across three day.
March 25, 2025
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History
Columbia’s Historical Markers: Columbia College
Explore the rich legacy of Columbia College, a historic campus once exclusive to women, now celebrating over 150 years of change.
March 21, 2025
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