Hi! I’m Elise, a food writer and photographer in Charleston, South Carolina

Pineapple Fountain in Charleston, South Carolina

If you’re planning a trip to Charleston, South Carolina, let me be your personal food guide! A little bit about me: I’ve lived in Charleston, South Carolina since 2014 and have been actively involved in the food community ever since. I love sharing the many culinary gems we have here in the Lowcountry on my Instagram and TikTok, but if you would rather have those guides in writing, you’ve come to the right place. Not only do I love to explore Charleston restaurants from a diner’s perspective, but I’m also a food writer for Charleston City Paper, Charleston Living Magazine, and Mashed, so I usually have the inside scoop.

Bachelorette Weekend in Charleston, South Carolina

Posing with an engagement ring on the Citrus Club rooftop in Charleston, SC

Since I am recently engaged, I thought it would be fun to put together an itinerary for a Bachelorette Weekend in Charleston, mainly focused on food and drinks. Since I live here, I won’t be doing my bachelorette here, but hopefully this will help some fellow fiancés! There is also a video version of this guide on my TikTok if you’re a visual learner.

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Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate Cocktail

Finally, a use for the awkward amount of pumpkin left in the can after you make a recipe. This cocktail is perfect for when you want pumpkin spice latte feels, but it’s too late in the day for coffee. This hot cocktail will keep you feeling cozy from the inside out and is super simple to make. Hot chocolate isn’t just for the kiddos anymore.

Check out the full recipe video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvachomgCJw

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Blueberry Pineapple Spritz Mocktail with LOKI Enhanced Seltzer

Y’all know I love a cocktail, but lately the hangovers have been getting worse and worse. I’ve been trying out Delta-8 products recently because in my personal experience it gives me a light buzz that is really enjoyable. When I saw that there was a Delta-8 infused seltzer, I had to give it a try. This seltzer is great for mixing because it doesn’t have a strong flavor on its own, so it is super adaptable for whatever you want to put in it. Check out the recipe below and if you want more information on Delta-8, head to LOKI’s website.

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Champagne Problems: A Taylor Swift inspired Cocktail

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Taylor Swift has blessed us with two albums this year and I am here for it. Her style of music has changed over the years, but I feel like she always has a song for what I need in the moment. The song “champagne problems” has to be one of my favorites on her new album evermore. It inspired me to create a champagne cocktail and I was especially excited to create yet another double booze cocktail and create a unique twist to the classic French 75 cocktail.

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