It’s no secret that Charleston is known for being a foodie haven. The competition is too stiff for sub-par restaurants to stick around for long, so the result is a plethora of top-notch options. Whatever it is that you’re hungry for, Charleston has it.

Because the Sunday Edits are all about inspiration in list form, this time I’ve compiled a list of recipes for dishes found on the menus of some of the top restaurants in Charleston, kindly made public for everyone to enjoy. So even if you can’t visit Charleston anytime soon, you can experience some of its flavors through these recipes.

1.) Cornbread by Slightly North of Broad

Some restaurants greet you with regular bread at the table, SNOB greets you with warm cornbread. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I could make a meal out of just this cornbread. It’s slightly sweet, moist, and buttery. And it’s perfect.

Recipe HERE.

2.) Hoppin John and Chicken Wings by Rodney Scott’s BBQ

So if you’re not from the south then I probably know what you’re thinking: “Chicken wings I’ve heard of, but what in the world is hoppin John?” Well, allow me to tell you. It’s a dish which originated amongst the Gullah people on the coast and islands off of South Carolina. Today it’s the traditional southern meal eaten on New Years Day, along with collard greens. AND it would be a perfect meal to make with that cornbread recipe I shared above.

Recipe for the Hoppin John HERE.

As for the wings, Rodney Scott is known around Charleston for knowing his way around a smoker and for wanting to provide a BBQ experience that isn’t the same as every other. And that’s saying something. His restaurant is always busy and the food is always great.

Recipe for the Wings HERE.

3.) Deviled Eggs by Magnolias

Deviled eggs are such a classic southern side dish, and course Magnolias puts their own twist on the recipe. I know we’ve got a ways to go before Easter rolls around, but you could put this recipe on the list for the Easter lunch menu!

Recipe HERE.

4.) The Husk Cheeseburger by Chef Sean Brock

Let me start of by saying two things: Sean Brock is no ordinary chef. And this is no ordinary burger. If you’ve never watched Chef’s Table on Netflix, you should. Specifically, you should watch Episode 4, Season 6 which is all about Sean Brock’s story and what he’s all about as a chef. His restaurant, Husk, is one of my absolute favorites in Charleston. If you plan a trip to Charleston, then you need to plan a trip to Husk. Plan several trips.

Recipe HERE.

5.) Chicken & Peanut Stew by The Glass Onion

This dish is as southern as it comes. It’s a crowd favorite at The Glass Onion with so many great flavors all happening at once. The recipe I’ve provided a link for makes a large amount of stew, so you may want to cut it in half if making it for just a single family.

Recipe HERE.

6.) BBQ Shrimp & Grits by 82 Queen

Every restaurant in Charleston that serves shrimp and grits, has its own take on the dish. Sometimes more than one take, or a different version for each season. For a lot of people coming to Charleston, this dish is what they want. I’ve tried and loved so many versions, and honestly I’ve never had bad shrimp and grits anywhere in Charleston. This recipe from 82 Queen offers up a version that’s probably different from shrimp and grit recipes you’ve tried in the past, which is why I chose to include it. If you’ve had shrimp and grits before, then try this for something new!

Recipe HERE.

7.) Ricotta Gnocchi With Lamb Bolognese by F.I.G.

I’m rounding out this list with a mouthwatering dish from Chef Mike Lata at F.I.G. I recently got to watch Chef Lata do a live cooking demonstration in Charleston during the Southern Living Illuminations festival, and it was so great to hear directly from the source about the inspiration to open F.I.G. restaurant. One of the dishes he made that day was a chicken liver pâté appetizer, and let me just say this much: I have never liked chicken livers. Never. Until I tried chicken liver alla Chef Lata. And if he can get me to like chicken liver, then you know it’s because he works magic with his dishes. And this gnocchi bolognese is exactly that. Pure magic.

Recipe HERE.