Thoroughly enjoyed this small format cooking class. The instructor was very knowledgeable about…read morelocal food & history. Well-organized do that we were all able to participate. I've made all of the recipes at home. If you enjoy cooking, I recommend.

Charleston Upper King Street Culinary Tour Guide: Georgia…read more 4 stops is pretty low for a food tour, especially since the last one was gelato. Our 3rd stop was a chicken quesadilla and tortilla chips with salsa and queso. I would never call that a "culinary experience". The mussels on the first stop was good but it was shared and some people are gross. A woman I was sharing with used the fork she ate off of to pick mussels out of our shared bowl AND double dipped her bread in the mussel juice. Individual small portions would've been better especially considering I traveled alone. I chose this company because it was local, when I typically use the same one, thinking it would've been the best. I was fooled. This was my least favorite food tour of all my travels. The others might be better. Stops & Food: 1. 39 Rue de Jean- mussels, bread, truffle fries, and brussel sprouts 2. Uncork Charleston - meatball (golf ball sized) 3. El Jefe Texican Cantina- chicken quesadilla, tortilla chips with queso and salsa 4. Tinto Café & Provisions- gelato

Janine was very personable, informative, and a great story teller…read more This was our first time in Charleston and she provided an amazing overview of the city and its legends. Would highly recommend to others.

We did two tours with Bulldog. The first day we did a historic walking tour with a tour guide…read morenamed James and the second day. We did a food tour with Graham. Both experiences were quite good. A special call out to Graham as he was a super friendly and talkative guide. We enjoyed him.

You might be thinking $250 is a lot, but Chef Forrest gives you an ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL day! You…read moreget a great tour of the city and the food he cooks for you is simply amazing. 100% worth every penny! Trust all of those 5 star reviews and book today!!! You won't be sorry!!!

A tour with Chef Forrest must be on the top of your list when in Charleston. Chef Forrest hosted 12…read moreLSU ladies on a historic tour around the city. He was so knowledgeable and a great story teller. He was very accommodating to our needs and what knowlege we wanted to gain in the tour. The tour ended at his restaurant/bar Azur and we were treated to a 3 course wine tasting lunch, which was AMAZING!! He gave us some tips and tricks for the foodies and poured wines for those that just wanted to be served. I feel so lucky that I was able to secure Chef Forrest to be our personal tour guide AND then have him cook some Charleston household dishes.

Connected with Kevin 6 months before our trip and the most important thing I can say is Kevin…read morelistens to what you want to get out of your trip. Our group of 3 had a main focus on the history of Charleston and Savannah and Kevin delivered. But he knew that we would also need a break and worked in tours that highlighted the charm and feel for each city including a late night stroll with him. His restaurant bookings were so helpful when you travel, finding good places to eat that have a table can be very challenging. To not have to think about where I'm going each night was a blessing. I can't recommend enough having him plan your visit to what you love to do most when you travel.

If you want to find the secret soul of Charleston, experience the city in a unique way escape the…read moreusual tourist traps, do NOT even consider going without Kevin the true Charleston guru. He is a passionate and seasoned personal concierge who will hold your hand from start to finish and even check in with you once you land back in your hometown. From the minute I opened Kevin's website I just had an amazing feeling. I knew right away that Kevin would help us plan the BEST and least cookie cutter trip and experience for our family. There is so much information online about Charleston. And whilst it's exciting to research a new city, it's easy to get overwhelmed and end up with all the standard tourist traps. Enter Kevin McQuade--he just get it from the start. Within minutes we connected over the phone. He has an uncanny sense of what you'll like and dislike and is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about creating next level SC experiences. Over the phone Kevin was so caring, asked the right questions and keenly listened as he got to know OUR family! It was clear that seeing Charleston from an insider's point of view would give us a very different and off-the-beaten path experience, as opposed to the run of the mill Charleston trip. That's exactly what we wanted! Kevin really took his time to gather tons of information, made amazing suggestions for tours, experiences and restaurants in real time and then went off to do his magic. He makes all the calls and books all of your tours, meals etc. This took all the pressure off and all we had to do was pack and show up! Kevin came back to us with the most unbelievable itinerary. I could not get over the level of detail - all the information for anywhere we were going, interesting fact, travel time, what time to leave our hotel, tips and tricks for each destination, dress codes, things to think about ahead of time, must picks for each menu and so much more. He took all the guess work out and this made for such an enjoyable and smooth trip. All of Kevin's suggested and booked was beyond incredible and we ALL loved everything we did. Everything we did became the new highlight! There was some unexpected rain D]during our stay and Kevin immediately got on to things and helped us do a quick pivot to make the necessary adjustments. My two teens remained engaged, excited and involved throughout and really loved Charleston because of the itinerary and how we spent our time there. In fact, they were sad to leave and can't wait to return. The restaurants selected were next level, with each meal better than the next. Kevin made sure all our lunches and dinners were booked and each provided a totally different and unique cuisine and vibe! We could not get over the food, the service and overall culinary experiences we were having - this from a huge foodie! The food itself was a highlight, not one I was necessarily expecting. We did two walking tours - one with Kevin who showed us beautiful Charleston at night - there is nothing like it and was blow your mind incredible - and another with the fabulous storyteller and super cool and fun Ed Macy that we did during the day was just incredible. We were so excited and filled with gratitude throughout every step that we took in Charleston. We just wanted more and more and could not get enough. Another highlight was the Middleton Place Plantation - one we would never have chosen on our own. It was one of the most sublime experiences including a most exquisite dinner which was all glass enclosed and had the most magnificent views of the garden and the plantation. The history, the beauty, the vastness, it was truly surreal. We stayed in an amazing hotel The Dewberry, which was brilliantly located in downtown Charleston, right by King Street, which is filled with amazing shopping, stores, restaurants, bars, coffee, houses, you name it. But Kevin takes the guessing out and tells you which is the best place to go for coffee, ice cream or even where to get the famous coconut layered cake etc. he'll make suggestions that you NOT read anywhere and would only know about from a local. What I loved so much about working with Kevin aside from everything, was that he held our hand from start to finish and communicated with us throughout our trip. He checked in on us, was keen to hear how things were going, and was available for any questions that we had along the way. I have never been on a vacation and had such a personal concierge service at my fingertips. Kevin is such an authentic, warm, personable, funny, open and just all-around really really great guy who is trustworthy and really loves and cares about his job and is so passionate about planning and creating a perfect trip for you and your family. There really is NO other way to visit Charleston. BEST money if the trip you'll spend! It will literally be a game changer. Your trip will not be the same unless you work directly with Kevin - the Charleston guru!

Such a fun and informative way to explore the city! The historical overview was excellent, and…read moreKevin and Melody were absolutely amazing--entertaining, knowledgeable, and full of energy. Highly recommend this tour!

Brian and O'Malley were great! Brian was knowledgeable and…read morewitty; gave lots of fun tidbits about the city, good tips on where to go for good bites and kept us all laughing the entire ride O'Malley was a beautiful and well-trained horse; she did not fuss even with rude drivers that cranked up their music when they were behind us and unable to get through the narrow street to pass

It was a great stay! Lovely ambiance and amazing service. Cookies and milk every night, freshly…read morebaked, and beautiful rooms. Lots of complimentary items, such as food, and personal treatment, like a pillow menu. Love this hotel! 10 out of 10!!

Fabulous boutique hotel in the historic district of Charleston's French Quarter. The location makes…read moreexploring Charleston on foot convenient. The public spaces and rooms reflect a European style in a Southern setting. The French Quater Inn thought of every amenity possible. The breakfast was the perfect way to start our day, wine and cheese reception every afternoon, cookies and milk in the evening and sweet treats 24/7. Every person we encountered at the Inn were friendly, helpful and welcoming. I have traveled the world and The French Quarter Inn is at the top of my list.

I had an amazing stay at Harborview Inn in Charleston! The staff is incredibly responsive and…read moreattentive--any request we had was handled quickly and with a smile. The perks were fantastic: wine and cheese evenings, cookies and milk at night, daily continental breakfast, and even bike rentals. The location is perfect--pristine views of the water, just a short walk to King Street, historic landmarks, great restaurants, and lively pubs. Getting to Sullivan's Island was a breeze with a quick Uber. Everything about this stay exceeded my expectations. If I come back to Charleston, I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing, convenient, and memorable experience!

Would have given more stars but the elevator was out of service with no warning online. There was…read morevery loud construction right outside our window. Again no warning and road closures all around the hotel. Staff was wonderful. Hotel was comfortable.

Pros: Location…read more Price Friendly Helpful staff Cons: Maintenance Many people complained about musty smells. Apparently, the pet friendly units are on the southside of the property (along Holrbeck). So avoid those units unless you have a pet, or its full. The night clerk had to go thru TWO room until he got me into one where the door lock worked. Third times the charm! (Apparently the batteries hadn't been changed out) This is sad considering the hotel was a full capacity. Once in the room, i found it clean and odor free. Climate control worked fine throughout the night, and there was no noticeable outside noise.

The only thing saving this place is the manager, Kim. She…read moreis wonderful. It's just a shame that in the heart of Charleston they have let this place go. It needs major renovations and security to get rid of the riff raff at night. Kim is the best manager. Kim. Your skills can be used at a much nicer place. God bless you!!!!

Was great tour, Mary Ellen was knowledgeable, enthusiastic, kind, and very helpful. It rained on…read moreus in the middle of the tour and she took great care to time our inside cover during the rain. She even offered to make different arrangements or accommodations because of the rain. She did what most business people Would do in treating their guest properly. That's the difference when you use a small company owned or a large business orientated mind that hires other people To tour you. The price was very fair and reasonable compared to the other companies. I highly recommend.

Someone I work with highly recommended this tour and it was a fantastic experience. Mary Helen made…read moreevery minute entertaining and educational. She adeptly wove her own personal stories and those of the others in the group into a well-constructed narrative. The city really came to life in a unique and charming way and was a highlight of my visit. Great tour for anyone looking for an authentic perspective from a city native.