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From haunted history to no shortage of drinking spots, there are loads of reasons to visit Charleston — but the Holy City's "foodie-centric" nature has earned a spot as a "Buzzy Destination".

In Fodor's list of "21 Places toGo in 2012", Charleston was cited as a spot worth a visit for its efforts "to reintroduce heirloom produce and incorporate long-forgotten local ingredients, providing a flavor of the south that’s gone un-tasted for decades."

And Fodor's gives much of the credit to Southern heirloom loving Chef Sean Brock and his McCrady's and Husk locations.

Check out the full plug for Charleston's food scene over here and Fodor's full list over here.

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