Downtown: Nat Fuller’s Reconciliation Feast

The story of culinary hero Nat Fuller - an enslaved chef who hosted a “Reconciliation Feast” at the end of the Civil War.

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Local chef Kevin Mitchell takes you on a walk to recount the incredible story of one of Charleston’s most important, but nearly forgotten, chefs -- Nat Fuller. In 1865, Nat was the greatest chef and restaurateur in all of Charleston. And he was... More

Duration
55 minutes
Location
103 Church Street
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The Bachelor's Retreat

Hear of the meal that changed Charleston

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Normandy Farm Artisan Bakery

Break bread with the Indiana Jones of Southern cuisine

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The Old Slave Mart Museum

Witness some stark reminders of the savagery of the slave trade

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Fingerprints in Brick

See the traces of the enslaved hands that labored to build a city

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French Huguenot Church

Learn how the region became a nexus for diverse cuisines

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The Barracoon

Hear how Nat Fuller went from apprentice to master

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33 State Street - Vigilant Firehouse Dinner

Dig down into culinary roots and uncover history

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O-Bar Oyster House

Order some scrumptious Southern seafood!

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Charleston City Market

Take a stroll through the historic market where Nat once worked his stall

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Henry's Rooftop Bar

Enjoy a drink at a bar that can trace its roots directly to Nat Fuller

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McCrady's Tavern

Hear how Nat Fuller's legacy lives on in the Charleston of today

Tips & Hours

  • Because of the varying hours of the restaurants on the route, there are several windows during which it’s best taken to catch all the stops along the route while they’re open. Ideal times to take his tour are: Mondays and Tuesdays after 4pm;
    Wednesday - Saturday between 10:30 and 12:30pm or after 4pm.

  • This Detour has several stops where you may wish to purchase food: Normandy Farm Bakery, O-Bar Oyster House, Henry’s, and McCrady’s Tavern -- so bring your wallet and come hungry!

  • Because Charleston is a top food destination - many of its restaurants are very busy - especially during the spring and summer months! So if you have a little wait, please be patient or if you don’t care to wait, you can always listen to the content outside and then move on.

  • McCrady’s --our last stop-- is a fantastic, world-class restaurant and so it can often be very busy. If you’re able to, you may want to call ahead for a reservation.

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