New York–based restaurant loyalty app Blackbird celebrates its one-year anniversary in Charleston on Sept. 28. Over the past year, 90 Charleston restaurants have joined the app to offer users the ability to earn points and gain access to exclusive benefits.

Ben Leventhal, founder of Blackbird — and co-founder of the reservation platform Resy and the pioneering digital media brand Eater — chose Charleston as Blackbird’s third location after New York and San Francisco.

“Charleston is one of the most exciting food cities in the country,” he said. “The city’s blend of history, community and a deep respect for independent restaurants makes it a natural fit for Blackbird. It’s a market where diners are curious, loyal and love discovering new experiences – exactly the kind of environment where

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