Have you seen the Geechie Seafood + Shrimp boats docked at Shem Creek? | Photo by the CHStoday team
Looking for local? You’re in the right place. Keep reading for a few spots around town where you can pick up fresh, local seafood for your next Lowcountry boil — or places to enjoy it without all the prep work.
Fish markets + sellers
Southern Shrimp| Owner + operator Eddie Corley is shrimply the best, and he’s been serving the Lowcountry with fresh shrimp for over 30 years.
Abundant Seafood | This James Beard Leadership Award winner prides itself on providing fresh fish — touting their catch travels a few feet from the boat to the dockside pickup at Shem Creek.
Geechie Seafood | The Shem Creek spot is a local favorite run by Lowcountry shrimpers. Stop here for fresh shrimp that come right off the boat.
Restaurants
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen | This IOP spot blends upscale + casual vibes and serves traditional coastal cuisine. We’re eyeing the Whistle Stop local shrimp & grits.
Children + Family Pirate Cruise Adventures | Times vary | Pirates of Charleston | $39 | The pirates are back, join them on their ship to search the waters of Charleston for treasure and adventure.
Dress Like Bob Bash | 2-9 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, Mount Pleasant | Free entry | Break out the wigs + paint palettes — wear your best Bob Ross look for a chance to win prizes, and enjoy colorful beer slushies.
PHISH | Friday, July 11-Sunday, July 13 | 7:30 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum, North Charleston | $100+ | This band’s unique improvisational performances will have North Charleston rocking for three days.
Saturday, July 12
Early Birding | 6-8 a.m. | Stono River County Park, Johns Island | $15 | Join a birding professional who will help you find the birds at dawn and explain their strategies for success in the natural world.
Storytime Under the Oaks | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Middleton Place | Included with admission | Children ages three to five are invited to join an hour of animal stories + crafts.
Let’s Talk Tudors | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Baxter-Patrick James Island Library | Free | Calling all history buffs, travel back to the Tudor court in this series of talks.
The new Charleston design district is taking shape at Navy Yard Charleston. The space will house home furnishings and offer around 150,000 square feet of curated showroom space. You can look forward to shopping the national brands, alongside local staples likeSmithey Ironware.
Civic
Charleston’s Basin Flood Action Committee met for its third meeting last night. The group, made up of Charleston leaders and residents, meets every two months to analyze flood mitigation projects and provide feedback. One of the key topics was the city’s waterwise initiative, which launched in May. (WCIV)
Eat
Mark your calendar, next Wednesday, July 16, is the Good Catch Dinner with FARM Bluffton. The five-course meal blends community and conservation and features locally and sustainably sourced seafood, wine pairings, and dessert. Tickets are $135.
Festival
Need weekend plans? Tomorrow, July 12, from 5 to 8 p.m., Rusty Bull Brewing Co. is firing up the smokers for the first-ever Battle of the Butts. Local amateur pitmasters will compete to support the SC Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. For $10, guests get a taste from every team + vote for their favorite.
Today Is
National French Fry Day. There are so many places to celebrate, take a look at Charleston City Paper’s list of all the spots you can indulge. We’ll be at High Cotton eating fries tossed with rosemary and sea salt, dipped in house-made roasted garlic aioli.
Outdoors
SCDNR + the Charleston Waterkeeper are teaming up to protect the Lowcountry’s ecosystem, and you can help. Sign up to help place 350 bags of recycled oyster shells into Old Towne Creek this week. Fun fact: Oyster beds can filter up to 50 gallons of water per hour. (WCSC)
Cause
Lend a helping hand and contribute to the Ready, Set, Thrive School Drive. Trident United Way is looking to help fill school supply closets with things like food, hygiene products, and clothing. The drive ends next Friday, July 18.
Plan Ahead
Ready for a night that’s going to be out of this world? The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission invites everyone to the annual Inclusive Prom. The event will take place on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Mount Pleasant Town Hall Gym. Tickets bought in advance are $4. (Holy City Sinner)
Mailbag
When you subscribed, you may have received an email asking for your favorite nearby restaurant, and yes, we’ve been reading every response. For newcomer Carissa D., who is visiting the Holy City in a few weeks — let us dish out these suggestions.
Trending
Was Blackbeard from the Lowcountry? That’s what former Goose Creek mayor and historian Mike Heitzler says. Heitzler claims Blackbeard was born right up the road in Goose Creek. What do you think?(WCBD)
Try This
These spicy tuna wontons from the Hank Sauce restaurant are made for summer snacking. Crisp wonton cups, creamy avocado, and just the right amount of heat make them a standout for your next patio spread. Get the recipe.*
Our mouths are already watering; we can’t wait to try this sandwich. | Photo by Félix Cocktails et Cuisine
Tomatoes and mayo are an iconic southern summer pairing. For the fifth year, Duke’s Mayo is bringing back its celebration of that very duo — Hot Tomato Summer.
What is Hot Tomato Summer?
The 10-day event invites local restaurants to whip up their most creative recipes and will take place from Thursday, July 17, through Sunday, July 27. The only rule? They must use Duke’s Mayo and tomatoes.
Which restaurants are participating?
With 80+ participating restaurants in the Charleston area, here are just a few of our recommendations.
Félix Cocktails et Cuisine| Grilled Chicken Melt | The perfect summer sandwich is... sun-dried tomatoes, tomato and bacon jam, and roasted garlic Duke’s aioli, layered on a hoagie roll.
167 Raw Oyster Bar| Caviar BLT | The umami is strong in this dish featuring lardo iberico, Regiis Ova Hybrid Caviar, and smoked tomato mayo.
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🍅 I’m so pumped for the return of Hot Tomato Summer. Last year, one of my favorite bites was at Heavy’s Barburger. Its BLT came stacked with fresh local tomatoes, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, and Duke’s Mayo on Sourdough — warning, it takes two hands to contain.
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