PHOTOS (clockwise from left): Vagabond Cruise, Hilton Head Island; Slightly North of Broad, Charleston; blue crabs (facing page): Barrier Island Oyster Co., Charleston SEAFOOD Festivals Celebrate the bounty of the ocean with these annual feast ivals along the coast. Lowcountry Shrimp Festival May 7, 2022 | lowcountry shrimpfestival.com Feast on all things shrimp (everything from creamy chowder to boiled shrimp with sausage and corn) at this foodie fest in the rural fishing town of McClellanville. World Famous Blue Crab Festival May 14–15, 2022 | bluecrab festival.org This annual fest on the Historic Little River Waterfront boasts a bounty of freshly caught blue crab, as well as live music on the beach and handicrafts by local artisans on display. Columbia Shrimp & Grits Fest June 25, 2022 | columbia shrimpandgrits.com Columbia’s top restaurants test their mettle to see who will be awarded with the title of “best” shrimp and grits in town. Tickets include unlimited samples, plus music and prizes. Hilton Head Oyster Festival November 11–12, 2022 hiltonheadoysterfestival. com Freshly shucked oysters may be the draw at this Hilton Head Island event, but the food lineup also includes seafood chowder, chili, pulled pork and more. 17
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