Hoppin’ John – Rice, Peas and Lowcountry Food History
Discover Hoppin’ John, a traditional Lowcountry dish of rice and field peas with deep African American roots in South Carolina food culture.
She-Crab Soup – A Charleston Seafood Classic
Discover she-crab soup, a rich Charleston and Lowcountry seafood specialty made with crab and a creamy base, with roots in coastal culinary tradition.
Lowcountry Boil – Seafood, Sausage and a South Carolina Gathering
Discover the Lowcountry boil, a South Carolina coastal tradition combining shrimp, sausage, corn and potatoes in a relaxed communal meal.
Seafood in South Carolina – Eating Along the Lowcountry Coast
Explore South Carolina seafood, from local shrimp and oysters to fish and Lowcountry dishes shaped by the state’s Atlantic coast and tidal waterways.
South Carolina Barbecue – Four Sauces and Plenty of Opinions
Explore South Carolina barbecue, from slow-cooked pork to mustard, vinegar, tomato and pepper sauces found across different parts of the state.
Shrimp and Grits – A Lowcountry Classic
Discover shrimp and grits, one of South Carolina’s best-known Lowcountry dishes, and the coastal history behind this combination of seafood and corn.