The Inside Scoop On The Best Traditional Lowcountry Dishes

When it comes to culinary delights, the Lowcountry region of the United States is renowned for its rich and diverse flavors. Nestled along the coast of South Carolina and Georgia, this area boasts a unique combination of African, European, and Native American influences that have shaped its traditional dishes.

If you're unfamiliar with Lowcountry cuisine, you're in for a treat. It's a melting pot of flavors that captures the essence of Southern cooking at its finest. From hearty seafood stews to savory rice dishes, the traditional Lowcountry fare is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

One of the most iconic dishes that put the Lowcountry on the culinary map is the renowned Gullah Geechee cuisine. The Gullah Geechee people are descendants of West African slaves who settled in the Lowcountry region, and their culinary traditions are deeply rooted in their heritage.

Eat Your World's Charleston Food & Travel Guide: The inside scoop on the best traditional Lowcountry dishes

by Laura Siciliano-Rosen (Kindle Edition)

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Mary's Gullah Kitchen, a hidden gem located in Charleston, serves up authentic Gullah Geechee dishes that will transport you back in time. Start your culinary journey with a bowl of mouthwatering Okra Soup. Made with fresh okra, tomatoes, and a blend of spices, this traditional Gullah dish is a true comfort food.

Another must-try traditional Lowcountry dish is the famous Shrimp and Grits. This Southern classic combines plump shrimp in a flavorful sauce served over creamy stone-ground grits. Many restaurants in the area offer their own take on this culinary masterpiece, but if you're looking for an unforgettable experience, head to Husk Restaurant in Charleston. Their version of Shrimp and Grits is a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

If you're a seafood lover, you can't miss out on a Lowcountry Boil. Also known as Frogmore Stew, this communal dish is a delightful combination of shrimp, sausage, corn on the cob, and potatoes. The ingredients are boiled together and then served on a large platter, perfect for sharing with friends and family. The Wreck of the Richard & Charlene in Beaufort is renowned for its mouthwatering Lowcountry Boil, showcasing the region's best seafood.

No trip to the Lowcountry is complete without savoring a plate of Hoppin' John. This traditional dish consists of black-eyed peas, rice, bacon, and spices. It's said to bring good luck and prosperity, especially when enjoyed on New Year's Day. For an elevated dining experience, visit The Sea Islands in Beaufort, where you'll be treated to a delectable plate of Hoppin' John made with locally-sourced ingredients.

For those with a sweet tooth, don't miss the opportunity to indulge in Lowcountry desserts. One standout treat is the classic Banana Pudding. This velvety custard layered with fresh bananas and vanilla wafers is a true Southern comfort food. Head to Martha Lou's Kitchen in Charleston for a slice of their famous Banana Pudding that will have you coming back for seconds.

Another beloved dessert is the Pecan Pie. Made with a buttery crust and a rich filling of pecans and caramel, this sweet treat is the epitome of Southern hospitality. Toast the perfect meal at The Olde Pink House in Savannah with a slice of their homemade Pecan Pie, served with a dollop of whipped cream.

So, whether you're a foodie looking to explore the unique flavors of the Lowcountry or a traveler seeking to immerse yourself in the region's rich culinary heritage, be sure to indulge in these traditional dishes. From Gullah Geechee cuisine to comforting seafood delights, the Lowcountry has a vast array of gastronomic treasures waiting to be explored.

Plan your journey now and experience the magic of the Best Traditional Lowcountry Dishes!

Eat Your World's Charleston Food & Travel Guide: The inside scoop on the best traditional Lowcountry dishes

by Laura Siciliano-Rosen (Kindle Edition)

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3706 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	57 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE

Eat Your World’s Charleston Food & Travel Guide is the eleventh in a series of eBook destination guides from Eat Your World that spotlights a region’s best traditional dishes and drinks, and tells you where to find them. For this edition, readers are directed to 16 quintessential food experiences in Charleston, South Carolina.

The marshy coastal lowlands of South Carolina and Georgia, known as the Lowcountry, is a region as distinct in cuisine as it is in geography, and beautiful Charleston puts you right in the middle of it. A few things set the food here apart from the rest of the South—most notably its immediate connection to West Africa, via the slaves that entered Charleston’s port 150 years ago, and the area’s physical geography, groomed for rice and rife with seafood. Witness the incredible Lowcountry soul food in its many iterations: hoppin’ John, okra soup, red rice, lima beans with ham, fried chicken, collard greens, and more. There are plenty of popular regional dishes beyond that, like she-crab soup and shrimp-and-grits, while others, such as shrimp bog and Huguenot torte, are much harder to come by on restaurant menus. With the help of this guide, you can track down them all, and in the process gain a better, more delicious understanding of this iconic city. Because together these dishes tell Charleston’s history just as much as those elegant 200-year-old homes with the soaring piazzas—but you can only eat one of them.

Within this comprehensive food and travel guide, you’ll find the following:

--What to Eat: 16 Lowcountry foods and drinks, with well-researched descriptions, cultural context, and vivid photographs

--Where to Eat: specific restaurant/vendor recommendations for each dish, including Google map links to locations

--How to Burn It Off (tips for activities, such hiking and paddling)

--Where to Stay (accommodation suggestions)

--a restaurant guide for all featured dishes and drinks

About Eat Your World:

Eat Your World (eatyourworld.com) is an original online guide to regional foods and drinks, currently covering more than 130 destinations around the globe. Launched in December 2011, the site identifies and contextualizes a destination’s traditional, indigenous, and locavore foods and tells readers exactly where to find them, as well as How to Burn It Off (activity tips) and Where to Stay (hotel suggestions). Broader food and travel stories can be found on the EYW Blog, including recipes and trip narratives. Eat Your World also fosters a community of like-minded eaters and travelers by inviting readers to upload their own local-food photos and stories to the site.