If you want to learn how to go crabbing – here's your chance. If you enjoy your oysters fried, stewed or roasted at one of the South's premier Oyster Houses or want to visit the Seafood Capital of the World – you've arrived in the perfect location.

With classic restaurants that preserve the epicurean traditions of the South to fun family shrimp shacks on the shore – each of our Southern restaurants offers its own unique style. Order yours lightly battered and fried, prepared into a stew or pan seared on Chanterelle Risotto with a Sweet Corn Sauce. Fresh catch is always on the menu.

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Crabbing Clinic Capers Island State Heritage Preserve Charleston, SC  843-886-5000 info@nature-tours.com [DINING] [ATTRACTIONS] [RECIPES] www.nature-tours.com/scheduled_trips.htm Learn to catch crabs the old-fashioned way, with a line and chicken neck.  Visitors can venture by boat to an excellent crabbing spot, learn about the intriguing life history of the blue crab, and then catch, cook, clean and consume these tasty crustaceans. Come experience a hands-on culinary adventure at the Crabbing Clinic.
Bowen’s Island 1870 Bowens Island Road Bowen’s Island, SC 29439 843-795-2757 [DINING] [ATTRACTIONS] [RECIPES] www.discoversouthcarolina.com/products/26392.aspx The Lowcountry's favorite seafood dive, and a prestigious 2006 James Beard Foundation Award winner when it was named one of eight "American Classic Restaurants."
Annual Woodbine Crawfish Festival Woodbine, GA  912-576-3211 [DINING] [ATTRACTIONS] [RECIPES] www.woodbinecrawfish.com Eat local crawfish and enjoy other foods and entertaiment. April 2008.

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Annadele’s Plantation 71518 Chestnut st. Covington, LA 70433 985-809-7669 [DINING] [ATTRACTIONS] [RECIPES] www.annadeles.com
Owens’ Restaurant 7114 S. Virginia Dare Trail Nags Head, NC 27949 252-441-7309 [DINING] [ATTRACTIONS] [RECIPES] owensrestaurant.com Owens’ Restaurant in Nags Head captures the true spirit and rich cuisine of the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  For 58 years, its original family has owned and operated Owen’s Restaurant, making this cornerstone of Outer Banks dining one of the islands’ oldest establishments.  Since 1946 four generations of locals and visitors have experienced the famous food and hospitality of the Owens’ and Shannon family. History buffs will marvel at the Owens' collection of museum quality artifacts dedicated to the maritime history of the Outer Banks.  Owens’ Restaurant serves the rich cuisine of the Coastal South, influenced by the provocative culinary flavors of today. Menu highlights are fresh off the boat - seafood and shellfish, Whole Maine lobster, tender aged Angus beef, ribs, pasta, and outrageous homemade desserts. Market availability of seasonal ingredients determines the chef's choice of nightly specials. An exceptional wine list rounds out the menu. Come enjoy the exceptional cuisine of one of the Outer Banks’ flagship restaurants.  AAA Three Diamond Award.
Wintzell’s Oyster House 605 Dauphin St. Mobile, AL 36602 251-432-4605 [DINING] [ATTRACTIONS] [RECIPES] www.wintzellsoysterhouse.com For more than six decades, Wintzell’s Oyster House has been a landmark in historic downtown Mobile. Known far and wide for its “Oyster fried, stewed or nude,” Winzell’s was founded in 1938 by Oliver Wintzell.
Portofino's 249 East Main Street Lexington, KY 40507 859-253-9300 [DINING] [ATTRACTIONS] [RECIPES] www.portofinolexington.com Portofino's serves traditional Italian food with California innovation in upscale, candlelit dining rooms retaining rustic charm.  Tempting pastas, fresh fish, tender steaks, incredible seared scallops and steamed mussels along with a well-stocked bar offer proof of the gourmet menu.

She Crab Recipe Side Dish [DINING] [ATTRACTIONS] [RECIPES] This delicious recipe for She-crab soup is served in Charleston’s most historic restaurant, 82 Queen. Dating back to 1688 when South Carolina was a newly formed colony, the three buildings known as 82 Queen Street are located on the site of the former Schenckingh's Square, once part of the original walled city of Charles Towne. Since 1982, 82 Queen has been providing its guests with gracious Southern hospitality, award-winning wines and authentic fresh Lowcountry cuisine.
Malpeque Oyster Chowder Main Course [DINING] [ATTRACTIONS] [RECIPES] Diners at AAA four diamond award-winning Lansdowne Resort will savor Virginia favorites such as oyster chowder. The resort's restaurants specialize in fine regional, American cuisine using fresh, local ingredients. Seafood is showcased across the state http://www.virginia.org/site/features.asp?FeatureID=263 and the oyster, which is the official Virginia shell, is a highlight at events such as the Urbanna Oyster Festival.
Lowcountry Crab Cakes Side Dish [DINING] [ATTRACTIONS] [RECIPES]