For the Seafoodies: Your Guide to Hilton Head Island Seafood
You can’t say “Hilton Head Island” and not think fresh, delicious, local seafood. Our coastal waters, sweeping marshes, secluded inlets and lazy tidal creeks are home to a plethora of fish and shellfish, and whether you catch it yourself or order an authentic dish from one of our restaurants, you’ll be in seafoodie heaven.
If seafood isn’t so much a staple where you live, or you’re planning your dining itinerary for your next visit, you can learn all about our Island’s best seafood in this handy blog. Discover what’s local, when it’s in season, where to try it, and how to make it for yourself at home.
If this makes you extra hungry for some local Hilton Head Island seafood, you're in luck! The Annual Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival is a family-friendly, week-long culinary and cultural celebration showcasing the very best in savory eats, crafted cocktails, gourmet wines and more. Over the course of seven days, you’ll also have the opportunity to enjoy dishes prepared by celebrity guest chefs, barbecue from some of the best of Southern pitmasters, hands-on cooking demos, eclectic tastings, live music and much more!
Ready? Let’s dive in!
4 Must-Try Lowcountry Coffee Shops
With so much to see and do in Hilton Head Island, proper fuel is a key part of getting ready for your next Lowcountry adventure. Luckily, there are some incredible local coffee shops and cafes in Hilton Head that have everything you need to kick off your day caffeinated, relax with a mid-afternoon snack, or dine in style with friends old and new. Here are some of our favorites.
Your guide to brunch on hilton head island
Hilton Head Island may be known for its stunning beaches, Lowcountry hospitality, and world-class golf and tennis, but it’s also become a culinary destination in its own right—and brunch is no exception! Who doesn’t love brunch? Scrumptious food, delectable drinks, and at a time of day that allows you to hit the snooze button for as long as you need. There’s no better opportunity than a long weekend or a relaxing vacation to indulge in the happiest meal of the day. On your next visit to Hilton Head Island, be sure to enjoy any and all of these fantastic eateries known for their delicious fare. Hungry yet? You will be.
Alexander’s restaurant summer watermelon salad
INGREDIENTS FOR BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE:
- 2 Tbsp Honey
- 1 Tbsp Creole Mustard
- 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 ea. shallot
- 1 Tbsp Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Cup Balsamic vinegar
- 2 Cup Blended oil (75% Canola, 25% Extra Virgin Olive oil)
Black Marlin Featured on Food Network’s Beach Eats
This Summer Chris Carge, the Executive Chef of Black Marlin Bayside Grill made a featured appearance on the series premiere of Food Network’s Beach Eats. The episode shows Chris and Curtis Stone cooking two of Black Marlin’s specialty dishes together and having a blast behind the world-famous Hurricane bar serving up Black Marlin’s signature drink, the Hurricane. In order to celebrate Executive Chef Chris Carge’s television debut, Black Marlin held a viewing party bash; complimentary Hurricane drinks in autographed souvenir glasses, vintage popcorn bags, string lights and prideful shouts of excitement, along with a few hardball jokes with Chris, made the evening a hit!
Best Hilton Head Island Foodie Instagrams to Follow Now
We’ve combed through Instagram and rounded up the best foodie photo accounts on Hilton Head Island that’ll have you hungry the minute you start scrolling through your Insta-feed. Get ready to hit “follow”!
