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The Island Packet

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Rodent droppings in soda syrup. Beaufort Co.'s worst October food inspections

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) has released its October food inspection reports. Two restaurants, two schools and a Parker’s scored less than A. Inspectors from the SCDA inspect restaurants and other food-serving establishments across the state on a routine basis. The frequency of inspections is based on the establishment’s risk-factor for food-borne illness and its compliance history, according to the SCDA. Grades are awarded on a 100-point scale, with A grades above 87 points, B 78 points, and C less than 78 points. Repeat infractions can result in lower letter grades no matter the points. Here’s why these Beaufort County establishments received their grades, and if their violations were corrected: E-Tang Asian Bistro Inspectors awarded E-Tang Asian Bistro, located at 811 William Hilton Parkway on Hilton Head Island, a C grade with 75 points in its Oct.15 routine inspection. Inspectors observed: An employee drinking from an open cup and eating from a bowl on the hot line Employees failing to wash hands between cleaning and food preparation, an employee washing hands without soap, and an employee washing hands in a food preparation sink “Fresh rodent droppings in a pool of Lemon-Lime Soda Syrup,” as well as rodent droppings

Beaufort County, SC · 6d

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At This Little Country Store In South Carolina, They Make Your Sandwich By Hand, Then You Fill Your Jugs With Fresh Spring Water

Some of the best lunches in South Carolina hide at the end of quiet country roads, far from any highway sign. You pull up expecting a quick snack and walk out with a warm sandwich, a jar of local jelly, and a story to tell. This little store pairs hand-built...

Blackville, SC · 2d
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Six South Carolina Restaurants Where Prime Rib Is Still A Weekly Ritual

Some dinners are just meals, but prime rib night is a standing date that people plan their whole week around. Across South Carolina, a handful of restaurants still roll out this slow-roasted classic on a set night, and the regulars know exactly when to show up. A few of these...

South Carolina · 1d
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This South Carolina Soul Food Kitchen Serves Fried Chicken, Okra Soup And Collard Greens From A Turquoise Building

People line up before the doors even open for fried chicken with crispy skin and juicy meat. The menu also features okra soup, a dark, garlicky tomato stew loaded with pork. The restaurant operates out of a bright turquoise, two-story building that’s hard to miss from the road. A place this colorful doesn’t exactly need a sign to get your attention.

North Charleston, SC · 3d
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South Carolina Island Farm Stand Keeps an Old-Fashioned Tradition Alive With Homemade Pies

A whole refrigerator full of homemade pies waits at the end of a sandy dirt road. Key lime, pecan, banana cream. All of them sit inside a weathered little produce stand shaded by moss-draped oaks. I like how unbothered this place feels. The building looks like it hasn’t changed in...

South Carolina · 3d

WCBD Count on 2

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Coffee shop in St. George to close its doors after 6 years

DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Edisto & Co. Coffee in St. George announced on social media that it is closing its doors after 6 years. “Six years of early mornings, lonnnnng days, laughter, lessons, friendships and more coffee than we could ever count. We’ve been through just about everything a small business can go through, […]

St George, SC · 18h

Miami Herald

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The Lowcountry's standout spots for shrimp and grits

You can find dozens of variations on this classic Southern dish in restaurants across the country. But there's something special about eating shrimp and grits in the Lowcountry, where the main ingredients are so close to home. Shrimp and grits have been a staple in coastal Southern kitchens for generations, but when and where did the dish originate? Sources like the Levine Museum of the New South suggest shrimp and grits was likely the result of a convergence of Gullah Geechee, Indigenous and European cooking traditions that started centuries ago. An early recipe for "Shrimps and Hominy" appears in the 1930 cookbook, Two Hundred Years of Charleston Cooking. Over time, the dish was eventually popularized (and fancied up) by restaurants like Crook's Corner in Chapel Hill, North Carolina and Husk in Charleston, South Carolina. Our list of standout shrimp and grits highlights crowd-favorite versions of this dish, both traditional and creative, where local ingredients like these are always the focus. That's thanks to farmers who still grow heritage-variety grains, like the Sea Island Yellow Guinea Flint Grits from Rollen's Raw Grains in Hardeeville, South Carolina, and purveyors like Tarvin Shrimp of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, who catch shrimp off the

Beaufort, SC · 9d

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Where to Eat Thanksgiving Dinner on Hilton Head Island in 2026

Thanksgiving is all about gathering around the table, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend the day in the kitchen. Whether you’re planning a traditional turkey dinner, a waterfront meal or a holiday feast to enjoy at home, several Hilton Head Island restaurants are taking care of the cooking this year.

Hilton Head Island, SC · 2d

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Sweatman’s Barbeque Serves All-You-Can-Eat Pork In A Charming Old Farmhouse In Holly Hill, South Carolina

Picture a white farmhouse sitting out in the South Carolina countryside, with a front porch, a giant shade tree, and the smell of whole-hog barbecue drifting out the door. That is Sweatman’s Barbeque in Holly Hill, a family-owned spot that people have been driving to for generations. Travelers detour...

Holly Hill, SC · 7d

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Food Lion to open new grocery store in Hilton Head Island, S.C., on Nov. 11

With new location, Food Lion expands to 22 stores in the Greater Savannah area

Hilton Head Island, SC · 2d

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These 7 Small-Town South Carolina Bakeries Are Worth The Drive For Their Cinnamon Rolls Alone

Ready to hit the road for small-town bakeries in South Carolina?. These 7 bakeries serve warm cinnamon rolls and friendly smiles that make every mile worth it!. 1. Charleston Bakery & Delicatessen (Summerville) Let’s start with a place that knows how to make you hungry before you even open the...

South Carolina · 3d

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Food Lion Expands North Charleston Footprint With New Store Planned for 2027

A supermarket chain is expanding its footprint in North Charleston. Food Lion will join Planet Fitness as a co-anchor tenant at Festival Centre, located at 5101 Ashley Phosphate Rd., according to The Post and Courier. Woodlock Capital, the property owner of Festival Centre, expressed excitement about Food Lion joining the...

North Charleston, SC · 1d

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This Georgia Seafood Joint Fries Up Shrimp So Good You’ll Plan Your Next Coast Trip Around It

One restaurant on the Georgia coast buys its shrimp from a single seafood company and nowhere else. That kind of loyalty tells you a lot before you even see a menu. The shrimp are extra large, wild-caught Georgia white shrimp. You can get them fried, grilled, blackened, or boiled. The...

Brunswick, GA · 2d

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This Georgia Mexican Spot Has An All-You-Can-Eat Buffet That Piles On So Many Favorites It Is Hard To Pick Just One

A single plate rarely feels like enough at a good Mexican restaurant. What if you never had to choose at all?. A family favorite in Georgia has fed its neighbors since 1985. It sets out lunch and dinner buffets next to a full menu of classics. Tacos, burritos, enchiladas, chalupas,...

Savannah, GA · 2d

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Real Ingredients, Real Heart at Unforgettable Bakery & Café

Local baker and philanthropist Belinda Baptiste serves up cake and connection. Makeup by Ginger Fawcett/Blush Hair & Makeup Artistry. Unforgettable Bakery & Café is a not-so-well-kept local secret. It’s tucked into an unassuming space in the Forest Park Shopping Center off Eisenhower Drive, where chef/owner Belinda Baptiste and her team have been producing delicious cakes, cookies, breads, soups, and healthy juices since 2009. She earned the attention of the James Beard Foundation, which named her a semi-finalist in 2023, the year it added the Outstanding Bakery category. She now ships her pound cakes nationwide.

Savannah, GA · 3d

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Celebrating Savannah Seniors – Take Someone Special to Lunch

Take Them to Lunch at one of these Coastal Georgia Restaurants. Take a senior to lunch. Sharing a meal is about a lot more than food. For seniors, the real appetizer is anticipating your company. Add the spice of conversation and catching up on family gossip. The actual lunch is just about icing on the cake.

Savannah, GA · 1d

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Food Lion to Acquire Five Winn-Dixie Stores in Southern Georgia

The acquisition will expand Food Lion’s Georgia footprint to 51 stores and push its 2026 store openings beyond the company’s original growth target. Food Lion has reached an agreement to acquire five Winn-Dixie supermarkets in southern Georgia, expanding its presence in the state as Winn-Dixie shifts its focus to its Florida operations.

Georgia · 3d

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First Tybee Island Seafood Fest to support local restaurants

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The inaugural Tybee Island Seafood Fest, a weeklong celebration of coastal flavors and island culture, will culminate on Saturday, Nov. 14 with the main festival day on Strand Ave. Throughout the week, Tybee restaurants will be offering special menu items and on Saturday, there will be...

Savannah, GA · 2d

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Georgia Shoppers Keep Coming Back to This Discount Grocery for Cheap Groceries and Name-Brand Finds

Some of the best shopping trips in Georgia start with a quick stop for groceries and end with a cart full of surprises. A plain storefront near Savannah turns out to hold aisles of cereal, coffee, baby gear, tools, and gadgets at prices that make people do a double take.

Garden City, GA · 9d

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Savannah Holiday Dining Guide 2026

Looking for a place to eat in Savannah during the holidays? We’ve put together a list of restaurants planning to open for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Holiday hours are subject to change. We recommend confirming directly with the restaurant...

Savannah, GA · 2d