FOOD in Charleston!

We enjoyed several meals in the Charleston area...some good and some not so good and some very interesting.

We were encouraged to taste the 'southern east coast' barbeque and compare it to Memphis barbeque.   While we enjoyed the vinegary and mustardy flavors, we both agreed we still like the Memphis barbeque best.

 Our friends/neighbors, Janie and Phil, suggested several restaurants and we decided to sampleMagnolia's in downtown Charleston.  It did not disappoint.

Our new friends, Eddie and Lisa, suggested a unique restaurant, Bowen's Island, on the way to Folly Beach.  Without a doubt, it was one of the greatest experiences.  Most enjoyed oysters delivered to their table with a coal shovel and a 5 gallon bucket for the shells.  Hub was very brave and ate 'shrimp and grits'.  He liked them!  This restaurant was located at the end of a narrow dirt road.  It consisted of several suspiciously rickety buildings right on the water.  We were treated to the music of a unique trio easily our age.  Wonderful!  Thanks to Eddie for the pics.

And last but not least, following another tip from Eddie, we ate at Bimini in Myrtle Beach....where the locals eat.  Sorry, no pics.