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Since the region around Charleston is frequently referred to as the Lowcountry, its rich Gullah and Creole history is reflected in the food as well as Southern components. Seafood is the absolute staple here, therefore you must try some before you leave.

The freshest catch, locally-mined oysters, She Crab soup, or shrimp (particularly, the shrimp n’ grits, a heavenly combination of local shrimp with creamy grits that’s served in a variety of ways till Sunday, depending on where you visit) are all recommended as first choices when you can.

Finally, and perhaps most crucially, be aware that Charleston’s culture is so established that cuisine is almost like a religion.