Michael Anthony’s Cucina Italiana hosts hands-on and demonstration cooking classes. A recent class focused on shrimp recipes. Here’s a creole recipe that was taught to the class.

MICHAEL ANTHONY’S OFFERS POPULAR COOKING SCHOOL

By Jessica Farthing | Photos by Madison Elrod

Michael Anthony’s Cucina Italiana has been a Hilton Head institution for 20 years, a one-stop, self-described culinary destination.

There’s nothing more relaxing than a day on the water with friends and family. But after a fun time on your boat, it’s time to unwind and grab a bite to eat. We’ve compiled a guide to many dock-and-dine locations in the Lowcountry. Tie up and enjoy a meal.

NEARLY ALL RESTAURANTS IN THE LOWCOUNTRY ARE SUITED FOR CHILDREN. HERE ARE A FEW THAT GO ABOVE AND BEYOND A KIDS MENU.

SERVES 4-6 | TOTAL TIME : 30 MIN

INGREDIENTS:

• 12 Little neck clams fresh from local waters.
• 1/2- lb. smoked bacon, chopped thin.
• 2 heaping tablespoons of grated yellow onion.
• 2 cloves of minced fresh garlic.
• 1 cup of fresh shredded sautéed spinach.
• 4 tablespoons of fresh grated parmesan cheese.

NEW QUARTERDECK AIMS TO BE A 'HOT SPOT'

By Vickie McIntyre

When The Sea Pines Resort broke ground for the redevelopment of the Quarterdeck restaurant last spring, Cliff McMackin, Director of Resort Development, declared it was destined to be the new “hot spot” on the island.

THE STATE’S OFFICIAL FOOD IS THE PERFECT SOUTHERN CUISINE

STORY BY CARRIE HIRSCH

Grits are the official state food of South Carolina. “A man full of [grits] is a man of peace,” the General Assembly declared in 1976. They continue to be a mainstay in Lowcountry home kitchens and restaurants.

EATING WITH A VIEW

LOOKING FOR A GREAT MEAL WITH A SIDE OF INCREDIBLE VIEW?

Old Oyster Factory

This Marshland Road staple was voted one of the top 100 scenic-view restaurants by Open Table. Built on the site of an early 1900s oyster cannery, the restaurant honors the history of the Broad Creek fisherman with some of the area’s finest seafood. For more than 25 years diners have enjoyed a succulent meal while taking in the marshland landscape.

CULINARY INSTITUTE OF THE SOUTH’S CAFÉ AND BISTRO OPENS The Bistro and Clist Café are open at the Culinary Institute of the South. The Clist Café offers “grab-and-go” items including breads, pastries, soups, salads, sandwiches and wraps along with coffee and tea. The Bistro offers a gourmet, three-course meal. The Clist Café is open for walk-ins from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The Bistro is by reservation only. Call 843-305-8575. For more information, visit tcl.edu/culinary-institute.

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