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Nov 03

Which Animal Will Win Mayor of the Aquarium?

In the spirit of Election Day, our animals are running – and swimming, slithering, hopping and flying – for Aquarium Mayor! Each of the below candidates is putting their best fin forward to win your vote. Read about their aquatic aspirations and cast your vote for Aquarium Mayor! Liberty the…
Oct 30

Oak Steakhouse: A Good Catch Dinner

Tuesday, November 10, Platinum Partner restaurant Oak Steakhouse will host November’s Good Catch sustainable seafood dinner! Executive Chef Jeremiah Bacon and his team source locally and regionally from sustainable farmers and fishermen to present classic steakhouse fare in the impeccable setting of Charleston’s historic Broad Street. Join us at 6…
Oct 27

Fall 2015: What’s Cooking

Is Climate Change Creating a Fragile Future for Seafood? Climate change is a key component in the discussion surrounding the health of our oceans. Recently, the focus has turned toward the impending effects of ocean acidification, which will bring big changes to the waterways and seafood supply of the Lowcountry…
Oct 26

Meet Artist Laura Palermo of Paintings for a Purpose

Laura Palermo is the talented local artist behind our newest art exhibit, Paintings for a Purpose. Her beautiful nature-inspired work features marine animals, including sea turtles rehabilitated by our Sea Turtle Rescue Program. Get to know Laura and find out what inspires her to raise awareness about animal conservation through…
Oct 24

Enter our National Seafood Month Instagram Contest!

Want to win a $50 gift card to use at Rue de Jean? Enter our National Seafood Month Instagram Contest! During the last week of October, share your fabulous foodie photos with us, highlighting your commitment to supporting sustainable restaurants and suppliers! How to Enter 1. Now through October 31,…
Oct 19

Jammin’ 4 Jammer Raises $20,000 for Sea Turtle Rescue Program

On September 23, the Island Turtle Team hosted their annual Jammin’ 4 Jammer event at The Windjammer on Isle of Palms. In 2011, members of the Island Turtle Team rescued a severely debilitated loggerhead, who would later be named Jammer due his/her stranding in front of the Windjammer. After a…
Oct 14

Cobia Cookoff Winner: Merry Graham’s Vietnamese Open-Faced Cobia Tacos

Tuesday, October 13, Good Catch teamed up with Open Blue Sea Farms to host the Cobia Cookoff at In the Kitchen with Bob Waggoner. The exciting chef showdown was followed by an Awards Reception at the Aquarium where guests enjoyed sustainable bites by Good Catch partners Cru Catering, Tristan Events,…
Oct 12

Fleet Landing Restaurant: A Good Catch Dinner

October 24, enjoy a Good Catch dinner at one of Charleston’s only waterfront restaurants, Fleet Landing Restaurant. The evening will feature local, sustainable seafood expertly prepared by Executive Chef Drew Hedlund, with a tapas theme and wine pairings. As a Good Catch Platinum Partner, Fleet Landing Restaurant shares the Aquarium’s…
Oct 09

A Classic Fall Dish: Lowcountry Boil

One of the many reasons Charleston is such a beloved city and continues to win praise year after year is its rich culinary history. Food and cooking are deeply engrained in Charleston’s culture and there are a few local delicacies that you just can’t get anywhere else, including the famous…
Oct 08

Your Local Go-Tos for Sustainable Seafood

Fall is a perfect time of year to test your culinary skills in the kitchen. In honor of National Seafood Month, why not try your hand at some new seafood recipes? From Lowcountry Boils to oyster roasts to she crab soup, October is a great month to entertain family and…
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