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Mar 13

Craft Your Coastline: What’s Brewing with Oyster Restoration

Slimy, mouthwatering, revolting, or savory- each of us has a different word to describe the Eastern oyster or Crassostrea virginica. One thing that we can all agree on is their importance. This time of year, oyster roasts are a common trend unique to the Lowcountry. On February 21, Michael Hodges,... read more →

Dec 07

Biomedicine in Our Backyard: The Power of Blue Blood

Many families share the same Thanksgiving tradition of going around the table and saying something that they are thankful for. What did you say this past year? Your health? Your family? Something that is never mentioned, but arguably makes spending Thanksgiving with your family possible is...the horseshoe crab. If you’ve... read more →

Nov 11

Making a Good Catch: Sustainable Fishing Methods

Numerous fishing methods are used to bring delicious seafood to our dinner tables. Understanding how seafood is caught is important when deciding what to order at a restaurant or when purchasing seafood at the grocery store. The fishing methods described here are commonly used off the South Carolina coast. Ask... read more →

Nov 05

This Season’s Good Catch: Greater Amberjack

Where is Greater Amberjack found? Greater Amberjack is found in subtropical regions all over the world. Along the western Atlantic Ocean, they are found from Nova Scotia down to Brazil. Greater Amberjack concentrate around reefs, rocky areas and wrecks, where they prey on crabs, squid and other fishes. When is... read more →

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... read more →

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... read more →

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... read more →

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,... read more →

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... read more →

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,... read more →

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