Food & Drink
Seafood, local favorites and how to eat like a local on the Crystal Coast.
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Oysters in Carteret County: Season, Roasts and Where to Buy
Oysters in Carteret County NC: when they’re in season, wild vs. farmed, where to eat and buy by the bushel,…
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Best Breakfast in Morehead City and the Crystal Coast
Where to find breakfast in Morehead City, NC, plus Atlantic Beach and Beaufort: diner plates, biscuits, beach mornings, and how…
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Atlantic Beach NC Restaurants: Where to Eat Near the Circle and Fort Macon Rd
A local guide to Atlantic Beach NC restaurants: seafood, beach bars, breakfast and family spots near the Circle and Fort…
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Morehead City Seafood Restaurants: Where Locals Actually Eat
A local’s guide to Morehead City seafood restaurants: fish houses, docks selling fresh catch, what’s in season, fried vs broiled…
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Best Restaurants in Emerald Isle, NC
Emerald Isle restaurants by type: seafood shacks, breakfast, pizza and family dining near the beach, plus what to check about…
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Where to Eat in Beaufort, NC: Front Street and Beyond
A local’s guide to Beaufort NC restaurants: Front Street waterfront dining, casual lunch, upscale dinner, outdoor seating, summer reservations and…
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Best Restaurants in Morehead City, NC: Waterfront Seafood to Local Favorites
A local’s guide to Morehead City restaurants: waterfront seafood, casual spots, breakfast, date night and family picks, with what to…
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The Carteret County Shrimp Burger, Explained
What a shrimp burger NC style really is: the fried patty, the slaw and sauce, the Carteret County tradition, and…
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Farmers Markets in Carteret County, NC: What to Know
A local guide to farmers markets in Carteret County, NC: how they work, what’s in season, shopping tips and where…
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What Seafood Is in Season in Carteret County, Month by Month
See what seafood is in season in Carteret County by month: shrimp, oysters, clams, soft-shell crabs, flounder, mahi and tuna,…
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Crystal Coast Seafood Guide: How to Eat and Buy Like a Local
A local’s Crystal Coast seafood guide: what’s in season, where to buy fresh, how to spot imported shrimp, and how…