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Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
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Aug 20, 2023, 7:58 PM
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We are heading to the SC coast Labor Day w/end....exact location is still TBD. Anyone know of any oyster roasts happening over the long w/end?
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Re: Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
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Aug 20, 2023, 8:10 PM
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Not sure I would be comfortable eating oysters that early - the water temps are still very warm and oysters may still have lots of bacteria. I know September is a month containing an "r" but that was a general "rule of thumb" before things warmed up.
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Re: Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
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Aug 20, 2023, 8:24 PM
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Oysters are pasteurized these days. Oysters delivered live are pretty much the only exceptions.
I lived by the “R” in the month rule for 40+ years .
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Re: Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
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Aug 21, 2023, 7:49 AM
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“Before things warmed up”?? When did things warm up?? I grew up in the Lowcountry in the 1960s and 70s and it was just as hot then as it is now. What has changed is that refrigerated shipping has become more efficient so you can get cold water oysters year round. The month containing R rule was always applied to local oysters. When I lived there I wouldn’t eat local oysters in the lowcountry until November and then only if I got them myself.
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Re: Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
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Aug 20, 2023, 8:58 PM
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It’s too dang hot for oysters on Labor Day weekend!
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Re: Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
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Aug 20, 2023, 9:14 PM
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I agree 68.
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Re: Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
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Aug 20, 2023, 9:14 PM
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You can get oysters no problem but I wouldn't expect locals. They will be either farm raised or northern oysters from upper coasts, east or west. You are talking about oysters like Blue Points and these are going to be costly so more like ordering a dz for $25+. But if in Charleston area one of the better pure steamed oysters by the bucket, down and dirty, is Bowens Island restaurant. Big outdoor environment or big screenporch with tables with holes for the shells.
That would be your best bet unless wanting to cook some at your place. Later in the year, there are oyster roasts all over the Charleston area like Boone Hall, Daniel Is, John's Is, Awendaw, etc. You are a month too early basically.
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Re: Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
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Aug 21, 2023, 7:25 AM
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Just luck, but happened by the Seewee in Awendaw last October and they had a big shucking going on. Some of the best steamed lewgies I've ever had.
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Re: Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
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Aug 21, 2023, 8:28 AM
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I live in Michigan, and get mine from LowCountry Oysters.https://lowcooysters.com/ Lowcountry Oyster Co. | Charleston, SC Lowcountry Oyster is the best source for 100% traceable oysters and mussels, caught to order and delivered to your door. Get started ordering fresh shellfish today.
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Re: Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
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Aug 21, 2023, 9:37 AM
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I always laugh at using the word “caught” when referring to oysters. Are some of them quicker than others, more crafty??
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Re: Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
Aug 21, 2023, 11:04 AM
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Thanks for all the replies. I was just following the "R" rule, but point taken.
I did discover this when doing some research.
Mingo Point Oyster Roast and BBQ
Mingo Point Oyster Roast and BBQ is Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s longest-running event, a treasured family favorite and a genuine Lowcountry tradition offered over most major holidays and every Monday evening all summer long. Guests of all ages enjoy feasting on fresh oysters roasted over an open fire, along with other BBQ specialties such as ribs, pulled pork, smoked chicken, Lowcountry Boil and more. Plus family fun, live music and more activities. Best of all is Mingo Point’s natural setting—right on the banks of the Kiawah River.
2023 Mingo Point Dates
April 5th and 12th Easter
May 27th Memorial Weekend
June 12, 19, 26
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
August 7, 14, 21
September 2nd Labor Day Weekend
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Re: Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
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Aug 21, 2023, 2:51 PM
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If you’re all about hob knobbing with a bunch of yankee golfers at an “oyster roast” on Kiawah throughout the summer months, hey go for it.
Everybody trying to sell the “Lowcountry” feel these days.
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Re: Oyster Roasts Labor Day Weekend?
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Aug 21, 2023, 2:55 PM
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Don't make a mistake of a nude beach for an Oyster roast either
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