Georgetown County will have its own version of a restaurant week this February, something meant to support restaurants and deliver tasty dishes to customers at an affordable price point.

Georgetown Foodland's Jamie Sanderson says "Restaurant Showcase Week" is a way to give locals their chance to experience the flavors in our eateries and feel special while doing so.

"This is a simplistic event. Restaurants were asked to create a three-course menu at $35. There's been lots of feedback since announcing this. Lots people are very interested. There have been a few restaurants whom have submitted menus. We have one sweet-treat focus, too. The foundation will be built the first week of February 2021 so we may have the opportunity to make this annual." 

An event page has been created, where menus will be posted for all restaurants participating. 

Sanderson goes on to say this is just the start.

"The culinary industry in Georgetown has seen an uptick in customers in the past few years. The pandemic has taken a toll on restaurants. We've lost some to it. But, the future is innovative concepts and menu pivots. Take-out alone will not support our restaurants. We have to have dine-in, inside and out. We have to have special events. We have to focus on both locals and tourists, not one or the other. Down the road, bigger events are being thought of and planned. If we are safe, we can pull these off to help all our culinary families and friends stay afloat, and build a great local foodie base."

This week-long event is the first of its kind and will evolve over time. It's meant to help get locals out and enjoy our restaurants and be part of something unique. The week begins Monday, February 1, and ends end of day Sunday, February 7. 

Plus, it's the lead-up to one of the biggest eat-out days of the year, Valentine's Day.

​For more information, click the button below for the event page. 

Have you ever been wanting to cook that perfect snapper for dinner? Wanted to try your hand at triggerfish? How about preparing mussels?

Well, with Wicked Inlet Seafood, you can do just that, using their fresh catches to create awesome dishes with some great instructors.

They recently held a sushi-making class, which you'll see in a video below. 

These cooking classes began in 2020 and there's a few classes lined up for February and March of this year. 

Take a look at the photos and videos. This is the link to sign up/reserve spots for classes: ​​wickedinletseafood.com/product-category/cooking-classes/

With the hope that 2021 will be a year of recovery for local restaurants, get your taste buds ready and bring your appetites as Restaurant Week South Carolina makes its much-anticipated return January 7-17. Join us in celebrating the local restaurant community in your region of the state.

Restaurant Week South Carolina is a foodie-favorite that is the perfect time to take a culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture across our state.

As in years past, participating restaurants will offer special menus for dining in; however, new this year, some restaurants will also offer takeout during the 11-day event. Diners who wish to stay home may take advantage of Restaurant Week specials via takeout and delivery at some of the restaurants.

A win-win for diners and the local economy, Restaurant Week gives consumers the opportunity to enjoy fantastic meals at great prices, while giving restaurants a much-needed boost. From casual to high-end restaurants, there’s truly something for everyone.

In compliance with Governor McMaster’s Executive Order, it is important to wear a face covering, be socially distanced, adhere to local laws and comply with each restaurant's requests for guest comfort and safety.

Participating restaurants, including those who have made the Palmetto Priority Commitment, and their menus can be found at RestaurantWeekSouthCarolina.com.

Ready, set, reservation!

About the SC Restaurant and Lodging Association
For over 75 years, the SCRLA has represented more than 2,200 member companies and 210,000 employees across the state. Our mission is to promote, protect and ​educate the foodservice and lodging industries of our state and to ensure positive business growth for our members. The SCRLA strives to represent the best interests of its members on small business issues, hospitality and tourism concerns and towards the protection of South Carolina’s quality of life.