Coastal Delights Magazine Fall/Winter 2022

Make The Heyward House your first stop when visiting Bluffton, SC!

Historic Bluffton Heyward House

Get acquainted with our town from the inside out by stopping at the Heyward House Museum and Welcome Center. We have maps, brochures, menus and information to help you plan your visit to Bluffton. Make a day of it and spend the afternoon strolling our moss-draped streets and immerse yourself in the natural beauty that makes this such a special place. Our staff is ready to answer your questions and give you directions to your next stop along the way. When you visit we hope that you’ll come by and say hello and give us a chance to make a great first impression.

The ColeHeyward House, built as a summer home for a local plantation owner, was constructed circa 1841 and is one of only eight antebellum homes remaining in the Lowcountry coastal town of Bluffton. Located in the heart of Bluffton’s National Register Historic District, next to the breezy bluffs overlooking the May River, this simple timber framed home is an excellent example of the Carolina Farmhouse Style that was brought from the West Indies and made popular from the Colonial period up to the Civil War.

The house was designed by John J. Cole and was constructed utilizing the labor of his enslaved. Built for his young bride, Esther Caroline Corley, the house was a beloved retreat for the family allowing

them to escape the heat, insects, and disease of the plantation and to socialize with other planter families during the balmy summer months.

The Cole-Heyward House site, with its original slave cabin and reproduced summer kitchen, is also named for the Heyward family who owned the home from the early 1880s until 1998. The family of George Cuthbert Heyward, grandson of one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Heyward Jr., was the first Heyward family to reside in the home. The Heyward house has been virtually untouched by time; not much has changed, materially speaking, over the past 179 years.

Because of its well-preserved condition, the Heyward House is now an Official Project of the Save America’s Treasures Program, a public-private partnership between the White House Millennium Council and the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Operated by the Historic Bluffton Foundation, the house-museum also acts as the official Welcome Center for the Town of Bluffton.

PARKING: The town’s new parking at Wright Family Park, adjacent to the Heyward House on Green Street

HOURS: Monday - Friday: 10am-5pm Saturday: 10am-4pm

Visit www.historicblufftonsc.com for more information.

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1. Oysters contain more zinc than any other food. Zinc is necessary for proper growth and development, strengthens the immune system and promotes healing.

2. Oysters are heart healthy.They are high in omega – 3 fatty acids, potassium and magnesium which can help reduce your risk of heart attack, stroke and lower blood pressure.

3. Oysters can help you lose weight! They are low in calories, low in fat and a good source of protein which makes you feel fuller after eating.

4. Oysters are a good source of other essential nutrients. These include vitamins A, E, and C, zinc, iron, calcium, selenium, and vitamin B12.

5. Oysters can help improve your energy. They are a good source of iron which helps the body transport oxygen to individual cells giving you more energy.

6. Oysters can help lower your cholesterol. A study done by the University of Washington found that eating oysters can help raise the HDLs (good cholesterol levels) and lower the LDL’s (bad cholesterol levels).

Other interesting tidbits about oysters:

Oysters taste better in cooler weather. Spawning, which occurs in the warmer months of May, June, July and August, affects the taste. They are not bad in the warmer month, just not as tasty as in the cooler months.

Oysters are considered to be an aphrodisiac. American and Italian researchers found that they were rich in amino acids which trigger increased

levels of sex hormones. Their high zinc content aids the production of testosterone.

Oysters can be safely eaten in non “R” months. The rule of thumb before refrigeration was not to eat oysters in months whose names have no “R”. This would be May through August when the hot weather would not allow for safe storage of the oysters. Thankfully, for all us oyster lovers, refrigeration makes it possible to eat them all year round!

Oysters can contain harmful bacteria. Be sure of your source! Oysters are filter feeders meaning that they concentrate anything present in the surrounding water. In the gulf coast area, there would occasionally be warnings (after heavy rains causing the potential for water contamination), not to eat the bay seafood.

Shucking (opening) oysters is a competitive sport. Shucking oyster competitions are held worldwide. There is even a Guinness World Oyster Opening Championship in Galway, Ireland.

Eating oysters is environmentally friendly. They are on the Seafood Watch list as a “best choice”. This means that seafood in this category is abundant, well-managed and caught or farmed in environmentally friendly ways.

I knew I liked oysters – now I have other reasons besides just the taste! How about you – are you an oyster lover?

Holiday Happenings In The Lowcountry

BEAUFORT

A Night On The Town. Downtown Beaufort businesses stay open late Friday, Dec. 2; For info visit www.downtownbeaufort.com

Light Up The Night Boat Parade, Dec. 3 at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park presented by Main Street Beaufort, USA and The Beaufort Sail & Power Squadron. For more information call 525-6644.

Beaufort’s Annual Christmas Parade Sunday December 4th @ 3pm, Free Family Fun, Boundary, Carteret & Bay Streets, Historic Beaufort SC

Sea Island Gullah Christmas/Gullah Taste of Christmas & Rice Cook off. Show off your culinary skill and prepare the rice dish for which are known. Saturday, Dec 3rd 11AM-4PM. Visit www. gullahkinfolktravelingtheater.org for more information on the Sea Island Gullah Celebration December 1-4, 2022

BLUFFTON

Bluffton’s Tree Lighting ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m., December 2nd, at Martin Family Park followed by Santa’s Workshop at DuBois Park’s Pavilion. The movie, “Elf,” will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Martin Family Park. Please bring blankets and/or chairs. Visit townofbluffton.sc.gov for more information.

Annual Bluffton Christmas Parade, Saturday December 3rd at 10 a.m. through Bluffton’s Historic District.

HILTON HEAD ISLAND

Santa & Shopping Day Friday, November 25th. Join us for a day-after-Thanksgiving “Santa and Shopping Day” with specials and sales throughout the harbour shops and restaurants at the Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina. Santa will arrive at 12 noon until 2:30 p.m. at the Neptune Statue for children to share their Christmas list and take photos! Additional kids activities from 11 a.m.2:30 p.m.

Holiday Boat Lights Display through December 31st. Take a stroll through our version of a winter wonderland, as Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina transforms into a colorful affair. For more info visit www. sheltercovehiltonhead.com/events-news.

RIDGELAND

Holiday Festival of Music & Lights. Dec 1st - 24th @ 6-9pm. Blue Heron Nature Trail, I-95 Exit 21 10,000 lights illuminate dozens of displays along the trail.

Christmas Night on Main. Dec 20th starting at 6pm 10688 S. Jacob Smart Blvd. Ridgeland, SC

SAVANNAH

Savannah’s Boat Parade Of Lights Sat, Nov 26, 7 – 9 PM - Dozens of vessels decorated in holiday cheer will parade the Riverfront at 7pm.

Holiday Tree Lighting Thursday, December 1st, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm. Telfair Museums, 121 Barnard Street.

POOLER

Holiday Fall Festival in the Park Saturday, December 3rd. 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm, 305 W. Collins Street -Pooler, GA

HARDEEVILLE

3rd annual Battle of the Badges on Tuesday, November 15 The first pitch will be thrown at 6:00 PM in the Richard Gray Sports Complex. This event is FREE and open to the public. Hardeeville Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department @ (843) 227-4089

Hardeeville Christmas Tree Lighting December 3rd. @ 5:30. at 205 Main Street Hardeeville. For more info visit www. hardeevillesc.gov

CHARLESTON

Lights Up Saturday, November 19, AT 6 PM – 8 PM, Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre.

Annual Christmas Light Parade. December 10th. The festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. with a spectacular Pyrotecnico fireworks show, immediately followed by the start of the parade at Live Oak Dr. headed south ending at Patriots Point Rd.

EDISTO

Annual Edisto Beach Christmas Parade December 11th at 2 PM 100-600 Palmetto Blvd., Edisto Beach, SC

WALTERBORO

Walterboro Christmas Parade. December 1st @ 6:30 PM. The night time parade will travel down Hampton & East Washington Streets! Watch the tree lighting at City Hall at 5:30 then stay for the parade right after!

Tips to Help Families Manage Holiday Stress

Family Features

• Manage expectations. The commotion that often comes with the holiday season can be stressful for young children, but you can help alleviate worries by familiarizing them with what’s to come. Talk to them about upcoming travel arrangements, who they’ll see at events and what to expect throughout the season. If they are cautious in their current developmental stage, let loved ones know beforehand to give them a little extra space at festivities. Parents can also begin familiarizing little ones with relatives through photos and phone calls.

• Empower children. It’s important for children to understand they have a choice - and family members are willing to respect that choice. Parents should acknowledge their children’s body language and empower them to say “no” in uncomfortable situations. Parents can help by proactively asking questions such as, “Do you want a hug?” and if they say “no,” support them in their decision. This also helps establish healthy long-term social skills.

• Maintain your schedule. Children thrive on consistency, and during the holidays it’s important to at least try maintaining as much of what they’re used to as possible, such as naps, meals and playtime. Changes in schedule can result in more tantrums, so be sure to allow space for them to safely work through their emotions.

It’s also important to note that children feed off their parents’ energy, so make sure you’re in tune with your own emotions. When overwhelmed, openly discuss how you’re feeling and involve your children when taking breaks. For example, “It’s loud in here, would you like to go sit outside with me?”

• Have fun. Make time to spread joy and integrate activities to bond as a family, such as reading holiday-themed books, crafting, playing games, singing or baking. Whether old traditions or new, these are moments your child can cherish for years to come.

• Keep others in mind. While it’s important to set children up for success ahead of the holidays, parents should also teach children the holiday season can look different for others. Putting a focus on experiences rather than the gifts can help them have more to discuss with their peers when returning to school. It’s also a good time to consider donating toys to make room for new ones or volunteering at a local charity to show children joy can be experienced through more than just gifts.

‘Tis the season for holiday parties, travel, hosting and more. While it is a joyous time of year, the never-ending to-do lists and school being out of session can make everyone feel a little overwhelmed, children included.

Homemade Cinnamon Eggnog Served with Sugar Cookies

Recipe by Janice Crosby

Ingredients:

2 cups whole milk

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

6 large egg yolks

½ cup sugar

1 cup heavy cream

Garnish

1/4 cup raw sugar, for optional rim

2 Tbls ground cinnamon, for optional rim

Cinnamon stick Whipped cream (optional)

Alcohol (optional) I use Amaretto

View my cookie recipe online at www.coastaldelightsmag.com

Directions: Separate egg yolks from the whites in a small bowl.*

In a small saucepan, combine milk, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla, bringing to a simmer.

In a medium mixing bowl, combine egg yolks and sugar. Whisk for 2-3 minutes or until they pale in color.

Begin by adding a very small amount of the heated milk mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Do not add the hot milk too quickly or it will cook the eggs.

AVOCADO TOAST (Easy Vegan Breafast)

Recipe by Julianne

Ingredients:

1 avocado

2 slices of Toast

Vegan Parmesan diced tomatoes

Directions: Just cut your avocado in half, remove the pit, use a butter knife to cube the avocado right in the shell, and then squeeze out the cubes directly onto your toast. Top with Vegan Parmesan and diced tomatoes. Yum!!

Continue until it is all incorporated. Return to saucepan and cook over medium heat until slightly thick and mixture coats the back of a spoon. Do not boil. Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream. Chill before serving.

Rim you glass with cinnamon sugar: In a small dish mix the raw sugar and ground cinnamon to a uniform color and pour a small amount of amaretto(optional) into another small dish. Dip the glass rim into the amaretto then roll it into the cinnamon sugar.

In a cocktail shaker, pour the eggnog and amaretto in shaker. Fill with ice and shake.

Strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and dusting of freshly grated nutmeg.

To serve, add whipped cream, ground cinnamon, cinnamon stick or star anise if desired. If you’d like to add alcohol, stir in 1/2 a shot or ounce per cup, stir well.

ENJOY!

Turkey Noodle Casserole

Recipe by Cindy Handy

Seasonal and Holiday Recipe Exchange

Ingredients:

1 can Cream of Chicken or Mushroom Soup (Regular or Fat Free)

1/2 cup milk

1/2 cup sour cream

1 pkg (10 oz) frozen California style mixed Vegetables (chunky)

8-12 oz. turkey, cooked & shredded (or leftover cooked turkey) ****

2 cups medium egg noodles, cooked & drained

2 TB dry bread crumbs

1 TB butter, melted

1/2 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp rosemary 1/2 tsp pepper

2 TB Parmesan cheese fresh rosemary sprig (if available)

Directions: Stir the soup, milk, sour cream, vegetables,

Sweet Potato Pecan

Recipe by Kimberly Holt

Ingredients:

oregano, rosemary, pepper, chicken and noodles in a sprayed 1-1/2-quart casserole dish. Mix the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and butter in a small bowl ~ sprinkle crumb mixture on top of the chicken in dish. Top with rosemary sprig.

Bake at 400 for 20-30 minutes or until the chicken mixture is hot and bubbling. Serves 4-6

NOTE: *** If you simmer the chicken in water (to cover) to cook it, you can save the broth to make soup another night. I usually cook 1-2 lbs. chicken and also save half of the chicken to use another night too ~ usually to make Chicken Gumbo or Chicken Tortilla soup.

Salad

1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into medium dice Olive oil or coconut oil

Fresh Spinach or Spring Mix Kosher Salt Roasted Pecans

Directions: Heat oil in pan on medium heat. Toss the diced sweet potatoes for about

10 minutes. Put your spinach or spring mix in the pan for 2 minutes just to coat and mix well. Garnish with the pecan and season with salt.

do’s & don’ts

Check Them Off As You Go!

o DRINK EGG NOG (pg 18) o BAKE COOKIES o SECRET SANTA o DONATE TOYS o FAMILY GAME NIGHT o MAIL CHRISTMAS CARDS o PAJAMA DAY o ADVENT CALENDAR o DELIVER TREATS o MAKE GINGERBREAD HOUSE o DRIVE TO SEE LIGHTS o WRAP A PRESENT o GO TO MIDNIGHT MASS o LIVE NATIVITY SCENE o HOLIDAY MOVIE MARATHON o ACT OF KINDNESS o CHRISTMAS PARTY o TAKE FAMILY PHOTO o DECORATE TREE o READ UNDER LIGHTS o MAKE PAPER SNOWFLAKES o WATCH A CHRISTMAS PARADE o PILLOW FIGHT o MAKE AN ORNAMENT o DECORATE HOME o EAT CANDY CANE o MAKE CHRISTMAS LIST o WRITE A LETTER TO SANTA

o SETUP NATIVITY SCENE o WEAR SANTA HAT o HELP SOMEONE IN NEED o BRING TREATS TO NEIGHBOR o ATTEND TREE LIGHTING o READ CHRISTMAS BOOK o DONATE TO FOOD BANK o HOST A DINNER o CUT DOWN A CHRISTMAS TREE o MAKE S’MORES o SNUGGLE o HANG STOCKINGS o MAKE POPCORN GARLAND o BUILD SNOWMAN o COOKIES FOR SANTA o GO SHOPPING o GO ICE SKATING o WATCH ‘ELF o RELAX BY FIRE OUT & SING o CANDY CANE HUNT o WATCH “HOME ALONE o DONATE TO FAMILY IN NEED o ATTEND XMAS SERVICE o DONATE YOUR TIME o MAKE A WREATH o MAKE A NEW RECIPE o WEAR XMAS SOCKS o MAKE PEPPERMINT BARK

o PLAY IN SNOW o FIND PEACE o PUT STAR ON TREE o PAY IT FORWARD o WEAR MATCHING PUS o MAKE REINDEER FOOD o SING CHRISTMAS CAROLS o WHITE ELEPHANT GIFT EXC. o READ A HOLIDAY BOOK o CHRISTMAS CRAFT o COLLECT PINECONES o KISS UNDER MISTLETOE o RELAX BY FIREPLACE o MAKE A HOLIDAY PLAYLIST o SEE THE NUTCRACKER o CAMP OUT BY TREE o MAKE SNOW ANGELS o WEAR UGLY SWEATER o DRINK HOT COCOA o MAKE DINNER AS A FAMILY o DELIVER TREATS TO A NEIGHBOR o DONATE TO TOYS FOR TOTS o WRAP GIFTS o DO A GOOD DEED FOR SOMEONE o MAKE A HOMEMADE GIFT o DRINK HOT COCOA o CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST o HAVE FUN

Special for Coastal Delights Magazine Recipe by Elise “The Diva Chef” Visit www.EliseTheDivaChef.com

Ingredients:

4 ounces butter, softened

2 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes

2 cups granulated sugar

1 small can (5 ounces, about 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons) evaporated milk

1 teaspoon vanilla

3 eggs, beaten

1 1/2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice

2 prepared pie shells, unbaked

Directions: Mix butter, potatoes, sugar and evaporated milk until well blended. Add vanilla, eggs, and pumpkin pie spice mix well. Pour into the prepared pie shells. Bake in a 350° oven for about 1 hour, until set. *Garnish each slice with freshly ground cinnamon, and fresh mint sprig. Yield: 2 pies.

Elise M. Harris aka “The Diva Chef” is a Celebrity Chef, TV Personality, and Nutrition and Wellness Expert. best known for her appearances on Hell’s Kitåchen Season 9 (last woman left standing), Bravo’s Apres Ski, NBC Food Fighters and most recently, Hell’s Kitchen All Stars 2017.

This easy Divalicious pie recipe is full of flavor made from fresh sweet potatoes.

10 Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating

By Greta Macaire, R.D.

The holiday season is a time to celebrate with family and friends. Unfortunately, for many it also becomes a time for over-eating and weight gain. According to the National Institutes of Health, holiday eating can result in an extra pound or two every year. Over a lifetime, holiday weight gain can really add up. The holidays don’t have to mean weight gain. Focus on a healthy balance of food, activity, and fun. By implementing a few simple tips you can stay healthy through the holiday season.

1. Be realistic. Don’t try to lose pounds during the holidays, instead try to maintain your current weight.

2. Plan time for exercise. Exercise helps relieve holiday stress and prevent weight gain. A moderate and daily increase in exercise can help partially offset increased holiday eating. Try 10or 15-minute brisk walks twice a day.

3. Don’t skip meals. Before leaving for a party, eat a light snack like raw vegetables or a piece of fruit to curb your appetite. You will be less tempted to over-indulge.

4. Survey party buffets before filling your plate. Choose your favorite foods and skip your least favorite. Include vegetables and fruits to keep your plate balanced.

5. Eat until you are satisfied, not stuffed. Savor your favorite holiday treats while

eating small portions. Sit down, get comfortable, and enjoy.

6. Be careful with beverages. Alcohol can lessen inhibitions and induce overeating; non-alcoholic beverages can be full of calories and sugar.

7. If you overeat at one meal go light on the next. It takes 500 calories per day (or 3,500 calories per week) above your normal/maintenance consumption to gain one pound. It is impossible to gain weight from one piece of pie!

8. Take the focus off food. Turn candy and cookie making time into nonedible projects like making wreaths, dough art decorations or a gingerbread house. Plan group activities with family and friends that aren’t all about food. Try serving a holiday meal to the community, playing games or going on a walking tour of decorated homes.

9. Bring your own healthy dish to a holiday gathering.

10. Practice Healthy Holiday Cooking. Preparing favorite dishes lower in fat and calories will help promote healthy holiday eating.

Enjoy the holidays, plan a time for activity, incorporate healthy recipes into your holiday meals, and don’t restrict yourself from enjoying your favorite holiday foods. In the long run, your mind and body will thank you.

Coastal Delights Business Listing

RestauRants/Cafe/food:

Sisters Real Southern Cooking

Savannah, GA -Skidaway 912-335-2761

Govan’s Sports, Blues & Soul Food Fairax, SC 803-632-6006

BareFoot Farm St. Helena, SC 843-838-7421

GNC Bluffton, SC 843-757-4414

GNC Beaufort, SC 843-522-3330

Jah’Lion Grill & Bar Beaufort SC 843-379-9976

Luther’s Rare & Well Done Downtown Beaufort, SC 843-521-1888

The Lunch Lady Ridgeland, SC- Riverwalk Blvd 843-645-6331

Upper Room Cafe Beaufort, SC 843-521-0122

Fiddler’s Seafood Ridgeland, SC 843-726-6691

Albany General Store/Cafe Dale, SC 843-846-2560

Sandies at The Gullah Jazz Cafe Beaufort, SC 843-986-1102

Cheers Liquors Hardeeville, SC 843-784-2320

Cheers Liquors Beaufort, SC 843- 379-9100

Cakes by Liz Ridgeland, SC 843-717-8489

Diced Pineapple Beaufort, SC 843-599-5041

Ms Polly’s Cake Giants Savannah, GA 912-335-2124

Ms Polly’s Cake Giants Pooler, GA 912-988-1458

Williams Seafood Walterbor, SC 843-549-5847

Ruby Lee’s Sports, Blues & Soul Food Hilton Head, SC 843-715-2122

/ enteRtainment/aRt GalleRy:

Blue Heron Nature Center Ridgeland, SC 843-726-7611

Lowcountry Living Room Yemessee, SC 843-384-9650

Cancer Thrift Store Beaufort, SC 843-524-3100

Drake Custom Audio Ridgeland 843-645-5588

Penn Center St Helena, SC 843-838-2432

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Quench IV Hydration Beaufort, SC 843-263-5740

Ultimate Gloss Paint & Body Beaufort, SC 843-812-0685

Safe Hands Discount Tires Beaufort, SC 843-379-3888

Palma Enterprises

Serving The Surrounding Areas 843-505-7462

Law Office of Clifford Bush, III Beaufort, SC 843-379-9500

AutoGlass Masters

Marshel’s Wright Donaldson Home for Funerals

Serving The Surrounding Areas 843-521-7864

Serving The Surrounding Areas 843-525-6625

Savannah Auto Sales Savannah, GA 912-436-6121

Josie’s Flower Barn

Josie’s Creative Designs

Wiggins Best Portable Buildings

Snelgrove’s HVAC

Serving The Surrounding Areas 843-782-3669

Serving The Surrounding Areas 843-645-2121

Serving The Surrounding Areas 843-538-5269

Serving Colleton County 843-906-6336

Walterboro Ford Walterboro, SC 843-549-5581

Mr Magic Detail Shop Walterboro, SC 843-782-3239

GETTING AROUND THE LOWCOUNTRY

It’s easy to get to beautiful Beaufort County - just a short drive from I-95 or US 17. Both roads run north-south along the east coast of the United States and connect to other interstates and major highways.

Driving south on US 17, exit onto US 21 at Gardens Corner and enjoy the scenic marsh views going approximately 20 miles east into the downtown Beaufort area.

Driving south on I-95, take Exit 33 at Point South and connect to US 21 for a direct route into the center of Beaufort. Driving north on I-95, take Exit 8 onto US 278 toward Hilton Head Island and directly into the Bluffton area and the southern part of Beaufort County. This route connects to SC 170, across the Broad River into the city of Beaufort in the northern part of the county.