For me, the association of a particular food with a certain place is a part of American culture. Whether it is lobster rolls at a roadside shack in Maine, a cheese steak sandwich in Philadelphia, sourdough bread in San Francisco or deep-dish pizza in Chicago, sampling local and traditional food is an important part of traveling and experiencing local history.
The connection between food and place was evident on a recent family trip south on I-95 en route to warmer weather. The need for refueling—both gas
and lunch—found us leaving the interstate at exit 57 in Walterboro, South Carolina. A billboard at the end of the exit ramp suggested Duke's Barbeque. Passing the typical gauntlet of golden arches, we followed the signs for the local treat. (Duke's Barbeque, 949 Robertson Blvd., Walterboro, S.C., 843-549-1446)
The connection between food and place was evident on a recent family trip south on I-95 en route to warmer weather. The need for refueling—both gas
and lunch—found us leaving the interstate at exit 57 in Walterboro, South Carolina. A billboard at the end of the exit ramp suggested Duke's Barbeque. Passing the typical gauntlet of golden arches, we followed the signs for the local treat. (Duke's Barbeque, 949 Robertson Blvd., Walterboro, S.C., 843-549-1446) Duke's offers a cafeteria selection of all-you-can-eat Southern flavors: $9 for adults; $5.50 for children ages 4-12; and children under 4 are free. The long line of self-serve chafing dishes are 
full of barbeque pork with a variety of sauces, hush puppies, fried corn, fried okra, baked beans and salads. Desserts included banana pudding, carrot cake, peach cobbler and much more. We enjoyed the lunch on several levels. Not only was it better than the typical fast-food, but the experience was one we won’t soon forget. We are still talking about the roll of paper towel and the loaf of white bread that were on every table, providing a homey and authentic touch.
Can you recommend a favorite local restaurant that showcases regional flavors and cuisine? Share your suggestions in the comments section below.
full of barbeque pork with a variety of sauces, hush puppies, fried corn, fried okra, baked beans and salads. Desserts included banana pudding, carrot cake, peach cobbler and much more. We enjoyed the lunch on several levels. Not only was it better than the typical fast-food, but the experience was one we won’t soon forget. We are still talking about the roll of paper towel and the loaf of white bread that were on every table, providing a homey and authentic touch.Can you recommend a favorite local restaurant that showcases regional flavors and cuisine? Share your suggestions in the comments section below.
Mary Billingsley is the director of media relations for Gozaic.com.
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