National Shrimp Day, which was established to honour America’s favourite seafood, comes on May 10. Coastal Mississippi has compiled a number of ways tourists may celebrate throughout the whole month. For lovers of seafood, the area offers a variety of unique experiences, from discovering your own fresh catch to learning about the history of the seafood business. The region produces over three-fourths of the country’s domestic prawns.
As the director of communications and engagement at Coastal Mississippi Tourism, Pattye Meagher said, “It’s always a good time to eat delicious Coastal Mississippi shrimp, but National Shrimp Day and the entire month of May is an exciting time to celebrate our Coastal Mississippi shrimping heritage through our nationally renowned culinary scene, annual events and most importantly, the start of the shrimping season.” To kick off the summer and let visitors enjoy the finest of our prime seafood location, we are thrilled to welcome new and returning visitors to the area.
You’ll find the ideal location to celebrate National Shrimp Day in Coastal Mississippi this May: You can indulge in Gulf-to-table cuisine while visiting the many diverse towns along 62 miles of coastline, from Ocean Springs or Biloxi, formerly known as the “Seafood Capital of the World,” to quaint towns like Pass Christian and Bay St. Louis:
Restaurants Serving Fresh and Award-Winning Seafood
One of the nicest things about visiting the Gulf Coast is the abundance of fresh seafood, particularly the exquisite prawns. Ninety percent of species in the Gulf of Mexico lay their eggs in the Mississippi Sound, and the area provides 69 percent of the country’s domestic prawn production. While there are countless options for favourite seafood restaurants, tourists should take into account these recent and
Award-winning establishments:
On the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Captain Al’s Steak & Shrimp is the place to go for ‘The Original’ surf & turf. Here, steak and shrimp take centre stage in everything they offer, including their bloody marys. Since 1993, finest steaks and prawns have been the focus of Captain Al’s, which has become a family tradition. Order the Shrimp Blast Bloody Mary if you’re feeling daring; this extravagant drink comes with a dozen shrimp.
Shrimp lovers will love Beach Blvd Steamer, which is close to Island View Casino & Resort. It’s hardly surprising that this restaurant has gotten great appreciation from its customers given the variety of meals it offers, including the highly sought Royal Red Shrimp, which is only harvested at depths of up to 3,000 feet.
Bacchus on the Bayou, a restaurant in Ocean Springs that serves delectable Cajun food with a Mississippi Gulf Coast flair, just opened its doors in March. Bacchus offers everything to please your palate, from handmade cocktails, the freshest seafood and oysters, to their famed pork chop.
The Grilled Blackened Shrimp Tacos at Sea Level in Pass Christian are ready to be coupled with ice-cold drinks for the ultimate toes-in-the-sand experience.
The BBQ Shrimp at Thorny Oyster in Bay St. Louis float in a delightful soup of lemon, Worcestershire and crushed black pepper if you prefer your crustaceans with a kick. You may also have their renowned bouillabaisse, which includes prawns, clams, mussels and fried bread.
Other yearly events include the blessing of the fleet.
May heralds the start of the countdown to many of the area’s most eagerly anticipated yearly events; whether visitors are seeking for family-friendly activities, spectacular views of the coast’s boats, or more, Coastal Mississippi is prepared to offer. The yearly celebrations in May include:
The Annual Blessing of the Fleet, which started in 1929, celebrates the start of the fishing season for prawn fishermen and invokes a safe and fruitful season as a way to honour Biloxi’s culture, tradition, and legacy. A stunning display of ships will be seen to the whole coast on May 28 as a variety of boats gather at the west end of the Biloxi Channel and start to march east.
The 37th Annual Gorenflo’s Cobia Tournament, which offers cash prizes and fishing opportunities for all skill levels, starts on May 20 for sport fisherman who want to experience the greatest fishing on the Gulf Coast.
The Annual Pirate Day in the Bay, which is in its seventh year and is geared towards friends and families, is a two-day celebration that begins on May 19 with an adult bar crawl and a treasure hunt. Families may also take part in a cardboard boat race, children’s strolling procession, pirate costume contest, and more on day two.
Travellers may take a seat on the War Memorial Park lawn in Pass Christian for Jazz in the Pass on May 28 from 12 to 8 p.m. to hear live jazz music wafting over the Mississippi Sound. What’s best? Everyone may attend for free!
The Annual Jeepin the Coast will be held across the destination from May 31 to June 4 to wrap up the month. This five-day gathering welcomes all jeepers to the Gulf Coast to explore the stunning soft sand beaches, take in the breathtaking vistas, and take part in a weekend jam-packed with activities including live entertainment and scavenger hunts.
Discover the history of the seafood industry and the coastal waters
Without taking in the sunshine and pure air of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, a journey to coastal Mississippi would be incomplete. Through educational, entertaining excursions guided by seasoned boat captains or by visiting a number of specialised museums and cultural centres, visitors will discover a variety of methods to learn about the rich history and culture of life on the water in Coastal Mississippi.
Visitors may go on their own shrimping excursion with the Biloxi Shrimping Trip. Passengers receive instruction on how to establish a prawn net properly and learn about each marine animal that comes into contact with it. The Sailfish, captained by Captain Mike Moore, celebrates 70 on May 8. Starting on May 1, the Biloxi Shrimping Trip will begin its “70 Days of Giveaway,” where guests may take part in special prize drawings all summer long.
The nautical & Seafood Industry Museum was founded in 1986 with the intention of preserving and interpreting the nautical heritage and history of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The museum’s amazing collection of images, artefacts, and displays illustrate the narrative of Gulf Coast culture.
Get on board the Biloxi Schooner for a peaceful voyage around the Biloxi Beachfront. It is an accurate recreation of a Biloxi oyster schooner sailing experience. With a qualified captain and crew, up to 44 persons may explore The Secret Coast in this distinctive style.
Source: euronews