Fort Myers
Along Florida’s Gulf Coast, Fort Myers is renowned for its fresh-from-the-boat Gulf pink shrimp – plump, sweet, and celebrated as some of the finest in the world. Caught off nearby San Carlos Island, these shrimp are central to the area’s culinary scene, with a vibrant working waterfront that brings in daily catches. Foodies can indulge in classic peel-and-eat platters or gourmet takes on local favourites at waterfront restaurants like Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grill, Dixie Fish Co, or The Prawnbroker Restaurant and Pinchers Crab Shack. Each March Fort Myers even has its own Shrimp Festival, with the whole town coming together for a crustacean celebration with parade, shrimp eating contest and shrimp boil.
www.visitfortmyers.com
Virginia Beach
Nestled on the east coast of the United States, south of Washington, D.C., Virginia Beach is a vibrant city in Southeastern Virginia. It blends outdoor adventure, a rich history, and a thriving culinary scene.
With a shoreline stretching for 38 miles, Virginia Beach is not only a natural playground but also a prime destination for seafood lovers, with its waters home to a variety of fish and shellfish. Striped bass and tautog appear in winter, while cobia, red drum and croaker move in come spring. Summer brings softshell crabs, flounder, Spanish mackerel and king mackerel, and autumn rounds off the cycle with bluefish, speckled trout and black sea bass. The Virginia Aquarium’s Sensible Seafood Programme works with local restaurants and businesses to promote sustainable sourcing, while also offering dolphin and whale-watching trips and marine education initiatives.
Dockside Seafood Market & Fishing Centre provides daily catches and headboat fishing trips year-round, while Pleasure House Oysters invites visitors to sample the historic Lynnhaven oyster directly from the bay. At the cutting-edge Brock Environmental Centre, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Mobile Oyster Restoration Centre works towards transplanting 10 billion oysters to help restore the bay’s ecosystem. Together, these efforts reflect Virginia Beach’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, education and ocean-friendly practices.
The Bahamams
In The Bahamas, conch isn’t just food, it’s a cultural icon. This sweet, tender mollusc is locally and sustainably harvested from Bahamian waters and served fresh in everything from spicy conch salad to cracked conch and comforting stews. It’s the backbone of island cuisine and a must-try for any traveller looking to experience the true flavour of The Bahamas.
Skip the chains and eat like a local: in Nassau, beloved spots like Oh Andros in Arawak Cay and Drifters at Da’ Fish Fry serve up some of the island’s best conch dishes with a side of warm Bahamian hospitality. Over in Exuma, try Shirley’s at the Fish Fry or Big D’s Conch Spot, where the conch is pulled fresh from the sea and cracked to order. For a deeper taste of island life, The Bahamas’ People-to-People Programme lets visitors fish for conch with local hosts — a hands-on way to learn traditions, hear family stories, and connect with the culture beyond the plate.
Atlantic Canada
Food lovers will be spoilt for choice on a trip to Atlantic Canada, and there’s no better way to explore the culinary delights than through signature experiences delivered by friendly locals. Atlantic Canada – made up of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island – is a haven for fresh seafood, foraged produce and hearty, home-grown cuisine. From lobster feasts on Nova Scotia’s coast and traditional ‘boil-ups’ in Newfoundland and Labrador, to dining on the ocean floor in New Brunswick or sampling just-caught mussels and oysters at a charming harbour café in Prince Edward Island.
www.atlanticcanadaholiday.co.uk
Jersey
Experience the unique intertidal landscape of the Royal Bay of Grouville with The Oyster Trail, a guided walk led by local experts. Traverse the oyster and mussel beds, home to the largest oyster cultivation area in the British Isles - and learn about the island's shellfish industry, from its 19th-century origins to modern sustainable practices. The tour concludes with an optional tasting of fresh Jersey oysters at The Seymour Pub and Restaurant, situated near the very beds you explored. Tours last 2–3 hours and are available from May through September. Prices range from £13 to £25, and advance booking is required. From toes-in-the-sand meals to elegant fine dining, Jersey serves up lobster for every taste.
www.jersey.com
Ella Resorts
Álkyna Lifestyle Beach Resort is the newest adults-only resort to be added to the Ella Resorts portfolio, which opened in May 2025. Situated in the breathtaking landscape of Corfu, Álkyna offers adults a re-defined holiday experience with 349 rooms, suites, and villas with private pools to choose from, every guest can find their blissful state here.
Guests looking for a change from the resort's curated menus and variety of cuisines on offer are invited to enjoy their very own catch of the day and become immersed in the slow way of life through the traditional experiences on offer at the hotel. During a fishing experience, guests can take to the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea and learn the art of fishing aboard a Greek boat. Master the art of attaching the perfect bait and learn how to reel in your catch to ensure the fish makes it on the boat. Once the hard work of catching the fish is done, guests will be taught how to grill the fish to perfection right on board to truly capture the mouthwatering flavours of the ocean. With Greece being commonly sought after for its fresh seafood, this experience truly showcases how the country retains its status.
www.ellaresorts.com/corfu/alkyna-resort
