Ten Tools You Need to Outfit a Southern Kitchen

South Carolina shrimping is more than an industry - it’s a coastal tradition connecting generations of watermen. “Shrimp Gate” revealed that many Charleston restaurants falsely labeled imported shrimp as local, highlighting challenges for genuine shrimpers. Supporting wild-caught, local shrimp protects heritage, sustains coastal economies, and safeguards ecosystems. By choosing transparency and buying direct from trusted sources, diners help preserve both the flavor and the future of South Carolina’s shrimping legacy.

The Flats Bastard from Toadfish redefines inshore finesse fishing for spin anglers. Engineered for ultra-light lures and stealthy presentations, this rod bridges the gap between spinning and fly gear, letting anglers target tailing reds, bonefish, and other prized flats species with precision. Paired with the Carbon Elite II reel and our new 8lb Braid, this combo delivers unmatched control, accuracy, and power - making spinning gear in skinny-water more effective than ever.

Toadfish has launched the Abalone Collection to support the restoration of critically endangered abalone and the kelp forests they help sustain. In partnership with the Santa Monica Bay Foundation, proceeds from every product in the collection fund hands-on restoration efforts. With abalone populations down over 99%, this initiative helps bring balance back to coastal ecosystems—one reef, one shell, and one product at a time.