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Savor the Coast Food Tours
Clay and Aimie Barton are the founders of Savor the Coast, a guided walking food tour in downtown Ocean Springs that showcases locally owned restaurants, Gulf Coast flavors, and the stories that shape the community. Through curated experiences, they aim to connect guests to the culture, people, and spirit of the Gulf Coast.
“We saw an opportunity to connect visitors and locals to the community through its restaurants, while creating a social, experience-driven way to explore the city,” Clay explains.
The tour is perfect for people looking to not just eat at a restaurant but experience their meal. Guests move at an easy pace through downtown all while enjoying great food, conversations, and a shared experience that feels like exploring with friends.
“We specialize in introducing guests to unexpected favorites—dishes they may not have ordered on their own but quickly come to love,” Clay says.
Savor the Coast has big plans for the future. “We’re grateful to be part of a community like Ocean Springs and to work alongside so many locally owned and small businesses. As we grow, we’re excited to expand with additional routes and explore opportunities in nearby communities like Biloxi and Bay St. Louis, while continuing to celebrate what makes the Gulf Coast unique.”
Downtown Ocean Springs 228.888.6877 www.savorthecoast.com Facebook and Instagram @SavorTheCoast
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