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Modica Markets Marvelous New M Soda in Seaside, Florida
The news is out that Modica Market has a line of new flavorful sodas, and based on the sales during spring break, they are quite popular. Charlie Modica says, “We sold out! I received the very first shipment just days before spring break and it flew out of the refrigerator case in just two weeks.” [...]
2nd Annual Artful Night Under the Stars Gala Will Dazzle
The 2nd Annual Artful Night Under the Stars gala is already one of the most talked about events on 30A. If you love art, auctions, delectable food, and people-watching- this event is for you! Held April 27th, 2013 from 7-10 pm at the beautiful V Seagrove, this gala is sure to sell out fast. Sip [...]
Culinary Expert Diane Henderiks Featured At Sandestin Wine Festival
The Sandestin Wine Festival, one of the top wine festivals in the country, will host healthy eating expert Diane Henderiks as a presenting chef at its 2013 Spring event held April 18-21, 2013. The Sandestin Wine Festival is known as the “Kentucky Derby of Wine Festivals.” It will be a picture perfect event complete with [...]
Flatpicking Guitar Magazine Presents Improvisation Workshop for Guitar & Mandolin in Downtown Pensacola
An Approach to Improvisation on Guitar and Mandolin Thursday, April 18, 2013 Tim May and Dan Miller (co-authors of the popular eight volume Flatpicking Essentials Guitar Course and the instructional DVD “An Approach to Improvisation”), will conduct a hands-on, all-level Guitar and Mandolin Improvisation Workshop to be held in Downtown Pensacola, Thursday April 18, 2013 from [...]
Pandora’s Steakhouse of Grayton Beach & Spring Music Schedule
Proud to be the Emerald Coast’s oldest family owned and operated steakhouse, Pandora’s Steakhouse has been serving locals and visitors since 1978. Offering the finest choice heavy western beef and the freshest local seafood, Pandora’s Steakhouse offers dinner at two locations, Okaloosa Island and Grayton Beach. Open Tuesday- Sunday, Pandora’s of Grayton Beach’s nightly live [...]
South Walton’s First Movie Theater Opens March 28 & With A Gourmet Menu
Those living in the South Walton area have eagerly been watching and waiting for the announcement for the opening of the Carmike Cinema at Grand Boulevard. At long last, the time has come for the new Carmike’s Boulevard 10 theater to open its doors next Thursday with a special midnight premiere of the film “GI [...]
Spring Power Foods & Roasted Spring Vegetables
Today is the first day of Spring and I am ready to celebrate! Having one home form college right now, and the other arriving Friday for Spring Break has been a lot of fun; it also has required me to make a few requested favorite family meals again. Spring brings lots of healthy produce, including some of [...]
Pensacola Fish House Chef Jim Shirley, McGuire’s and Joe Patti’s Seafood Featured on Emeri’s Florida & Shrimp + Grits A Ya Ya Recipe
The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) is proud to present this week’s Emeril’s Florida. On Sunday’s show, celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse will feature restaurants in Pensacola. “This unique series, hosted by Chef Emeril, gives viewers the chance to experience some of the best food Florida has to offer,” said Carol Dover, President and CEO [...]
South Walton: Shop Like A Local Chef – Ed Reese of Edward’s Fine Food & Wine Shares His Secrets
Every Southerner should know that one of the simplest ways to save money and still eat well is to buy in season. It still pays to buy local even in this economy, and my Saturday stop on 30-A is the Seaside Farmers Market, or Palafox Market in Downtown Pensacola. The majority of eggs, dairy, breads [...]
30A Wine Festival- Alys Beach, March 9 & 10, 2013
Wine lovers won’t want to miss the 2nd Annual 30A Wine Festival featuring fine wines, delectable cuisine and live music all in a beautiful beach setting. The 30AEATS.com co-sponsored event benefits Children’s Volunteer Health Network. All wonderful reasons to spend a weekend at the beach! The festival is a two-day event, March 9 & 10, [...]
Charlie’s Donut Truck, Alys Beach – The “Hole” Truth
There is much-awaited anticipation for the spring to arrive on 30A, as that is when all of the restaurants are back open for business, with tourists and locals like myself in culinary heaven once again. Many eating establishments take a break when school begins in the fall, or right after the Christmas season ends. One [...]
Orange Leaf – Seacrest 30A
Though cooler temperatures have descended upon us this weekend, warm and unpredictable Gulf Coast weather tends to make locals and tourists long for something icy and cold to cool down with. Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt meets those needs with its array of delicious and decadent frozen treats. Located in the Merchants of Seacrest Beach on [...]
