The Seaside Neighborhood School is one of the top charter schools not only in the state of Florida, but in the country. It was conceptualized in 1995 by my neighbors, the Buzzett’s, along with concerned citizens, and created in 1996 before my permanent move to the area in 1998. My children were fortunate enough to have their…
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by Gabi Garrett As the sunset painted the sky shades of purple and orange hues, South Walton locals and visitors alike gathered on a postcard perfect Friday night for an event to remember. It was a balmy November evening on the deck overlooking the Gulf at WaterColor Inn, and the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation…
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I have lived along the Gulf Coast for most of my life and in the Florida Panhandle for the last two decades. With that, I am passionate about our coastal food and where it comes from. Though already writing, in 2011 I started this blog, 30AEats.com, after the BP oil spill so that I could…
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Chef Dan Pettis of One20 A Modern Bistro in Niceville, one of our favorite Gulf Coast Restaurants, is hosting a 1 Year Anniversary Party for his sister restaurant, Fuel, as well as the the Emerald Coast Autism Center. “We are honored to celebrate the one year anniversary of both Fuel and the ECAC. Myself and…
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Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation presents the 22nd annual Concerts in the Village extended into Fall 2017 for a celebration of local bands and musicians! Gates open at 6pm and the show starts at 7pm. Bring your chair, picnic and friends and enjoy the night. MKAF Concerts in the Village FALL SERIES – A Celebration of Local Bands/Musicians Sept. 14:…
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The 4th annual Wharf Uncorked Food & Wine Festival, presented by Wind Creek Atmore, welcomed nearly 1,000 visitors, and, a total of $20,357.57 was raised for Make-A-Wish® Alabama – an organization devoted to granting wishes to children statewide with life-threatening medical conditions. During the Grand Tasting on Saturday, some of Alabama Gulf Coast’s finest chefs…
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Bay Breeze Patio has announced the panel of honorary judges for the Fourth Annual Eggs on the Beach Cooking Competition set for September 30th at Seascape Resort. They include Shane Quinlan, the Chef de Cuisine at Emeril’s Coastal Italian; Chef Giovanni Filippone of Vue on 30A; Chef Dominic Damiano of Clemenza’s, Fat Clemenza’s and Mama Clemenza’s;…
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Harvest Wine & Food Festival, scheduled for November 2 – 5 in WaterColor is shaping up to be South Walton’s hottest new event. Produced by Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF), Harvest Wine & Food Festival will provide patrons the opportunity to sip and savor some of the world’s finest wine and culinary selections while…
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Sold Out 6-18 The Gulf Okaloosa Island announces The Gulf Chef Series event featuring three-time James Beard Award semi-finalist for Best Chef in the South, Chef Derek Emerson. All proceeds generated from the tickets will benefit Feeding the Gulf Coast’s Backpack Program, which helps meet the needs of chronically hungry children by providing them with…
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Scroll to the end to enter! Hurry! I’m excited and honored to be the queen of LuLu’s Destin inaugural Birds of Paradise Mardi Gras Ball presented by Krewe De Lu Roux! It is this Saturday, February 25, at 7 p.m. Come join me and dress in island elegance to enjoy a festive evening with live…
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Broker Associate Hannah Martin of The Premier Property Group is ready to celebrate what has become one of the beat ways to celebrate a birthday… by inspiring others to make a difference. Martin’s annual birthday bash, La Lumière: A Masquerade Affair, benefits Special Olympics of Florida Walton County and will take place this Friday, February 10,…
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Grab your beads and let’s party! I’ll see you at Lulu’s inaugural Birds of Paradise Mardi Gras Ball, presented by Krewe De Lu Roux, on Saturday, February 25 at their Destin location, 4607 Legendary Marina Drive, Destin, Florida 32541. The festive occasion will be outfitted with a delicious buffet dinner with a freshly prepared menu unique…
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