Restaurants
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.” [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Harbor Docks Sushi Rocks
For the last sixteen years I have traveled between Pensacola and 30A eating at many establishments along the way. Some kid friendly, others fine dining and dives, I certainly have a list of personal gems. Though I write food and travel stories and have a website devoted to food, I am always open to suggestions [...]
723 Whiskey Bravo Bistro & Bar- Cool, Casual & Coastal
The story of Seagrove’s 723 Whiskey Bravo Bistro & Bar is one of people coming together, beginning with the name itself. Owners Skip and Victoria Moore started off the second chapter of their lives with a bang by purchasing an airplane five years ago though neither one had a pilot’s license. They logged the necessary hours [...]
Florida Trend’s Golden Spoon Award Dining in South Walton, Destin, Panama City & Pensacola
If looking for the best dining options in the Panhandle, below is a short list of those restaurants that have received the Florida Trend Golden Spoon Award. The awards are broken down into “Golden Spoon”, “Best New”, “Hall of Fame”, and “Best Brand.” I have been fortunate to dine in all of the restaurants below, [...]
Hot and Hot Fish Club Chicken & Sausage Gumbo, and 24th Annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival
Chris Hastings is genius with food-my opinion. He and his wife Ide have such a passion for cooking, preserving food history, and sharing local ingredients on the plates at Hot and Hot Fish Club in Birmingham, Alabama, while celebrating all farmers and fisherman that bring them the best products. This 17 year collaboration between the [...]
723 Whiskey Bravo Announces Alan Baltazar As New Executive Chef – South Walton
723 Whiskey Bravo Bistro & Bar, located along Scenic Highway 30A in Seagrove Beach, is proud to announce the hire of, Alan Baltazar. Baltazar will serve as Executive Chef, bringing over 18 years of culinary experience to his new post. He also joins Director of Operations George Barnes, who recently joined the Whiskey Bravo team [...]
Sandestin Signs Deal with Top Restaurant Group to Bring Back Renowned Elephant Walk Restaurant
If you are a local or tourist who has been in the area for more then ten years, you will remember the place for fine dining and to share memorable occasions was at The Elephant Walk located Gulf side at Sandestin. My family spent many occasions there, and a favored dish was the Grouper Elizabeth, [...]
