Music lovers rejoice, as January 18-23, 2013 will be packed with talent in South Walton for the 30A Songwriters Festival! More than twenty-five venues will be peppered along 30-A, some intimate restaurant settings and others in the beautiful outdoors, where songwriters and performers will share their compelling songs, inspirational stories, and powerful vocals. Each location has its…
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Breaking news for those saddened by the closing this past Saturday, of the iconic Smiling Fish Cafe at Gulf Place– 723 Whiskey Bravo, a Gulf View Restaurant and Rooftop Bar located in Seagrove Beach, Florida, is pleased to announce a culinary collaboration with George Barnes. George Barnes has joined the Executive Staff as Director of…
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Recently, I was approached by Jordan Staggs of VIE People + Places magazine about my Holiday menu traditions, and if I would share a few recipes with readers for their upcoming issue. Of course I said yes, and was thrilled to see several in the magazine, and my entire menu online. If you did not…
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The Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) strives to protect our coastal marine resources and to promote the rights and benefits of recreational fishing. This organization’s mission is of utmost importance to our area, and they need our support. To benefit the CCA, the annual South Walton Chapter of the Coastal Conservation Association banquet will be held on December…
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When most people living outside of Florida think about The Sunshine State, they think of Miami, Orlando, and Disney World. I happen to live on the polar opposite end of the state in Northwest Florida on Scenic Highway 30-A in Santa Rosa Beach. SRB is generally located between “The Forgotten Coast” of Apalachicola and “Lower…
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Chef Kent Rathbun is the owner of the 13-year-old crown jewel on Dallas’s dining scene, Abacus Restaurant. He is also famously known for defeating Bobby Flay on Iron Chef America, along with his brother Kevin Rathbun, an Atlanta Restauranteur, who was last seen about town at the Destin Charity Wine Dinner and Auction.
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There are not too many food, travel & lifestyle bloggers in the Florida Panhandle other than myself at 30A EATS, Molly from Duchess of Fork, and Tara from Della Rose Living, and today Tara has a guest recipe post to share! If I have missed an Emerald Coast blogger, let me know by commenting below, as…
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Today I am posting my 5th sandwich (6th post) and entering the 3rd week of Emeril’s Cookalong, promoting his new cookbook released Tuesday called, Kicked-Up Sandwiches: Stacked With Flavor. I have been at it creating some #serioussandwiches, and if you have been following the 22 bloggers participating, you will know they are ultra-delicious! If…
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Calling all music, food and wine lovers! It is time to UnwineD at the Panama City Beach Seafood & Music Festival! October is a great time to head to the beach, as the weather is perfect, and the summer crowds are gone! Make plans now to stay and play while you UnwineD at Capt. Andersons…
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An exclusive dining event, A Taste of Seaside, will be held Wednesday October 17, 2012 at Bud & Alley’s Restaurant in Seaside, Florida at 6pm, and you are invited! Local chefs from Amavida, Barefoot BBQ, Bud & Alley’s, Great Southern Café, Heavenly’s, Raw & Juicy, and Shrimp Shack will share their sumptuous creations to benefit…
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In the South we love Shrimp Salad. Fresh Shrimp plucked from Coastal waters, boiled in a spicy broth, chilled, peeled, and whipped with herbs and mayonaise; it is a staple in most households, and is favored at potlucks. Served on toast points, resting on a bed of lettuce, or in a big pretty glass…
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Share the Shelter is a one-of-a-kind fundraiser at Gulf Place for two great groups in South Walton, sponsored by SoWal.com. The day-long celebration of music and optimism features local musicians, merchandise vendors, and even a doggie play area. Limited tickets for the event are still available and can be purchased online at http://www.sharetheshelter.org/ or by calling 850-243-1201….
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