Chef, Restaurateur, Television Personality and Author, Emeril Lagasse will be opening a restaurant at Grand Boulevard! Eric Linquest, president of Emeril’s Homebase, has confirmed that Emeril Lagasse’s restaurant group, based in New Orleans, has partnered with Grand Boulevard to open a restaurant in the Town Center. “We are looking forward to being a part of…
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I thought I knew most of what went on with the regions food + drink scene, but I missed out on the fact that we have Timber Creek Distillery located on a family farm just north of Destin in Crestview. Finding the presence of a high-quality craft distillery located in the backwoods of Northwest Florida was music…
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Chef Spotlight: Giovanni (Gio) Filippone of Vue on 30a If you are seeking a sophisticated yet laid back atmosphere to nibble on tapas while sipping on a glass of wine, thirsting for a craft cocktail at the bar after a busy day, or wanting to dive into a four or five course chefs tasting, then…
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October is National Seafood Month and there’s no better time to experience what food the Alabama Gulf Coast is all about than during the Alabama Festival of Flavor (this weekend) on October 8. I’m getting my stretchy pants ready and looking forward to meeting some of the state’s most revered chefs and restauranteurs who will…
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It’s a tough job but somebody’s got to do it, and I’m certainly thrilled to judge the 2016 EggFest competition! Bay Breeze Patio, an official retailer of the Big Green Egg, will host the third annual Eggs on the Beach EggFest Cooking Competition on Saturday, September 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Seascape…
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Donner-Peltier Distillers has announced a series of “Evenings of Giving Back” to take place at six Emerald Coast bars/restaurants throughout the summer, where proceeds of the sales of the cocktail dubbed “Summer on 30A” will be donated to a charity selected by the host restaurant. The lucky seven Emerald Coast establishments that have signed-on to…
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Born from a love of cooking, deep Italian roots and a desire to delight its patrons, Clemenza’s at Uptown Station encompasses all that is Italian cuisine. Serving award winning wood fired pizzas, dishes with classical sauces, daily specials and entrees like Sicilian Breaded Rib Eye Steak, along with pastas topped with fresh local seafood, Clemenza’s at…
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Brotula’s Seafood House & Steamer is a locally owned and operated, casual, family friendly seafood restaurant located on the Destin Harbor. The name Brotula’s is derived from the Bearded Brotula or Cusk Eel that is caught right in our local waters at depths of 350 feet. It is one of the best kept secrets…
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Brody Olive, in my opinion, is one of the top chefs along the Fl/Al Gulf Coast, and I have had several opportunities to judge his creations against many other competitors in food competitions over the last several years. He is a humble and talented man who created this dish for the Alabama Seafood Cook-off 2016. Currently,…
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With million dollar views, a commitment to locally sourced fresh ingredients, and a passion for exceptional customer service, a visit to Sunset Bay Café gives both locals and visitors an opportunity to enjoy chef inspired creative twists on classic dishes. Bryce Jarvis, co-owner of Sunset Bay Café, is a longtime local and leader in the…
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The Hangout Music Festival has an amazing lineup for 2016, and all tickets are now sold out. The festival is being held this year on the beautiful white sandy beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama, with gates now open and performances beginning at 8:30pm (Due to weather)! The box office is open, shuttles are running for those that have shuttle…
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In the heart of the bustling beach town of Rosemary Beach, Florida, stumbling onto The Pearl is like finding an oasis in the desert. This is a location of critical importance, as it is near the water’s edge, where one can replenish, refresh, and become renewed, at the full service luxury resort. Whether arriving alone, as…
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