What do a cattle rancher and a plastic surgeon have in common? It’s not a joke, but truly the love of good beef. For the last 15 years, Doug Boatwright has raised cattle on his farm in Holmes County just north of Defuniak Springs, along with horses, pigs and chickens too. Boatwright, who holds a…
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Contributor: Caroline Coker Recently, my grandfather was hospitalized at Sacred Heart on the Emerald Coast. We thought it was a cardiac episode and so did his doctors, until tests revealed that he was not properly hydrated. It can happen to babies, pets, children, the elderly, so no one is immune. Dehydration can sneak up…
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Chef de Cuisine, Chef Tommy LeMasters of Brotula’s Seafood House & Steamer, began his career in the restaurant business at an early age. Starting out as a dishwasher at the age of nine in his stepfather’s restaurant, LeMasters knew he wanted to be in the family business. While in high school LeMasters worked under Chef…
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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Fresh from Florida for IZEA. All opinions are 100% my own. The Florida Panhandle has long been known for its extraordinary white-sand beaches, emerald-green Gulf waters, and Seaside—a model town that, in the early 1980s, introduced thoughtful urban planning not only to the coastal…
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You know I’m a Southern gal, and a lover of all things food related, especially fried chicken, so when Food Film Festival founder George Motz (see interview) and team decided to bring his event to South Walton with the help of The Local Palate, I jumped on board with gusto. Not only have I been promoting…
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Though the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast attracts many celebrities, an eclectic mix of locals and visitors, and those seeking the sugar white beaches like myself who call the Panhandle home, a completely different destination is at the opposite end of the state and offers an exciting array of activities, cuisine and the most beautiful sunsets…
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Story & Photos By Hannah Neville – Seaside, Florida On Friday February 26th, 2016, Seaside hosted their second annual Taste of the Race. The Friday prior to Seaside’s 14th annual 5K & half marathon race, top chefs from all over the region were invited to come and share a taste of their signature dishes. The event kicked…
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A native of Destin, Florida, Allen Teuton moved to Atlanta, Georgia, to pursue his passion for a variety of cuisines where he built his culinary portfolio over the last decade. During Teuton’s time as a student of the Culinary Arts and Science at Gulf Coast State College in Panama City, Florida, he interned under…
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George’s at Alys Beach menu presentations offer behave and misbehave options, as well as gluten-free, making dining easy for all. If looking for something different on steak night, try this fantastic recipe for Wood-Fired Cauliflower T- Bone’s. Cauliflower is low in carbs and a great way to stay health conscious. Wood-Fired Curried Cauliflower T-Bone Ingredients:
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The 2nd Annual Taste of the Race presented by Chef Emeril Lagasse will be held this Friday, February 26th. TOMORROW is the big night! If you haven’t already grabbed your ticket, get it now at www.RunSeasideFL.com. The Taste of the Race, presented by Chef Emeril Lagasse, the Emeril Lagasse Foundation, the Seaside School Foundation, and Visit…
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Burgers are not the same everywhere you go; from state to state, they all tell a different story, and no one understands this better than George Motz. “I don’t play favorites with burgers. They all vary, so it’s a slippery slope,” said Motz in our recent interview. Motz says, “I tried to explain to a reporter…
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Sunday is the day that our family comes together, my parents included, either for Sunday Brunch at a local restaurant or at home. When my children were little I cooked a mean spread after church that was filled with Southern favorites like biscuits and sausage gravy. I adore brunch and am thankful for the 19th century…
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