Poppy’s Crazy Lobster Destin serves fresh local seafood and cajun and creole dishes. A.J. Tusa, Jr., brings his Crazy Lobster concept originated in New Orleans to Baytowne Wharf. Having been in the restaurant business for over 45 years, A.J.’s experience in his family restaurants started in 1905? when he opened his own restaurants both in […]

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“WOOD FIRED ITALIAN WINE DINNER” FEATURING ALL NATURAL WINES Four-course, wood-fired dinner is Friday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. Bud & Alley’s Pizza Bar + Trattoria on 30A in Seaside  celebrates the fall season with a Fall Harvest Wine Dinner on Friday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. Chef Phil McDonald of Black Bear Bread Co. […]

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Maple Roasted Pumpkin Pie Not your average pumpkin pie- roasting the real pumpkin gives it an almost nutty flavor while the balsamic cuts some of the sweetness. The perfect balance! Makes two 9-inch pies Ingredients: Homemade or Store-Bought Pastry 1 pie pumpkin, about 3-4 lbs 4 Tbsp 30AOO Maple Balsamic Vinegar 2 Tbsp 30AOO California Arbequina EVOO […]

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By Susan Benton As a food writer and blogger living by the water’s edge of the Emerald Coast, one of the first questions locals or people ask when they visit our area is how they can be certain that they are buying or being served fresh seafood. It would appear that answer would be simple, […]

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Butternut Squash Soup with Butternut Squash Seed Oil Ingredients: 1 T 30A Olive Oil Butter Infused Olive Oil  1 sweet onion, chopped 1 head of garlic, peeled and chopped fine 4 c butternut squash, cubed 1 cinnamon stick Vegetable broth, or water 30A Olive Oil Himalayan Pink Sea Salt 1/2 c heavy cream (optional) 30A Olive Oil Butternut Squash Seed Oil, for […]

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A new way to experience the area’s vibrant culinary scene has come to South Walton.  A Little Taste of the Emerald Coast, founded by Abbe Little, has launched two guided food tours; one that travels through Miramar Beach and another that highlights the western end of Hwy 30A. Guests also have the option to customize […]

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By Dee Cruce Just when you thought our beach paradise had everything one could need, destiny steps in and leaves us corrected. That said, there’s a new queen on 30A and she delivers! Nancy Britton, local educator, cooking queen, and grandma extraordinaire, is proud to announce her new business, ‘Casserole Queen’, serving all 30A and […]

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Espresso Chipotle Grill Marinade From the Olive Oil and Vinegar Lover’s Cookbook  A multi-purpose marinade that can be used for steak or mixed into ground beef for burgers. You can also toss it in a frying pan with ground beef to make an amazing base for chili, ragout or taco salad. Try brushing on salmon […]

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By Dee Cruce The Fish is back and this time they have a whole new groove. FOOW – formerly known as the Fish Out of Water restaurant, located in WaterColor, is back open to the public and resort guests serving both lunch and dinner in a more approachable, coastal setting. Recently renovated, FOOW is not […]

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Vin’tij began its humble beginnings in 1998 in a strip mall across from Silver Sands Premium Outlets. At that time, Highway 98 was underdeveloped and there were not many places to rent in order to establish a new restaurant concept. Todd and Chef John knew there would be tremendous growth in the area, but they […] Read More