LaCo: New name, new look, new brunch
June 19, 2021By Michelle FarnhamSEACREST BEACH – La Cocina, the Latin coastal restaurant serving up ceviche, tacos, burritos and achiote fried wings along 30A, has reopened its doors as LaCo, a shortened moniker for both “La Cocina” and “Latin Coastal.”Over the winter, the eatery also underwent a top-to-bottom remodel of the dining room and bar, […]
Blue Mabel: Bringing something new to the table
June 13, 2021By Laura Holloway BLUE MOUNTAIN BEACH – Anyone who has sampled the mouthwatering fares of Cowgirl Kitchen rejoiced at the creation of the latest Nikki Nickerson spot on 30A: Blue Mabel, a restaurant named for a famous rodeo cowgirl and loved for its funky atmosphere and comforting, savory cuisine. “We treat our customers […]
Angelina’s Pizzeria & Pasta: Building a pizzeria from the dough up
June 6, 2021By Pam WindsorSEAGROVE BEACH – When it comes to local favorites, Angelina’s Pizzeria & Pasta ranks high on the list.The family-style Italian restaurant featuring homemade pizza and specialty pasta dishes first opened its doors in February of 1994. Owners Brian and Jan Ethridge got the idea for Angelina’s after reading an article in […]
Chef Jim Shirley Enterprises: Yes, Chef!
May 30, 2021By Liesel SchmidtSOUTH WALTON – Born and raised in Pensacola, Jim Shirley has the South in his blood – right along with cooking. Since the age of 14 when he was flipping burgers, he’s had his hand in restaurants, and it became a passion that he couldn’t ignore. Even during a stint in […]
Grayton Seafood Co.: Local loyalty is no tall tale.
May 23, 2021By Sarah Murphy Robertson GRAYTON BEACH – When reading about a restaurant established in the fall of 2015, you might not expect extreme customer and community loyalty and a well-cultivated, committed staff culture. But in five short years, owner Kenny Griner has created exactly that at Grayton Seafood Co. Griner spent 25 years […]
Slick Lips Seafood & Oyster House: Read my lips
May 6, 2021By Liesel Schmidt SANDESTIN – Combining his years of experience as the captain of a boat with an expertise in restaurant management and menu development, long-time Destin native Gary Jarvis and his like-minded son Bryce have the seafood game well in their grasp. And while they could easily have rested on the success they’d […]
Cinco de Mayo all-day fiesta at North Beach Social
May 3, 2021Special to 30A Food and Wine SANTA ROSA BEACH – North Beach Social will host an all-day Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Wednesday, May 5, with DJ 30A from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., a photo booth, best outfit contest and tons of food and drink specials all day long. Celebrate the fifth of May in […]
Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood: Bringing elegance back to fine dining
By Laura HollowayMay 1, 2021 SANDESTIN – It’s rare to find a restaurant in a hotel or resort that can stand alone in experience and style, but Seagar’s Prime Steaks and Seafood, a AAA Four-Diamond Restaurant at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, achieves just that. Its award-winning menu and drink lineup create a […]
Chef Jim Shirley Enterprises: Yes, Chef!
By Liesel SchmidtApril 19, 2021 SOUTH WALTON – Born and raised in Pensacola, Jim Shirley has the South in his blood – right along with cooking. Since the age of 14 when he was flipping burgers, he’s had his hand in restaurants, and it became a passion that he couldn’t ignore. Even during a stint […]