La Cocina debuts new name, new look, new brunch
By Michelle FarnhamFeb. 22, 2021 SEACREST BEACH – La Cocina, the Latin coastal restaurant serving up ceviche and tacos, burritos and achiote fried wings along 30A, has reopened its doors as LaCo, an abbreviation of both “La Cocina” and “Latin coastal.” Over the winter, the eatery underwent a top-to-bottom remodel of the dining room and […]
Plenty of roux and Bloody Marys, too!
By Michelle FarnhamFeb. 21, 2021 SANDESTIN – The 32nd annual Sandestin Gumbo & Bloody Mary Festival made its triumphant return to the Village of Baytowne Wharf Feb. 19 and 20. Sandestin newcomer Hotel Effie got in the game with their gumbo and Bloody Marys. Once again guests were welcomed not […]
FOOW Supper Club hosting Mardi Gras Dinner Feb. 18
WATERCOLOR – The FOOW Supper Club will present its second annual Mardi Gras dinner Thursday, Feb. 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy French-inspired cocktails and an authentic New Orleans dinner with FOOW’s prix-fixe Mardi Gras menu. Reservations are required; limited seating available. $95 per person; service charge and sales tax not included.FOOW is located […]
Havana Beach Bar & Grill hosting prix-fixe Valentine’s menu
ROSEMARY BEACH – Havana Beach Bar & Grill is hosting a special Valentine’s Day dinner Sunday, Feb. 14 from 6 to 10 p.m. Toast to your special someone with a three-course, prix-fixe menu and live piano entertainment. $125 per person; sales tax and gratuity not included. Reservations are required at 850-588-2882.
Sandestin’s Hotel Effie makes its debut
By Michelle FarnhamFeb. 4, 2021 SANDESTIN – After eight years of planning and three years of construction, the ribbon was cut and the doors opened to Sandestin’s newest luxury accommodations, Hotel Effie. Tom Becnel, chairman of Sandestin Investments and Sara Becnel, vice president of development for Sandestin, led the ceremonial opening in front of the […]
The Courtyard at Pescado to host wine/food tasting with Sommelier John Ramsey
ROSEMARY BEACH – The Courtyard at Pescado will be having a Wine and Food Tasting hosted by Breakthru Beverage on Wednesday, Feb. 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. with Advanced Sommelier John Ramsey. Guests will enjoy light bites and excellent wines while learning about the varietals from an expert.Tickets are being offered at $75 plus […]
Café Thirty-A raises record $35K for Caring and Sharing of South Walton
SEAGROVE BEACH – Café Thirty-A held its annual Charity Ball Jan. 9, 2021 at the restaurant. After being rescheduled from the original December date, the winter event raised a record-breaking total of $35,564 for Caring and Sharing of South Walton, an organization that provides food and financial assistance to area families and individuals in need. Guests […]
The Courtyard at Pescado offers special Valentine’s Day menu and reservations
ROSEMARY BEACH – The Courtyard at Pescado is taking reservations for an intimate dinner on Valentine’s Day, Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021. The special menu is available from 5 to 9 p.m. and is $130 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Dinner is by reservation only and seating will be very limited. Reservations can be made by […]
Edward’s Fine Food and Wine plans New Year’s Eve dinner
ROSEMARY BEACH – Edward’s Fine Food and Wine is saying goodbye to 2020 with a five-course dinner on New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31, 2020. Chef Josh Smith has put together a special menu for the occasion, featuring Tuna Tartar, Blue Crab Bisque, Lobster Ravioli and Black Grouper – to name a few.There are three seatings […]