Cozy at the Cafe
In the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz, a homesick Dorothy Gale made iconic a five-word phrase that lives in mainstream use still today: “There’s no place like home.” And she was right. So right that we’ve come to chase…
What's Brewing On The Beach?
3rd PLANET BREWING Ten years ago, Tim McCool put his head together with homebrewer and fellow Air Force veteran Jason Doster to bring to Niceville its first microbrewery with the goal of creating quality beer and a new community hub. As…
Garden Party Time
Sunny days make Florida gardens worth showing off. Warm weather, beautiful blue skies, blooming flowers, and verdant landscaping set a welcoming scene for more than just the birds and bees. An ultimate backyard experience, the garden party is an elevated…
Florida Cocktails
Carrie Honaker was traveling abroad, on board a barge in Southern France, when she unexpectedly received an email from Cider Mill Press. The publishing company was looking to recruit Honaker to author a compilation of cocktails made at bars…
The Garden
A close cousin to the cafeteria and inspired by the nearly bygone era of the mall food court, the dining hall boom has carved out space for communities to gather and for local entrepreneurs to thrive. “You really get the gamut…
Cool Treats
Coming in from the beach—skin still tacky with sand, feeling sun-kissed and salty—a sweet treat is the perfect capstone to a day spent on the Emerald Coast. But who wants to spend hours in the kitchen baking something when the…
Home Is Where The Weird Is
A fever dream of bright murals welcomes guests. A car covered in bold lines and color segments, reminiscent of Keith Haring’s pop art, is parked in the dining space. Old televisions, lunch boxes, and found treasure populate the walls. It…
The Right Side of the Tracks
It’s incredible what a little vision and a lot of passion can accomplish when people come together to build their dream. Add to that a healthy dose of entrepreneurial drive, and you have a refined recipe for good business—and, in…
DIY Sushi Rolls
Making sushi at home is a fun and delicious culinary adventure. Whether you’re a novice chef or a seasoned professional, crafting sushi is a tactile way to explore your creativity. To ensure your sushi is both safe and satisfying, there…
Mocktail Mixer
Photos styled by Jules Aron Mocktails—aka nonalcoholic cocktails—have become one of the latest health trends among millennials and Gen Z, but they’re perfect for everyone, regardless of age. With New Year’s resolutions top of mind, now is the time to hop…
Crafty Christmas
Crafting played a huge role in my childhood, especially during the holidays. Each year, my mom would break out the hot glue gun (for her) and purple glue sticks (for me), and we’d get to work on whatever DIY project…
Tastes of Tradition and Faith
During Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, indulging in oily foods such as latkes and doughnuts is deeply rooted in history and tradition. These foods symbolize the miracle of the Temple menorah oil lasting eight days, a testament to the…
Ivy & Ale
Ivy & Ale in Fort Walton Beach brings a new meaning to beer garden. Boasting brews, bites, live music and plants, the homey hangout doubles as a boutique nursery
Get Your Grill On
Cooler evenings make for prime grilling season. Get your tongs, seasoning and skewers, and bring on the bold barbecue flavors of freshly grilled veggies
30A-Based Beach-Safe French Rosé Now Carried at Local Retail Establishments
The rosé in luxe plastic wine bottles stands out among popular rosé options
