Dinner Me Timbers
My friends are an extroverted group of scallywags. We love an adventure. We’ve pretty much done it all. But one thing we certainly haven’t done is dine in the midst of a battle over two pirates’ forbidden love. I took…
Wild Edibles
Sandy beaches, coastal wetlands, and swampy marshes make up the diverse Florida terrain. This backyard jungle is the perfect home for a treasure trove of exotic fruits and plants. The luscious guava, tart hog plum, wholesome Seminole pumpkin, tangy sea…
Where Land Meets Sea
Less than a decade after opening the award-winning George Bistro + Bar, Chef George Lazi and his wife, Luba, decided to expand their culinary footprint in 2021 with a second enterprise. And while they could have mirrored much of what…
The Big Chill
Frosted Starlet A lavish spin on a provocative martini variation, this icy granita is destined to be a showstopper at any summer gathering Ingredients 2 oz. Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur 2 oz.…
Local Tickets. One Place.
A locally based ticketing portal for live events is now available to Northwest Florida residents. 850TIX.com owned by Rowland Publishing, Inc. promises to provide a one-stop shop for residents and visitors to find and purchase tickets to local concerts, events, and shows.
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Where To Brunch?
It’s a Sunday morning. You and your closest friends are feeling hungry. Are you thirsty, too? Fonville Press Alys Beach Right off of 30A, the cheerful Fonville Press Market + Cafe serves refreshing breakfast and lunch options all day. Check out the…
April-May 2026 Calendar
SANTANA’S ONENESS TOUR 2026 APRIL 1 Experience the legendary sound of Carlos Santana on the “Oneness Tour.” A celebration of unity, spirituality, and timeless music, this tour brings Santana’s signature blend of rock, blues, Latin rhythms, and soulful guitar magic…
Drink the Rainbow
Harvest Smash This smoky, fruity symphony of toasted figs, bursting blueberries, and fresh basil is ideal for celebrating the bounty of summer. Ingredients ½ cup fresh blueberries 2 fresh figs, chopped Fresh basil leaves to preference, plus more…
Fresh From Florida: Taste the Benefits of Buying Local
Discover the flavor and impact of homegrown goodness
The Buzz About 'Booch
When Stephen and Summer Kole started brewing kombucha in their kitchen back in 2016, it wasn’t with business plans or branding in mind—it was out of love and curiosity. “We enjoyed drinking it, so we began the journey of self-taught,…
Best Of the Emerald Coast
See who the readers of Emerald Coast Magazine voted as the Best Fine Dining, Best Bar, Best Steakhouse, Best Sushi, Best Brunch, Best Outdoor Dining — and dozens of other categories.
Reveling, Not Restricting
For those who are plant-based or gluten-free, it can be challenging—but ultimately rewarding—to sift through endless restaurant menus and reviews to find the best options for a meal. The best-case scenario: a delicious dish that doesn’t compromise your needs and may…
The Power of Protein
Whether on social media or in the grocery store, you’ve noticed it: Protein is everywhere. It’s now a featured component in all types of foods, from powders to chips to coffee and more. Unlike many food crazes that come and…
Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant Celebrates 40 Years On 30A
SEASIDE, FLA (Jan. 26, 2026) — Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant, the iconic Gulf-front gathering place known for its legendary sunset celebrations, marked its 40th anniversary by gathering its entire staff for a celebratory toast on the rooftop deck, honoring…
Cool Takes On Hot Drinks
Even the slightest shift in temperatures makes trading in our chilled cocktail glasses for a cup of the hot and soothing a decadent affair. Fire up your bar carts, and cozy up with these three winter warmers. Winter Blues If…
Where Land Meets Sea
Less than a decade after opening the award-winning George Bistro + Bar, Chef George Lazi and his wife, Luba, decided to expand their culinary footprint in 2021 with a second enterprise. And while they could have mirrored much of what…
The Big Chill
Frosted Starlet A lavish spin on a provocative martini variation, this icy granita is destined to be a showstopper at any summer gathering Ingredients 2 oz. Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur 2 oz.…
April-May 2026 Calendar
SANTANA’S ONENESS TOUR 2026 APRIL 1 Experience the legendary sound of Carlos Santana on the “Oneness Tour.” A celebration of unity, spirituality, and timeless music, this tour brings Santana’s signature blend of rock, blues, Latin rhythms, and soulful guitar magic…
Homemade For The Holidays
The holidays are so tightly tied to memory—the scent of your grandma’s pumpkin pie baking, the taste of the brined turkey seasoned with dad’s secret recipe, or your aunt’s cornbread stuffing that always sends you back for thirds. In a…
Bon Appétit
There’s something undeniably magical about a good croissant. Flour, butter, water, milk, yeast, sugar, and salt combine to transform into fluffy, flaky, and impossibly light confections. But croissant production is no simple feat, rather the result of a multistep, labor-intensive…
Deck The Halls
Sarah White is an ardent curator of holiday aesthetics. She is known to have a minimum of five Christmas trees throughout her home during the winter holiday season and has an ever-growing collection of ornaments and nutcrackers. Much of her…
2024 Restaurant Spotlight: Dewey Destin’s
The origin story of Destin, Florida, is one of whalers, hurricanes, capsized ships and a man with great tenacity.
Narrative Of A Five Course Meal
There’s nothing like a good prompt or theme to get a writer in the spirit of storytelling. It’s no wonder I was immediately drawn to the idea of dinner and a story. Founders of Emerald Coast Storytellers, Kristy Holditch and…
Wild Edibles
Sandy beaches, coastal wetlands, and swampy marshes make up the diverse Florida terrain. This backyard jungle is the perfect home for a treasure trove of exotic fruits and plants. The luscious guava, tart hog plum, wholesome Seminole pumpkin, tangy sea…
The Big Chill
Frosted Starlet A lavish spin on a provocative martini variation, this icy granita is destined to be a showstopper at any summer gathering Ingredients 2 oz. Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur 2 oz.…
The Buzz About 'Booch
When Stephen and Summer Kole started brewing kombucha in their kitchen back in 2016, it wasn’t with business plans or branding in mind—it was out of love and curiosity. “We enjoyed drinking it, so we began the journey of self-taught,…
Sweets and Sips
Children don’t have to be the only ones enjoying the Halloween spoils. Try pairing your childhood favorite candies with adult treats. Mairin Moore of Tallahassee’s Hummingbird Wine Bar advises which wines to pair with which candies based on their flavor…
Life Of The Party
A Punch of Fun Signature drinks are always a great way to underscore the mood of an event and include an individualized element. But how about adding a twist by offering a signature punch instead? While the rainbow sherbet variety…
Rolling Into The Party
Brandon Smith doesn’t just farm oysters—he brings them straight to the party. Named for Smith’s sons Grayson and Baylen, Grayson Bay Oyster Company and its mobile offshoot, Emerald Coast Oyster, maintain a mission to connect people directly to the briny…
Spook-Easy Cocktails
Mystic Mycelium This earthy iteration of a Scotch Sour evokes an enchanted woodland, rich in flavor and layered with intrigue. Ingredients 2 oz. blended Scotch whisky, such as Monkey Shoulder 1 oz. fresh lemon juice 1 oz. egg white1 oz.…
