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…
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…
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…
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,…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
The origin story of Destin, Florida, is one of whalers, hurricanes, capsized ships and a man with great tenacity.
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.…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
