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Bread Pudding That Will Leave You Speechless
Located on Clapboard Creek in Jacksonville, about 10 miles from the beaches of Huguenot Memorial Park and Little Talbot Island State Park, is a laid-back restaurant that serves fresh local seafood and a variety of other casual dining favorites. Palms Fish Camp is an “Old Florida Cracker” style fish camp that includes indoor and outdoor dining. With a public boat ramp on the property and floating dock, boaters have a great opportunity to tie up for lunch or dinner. The rest
Talya
Nov 23, 20253 min read


Ocean Blue Brunch Sophistication
After a disappointing visit to Casa Marina Hotel for brunch, I decided to give brunch a try at another popular Jacksonville Beach restaurant. This time I was headed to Refinery. This upscale restaurant features an ocean bar, pub, entertainment lounge, and an elegant upstairs dining room. They serve Euro-American fare. The ocean bar is their outdoor option giving direct access to the ocean air and view of the beach dunes. The First Street Pub offers a surprising touch of
Talya
Nov 16, 20253 min read


Life Isn't Always Rainbows and Unicorns
Situated just off the intracoastal waterway in St Augustine on the San Sebastion River lies a laid-back seafood restaurant called Grouper Shack. This eatery sits in a small marina with its own dock allowing for casual boaters to stop in for a quick bite to eat. It is secluded amidst the marsh grasses and tree line in a peaceful and relaxed setting, yet you can see far and wide if you are there for lunch. Grouper Shack is an informal dining experience. You place your order
Talya
Nov 11, 20253 min read


Sunset Surprise
I love the city of St Augustine. There is quite the variety of things to see and do there. With its unique character and the allure of its old-world beauty, it is no wonder this old city is the gem of Northeast Florida. It is a water lover’s playground with its miles of beaches, intracoastal waterway, rivers, and inlets. It has a diverse and vibrant food scene that is growing in recognition. Located in Villano Beach, Cap’s on the Water is one of the many St Augustine hot
Talya
Nov 10, 20253 min read


Historic Blunder
For the first time in 10 years, there has not been a single hurricane that has made landfall in the U.S. this season. Only Tropical Storm Chantal formed out in the Atlantic off the coast of Florida and made landfall in South Carolina back in early July with minimal impacts. While Florida has been spared so far this year, the east coast has experienced significant beach erosion, flooding, and some structural damages in the last 2 months along many areas such as Jupiter Inlet
Talya
Oct 19, 20256 min read


Uncontained Alfresco Dining
The Gulf is a beachy outdoor dining venue. They have two locations. One in Fort Walton Beach, FL and the other in Orange Beach, AL. ...
Talya
Sep 25, 20253 min read


Great Expectations. Unexpected Result.
Beachview Breakfast & Grill was our first stop in Fort Walton Beach. Though the name may be a little misleading, they do serve...
Talya
Sep 10, 20253 min read


Mexican-Mediterranean Fusion? Come Again?
For our final Destin restaurant review, I will share my thoughts on dinner at Azul Mexican Fusion. This restaurant first caught my...
Talya
Sep 10, 20254 min read


The Irish Have Taken the Emerald Coast by Storm!
Our next review may seem out of place for a coastal dining destination, but I assure you it is a must-visit dining experience. McGuire’s...
Talya
Sep 10, 20253 min read


Tourist Trap Food Playground
Next up for review is Fudpucker’s, not to be confused with the chain Fuddrucker’s. This lunch and dinner establishment claims to be a...
Talya
Sep 10, 20253 min read


You Are About to Be Transported to A Culinary Delight
Our next breakfast spotlight in Destin is Ruby Slipper. The concept for this restaurant is absolutely genius in my opinion. Have you...
Talya
Sep 10, 20253 min read


Breakfast Spot Shines with True Grit(s)
Crackings is a family owned and operated restaurant that began in 1998. They are a breakfast, brunch, and lunch establishment. They...
Talya
Sep 10, 20253 min read
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