Dining

By Lori Smith, Publisher Who would have thought our area’s only fully plant-based, hidden gem nestled off the road next to a quiet neighborhood in Santa Rosa Beach would be bursting at the seams with flavor (and a chill atmosphere with a calm vibe to get lost in)! Not your ordinary...

By Scott Miller All I want for Christmas is a Super Bowl Win, a Super Bowl Win, a Super Bowl Win… Trust me, y’all you don’t want to hear me singing this song—writing it is much easier on your ears. Can you believe it’s December already? College Football Conference Championship games and...

Destin Commons will be launching Destin’s first food hall, offering a culinary and entertainment gathering place for locals and visitors, as well as a unique opportunity for the region’s up-and-coming and veteran chefs. Set to open in spring 2022, City Food Hall will showcase more than 10 specialty restaurant concepts...

The long-awaited Oasis Santa Rosa Beach has opened for lunch (11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.) and dinner (4:40-10 p.m.). Once called the Love Shack, there’s an outside smoothie bar opening soon and breakfast offerings. You can have lunch at the outside café and pool deck. Try the amazing Oasis craft drink...

By Scott Miller I think God made November with football in mind. That’s why it’s the perfect time of year for all of us die hard fans and, I’m sure, for all the players, too. With every week that passes, the intensity builds and the stakes get higher. Who’s in...

Bric a` Brac Restaurant & Night Club Now celebrating seven amazing years in the Destin community, colorful, eclectic fun is to be had at Bric a` Brac! They can help with your parties, promotions, birthdays, business events or really any private event! Voted “Best Crab Cakes in Destin” five years...

By Lisa Leath Turpin, BS. Fitness & Wellness Coach In light of the Destin Fishing Rodeo season, here’s great news for our area about the health benefits of our Gulf fish! So, we’ve all read or heard that fish is healthy for you. But cold water fish such as salmon...

Calling Destin’s best amateur BBQ chefs! The fourth annual HolySmokes! BBQ Cook-off will be held Sat., Nov. 13 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on the back lawn at Immanuel Anglican Church. BBQ tastings, live music, good food and great fun will be available for all to enjoy. You are invited to...

On Nov. 18, kick off your holiday season – and shopping – with the 9th Annual Bourbon at the Bay Presented by Hand Arendall Harrison Sale! Sample bourbon, scotch, and champagne on the BOTE, Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village and Trustmark tasting tables, bid on your choice of gifts,...

By Scott Miller So, here we are football fans, one month into the 2021 season. What a start! I’ve watched some nail biting finishes already and can’t wait to see what else is coming our way this season. Did you see the 41-38 Notre Dame win at FSU in week...