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That Elusive Fish Everyone Wants to Catch | Recipe Bonus
Surf fishing in Destin, Florida is a popular pastime of locals and visitors alike, and one the most sought after catches is the Florida Pompano. Today we head out to the beautiful beaches of Destin and bring back a nice Pompano to show our favorite recipe for this delicious fish.
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12 Florida Restaurants That Stay Busy For A Reason And Never Disappoint First Time Visitors
Some Florida restaurants are so good, the crowds become part of the experience. From legendary seafood spots to beloved Cuban kitchens, the Sunshine State is packed with restaurants that keep drawing hungry locals and curious travelers through their doors. These are the places where the buzz makes sense. One bite...
WJHG-TV
Dat Cajun Pearl: New Orleans style fine dining coming to historic Mashburn Building
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A historic Downtown Panama City building, recognized by its old cascading sign, is entering into a new era. Built in the 1940s, The Mashburn Building was home to Chavers-Fowhand Furniture Store and Holland’s Dress Shop before a local photographer purchased it, real estate developer Stephen Counts said.
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Try cocktails to die for at the Serial Killer Speakeasy
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Barry Lowin speaks with Abigal Podlubny the head of customer experience at the Serial Killer Speakeasy. Happening this weekend guests’ step into the shadows of true crime through immersive storytelling and theatrical performance about four of the most infamous stories of four notorious killers.
WMBB
New business opens in Panama City’s train-car inspired building
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – It’s all aboard the new Bayline Grill. You may have been curious about the green and yellow train-car-looking building off 23rd Street. The seafood, steakhouse, and breakfast spot rolled into one opened on Monday. And for owner Derek McGinn, the business venture is a dream come true. “We were given […]
washingtoncounty.news
The Mug Too celebrates ribbon cutting with Washington County Chamber of Commerce
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed The Mug Too with a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the locally owned cafe’s growth and its commitment to serving the Vernon community. Chamber members, local officials, family, friends, and community supporters gathered to recognize owners Lori and Scottie Bragdon for transforming...
washingtoncounty.news
Ribbon cutting held for Off the Railz Diner in downtown Chipley
Community members gathered Tuesday, July 21, for a grand opening and ribbon‑cutting ceremony at Off the Railz Diner, located at 686 5th Street in downtown Chipley. Owners Emily and Javier Valdovinos were joined by their family as they welcomed guests and celebrated the milestone. Attendees included customers, local residents, county commissioners, school board members, business owners, and representatives from local chambers of commerce. The diner offers home‑cooked, Southern‑style buffet items and is open Sunday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pictured above are the owners and their family with attendees during the ribbon cutting. [PAUL GOULDING | Contributed]
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Free drinks coming to Wausau Fun and Possum Festival thanks to donation
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Washington County Fire Department received $400 worth of bottled drinks as a donation in support of their help at the upcoming Possum Festival on Saturday. The donation comes from Emerald Coast Hospice in support of the department’s community efforts during the 57th annual Wausau Fun and Possum Festival. The donated […]
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Connecting You with Chef Todd Misener: The Story Behind Iron & Grape Italian Kitchen
Chef Todd Misener: The Story Behind Iron & Grape Italian Kitchen. What does it take to build a restaurant that people will drive across the region to experience?. In this episode of the HWY 331 Podcast, Kerri Parker sits down with Chef Todd Misener, owner of Iron & Grape Italian Kitchen in DeFuniak Springs, Florida, for a conversation about craftsmanship, hospitality, mentorship, and the journey behind one of Walton County’s most talked-about restaurants.
Destin Log
Fresh island eats arrive at new Destin restaurant LocOhana
If you're looking for "great service, and a fresh meal," then give LocOhana Tropical Grill a try. LocOhana, at corner of Mountain Drive and Palmetto Street in Destin, opened July 2 in the old Elks Lodge building and is already getting great feedback. "So far, so good," said Weber Coryell,...
WMBB
Ice cream vendor proposes return to beaches with CPR certified cart operators
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – Barefeet’s Eats and Treats has been operating in Panama City Beach since 2021. The ice cream carts have a pink and green signature color, selling ice cream for just $5. The business was forced off the beach last summer after Panama City Beach began enforcing an ordinance that bans […]
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Locals Are Losing Their Minds Over The Texas-Style Kolaches At This Easy-To-Miss Florida Donut Shop
There’s a building in Panama City Beach that looks like it was designed by someone who believed that good food should announce itself loudly and without apology. Thomas Donut & Snack Shop has been making that announcement for decades, and the locals have been listening every single morning. You...
Destin Log
A new business is coming to Destin's ex-Hooters building | Exclusive
A Nashville-based restaurant, The Stillery, is replacing the former Hooters in Destin. The new establishment will feature live music, comfort food, and mason jar cocktails. This will be The Stillery's first location in Florida, joining others in Tennessee, Arizona and Colorado. The building will undergo a full renovation with plans...
Panama City News Herald
Nilly's on Navy has new owners and a new menu
PANAMA CITY BEACH − Nilly's on Navy, formerly known as Nilly's Wine Bar, is under new ownership and is now serving delicious food in Panama City Beach. Owners Mike and Kathryn Fendall bought Nilly's from its previous owners six months ago. Mike Fendall was a police officer before becoming a restaurant owner. "We purchased Nilly's from the previous owners who had other ventures going on," Mike Fendall said. "We changed up the menu to the things that we offer now." The restaurant had a grand opening with the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce at the beginning of July. The restaurant's main attraction is smash burgers. "Our smash burgers are really good," Fendall said. "We encourage everybody to give them a shot. We also have a wide variety of french fries to complement your burger. "I'd like to call us a small 'hole in the wall' business. We don't have a whole lot of room. We try to accommodate every one of our customers because we tend to get a lot of traffic during lunch time." Fendall stated that their primary cook, JT, cooks extremely fast, having food ready in less than five minutes. The restaurant also specializes in Philly