Beach or Swamp?

What’s the last thing you’d expect to see on your way to this lovely beach?

Before you hit the beach, you drive right by this…

“Hey, wait a second. What’s back there?”

“Is that a […]

Panama City Beach & Jetty

Panama City Beach, Florida

We might still be wishing (more than a little bit) that we were here…

Or, more specifically, we’re wishing to be in there.

Quiet beaches, beautifully crystal clear water and not […]

Florida Springs

Sally’s

Old school pan grilled pork chops, turnip greens, candied yams, hush puppies and biscuits, […]

Florida & Fast Food

Sometimes, you just have to take a road trip.

Beer (Redhook) Battered Fish (Cod) Sandwich (530 Calories)

For fast food, it was really not bad […]

The Bay

Faux Ya Ya

Super fresh, those shrimp were sweet and tender. The swirls of arugula added a gorgeous bite to the rich cream sauce. And, the polenta cakes were a gorgeous balance of light and substance. The deep corn flavor has us ready and eager […]

Florida Sunset

Sometimes, you just need to go to the beach and watch the sun set.

Take the time to savor every moment. It’s time well spent.

Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Pipo’s Cuban Cafe

Tamale Topped With Shredded Mojo Pork

Cuban Style Ribs, Maduros, Griddle Toasted Cuban Bread, And Black Beans & Rice

Subdued, complex heat with Island spices and a background of barely there sweetness, these were smoky pork heaven. And, those stewed […]

A Christmas View To Remember For 2013

A view…

or Two…

…or Three

It was a lovely (and more importantly a very happy) holiday.

Here’s to wishing the same for everyone as we begin our countdown to the end of 2013!

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Beautiful Restaurant

The Beautiful Restaurant

3 Short Ribs

That’s the generous portion served at The Beautiful Restaurant.

Short Ribs in Brown Gravy

This is pot roast’s richer, tastier cousin.

Incredible beef flavor was the hallmark of […]

Happy 40th Versailles!! — And, Some Florida Snapshots