Thanksgiving restaurant openings in Okaloosa, Walton counties
Thanksgiving restaurant openings in Okaloosa, Walton counties Staff Reports November 25, 2025 11:46 pm Uncategorized In Brief: 🦃Enjoy a Thanksgiving at local restaurants on the Emerald Coast. Whether you want to give friends and family a taste of what the Emerald Coast has to offer, or you burned the turkey and need to find your […]
LiveOak Fiber, Fort Walton Beach Chamber Team Up to Support Military Families During Shutdown
LiveOak Fiber and the Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce are providing 10,000 pounds of groceries to military families at Hurlburt Field on October 15, 2025, amid the federal government shutdown. Eligible DoD-affiliated families can pick up food in a drive-through distribution.
Shrimp Basket Cook Checks on Regular, Saves His Life in Pensacola
When a longtime Shrimp Basket regular didn’t show up for his usual visit, cook Donell decided to check on him — a decision that likely saved the man’s life. His quick action and compassion have drawn praise across social media and from the Pensacola community.
Lionfish Tournament Returns to Destin-Fort Walton Beach This May
The Emerald Coast Open returns to Destin-Fort Walton Beach from May 16–18, 2025, bringing divers, chefs, and the community together to remove invasive lionfish from local waters.
Kiwanis Club to Host 35th Annual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction
The Kiwanis Club of Niceville-Valparaiso will host its 35th Annual Pancake Breakfast and Silent Auction on March 1, 2025, at the Niceville Community Center to benefit local charities and youth programs.
Make Pumpkin Pancakes Like Luke From Gilmore Girls This Fall!
Want to make pumpkin pancakes to welcome our fall weather like Luke Danes from Gilmore Girls? Chef John Sallman has you covered – with a little help from his sous chef, Lorelai!
No More Basic Mac N Cheese. Treat. Yo. Self.
Craving comfort food? This Gruyere Mac and Cheese, featuring Wisconsin Gruyere and smoky bacon, is the perfect indulgence for National Pasta Month.
Surprise Your Spouse With This Tasty Coq Au Vin Recipe For An At-Home Date Night
This article introduces the classic French dish Coq au Vin, a comforting fall recipe featuring chicken braised in red wine, bacon, and mushrooms. It includes step-by-step instructions for preparing the dish, tips on wine selection, and emphasizes taking time to enjoy the cooking process.
CHEF JOHN: “I Want To Eat All The Jamaican Beef Patties”
From the streets of Jamaica to your plate, learn about the spicy and flavorful world of Jamaican Beef Patties!
CHEF JOHN: Try This Amazing Seafood Dip During Bowl Season:
Try this amazing seafood dip at your college bowl game party – It’s sure to be a winner.
