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Meet Chef Tim of Café Thirty A

Posted on — The News Herald

Name: Tim WilliamsRestaurant: Café Thirty A, 3899 E. County 30A, Seagrove Beach; 850-231-2166Age: 56Hometown: BrooklynCulinary School: Culinary Institute of America-Hyde Park After a long workday, what do you eat?Glass of Pinot Noir — can’t eat after long shift but try to … (Read More)








Boricuba Cafe combines Cuban, Puerto Rican cuisine

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — Boricuba Cafe celebrates the Spanish origins of Puerto Rico and Cuba — combining the Caribbean islands’ cuisine on one menu.Lillian Canales serves her mother’s Puerto Rican recipes, while her co-owner Leonell Castillo recreates the flavors of his Cuban heritage.”This is … (Read More)


Just peachy: Stone fruit recipes sweeten summer

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — Peaches are at season’s peak — making July Fourth the perfect time for snacking, dipping, drinking, grilling and baking with this versatile stone fruit.My husband’s recent craving for cobbler led to a trip to Lucky’s Market for Southern peaches … (Read More)


Provisions provides escape in Port St. Joe

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PORT ST. JOE — Provisions’ bold black lettering on the restaurant’s white facade speaks to the stand-out flavors. But it’s also the welcoming potted plants and trees, cafe tables and bench seating, and lantern sconces on the dog-friendly patio that beckon locals … (Read More)


Krazyfish Grille: Take a bite out of the Gulf

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PORT ST. JOE — If Mark Haddock’s last name is any indication, he was destined to open Krazyfish Grille.”That’s where the name ‘Krazyfish’ came from,” explained Haddock, whose restaurant logo isn’t just a haddock saltwater fish but part grouper and piranha … (Read More)


Tickets on sale for One Harrison Food + Wine Festival

Posted on — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORT

PANAMA CITY — The second annual One Harrison Food + Wine Festival returns to Historic Downtown Panama City on Nov. 2-3.”Last year’s inaugural event was such a rousing success that we are delighted to host it again under a blanket of stars,” stated Destination … (Read More)




Bite into fresh flavors at Chewie’s Kitchen

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Chewie’s Kitchen owners Brynne and Sean Farrell named the restaurant after their dog, but you’ll be licking the plate clean after you’re done chewing — no doggie bags needed.”We bring the element of everything made from scratch that we … (Read More)




Funky Mermaid Lounge adds to downtown flair

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — In the spirit of revitalization, downtown business owners Joe and Jessica Kelley have given their Funky Mermaid Lounge the freedom to organically develop in the back of their Gift Basket Designs shop.”We’re trying to do something a little … (Read More)





Chef’s Palate: Meet Eric at La Cocina

Posted on — JAN WADDY

Name: Eric BartholomewRestaurant: La Cocina Mexican Bar and Grill; 10343 E. County 30A Unit 116, Seacrest BeachAge: 34Hometown: Huntsville, Ala. After a long workday, what do you eat?   Charcuterie and good cheese. After work, I hardly ever feel like cooking anything, so great … (Read More)


Leftover Magic: Salmon stars in 2 dishes

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — While I often plan meals according to what will result in leftovers for my son’s lunches, I had never thought about planning my weekly menu around meals that could find new life leftover — until now.Kathie Riley … (Read More)




Shrimp Boat builds on Barefoot

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — The Shrimp Boat Restaurant is hard to miss at Smith’s Yacht Basin overlooking St. Andrew Bay, but inside the landmark, By the Sea Resorts further aims to elevate the dining experience.”My goal here, and the reason I came, … (Read More)




Schooners gets cookin’ for Cajun Fest

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY BEACH — From Lobster Man to Gator Man, Executive Chef Konrad Jochum is leading the charge at Schooners’ 12th annual Cajun Fest by cooking up 700 pounds of alligator.”People are afraid of cooking with it; it’s undiscovered. But … (Read More)