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Lane mixes Old Fashioneds, new infusions at Firefly

Posted on — KRISTY SMITH

Name, Age: Michael Lane Westbrook, 35Years bartending: 10 yearsBar location: Firefly, 535 N. Richard Jackson Blvd., Panama City BeachFavorite Drink to make: “Old Fashioneds.”What’s the most sold drink in the bar? “I’d say the Apple Pie Martini.”When someone says “surprise … (Read More)



Girl Scouts get cookin’

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — Members of Troop 429 of the Girl Scouts of the Florida Panhandle earned their Simple Meals badge on Dec. 2 at Somethin’s Cookin,’ 93 E. 11th St., where they made pizzas with owner Hannelore Holland.”I used to to be … (Read More)


Pig out at Smoky Barrel BBQ

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY —  The love of a longtime Southern staple fueled the arrival of Smoky Barrel BBQ on Nov. 1 in historic downtown Panama City.”Downtown never had a barbecue restaurant. Our food comes out really fast and everything is from scratch,” said chef Keith Lewis, … (Read More)




Greek Food Fest brings crowd

Posted on — The News Herald

PANAMA CITY — St. John The Theologian Greek Orthodox Church hosted its 41st annual Greek Food Fest on Nov. 17-18 with a Greek market, music, silent auction and plenty of Greek food, including the addition of lamb cooked outside on a … (Read More)



Chef’s Palate: Tim Creehan cultivates culinary following

Posted on — JAN WADDY

Name: Chef Tim Creehan C.E.C.Restaurant: Cuvee 30AAge: 51Hometown: Hartford, Conn.Culinary School: noneAccolades: The following is an abridged list of more than 100 awards, many of which were received on multiple occasions over the years: Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence; DiRoNA Achievement of Distinction, Distinguished … (Read More)


Dining Out Thanksgiving Day?

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — You don’t have to be away on vacation to live like you’re on one — especially on a holiday. Toss the dishes, cooking and cares aside before heading out to one of the area’s extravagant Thanksgiving Day Buffets.Being … (Read More)


Greek Food Fest: Fill up on tradition

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — On Friday, eight church members gathered in the kitchen at St. John Greek Orthodox Church in preparation for the thousands who will come through the doors during the 41st annual Greek Food Fest.”We had about 10,000 people … (Read More)



Wine Knot Tapas dips into Mediterranean

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — The Wine Knot Tapas Bar itself is reminiscent of the delight at finding your first Spanish tapa — it’s small but perfect, satisfying yet leaves you wanting more.Wine Knot still serves all of the Spanish Cuisine owner … (Read More)






Dinner at the Beach benefits community

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Spinnaker Beach Club rolls out the red carpet Tuesday for the third annual Dinner at the Beach to benefit Beach Care Services — and you’re invited.”Last year we had over 600 people. It takes 40 volunteers … (Read More)






Kabob House caters to community

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — The newly renovated Kabob House reopened its doors to the community in August with a buffet of Afghan, Indian and Pakistani cuisines.”We now have three professional chefs who each have over 40 years experience,” said Aurang Zeb, … (Read More)



Prost with Pals: PC Oktoberfest hits Harrison

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — Downtown Panama City continues a 30-year tradition this weekend with the Panama City Oktoberfest.The celebration collides with Heard It On Harrison from 6-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6, and then continues from 1-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, along … (Read More)


Spin Schnitzel with pork, panko

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — When I stopped by Somethin’s Cookin’ on Thursday, owner Hannelore Holland was putting her own spin on Wiener Schnitzel with pork and panko.”True Schnitzel is veal but I don’t eat that,” admitted Holland, a native of Germany. … (Read More)


A Weekend Noshing In Pensacola

Posted on — Laura Bernstien

If you love it local, there is no better way to frolic about on the weekends than letting others know about the things you enjoy doing in your own backyard.  Pensacola, Florida is the second oldest city in America.  It … (Read More)