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PANAMA CITY — On Saturday morning, Amanda and Martin Vicente packed up their five children, ages 3 months to 15, and headed to Bonita Bay — along with their 26-foot long, 14,000 pound food truck. […]
CHEF’S PALATEName: Chris CarsonRestaurant: Patsy’s, 448 Harrison Ave., Panama CityAge: 29Hometown: Panama CityCulinary School: Gulf Coast State CollegeAfter a long workday, what do you eat? A really good, greasy hamburgerWhat’s your guilty (food) pleasure?Candy, […]
PANAMA CITY — Even on his day off, Erick Rogers was cooking in The Bistro kitchen.”No matter what mental state I’m in, it helps me diffuse it in the process of cooking. When something stresses me, it gives me relaxation. … (Read More)
JAN WADDY News Herald Features Editor @JanWaddy1 Name: Kris Calloway Restaurant: Dolce 101, 11535 Hutchison Blvd., Panama City Beach; 850-249-5300 Age: 37 Hometown: Flagstaff, Ariz. Culinary School: Scottsdale Culinary Institute Accolades: Dolce Enoteca Voted most popular restaurant at Taste of … (Read More)
JAN WADDY News Herald Features Editor @JanWaddy1 Name: John Currence Restaurant: City Grocery, Bouré, Snackbar, The Main Event, Big Bad Breakfast Age: 52 Hometown: New Orleans, La. Accolades: Restaurateur Of The Year and Chef Of The Year awards from the … (Read More)
JAN WADDY News Herald Features Editor @JanWaddy1 PANAMA CITY — By 10 a.m. Friday, the Lang BBQ Smoker parked in front of Angel’s BBQ was wrapping up its night shift. “The old Lang gives it a little Southern flare, … (Read More)
TONY SIMMONS News Herald Writer @PCNHTonyS PANAMA CITY BEACH — There’s more to area eateries than the tasty temptations on the menu. Many favorite restaurants also have intriguing or entertaining centerpieces to fascinate diners or lure passing motorists.
JAN WADDY News Herald Features Editor @JanWaddy1 PANAMA CITY BEACH — Jeff and Stacey Temperley of Eat My Pasty are bringing the taste from across the pond to both sides of the Hathaway Bridge with their new food truck, Temperley’s … (Read More)
Chef Chris Mack shares his recipe for potato salad at Back Beach Barbecue, opening mid-June on Back Beach Road. JAN WADDY News Herald Features Editor @JanWaddy1 Name: Chef Chris Mack Restaurant: Back Beach Barbecue, 19714 Panama City Beach Parkway, Panama … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — Walls have been coming down since Joshalyn Miller and Roger Lemire opened Simple Comforts. Located in Parker’s Hickory Plaza, the building is returning to its Italian roots.”The […]
PANAMA CITY BEACH – Danny and Monica Cosenzi, owners of Restaurant Paradis in Rosemary Beach, have announced their newest venture: Back Beach Barbecue, opening mid-June in Panama City Beach.“Given our passion for the history and legendary style of traditional smoked … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — I skipped breakfast (not including coffee, of course) on Wednesday morning in preparation for brunch at The Pancakery, but the Atomic Bomblette was still a force to be reckoned with.Stuffed and topped with hot sausage, fresh jalapenos … (Read More)
Name, Age: Denise De Priest, 28Years bartending: 10 yearsBar location: Newby’s Endzone Sports Bar, 4103 Thomas Drive, Panama City BeachFavorite Drink to make: “That’s a really broad question! The Green Tea Shot: Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey, peach schnapps, Sour mix, … (Read More)
Name: Chris JoynerRestaurant: Saltwater Grill, 11040 Hutchison Blvd., Panama City Beach; 850-230-2739Age: 39Hometown: Ashford, Ala.Culinary School: Gulf Coast State College (graduated 2002)Accolades: Former Sous Chef at Fish out of Water at Watercolor Inn & Resort on 30A. While Chef de Cuisine at … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — Inspired by an episode of Fox’s “MasterChef Junior” with Gordon Ramsay, which aired its Season 5 finale May 18, my 10-year-old son wanted to make “gnocchi.”Gnocchi are soft, little dumplings, usually made with potatoes and served with a … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Divers head back into the water Saturday on a two-day hunt for Lionfish, and all ages are invited to sample the big catch Sunday along the Grand Lagoon.The sixth annual Lion-Tamer Dive Tournament & Family Fun … (Read More)
Name, Age: Howard Ferguson, 40Years bartending: Over 15 yearsBar location: Barefoot Hide-a-way Bar & Grill, 15405 Front Beach Road, Panama City BeachFavorite Drink to make: “The Barefoot Punch, one of our signature drinks.”What’s the most sold drink in the bar? … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — Don’t underestimate the element of surprise — try something new for Mother’s Day. Area restaurants are hosting Mother’s Day brunch buffets and offering special menus on Sunday to honor all of the Moms in your life. While I … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — Maria Galvan has more than Cinco de Mayo to celebrate this week at Maddie’s La Casita.She now has full ownership of the downtown restaurant, 561 Harrison Ave., and on Tuesday, Mike Burton surprised her with “a little party … (Read More)
Name: Erik KellisonRestaurant: Grits & Grind Breakfast (10343 E. County 30A, Seacrest Beach; 850-231-4021)Age: ugh … 42Hometown: SarasotaCulinary School: American Culinary Academy (but really, 28 years of experienced chefs) […]
SEACREST BEACH — I didn’t know Grits & Grind was missing in my life, until I found it Wednesday morning.Nestled in the west end of La Cocina Mexican Grill and Bar in the Villages at Seacrest Circle, the first original … (Read More)
Chef’s PalateName: Dee BrownRestaurant: Dee’s Hang-Out, 529 N. Richard Jackson Blvd., Panama City BeachAge: 54Hometown: Panama City BeachCulinary School: Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, N.Y.Accolades: Every return customer to the restaurantAfter a long workday, what do you eat? […]
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Kay Parker Shafer’s Florida roots run deep — so naturally, she serves “Florida Cracker” Crab Cakes at Sisters of the Sea Grille & Grog.”My inspiration was from an interview with one of my favorite actors, Robert … (Read More)