No matter how much wine and beer we bring to the beach with us, it always disappears too fast. (wonder how that happens :roll: ) We end up having to replenish supplies so I'd love it if all the locals chimed in with their Best Buys and Great Finds.
And even better, what food you matched it with! I'd love to know what locally purchased white wine would go with the shrimp and fish I get at Goatfeathers, or what beer goes with that Kobe beef burger.
There are lots of wines and beers I see on 30-A that I know will never make it north of the Mason-Dixon line, so tell all!!! I'm thirsty. ;-)
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Funnkalicious
No matter how much wine and beer we bring to the beach with us, it always disappears too fast. (wonder how that happens :roll: ) We end up having to replenish supplies so I'd love it if all the locals chimed in with their Best Buys and Great Finds.
And even better, what food you matched it with! I'd love to know what locally purchased white wine would go with the shrimp and fish I get at Goatfeathers, or what beer goes with that Kobe beef burger.Because Merman cracks beers at noon. And offers them out!
There are lots of wines and beers I see on 30-A that I know will never make it north of the Mason-Dixon line, so tell all!!! I'm thirsty. ;-)
You drink fancy beer though. Tom Thumb does it for me.
SoWal Expert
No matter how much wine and beer we bring to the beach with us, it always disappears too fast. (wonder how that happens :roll: ) We end up having to replenish supplies so I'd love it if all the locals chimed in with their Best Buys and Great Finds.
And even better, what food you matched it with! I'd love to know what locally purchased white wine would go with the shrimp and fish I get at Goatfeathers, or what beer goes with that Kobe beef burger.
There are lots of wines and beers I see on 30-A that I know will never make it north of the Mason-Dixon line, so tell all!!! I'm thirsty. ;-)
Me too. ;-) And I have the power to take a few bottles across the Mason-Dixon line!!
Beach Fanatic
SJ recommended Chan's Wine World on a previous thread. It's not on 30-A but not far. I bought some Menage a Trois Rose wine there from the Folie A Deux Winery. It is my new personal favorite. There is a white blend as well. Very reasonably priced. A bottle or two will be coming home in my suitcase next visit.
beats on hood
The best deal we've ever seen on beer was on Labor Day weekend at Seagrove Publix where they had 18-packs of Miller Lite for $4.95 - I KID YOU NOT! We didn't buy enough. We should have filled a room with it. My daughter and her boyfriend loaded up his car with as much as they could possibly shove in and took it back to GT.
As far as cheap vino goes, Seagrove Publix used to carry Coastal Ridge Chardonnay. I say "used to" - maybe it just sells out fast. I haven't seen it in a while there, although I find it at our local Publix. It's $9.99 for 1.5 L (it was $9.49 in December). Shades charges $6 a glass for it. You do the math.
If you want good stuff, I can't make any recommendations. Margaux's and Fermentations are gone. We're not wild about the place closest to us. The person working there seems annoyed whenever we ask for a recommendation. He has no social skills. Even after a kajillion visits, when we'd try to make small-talk with him, he acted as if he were thinking, "I don't give a eff if I talk to you." We've decided not to give him our business, even though it's close by.
As far as cheap vino goes, Seagrove Publix used to carry Coastal Ridge Chardonnay. I say "used to" - maybe it just sells out fast. I haven't seen it in a while there, although I find it at our local Publix. It's $9.99 for 1.5 L (it was $9.49 in December). Shades charges $6 a glass for it. You do the math.
If you want good stuff, I can't make any recommendations. Margaux's and Fermentations are gone. We're not wild about the place closest to us. The person working there seems annoyed whenever we ask for a recommendation. He has no social skills. Even after a kajillion visits, when we'd try to make small-talk with him, he acted as if he were thinking, "I don't give a eff if I talk to you." We've decided not to give him our business, even though it's close by.
Beach Fanatic
Cocoons II, which may have been consolidated into Cocoons had a very nice wine selection--some at reasonable prices.
Beach Fanatic
The best deal we've ever seen on beer was on Labor Day weekend at Seagrove Publix where they had 18-packs of Miller Lite for $4.95 - I KID YOU NOT! We didn't buy enough. We should have filled a room with it. My daughter and her boyfriend loaded up his car with as much as they could possibly shove in and took it back to GT.
All the beer destined for New Orleans was dumped on the market.
Funnkalicious
Publix has a nice Champagne tasting on New Year's Eve.
beats on hood
All the beer destined for New Orleans was dumped on the market.Oh, really! That's very interesting. We always wonder about how that happened. Thanks for the info.
So, like, I can't expect the same thing next Labor Day. Don't get me wrong - I'd rather pay whatever than go through "that" - not saying the words - don't wanna jinx it.
pickyAuthor
Because Merman cracks beers at noon. And offers them out!
You drink fancy beer though. Tom Thumb does it for me.
No secrets with you, Kimmifunn! We actually do get beer at Tom Thumb, though. Sometimes we don't arrive 'til past midnight and that's the only place close by that is open. They have great prices, too. Even if it's not fancy beer.
I've bought the Bacardi lemon rum at the liquor store by Publix and the guy was really knowledgeable about the hard stuff. We haven't bought any wine there (yet). STLDon, we've had good luck at Cocoons, if you mean the place that's by the art gallery that's not in business. What was the name of that? Art that doesn't match the couch? or something along those lines.
Beach Fanatic
No secrets with you, Kimmifunn! We actually do get beer at Tom Thumb, though. Sometimes we don't arrive 'til past midnight and that's the only place close by that is open. They have great prices, too. Even if it's not fancy beer.Cocoons II was next to Collaborations and they are both gone, but it may have been into Cocoons.
I've bought the Bacardi lemon rum at the liquor store by Publix and the guy was really knowledgeable about the hard stuff. We haven't bought any wine there (yet). STLDon, we've had good luck at Cocoons, if you mean the place that's by the art gallery that's not in business. What was the name of that? Art that doesn't match the couch? or something along those lines.
beats on hood
Cocoons II was next to Collaborations and they are both gone, but it may have been into Cocoons.Wait a minute. I'm confused. Collaborations is gone and Margaux's is gone, but Cocoon's II replaced Margaux's. Or is Cocoon's II now gone?
Beach Fanatic
Wait a minute. I'm confused. Collaborations is gone and Margaux's is gone, but Cocoon's II replaced Margaux's. Or is Cocoon's II now gone?
Yes - there will be condos there.
beats on hood
Yes - there will be condos there.Wow! As Johnny Carson would say, "I-DID-NOT-KNOW-THAT."
Meow
Wow! As Johnny Carson would say, "I-DID-NOT-KNOW-THAT."
Can't blink too long...it might be gone!
Beach Fanatic
No matter how much wine and beer we bring to the beach with us, it always disappears too fast. (wonder how that happens :roll: ) We end up having to replenish supplies so I'd love it if all the locals chimed in with their Best Buys and Great Finds.Mermaid - try Larder - the Owners know a lot about wine -they have all price points and a great selection.
And even better, what food you matched it with! I'd love to know what locally purchased white wine would go with the shrimp and fish I get at Goatfeathers, or what beer goes with that Kobe beef burger.
There are lots of wines and beers I see on 30-A that I know will never make it north of the Mason-Dixon line, so tell all!!! I'm thirsty. ;-)
pickyAuthor
Mermaid - try Larder - the Owners know a lot about wine -they have all price points and a great selection.
Thanks, Chickpea. Larder is within walking distance, so we should give it a shot.
Beach Lover
Sam's Club in PC has good prices on liquor, beer & wine. We've also had luck at the Winn Dixie (sign up for the Saver Card) going east on 98. Love the little liquor store on 30-a in Blue Mt. Beach, too.
Meow
Sam's Club in PC has good prices on liquor, beer & wine. We've also had luck at the Winn Dixie (sign up for the Saver Card) going east on 98. Love the little liquor store on 30-a in Blue Mt. Beach, too.
Hello josebby!!! I am going to be down there for the month of April. Any chance of you being there, too?
Beach Lover
I'd love to get out for a drink with you and all of the SoWal gulls! I'll try my best to be there in April. It IS the best month of all!
Beach Fanatic
Lots of places to buy wine and beer, already listed.
But on the liqour store side, my favorite is the Carousel in Sunnyside (or is it Laguna). It's a bit of a drive from 30A, but the selection is quite diverse and prices are good too.
But on the liqour store side, my favorite is the Carousel in Sunnyside (or is it Laguna). It's a bit of a drive from 30A, but the selection is quite diverse and prices are good too.
Meow
I am not much of a beer drinker anymore, but I tried a Heineken (sp) last weekend for the first time. It was very smooth...anymore I should try? There used to be a beer called Tequiza (sp)..anyone know if it is still out there? It is tasty!
Beach Comber
BIG wine and food person here (I'm a culinary school grad and my hubbie is a chef) - this is our list:
Everyday wine - GREAT deals at Publix (catch what is on sale - we've tried things we may not have otherwise and were pleasantly surprised! And we saved a few bucks!)
Sam's also has decent prices but, IMO, you don't need to go that distance just for purchasing wine. The prices aren't drastically reduced. Pick up some wine if you are there anyhow is my point.
Occassion wine - Chans - you just can't beat their selection but their prices ARE higher so don't buy your everyday wine at Chans (you can get the same bottle at Publix for a few bucks cheaper). Chan's in Destin also now has a cheese counter - you MUST try their cheese and pate if you are into those things. For us, the stinker the better but they also have some amazing triple cremes that are heaven.
Larder is also an amazing place - go there for a glass of vino and something to eat (they serve tapas-sized items that are all yummy). The owners are passionate foodies and they have an amazing spot. As far as going there just to buy wine to take home? I've only gone there to eat and drink wine so I can't tell you about price.
In a pinch, there is the wine store in Blue Mountain Beach and the convenience store in Grayton Corner has some wines.
Everyday wine - GREAT deals at Publix (catch what is on sale - we've tried things we may not have otherwise and were pleasantly surprised! And we saved a few bucks!)
Sam's also has decent prices but, IMO, you don't need to go that distance just for purchasing wine. The prices aren't drastically reduced. Pick up some wine if you are there anyhow is my point.
Occassion wine - Chans - you just can't beat their selection but their prices ARE higher so don't buy your everyday wine at Chans (you can get the same bottle at Publix for a few bucks cheaper). Chan's in Destin also now has a cheese counter - you MUST try their cheese and pate if you are into those things. For us, the stinker the better but they also have some amazing triple cremes that are heaven.
Larder is also an amazing place - go there for a glass of vino and something to eat (they serve tapas-sized items that are all yummy). The owners are passionate foodies and they have an amazing spot. As far as going there just to buy wine to take home? I've only gone there to eat and drink wine so I can't tell you about price.
In a pinch, there is the wine store in Blue Mountain Beach and the convenience store in Grayton Corner has some wines.
Beach Fanatic
Grayton General Store has a good beer selection and some of the best prices. They sell enough of it so that it's fresh. If you like imports/microbrews, some of the places around here don't sell enough and you can get a nasty stale six-pack.
Publix has great prices on everyday type wines. The Pepperwood Chard is only like six-bucks. Again, fresh product.
Publix has great prices on everyday type wines. The Pepperwood Chard is only like six-bucks. Again, fresh product.
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