Wake up early for a fabulous SoWal sunrise then treat yourself to a delicious southern breakfast.
Whether you’re looking for a great place to sit down with the family or grabbing a quick bite on the go, here’s our latest Sowal List of favorite local breakfast spots.
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Eden Gardens State Park annual Christmas Candlelight Open House will be held Saturday, December 15th from 5 to 8 pm.
Everyone is invited to enjoy the traditional luminary walk to the beautifully decorated rooms of the Wesley House. Each room has been decorated by numerous individuals and civic organizations who lovingly decorate their “room” with a particular theme. The public is asked to vote for their favorite room.
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Walton County Coastal Branch Library hosts Winter Community Programs Wednesdays from Jan 2 through Feb 27, 2019 at 10:00 am. Winter Community Programs are designed for our adult community and families having educational and entertaining value while learning about our community and neighbors. Free and open to the public. This outstanding community winter program is sponsored each year by Friends of the Coastal Branch Library.
Winter Community Programs 2019
Wednesdays at 10am in the Coastal Branch Library Community Room
Free and open to the public
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Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant located on Scenic 30A overlooking the Gulf in Seaside, has again won the state’s highest culinary honor, Florida Trend Magazine's Golden Spoon Hall of Fame Award.
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The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County including South Walton real estate activity for October 2018, with statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida.
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The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast invite you to the first annual Merry Little Christmas Concert on Saturday, December 20th beginning at 6PM at their South Walton Club. Local musicians, including Chris Alvarado, Scott Rockwood, Jacob Mohr and Christina Christian will take the stage and sing the season's favorite holiday tunes. A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit The Boys and Girls Clubs of Bay County.
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The rest of the globe is catching on to what we already know. That South Walton is one of the most special places on the planet!
Our beach community has been selected as one of the 28 Best Places to Visit in 2019, according to National Geographic Traveler’s editors and explorers.
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Grayton Beer Company is hosting the 3rd Annual Grayt Holiday Market on Saturday, December 1 from 10AM to 4PM.
SoWal Gear and Moon Creek Studios will have a double booth with special Holiday pricing on Framed SoWal Photos, Tee Shirts, Hats, Gifts and special merchandise!
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Come to jam, shop, dine, and fill a truck full of needed supplies for the victims of Hurricane Michael at the "Take This Truck & Stuff It" benefit concert featuring Bryan Kennedy and Forrest Williams at Grand Park in Grand Boulevard on Saturday, Nov. 17th from 11am - 3pm.
The most requested and needed items are: air mattresses, sleeping bags, pillows and blankets.
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Angelina’s Pizzeria and Pasta has been tossing pizzas longer than anyone else in SoWal. The family restaurant is a homestyle Italian eatery with great food and warm, friendly service in the heart of Seagrove Beach.
The cozy restaurant serves straightforward Italian classics on special for just $10 during lunch.
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Pet owners and their furry friends have welcomed the new Kindness Pet Hospital East to Seacrest Beach.
Opened in mid-March 2018, the relatively new veterinarian clinic is a natural extension of the original Kindness Pet Hospital located on the west end of Scenic 30A (near Butler Elementary).
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Tis' the season to be jolly!
The Town Center at Grand Boulevard will be awash with thousands of beautiful white lights, bringing a festive and inviting spirit to the Boulevard. Enjoy a free, horse-drawn carriage ride around the Town Center while faux snow falls on the Festival of Trees display in Grand Park every Friday & Saturday evening Nov. 23rd - Dec. 15th between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.
To add to the festivities, Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s Dickensian Carolers will sing popular holiday carols on these evenings between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
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The 11th annual Old Florida Holiday & Winter Market kicks off the season on Saturday, November 24th from 5-9pm in WaterColor’s Town Center and Cerulean Park with the perfect backdrop for a beautiful night. The Old Florida Holiday & Winter Market holiday extravaganza is complete with falling snow, a horse-drawn carriage, a bonfire with s’mores, pictures with Santa Claus, the lighting of the tree, live music, and beautiful luminary lighting throughout the WaterColor community.
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Combine the small-town atmosphere of a beach community parade, throw in a dash of Santa Claus and mix with the official lighting of a remarkable town on Florida's Emerald Coast, and you have the perfect makings to kick off the holiday season in beautiful Seaside.
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Partners Steve Dixon, Jon Kazek, and Chris Morrison (DKM) have truly mastered the art of custom home building. Together, they oversee and manage every aspect of the process.
“We are all Florida-certified general contractors and our talents blend to make it all happen,” explains Steve. “We are on-site, every day, making sure our attention to detail is carried out by our subs.”
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Sterling Resorts 30A is on a mission to create unforgettable vacations for you, your friends, and your family.
The resort management company gives guests and owners the experiences they are seeking, with the levels of freedom and support they desire. Sterling 30A combines cutting edge technology with decades of experience hosting guests and managing homes in South Walton.
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Here in SoWal we kind of have a thing for rooftop bars overlooking the Gulf. We’re used to dining fine, and we also like to keep it casual.
Pescado Seafood Grill & Rooftop Bar is the best of both worlds. Besides, there are way too many creative chefs in town to settle for anything less.
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Bud & Alley’s Waterfront Restaurant on Scenic Highway 30A in Seaside ushers in fall with a festive kick off for the four-day, 28th annual Seeing Red Wine Festival by hosting the much-loved yearly Vintner Dinner.
This year’s Seeing Red Vintner dinner will be held throughout Bud & Alley’s Waterfront Restaurant on Thursday, Nov. 8. A reception begins at 6:30 p.m. and dinner follows at 7 p.m.
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Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation presents the annual Festival of the Arts October 27 & 28 at the MKAF Arts Village in Destin.
Recognized as one of Northwest Florida's premier fine arts shows, the Festival of the Arts, produced by MKAF, is one of the most anticipated cultural events of the year on the Emerald Coast. This year's 23rd annual event is set for October 27-28, 2018 at the Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village in Destin.
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The most recent SoWal Real Estate Report covers all of Walton County including South Walton real estate activity for September 2018, with statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida.
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Nestled among the oaks in Old Seagrove is a proud example of modern architecture. It's a special place to vacation near the Gulf and be a part of the South Walton high life.
The new home makes you feel like you're dreaming from the moment you walk in. Built with luxury and comfort in mind, Day Dreamer can accommodate up to 12 guests and features four unique bedrooms, five bathrooms, a rooftop fire pit, a stunning private pool with cabana, and so much more.
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This fall, reds, whites, and rosés will be uncorked during Seeing Red Wine Festival, four days of wine and culinary events being held in Seaside Nov. 8 - 11, 2018. Recognized as one of the “Top 10 Can’t-Miss Fall Wine Festivals” by Fodor’s Travel, the festival draws attendees from around the world who make the trip to the iconic beach town a yearly tradition.
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Many visitors to SoWal are shocked to find out that much of the stretch of beach between Miramar Beach and Inlet Beach is deeded to beachfront owners. As parking has gotten scarce and chair vendors have taken over much of the public space, competition for a place to relax is getting heated.
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