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  1. Desso

    Jimmy Buffett Tickets Gone In Minutes

    We had 8 tickets in our hand. We went to Mobile, AL early this morning and stood in line. It was a ridiculous scene. Bad attitudes, screaming babies, and worst of all, SCALPERS. We wondered how long before tickets would show up on Ebay and Craigslist. They were already listed by 10:11 on both...
  2. Desso

    Where to dine for freshest, local seafood?

    I thought you may have a secret route. From Blue Mountain it takes me about 45 minutes. I get my oysters from the there for my stew and the stuffing I make during the holidays. They'll save me a pint or two of oyster liquor if I ask. I try to go a couple of times a month for half-shell. Good...
  3. Desso

    Where to dine for freshest, local seafood?

    Love "that place" in Millville. Been going since I was a kid. Iris, I'm curious. How do you get there in less than thirty minutes from Sowal?
  4. Desso

    Found: female chocolate lab on Seagrove Beach at Eastern Lake on June 5. No collar

    we talk that way we want 2 ok get over it just cause u don't get it i talk this time and i like it ok the tardos taken over this site ok get a life cause i got one ok yeah i ain't never quiten ok no 1 can tell us to do nuthin ok. AAAAAAAAA! we do what we want get it now do u understand what is...
  5. Desso

    Found: female chocolate lab on Seagrove Beach at Eastern Lake on June 5. No collar

    First of all, how about some empathy for both parties involved. Each did what they thought was best under the circumstances. It's a difficult situation, but not one without precedent. Considering the timeline and actions taken by each party, ownership of Jessie was not transfered. Although Eliz...
  6. Desso

    Vehicle Beach Permits - Renewal Period

    I think they were trying to catch those who were not paying close attention off guard. I am afraid this old tradition in Grayton is going to be moth-balled soon. No increases in the numbers of permits are forthcoming from what I understand. No matter how loud you howl.
  7. Desso

    The Beef Jerky Outlet - Destin

    "Beef jerky time!" - Billy Ray Valentine
  8. Desso

    Asking for your opinion

    Probably an honest mistake. I have done the same thing as a diner. I let it ride. I'm sure it was appreciated.
  9. Desso

    Why was Jail findings report removed from the BCC agenda?

    The report sounds like a lot of small, dysfunctional businesses I have dealt with. The response about the same. Thanks for posting WCTA.
  10. Desso

    Memorial Day Weekend Safety and Sobriety Checkpoint

    I found this as an explanation to why these announcements are necessary. This was posted by a practicing Florida attorney. Apparently this is the case in Florida. I've noticed this practice in Mobile,AL also, but as you noted, never in ATL. The US Supreme Court, in invalidating a general...
  11. Desso

    Memorial Day Weekend Safety and Sobriety Checkpoint

    At that particular spot, they should do a pretty brisk business. I will be curious see what they come up with. I wish they wouldn't announce the times and the spots. Do they do this for a legal reason or is it a just a courtesy to drunk drivers?
  12. Desso

    Job Wanted Any Restaurants hiring Line Cooks or Kitchen Help?

    You are correct, NightAngel. I'll keep the unsolicited advice to myself next time. Good luck.
  13. Desso

    Job Wanted Any Restaurants hiring Line Cooks or Kitchen Help?

    Just a small piece of restaurant hiring advice. Restaurants are always hiring. Get a list and with hat in hand go to first, the places you want to work at. It's a sales job. Present yourself, give your credentials, ask for a job. Face to face. If the answer is no, you've got many more to see...
  14. Desso

    Sanctuary by the sea trying to stake out a "private beach"

    I actually own beach front property. I don't live on it. I would much rather keep what's on it. Nothing. Personally and as a Floridian, I would be embarrassed and ashamed to be running people of "my" beach. Absolutely absurd. Customary and reasonable use is fair to me. Clean up, follow the dune...
  15. Desso

    Wanted Room/Board/Work for Homeless Veteran

    People sometimes assume things because of their own experiences. We ALL make judgments about people every day. Many homeless people have addiction problems and/or mental issues. Not necessarily this gentleman, but it is no stretch that this is often the case. Instead of this thread taking a...
  16. Desso

    Boosterthon Info

    I would not be so certain Boosterthon will return next year. Typically the first year Boosterthon comes to a school, a "record" is set in fundraising. Everyone (almost) glows about the money and character building theme and all is pretty good. The administration is happy with having the money...
  17. Desso

    Highest point along 30a

    There is a small group of mountains between Coatzacoalcos and Tlacotapan, southeast of Veracruz, Mexico I am sure would qualify as the highest point on the Gulf. They are definitely much higher than any point on the U.S. coast.
  18. Desso

    la cocina - what's the secret word??

    Owning and running a restaurant is more than a full-time job. Ask Mr. Rauschkolb. He has more than one. When you delegate most of the the responsibilities out to under-trained, unprofessional, continually changing staff there are going to be problems. You HAVE TO INSIST on excellence or most of...
  19. Desso

    NWF Daily News/ Sonny Mares

    To talk them into coming here. Good luck. The reputation of Florida in England and I quote "It's a hot, dangerous, expensive dump with strange people." Terrance Griffiths, friend and barrister I took exception to the dump part of his statement. I think Mr. Mares was overly impressed by his...
  20. Desso

    Teen on bike hit by truck in Seagrove

    The young man did not die as stated in earlier post. He is in critical condition at Sacred Heart in Pensacola. This is from update in NWF Daily News at 11:30AM Wednesday.
  21. Desso

    What about people with donation buckets at intersections?

    murray, I won't argue with you about what a "fact" is, what "have to" means, or what is or isn't the point. We've stated our position and ne'er the twain shall meet.
  22. Desso

    What about people with donation buckets at intersections?

    I hate to do it, but I must. Using the logic above, what about runners, walkers, and cyclists? They are allowed on the road, in sometimes even more dangerous circumstances. Even in your car, everyday, you risk life and limb when venturing on to our highways and roads. The number of deaths from...
  23. Desso

    What about people with donation buckets at intersections?

    WE don't. I decide for myself and the county powers do what they may.
  24. Desso

    Are Royal Reds in season??

    Yes they are. Shrimpers (on 98), both Goatfeathers Seafood (30A), and Destin Ice Seafood Market all have them.
  25. Desso

    Lowering the speed limit on 30A?

    nr-light, you have to realize this crowd really doesn't like know-it-all visitors/tourist/part-timers who pop down once or a few times a year and expect the world to revolve around them. So much has changed for the locals, whatever their delusions, they have very little control over it. It leads...
  26. Desso

    la cocina - what's the secret word??

    The bloom is off that rose. After my initial thumbs-down dining experience, I've heard very little good coming from that end of 30A involving a certain Mexican restaurant. I went to Fajitas last weekend and thoroughly enjoyed lunch and the service was excellent. And they seemed to actually want...
  27. Desso

    la cocina - what's the secret word??

    La palabra secreta, donde es el jefe.
  28. Desso

    What about people with donation buckets at intersections?

    I state this because it is a fact. Call and ask them yourself. I consider the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Association for Retarded Citizens, The Special Olympics worthy of my stop light/sign donation. This method is not the only one used by these organisations for fund-raising and of course...
  29. Desso

    What about people with donation buckets at intersections?

    I thought the boot was for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. I don't think the firemen get a cut.
  30. Desso

    What about people with donation buckets at intersections?

    See my above post#2. My point exactly.
  31. Desso

    What about people with donation buckets at intersections?

    I didn't know it was still around. I wanted to go when I was a kid. Couldn't sell enough oranges. I, instead, went to Grandma's.
  32. Desso

    What about people with donation buckets at intersections?

    Unfortunately many of these charities have to do some of their fund-raising this way. I agree it isn't the best of circumstances for anyone, but neither are half the things that go on on our roads. Write a check to these worthwhile organisations and perhaps this will go a long way in curbing...
  33. Desso

    What about people with donation buckets at intersections?

    Except for the Fill the Boot campaign, Children Hospitals, and legitimate non-profit charities, keep these people out of the intersection (and their children). Little Brittany's trip to the state cheerleader championship, Ashley's gymnastics tour, and Casey's softball tournament in Miami are not...
  34. Desso

    100 Things Restaurant Staffers Should Never Do

    Often people are treated in the fashion, in which they present themselves. Act like servant, get treated like one. Same with being an ass. Don't be surprised if you are treated in kind.
  35. Desso

    100 Things diners shouldn't do

    In response to the comment of paying more and receiving worse service in Europe. It has not been my experience at all. Perhaps in the tourist traps of the big cities( Paris, London, Madrid), but in general I found the service to be better. I prefer to have my tip be included in the bill and and...
  36. Desso

    100 Things diners shouldn't do

    Use a toothpick at the table.
  37. Desso

    Local Review- Thumbs up: KEN'S AMERICAN BISTROT

    I find it interesting reading all the rave reviews about Ken's and it being empty or almost empty every time I am by there. I live very close by Ken's and continuously eyeball all the businesses on 30A for crowds and activity. It's true Ken's has some of the best food on 30A. It's true the...
  38. Desso

    Infant friendly restaurants

    Actually the point was, many children I've seen around Sowal in restaurants are fairly well-behaved. Not all, but most. On the other hand, drunken, self-centered, overly-opinionated, loud, obnoxious adults outnumber bratty children by a mile. Especially the crowd who must be on the phone and...
  39. Desso

    Infant friendly restaurants

    Some here in Sowal get the stinkeye more often than they realize. And it's not because of the kids. Have a great trip KerriH & family.
  40. Desso

    Blog Posts from Our Just-Concluded Destin Trip

    Hats off to GCCC Culinary Management program. Paul, Billy, and Sandor (yes, the same chef of Sandor's at Seagrove years back) are doing a great job. Plays With Foods writes a damn good review. Unfortunately many of us have already had these same experiences at the same restaurants, but didn't...
  41. Desso

    Cat on the lamb in Daughettes

    Hurray! for Leo and his family. Great news. Smiles everyone Smiles.
  42. Desso

    Blog Posts from Our Just-Concluded Destin Trip

    The lack of fresh seafood at most local restaurants is laughable. I would be embarrassed (which they are not) to serve frozen shrimp and fish when I am so close to the Gulf. I know all about price points, availability, blah, blah. What it really comes down to is laziness and the fact that many...
  43. Desso

    What is "fine dining"?

    Love Cleveland. Great restaurants and people. Definitely not the worst city in the US. I've been to the worst and Cleveland ain't it.
  44. Desso

    Cat on the lamb in Daughettes

    Just wondering about Leo. Did he come home? I've had the boy on my mind. Hope all is well.
  45. Desso

    Ready for Chick-fil-a?

    Does anyone watch Modern Family?
  46. Desso

    30A Songwriters Festival, January 15 -17, 2010

    Rude, obnoxious, self-absorbed drunks on 30A, you are kidding right? You are going to catch some real heat for your honest, succinct observations, SouthernMan. This crowd really isn't up for criticism. Loved the music, liked the venues, but the crowd did leave a lot to be desired. Sorry, but...
  47. Desso

    Questions about Village of Blue Mountain Santa Rosa Beach

    Everyone is entitled to an opinion. The worth of the opinion may be what's in question. Like my Dad use to say "opinions are like.... Everybody has their own. And sometimes you are one." The original poster flyaagal probably has the gist by now, I'm sure. I wouldn't pay for or live in half of...
  48. Desso

    Questions about Village of Blue Mountain Santa Rosa Beach

    I wouldn't go so far as "scourge of 30A", but the property is a bit down at the heels. Look at some other properties and get a knowledgeable realtor. There are plenty of both in this area. Good luck.
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