It’s shoulder season in SoWal and our friends at Local Catch are showing some serious love to the SoWal community that helped get the word out about their wonderful restaurant. Now in their fourth year of business, owners Jimmy Hasser and Adam Yellin are dedicating the menu this fall to the local crowd.
Jimmy & Adam
Everyone likes to take a walk on the beach, but some of us have a real need to walk on the beach. We crave a connection with nature and feel the beach is a great place to do it. We don't just look at a dune and see a pretty sight. We see something that touches our souls. That's true of Russ Gilbert. He moved here over 20 years ago from nearby Chipley and hasn't regretted it for a second.
There are a many reasons why Angelina’s Pizzeria and Pasta in Seagrove Beach has been a success for more than 20 years, but the most important are the great food and warm, friendly service. When Brian and Jan Ethridge moved to SoWal in 1994 to open their little Italian eatery, they wanted nothing more than to offer home-style cuisine by the beach - and they have succeeded.
May 4, 2015 by admin
The Market Shops as an upscale, neighborhood-style shopping, dining and entertainment center. Unique retailers, specialty boutiques and an array of eateries from casual to fine dining dot the landscape. The expanded East Lawn and Courtyard feature live music and local events, including the popular Bloody Mary Festival. Enjoy strolling through the covered sidewalks while you shop, dine and play.
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“This is my favorite part, hear the bass thumping? Sometimes it’ll be tribal music, and sometimes it’s classical,” says Madra McDonald, Justin Gaffrey’s publicist. Surrounded by Point Washington State Forest, we walk across the gravel driveway into the warehouse Justin built to accommodate his growing creative interests, which now include welding and sculpting.
April 29, 2015 by admin
Gulf Place is one of South Walton’s most beloved places to eat, shop, play and stay. The outdoor lifestyle center is located between Blue Mountain Beach and Inlet beach at the intersection of CR 30A and CR 393, across the street from Ed Walline Beach Access. With on-street parking directly in front of retail stores, tree-lined streets, sidewalks and footpaths, an Artist Colony, crave-worthy dining options, as well as a 2-acre amphitheater for community events and weddings, you’ll find plenty of reasons to love Gulf Place.
April 29, 2015 by admin
Destin Commons is the place to see and be seen at the beach. The open air lifestyle center has been at the heart of our community for over 10 years, and they’re only growing in size and reputation. With over 90 shops and restaurants, community events, and one of the best playgrounds in town, you’re sure to find a little fun for everyone.
March 12, 2015 by admin
Grand Boulevard is South Walton's premier shop, eat, play and stay destination. Located near the entrance to Sandestin, the outdoor lifestyle center features exclusive boutiques and eateries, renowned national retail brands, a wide mix of specialty services, as well as the only movie theater in South Walton where you can catch the latest flicks,
The crew at Local Catch Bar and Grill invited the SoWal Staff to sample their amazing new Fall menu and we were not disappointed! Local Catch is one of our favorite spots in South Walton for great food and service, and locals know it’s the place to go for good eats, tasty drinks and homegrown music in a fun-loving atmosphere.
Artist Joe Elmore is a big fella. Some would describe him as being “larger than life.” Although he excels in almost every art medium, his huge wood sculptures reflect his skills with the chainsaw. Witness the huge cypress Indian head and California redwood buffalo sculptures that grace the entrance to his gallery, Elmore’s Landing, located on Hwy 331 just north of South Walton High School. The huge piece of redwood used for his big buffalo sculpture washed out of a California state park.
