Food

Café Thirty-A will host its annual Christmas Charity Ball benefiting Caring and Sharing of South Walton on Saturday, December 2, 2023. 

 Northwest Florida chef and restaurateur Jim Shirleyhas announced the opening of 87 Central Square on November 9, 2023, bringing an exciting addition to the vibrant culinary scene in Seaside.

This new wine bar, dining, and entertainment destination takes inspiration from the world’s most charming outdoor gathering spots, offering guests a unique blend of Southern hospitality and global allure.

Alys Beach Crafted will be held October 25-28 in Alys Beach, Florida.

Come out and enjoy Alys Beach Crafted to include Makers Market on Friday and Saturday (free and open to the public), as well as a variety of ticketed sessions each day including art/craft workshops, cocktail seminars, Spirited Soirée, and Firkin Fête. See the schedule of events for Alys Beach Crafted 2023 and get your tickets early!

Down Island has recently introduced Fall Fridays with late night live music from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. (no cover) every Friday night this fall.

Late night goers will enjoy food from 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. including seasoned goldfish, andouille corn dogs, smoked fish dip, fried pickles and of course, Janca Juice (a signature drink created in memory of Chef Brannon Janca)! The restaurant closes at 2:00 a.m.

Taster tickets are on sale now for the 9th Annual Eggs on the Beach Big Green Egg Cooking Competition to be held on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach.

Tasters enjoy unlimited bites, and receive five votes to vote for their favorites and award the 2023 People’s Choice Awards.

The Market Shops will host its Eighth Annual Bloody Mary Festival, benefiting Habitat for Humanity - Walton County, on Saturday, October 14.

The annual event, powered by Step One Automotive Group, will feature unlimited tastes of South Walton’s most creative and innovative bloody marys, made with Distillery 98’s Dune Laker Vodka, served by the finest establishments along the Emerald Coast.

Ovide, the signature restaurant at Hotel Effie at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, has launched new breakfast, brunch and dinner menus highlighting the flavors of the Gulf Coast and the freshest, in-season ingredients.

All menus include ample vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. Located steps from The Village of Baytowne Wharf, Ovide embraces the local food and cherished flavors of the Gulf Coast and presents them with a sophisticated and refreshing style.

The Point Washington Medical Clinic invites you to join them as they celebrate another year serving the community – and the seventh annual Harvest Moon Celebration fundraiser to support the mission of the clinic: to build a stronger and healthier community by providing high-quality primary health care regardless of the patient’s means or access.  

Learn more about the Harvest Moon fundraiser and purchase tickets:
https://e.givesmart.com/events/sa0/

There are multiple  ways to support PWMC on Saturday, September 30th:

Red Fish Taco and Blues Musicians Society present an all day BLUES EVENT Saturday, September 2 from 3PM - 9PM. Featuring wailing guitars, originals, and cover of the Blues Masters, Red Fish invites you to the Blues, Taco & Tequila Fest on Labor Day weekend. NO COVER!

Blues, Tacos & Tequila Fest
Saturday, September 2nd | 3PM - 9PM
3 - 4:10PM: Kelly & The Healers
4:20 - 5:15PM: D. Scott Riggs
5:20 - 6:20PM: Smilin' Fritz
6:30 - 7:40PM: Prodigal Blues
7:50 - 9:00PM: Cat Daddy Blues Band

Pescado offers all the food, drinks, and views you could ever want!