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Tender Steak & Seafood Introduces New Selections – Chef K.C. Fazel Refreshes Menu For The Season

Spring is in the air and K.C. Fazel, Executive Chef of the elegant TENDER Steak & Seafood at Luxor Hotel and Casino, has infused the restaurant’s menu with the freshest ingredients and flavors of the season to offer guests an unparalleled dining experience.

Fazel has enhanced each selection by introducing a host of new offerings, creating dishes that are made from the purest sources available. “Any recipe is only as good as the ingredients, and the most important part of my job is to find the best ingredients available,” said Fazel.

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Fazel does what it takes to ensure this standard is being met, even if it takes going to Hawaii to meet the fishermen to confirm that the fish are going straight from the line to the ice then immediately delivered to the restaurant overnight. He also has gone to Alaska to visit a lamb farm to see that the animals graze freely and are naturally grass fed.

At TENDER, guests can be assured that they are enjoying a dining experience rich in quality; whether it is butter made from a dairy in Websterville, Vermont or honeycomb from Sonoma, Fazel has considered every detail. For his spring selections, the experienced chef has infused the freshest herbs and vegetables into his dishes, straight from farmers markets in Nevada and California. A few seasonal favorites include starters such as the Split Green Pea and Smoked Ham Hock Soup, made with crisp pancetta and braised Napa cabbage in addition to the Spinach and Arugula Salad comprised of organic spinach, wild arugula, feta cheese, toasted almonds and dried cranberries. Fazel also incorporated a few lighter selections to the Artisan Cheese Plate with the Grafton Village Cheddar and Pleasant Ridge Reserve Gruyere and complemented the selections with honeycomb, fresh honey dates, quince paste and cherry fig chutney, plus freshly-baked baguettes.

This spring and summer TENDER will feature Hawaiian Blue Prawns in Garden Vegetable Minestrone on black forbidden rice and Canadian Skuna Bay Salmon, pan-roasted and served on organic farro pilaf and Mediterranean succotash. To accompany the entrées, TENDER has introduced seasonal side dishes including braised Brussels sprouts stewed in an onion and garlic chicken broth and Sautéed Broccolini tossed in sweet chili sauce.

The elegant 12,000-square-foot restaurant features warm cherry wood walls and soft mood lighting for an upscale dining experience. Decorated with leather seating and antler-crusted chandeliers, the interior offers guests a luxurious ambiance combined with a classic and intimate feel. There is a main dining room, bar and lounge and two smaller private dining rooms for meetings, small parties and more, accommodating 15 to 30 guests, respectively.

About TENDER Steak & Seafood

TENDER Steak & Seafood, the American a la carte steak restaurant using small farm and seasonally produced ingredients, is located at Luxor Hotel and Casino. TENDER Steak & Seafood’s extensive wine list has won the “Wine Spectator Award of Excellence” in 2009, 2010 and 2011. Vast selections of wines are available as half bottles to provide optimal pairing options for guests. The classic décor embodies sophistication and the flavorful menu features main course entrées like the Certified Black Angus Omaha Beef, Maine Sea Scallops and Range-Fed Silver Farms Ribeye, all crafted by Executive Chef K.C. Fazel, who trained under Tom Colicchio. Rated as one of Las Vegas’ top steakhouses, the intimate venue is open daily for dinner from 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. with a cocktail and wine lounge open Sunday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. until midnight and Friday and Saturday from 4:30 p.m. until 1 a.m. For reservations, guests may call 702.262.4852

Tender Steak & Seafood Introduces New Selections – Chef K.C. Fazel Refreshes Menu For The Season

Spring is in the air and K.C. Fazel, Executive Chef of the elegant TENDER Steak & Seafood at Luxor Hotel and Casino, has infused the restaurant’s menu with the freshest ingredients and flavors of the season to offer guests an unparalleled dining experience.

Fazel has enhanced each selection by introducing a host of new offerings, creating dishes that are made from the purest sources available. “Any recipe is only as good as the ingredients, and the most important part of my job is to find the best ingredients available,” said Fazel.

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Fazel does what it takes to ensure this standard is being met, even if it takes going to Hawaii to meet the fishermen to confirm that the fish are going straight from the line to the ice then immediately delivered to the restaurant overnight. He also has gone to Alaska to visit a lamb farm to see that the animals graze freely and are naturally grass fed.

At TENDER, guests can be assured that they are enjoying a dining experience rich in quality; whether it is butter made from a dairy in Websterville, Vermont or honeycomb from Sonoma, Fazel has considered every detail. For his spring selections, the experienced chef has infused the freshest herbs and vegetables into his dishes, straight from farmers markets in Nevada and California. A few seasonal favorites include starters such as the Split Green Pea and Smoked Ham Hock Soup, made with crisp pancetta and braised Napa cabbage in addition to the Spinach and Arugula Salad comprised of organic spinach, wild arugula, feta cheese, toasted almonds and dried cranberries. Fazel also incorporated a few lighter selections to the Artisan Cheese Plate with the Grafton Village Cheddar and Pleasant Ridge Reserve Gruyere and complemented the selections with honeycomb, fresh honey dates, quince paste and cherry fig chutney, plus freshly-baked baguettes.

This spring and summer TENDER will feature Hawaiian Blue Prawns in Garden Vegetable Minestrone on black forbidden rice and Canadian Skuna Bay Salmon, pan-roasted and served on organic farro pilaf and Mediterranean succotash. To accompany the entrées, TENDER has introduced seasonal side dishes including braised Brussels sprouts stewed in an onion and garlic chicken broth and Sautéed Broccolini tossed in sweet chili sauce.

The elegant 12,000-square-foot restaurant features warm cherry wood walls and soft mood lighting for an upscale dining experience. Decorated with leather seating and antler-crusted chandeliers, the interior offers guests a luxurious ambiance combined with a classic and intimate feel. There is a main dining room, bar and lounge and two smaller private dining rooms for meetings, small parties and more, accommodating 15 to 30 guests, respectively.

About TENDER Steak & Seafood

TENDER Steak & Seafood, the American a la carte steak restaurant using small farm and seasonally produced ingredients, is located at Luxor Hotel and Casino. TENDER Steak & Seafood’s extensive wine list has won the “Wine Spectator Award of Excellence” in 2009, 2010 and 2011. Vast selections of wines are available as half bottles to provide optimal pairing options for guests. The classic décor embodies sophistication and the flavorful menu features main course entrées like the Certified Black Angus Omaha Beef, Maine Sea Scallops and Range-Fed Silver Farms Ribeye, all crafted by Executive Chef K.C. Fazel, who trained under Tom Colicchio. Rated as one of Las Vegas’ top steakhouses, the intimate venue is open daily for dinner from 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. with a cocktail and wine lounge open Sunday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. until midnight and Friday and Saturday from 4:30 p.m. until 1 a.m. For reservations, guests may call 702.262.4852

Tender Steak & Seafood Introduces New Selections – Chef K.C. Fazel Refreshes Menu For The Season

Spring is in the air and K.C. Fazel, Executive Chef of the elegant TENDER Steak & Seafood at Luxor Hotel and Casino, has infused the restaurant’s menu with the freshest ingredients and flavors of the season to offer guests an unparalleled dining experience.

Fazel has enhanced each selection by introducing a host of new offerings, creating dishes that are made from the purest sources available. “Any recipe is only as good as the ingredients, and the most important part of my job is to find the best ingredients available,” said Fazel.

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Fazel does what it takes to ensure this standard is being met, even if it takes going to Hawaii to meet the fishermen to confirm that the fish are going straight from the line to the ice then immediately delivered to the restaurant overnight. He also has gone to Alaska to visit a lamb farm to see that the animals graze freely and are naturally grass fed.

At TENDER, guests can be assured that they are enjoying a dining experience rich in quality; whether it is butter made from a dairy in Websterville, Vermont or honeycomb from Sonoma, Fazel has considered every detail. For his spring selections, the experienced chef has infused the freshest herbs and vegetables into his dishes, straight from farmers markets in Nevada and California. A few seasonal favorites include starters such as the Split Green Pea and Smoked Ham Hock Soup, made with crisp pancetta and braised Napa cabbage in addition to the Spinach and Arugula Salad comprised of organic spinach, wild arugula, feta cheese, toasted almonds and dried cranberries. Fazel also incorporated a few lighter selections to the Artisan Cheese Plate with the Grafton Village Cheddar and Pleasant Ridge Reserve Gruyere and complemented the selections with honeycomb, fresh honey dates, quince paste and cherry fig chutney, plus freshly-baked baguettes.

This spring and summer TENDER will feature Hawaiian Blue Prawns in Garden Vegetable Minestrone on black forbidden rice and Canadian Skuna Bay Salmon, pan-roasted and served on organic farro pilaf and Mediterranean succotash. To accompany the entrées, TENDER has introduced seasonal side dishes including braised Brussels sprouts stewed in an onion and garlic chicken broth and Sautéed Broccolini tossed in sweet chili sauce.

The elegant 12,000-square-foot restaurant features warm cherry wood walls and soft mood lighting for an upscale dining experience. Decorated with leather seating and antler-crusted chandeliers, the interior offers guests a luxurious ambiance combined with a classic and intimate feel. There is a main dining room, bar and lounge and two smaller private dining rooms for meetings, small parties and more, accommodating 15 to 30 guests, respectively.

About TENDER Steak & Seafood

TENDER Steak & Seafood, the American a la carte steak restaurant using small farm and seasonally produced ingredients, is located at Luxor Hotel and Casino. TENDER Steak & Seafood’s extensive wine list has won the “Wine Spectator Award of Excellence” in 2009, 2010 and 2011. Vast selections of wines are available as half bottles to provide optimal pairing options for guests. The classic décor embodies sophistication and the flavorful menu features main course entrées like the Certified Black Angus Omaha Beef, Maine Sea Scallops and Range-Fed Silver Farms Ribeye, all crafted by Executive Chef K.C. Fazel, who trained under Tom Colicchio. Rated as one of Las Vegas’ top steakhouses, the intimate venue is open daily for dinner from 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. with a cocktail and wine lounge open Sunday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. until midnight and Friday and Saturday from 4:30 p.m. until 1 a.m. For reservations, guests may call 702.262.4852

Tender Steak & Seafood Introduces New Selections – Chef K.C. Fazel Refreshes Menu For The Season

Spring is in the air and K.C. Fazel, Executive Chef of the elegant TENDER Steak & Seafood at Luxor Hotel and Casino, has infused the restaurant’s menu with the freshest ingredients and flavors of the season to offer guests an unparalleled dining experience.

Fazel has enhanced each selection by introducing a host of new offerings, creating dishes that are made from the purest sources available. “Any recipe is only as good as the ingredients, and the most important part of my job is to find the best ingredients available,” said Fazel.

CUT

Fazel does what it takes to ensure this standard is being met, even if it takes going to Hawaii to meet the fishermen to confirm that the fish are going straight from the line to the ice then immediately delivered to the restaurant overnight. He also has gone to Alaska to visit a lamb farm to see that the animals graze freely and are naturally grass fed.

At TENDER, guests can be assured that they are enjoying a dining experience rich in quality; whether it is butter made from a dairy in Websterville, Vermont or honeycomb from Sonoma, Fazel has considered every detail. For his spring selections, the experienced chef has infused the freshest herbs and vegetables into his dishes, straight from farmers markets in Nevada and California. A few seasonal favorites include starters such as the Split Green Pea and Smoked Ham Hock Soup, made with crisp pancetta and braised Napa cabbage in addition to the Spinach and Arugula Salad comprised of organic spinach, wild arugula, feta cheese, toasted almonds and dried cranberries. Fazel also incorporated a few lighter selections to the Artisan Cheese Plate with the Grafton Village Cheddar and Pleasant Ridge Reserve Gruyere and complemented the selections with honeycomb, fresh honey dates, quince paste and cherry fig chutney, plus freshly-baked baguettes.

This spring and summer TENDER will feature Hawaiian Blue Prawns in Garden Vegetable Minestrone on black forbidden rice and Canadian Skuna Bay Salmon, pan-roasted and served on organic farro pilaf and Mediterranean succotash. To accompany the entrées, TENDER has introduced seasonal side dishes including braised Brussels sprouts stewed in an onion and garlic chicken broth and Sautéed Broccolini tossed in sweet chili sauce.

The elegant 12,000-square-foot restaurant features warm cherry wood walls and soft mood lighting for an upscale dining experience. Decorated with leather seating and antler-crusted chandeliers, the interior offers guests a luxurious ambiance combined with a classic and intimate feel. There is a main dining room, bar and lounge and two smaller private dining rooms for meetings, small parties and more, accommodating 15 to 30 guests, respectively.

About TENDER Steak & Seafood

TENDER Steak & Seafood, the American a la carte steak restaurant using small farm and seasonally produced ingredients, is located at Luxor Hotel and Casino. TENDER Steak & Seafood’s extensive wine list has won the “Wine Spectator Award of Excellence” in 2009, 2010 and 2011. Vast selections of wines are available as half bottles to provide optimal pairing options for guests. The classic décor embodies sophistication and the flavorful menu features main course entrées like the Certified Black Angus Omaha Beef, Maine Sea Scallops and Range-Fed Silver Farms Ribeye, all crafted by Executive Chef K.C. Fazel, who trained under Tom Colicchio. Rated as one of Las Vegas’ top steakhouses, the intimate venue is open daily for dinner from 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. with a cocktail and wine lounge open Sunday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. until midnight and Friday and Saturday from 4:30 p.m. until 1 a.m. For reservations, guests may call 702.262.4852

Tender Steak & Seafood Introduces New Selections – Chef K.C. Fazel Refreshes Menu For The Season

Spring is in the air and K.C. Fazel, Executive Chef of the elegant TENDER Steak & Seafood at Luxor Hotel and Casino, has infused the restaurant’s menu with the freshest ingredients and flavors of the season to offer guests an unparalleled dining experience.

Fazel has enhanced each selection by introducing a host of new offerings, creating dishes that are made from the purest sources available. “Any recipe is only as good as the ingredients, and the most important part of my job is to find the best ingredients available,” said Fazel.

CUT

Fazel does what it takes to ensure this standard is being met, even if it takes going to Hawaii to meet the fishermen to confirm that the fish are going straight from the line to the ice then immediately delivered to the restaurant overnight. He also has gone to Alaska to visit a lamb farm to see that the animals graze freely and are naturally grass fed.

At TENDER, guests can be assured that they are enjoying a dining experience rich in quality; whether it is butter made from a dairy in Websterville, Vermont or honeycomb from Sonoma, Fazel has considered every detail. For his spring selections, the experienced chef has infused the freshest herbs and vegetables into his dishes, straight from farmers markets in Nevada and California. A few seasonal favorites include starters such as the Split Green Pea and Smoked Ham Hock Soup, made with crisp pancetta and braised Napa cabbage in addition to the Spinach and Arugula Salad comprised of organic spinach, wild arugula, feta cheese, toasted almonds and dried cranberries. Fazel also incorporated a few lighter selections to the Artisan Cheese Plate with the Grafton Village Cheddar and Pleasant Ridge Reserve Gruyere and complemented the selections with honeycomb, fresh honey dates, quince paste and cherry fig chutney, plus freshly-baked baguettes.

This spring and summer TENDER will feature Hawaiian Blue Prawns in Garden Vegetable Minestrone on black forbidden rice and Canadian Skuna Bay Salmon, pan-roasted and served on organic farro pilaf and Mediterranean succotash. To accompany the entrées, TENDER has introduced seasonal side dishes including braised Brussels sprouts stewed in an onion and garlic chicken broth and Sautéed Broccolini tossed in sweet chili sauce.

The elegant 12,000-square-foot restaurant features warm cherry wood walls and soft mood lighting for an upscale dining experience. Decorated with leather seating and antler-crusted chandeliers, the interior offers guests a luxurious ambiance combined with a classic and intimate feel. There is a main dining room, bar and lounge and two smaller private dining rooms for meetings, small parties and more, accommodating 15 to 30 guests, respectively.

About TENDER Steak & Seafood

TENDER Steak & Seafood, the American a la carte steak restaurant using small farm and seasonally produced ingredients, is located at Luxor Hotel and Casino. TENDER Steak & Seafood’s extensive wine list has won the “Wine Spectator Award of Excellence” in 2009, 2010 and 2011. Vast selections of wines are available as half bottles to provide optimal pairing options for guests. The classic décor embodies sophistication and the flavorful menu features main course entrées like the Certified Black Angus Omaha Beef, Maine Sea Scallops and Range-Fed Silver Farms Ribeye, all crafted by Executive Chef K.C. Fazel, who trained under Tom Colicchio. Rated as one of Las Vegas’ top steakhouses, the intimate venue is open daily for dinner from 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. with a cocktail and wine lounge open Sunday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. until midnight and Friday and Saturday from 4:30 p.m. until 1 a.m. For reservations, guests may call 702.262.4852

TREVI at The Forum Shops at Caesars has introduced a new menu and happy hour specials just in time for summer. The first menu change since its grand opening in 2009, the new selections include an array of classic and contemporary Italian selections crafted by Executive Chef Peter Scaturro. An array of delectable new desserts [...] - [Read more]

TREVI at The Forum Shops at Caesars has introduced a new menu and happy hour specials just in time for summer. The first menu change since its grand opening in 2009, the new selections include an array of classic and contemporary Italian selections crafted by Executive Chef Peter Scaturro. An array of delectable new desserts [...] - [Read more]

TREVI at The Forum Shops at Caesars has introduced a new menu and happy hour specials just in time for summer. The first menu change since its grand opening in 2009, the new selections include an array of classic and contemporary Italian selections crafted by Executive Chef Peter Scaturro. An array of delectable new desserts [...] - [Read more]

TREVI at The Forum Shops at Caesars has introduced a new menu and happy hour specials just in time for summer. The first menu change since its grand opening in 2009, the new selections include an array of classic and contemporary Italian selections crafted by Executive Chef Peter Scaturro. An array of delectable new desserts [...] - [Read more]

The wait is over as Gordon Ramsay Steak gives eager guests a peek of what delights await with three photos of signature dishes from the celebrated chef’s highly anticipated dinner menu. Gordon Ramsay Steak opened on Friday, May 11 inside Paris Las Vegas.

Roasted Beef Wellington: Glazed root vegetables, potato puree, red wine demi glace

Acclaimed chef and TV personality Gordon Ramsay brings his flair for exciting cuisine to Paris Las Vegas in one of the most anticipated restaurant openings of 2012. Gordon Ramsay Steak is a high-energy restaurant which playfully transports guests from the Paris resort to the London atmosphere via a unique Euro-tunnel-like entryway.

Yellow Fin Tuna: Tuna sauce, crispy shallots, pickled daikon and miner’s lettuce

Set in the heart of the Paris casino, the modern steakhouse will celebrate Chef Ramsay and the city of London while boasting a creative cocktail program in a lively bar and lounge area. Guests will enjoy mouth-watering steakhouse selections such as savory bone-in rib-eye and the classic Porterhouse. Signature Ramsay dishes ranging from the popular beef Wellington and fish and chips to numerous fresh seafood selections will be offered. The menu is dynamic, the space is one-of-a-kind and the experience is unforgettable.

Royal Long-bone Rib-eye Chop: Grilled 32 oz. prime steak

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The wait is over as Gordon Ramsay Steak gives eager guests a peek of what delights await with three photos of signature dishes from the celebrated chef’s highly anticipated dinner menu. Gordon Ramsay Steak opened on Friday, May 11 inside Paris Las Vegas.

Roasted Beef Wellington: Glazed root vegetables, potato puree, red wine demi glace

Acclaimed chef and TV personality Gordon Ramsay brings his flair for exciting cuisine to Paris Las Vegas in one of the most anticipated restaurant openings of 2012. Gordon Ramsay Steak is a high-energy restaurant which playfully transports guests from the Paris resort to the London atmosphere via a unique Euro-tunnel-like entryway.

Yellow Fin Tuna: Tuna sauce, crispy shallots, pickled daikon and miner’s lettuce

Set in the heart of the Paris casino, the modern steakhouse will celebrate Chef Ramsay and the city of London while boasting a creative cocktail program in a lively bar and lounge area. Guests will enjoy mouth-watering steakhouse selections such as savory bone-in rib-eye and the classic Porterhouse. Signature Ramsay dishes ranging from the popular beef Wellington and fish and chips to numerous fresh seafood selections will be offered. The menu is dynamic, the space is one-of-a-kind and the experience is unforgettable.

Royal Long-bone Rib-eye Chop: Grilled 32 oz. prime steak

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Book Now and Save: Paris Las Vegas

The wait is over as Gordon Ramsay Steak gives eager guests a peek of what delights await with three photos of signature dishes from the celebrated chef’s highly anticipated dinner menu. Gordon Ramsay Steak opened on Friday, May 11 inside Paris Las Vegas.

Roasted Beef Wellington: Glazed root vegetables, potato puree, red wine demi glace

Acclaimed chef and TV personality Gordon Ramsay brings his flair for exciting cuisine to Paris Las Vegas in one of the most anticipated restaurant openings of 2012. Gordon Ramsay Steak is a high-energy restaurant which playfully transports guests from the Paris resort to the London atmosphere via a unique Euro-tunnel-like entryway.

Yellow Fin Tuna: Tuna sauce, crispy shallots, pickled daikon and miner’s lettuce

Set in the heart of the Paris casino, the modern steakhouse will celebrate Chef Ramsay and the city of London while boasting a creative cocktail program in a lively bar and lounge area. Guests will enjoy mouth-watering steakhouse selections such as savory bone-in rib-eye and the classic Porterhouse. Signature Ramsay dishes ranging from the popular beef Wellington and fish and chips to numerous fresh seafood selections will be offered. The menu is dynamic, the space is one-of-a-kind and the experience is unforgettable.

Royal Long-bone Rib-eye Chop: Grilled 32 oz. prime steak

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Book Now and Save: Paris Las Vegas

This weekend’s stormy weather didn’t rain on Darius Rucker’s parade or any of the celebrities who were in town as part of the inaugural Annika & Friends event at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, benefitting the Annika Foundation. CLICK HERE TO... - [Read more]

BeachcomberFL: RT @RoseBchMerchant: Summer calendars filling up! Childrens theatre, block parties, concerts & movies. Heres Moonlight & Movi ... - [Read more]

With the summer season approaching it can be really tempting to bring your pup to the beach.

BeachcomberFL: RT @AJs_Destin: The New Orleans Saintsations Cheerleaders will be at AJs on Saturday night signing autographs! They will be here around ... - [Read more]

BeachcomberFL: RT @MattieKellyArts: The 2012-13 Broadway and Artist Series Season line-up has been announced! Find out more here: http://t.co/WsAlAqNS - [Read more]

That is the question we find ourselves asking.  Is it worth $2 to keep the festival? Or more to the point, would you pay $2 or more to attend the festival and help pay the cost of the festival? The Destin Seafood Festival is in its 34th year. It was... - [Read more]

BeachcomberFL: Today at 5:15... check out the Blessing of the Fleet on the Destin Harbor... http://t.co/jZSGdgyA - [Read more]

The unveiling of Seaside Neighborhood School’s outdoor kitchen and garden plot was kicked up a notch Thursday. Famed television Chef Emeril Lagasse came out to the school to talk about the joy of cooking and christen the freshly completed kitchen.... - [Read more]

Premiere Performers at Academy of the Arts rehearses for An Evening of Performing Arts at 7 p.m. May 19 in the auditorium at South Walton High School. Admission is free. Dress, casual attire. - [Read more]

Visitors and participants alike can agree on one thing about the Sixth Annual May Day Festival held May 5 — it was a great success.  With numerous events going on in DeFuniak Springs, the parking lots were full, vendors had customers, and children... - [Read more]

Rehearsals are under way for Florida Chautauqua’s presentation of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” to be held at 7 p.m. May 10-12 and at 2:30 p.m. May 13 at the Theatre, 840 Baldwin Ave. in DeFuniak Springs. Tickets are $15/adults and... - [Read more]

The Tourist Development Council’ s influence with the community seems to be on the wane with the big loss on its proposed super center.  Is it time to downsize? For years the TDC was the big promoter for our area, and they did a splendid job.  I... - [Read more]

FORT WALTON BEACH — On the occasion of your anniversary, you take your spouse to a fine dining establishment where the seafood dishes are pronounced in French and the check is delivered with the gravitas of a newly minted mortgage. For all other... - [Read more]

My luck requesting recipes from restaurants has been hit or miss over the years. The latest request was to try and locate a recipe from the former Destin restaurant The Lucky Snapper. This restaurant was owned by restaurateur Tom Rice who also owns... - [Read more]

In an attempt to satisfy the Walton County Taxpayers Association, Walton County proposed a cut of approximately $2 million from next year’s budget. The Walton County Board of County Commissioners held a meeting Tuesday in DeFuniak to introduce the... - [Read more]

Ok, gals and guys, I was forced to bite the bullet and turn another year older — on Mothers Day, no less. But, ya know what? It turned out great, and thanks to my kids and special friends, it was one special birthday. My daughters arrived from... - [Read more]

Ready to have a blast? The Red, White, and Blue Celebration is back and honoring more local heroes at HarborWalk Village. Held every Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. through Labor Day, the event highlights the efforts of people who go above and beyond to... - [Read more]

The DeFuniak Springs Economic Development/Tourism Committee will sponsor the First Friday Family Fun Night beginning at 5:30 p.m. June 1. All events will take place on Baldwin Avenue between Seventh and Ninth Streets. Activities include free live... - [Read more]

Frank Sinatra died 14 years ago while Sammy Davis Jr died 22 years ago. ‘The Rat Pack is Back!‘ plays tributes to late superstars nightly in the Crown Theater. It seems like yesterday when “The Rat Pack” was playing at the Sands and now the best re-creation of them pay tribute to them nightly in [...] - [Read more]

Frank Sinatra died 14 years ago while Sammy Davis Jr died 22 years ago. ‘The Rat Pack is Back!‘ plays tributes to late superstars nightly in the Crown Theater. It seems like yesterday when “The Rat Pack” was playing at the Sands and now the best re-creation of them pay tribute to them nightly in [...] - [Read more]

The premiere spot on the Las Vegas Strip for bachelorettes to wine and dine before tying the knot, Cabo Wabo Cantina inside Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, offers exciting party packages for the bride-to-be and her gal-pal posse.

For only $25 each, the bachelorette and her closest friends can indulge in delicious food and receive a complimentary Cabo shot and entry into Chateau Nightclub & Gardens and Gallery Nightclub. Plus, with the purchase of a Cabo Wabo souvenir glass, the party will receive unlimited refills on frozen daiquiris including the signature piña colada and margarita throughout dinner.

An array of appetizers will include chips and salsa, guacamole, chicken taquitos and Cadillac nachos, followed by a choice of any three satisfying entrees: two-item combo plate, chicken Caesar salad or a cheese quesadilla. Additionally, all parties will be treated to a complimentary daiquiri refill in their Cabo Wabo souvenir glass the following day.

Sammy Hagar’s hard rockin’ dining and live music venue Cabo Wabo Cantina combines the laid back beach-town vibe of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, with the excitement of the Las Vegas Strip. Blending coastal Mexican and Tex Mex cuisine, the menu offers a tantalizing mix of flavorful food, killer margaritas and an awesome venue where it is never uncommon to catch the red rocker himself jamming out with a live set on stage. Cabo Wabo Cantina opens daily at 11 a.m., with live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights from 9:30 p.m. until close. For more information about Cabo Wabo Cantina, visit www.cabowabocantina.com or call 702.385.2226.

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The premiere spot on the Las Vegas Strip for bachelorettes to wine and dine before tying the knot, Cabo Wabo Cantina inside Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, offers exciting party packages for the bride-to-be and her gal-pal posse.

For only $25 each, the bachelorette and her closest friends can indulge in delicious food and receive a complimentary Cabo shot and entry into Chateau Nightclub & Gardens and Gallery Nightclub. Plus, with the purchase of a Cabo Wabo souvenir glass, the party will receive unlimited refills on frozen daiquiris including the signature piña colada and margarita throughout dinner.

An array of appetizers will include chips and salsa, guacamole, chicken taquitos and Cadillac nachos, followed by a choice of any three satisfying entrees: two-item combo plate, chicken Caesar salad or a cheese quesadilla. Additionally, all parties will be treated to a complimentary daiquiri refill in their Cabo Wabo souvenir glass the following day.

Sammy Hagar’s hard rockin’ dining and live music venue Cabo Wabo Cantina combines the laid back beach-town vibe of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, with the excitement of the Las Vegas Strip. Blending coastal Mexican and Tex Mex cuisine, the menu offers a tantalizing mix of flavorful food, killer margaritas and an awesome venue where it is never uncommon to catch the red rocker himself jamming out with a live set on stage. Cabo Wabo Cantina opens daily at 11 a.m., with live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights from 9:30 p.m. until close. For more information about Cabo Wabo Cantina, visit www.cabowabocantina.com or call 702.385.2226.

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U.S. Coast Guard Station Destin and Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 1-4 Destin remind everyone that May 19-25 is National Safe Boating Week.  In 2011, drowning was the reported cause of death in almost 75 percent of all boating fatalities. Of those,... - [Read more]

Pier/Surf With the sun shining and a bit of a west wind, the water is clean and calm at the Okaloosa Island Pier. Tuesday morning anglers were pulling in king mackerel, Spanish mackerel and pompano. However, that seems to be happening most days. The... - [Read more]

FORT WALTON BEACH — Clemenza’s at Uptown Station is in the newer addition to the complex. If you find yourself in the older section, simply walk through the breezeway known as Backstage Pass between the former As Seen on TV and More store and... - [Read more]

Mark and Kim Fressell love breads — all kinds of breads — but particularly rustic artisan breads. The couple found themselves frustrated in the local area as they searched for good hearty breads. So they decided to rise to the occasion. Mark has... - [Read more]

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Mothers Day is May 13th! The Emerald Coast has been in perfect form with beach conditions for mothers coming to the Emerald Coast. The Destin area offers many salon and spa options where mothers can get pampered. The Emerald Sanctuary in Sandestin is a great choice to get a massage. Many restuarants will offer Sunday brunches. Great Southern Cafe in Seaside and the Compass Rose in Niceville are two great places to take a mother for brunch.

Seaside will host ArtsQuest. During Mothers Day weekend, ArtsQuest will take place in Seaside on 30-A. The festival will include lots of art and music. There will be 130 international artists displaying many different mediums. Artists in the categories of Best In Show, Best In Category, Awards of Excellence, Awards of Merit and Best Booth will have a chance at $10,000 in cash prizes! Visit www.artsquestflorida.com for festival details.

Reservations are up for 2012! The Emerald Coast experienced record numbers in visitors and business for 2011. The expectations for 2012 look to exceed that of 2011. Reservations for summer months at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort are 15 percent over the same time last year! Sandestin Resort is offering savings up to 20 percent off rates for reservations booked 21 days in advance. Those planning to vacation on the Emerald Coast during the summer months should book in advance to secure accomodations and receive incentives.

Flotation devices required for stand-up paddleboards. Stand-up paddleboards are a frequently seen on local waters. With the popularity growing in recreational paddling, the amount of SUPs on the water is becoming dangerous to both boaters and SUPs. The Coast Guard is enforcing that all SUPs have a personal flotation device and a whistle where boat traffic is present. SUPs that are on the water before sunrise or after sunset must have some kind of light.

Hurricane season begins June 1st. Locals are never excited to know that hurricane season is about to begin. The predictions for 2012 are similar to that of 2011. The Colorado State University Tropical Meteorology Project predicts 10 tropical storms, of which four would become hurricanes. The reason for the less-than-active season include a cooling of the tropical Atlantic Ocean and a developing El Nino in the Pacific Ocean, both of which tend to suppress hurricane activity.

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Spring break has been great for 2012! From Panama City to Destin, the Emerald Coast has experienced a high number of spring breakers. Whales Tail on Old Highway 98 had thousands of spring breakers daily on the beach. Many locals have been amazed by the amount of spring breakers! Spring break is concentrated more in March this year due to Easter being early. Spring break will be over by the end of April.

Norriego Point received emergency dredging. Many boat captains were becoming concerned with how narrow the mouth of the harbor was becoming. Sand from Norriego Point shifted by 70-80 feet into the mouth of the harbor. The city of Destin had to carry-out an emergency dredging project. More than 10,000-cubic yards of sand was dredged and placed back on to Norriego Point. The dredge project cost the city $142,350.

The ALE Reef will be in place by August 2012. A new artificial reef will go into local waters this year. By August, a reef made of pre-fabircated concrete structures should be deployed 21 miles south of Destin. The reef will be about 3 miles from the reef laid around the Monica Lea tugboat in 2011. The name of the reef is the Aquatic Life Ecosystem Reef or the ALE Reef. The project is being funded by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and $3,000 from Okaloosa County.

Vinnie Mcguires is now open! Mcguires Irish Pub is known for their great food and beer. The local favorite has branched out to add a little Italian flavor. Mcguires in Destin took over neighboring Ciao Bella to open Vinnie Mcguires Pizza. The pizza comes in a small for $10 or a large for $16. There are many great toppings and sauces to choose from to create a one of a kind. The Vinnie Mcguires is open 7 days a week from 11-11.

Sea turtles may nest early this year. Unseasonably warm temperatures have the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission thinking sea turtles may start nesting early. The early nesting could be in jeopardy with spring break taking place. Beachgoers are urged to keep a distance and leave nesting turtles alone. Beachfront properties should keep lights to a minimum to avoid disturbing both nesting and hatching turtles. If sea turtles are spotted report the siting to the FFWCC at 1-888-404-FWCC or by text Tip@MyFWC.com

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