Have you ever wondered what makes The First Coast so special? Well, in these posts, we’re diving into the top experiences that you can only find in NE Florida.
From surfing waves to exploring “Old Florida” parks, new restaurants and outdoor activities – each adventure is a story waiting to be told. And luckily, Jacksonville and the surrounding beaches have it all, so there’s something for EVERYONE.
Get ready to discover the secrets of these unique NE Florida experiences and why they’re must-visit destinations, whether you live here or are just visiting.
Have you ever wondered what makes The First Coast so special? Well, in these posts, we’re diving into the top experiences that you can only find in NE Florida.
From surfing waves to exploring “Old Florida” parks, new restaurants and outdoor activities – each adventure is a story waiting to be told. And luckily, Jacksonville and the surrounding beaches have it all, so there’s something for EVERYONE.
Get ready to discover the secrets of these unique NE Florida experiences and why they’re must-visit destinations, whether you live here or are just visiting.
Saint Augustine, a favorite tourist destination, is the oldest continuously inhabited city in the United States. Having been founded in 1565, well before Jamestown or Plymouth, the city changed hands between the Spanish and British several times and was home
St. Augustine Part 2 – Henry Flagler and The Ponce Henry Morrison Flagler was born in New York on January 2, 1830. Intelligent and industrious, Flagler was known for using his ingenuity and abilities to turn endeavors into thriving entrepreneurial
DISCOVERING FLORIDA! We all know the story about Ponce de Leon, his search for the Fountain of Youth and his connection with St. Augustine. But here’s a little background information I’d like to share: Although his parents are never identified
“HOME OF THE BAD MOOD DUDE” … Grumpy’s is already well known around town but they just (about 6+ months ago) opened in Neptune Beach so I had to see what the hype was about. Already have my staple favorite
What is it about corned beef that elevates its stature to the level of an Oscar winning musical performance? What is it exactly that makes it so consistently crave-worthy and satisfying? In the 1965 film “The Sound of Music,” Maria
While hot & spicy ingredients such as harissa and sriracha are popular, and plant-based alternatives continue to attract attention, it’s the infusion of global flavors into well-known dishes that have the culinary world abuzz.
Catullo’s needs no introduction by now. They opened up (brick and mortar) in 2019 (they already had a nice following with their Food Truck prior). They are located on the Atlantic/San Pablo Blvd Intersection in the Walmart plaza. But just
Ever since the late sixties, and even more since the Food Network launched in the early 90’s, an increasing number of individuals have been proclaiming their love and appreciation of food. They are called “foodies.” The term “foodie” was coined
It’s heartbreaking to learn that a much loved restaurant is closing its doors after establishing itself as a treasured dining destination and valued part of the community. For me, it’s hard to accept the loss of a place that has
There are hundreds of places for scuba diving enthusiasts to go “blow bubbles” around the world. My favorite so far is Bonaire in the Netherland Antilles. I’ve been there 6 times. You can be in a diver’s paradise in less
Tried Salumeria 104 in Atlantic Beach. Very impressed. New York strip and steaks are not pan-seared; they do them in a special Josper oven that’s imported from Italy. Picked the mushroom wine sauce out of the three options. It was
In the glitzy, thumping and bumping, high-octane world of 70’s disco, late-night revelers looking to refuel after a long night of dancing found the perfect dish – Disco Fries. After nearly 50 years, this dish, and variations on the theme,
