Experiences

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 just visiting.

Experiences

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 just visiting.

Grumpy’s Restaurant Neptune Beach

“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

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Ode to Corned Beef

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

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Discover the Wonders of Wafu Italian

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.

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A Questionable Obsession with Food

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

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Bonaire The Home of Diving Freedom

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

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Disco Fries. C’est Chic.

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,

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Great Chefs. Guilty Pleasures.

Everyone has a guilty pleasure. That certain something that provides tremendous pleasure along with a touch of shameful guilt. For some, this is a trashy romance novel, cheesy movie or binge-watching TV. They can also be indulgences in mass-produced foods

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Fort Mose Historic State Park

I’ve had quite a few folks as about the Jazz & Blues Series going on at Fort Mose Historic State Park so I thought I’d share the info and more images from Friday night’s show with The Legendary Count Basie

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