Dining

Gather around TJ’s Table for hometown eating

Jennifer Schaeffer, Florida Freedom Newspapers

FREEPORT, FL - What started as a seven-table joint with two Crock pots and two countertop griddles has grown into one of Freeport's favorite eateries in less than a year.     At TJ's Table, you might as well be in Mayberry. TJ runs... Full story

The Black Pearl, a jewel on the Emerald Coast

Tara Roberts, Emeraldcoast.com

OKALOOSA ISLAND, FL - On a recent visit to the Black Pearl I found that it was everything I expected and everything I didn't. Located on the Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, the Black Pearl has a prime spot on the beach, where every table has a wonderful... Full story

Murder on the Rebound

 DeFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL - Join Act4Murder as they perform Murder of the Rebound on June 4 at Bogey's Bar and Restaurant. The show, written by Act4Murder founder Paula Hilton, revolves around a group of friends who suddenly, unexpectedly, and... Full story

Act4Murder Dinner Theatre

FORT WALTON BEACH - Join Act4Murder as they perform their hilarious new show, The Mystery of Red Leg the Dreaded, Pirate of the Gulf, at Fokker's Sports Bar in Fort Walton Beach on May 29 and 30. The show, written by Act4Murder founder Paula Hilton,... Full story

Johnny Huston’s neat place to hang out

Tom McLaughlin, Florida Freedom Newspapers

NAVARRE, FL - Walking into Johnny Huston's Grille and Bar is something like, one would imagine, walking onto the set of "Tool Time."     Shiny metal catches the eye immediately upon entering, glittering from all corners of the room. It's... Full story

Helen Back named one of America’s Best Bars

Thomas J. Monigan, Florida Freedom Newspapers

OKALOOSA ISLAND, FL - For the first two months it opened in late 2000, Helen Back Café didn't even have a name. Since then, it's developed into something that's become one of Esquire Magazine's "Best Bars in America."     The... Full story

Bayou Blues finds good niche in Niceville

Colleen Coffield, Florida Freedom Newspapers

NICEVILLE, FL - In the everything old is new again category, the Bayshore Drive space formerly occupied by the Little Ole Lady Trading Post (a great place to buy old things) is now home to one of the area's newest restaurants. Bayou Blues, which touts... Full story

Okaloosa OKs dog dining

Dusty Ricketts, Florida Freedom Newspapers

CRESTVIEW, FL - More local businesses now can open their doors to man's best friend.     Okaloosa County commissioners earlier this week gave final approval of its version of the doggie dining ordinance, which allows dogs in designated... Full story

Emerald Coast Coffee & Grille

Linda Murchison, Florida Freedom Newspapers

DESTIN, FL - If you're headed over the Marler Bridge into Destin and it's time to eat or you're just in the mood for a coffee and a bite, take a right at the first traffic light and visit Emerald Coast Coffee & Grille.     The food... Full story

Sweet Thyme Deli sweet choice for dining

Jennifer Schaefer, Florida Freedom Newspapers

FORT WALTON BEACH, FL - Sweet Thyme Deli has been part of downtown Fort Walton Beach's dining scene for nearly five years, serving breakfast and lunch plates seven days a week.     You may have missed this gem that's hidden on Ferry... Full story

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