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Contents Editorial
About Our Cover Artist.........................................................Page 4 If you grew up in the ‘80s—or any time
Harbor View — by Charles Morgan.....................................Page 5 after, thanks to Netflix and basic cable
The Roving Rogue — by Bill Campbell................................Page 6 channels that run the same old movies
The Beachcomber Neighborhood......................................Page 8 over and over and over—you know John
On Stage: Casts Announced for Hughes. For me, the most fascinating thing
NWF Fall Theater Productions..........................................Page 12 was that he wrote and directed successful
The Beat: Blue Lew and Nora, Dreadfest, Les Paul..................Page 17 movies outside the Hollywood system,
Beachcomber Goes to the Movies: then pretty much disappeared from public
A Story of Pearls, Passion and Potage.............................Page 22 view in the ‘90s.
Business Profile: Kitchenique................................................Page 24
Hughes was celebrated after his unex-
Apples of My Eye: Johnny McTighe’s...................................Page 27 pected death at the age of 59 for having
Book Review: Coming of Age in Fantasyland......................Page 33 created some of the most enduring teen-
age movies of any era. Those films were
Regular Features a response to the endless series of post-
Mystery Photo Contest........................................................Page 10 Porky’s comedies that painted high school
Art & Antiques......................................................................Page 11 students as one-dimensional horndogs,
and Hughes found a way to balance the
Happy Birthday!...................................................................Page 11
weightier concerns of young people with
Places to Go, Things to Do .................................................Page 13 hilarious situations.
Barcomber..........................................................................Page 18
Around Town — Sports Bars, Library Events, I first became aware of Hughes in the
Beachside Worship Services...........................................Page 26 National Lampoon—once a vital humor mag-
Casino Entertainment.........................................................Page 26 azine, currently a brand name for direct-
Restaurant Guide................................................................Page 29 to-video sludge. Hughes wrote a number
Tide and Sunset Charts........................................................Page 32 of brilliant stories for the magazine after
Activities & Outdoors...........................................................Page 34 the big names—Michael O’Donoghue,
Doug Kenney, Tony Hendra, et.al.—had
moved on. My favorites were the fantasti-
cal “My Penis” and “My Vagina,” but the
as it takes me a good four days to write a
short Beachcomber article. But I will press
on in tribute to my generation’s Preston
Sturges. And I will continue to savor such
classic cinematic moments as Ally Sheedy’s
dandruff art, Chevy Chase’s foulmouthed
roadside outbursts, John Candy’s take on
Ray Charles’ “Mess Around” and Steve
Martin’s airport rental-car counter tirade.
- C.M.
ABOUT OUR CONTRIBUTORS
“Johnny C.” Alexander, who reviewed
Judd Apatow’s Funny People last issue and
writes about Green Day’s recent New
Orleans gig in this edition’s The Beat, is
a graduate of the University of Central
Florida. The Emerald Coast Addy Award
winner is the afternoon drive man for MIX
103.1 FM and produces the popular Dose
of Johnny C. videos viewed by gazillions

On Our Cover: best known was “Vacation ’58,” the basis

for the film National Lampoon’s Vacation.
on YouTube and 30a Television. He also
assists his mother Peggy as a drama coach

By Brandon Pence
www.brandonpence.com
STAFF
Publisher — Jim Patricelli
Editor — Christopher Manson
Assistant Editor — Sheila Conner
Contributing Writers
“Johnny C.” Alexander, Bruce Collier,
Lesha Denega, Sherry Londe, Adam Pope
Harbor View — Charles Morgan
The Roving Rogue — Bill Campbell
SALES
Sales Manager — Nancy Nacol
Pam Preston
Website — Bill Garrett
Special thanks to: Fritz Froeschner, Christy Kearney, Lisa Roussin
www.thebeachcomber.org
“Vogue”
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It wasn’t Hughes’ first screenplay for the
outfit. In 1982 he penned National Lam-
poon’s Class Reunion, a forgettable comedy
despite the appearance of Chuck Berry
singing his worst song. I panned the movie
in my high school newspaper but made
mention of Hughes’ potential for writing
witty screenplays. Back in the day, I had
incredible foresight.
Later, Hughes would write and direct
Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, Weird
Science, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and my favor-
ite, his late-‘80s “adult” comedy Planes,
Trains and Automobiles. I used to rent that
one every weekend, and I never found it
less than hilarious. Hughes’ screenwriting
credits are too numerous to mention, but
I suspect the box-office returns on Home
Alone alone encouraged Hughes to sort
of retire.
Years ago, I read that John Hughes could
knock out a witty screenplay in under an
hour. I used to find this inspiring—I’ve got
at least one Great American Novel and
several terrific scripts floating around in
my brain—but now it’s more frustrating,
for Walton Middle School’s Drama Club.
We didn’t have room for all those great
Green Day photos Johnny shot, but you
can look at them on Johnny’s Facebook
page.
Look for more info on your favorite Beach-
comber contributors in upcoming issues.
FROM THE (E)MAILBAG
Please spank Bill Campbell. He didn’t tell
me I could read his column online.
= Sandy Parks, www.SaltnessParks.com
(Editor’s note: You can read the entire Beach-
comber online at www.thebeachcomber.org.
I’ll let the publisher deal with the spankings.)
ATTENTION OLD HIPPIES
With the 40th anniversary of Woodstock
in full swing, we’d love to run your Hen-
drix/Joplin/Moby Grape-era photos in the
next issue. Email them to us at thebeach-
comber@earthlink.net by Thursday, Aug.
27. For inspiration, check out the photo of
Emerald Coast Jewelers’ Peter Meier from
his “free love” and/or “stick it to the man”
days located on page 9 of this issue.

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 About Our Cover Artist
Award-winning, Musically Inspired Brandon Pence
Local artist Brandon Pence earned top
billing for his work “Silver Future”
during the Arts and Design Society
of Fort Walton Beach’s 10th Annual
Photography and Digital Arts Exhibition.
Pence swept the digital art category with
“Silver Future,” earning first place. He
also received top honors out of 25 artists
by winning Artists’ Choice and Best in
Show.
“This is the first year I have participated
in the Arts and Design Society event, and
I am thrilled that the local art community
embraced my work,” says Pence, who also
has his work on display at Full Circle Art
Gallery in Fort Walton Beach. “What an
honor to be selected by the other artists
for the Artists’ Choice award!”
Both Pence’s “Silver Future” and
“Technicolor X” will be on display during
the exhibition at the Art Center in
downtown Fort Walton Beach through
Aug. 21, 2009.
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Selected works by Brandon
Pence—“Just Let Go,” “Om
Namah” and “Technicolor X.”
More at www.brandonpence.com.
The 24-year-old self-taught digital artist
has attracted a niche following for his
graphically enhanced photographic
narratives. He captures portraits in a
unique and intense way, posing his
subjects against light and dark color
contrasts. The eclectic, passionate tones
of Pence’s art clearly reflect his musical
inspirations—David Bowie, Johnny
Rotten and Sascha Konietzko, as well as
European artist Neil Duerden.
The Beachcomber is proud to feature
Pence’s “Vogue” on this issue’s cover.
For more information about this creative
force, call (850) 225-6290 or visit www.
brandonpence.com.
 Harbor View
By Charles Morgan
Part 1
It seemed like a good idea at the time. But
now I can’t remember when, how or why
I came up with it.
A long hike in California with my boys
on the John Muir Trail. True, we’d never
even slept out in our backyard. And we’d
certainly never walked 146 miles at alti-
tude. With bears. In the snow. In August.
We flew into Fresno, California to meet
our climbing party at the base camp for
Mt. Sobek. The people in charge of tour-
ism for the Fresno Chamber of Commerce
have a very difficult job. Fresno has 80
known gangs with 20,000 members. It is
the dog and cockfight capitol of the world.
The local college’s mascot is a pit bull. This
is where ultimate fighting (with humans)
was invented. There is not much room
in Fresno for tourism. On the plus side,
however, there are nine medical marijuana
dispensaries.
Our 12-day hike began pleasantly enough.
Day One was an 8.3-mile hike in rolling
terrain. Camp was set, dinner was pre-
pared, and we set up tents and slept.
On Day Two our problems began early.
Both of my sons have a light streak of
obstinacy that they must have inherited
from their grandfather. Eddie, the elder,
had decided there was no need to filter
his drinking water. “That stream I fished
this morning is cleaner than the tap water
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back home,” he said.
That was the last thing he said that was
decipherable.
It began with what sounded like a fat
man burping. It quickly escalated into
something altogether different. Young
Edward began howling like a coyote caught
in a steel leg-trap. Then he began vomit-
ing in an unusual rapid-fire manner. He
kept this up for much longer than would
seem possible. The emergency response by
our guides was admirable, and Eddie was
airlifted to a hospital in Bishop.
Chatham, my youngest son, was com-
pletely unnerved by the whole ordeal. He
walked for the rest of the day with his head
down, muttering to himself and checking
his forehead for any sign of a fever. He
wasn’t able to worry about his brother for
long, though.
Our guides had made one thing perfectly
clear. It was a policy written in every memo
regarding the trip. “NO FOOD IN THE
TENTS! EVER!!!” it said.
All food was to be suspended from a tree
100 yards away from our campsite to dis-
courage bear attacks.
Chatham, like his father, has always had
a phobia about hypoglycemic diabetic
comas. He has slept with candy under his
pillow since he was a child. I had seen Cha-
tham purchase two boxes of SEES candy
at the Salt Lake airport and figured that
he had eaten them before our trip began.
Shortly after midnight on Day Three, our
camp was awakened by a roaring noise and
the sight of Chatham’s tent being swat-
ted down the mountain like a dandelion
puff. Chatham made his way out of his
shredded tent and, rather than assume a
fetal position or run downhill, he actually
attacked the bear.
His bravery may have caused the bear to
forgo an attack on Chatham’s genitals (a
bear’s favorite target), but with a box of
candy in one paw, the bear swiped his
free claws across Chatham’s forehead and
scalped him so clean it would have put an
Apache warrior to shame.
I heard Chatham mumbling to himself as
they loaded him into the helicopter. “It
would have been a good day to die!” he
said, just before passing out.
It was suggested at this point that I give up
on the challenging walk ahead. But there
wasn’t much I could do for my boys now
except to forge ahead and to make them
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proud. I still had nine days of climbing
rock walls and scampering up sheer sheets
of frozen waterfalls.
But that would have to wait until at least
Day Five. I woke up on Day Four and stum-
bled from my tent to relieve myself. Relief
would not come. A medic had joined our
troupe in an effort to save on helicopter
evacuation costs. I was diagnosed with a
rare combination of prostatitis, kidney
stones and a gall bladder infection.
Uncomfortable with the brutish-looking
medic—and having once considered going
into medicine myself—I MacGyvered
a catheter from the 7/8” tube coming
from my Camel-Bak water system. Once
my bladder emptied, I cauterized the
gaping wound with hot embers from the
campfire.
After that ordeal, I reasoned, the rest of
the trip would be a piece of cake.
Again, I was wrong.
To be continued…
 The Beachcomber’s Roving Rogue
By Bill Campbell
“What’s the big deal about Shakespeare?
All it is is a bunch of old quotes.”
The speaker was Jim Few, a regular
attendee at my Friday Lunch Bunch at
the Bay Café. The group is quite eclectic,
and ranges from musicians Cheryl Jones
(AJ’s, etc.) and Chuck Christianson (Howl
at the Moon) to the finest raconteur I’ve
ever chanced upon, Destin’s Dick Geron.
Former OWCC legend Dr. Robert Larson
pops in often, as do two of WUWF’s most
ardent volunteers, Bluewater’s Margo
Evitts and Crestview’s Dick Rogers.
But Jim’s tongue-in-cheek query got me
to thinking. There is something in the wind
perhaps, just As You Like It. Jim is usually
quiet as a lamb, but in the day he had the
strength of twenty men. Chuck, however, the
prince of darkness, noted all’s well that ends
well, adding, we have seen better days and
besides, nothing comes from nothing.
We raised a glass, saying, One for all, and
all for one. The discussion turned to old
movies, with Bell, Book and Candle getting
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raves. Attorney Jim Grimsley walked over
prompting me to suggest let’s kill all the
lawyers. Jim replied, Off with his head, and
I said, I’ll not budge an inch. He agreed,
noting the better part of valor is discretion. So
much for him.
Margo was about to interject but was cut off
with the lady doth protest too much. An aging
group, we have seen better days, forever and
a day. So we parted company, noting all’s
well that ends well, and what’s past is prologue.
We looked forward to the next Friday
lunch, as there’s time enough for that. I pre-
pared for my trip home over hill and dale,
shouting, westward-ho!
Parting is such sweet sorrow.
“You need to hit Shalimar Cheers on
Wednesday.”
The advice came from a fellow sipper of
fermented grain who suggested I check out
a duo at the venerable joint. It sits behind
American Realty and at one time was part
of the famed Shalimar Club, a gambling
joint that ran in the open for many years
here, much to the delight of a certain
“law enforcement” officer. (Not much has
changed, eh?)
When I first visited what is now Shalimar
Cheers it was known at Bar-Bees-Bar in
honor of the owner’s girlfriend. That was
about 27 years ago when my softball team
would come in after a game at Eglin. The
owner, a genteel guy named Mike, not only
supplied us with T-shirts, making us the
only sponsored team on Eglin, but would
buy us beer after the game—one pitcher if
we won, two if we lost.
The place was famed for having the best
damn hamburger around, and it’s still a
great buy. As is the patty melt, unquestion-
ably the finest you’ve had.
But it was a place you could come into
after a game while covered with red clay,
mud and blood and feel right at home. It’s
a bit more upscale now, but not so much I
wouldn’t rove there on your behalf.
Well, the two old duffers playing were
great. They got some miles on ‘em, fer
sure, but Wally Christian and James Waldo
have a rich history of the road, and only one
who had been in the game knows for sure
all that “the road” entails.
They started in Lawrence County, Ohio
a few decades ago, and have hit about
“every city or town together” (their fact
sheet) since. They’ve played the Aladdin in
Vegas and notably, the beautiful Red Rock
Canyon in Colorado.
The stuff I heard last Wednesday would
make Pete Seeger proud, but they play
rock as well. Jimmy told me they play early
gigs—5-8 p.m. at Cheers—because “we’re
old men.” But they play a little later—6:30-
9:30—at Dewey Destin’s new place in that
eponymous burg Thursday and Saturday
evenings.
They’re very audience-friendly, as is noted
on their promo sheet: “Requests are not
only accepted, but appreciated. If we can’t
play it, we promise we’ll learn it!”
Rhythm and Hues Smooth Jazz Cruise.
Sorta trips off the tongue, doesn’t it? But
Seabreeze radio has put such an event
together for Aug. 30 aboard the beautiful
Solaris Dinner Yacht.
The event will feature The JazzMen and
will sail for two hours from Sandestin
Beach Resort. There will be a live interac-
tive art exhibit (the “hues” part) by Sidney
Carter, appetizers and a cash bar. It’s all
yours for $55 by calling (850) 650-2519. The
two-hour cruise departs at 3 p.m. Should
be beautiful!
Rick’s Crab Trap under Brooks Bridge
is no more. Strange, as this waterfront
eatery has had many owners over the years
and none has yet to keep the doors open.
Perhaps the new owners will—they run Joey
Tomato’s in Niceville. The new place will
have the romantic name of “Fish Lips” and
is scheduled for an October opening.
I caught Deja Vu at the world-famous Hog’s
Breath Saloon last week, and the group
rocks. Well, OK, that’s what they’re paid
to do, but this band really pulls it off. The
addition of two horn players gives them all
sorts of flexibility and depth. Look for ‘em!
The World Series of Poker has come
to all but dominate ESPN thanks to the
resurgence of Texas Hold ‘Em, a capricious
way to play poker. I know of five Emerald
Coast players who made the trek to Vegas
last month for the 2009 tourney (at $10,000
to play). Four of them are contemplating
returning.
Not so with Diane Bainter, a beautiful
50-ish woman who has been playing cards
since she could hold ‘em. She told me, “It
was on my bucket list. I’ve played at Ebro
and Biloxi, and it was time to try the big one.
“But never again. It was brutal. I played four
hands in 12 hours. I won three of them and
got knocked out with pocket aces. (The
bane of Hold ‘Em players, I might add.)
He had pocket fives and caught a five on
the river.
“Every two hours we got a 20-minute break
to snack or smoke. That put 3,000 people in
the halls at once. All the ladies’ restrooms
were turned into men’s rooms. Women had
a porta potty in the parking lot. It was an
experience, yes. But never again.”
The most unkindest cut of all, Diane.
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Friday, August 14 ................................................. The Beach Mice

Wi ne Bou tique
Saturday, August 15 ............................................. The Beach Mice

Friday, August 21 .................................................The Fiddleworms

Saturday, August 22 .............................................The Fiddleworms

Friday, August 28 ............................. Todd Simpson and Mojo Saint

Saturday, August 29 ......................... Todd Simpson and Mojo Saint

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Friday, September 4 .................. Bobby Moore and the Rhythm Aces

Saturday, September 5 .............. Bobby Moore and the Rhythm Aces

Sunday, September 6 .....................................The Wes Loper Band

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 The Beachcomber LEFT: Kevin Moran (center) recently
returned to Seagar’s in Sandestin, to
the utter delight of many. He is flanked
here by Chef Bruce McAdoo and Patrick
Crumpler.
Photo submitted by Jamie Marie Hall

BELOW: Butch Blasingame (on guitar) with

his band Edifice Wrecks circa 1960-some-
thing. The original lineup will bring their
frat rock good times to the Cabana Café in
Miramar Beach Aug. 29 and 30.
Photo submitted by Blue Lew

ABOVE: Electric fiddle dynamo Matt Miller, birthday

girl Nora Wixted-Hogue and Butch Blasingame tear it
up during Blue Lew’s Sunday Jam Session at Cabana
Café. More on Blue Lew in this issue’s The Beat.
Video at www.youtube.com/beachcomberdestin.
Photo by Mark Focus

RIGHT: Paula Martins (third from left) and friends

during a recent benefit event for Jason Thompson,
who is courageously battling cancer. The event
raised approximately $4,000. Additional informa-
tion at www.kickingitforjason.com.
Photo submitted by Lisa Roussin

Xtars Financial Group

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 Neighborhood
LEFT: During a
family vacation in
Destin, Brandon Fox
LEFT: The Incredible Sandwich—“The Sandwich” to fans of the Athens,
Georgia-based band—bring their dynamic live show to the Village of
Baytowne Wharf’s Funky Blues Shack Aug. 28 and 29 starting at 9:30
caught and landed p.m. Pictured: Matt McKinney on lead guitar and vocals, Kevin Juneau
this 50-pound sail- on bass guitar, Damian Kapcala on keybs, and Rackley Davis on drums
fish just 300 yards and vocals. Check them out prior to the gigs at www.myspace.com/
of the beach of Holi- theincrediblesandwich.
day Isle. “I am very
proud of this fish,” BELOW: Congratulations to friends of the Beachcomber Phillip and Tif-
says Brandon. fany Vaughn on their recent nuptials. Phillip is the guitarist and vocalist
from Chronic Jester, and if you’re a fan of local theater, you know Tif-
fany from Northwest Florida State College and Act4Murder productions.

ABOVE: Olive Madison (Lauren Sutton) plays Trivial Pursuit with her neigh-
bors in the Panhandle Community Theatre’s production of Neil Simon’s The
Odd Couple—The Female Version. The play will be performed Aug. 21-23
and 28-30 at the Storage Masters retail complex in Pace. Also pictured are
Robin Tillery as Renee, Elizabeth Leinback as Sylvie, Barbara Sheehan as
Mickey and Nancy Sabol as Vera. Photo submitted by Jay Cope

ATTENTION OLD HIPPIES

With the 40th anniversary of Woodstock in full swing,
we’d love to run your Hendrix/Joplin/Moby Grape-era photos
in the next issue. Email them to us at
thebeachcomber@earthlink.net
by Thursday, Aug. 27.
To get things started, here is
Emerald Coast Jewelers & Workbench’s Peter Meier
back in his “free love” and/or “stick it to the man” days.

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 MYSTERY PHOTO CONTEST

Karen Kerns of Destin was the first Beachcomber reader to identify the Doggy Bag in as our Aug. 6
issue’s Mystery Photo Contest location. Call (800) 310-6964, and if you’re the first to identify this
location, you’ll join Karen in the winner’s circle!

When It Comes to Beach Safety,

Make Sure You Know Before You Go!
W ith the help of “Seemore” The Safety Crab, Walton County is committed to beach
safety. We have a flag system that tells surf conditions based on what color safety
flag is flying at the beach. So recognize the flags that Seemore is holding and know
before you go. We’re making safety a top priority!

WATER CLOSED TO PUBLIC

HIGH HAZARD
(Rough conditions, such as strong surf and/or currents)

MEDIUM HAZARD (Light surf and/or currents)

LOW HAZARD (Calm conditions)

MARINE PEST PRESENT
(Jellyfish, stingrays and dangerous fish)

850-267-1216
w w w. S e e m o re S a fe t y C r a b. c o m

Know the Facts About Rip Current Thursday 8/20

• Stay out of the water or swim with caution
when the flags indicate unsafe conditions.
Snake Doctors 9:30pm
TM

• Don’t panic or swim against the current.

• Swim parallel to shore until you are out of the
Friday 8/21
current (which is rarely more than 30 feet wide). Dread Clampitt 9:30pm
• If you can’t escape, float or tread water.

Lifeguarded beaches are available from mid-March through September, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at designated public beach accesses
including Inlet, Santa Clara, Van Ness Butler Jr., Blue Mountain Beach, Gulf View Heights, Ed Walline, Dune Allen and Miramar.

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 Art Galleries and Antiques
A rt galleries
artful things Original oils, watercolors and acrylics, as
well as prints and note cards by local artists. Art classes,
supplies and custom framing available. 1087 John Sims
Pkwy., Niceville, (850) 729-2600. www.artfulthings.net.
ARTS AND DESIGN SOCIETY Features art shows by local
and regional artists. Open afternoons Tuesday through
Saturday. Shows change monthly. Art classes and work-
shops in various media. 17 First Street SE, Fort Walton
Beach. (850) 244-1271. www.artsdesignsociety.com
Artists at gulf place Original artwork including
paintings, sculpture, folk art, watercolors, pottery,
photography, jewelry, and metal art by a south Walton
cooperative. Stroll the colorful cabanas for a look with
something for every budget. Center court in Gulf Place,
corner of Hwy 30A and Hwy 393. Mon-Sat 10 a.m. to 7
p.m., (850) 622-0400.
boca boutique and galeri Located in Miramar Plaza
Shopping Center. Representing the original contem-
porary art works, art prints and note cards of Eddie
Mansfield and wildlife artist Mark Mansfield. A popular
boutique where you’ll find the latest in fashion, footwear,
jewelry and gifts. Open Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and
Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact us at (850) 654-8810 or
via our Web site, www.boca-boutique.com.
Cara Roy Artworks Florida tropicals, watercolors,
posters of all kinds, note cards, original artworks and
gift items. 124 Quincy Circle, Seaside, (850) 231‑2535.
Eileen west gallery specializes in “outsider” contem-
porary art. Exhibiting as many as 10 artists who have
work in the Smithsonian permanent collection, this gal-
lery provides venues for emerging artists as well. New
shows open first Friday of each month. 303 E. Ruskin
Place, Seaside, (850) 231-2133.
GEANA’S ART GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAMING Located in
Miramar Beach. An exciting art gallery and full service
frame and mirror shop offering a large selection of
local, regional and international artists ranging from
local photography to original fine art. Quality and value
is second to none. We ship worldwide. (850) 650-0779.
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Nelson DeMille, novelist (66)
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The l2 gallery Located in Seaside’s Ruskin Place Artist
Colony, this is a premier showcase for collector quality
work from an exclusive stable of renowned American
artists. Open daily 10-6, Sundays 12-6 and by appoint-
ment. Visit us at www.theL2gallery.com or in person at
123 Quincy Circle, Seaside, (850) 231-1091.
MATTIE KELLY ART GALLERIES AT NORTHWEST FLORIDA
STATE COLLEGE The Arts Center Galleries at Northwest
Florida State College in Niceville encompass two gal-
leries showcasing 20 different international, national
and regional exhibitions yearly, which are unique to this
region. Viewing hours are Monday through Thursday, 9
a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Visit www.mat-
tiekellyartscenter.org or call (850) 729-6044.
The Studio Gallery This shop is home to the work of
more than 25 of the finest artists of the southeast. A
unique selection of accessories and home furnish-
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is offered. Located just north of County Hwy 30A on
County Hwy 283 (The Grayton Beach Road) in the
colorful Shops of Grayton. 26D Logan Lane, Grayton
Beach, (850) 231‑3331. Specializing in weddings Walk-ins welcome
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Flutterby Antiques, Uniques & Gifts Mon‑Sat. 10‑5.
Loads of furniture, primitives, potter y, glass and
ceramics, Coca Cola collectibles, old tools, kitchen
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foot mall. Featuring the wares of 90 vendors offering
antiques from around the world. 12500 Hwy 98, Destin,
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Casts Announced for NWF Fall Theater Productions
Special to the Beachcomber Darrow and Mark Twain’s The Diaries of tions will start at 7:30 p.m. in the Sprint
Adam and Eve. Theater at the college’s Mattie Kelly Arts
The Division of Humanities, Fine and Center in Niceville. This marks the first
Performing Arts at Northwest Florida Clarence Darrow will be performed Oct. time the college will produce multiple
State College has announced the cast for 8-10, and The Diaries of Adam and Eve will theatrical productions during the fall
the college’s fall productions of Clarence be performed Oct. 15-17. Both produc- semester.

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famous attorney as he reminisces about
his long and renowned career, touching
on many of his famous trials. Darrow
reviews much of America’s legal history
with salty humor, courtroom gusto and
human relish. His private life and many
contemporary events—including labor
conditions—are woven into this story
of a man who accepted and defended
unpopular causes. This champion of dis-
senters and underdogs was also a writer Greg Stoughton portrays the first man in
and lecturer, and he conjures up the many NWFSC’s upcoming production of Mark
famous people of his life and times. Twain’s The Diaries of Adam and Eve.

Mark Twain’s The Diaries of Adam and Eve,
adapted by David Birney, was originally
broadcast on American Playhouse. The role
of Adam in the NWFSC production will
be played by Greg Stoughton of Niceville,
and Rita Dailey of Crestview will portray
Eve. This delightful comedy is set in
a Victorian garden. At first, Adam is
puzzled by the new arrival in the garden,
and he is suspicious of her disturbing
appetite for fruit. Eve—believing herself
NOW SERVING to be some sort of experiment—is curi-
garden, perhaps some sort of reptile or
possibly architecture. Eve gives names to
everything, much to Adam’s annoyance.
He tries to ignore her, so she seeks com-
panionship among the animals, including
a certain snake.
Tickets for Clarence Darrow and The
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All information is subject to change. Call for up-to-the-minute details. Deadline for Sept. 3 issue Places and Things submissions is noon Friday,
August 28. Email thebeachcomber@earthlink.net.
ART
“My Monet” Acrylic Art Classes at Bev-
erly McNeil Gallery, Destin. Classes are
Tuesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. and Thursdays,
6-8 p.m. Local professional artists guide
students through the creative process.
Cost is $35 per person; all materials are
provided. Private parties or groups of 10
or more available. To register, call (850)
654-4322.
Aug. 21. Full Circle Gallery Presents “Alter
Ego” Costume Party, Fort Walton Beach,
starting at 9 p.m. Featuring art, wine, food,
fun and printmaking by artist Missy Graham.
$10. Call (850) 362-8041 for details.
Through Aug. 29. Button Up! Vintage But-
tons and Clothing at Heritage Museum of
Northwest Florida, Valparaiso. The exhibit
features vintage buttons, clothing and
accessories from the 14th through the 20th
century. Admission is $2, free for museum
members and children under 4. Museum
hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10
a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (850) 678-2615 or visit
www.heritage-museum.org.
Aug. 29-Sept. 15. “Seeking Inspiration”
at Full Circle Gallery, Fort Walton Beach.
The exhibition highlights artwork created by
students and instructors over the past year.
A reception and demonstration will be Aug.
29, 3-5 p.m. The event also marks the one-
year anniversary of the gallery. Additional
information at www.fullcirclefwb.com.
Through Aug. 31
Mary McShane Exhibit
at Fort Walton Beach
Public Library.
McShane uses watercolor and acrylics
to create brilliant, bold and colorful
effects. Check out her work in the
library lobby, and visit http://marymc-
shane.com.
AUDITIONS
Aug. 25. Northwest Florida Symphony
Chorus Auditions for New Members in
Tyler Recital Hall of Mattie Kelly Fine and
Performing Arts Center, Niceville, 6:30 p.m.
The chorus, under the direction of Lois Van
Dam, performs with the Northwest Florida
Symphony Orchestra at NWF State College
and rehearses Tuesday evenings from 6:30
to 8:30 p.m. For more information, email
vandaml@nwfsc.edu or call (850) 729-6009.
CALL FOR DONATIONS
Shelter House Seeks Items for Second
Annual Yard Sale to be held Sept. 19 at
Uptown Station. Shelter House will accept
donations at the storefront between Winn-
Dixie and Verizon One Aug. 21, 9 a.m. to
noon; Aug. 22, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Aug. 28,
9 a.m. to noon; Aug. 29, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.;
Sept. 11, 9 a.m. to noon; Sept. 12, 9 a.m. to
2 p.m.; and Sept. 18, 9 a.m. to noon. Dona-
tions will not be accepted on other days. This
year, Shelter House hopes to raise $8,000
to fight domestic violence in Okaloosa and
Walton counties. Call (850) 243-1201.
CALL FOR VENDORS
Saints Markella and Demetrios Greek
Orthodox Church’s 18th Annual Greek Fes-
tival to be held Sept. 4-6 at Emerald Coast
Conference Center. Seeking vendors and
commercial businesses to participate. For
applications and additional information,
call (850) 244-0822.
Covenant Hospice Seeks Big Ticket Items
for Garage Sale and Auction to be held
in November at the Northwest Florida Fair-
grounds. The organization seeks donations
of automobiles, boats and RVs, along with
good condition furniture. All donations are
tax deductible. Call Shelly Canales at (850)
729-1800.
Greater Navarre Beach Arts Association, Inc.
Seeks Vendors for 4th Annual Fall Festival to
be held Oct. 9-10 in Navarre Park. Also look-
ing for art, music, dance, food and cultural
displays. Email gnbaaexec@gmail.com.
CALL TO ARTISTS
The Art Gallery at Navarre Healing Arts
is seeking a variety of artwork to show and
sell, including paintings, photos, multime-
dia pieces, collage, pottery, sculpture and
more. Contact Connie Jones at (850) 939-
7964 or email Constanc-jones@att.net.
Destin Festival of the Arts to be presented
Oct. 24-25 at Henderson Beach State Park
seeks “adult collaborative artists.” Artwork
should be of an artistic caliber associated
with a juried fine art show. Judges will award
cash prizes to artists in four categories.
Competition is open to first 20 applicants;
entry fee is $35. Deadline is Sept. 25. For
application, contact Deb Nissley at the
Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation, (850) 650-2226.
Fourth Annual Destin Area Summer Photo
Contest hosted by Destin Area Chamber of
Commerce through Sept. 4. The contest is
an exciting way to promote the beautiful city
of Destin through locals’ and tourists’ experi-
ences. Categories include family, beach
and harbor photos, and the contest is open
to all amateur photographers. Winners will
receive a Destin prize package and publi-
cation in the chamber’s 2010 membership
directory. For contest rules and submission
guidelines, visit www.destinchamber.com.
“Recycle South Santa Rosa,” a one-day
event to be held Oct. 24 in Navarre Park,
seeks artists who use recycled materials,
as well as businesses that feature “green”
or energy-efficient technology. Email cls-
jones08@gmail.com for information.
CALL TO (YOUNG) MUSICIANS
Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra
23rd Annual Concerto Competition spon-
sored by the NFSO Guild and the Mattie
Kelly Fine and Performing Arts Center.
Open to students of orchestral instruments,
keyboard and voice who are age 23 or
younger. Students will compete for up to
$1,500 in prize money and the opportunity
to perform with the NFSO live in concert.
Applications an contest rules are available
at www.nfsymphony.org or the Fine Arts
Office at NWF State College in Niceville.
For more information, call (850) 729-
5382. Completed applications must be
postmarked by Sept. 15 to be considered.
CAST AND CREW CALL
Aug. 22. Register with the Emerald Coast
Film Commission at Okaloosa Applied
Technology Center, Lewis Turner Blvd. in
Fort Walton Beach, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn

Northwest Florida Fairgrounds Invites

Local Businesses and Organizations to
Sign Up for 2009 Fair scheduled for Nov.
3-8. Boost your own business while provid-
ing quality entertainment and memories
for the community. This year’s fair promises
many exciting new attractions. Call (850)
862-0211 or email betty@nwffair.com.

2010 Seabreeze Jazz Festival will take

Through Sept. 25. Poetic Projections of
Figure and Metaphor at WUWF’s Gallery
88, University of West Florida campus,
Pensacola. Original poetry and digital art
constructions by Dr. Terry Prewitt, professor of
anthropology at UWF. Artist reception Sept.
10, 5-7 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Call (850) 474-2787 or visit www.wuwf.org.
place at Pier Park in Panama City Beach,
April 16-18. There are only 60 spaces
available. This year ’s festival attracted
more than 16,000 jazz fans. Market is open
to commercial, fine arts and crafts and
wholesale food vendors. For more informa-
tion visit www.hilltopproductionsinc.com or
call (850) 951-2148.

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about all the opportunities Okaloosa
County has to offer. Bring a headshot and
resume. Call Linda Sargeant at (850) 641-
7644 for more information.
CLASSES
Adult Programs at Destin Community
Center include aerobics, basketball, Bra-
zilian martial arts, chair yoga, duplicate
bridge, Jazzercise, oil painting, and more.
Call (850) 654-5184.
Artful Things in Niceville Offers Adult
Classes in watercolor, oil, acrylic and
drawing. Call (850) 729-2600 or visit www.
artfulthings.net.
Arts and Design Society in Fort Walton
Beach offers workshops in acrylics, photog-
raphy, life drawing, and pottery, as well as
open studio time to paint with others. Call
(850) 244-1271 or visit www.artsdesignso-
ciety.com.
COMEDY
Act4Murder Comedic Mysteries for Dinner
Theater. Plenty of laughs and a delicious
three-course meal. For upcoming show
details, visit www.act4murder.com.
- Aug. 20. “Podunk Pandemonium” at
Bogey’s Bar and Restaurant, DeFuniak
Springs. A redneck wedding you’ll never
forget. Call (850) 951-2233 for time, reser-
vations and menu details.
- Aug. 29. “Podunk Pandemonium” at
Baron’s Tea House, Crestview. Call (850)
398-8783 for time, reservations and menu
details.
COOKING
Kitchenique Cooking Classes. Now
located at 26150 Emerald Coast Parkway,
Destin. Prices vary for each class. See
the business profile in this issue. Visit www.
kitchenique.com or call (850) 837-0432.
Upcoming classes include:
- Aug. 20. Summer by the Beach with
Phillip McDonald, 6-8 p.m. Chef Phillip will
prepare summertime favorites, including
chilled panhandle marinated crab claws
with sauce remoulade.
EDUCATIONAL
Aug. 27. Evolution or Creation: Conflict-
ing or Compatible? A free public lecture
at Mattie Kelly Arts Center main theater, 7
p.m. Dr. Patricia Kelly will speak. For more
information on this and other upcoming
lectures in the free “Science Friday” series,
call (850) 729-5376. Visit www.nwfsc.edu/
kellyinstitute.
EVENTS
Saturdays. Seaside Farmers Market, 8
a.m. to noon. Find local specialties includ-
ing fresh produce and baked goods.
Special cooking demos. In the Seaside
Amphitheater. www.seasidefl.com.
FUNDRAISERS/BENEFITS
Thursdays. Yappy Hour at Tijuana Flats,
Fort Walton Beach, 6-10 p.m. to ben-
efit Panhandle Animal Welfare Services
(PAWS). Biscuits and water provided for
dogs. Representatives from PAWS will bring
adorable, adoptable dogs for guests to
meet and hopefully add to their families.
Call (850) 301-0003 or visit www.tijuanaf-
lats.com.
Aug. 20. Purses with a Purpose to Benefit
Shelter House and Ronald McDonald
House at Silver Sands Factory Stores
between Nike and Restoration Hardware
Clearance Center, 5:30-8:30 p.m. The
evening will include new and gently used
designer purses with appetizers donated
by Carrabba’s Italian Grill. Admission to
the event is free. Call (850) 678-7243 or
(850) 797-3885.
Sept. 1. Dinner at Mulhollow’s Bistro 215 to
Benefit Museums at the Fort Walton Beach
eatery, begins at 5 p.m. A portion of the
proceeds will benefit the Heritage Museum
of Northwest Florida, Destin History and
Fishing Museum, Schooner Governor Stone
and Heritage Park and Cultural Center.
Guests may order from a special fixed
price menu of entrees priced at $16-30.
Reservations are recommended but not
required. Call (850) 796-3663.
tions. Call (850) 424-5058 or visit www.
abrakadoodle.com.
Tuesdays. Family Night at Santa Rosa
Mall, Fort Walton Beach. Free carousel
rides from 5 to 9 p.m. and special offers
from Chick-Fil-A, Dairy Queen and Classic
Cookie. www.santarosamall.com.
LIBRARY EVENTS
Fridays. Friends of Destin Library, 10 a.m.,
Destin Library. The Friends are a nonprofit
group interested in promoting the services
and needs of the public library. Member-
ship is $10 per year. Call (850) 837-8572.
Sept. 3
Mystery by the Book
Club Meets at Fort
Walton Beach Library.
Noon in the meeting room. The club
will discuss Laura Lippman’s What
the Dead Know. New members are
welcome. Bring a brown bag lunch—
coffee and dessert will be served. Call
(850) 833-9590.

Sept. 3
Twin Cities Charity Classic
Golf Tournament to Benefit
Niceville Family YMCA
and Heritage Museum of
Northwest Florida.
Hosted by Rocky Bayou Country Club.
Sponsorships available for teams,
individuals and hole sponsors. Regis-
tration deadline is Aug. 31. To register,
contact Michael Appe at (850) 420-
MEETINGS
Shelter House Domestic Violence Victims’
6621 or email mappe@ecymca.org.
Support Groups. All information discussed
Shotgun start at 1 p.m.
is confidential; no appointment necessary.
Childcare is provided, and refreshments
are served. Call (850) 243-1201 or visit
www.shelterhousenwfl.org.
- Tuesdays, Fort Walton Beach, 10:30 a.m.
to noon and 6-8 p.m.
- Thursdays, Crestview, 10:30 a.m. to
noon.
- Thursdays, DeFuniak Springs, 1-2:30 p.m.

MUSIC
Wednesday Night Concert Series at the
Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin, 7-9
p.m. Free and open to the public, weather
JOB FAIRS permitting. Enjoy new talent from a variety
Aug. 20. Whiting Field Job Fair at Sikes
of genres this month. www.sandestin.com.
Hall in Milton, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. More than
- Aug. 26. Bucktown Kickback. A tasty
50 employers are scheduled to attend.
blend of bluegrass, blues, country and
Open to the public; free admission. Call
rock ‘n roll.
(850) 623-7177 for more information.
- Sept. 2. WaCo Ramblers. Walton Coun-
KIDS
Abrakadoodle Art Classes. Various loca-

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ty’s finest goodtime string band. A Beach-
comber favorite.
Thursdays. Navarre Park Summer Concert
Series. Through Sept. 3, enjoy free concerts
at the foot of the Navarre Bridge. Bring
beach blankets and lawn chairs for an
evening of free family entertainment, 6-8
p.m. Visit www.navarrechamber.com or
call (850) 939-3267.
- Aug. 27. Don Lewis Orchestra. Big band
sounds, sponsored by Beach Community
Bank.
- Sept. 3. Classic Rock Session. Sponsored
by Gulf Coast Immediate Care Center.
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Coconut
Radio at the Village of Baytowne Wharf,
7-9 p.m. Dance in the streets with the Vil-
lage’s house band. Free and open to the
public. www.sandestin.com.
Aug. 22. Groove Merchants “Rock the
Docks” at HarborWalk Village, 7-9 p.m.
Register to win tickets for a Bud Light Party
Cruise and a $99 HarborWalk Village gift
card. www.harborwalkvillage.com.
Aug. 22. A Night of Jazz with KEM and
Michael Ward at Emerald Coast Con-
ference Center, 7:30 p.m. All tickets are
general admission; $40 in advance and
$50 at the door. www.ticketmaster.com.
Aug. 26. Beachcomber Music Award
Winner Cheryl Jones in Grand Park, Grand
Boulevard, Sandestin, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free
and open to the public. Bring blankets and
lawn chairs, and enjoy. www.grandboule-
vard.com.
OUTDOORS
Adventure Club Activities.
- Aug. 20. Bike Ride in Sandestin, 8:30
a.m. Call Chuck and Carol Dujsik at (850)
269-0556.
- Aug. 22. Kayak/Canoe Trip on Turkey
Creek in Niceville, 9 a.m. Eglin recreation
pass required. Call Bruce Blackwelder at
(850) 301-9452 or Pat Downey at (850)
974-9591.
- Aug. 25. Bike Ride on Pensacola Beach,
followed by free Bands on the Beach
concert. Call Clarice Hebinck at (850)
581-4591.
- Aug. 27. Bike Ride in Valparaiso, 4
p.m. Call Jim and Maria Bayes at (850)
897-6756.
- Aug. 29. Bike Ride on Navarre Beach,
4 p.m. Call Clarice Hebinck at (850) 581-
4591.
Aug. 25. Florida Trail Association Monthly
Meeting at Bayou Blues, Niceville, 6 p.m.
Visitors welcome. Call (850) 682-6098 for
details, or visit http://choctaw.floridatrail.
org.
SEMINARS
Aug. 23. Canaan Recovery Foundation
Presents “The Road to Happiness,” a semi-
nar by Dr. Johnny Savage to benefit the
Path of Grace Women’s Recovery Home,
at Topsail Resort Tennis Center, 3 p.m.
Attendees will receive a 15-day roadmap
to a happier life and simple directions on
how to be healthier and more prosperous.
Contributions will be accepted to help fund
work with area alcoholics and addicts. For
more information, call (850) 974-4573 or
visit www.canaanrecoveryfoundation.org.
THEATER
Mattie Kelly Fine and Performing Arts
2009-10 Season Tickets On Sale Now. Visit
www.mattiekellyartscenter.org. Single ticket
sales begin Aug. 28.
Aug. 21-23. Kaleidoscope Theatre’s “All I
Really Needed to Know I Learned in Kin-
dergarten,” based on the books by Robert
Fulghum with music and lyrics by David
Caldwell. Directed by Sandy and Charlie
Wilson with musical direction by Elizabeth
Parker. The show kicks off the Lynn Haven
theater’s 39th season. Showtimes are 7:30
p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.
Call (850) 265-3226 for reservations.
Aug. 21-23. Stage Crafters Community
Theatre Presents George Axelrod’s “The
Seven Year Itch.” Friday and Saturday night
shows at 7:30 p.m. Sunday matinees at 2
p.m. The midlife crisis comedy stars Tom
Hood, Chelsea Sorenson, John Hunter,
Mary Balint, Jenna Dunn, Birgitta Dewey,
Dana Schack and Stage Crafters veteran
Don Hood. Tickets available at P.S. Gifts,
Fort Walton Beach; Bayou Books, Niceville;
Connect with Flowers, Shalimar; Dowd Title
Group LLC, Destin; and all Century 21 loca-
tions. Call (850) 685-1332.
WORKSHOPS
Aug. 29
Cultural Arts
Association Sterling
Silver Earring Workshop
with Mary Yates,
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the CAA office,
2282 Scenic Highway 30-A. Cost is $45
for members, $50 for non-members;
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 The Beat: Music, Concerts, Recordings, etc.
Blue Lew and Nora — Up Close and Personal
By Christopher Manson
Inspired by Blue Lew’s continuing series
of “Dashboard Cam” videos—funny and
informative clips shot from a ’95 Voyager
available for your viewing pleasure at
Friendster, YouTube and Facebook—I had
hoped to start my own series, “Live from
the Beachcomber Editor’s Office” when
Lew and his lovely wife Nora stopped
by. I had my beat-up guitar and antique
Yamaha keyboard ready to go in case the
couple felt inspired to perform, but once
they arrived, I forgot all about it. There
were more pressing issues to discuss, like
the 2009 Beachcomber Music Awards.
“We’re getting a lot of response from the
local guys who want to be a part of it, espe-
cially the newer guys,” says Lew. So far,
only a tentative date has been set—Nov.
10, a Tuesday. Lew hasn’t gotten Sheryl
Crow or Jessica Simpson to commit yet,
but who needs ‘em?
Lew and Nora have been keeping the
Dr. Richard Corley - Dentist
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Sauce - Pizza, Pasta and Salads
Enterprise Leasing
Radio Shack
Ruff & Tuff Electric Vehicles
Le Nails Salon & Spa
Sai-Kyo Pho Restaurant
Bealls Outlet
Coastal Home
local music scene exciting since 1995. Lew
says they met at the Shark Bite “but Nora
swears we met at Magnolia Grill where she
was doing her solo act.”
I can’t think of any musician who has done
more on behalf of the Emerald Coast’s
endless pool of musical talent. Pushed by
Stinky’s Fish Camp proprietor Jim Rich-
ard, Lew started Blue Lew Productions in
2007 to produce and promote events.
Chances are, if you spend any time online,
you’ll know about Blue Lew Productions’
upcoming shows. “I’m a blogging fool,”
says Lew. “I’ve got about six different sites
going—the Facebook and the MySpace.
It keeps me busy, just trying to promote
the local entertainment, getting the word
out that there are places to go. A lot of
people contact me when they’re coming
to town to find out what’s going on. I
think Facebook is probably the best net-
Continued on page 20
Blue Lew sings from the heart.
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The Beat Cont. from page 17
working tool in the world right now. My
other favorite is Friendster—it’s really cool.
You don’t have to sign in to view the blogs.
It’s a bit like Facebook, but there’s more
spam—girls wanting to take their shirts off.
It accepts animated .gif, I like all that. And
it comes up good in the search engines.
I wish more people in the area would get
on it and figure out what it’s all about.”
Nora isn’t on Facebook, which came in
handy when Lew was trying to get the
word out about her surprise birthday
party. “I kind of like my anonymity,” she
says, although she frequently posts at
www.sowal.com. “People can find me at
CD Baby and stuff like that.”
She also teaches piano and guitar. “I love
doing it,” says Nora. “The (students’)
minds are like sponges. It’s just a matter of
turning the lights on. My longest running
student is the lead guitarist in the Nicev-
ille High School jazz band. They took him
out of middle school early, because they
needed him in the band. I have other
students who have moved away, but still
call me for lessons when they come back
to visit. I’ve been teaching all my life,
and I figured I might as well make some
money at it.”
Lew plays solo Wednesdays and Saturdays
at Miramar Beach’s Cabana Café, and he
and Nora lead the jam sessions on Sunday
nights. The jams—drummer Ted Cobena
and guitarist Butch Blasingame usually
turn up—evolved by word of mouth.
“One day I asked (Cabana Café’s) Wayne
Anderson if we could try it,” says Lew.
“The crowds kept getting better. The thing
I like is the 18- and 19-year-olds who come
in and jam, like Matt Miller, Taylor Laird
and (guitarist) Philip Chapman. Philip’s
the newest one—he’s got a unique style.
The main thing that helped was getting
Matt on board—the kids started coming
out of the woodwork.” Some of Nora’s stu-
dents come out as well, and anyone who
can keep up is welcome to participate.
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Blue Lew (right) with frequent collaborator Ted “The Animal” Cobena. Cobena won the 2008
Beachcomber Music Award for best drummer.
For Lew, the highlights are when New
Orleans-based bluesman Big Daddy O
sits in. Lew always enjoys Miller’s elec-
tric fiddle work and has recently gigged
with the Clarke brothers from Blackwa-
ter. Once, Miller’s girlfriend Rebecca
Akers joined the jam and played clas-
sical piano. Nora says people’s mouths
dropped. Since then, “she’s tried real
hard to learn the blues,” says Lew.
Lew is excited about Blasingame’s
upcoming Cabana Café gigs with
Edifice Wrecks Aug. 29 and 30. “It’s
Butch’s high school band,” says Nora.
“They were big in their college days in
Athens, Georgia.” It’s the same lineup
playing “old school frat house” music
like “Wooly Bully” and catchy original
songs.
“They do a ‘retreat’ once or twice a year
where they play together and write,”
says Lew. “It’s Butch’s favorite project
to date. I can’t wait.” Lew is also dying
to hear Kyle Lamonica, who recently
joined the Blue Lew Productions family
on Reed Waddle’s recommendation.
IT’S YOUR FUTURE—
I SEE…A ROAD TRIP!
Beachcomber Music Award winners
Dread Clampitt headline Dreadfest at
Horse Pens 40 Oct. 3, roughly 40 miles
northeast of Birmingham. Everyone’s
favorite band will play over four hours
of music. “No band that we can recall
has ever played that much in one day,”
the advertising claims, and the Beat can’t
find his dog-eared copy of the Guiness
Book of World Records to confirm or deny.
Birmingham jam band the Brick Room
Boys will open at exactly 3:17 p.m.
Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at
the gate. Children 12 and under will be
admitted free. For additional information,
visit www.DreadFestival.com. Dreadfest is
a production of the Acoustic Café, Inc.
LES PAUL, 1915-2009
Our favorite guirar man Fritz Froeschner
says: “It just kind of hit me that they made
such a big deal about Michael Jackson,
but Les Paul was such an innovator. I
hope they remember him. Besides the
stuff he invented, he was a monster guitar
player. The only thing I can say is go buy
the record Chester and Lester (with Chet
Atkins). I pull that out about once a year,
and it never fails to amaze me. You won’t
hear any better guitar playing than that.
Les Paul was a great man—an intelligent
person who figured out all the multi-track-
ing we still use today. The best thing was
he got to play until the day he died—the
recent footage I saw, he wasn’t lacking in
anything. He’d blow away anybody.”
Recent Gigs
“The saints are coming…”
The most positive phrase in the his-
tory of the written word could not
do justice for Green Day’s Aug. 7
performance in New Orleans.  The
Bay-area punk band brought every-
thing it had to a city that has lost so
much. This is Green Day’s first tour in
five years and the first time it’s played
in New Orleans since re-opening the
Superdome with U2 in 2006.
Green Day is quite possibly the only
band left in the country  that truly
loves its fans.  The crowd waited 20
minutes after the opening band as
opposed to the usual hour, and the
wait for the “encore” didn’t even last
five minutes, showing that a band’s
greatness doesn’t depend on how
long  it can tease the audience.
After 22 years, Billie Joe Armstrong
still brings random people on stage
to sing along and even play. It didn’t
matter if the person could sing well
or not—the point was giving them a
memory that will last a lifetime.  He
even brought up a teenage girl to
play “Jesus Of Suburbia.”  Now, who
could say “no” to a free guitar lesson
from a Grammy-winning rock star?
About halfway through its first set,
Green Day brought the spirit back
to New Orleans by playing its cover
of “The Saints Are Coming,” saying
that New Orleans was the only city
in which it would play that song. The
entire arena was filled with that same
energy throughout the show, from the
buzz of “American Idiot” to the drag
parade known as “King For A Day.” It’s
concerts like this one that will make
Green Day a lasting name for years
to come.
- “Johnny C.” Alexander
Upcoming
Music Releases
Aug. 25
Arctic Monkeys, Humbug
Colbie Caillat, Breakthrough
Roy Hargrove Big Band, Emergence
Willie Nelson, American Classic
Smokey Robinson, Time Flies When
You’re Having Fun
Sept. 1
Black Crowes, Before the Frost…Until the
Freeze
Drive-By Truckers, The Fine Print (A Col-
lection of Oddities and Rarities 2003-
2008)
Whitney Houston, I Look to You
Juliette Lewis, Terra Incognita

The Beat’s Record Roundup
Drive-By Truckers
Live from Austin
TX (CD/DVD)
New West
Hard to say no to a pack-
age that wisely includes
both audio and video at a reasonable
price. With a number of great albums under
the Truckers’ belt, some of your favorites are
missing, but the set list does include “The
Living Bubba” and “Let There Be Rock.” The
Truckers have had a great deal of suc-
cess—and personnel changes—since the
previous live record, Alabama Ass Whup-
pin’, but their energy hasn’t dropped off a
bit. Sweetening the package is Patterson
Hood’s updated prologue to “18 Wheels
of Love,” the touching story of his mama’s
marriage to a trucker.
- Christopher Manson
Ian Hunter
Man Overboard
New West
The 70-year-old survivor’s
“Girl from the Office”
makes a nice compan-
ion piece for Springsteen’s recent “Queen
of the Supermarket.” “Up and Running”
is an anthem for everyone who’s still fed
up with the daily struggle (i.e., most of
us). Elsewhere, Hunter offers wise advice
(“Sometimes flowers ain’t enough…”) and
celebrates getting drunk and disorderly.
Song for song, this tops his best work with
Mott the Hoople and the previous solo effort,
the outstanding Shrunken Heads. Hunter has
no equal among old rock ‘n rollers.
- C.M.
Christian
McBride and
Inside Straight
Kind of Brown
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just named Acoustic Bassist of the Year in
Downbeat Magazine’s annual critics poll.
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ing a bass formerly owned and played by
jazz legend Ray Brown may have meant
even more. McBride’s latest pays tribute to
his mentor (Brown died in 2002), a musician
who believed in giving young players a
shot, and includes grateful nods to the late
Freddie Hubbard and pianist Cedar Walton
(still working at 75), both influential figures in
McBride’s jazz apprenticeship. Kind of Brown
is my first McBride CD. I read a comment he
made, calling it his “just in case you forgot”
CD, a departure from forays into funk and
rock and his first all-acoustic production
since 1995. Seven of the 10 tracks are
McBride compositions. The first, “Brother
Mister,” comes out as old-fashioned as a
gin martini with two olives, and things stay
pretty straight-ahead throughout. “Theme for
Kareem” is a tribute to Hubbard, who died
last December. Warren Wolf Jr.’s vibes made
me think of Milt Jackson and Lionel Hamp-
ton (in a good way), and there’s a plentiful
measure of comfortable soloing and sharing
among the instrumentalists. Even the cover
art suggests mid-1960s vintage vinyl—say,
Dave Brubeck or the Miles Davis Quintet
of your choice. Inside Straight consists of
McBride, Wolf, Carl Allen (drums), Eric Scott
Reed (piano) and Steve Wilson (sax).
- Bruce Collier
Elvis Presley
From Elvis
in Memphis
(Legacy Edition)
Sony Legacy
Fresh from his ’68 comeback special,
Presley recorded his best music during his
Memphis homecoming sessions. The clas-
sic album is repackaged here with Back in
Memphis and assorted singles and mono
mixes. The 36 tracks show the King as a
master of all styles—soul, rock, country and
gospel. Everything here has been previ-
ously released and repackaged to death,
but it’s still a must. After a thousand or so
listens, “Suspicious Minds” has lost none of
its power.
- C.M.
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 The Beachcomber Goes to the Movies
A Story of Pearls, Passion and Potage
By Sherry Londe
Writer-director Nora Ephron has intro-
duced a new generation to the stirring life
of Julia Child. Once tasted, like chocolate,
we crave more. In Julie and Julia, Ephron
juxtaposes the early years of Julia Child in
Europe with those of Julie Powell, a contem-
porary would-be writer living in Queens.
Both women wish for purpose—to express
their passions and do more with their lives.
Meryl Streep gobbles up the screen as the
iconic Child with spot-on diphthongs, gan-
gling movement and vocal trill. Living in
postwar Paris, she and her gallant husband
Paul (played by the droll Stanley Tucci)
discover true gastronomic française. Julia’s
zeal for food and cooking inspire her to
enroll in the famous Ecole de Cordon Bleu,
where she is taught the basics and beyond
of French cuisine. Tucci and Streep are a
tender glaze for each other as they delve
into the Childs’ lives and taste their way
through France.
Fast-forward 50 years, where we find Julie
Powell (smartly portrayed by Amy Adams)
in a cramped kitchen with her husband
Eric (the delicious Chris Messina) diligently
trying one of Childs’ recipes from her 1961
benchmark Mastering the Art of French Cook-
ing. Powell is comforted as she whisks and
measures and so resolves to produce all 524
recipes from the book within a year, then
blog daily about the adventure.
Everyone will enjoy the luscious potage
WHERE TO
CATCH A MOVIE:
Cinema Plus, Downtown FWB, (850) 302-
0129
Grand Theatre, Pier Park, Panama City, (850)
236-2990
Gulf Breeze Cinema, Gulf Breeze, (850)
916-9402
Lively Cinema 10, Downtown Destin, (850)
654-2992
Rave Motion Pictures, Destin Commons,
(850) 650-4579
Sun Plaza, Mary Esther Blvd., FWB, (850)
244-4252
Twin Cities Cinema, John Sims Pkwy.,
Niceville, (850) 678-3815
United Artists, Santa Rosa Mall, FWB, (850)
243-2135
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created by the characters and relationships
seen in this film. With time and care, use
a dash of optimism, mix in ambition, then
sprinkle liberally with elation. The essence
and flavor could not be better. With an
overwhelming number of monumental
issues on the boil, it is a welcome relief
to know that we too can turn out a home
cooked recipe and, voila, find success. Bon
appétit!
TIME, WARPED
A librarian has a
genetic peculiarity
that enables him to
travel back, forth and
sideways through time.
“Compels” is actu-
ally a more descriptive
word, since Henry De Tamble (Eric Bana)
has no control over his checkings-in and out
of the temporal continuum. Also, his route
is strictly local—his own life—so don’t expect
to see Henry plunked down in the Battle of
Hastings or anything like that. That would
have made The Time Traveler’s Wife
more of a sc-fi film, and this is definitely a
chick-flick, handkerchiefs and all.
Robert Schwentke’s movie is based on a
novel of the same name by Audrey Niffeneg-
ger. The film’s story is poignant, only
occasionally humorous, and told in a very
episodic way. The scenes—too numerous to
count—are mostly brief, and almost all are
emotionally charged, giving the actors little
time to build up. Both Bana and Rachel
McAdams, who plays the title character
Clare, have to move in quick and intense.
This is a personal quibble, but I always
OPENING SOON
august 21
Inglourious Basterds. Quentin Tarantino’s long-
awaited WWII epic.
Post Grad. Alexis Biedel, a recent college graduate,
is forced to move back home when that dream
job doesn’t pan out. With Michael Keaton.
Shorts. Robert Rodriguez attempts to recapture
some of that Spy Kids magic with this fantasy
about a wish-granting rock.
august 28
Final Destination. From the director of Snakes
on a Plane.
Halloween II. Rob Zombie returns to the director’s
chair in this sequel remake (!).
Taking Woodstock. Academy Award winner Ang
Lee’s take on the summer of love.
wonder why so many stories like The Time
Traveler’s Wife are set among the wealthy
and artistic. Is it because their writers don’t
know any other kinds of people, or because
rich artists’ schedules are more accommo-
dating to time-travel?
If this had been a sci-fi film, Henry and
Clare would have been racing to find a
“cure,” or at least a way of restraining
Henry’s impromptu merges onto the
chronological superhighway. As it is, we
learn little of his condition, other than
the fact that alcohol, medication and stress
seem to trigger his leaps. The story requires
close attention, and even then you have to
submit to the fact that all will not be made
clear before the credits roll. It isn’t. It’s
slightly hopeful, but in a way that defies
explanation.
- Bruce Collier
GOING IS HALF
THE BATTLE
During the opening 10
minutes of G.I. Joe:
Rise of the Cobra,
General Hawk informs
the audience, “Techni-
cally, we don’t exist.
We answer to no one. And when all else
fails, we don’t.” Not only do the Joes—the
iconic lone soldier toy has now become an
entire convert organization—fail regularly
throughout the film to thwart their Cobra
counterparts, but the movie on almost
every conceivable front. I understand com-
pletely that big budget, low logic films have
become a feature of every summer lineup
(I’m the guy who gave good reviews to both
The Incredible Hulk and Terminator: Salva-
tion), but if you were to tell me a month ago
that I would see a film that I would deem
worse than the recent Transformers sequel,
I would have shaken my head in disbelief.
The acting and directing of G.I. Joe are as
transparent as glass and the writers (there
are five of them) have patched together
the thinnest and most brainless plotline
of the summer.
UPCOMING
DVD RELEASES
august 25
Adventureland. The funniest movie
amusement park since Walley World
(John Hughes, R.I.P.).
Duplicity. Double crosses galore in this
spy flick starring Julia Roberts and Clive
Owen.
Fighting. The exciting world of bare-
knuckle street brawling.
Rudo y Cursi. A sexy, foulmouthed
comedy about the rivalry between two
brothers.
Screwballs. Back in 1983, they actu-
ally made movies about a high school
nerd getting his naughty bits stuck in a
bowling ball.
September 1
Earth. Disneynature’s grand story
about polar bears, elephants and
whales.
State of Play. Political thriller with
Russell Crowe, Ben Affleck and Helen
Mirren.
Turner Classic Movies Greatest Clas-
sic Films. New quadruple-feature sets
dedicated to horror, murder mysteries
and science fiction.
McCullen, a weapons manufacturer with
an absurdly strong Scottish accent, pro-
duces nanomites, tiny machines that eat
through anything and can be delivered
via rocket to any target in the world. He
then steals these weapons back, aided by
his genetically engineered super cronies,
in an attempt to blackmail the world
into fearful submission. General Hawk
(Dennis Quaid in his stiffest and most
grizzled performance to date) and his
secret G.I. Joe team proceed to engage
and subdue said evildoers and protect the
globe. Wave American flag, roll credits.
This might seem enjoyable to some, but
the plot is speed-bumped by one irrational
flashback after another—all exactly four
years ago—in 30-minute bursts. The result
is a crass and careless headache that seems
to drag on forever.
The G.I. Joe cast is a cavalcade of Hollywood
B-listers (Quaid, Marlon Wayans, Brendan
Fraser, Channing Tatum) doing their
very best with an endless parade of corny
one-liners and technical gibberish. The
special effects in are not that terrible, but
director Stephen Sommers’ (the Mummy
films) ability to overload your vision while
simultaneously insulting your intelligence
is nauseating. Still, anyone who longs to
see Wayans flying a domestic spaceship
that only responds to voice commands in
Celtic should race to the theater immedi-
ately. To say that G.I. Joe is a nonsensical,
full-frontal assault of a movie would be an
understatement. It is a gaudy and soulless
cash cow catastrophe that prostitutes itself
through the vaguest of connections to a
beloved childhood memory.
- Adam Pope

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 Beachcomber Business Profile
Kitchenique —
New Place, Same
Goodies and Services
By Bruce Collier
Everyone should get a greeting like the one
that came when I stepped in the door at
Kitchenique’s new location on Emerald
Coast Parkway. From the back came
the voice of owner Vicki McCain: “Are
you hungry?” I had just had lunch, but I
smelled hot pizza, so, yeah, I was hungry.
McCain was seated at kitchen counter
at the back of her new store. She had a
wedge of pizza, the fruit of a morning’s
labor teaching some 45 kids, grades 1-8,
about cooking. The class was part of a
series of summer camp activities sponsored
by the Mattie Kelly Foundation. McCain
had her shoes off and apologized for
eating while she talked. Teaching can be
foot-sore, hungry work. Teaching—about
food, wine, cooking and how to enjoy
all of the above—is a big part of the busi-
ness at Kitchenique. After some 23 years
establishing a reputation and gathering a
devoted following at her Sandestin loca-
tion, McCain began the move in spring
and re-opened Memorial Day weekend
at 36150 Emerald Coast Parkway. It’s in
a more visible spot on one of the busier
sections of the highway.
“Food as Art” is the shorthand philoso-
phy of Kitchenique—by that standard,
the store qualifies as a gallery. Though
slightly smaller in square footage than the
previous location, the new Kitchenique
seems bigger, thanks in part to the high
ceilings. The working kitchen and serv-
ing counter, set-up along the back wall,
is immediately noticeable upon entering.
There are shelves, racks, and free-standing
displays, containing cookware, cutlery,
books, magazines, chef’s wear, sauces,
spices, mixes, oils, vinegars, a coffee and
tea counter, electric appliances, and tons
of gadgets, some requiring explanation.
Browsers are welcomed, and guidance is
always available. Getting things just right
required a “rather major build-out,” said
McCain.
For many of McCain’s clientele, which
comes from Destin, south Walton County,
Fort Walton Beach, Crestview, Niceville Kitchenique owner Vicki McCain enjoys a morning’s work product.
Page 24 The Beachcomber A ugust 20, 2009 - September 2, 2009
and the rest of the country, Kitchenique
means cooking classes. According to
McCain, the increased number, frequency
and variety of classes is a response to “sheer
demand.” In a tighter economy, more
people are exploring home-cooking as an
alternative to dining out, and Kitchenique
offers a line of high-quality gear. McCain
contends that spending a little more on
the front end for knives, appliances and
gadgets is the smartest investment in the
long run. Considering the rate at which
restaurants open, flourish, then close in
the area, she may be on to something.
Recent classes have covered such subjects
as Thai food, bistro fare, sauce-making
techniques, wines of Spain, and some
special classes focused on educating
women in the arcana of wine. The latter
have proven especially popular with local
Kitchenique is open in its new location on 36150 Emerald Coast Parkway in Destin.
women, who want to help out the guys in
choosing wine for dinner. Prices for classes
vary, many in the mid-$40 range. Many
have waiting lists.
Another new feature at Kitchenique,
coming soon, is a more extensive coffee
and tea service, in the store and on the
patio outside the store, with espresso,
lattes and assorted teas. McCain is also
spreading the word about a number of
remarkable gadgets, including an inge-
nious bottle and can organizing device
called Raka Staka, and RuMe, a capacious
and versatile shopping bag. McCain found
them at trade shows, which take her all
over the country in search of the latest
trends and hot items.
Kitchenique will hold a “Grand Re-
Opening” on Saturday, Sept. 12. The
event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
and will feature all-day demonstrations by
McCain and her stable of invited chef/
instructors, plus champagne. The in-store
celebration is partly a chance for McCain
to show her gratitude and appreciation
for her loyal clientele, and to thank them
for some very special aid rendered during
the recent move.
Transporting the contents and movable
fixtures from the Sandestin store to the
new location was a daunting task, but
some 40 customers showed up with trucks,
SUVs, willing hands and strong backs to
assist in moving the goods. “Not one single
thing was broken,” she marveled. “It was
like a barn-raising in reverse.”
Kitchenique is located at 36150 Emerald
Coast Parkway, Suite 111, Destin. The
telephone number is 837-0432. Web site
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 Around Town
SPORTS BARS
Anglers Beachside Grill See virtually all the games
that are played anywhere through the magic of satel-
lites. Complete college sports coverage, plus the NFL,
NBA, Major League Baseball, and all the rest. 1030
Hwy 98W, Okaloosa Island, 796‑0260.
Beef O’Brady’s family sports pub (2 locations) A
range of wings, sandwiches, wraps, soups and salads
served in a traditional, but family‑friendly, sports bar
atmosphere with lots of TV choices and a kids game
room. Excellent chicken wings, hot deli sandwiches,
fresh salads, and great kids menu. Beer and wine.
$4‑10. 9375 Emerald Coast Parkway (The Market
Shops at Sandestin), 837‑9710 and 4540 Hwy 20E,
Niceville 897‑3964.
RuM RUNNERS SPORTS BAR Upstairs from the restau-
rant, the sports bar features specials on appetizers
and draft beer for NFL Sunday football and college
games on Saturday. Village of Baytowne Wharf, 130
Fisherman’s Cove, 351-1817.
Shades at the loop Good selection of local seafood
and land fare, simply prepared, served with efficiency
and a smile. Grilled, fried and blackened fish and
chicken, sandwiches and salads. Pork chops, steak,
even wings and pizza. Full bar and wide choice of
draft and bottled beers. $5-24, 10952 Hwy 30A, Inlet
Bch, 231-9410.
LIBRARY EVENTS
Coastal Branch Library
437 Greenway Trail, off of Hwy 331N, 267‑2809.
Thursdays: 11 a.m. The reading program for
children with a variety of guest performers lined
up. For complete information, call 267-2809.
Destin Library
150 Sibert Avenue, 837‑8572.
Tuesdays: 3 p.m. Cuddlers and Toddlers Story
Time for children six months to 4 years old, held in
the children’s room at the new Destin library. Each
session is limited to 15 children and their parents.
Thursdays: 9:30 a.m. Cuddlers and Toddlers Story
Time for children six months to 4 years old, held in
the children’s room at the new Destin library. Each
session is limited to 15 children and their parents.
Mondays, 4 p.m. Story Time for Elementary
School Children. Parents welcome to participate
with their children in art activities, reading, and a
pre-planned story with the library staff.
Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. Story Time for Ages 6 Months
to 5 Years in the newly remodeled Children’s Area.
Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to noon. Assisted Genealogy
Research. The library’s genealogy collection includes
over 6,700 books and printed documents, along with
microfilm census records from the 1800s.
B E AC H S I D E
WORSHIP SERVICES
cHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION EPISCOPAL CHURCH
(UECNA) 1928 Book of Common Prayer Service, 10
a.m. Sundays, communion service 2nd and 4th
Sundays, morning prayer, 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays.
66 8th Street, Shalimar, 651-9800.
Destin United Methodist Church Sunday Morning
Worship Services at 8, 9:30 & 11 a.m. at 200 Beach
Drive, Destin, 837‑2021.
EMERALD COAST LUTHERAN CHURCH Services are held
8:50 a.m., traditional worship 9:45 a.m. Sunday
school, 11 a.m., contemporary worship, 4747 Hwy
98W, Santa Rosa Beach, 622-9191.
grace lutheran church Worship services at 8 and
10:30 a.m. Sundays, 4325 Commons Drive, 654-1679.
Hope Lutheran Church (LCMS) Beach worship at 8
a.m. at Ed Walline Beach Park at the intersection of
CR-30A and CR-393 in Santa Rosa Beach. Sunday
worship service at 1477 S. CR-393 (in the Crosspoint
Baptist Church building) begins at 8:45 a.m. followed
by Bible study. For more info, call 267-0322.
Santa Rosa Community Church Interdenominational
service 10 a.m. Sundays. 3524 Hwy. 98W, 267‑7599.
Shoreline church Non-denominational modern
Sunday service at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. at Rave
Motion Pictures in Destin Commons. Kids church and
nursery available, 650-8658 or shorelinechurch.net.
St. Andrews Episcopal Church Service at 10:30 a.m.
Sundays. 307 Hwy. 98E, Destin, 650‑2737.

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on the side of Church Street. 3524 U.S. 98 West, Santa Sunday service at 10 a.m. 400 Hwy. 98E, Mary Esther,
Fort Walton Beach Library
Rosa Beach. (850) 650-0339 244‑0822.
185 Miracle Strip, 833‑9590

Entertainment
The Friends of the Fort Walton Beach Library sell
faith assembly christian church Sunday worship St. Rita Catholic Church Saturday service at 5:30
new and good condition used books from fifty
services: 8:45 and 11 a.m. Nursery and children’s p.m. through Oct. 1, then 4 p.m. through Easter.
cents to $5. The store is located in the lobby of the
church is available. Wednesday bible study at 7 Sunday services at 8 and 10 a.m. 137 Moll Drive
library and is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday
p.m. Located at 306 S. Geronimo St. in Miramar (just south of Hwy 98W) Santa Rosa Bch, 267‑2558.
Beau Rivage through Saturday. Donations are welcome during
these hours.
Beach, three blocks west of Silver Sands Outlet Mall.
837-7561. St. Simon’s on the Sound Episcopal Church Sunday
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First Baptist Church of Seagrove Sunday services 98W, FWB, 244‑8621.
459 Valparaiso Parkway, (850) 729-5406
pat benatar, blondie & the donnas at 10 a.m. and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 4915 E Hwy.
First Monday of Each Month, 6:30 p.m. Creative
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Gardener and Floral Design Series sponsored by
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 The Apples of My Eye...dining with Bruce Collier
Johnny McTighe’s:
St. Patrick Meets Santa Rosa
I have visited an Irish bar or two in my
time, mostly when I lived in New York.
The really Irish joints shared some
common characteristics. Notable was
the near-complete absence of “Irish”
music played over the sound system. A
favorite place of mine in Manhattan,
the Dublin House, offered Sinatra, the
Beatles, Crosby, Stills & Nash, and other
elder statesmen of pop and rock on the
juke box. No Clancy Brothers, Tommy
Makem or Clannad. Absolutely no Sinead
O‘Connor.
While we were at Johnny McTighe’s, in
darlin’ old Santa Rosa Beach, the closest
thing I heard to Celtic music was “My
Generation,” rendered by a very youth-
ful Roger Daltrey. The rest was good ‘70s
vintage rock ‘n roll. I regard it as a tribute
to the complete assimilation of the Irish
into American culture.
However, unlike most of the places I
watered at in New York, Johnny McTighe’s
actually serves real food. There’s a full
menu, and everything is available all day.
We decided to eat there for lunch. The
place was fairly quiet, but since they stay
open late, we probably missed the crowd.
Johnny McTighe’s is actually three places
in one. There’s a full bar (of course—show
me an Irish bar that only serves beer and
wine, and I’ll show you an Albanian
owner), with stools and some tables along
one side. There’s a game room, with most
of the traditional fixtures. Then there’s
the dining room. That’s where we went,
though we were invited to sit wherever we
pleased. The decorator—though naturally
inclining toward shades of green—kept it
very tasteful, with muted lighting, beige
contrasts and harmonious tablecloths. It
looked kind of homey, actually, in a Santa
Rosa Beach sort of way. The walls of the
dining room are decorated with framed
photos of trains and displays of police,
fire department, and EMS uniforms,
in keeping with the Irish tradition of
public service. Our friendly server gave
us menus, got us drinks, and let us study.
You can order breakfast at Johnny
McTighe’s, provided you have a hearty
appetite. The Irish breakfast (no, it’s
not Guinness and corn flakes) consists
of two eggs, Irish bacon and sausage
(“rashers and bangers“), stewed tomatoes
and baked beans. We passed, but I have
a feeling it’s a popular item. Starters
include Maine lobster bisque, buffalo
wings at varying levels of heat, smoked
tuna dip, onion rings, and no fewer than
seven apps involving potatoes. There’s
also chicken fingers and mac-and-cheese
bites. We decided to skip an appetizer and
take our potatoes as side dishes. We had
our eyes on two fairly substantial main
course items.
I ordered fish and chips, an indulgence I
like to indulge whenever I can. My friend
ordered a grouper sandwich on kaiser roll.
Both came with house-made fries. The
menu at Johnny McTighe’s offers close
to 20 sandwiches, including hot dogs,
burgers, buffalo chicken, Irish corned beef
reuben, Philly cheese steak, sausage, grilled
chicken, veggie sub, BLT and club. They
serve two sizes of pizza, with more than
20 toppings, plus a “For the Health of It”
pizza option with kalamata olives, roasted
garlic, spinach and sun-dried tomatoes.
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Johnny McTighe’s
2298 Scenic Hwy 30-A West
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 267-0101
Hours: Open daily at 11 a.m.
Reservations: Not necessary
Children’s Menu: Yes
Dress: Casual
Credit Cards Not Accepted, ATM on Premises
Atmosphere: 
Food Quality: 
Service: 
Overall: 
The fish came—both were fried—and was
plenty hot. Mine was the traditional cod,
two dense and meaty chunks, served with
a bottle malt vinegar to cut the richness.
The grouper was more tender and mild,
served on a soft roll with tartar sauce on
the side. Both were served with equally
hot, fresh-cut fries, and probably would
have gone well with a couple of pints of
Harp, except that we had a busy afternoon
planned. Have one—or two—for me.
There’s one dessert. It’s key lime pie,
not especially Irish, but certainly green.
We split a tangy wedge, which featured a
graham cracker crust and a fancy twisted
slice of lime=. The menu, both takeout
and the one online, indicates that addi-
tional items, including more Irish fare,
are coming soon.
Johnny McTighe’s is unique in the part
of Walton County where it resides. It
does have the trappings of an authentic
Irish bar, and looks ready, willing and
able to establish itself as a late-night joint
along Highway 30-A. They only take cash,
they’ve got plenty to eat and drink, and
they won’t send you home before 2 in
the a.m.
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 Restaurant Guide
Restaurants reviewed by our staff of profes-
sional eaters are rated; all others give an
overview of the type of food being served,
the price range, address and phone. The
rating reflects the level of excellence on
one day only. Happy eating!
KEY
����� Excellent
���� Terrific
��� Honorable
�� Worth checking out
� Order takeout or cook at home
american
cabana cafe ���� Large, informal and kid-friendly,
Cabana Cafe offers a varied menu of snacks, pizzas,
grilled and cold sandwiches, burgers, and more sophis-
ticated grownup fare. Cuban sandwich, po’boys, steaks,
fish tacos, and pasta specialties. Breakfast, lunch, and
dinner are served daily. Full bar. $5-28. 112 Seascape
Blvd., Miramar Beach, (850) 424-3574.
Callahan’s restaurant and deli ���2/³ A local lunch
and dinner favorite for years, it offers a wide selection of
sandwiches, salads, burgers, steaks and chops. Favorites
are New York strip steak, prime rib and you-name-it deli
sandwich classics. daily speicals, wine and beer, $4-19,
791 Harbor Blvd, Destin, 837-6328.
Hartell’s Serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and late
night burgers, fries, shakes and ice cream. The Village
of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort,
(850) 654-9453.
Hog’s Breath Cafe ���� A variety of food options including
hamburgers, appetizers, certified Angus beef, and local Gulf
seafood entrées at great prices. Daily specials. Live music
seven days a week. $4‑19, 541 Hwy. 98E, Destin, 837‑5991.
the magnolia grill Historic 1920s Florida charm, often
called “a museum that serves food.” Seafood, steaks,
Italian favorites, wine and beer. Delighted to take your
reservation. $5-24, 157 Brooks Street SE, Fort Walton
Beach, (850) 302‑0266. www.magnoliagrill.com.
Mary’s kitchen ���� A country outpost since 1950,
Mary’s offers pork barbecue, fried catfish and a well-
chosen list of hearty homestyle items. Meatloaf burgers,
sandwiches, and plenty of sides. Pies made in-house
daily. Lunch and dinner, Mon-Sat. $4-11. 186-G Eglin
Pkwy. NE, Fort Walton, 863-1141.
rum runners ���� This is the Baytowne Wharf place with
the dueling pianos. It’s also a comfortable spot for lunch
and dinner, with a variety of appetizers, wraps, sandwiches
and main dishes featuring beef, chicken and plenty of
Gulf seafood. Full bar, open for lunch and dinner. $7-25.
130 Fisherman’s Cove, Sandestin, 351-1817.
slick mick’s This is a family owned deli, grill, and sports
bar featuring authentic Philly cheese steaks, brick oven
pizza, deli and specialty sandwiches and salads in a laid
back family atmosphere. A great draft beer selection,
too. $8‑12, 19 N. Eglin Pkwy, FWB, 864‑5577.
Wing-stop “The Wing Experts” Chicken wings & tenders
always made fresh-to-order & served steaming hot, ready
in less than 14 minutes. Sauced in nine proprietory flavors
Homemade sides & fresh cut fries. Offering Wine & Beer.
Dine in or Take Out 837-5333 Walmart Shopping Center,
16055 Emerald Coast Pkwy. Suite #111, Destin, Locally
owned and operated.
Barbeque
HOG’S BREATH BOSS HOG BBQ Smoked dry rubbed ribs, Boston
butts, chickens and turkeys. Sandwiches and plates, full
service catering. Homemade key lime pies and picnics
to go. Located next to Hog’s Breath Café. 837‑0644.
JamBone ���� Organically raised barbecue with an
array of seasonings and sauces. Brisket, wings, pork, ribs,
chicken, burgers, and sides. There’s a seafood raw bar,
more than 100 beers, and live music. Friendly service in
a casual atmosphere. Lunch and dinner daily, full bar.
$2 - 23. 3906 U.S. 98 West, Santa Rosa Beach, 267-1497.
Breakfast & More
hibiscus coffee & guesthouse Nestled among the trees, sur-
rounded by herb and flower gardens and serving vegetarian
breakfasts from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. with comfortable rooms
in the Old Florida laid back atmosphere. Café $2‑$9. Rooms
$120‑$130. 85 DeFuniak Street, Grayton Bch, 231‑2733.
www.hibiscusflorida.com.
Every Mon All You Can Eat Snow Crab Legs $21.95 per person
Casual Family
SILVER SANDS Serving breakfast seven mornings a week
from 5:30‑10:30 a.m. Big country breakfasts fit for the
sea‑going fisherman in the true tradition of Destin. $3‑12,
Dining
538 Hwy 98 (Harbor Docks Restaurant), Destin, 837‑2506.
Cajun & Creole Seafood
New orleans creole cookery ����� A.J. Tusa, a third-
generation restaurateur, invites you to taste the flavors of
New Orleans. Come try a roast beef po-boy, spicy boiled
Steaks
crawfish or shrimp, or a deep fried seafood platter. Full bar. Pasta
$5-32. Village of Baytowne Wharf, Sandestin, (850) 351-1885.
Casual Dining
camille’s sidewalk café ���¾ Sandwiches of many kinds
and colors are the star at this busy cafe. An extensive menu
Full Bar
offers hot and cold meat and vegetable wraps, panini, Summer Hours: Monday - Saturday 5:00-10:00pm
salads, and soups, washed down with fruit smoothies. Break-
fast, lunch and dinner served. $4-8. 10406 Emerald Coast No Reservations Required
Parkway, (Silver Sands Factory Stores) Sandestin, 650-2920.
Football season begins at JC's bar Sept. 5th.
Whale’s Tail Beach Bar & Grill If you want to feel like
you’re at a real beach bar, this is the place; good food Come watch, and enjoy stadium food and drink specials.
and drinks, plus superb bloody marys. Breakfast, lunch
and dinner. $4‑15, 1373 Scenic Gulf Dr. Destin, 650‑4377.
Don't miss out, make your private party reservations early.
COFFEE HOUSES/Delis 2210 W. Co. Hwy. 30A 850-267-0374
Bad Ass Coffee Company A gourmet coffee house special-
izing in Kona coffee, espresso, cappuccino, and lattes. Full On 30A in Blue Mountain Beach
deli featuring Boar’s Head products and homemade muf-
fins, plus breakfast sandwiches and desserts. Free wireless
Internet access and merchandise. Open daily at 7 a.m.
$1‑6.50. 1708 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Bch, 269‑3997.
Camille’s at Crystal Beach A coffee and market shop,
overlooking the gulf. Camille’s offers a wide variety of
coffee, breakfast, muffins, sandwiches, salads, fresh
fruit smoothies and a package store. Open daily. 2931
Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, 337‑8860.
MISS LUCILLE’S GOSSIP PARLOR Get the scoop and a
whole lot more! Enjoy coffee, espresso, breakfast, lunch,
fabulous desserts, and free Internet (WiFi) service. Open
every day at 7:30 a.m. Located at the corner of 393 &
30-A, Santa Rosa Beach, 267‑BLAB.
Contemporary
bistro bijoux ����� The jewel still sparkles at Bay-
towne, serving a seasonal menu including quail, venison,
duck, steak, chicken, veal and seafood with spectacular
sauces and a variety of sides. Terrific bread, and desserts
worth planning for in advance. Nightly specials, full bar.
$8-38. 9100 Baytowne Blvd., Village of Baytowne Wharf,
Sandestin, (850) 622-0760.
bogey’s ���� Fine dining in the beautifully maintained
old Hotel DeFuniak. Fish, shellfish, chicken, veal and beef
prepared in both traditional and imaginative new ways.
Soft-shelled crab, prime rib, chicken piccata, scampi,
even fish and chips, in a soothing and elegant dining
room. Lots of dessert choices, full bar. $5-30. 400 U.S. 90
East, DeFuniak Springs, (850) 951-2233.
bud & alley’s ����� This Seaside perennial just keeps
getting better. Lunch and dinner daily, with a varying menu
offering grilled, roasted, and sautéed fish and shellfish, quail,
chicken, pork, and plenty of interesting accompaniments.
Full bar, $4-34. 2236 CR30A East, Seaside, 231-5900.
9-HOLES
Netwes
CALLAHAN’S RESTAURANT AND DELI ���� A local lunch and
dinner favorite for years, Callahan’s offers a wide selec- WITH CART
tion of sandwiches, salads, steaks and chops. Favorites
include New York strip steak, prime rib and you-name-it Ra $22 per person
deli sandwich classics. Daily specials, wine, beer and
cocktails. $4-19. 791 Harbor Blvd., Destin, (850) 837-6328.
CAMELLIA GRILL ���� Come early, stay late at this 9-HOLES
WITHOUT CART
recently-opened dining spot on the Destin Harbor.
Friendly servers talk you through a menu offering formi-
dable omelettes, waffles, and hearty sandwiches, grilled
before your eyes and served over the counter in a bright $15.50 per person
diner atmosphere. Burgers, roast beef sandwiches, BLTs,
chili, ice cream desserts and old-fashioned pies. $1-9.
2 Harbor Blvd., Destin, (850) 650-2907.
courtyard wine & cheese A wine bar featuring low pro-
duction wines by the glass, bottle or for retail. The tasting
room opens to a courtyard and an artisan cheese shop Family Golf Center Tee Times
featuring cheeses, cured meats, oils, vinegars, cheese
9 Hole Executive Golf Course
plates, and fondue. Tasting and live music regularly, call
for details. WiFi compatible. (850) 231-1219. Daily
Driving Range & Putting Course
fire ���� A warm place to eat in Grayton Beach, offer-
ing a seasonally varied menu of fish, shellfish, meat and The Golf Garden of Destin, Inc.
7:30am
poultry served with imaginative sides in a cozy, homelike
setting. Pheasant, pork roulades, veal, grouper, and short
ribs are among the choices. Lunch and dinner, wine and
850-837-7422 to
12958 US Hwy. 98 W. Miramar Beach 9:30pm
beer. $6-35, 55 Clayton Lane, Grayton Beach, 231-9020.
(2 miles east of Midbay Bridge)
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great southern cafe ���� Coastal, Louisiana bayou
and country cooking in the heart of Seaside, served in
style with elegant touches and in large portions. Robust
appetizers, main courses and sandwiches, with favorites
like cheese grits, grillades, po-boys, oysters Rockefeller,
steaks, chicken, burgers and pasta. They even have black-
eyed peas and fried green tomatoes. Daily specials, full
bar. $5-28. 83 Central Square, Seaside, (850) 231-7327.
French
BAY Café Splendid French and French‑inspired food
served in a romantic atmosphere indoors or outdoors
just under the Brooks Bridge. Choose from seafood, beef,
chicken, duck, and some rarely seen French specialties.
Terrific bread. Wine by the glass or bottle. Reservations
accepted. $4‑28, 233 Alconese Avenue, FWB, 244‑3550.

solaris dinner/dance cruise ����¾ Drink, dine, and Café Provence Delicious soups, bread and desserts made
even dance on the water with an evening cruise from daily. Fish, seafood, beef, lamb and duck all prepared
Baytowne Marina. SunQuest Cruises’ entertainment yacht from the freshest ingredients, served in a stylish French
Solaris offers fine dining and musical entertainment. Lim- country atmosphere. Wonderful wines and full bar. Open
ited advance reservation menu, wine and full bar, as well for lunch and dinner Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5-9
as special cruises. $68 for dinner and cruise. SunQuest p.m. Sunday brunch 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Reservations
Cruises, Baytowne Marina, Sandestin, 650-2519. suggested. $5-45. 35 Mussett Bayou Road, Santa Rosa
Beach. (850) 622‑3022.
summer kitchen cafe ����1/³ Located at the heart
of the Rosemary Beach action, Summer Kitchen Cafe IRISH
offers relaxed, informal inside and outside dining just a
Johnny Mctighe’s ���� Ireland on Scenic 30-A, a
short walk from the beach. Breakfast, lunch and dinner
unique outpost of food and drink in Santa Rosa Beach.
available—waffles, omelets, sandwiches, salads, local
McTighe’s opens at 11 a.m. and closes at 2 a.m. the next
fish and shellfish, prepared with some imaginative sauces
day. In between, the all-day menu offers an Irish grand
and sides. Shrimp with grits, jerk pork, and pasta dishes
slam of a breakfast, fish and chips, wings, pizza, and an
are some of the varied items. Beer and wine, $4-22.
array of hearty sandwiches, including Irish reuben, Philly
60 N. Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach, (850) 231-6264.
cheese steak, burgers, chicken and hot dogs. There’s
even Maine lobster bisque. Full bar, $4 - 21. 2298 Scenic
WILD OLIVES ���� A relaxing spot for a relaxing break-
Highway 30-A West, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 267-0101.
fast, lunch or dinner in the heart of Rosemary Beach,
whether you dine in or outside. Salads, sandwiches,
pizzas, even tapas, pastries and a well-stocked deli/
Italian
grocery counter. Roast, beef, chicken, fresh catch- CaffÉ Italia ����¹/³ Set in an 80-year-old house on
of-the-day, Italian and Greek sandwiches and salads. the water, Caffé Italia offers comfort and friendly service.
Beer and wine. $3- 20. 104 N. Barrett Square, Rosemary Traditional Italian-style appetizers, pastas, lasagna, pizzas,
Beach, (850) 231-0065. and house specialties, made with fresh herbs and local
fish. Wine, beer and bar. $4-24. 189 Brooks Street, Fort
Eclectic Walton Beach, 664-0035.
Big City american bistRo ����� A bistro offering an
Carrabba’s ���� Enjoy well-prepared and generously
extensive menu of both high-toned and comfort food
portioned Italian classics and specialties in a comfortable
such as meat loaf and mac and cheese. Other choice
atmosphere friendly to adults and kids. Lasagne, ravioli,
are rack of lamb, grilled fish and steaks, and pizza.
veal marsala, house made sausage, wood-fired pizzas,
Polished service, and swoon-inducing desserts. Wine
beef, chicken and seafood options, with nightly specials.
and beer. $5-29, 171 SW Brooks Street, FWB, 664-0664.
Dinner daily, lunch and dinner on Sundays and full bar
service. $4-22. 10562 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Silver Sands
CAFÉ THIRTY-A ����� Cafe Thirty-A has been here a
Factory Stores, 837-1140.
while. Finding out why can be a delicious experience. A
nightly-changing menu offers steaks, chicken, pork, lamb,
Cuvee Beach Bistro and Wine Bar offers a conglomera-
and local seafood elegantly prepared with imaginative
tion of multiregional cuisines reaching from New Orleans
sauces and sides, courteously served in a beautiful
to Old Italy. The menu encompasses seafood, steaks,
beach-house atmosphere. Lobster bisque, stone crab
pastas and brick oven pizzas. Dinner from 5 - 10:30 pm
claws, seasonal fish and shellfish, and wood oven-baked
nightly, with a special bar menu offered from 4 pm - mid-
pizzas. Full bar. $8-36. 3899 E. Scenic Highway 30-A,
night. 36120 Emerald Coast Parkway in Destin, Florida.
Seagrove Beach, (850) 231-2166.
Phone 850-650-8900.
camille’s at crystal beach ����¹/³ Gulf Coast/New
e n z o ’ s ���� S m a l l a n d e l e g a n t , E n z o ’ s
Orleans cooking meets the flavors of Japan in this warm,

Every Sunday...
ser ves an ambitious menu of Italian standards
cozy dining establishment with a Gulf view. Seafood
and specialties, including pastas with chicken, seafood or

get hooked
rules both on the regular menus and at the sushi bar. Full
veal with an interesting selection of appetizers. Steaks, pizzas
bar service offered. $4‑20, 2931 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin,
and calzones of all kinds. Excellent desserts. Wine and beer.
337‑8860.
$5-21. 1598 CR-393, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 267-3003.
Graffiti’s at the village of baytowne wharf Waterfront
fat clemenza’s ����� Pizza the way it should be,
dining. Eclectic Italian, seafood, steaks, and pasta. Visit
served piping hot from a brick oven, with simple and
the Rooftop Bar. The Village of Baytown Wharf, Sandestin
flavorful toppings. Traditional Italian menu offers brus-
Golf and Beach Resort, (850) 424-6650.
chetta, pasta, calamari, ravioli, lasagna, and calzones.
Don’t pass up dessert. Beer and wine, daily specials.
The Melting Pot ����� Fondue central, with cheese,
$4-22. 12273 U.S. 98, Holiday Plaza, Destin, 650-5980.
meat, chicken, duck, and seafood fondues, blended
tableside, complete with diner participation. Choose tradi-
Graffiti ���� Mediterranean meets relaxed Florida
tional, Caribbean, and do-it-yourself fondue-based meals.
coastal. Graffiti offers seafood, steak, various pastas
Save room for the chocolate fondues. Dinner daily, full bar.
with a range of sauces, pizza and walls covered with
$8-52 and up. 11394 U.S. 98 West, Destin, (850) 269-2227.
local artwork. The crayons are still on the tables. Wine
and full bar service. $4-29, 707 Harbor Blvd. East, Destin,
Picolo and the Red Bar Blackboard specials every day for
654-2764.
lunch and dinner. Salads, burgers, soup, fish of the day,
baked eggplant, pasta, and manicotti. Crab cakes on the

Seafood Boil
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Graffiti, baytowne wharf ���� A splash of color at the
weekends. $5‑18, 70 Hotz Ave, Grayton Bch, 231‑1008.
Village of Baytowne Wharf, Graffiti offers a well-prepared,
artfully presented array of pastas, fish, seafood, chicken,
Santa Rosa Beach Club ���� Fine food, attentive
beef and pork with wine and herb-based sauces. Try the
service and a great view of the Gulf, all in one place.
pasta bolognese or shellfish low country. Nightly specials
Well-chosen club menu offers both land and sea based
and noteworthy desserts. Wine, full bar. $5-29. 109 Can-
food, simply and elegantly present in a comfortable
nery Lane, Village of Baytowne, Destin (850) 424-6650.
atmosphere. Grilled fish, beef, pork and pasta dishes.
Daily specials and full bar for lunch and dinner. $5-31,
JOEY TOMATO’S ����� Joey Tomato’s is that little
4801 Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, 267-2305.
neighborhood Italian place you always wanted to know
about. Family owned and operated, Joey Tomato’s
SR 04 20 09
Trader Vic’s ����� Get a fix of the tropics at Trader
Vic’s. Start off with one of the house’s specialty drinks,
offers a crowded lunch menu of New York inspired deli
sandwiches, and a dinner menu featuring everything
BN 05 04 09
ranging from Mai Tais to Potted Parrots. Follow with an
from lasagna and pasta favorites to sophisticated veal

Alaskan Snow Crab • Black Mussels

array of Polynesian, Chinese and Asian -inspired appe-
and seafood dishes. Desserts are in the best Italian tradi-
tizers and entrees, including crispy duck, Hawaiian pork
tion. Service is friendly and helpful. Beer and wine. $4-22.
chops, curries, or steaks, seafood and chops prepared
1146 John Sims Pkwy. East, Niceville, (850) 729-3354.

Royal Red Shrimp • New Potatoes • Corn

116 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541 • 850.837.1913 • ajs-destin.com
in a wood-fired oven. Desserts and after-dinner coffee
drinks. Sunday brunch. $6-32. 4201 Two Trees Road (Palms
Sauce Pizza & Pasta Joint. Traditional Authentic Italian
of Destin), Destin, (850) 351-0900.
Cuisine. The Boston Brothers, Al & Gerry Scala invite you to
(Vin’tij) ����� Wine boutique and bistro. Wonderful
taste their Mother’s secret recipes! It’s all about the Sauce!
food, service and atmosphere. Great approach to wine
Pizza- Dough made daily, hand tossed with Moma’s
service offering Flight or tasters of unique varietals. Open
Sauce.Lasagna- Eggplant Parmesean- Antipasta- New
daily for lunch or dinner plus a well stocked retail wine
shop. $5-19, 10859 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, 650-9820.

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York Subs (Cold or Hot). All Homemade Daily! Come get
Sauced! Mon - Sun 11am - 10pm. 850-650-7900 and
850-654-8900. 14091-C Emerald Coast Parkway- Destin,
Fla. In the Emerald Coast Centre next door to Bealls.
spicy noodle italian bistro A family-run business serv-
ing traditional Italian cuisine in a warm, friendly family
atmosphere. We serve generous portions of quality
meat, seafood, pasta and pizza dishes at an affordable
price. Our bread, pizza dough and special dipping oil
are made fresh daily. Lunch and dinner are served from
11:00 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. Early bird and happy hour
prices from 3 to 6 p.m. We offer nightly specials and a
children’s menu. Beer and wine are available. Dine in
or take out. $4-19. 13667 East U.S. 98 (one mile east of
Rosemary Beach), (850) 231-0955. www.spicy-noodle.
com for complete menu and pricing.
LATIN / Mexican
EL MERCADITO CONVENIENCE STORE AND LATIN DELI Serving
tamales, tacos, tortillas, empanadas and the best bur-
ritos in town. Extraordinary 9-inch sandwiches, including
house specialty Tortas Mexicanas. Open daily, 10 a.m.
to 7 p.m. 3906 U.S. 98 West No. 12, Santa Rosa Beach.
(850) 622-4760.
La Paz ���� La Paz offers just about anything one might
want from a Mexican/Southwestern kitchen, including tama-
les, tacos, fajitas, burritos, enchiladas and quesadillas, throw-
ing in a thoughtfully-prepared list of grilled local fish, shellfish
and some imaginative spin-offs on classics. Daily specials,
full bar. $4-20. 950 Gulf Shore Drive, Destin (850) 837-2247.
Pepito’s Mexican Grill ����½ An enormous menu,
plenty of room, and a friendly staff make Pepito’s a good
bet for a Mexican snack or feast. Traditional and unusual
fare includes carnitas, enchiladas, fajitas, vegetarian
dishes, steaks and seafood specialties. $4-19. 757 Harbor
Blvd, Destin, 650-7734.
MEDITERRANEAN
Ali Baba Grill Café ���2/³ Satisfy your Greek and Middle
Eastern cravings at this Fort Walton Beach lunch and
dinner spot. Grilled lamb, beef, chicken and fish, as well
as traditional Middle Eastern specialties like hummus,
tabbouleh and baklava. Buffet available. $3-20, 550
Mary Esther Cut Off, FWB, 986-5555.
Bombay Masala ���� One-of-a-kind Indian dining, with
assorted curries, rice dishes, and savory breads. Chicken,
lamb, shrimp and goat dishes, spiced from mild to fiery,
plus an extensive vegetarian menu. Exotic desserts and
beverages. Lunch and dinner. $2-15, 326 Eglin Pkwy, Fort
Walton Beach, 862-0978.
ORIENTAL
Dynasty Chinese Cuisine ����� All your Chinese favor-
ites, classically prepared with individuality and served
with style. Beef, chicken, pork and seafood, noodles and
family-style dishes. Beer and wine. $2-19. 12889 Emerald
Coast Pkwy, Miramar Plaza, Destin, 837-6675.
LIN’S ASIAN CUISINE ���� Enjoy carefully prepared and
artfully served Chinese and Southeast Asian dishes in a
pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. Chicken, beef,
pork, duck, fish and shellfish are cooked to suit most
tastes, and Lin’s offers your favorites—General Tso’s
chicken, Mongolian beef, pad thai, lo mein and kung
pao, among many others. Beer and wine. $2-15. 130
Scenic Gulf Dr. #5B, Miramar Beach, (850) 424-5888.
Osaka Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar ���� Enjoy
fresh fish, shellfish, meat and chicken dramatically pre-
pared before your eyes in the hibachi rooms. Or choose
your favorite sushi, sashimi or house special rolls in the sushi
bar. Open weekdays for lunch and dinner with full bar ser-
vice. $5‑50 34745 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin. 650‑4688.
Osaka Sushi Rocks ���� It’s the little Sushi house on the
Lagoon. Osaka Sushi Rocks offers an extensive list of sushi,
sashimi, and rolls, both classic and regional specialties.
Friendly, serene atmosphere. Tempura, noodles and
teriyaki favorites also available. Wine and beer. $4-50.
108 Cannery Lane, Village of Baytowne Wharf, 351-1006.
Sai-Kyo Whether you go Japanese, Vietnamese, or pay a
visit to both, this is the place. Sushi, rice dishes, and tradi-
tional soups (pho) meat and seafood rice platters, teriyaki,
and stir-fries. Beer, wine, and sushi bar. $5-30. 14091 Emer-
ald Coast Pkwy, (Emerald Coast Centre) Destin, 650-5319.
Sushi siam ����½ East meets west and everyone wins at
this attractive restaurant with an elegant atmosphere with
reasonable prices. A full range of sushi, Japanese, Thai and
a touch of European fare. Fish, shellfish, duck, beef, noodle
and curry dishes, with a full bar and sushi bar. $4-25. 4236
Legendary Drive, Destin Commons, 650-5861.
PIZZA & PASTA
Giuseppi’s wharf ���� Feast on the bay and on the
sunset, at this newly renovated Niceville favorite. Gulf,
Italian and Louisiana-style seafood, steaks, and pasta
specialties served in family-friendly atmosphere with a
great view of the water. Lunch and dinner daily, full bar.
$4-16. 821 Bayshore Drive, Niceville, (850) 678-4229.
Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakery ���� Widely, wildly
assorted menu of stone baked pizzas, hoagies, calzones,
salads, and specialty items. Pizzas traditional and exotic
include pesto, jerk chicken, gourmet white, and Magical
Mystery Tour. Colorful psychedelic décor and friendly service.
$4‑25. 960 Hwy 98E, Sunsations Plaza, Destin, 650‑6420.
Roberto’s Pizzeria Authentic Italian pizzeria serving
homemade pies whole or by the slice, specialty seafood
pizzas, muffulettas, lasagna, and great Italian salads plus
beer and wine. Indoor/outdoor seating including our
peaceful lakeside dining. All day and evening deliver-
ies resort wide seven days a week. From small parties to
large groups. Live music available and specialty menus
to make your party a memorable experience. Contact
Chris Ruyan, Event Coordinator, at (850) 218-2628 or call
the restaurant at (850) 351‑1998.
Sauce Pizza & Pasta Joint. Traditional Authentic Italian
Cuisine. The Boston Brothers, Al & Gerry Scala invite you to
taste their Mother’s secret recipes! It’s all about the Sauce!
Pizza- Dough made daily, hand tossed with Moma’s
Sauce.Lasagna- Eggplant Parmesean- Antipasta- New
York Subs (Cold or Hot). All Homemade Daily! Come get
Sauced! Mon - Sun 11am - 10pm. 850-650-7900 and
850-654-8900. 14091-C Emerald Coast Parkway- Destin,
Fla. In the Emerald Coast Centre next door to Bealls.
spicy noodle italian bistro A family-run business
serving traditional Italian cuisine in a warm, friendly
family atmosphere. We serve generous portions of
quality meat, seafood, pasta and pizza dishes at an
affordable price. Our bread, pizza dough and special
dipping oil are made fresh daily. Lunch and dinner are
served from 11:00 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. Early bird and
happy hour prices from 3 to 6 p.m. We offer nightly spe-
cials and a children’s menu. Beer and wine are avail-
able. Dine in or take out. $4-19. 13667 East U.S. 98 (one
mile east of Rosemary Beach), (850) 231-0955. www.
spicy-noodle.com for complete menu and pricing.
SEAFOOD
AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar offers fresh Gulf seafood
selections, tender chicken dishes, juicy steaks and
savory pasta to satisfy every appetite. Oyster Happy Hour
Monday thru Friday 11 a.m. till 7 p.m. Open for lunch and
dinner daily, reservation not required. $8-24. 116 Harbor
Blvd, Destin, 837-0404. www.ajs-destin.com.
baby J’s ���� Casual dining on the Destin harbor,
with refined, thoughtfully-executed food. Raw oysters,
sushi rolls, fish tacos, sandwiches, and daily specials of
grilled, steamed and blackened fish and seafood, plus
pasta, beef and chicken. Friendly, attentive service with
full bar. $6-30. 194 Harbor Blvd., Destin, (850) 269-2222.
THE Boat house Oyster Bar Open daily at 11 a.m. until
? with entertainment seven days a week. Award-winning
gumbo, oysters and the coldest beer in town. On the
Destin Harbor 1/2 mile east of the Destin Bridge, 288 U.S.
98 E., $2.50-18.95. (850) 837-3645.
CAPT. DAVE’S ON THE GULF ����¾ A tradition since 1977,
Capt. Dave’s is a go-to place for the kind of seafood that
made this area famous. A time-tested selection of fried,
grilled, and broiled fish, shellfish, steaks and chicken, with
house and seasonal specialties. Full bar. $5-25. 3796
Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, 837-2627.
CAPT.’s table fish house restaurant & oyster bar Serves
fresh local seafood. “We catch our fresh fish off our two
commercial boats.” Grouper, trigger, amberjack, red fish.
Full bar. 1110 St. Andrews, Panama City, (850) 767-9933.
COPPER GRILL Excellent menu and the finest wines on the
Emerald Coast. Fresh seafood and great steaks—fine
dining at its best. Happy hour 4-7 p.m. Serving dinner at
5. Personal wines welcome; corkage fee. Reservations
recommended, not required. 11225 U.S. 98 W., Miramar
Beach, (850) 654-6900.
Crab Trap (2 locations) ����� Getting seafood to the
people is what it’s all about at Crab Trap. Huge space
and plenty of tables, effecient staff, and a menu full of
crab, shrimp, fish and shellfish prepared in old and new-
fashioned ways. Full bar, $5-40. 3500 Scenic Hwy 98E,
Destin, 654-2722 and 1430 Hwy 98W, Okaloosa Island
Boardwalk, 301-0959.
DEWEY DESTIN’S HARBORSIDE ���� The classics, done
right, at this newly-opened waterside seafood establish-
ment. Shrimp, crab, tuna, grouper, scallops, oysters and
some land-based items, served fried, grilled, or steamed
in most conceivable combinations. Family-friendly, with
an accommodating staff. Nightly specials, full bar. $5-40.
202 Harbor Blvd., Destin, (850) 837-7525.
Fisherman’s Wharf ���� Casual seafood dining, plain
or fancy, overlooking the Destin fishing docks. Grilled, fried
or blackened local fish and seafood, house specialties
like East Pass grouper, mixed platters, and starters like
‘gator wings and fried green tomatoes. Lunch and dinner
daily, full bar. $4-23. 210-D U.S. 98, Destin, (850) 654‑4766.
Giuseppi’s wharf ���� Feast on the bay and on the
sunset, at this newly renovated Niceville favorite. Gulf,
Italian and Louisiana-style seafood, steaks, and pasta
specialties served in family-friendly atmosphere with a
great view of the water. Lunch and dinner daily, full bar.
$4-16. 821 Bayshore Drive, Niceville, (850) 678-4229.
Hammerhead’s Bar & Grille Party to live music and sunsets
on the open deck overlooking the bay. Featuring char-
grilled oysters on the half shell, steamed seafood buckets,
grilled sandwiches and a large selection of specialty
cocktails. $9‑25, Village of Baytowne Wharf, 351‑1997.
Harbor Docks Overlooking the Destin Harbor featuring
original atmosphere and great seafood from our own
seafood market, sushi and hibachi. Live entertainment on
the deck. $4‑25, 538 Hwy 98, Destin, 837‑2506.
JC’s off the hook ���� JC’s Off the Hook offers tasty and
affordable fish, shellfish and steaks served in a comfortable,
cheerfully decorated atmosphere within walking distance
of the beach. Friendly service and a family-friendly menu
featuring grilled, sauteed or fried grouper, mahi mahi,
ribeye and sirloin steaks, chicken, shrimp and crab cakes.
Nightly specials. Full bar, $4-20. 2210 W. Scenic Highway
30-A, Blue Mountain Beach. (850) 267-0374.
louisiana lagniappe ����� Like the name says, prepare
for something extra at Lagniappe, with Louisiana Creole sea-
food specialties from the Gulf, enriched with opulent sauces
and toppings. Grilled, blackened, fried or baked grouper,
shrimp, crab, swordfish, beef and chicken served in gener-
ous portions, with a great view thrown in. Sunday brunch,
full bar. $6-33. 775 Gulf Shore Drive, Destin, (850) 837-0881.
THE LOVE SHACK ���� Stay away fools, ‘cause food
rules at the Love Shack. An outdoor pool and walls full of
painted fish make a family and kid-friendly atmosphere. A
varied menu features local seafood, steaks, chicken, ribs,
and pasta dishes, with Southwest and Caribbean-style
preparation. Jerk chicken, fish tacos, fried pickles and
seafood baskets available, and more. Full bar. $4-22.
306 Bald Eagle Drive, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 267-0399.
Nick’s ���� Going strong at 40-plus, Nick’s is a local
tradition for the best of the Gulf’s fish and shellfish.
Fish, shrimp, oysters, scallops, and crab served grilled,
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seafood served in every imaginable combination.
Choose from crab, shrimp, lobster, oysters, clams, mus-
sels, and fresh catch of the day. Pasta and steak/seafood
pairings also offered. Friendly, efficient service. Open
daily for dinner, with full bar. $4‑27, 102 Santa Rosa Blvd.,
Okaloosa Island, 664‑2795.
Original Waterfront Crab Shack ���¹/³ A taste of the
good old days in one of the oldest waterfront seafood
Lunch Specials $5.95 houses in the area. A menu crowded with fresh local
seafood served fried, grilled, or steamed in every com-
Dine In or Take Out 837-6675 bination. Soups, salads, steaks, and sandwiches too. Full
bar service with open patio/deck. Arrive by car or boat.
specialties served in family-friendly atmosphere with a
great view of the water. Lunch and dinner daily, full bar.
$4-16. 821 Bayshore Drive, Niceville, (850) 678-4229.
PANDORA’S ����� The Emerald Coast’s oldest family-
owned steakhouse specializing in only the finest choice
USDA beef charbroiled over an open oak fire and the
freshest local seafood. Prime rib special Wednesday and
Sunday, only $14.95. Music with Greg Pendleton Wednes-
day, Friday and Saturday. Tuesday is Jazz Night with Sean
Dietrich and Jim Ates. Happy Hour Tuesday-Friday, 5-7
p.m. Open 5 p.m.; call for reservations. Closed Mondays.
1226 Santa Rosa Blvd., Okaloosa Island, (850) 244-8669.

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$5‑25, 104 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, FWB, 664‑0345.
Poppy’s Seafood Factory ����� Resort casual fine
dining featuring live Maine Lobster, USDA prime steaks
Mon - Thur 11:00am - 9:30 pm and a variety of fresh local fish and shellfish. Flavors range
from Cajun/Creole to coastal and Caribbean. Live music
Fri - Sat 11:00am - 10:00pm and decks overlooking the bay. Children’s menu, full bar
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Seagar’s prime steaks & seafood The area’s first AAA
4-Diamond restaurant specializing in the finest prime
beef and freshest seafood available. Private dining facili-
ties and wine room with more than 800 labels. Features
tableside preparations and live piano nightly. Reserva-
tions recommended. 622-1500. $10‑50, 4000 Sandestin
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efficiency and a smile. Grilled, fried and blackened
fish and chicken, sandwiches and salads. Pork chops,
Harbor Docks $3‑12; 538 Hwy 98, Destin, 837‑2506.
steak, even wings and pizza. Full bar and wide choice
of draft and bottled beers. $5-24, 10952 Hwy 30A, Inlet
old florida fish house $4-29; 5235 E Hwy 30A, Seagrove
Bch, 231‑9410.
Beach, 534-3045.
Staff’s Seafood Restaurant Excellent service is a hallmark
OSAKA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE AND SUSHI BAR 34745 Emer-
of one of the area’s oldest dining establishments. Open
ald Coast Pkwy, Destin, 650‑4688.
only for dinner. $14‑25, 24 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, 243‑3482.
Osaka Sushi Rocks ���� It’s the little Sushi house on the
Steamboat bar & grill Menu features etouffee, seafood,
Lagoon. Osaka Sushi Rocks offers an extensive list of sushi,
The Boston Brothers, Gerry & Al Scala steaks, pasta, sandwiches, raw bar and Asian food. Open
daily for lunch and dinner. $5-22. Live music and happy
sashimi, and rolls, both classic and regional specialties.
Friendly, serene atmosphere. Tempura, noodles and
invite you to taste their Mother’s secret recipes ! hour, 3-7 p.m. daily. Daily specials and full bar service.
Inside and outside dining with covered patio. 4943 U.S.
teriyaki favorites also available. Wine and beer. $4-50.
108 Cannery Lane, Village of Baytowne Wharf, 351-1006.
Antipasta - Pasta - New Your Style Subs(Cold or Hot) 98 West, Suite #1, Santa Rosa Beach, (850) 267-1522.
Sai-kyo $5-30, 14091 Emerald Coast Pkwy (Emerald
Pizza - Dough Made Daily, Hand Tossed with Moma's Sauce Stinky’s fish camp ���� Seafood is king at this informal
Santa Rosa Beach eatery. Oysters “all ways,” crawfish pie,
Coast Centre), 650-5319.
Lasagna - Eggplant Parmesean - Nonno's Aglio Olio catfish or frog legs meuniere, and gumbo are just a few
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All Homemade Daily attentive. Open daily, 11 a.m. to midnight. Full bar. $7-32.
5960 Scenic Highway 30-A. (850) 267-3053.
Bangkok House ���� Still going strong at the same FWB
location, Bangkok House offers an variety of Thai and other
Asian-style dishes, including Thai curries, soups, dinner salads,
STEAKS roast duck, fried rice and noodle dishes, and plenty of sea-
food and vegetarian options. Weekly lunch buffet, full bar.
Boar’s Head Restaurant & Tavern ���� Since 1978, a $4-22. 201 Ferry Avenue, Fort Walton Beach, (850) 243-6911.
good reason to drive to Panama City Beach. Beef, sea-
food, pork, chicken, and game foods simply prepared, lotus thai restaurant Thai cuisine prepared by natives
with an emphasis on grilling. Regular house specialties, of Thailand. Hot bar offered as a lunch special and full
nightly specials and live entertainment Wed‑Sat. Full menu all day including stir-fry, pad thai and more. Open
Hours: Monday - Sunday 11am - 10pm bar service. $3.50 ‑ $27. 17290 Front Beach Rd, PCB,
866‑234‑6628.
for lunch and dinner. 550 Mary Esther Blvd. (Longhorn
Plaza), $3-$15, 243-3744.
14091-C Emerald Coast Parkway- Destin, Fla.
COPPER GRILL Excellent menu and the finest wines on the Thai Delights ����� Located in the heart of Destin,
In the Emerald Coast Centre next door to Bealls Emerald Coast. Fresh seafood and great steaks—fine Thai Delights offers exemplary Thai cuisine, using fresh
www.comegetsauced.com dining at its best. Happy hour 4-7 p.m. Serving dinner at local seafood and plenty of flavorful Thai herbs and
5. Personal wines welcome; corkage fee. Reservations seasonings. Choose from stir-fries, curries, noodles, spicy
recommended, not required. 11225 U.S. 98 W., Miramar soups and salads. Beer and wine are available. $4-25,
Beach, (850) 654-6900. 205 Mountain Drive, Destin, 650-3945.
Destin East Pass Two Week Tide and Sunset Chart Fleming’s prime steakhouse & wine bar An ongoing TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN
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finest aged prime beef and 100 wines by the glass in
Time Visible a lively, stylish atmosphere. Fleming’s is where evenings
fresh veggie plates, Thai food, shrimp, fish sandwiches
and plates, and daily specials. $3‑12, 538 Hwy 98,
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 The Beachcomber Book Review
Coming of Age in Fantasyland
By Lesha Denega
While the title of Les Grossman’s The
Magicians is definitely leading, if you
aren’t a fan of fantasy, fear not. You can
still enjoy this book, as it is most pro-
foundly a story about what happens when
you are expected to become an adult,
and the responsibilities that entails. This
coming of age narrative juxtaposes those
lessons against a smaller, highly selective
group of people in a smaller, more selec-
tive social world. And Grossman then
projects those lessons against a hugely
more potentially danger ridden landscape
of magic itself, something that can kill
you far more easily than most things at
Hogwarts.
Grossman heavy-handedly—and, I assume,
intentionally—references fantasy literature
from C.S. Lewis (including theology) to
J.K. Rowling (including an obscure sport)
and others. What is most significant
about these allegorical references is the
pull they have not on the characters, but
upon generations of fantasy readers. You
need not have read fantasy to benefit from
these “borrowed” themes. Lewis’s Narnia
was enchanting for a reason, and in creat-
ing a magical facsimile (called Fillory in
The Magicians), Grossman borrows from
the hold Narnia has had on young and
old readers alike. Grossman doesn’t just
borrow scenery or themes—he borrows the
very best bits.
I enjoyed The Magicians immensely, and
not because I’m an avid fantasy con-
sumer. In fact, fantasy readers will make
And they will find nothing lacking.
UNLUCKY IN LOTTO
Call him the anti-James Patterson. Ravens
author George Dawes Green isn’t exactly
Mr. Prolific—he’s written a grand total of
four novels since 1994, and the last one—
The Juror—came out 14 years ago.
Winning the lottery is a dream come true,
at least until a pair of small-time crooks
decide they’re entitled to a share of the
jackpot. That’s the dilemma for the Boat-
wright family in this brilliant page-turner
(or next page-clicker for you Kindle fans).
Shaw, the mastermind, puts one over on
the small Georgia town and eventually has
Elmer Gantry delusions of grandeur. Mean-
while, his partner Romeo—one of the most
complex and fascinating characters in
recent fiction—drives around stalking the
relatives, ready to kill on Shaw’s command.
Throw in a convincing female protagonist
from the MySpace generation and a law
enforcement officer who has become the
laughing stock of the town, and you’ve
got yourself one hell of a read. My only
gripe is that the story doesn’t quite have
the jaw-dropper of a finale I felt it—and
the readers—earned.
- Christopher Manson
AUDIOBOOK OF THE FORTNIGHT
Much has been made of audible.com’s
addition of essential audiobooks by Von-
negut, Irving and others to its “Modern
Vanguard” series, but the appearance
of Brian Garfield’s Death Wish in the
catalog somehow escaped everyone’s
radar. It was released in late July, and I’m
Garfield’s 1971 novel was, of course, the
basis for the increasingly absurd series of
films starring Charles Bronson. Michael
Winner’s 1974 movie added a rape scene
and expanded on the pursuit of bleeding-
heart-liberal-turned-one-man-army Paul
Kersey (in the novel, his name is Paul
Benjamin) by the NYPD. There’s a lot
more exposition in the source material,
something stoneface Bronson couldn’t
quite pull off despite his admittedly strong
presence.
The final chapters of this brief—under
six hours—audiobook get a little talky,
but Wyman’s outstanding performance
overcomes. I’ve been looking for this book
for years, and I’m glad to see it available
in any format.
- C.M.
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A M U S E M E N T — wAT E R
PA R K S
DESTIN HISTORY & FISHING MUSEUM Open year round,
Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Call for holiday hours of operation. Admission is $5 for
adults, $4 for seniors and military and $3 for children.
108 Stahlman Avenue, Destin, 837-6611.
Ebro Greyhound Park Live greyhound racing and
simulcasting. Call for schedule. Located at the corner
of Rte. 20 and State Road 79, northeast of Panama
City. (850) 234‑3943.
EMERALD COAST SCIENCE CENTER A unique museum
allowing visitors to touch and use the exhibits,
including optical illusions, a nature room and a
wind tunnel. 139 Brooks Street, Fort Walton Beach,
(850) 664-1261.
Gulfarium Florida’s Gulfarium the oldest marine
show aquarium in the world offers non-stop family
entertainment rain or shine. Located less than one
mile east of Brooks Bridge. Log on to www.gulfarium.
com or call 243-9046.
Indian Temple Mound Museum Artifacts and displays
showing the rich Indian history of this area. 139 Hwy.
98SE, FWB, 833‑9595.
The Boardwalk and Pier Okaloosa Island, right next
door to the Gulfarium. Offering a sweeping view of
the gulf without getting sandy or wet, there is ample
seating to watch sunsets, plus a variety of restaurants
and saloons.
cruises / tours /
diving / snorkeling
AJ’s Sea Blaster Climb aboard for a cruise search-
ing the Emerald Green waters for the most playful
dolphin. This 73-foot passenger boat carries up to
119 passengers and offers an array of family fun.
Free beer, wine and soft drinks. 116 Hwy 98, Destin,
837-1166.
bimini breeze boat A full service bar cruise vessel that
serves free beer, snorkeling trips and dolphin spotting
along the Emerald Coast. Mon-Fri 9-11 am & 2-4:30
pm. Adults $27.50, kids 12-5 $8, 4 and under free.
116 Hwy 98 E, Destin, 837-1166.
crab island excursions As you cross the Destin
Bridge, you will see boats anchored in the bay to
spend the day swimming, snorkeling, and playing
in the water. Crab Island is three to 10 feet deep,
depending on where you anchor. Weekends from 9
am to 5 pm. 18 years and above. Full bar on board,
$30, 837-1166.
SAIL AWAY aboard a 30 ft Catamaran. Private
charter with up to six guests. Sailing, snorkeling,
fishing, dolphin excursions, sunset cruises & Crab
Island parties. Customize your own trip, from 2 to 8
hours. Departs daily from the Destin Harbor. Captain
Licensed and Insured. (850) 376-4757.
SCUBA TECH Snorkel and dive with Scuba Tech. Open
daily, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A full-service scuba and snorkel-
ing facility including retail, rental, air and nitrox. Instruc-
tion offered at all levels. Sea Cobra dive boat to reefs
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and wrecks for certified divers. Mongoose snorkel or
Discover Scuba to jetties for noncertified divers. 301
U.S. 98 East, Destin, (850) 837-2822.
silent lady This 64’ custom-built luxury schooner
is crafted after whaling vessels of yesteryear. Daily
sailing adventures are offered four times a day and
serving free beer and wine. Call 837-4703 for reserva-
tions. 116 Hwy 98E, located behind AJs.
Snorkel & Dive with Scubatech Open daily 8-5. A
full service scuba and snorkeling facility including
retail, rental, air, and nitrox. Instruction offered at all
levels. Sea Cobra dive boat to reefs and wrecks for
certified divers. Mongoose snorkel or Discover Scuba
to jetties for non-certified divers. 304 Hwy 98E, Destin,
837-2822.
SUNQUEST CRUISES welcomes you to dine, dance,
and cruise aboard Solaris. Featuring live entertain-
ment and a three course dinner served at your table,
Solaris sets the mood for a memorable experience!
Visit our website www.sunquestcruises.com. Make
reservations online or call 650-2519. Reservations
required.
sunset cruises Take time to relax cruising the
beaches looking for dolphins or watching a beautiful
Florida sunset. Mon-Fri 5:30-7:30 pm. Adults $19, Kids
5-12, $8, age 4 and under free. Free beer, wine and
soft drinks. 116 Hwy 98 E, Destin, 837-1166.
golf
Blue Water Bay Golf Resort Enjoy over 2,000 acres
of superb recreational opportunities on a 36‑hole
championship Fazio/Pate designed layout located
just minutes north of Destin. 897‑3241.
Emerald Bay Golf Club Public, 18-hole champion-
ship course designed by Bob Cupp. Driving range,
putting green, club rental, GPS on carts. 40001 Hwy
98W, Destin. 888-GOLF-BAY or 837-5197.
Kelly Plantation 18‑hole championship golf course
designed by Fred Couples, meticulously manicured,
open to public, clubhouse restaurant, golf shop, out-
standing practice facility, GPS, and complimentary
chilled apples. Call for tee times. 34851 Hwy. 98W,
Destin, 650‑7600 or 1-800-811-6757.
Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club This award-winning
18-hole course offers an extraordinary golfing experi-
ence for players of all skill levels and was named one
of Golf Digest’s Top Places to Play. Equipment rental
available. 465 Regatta Bay Blvd., Destin, 337-8080.
www.regattabay.com.
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club Semi‑private, 18‑hole soft
spike only course. Driving range, putting green and club
rental. 334 Golf Club Dr., Santa Rosa Bch, 267‑2229.
Seascape Resort & Beach Club 18-hole golf course
with clubhouse, pro shop, putting green, driving
range, and Lakeside Grill. 2,000 feet of pristine beach
featuring wave runners, parasailing, and the famous
Whale’s Tail restaurant and beach bar, Miramar
Beach, (850) 654-7888 (PUTT).
health clubs
Short and long term membership health clubs .
C all for details .
Destin Yoga by the sea Beach Yoga, Power Flow
Classes & Private Sessions. Enjoy the growing Vinyasa
Yoga Journey for five blissful years in Destin. All levels
in Harmony. Call Rhonda (850) 897-3788 or visit
www.YogaDestin.com.
Rosemary Beach fitness center Upscale line of
cardiovascular and strength training equipment,
individual cardio theaters. Certified personal train-
ers plus yoga, pilates, tai chi and water aerobics
classes in heated pool with adult-only swim times.
Day passes and full membership. www. rosemary-
beach.com, (850) 278-2200.
Yoga-Pilates by the sea Beach/Bay Yoga and
Pilates classes. Yoga-Pilates intensives Monday
and Wednesday 8:30-9:30 a.m. Yoga-Pilates Flow
Challenge Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:15-7:30 a.m.
Hot Yoga Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. Yoga-Pilates
Flow 1st and 3rd Satursdays of the month. Visit www.
yogapilatesbythesea.com for details and locations
or call Arleen Garrett at (850) 499-2324.
OUTDOORS
Adventures Unlimited Discover the fun of canoe-
ing, kayaking, tubing, rope course and camping
out in tent or cabins available. Experience canoe-
ing unlike anywhere in the world. The spring fed
rivers flow at an average depth of two feet over a
soft, sandy bottom through Blackwater River State
Forest. White sand beaches dot the banks: perfect
for swimming, sunning and picnicking. Two hours
or three days canoe, tube, kayak.. camp in tents
or cabins. We offer family fun as well as team
adventures for corporations, weddings, or just a
fun weekend. 8974 Tomahawk Landing Road.
Milton, Florida. (850) 623-6197. www.adventure-
sunlimited.com
Sand Castles Learn to build fancy sand castles,
porpoises, and dragons with Sand Odyssey, or
engage us to create a unique piece for your wed-
ding, meeting or event (on the beach or indoors).
Call 622-2741 or visit www.sandodyssey.com.
PA R K S &
P U B L I C B E AC H AC C E S S
Where natural beauty has existed for years, it is
no surprise there are a number of parks within
easy driving range of Destin and South Walton.
Here are a few:
Beasley Wayside Park Picnic tables, public beach
area, barbecue grills, bathhouse, and restrooms.
Gulf side of Okaloosa Island, Hwy. 98W.
Blackwater River State Park NW of FWB off Hwy.
90, You can catch sight of lots of wildlife while
camping, canoeing, hiking, and fishing. Milton,
(850) 983‑5363.
Blue Mountain Beach Public parking for this access
is located at the south end of CR-83 and Scenic
Highway 30‑A.
Brackin Wayside Park Gulf side of Okaloosa Island
on Hwy. 98W. Facilities include restaurants, saloons,
children’s playground, beach volleyball, three
beach accesses, showers, public restrooms, and
picnic table.
Cessna Bay Picnic tables, parking, rest rooms and
boat access. 1476 N. CR-393.
Clement E. Taylor City Park This park is named
after one of Destin’s early settlers and is on Choc-
tawhatchee Bay. Chock full of shade trees, there
are picnic areas and restrooms, but no camping.
Destin, off Calhoun Drive.
Dune Allen In Dune Allen beach this access has
parking, but no bathrooms, showers or picnic area.
5753 Hwy 30‑A W., Santa Rosa Beach.
Ed Walline A large public beach access in South
Walton, providing handicapped parking, picnic
tables, restrooms and showers. Intersection of Hwy
30‑A and CR-393.
Eden Gardens State Park An historic homestead
under majestic moss draped oaks with a home
surrounded by lawns and seasonal gardens. Tours
of the home are Thursday through Monday hourly
beginning at 10 a.m. with the last tour at 3 p.m.
The park and picnic areas are open daily from 8
a.m. to sunset and located on CR-395 north off
Hwy 98 in Point Washington. Call 231-4214 for more
information.
Gulf Shore Manor Public restrooms, handi-
capped and public parking. 3468 E. Hwy 30‑A ,
Seagrove Beach.
Gulfview Heights Located at the end of Gulfview
Heights St, behind Goatfeather ’s restaurant,
this access offers parking, picnic areas and
restrooms.
Grayton Beach State Recreation Area Camping
picnics, hiking, swimming, and saltwater fishing,
and boating. Showers and electricity are part of
the amenities. Access from S. Hwy. 30‑A, South
Walton, 231‑4210.
Grayton Dunes Handicapped and public parking
plus beach access. Behind the Red Bar in Grayton
Beach.
Henderson Beach State Park This park almost
has it all: camping, swimming area sheltered
picnic areas, grills, and restrooms. But there is
no boat ramp and jet skis and other personal
watercraft are prohibited. 17000 Hwy. 98W,
Destin, 837‑7550.
Inlet Beach This area offers handicapped and
public parking, restrooms and dune walkovers to
the beach. 438 S. Orange St. in Inlet Beach.
Legion Bay Picnic tables, public parking, boat ramp
and restrooms. Intersection of Ponce de Leon and
Crest Dr, 191 Crest Dr, Sandestin.
Marier Memorial Park Public beach area, picnic
tables, barbecue grills, boat ramp, restrooms and
bathhouse. Bay side of Okaloosa Island, off Santa
Rosa Blvd.
Miramar Beach Access Parking with public beach
access. Scenic Hwy 98 and Driftwood Rd, adjacent
to Pompano Joe’s.
Topsail Hill State Preserve Two major fresh-
water coastal dune lakes are located within the
1,600‑acre preserve. Compground entrance and
day use entrance are located on West Scenic High-
way 30-A, 1/4 mile south of U.S. 98. (850) 267-0299.
www.floridastateparks.org/topsailhill
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C OME ABOARD FOR AN E VENING L IKE N O O THER

Imagine combining your favorite restaurants, your favorite bands,
your most memorable celebrations and romantic moments. Now imagine
experiencing it all aboard a cruise that starts with a sunset and leaves
you dancing in the moonlight.

Step out of your imagination and onboard “Solaris” the

area’s only dining and
entertainment yacht
and experience an evening like no other.

Rhythm & Hues

Smooth Jazz Cruise
Sunday 8/30 5 to 8

Live Jazz

Artist Sidney Carter will

paint during this cruise
For Information and Reservations
Hors d oeuvres 850 ▪ 650 ▪ 2519
WWW.SUNQUESTCRUISES.COM
Cash Bar Located at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
$55 per person