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Calm in a Glass

October 30, 2024

Words by Ambar Ramirez & Carmen Macri ’Tis the season for cozy comfort drinks, and what better way to spice things up than switching liquor for some CBD oil? Sometimes having a nice mocktail is exactly what we need, but what if we also want to feel a li’l somethin’ somethin’ without drinking alcohol, if we’re being frank, sometimes

Feature·Food + Drink

Slicing and Brewing

Brent and Jennifer’s Journey with Butcher & Bean Words and photos by Ambar Ramirez One often hears the saying, home is where the heart is, but for Jennifer Civitillo and Brent Burgoyne, home is where an espresso bar and a craft butchery collide — Butcher & Bean. This neighborhood

Bite by Bite

Arlington Cajun Crab Juice Seafood & Bar Jax cajuncrabjax.com Cliff’s Bar

The Hunt: Finding the best loaded tots in Jacksonville

Words by Ambar Ramirez and Carmen Macri You know them, and

Ink & Barley

August 29, 2024

Feature·LocalLy Ownded·St. Augustine

Where tattoos and brews flow Words and Photos by Carmen Macri & Evergold Photography As you stroll through the bustling streets of Downtown St. Augustine, it’s easy for certain spots to fade into the background, overshadowed by the grandeur of old Spanish architecture and the looming fort. But for

Bite by Bite

July 30, 2024

Food + Drink·Restaurants

Arlington Cajun Crab Juice Seafood & Bar Jax cajuncrabjax.com Cliff’s Bar & Grill cliffsbarandgrill.com El Fogón de Munchies facebook.com/elfogonMunchiesBoricuas Fancy Sushi & Grill Japanese Restaurant fancysushiandgrill.com Fuji Sushi fujisushi-fl.com The Good Place Nutrition facebook.com/thegoodplacenutrition Grinders American Diner grindersamdiner.com La Palmerita orderlapalmerita.com Lauren’s

EASTCOAST OYSTERS BRINGS THE OYSTERS TO THE PEOPLE

July 15, 2024

Feature·Food + Drink·Lifestyle·Local Seafood

Mobile raw bar becomes a reality Words by Emily Cheyne & photos provided by Kevonne Phillips In 2014 Kevonne Phillips was in line at a gas station when he noticed the man in front of him wearing a shirt from BoatHouse Oyster Bar in Destin, Florida. Phillips asked the man

The Wanderer: 100 Things To Do In St. Augustine Before You Die

July 15, 2024

Drink·Entertainment·Food + Drink·Lifestyle·Museum·Neighborhoods·St. Augustine·Travel & Tourism

Words & photos by Amiyah Golden One of the many reasons I love our great city of Jacksonville is the proximity and access to a variety of experiences: I can hop in the car and enjoy the springs, beaches and historical landmarks to tantalize my curiosity. I grew up here,

A Culinary Journey Through Diversity and Good Eats: My Picks for the Top Restaurants in Northeast Florida

July 3, 2024

Food + Drink·Lifestyle

By Angelica Santini Hernandez Northeast Florida is a hidden gem on the culinary map of the United States. Over time, our dining options have grown considerably along with our population and diversity to better reflect our vibrant community. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the restaurant scene offers a

Asian Night Market in Jacksonville

July 3, 2024

Feature·Food + Drink·Lifestyle

Words by Kara Carter You may have seen lively videos of people roaming the streets of Thailand and Vietnam, specifically at night, eating traditional foods and delicacies like skewers, papaya salad and Vietnamese pancakes. Now this experience is coming to Jacksonville! The Asian Night Market is held the last weekend

Eat, Shop and Grow Local!

July 3, 2024

Environmental·Farms·Food + Drink·Health & Wellness·Lifestyle·Locally Sourced

Words by Kara Carter With summer in full swing, the last thing you want after picking out fresh produce is an inedible piece of fruit like this woman has experienced at her local Walmart after picking up a watermelon that bends? A consumer is less likely to know where their

Celebrating Caribbean Month: Exploring Caribbean Cuisine in Northeast Florida

July 3, 2024

Food + Drink·Lifestyle

By: Angelica Santini Hernandez Caribbean American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the rich cultural contributions and vibrant culinary traditions of the Caribbean. Jacksonville, Florida, with its diverse population, offers an array of restaurants that showcase the flavors of the Caribbean islands. From spicy jerk chicken to savory curries, these

The Hunt: Finding the Best Hotdogs in Northeast Florida

July 3, 2024

Food + Drink·Lifestyle·Opinion

It’s officially summertime. And what else screams summertime other than a nice hot glizzy? Maybe wrapped in tinfoil, cooked over a grill or boiled? Even if you claim you dont like hotdogs, you still kind of like hotdogs. It's un-American to feel otherwise.

Combined Minds: What Does Your Favorite Summer Cocktail Say About You

June 26, 2024

Editorial Opinion·Food + Drink·Lifestyle

Words by Ambar Ramirez & Carmen Macri Carmen: Summer is here! And with it comes long sunny days and cold cocktails – at least for us. I don’t know what y’all get into, but the second it’s 85 degrees outside I need a spicy margarita in my hand. Ambar: We