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Earth to Shoppers

April 17, 2025

Words by Kaili Cochran “If food waste were a country it would be the third-largest emitter of greenhouse gases.” This is what Kevin Anderson, senior coordinator of Ogier Gardens at the University of North Florida, shared with me during a composting workshop he led. It’s a statistic that sticks with me whenever the topic of eco-friendly or zero-waste living

Feature·Food + Drink·Health & Wellness·News

NFAN/Dining Out For Life

Words by Kaili Cochran Before the mid-1990s, having HIV was considered a death sentence but with modern treatment, someone with HIV can have a similar lifespan as someone who is HIV-negative. Northeast Florida Aids Network is the only organization in Northeast Florida that focuses on HIV. Since its

Folio’s Top Picks: Bite By Bite

Jacksonville & St Augustine Neighborhoods Jacksonville Arlington Fuji Sushi fujisushi-fl.com

Your Guide to Cat Cafes in Northeast Florida

Words by Kaili Cochran People love coffee. Many of them love

Bite by Bite

September 30, 2024

Food + Drink·LocalLy Ownded·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

The Hunt: Finding the best loaded tots in Jacksonville

August 29, 2024

Feature·Food + Drink

Words by Ambar Ramirez and Carmen Macri You know them, and you love them. We’ve said it once, and we will say it again: The potato is the most versatile food. It could be a group of its own on the food pyramid. You have mashed potatoes, baked potatoes,

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

HOT WHEELS : FOLIO Weed July 2024

July 24, 2024

Editorial Opinion·Feature·Folio Weed·Lifestyle

Words by Shelton Hull If you’re anything but stone-blind, the sight should be familiar by now: I’m talking about that purple van with the neon lights and retro wrap that drives around selling cannabis products, usually near bars and clubs because that’s where the action is. Of course, I was

FLORIDA COWBOY: LIVING OFF LAND

July 24, 2024

Feature·Lifestyle·Outdoors

Just Buy A Boat Words & photos by Ambar Ramirez & Carmen Macri There’s the charm of van life, the endless highways and nomadic existence. Then there’s the rugged isolation of off-grid camps, far from civilization. But our personal favorite? Living off the land—not to be confused with living off

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,

Educational Clean Up at Blue Cypress Park

July 3, 2024

Charitable·Community·Environmental·Learning·Lifestyle·Outdoors

Educational Cleanup – 7.17.24 (11 AM – 3 PM) Blue Cypress Park 4012 University Blvd. N. Jacksonville, FL 32277 YOU’RE INVITED! A Fun Event for All Ages! Help Keep Our Beautiful River Clean! Special Guest Appearance by Johnnie the St. Johns River Monster! Delicious Pizza & Beverages for Registered Participants!

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