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Where Fudpucker’s Started Fudpucker’s wasn’t always a Beachside Bar & Grill. It opened in 1982 as a snack bar inside NightTown – Destin’s first Nightclub where it was called Fudpucker’s Barside Galley. Thanks largely to great food and a successful T-Shirt, the following year Fud’s moved to a beachside shack...
Pies & Provisions, a locally-owned artisanal pie shop located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, is thrilled to announce its grand opening offering delivery and pickup options of their sweet and savory pies to Santa Rosa Beach and the coastal communities along 30A. Founded by the dynamic mother-son duo, Ryan...
The Rosé in Luxe Plastic Wine Bottles Stands Out Among Popular Rosé Options After one year of being sold direct to consumers, 30A-founded beverage brand SALTY Girls Rosé is now available for sale in retail establishments, making it easier than ever for customers to sip their beach-friendly rosé across Florida. Florida...
Costa Family McDonald’s opened the first McDonald’s in Santa Rosa Beach on June 13, 2024. Located at 2010 US Highway 98, the new restaurant, adjacent to Publix in Santa Rosa Beach, was built by Stansell Properties & Development and spans 4,000 square feet, featuring a large parking area, drive-thru, and plenty of dine-in...
Hartley Restaurant Group proudly announces the appointment of two esteemed chefs to lead the culinary team at Watersound Village Market. Brandy Brown assumes the role of Chef de Cuisine, while Rachele McCulley takes on the position of Pastry Chef. Brandy Brown is a seasoned chef with over 30 years of...
Caroline Coker for 30AEats.com I call this recipe “The Best Basil Pesto” because it is made from the fresh basil growing in pots on my back porch. I am a huge fan of pesto. It is so simple to make and healthy when consumed in moderation. It is versatile, you can...
GatorFest 2024 Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill is set to host GatorFest 2024, a spectacular event promising an exhilarating blend of entertainment, education, and gastronomic delights. Scheduled for May 4th, 2024, this four-hour extravaganza at Destin’s most family-friendly venue aims to bring together individuals of all ages for an unforgettable...
One of the most exciting additions to the 2024 South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival is the partnership with the Willamette Valley Wineries Association (WVWA). The WVWA is bringing 15 of their prestigious wineries to the festival this year. Vineyard owners and winemakers will pour their award-winning wines...
by Susan Benton, 30AEats.com I’m sharing one of my favorite New Orleans recipes adapted from my Galatoire’s cookbook, which is one of my favorite New Orleans restaurants, called Crabmeat Maison. Galatoire’s is an iconic and James Beard award-winning restaurant nestled in the heart of the French Quarter. Its cuisine is anchored...
Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill is not just any ordinary spot on the Destin map – it’s the epicenter of Fudpuckin’ Fantastic Festivities that have been keeping both locals and tourists coming back for over four decades! And guess what — we’re just getting warmed up. We’re on a...