Volunteers Make a Difference Saturday April 12 - desperate need for helping hands
The long-running event attracts wine aficionados, celebrity chefs, and restaurateurs to the Village of Baytowne Wharf for four days of all things food and wine. This year’s Sandestin Wine Festival will take place from April 10 - 13. 400 happy, helpful volunteers are needed to staff this multi day event and receive a FREE t-shirt and taster ticket. A portion of the proceeds benefit our Fisher House on Eglin in a BIG way. Captains who are willing to lead on Saturday, and pourers are our greatest need.
Eglin Federal Credit Union infuses $1.9M into the Community Through Local Nonprofits
Eglin Federal Credit Union is spreading holiday cheer by donating $1.9 million into the community through local nonprofits. Monetary donations were made to the Air Force Enlisted Village, Children in Crisis, Emerald Coast Fitness Foundation, Fisher House of the Emerald Coast, Fresh Start for Children and Families, Habitat for Humanity of Okaloosa County, Habitat for Humanity of Walton County, Okaloosa Public Schools Foundation, the Southeastern Credit Union Foundation and the United Way Emerald
The Salon Trinity Celebrates Five Years of Redefining Haircare and Community Commitment in Northwest Florida
The Salon Trinity, a Platinum Paul Mitchell Focus Salon, marked a significant milestone celebrating its 5-year anniversary on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, with a special Ribbon Cutting ceremony alongside the Destin Chamber of Commerce. The event brought together clients, friends, and community members to commemorate five years of exceptional hair care, unforgettable client experiences, and unwavering commitment to the local community. The celebration featured live music, lite bites, and refreshments, creating
10th Annual Eggs on the Beach Raises $52,500 for Local Non-Profits
The 10th Annual Eggs on the Beach Big Green Egg Cooking Competition raised an impressive $52,500 for local non-profits, including Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food for Thought. Hosted by Bay Breeze Patio at Seascape Towne Center on Nov. 2, this year’s EggFest featured a diverse array of deliciously creative bites presented by 25 cook teams. Bites ranging from desserts to shrimp, ribs, venison, pork belly, brisket, sausage, and chicken were presented to tasters and judges to earn cook teams a spot
Forever Warriors Partners with United Way Emerald Coast to Launch Grants for Military Support Programs
In honor of National Veteran and Military Families Month, Forever Warriors (FW), established by Step One Automotive Group (SOAG), is excited to accept applications for Cohort #2 of the Forever Warriors Foundation Grant Program. With $40,000 in funding available, grants will support programs dedicated to enhancing resiliency, well-being, and reintegration for military service members, reservists, and veterans in Okaloosa County. In September, Forever Warriors selected Cohort #1 grantees and awarded $56,000
10th Annual Eggs On the Beach Cooking Competition Partners with Tony Chachere’s Seasonings and Angel’s Envy To Bring More Options to 2024 Event
The Emerald Coast’s official Big Green Egg EggFest cooking competition, Eggs on the Beach is celebrating its 10th Anniversary on Nov. 2, and is partnering with two well-known brands—Tony Chachere’s Seasonings and Angel’s Envy—to enhance the cooking competition. Presented by Bay Breeze Patio, the beloved annual event will include more categories for cook teams to compete, and more opportunities for tasters to sample delicious bites and beverages. Held at Seascape Towne Center in Miramar Beach, cook teams
Community Non-profits Invited to Enter a Cook Team in Eggs on the Beach Big Green Egg Cooking Competition
Bay Breeze Patio will host the 10th Annual “Eggs on the Beach” EggFest Grilling Competition, Nov. 2, at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach. To enhance the grilling competition, Bay Breeze Patio is waiving the registration fee for non-profit cook teams. Grill masters are invited to register a team to benefit a designated charity, and compete for a chance to win a cash donation toward the cause. The non-profit team with the most “Taster” votes will earn the title of “best bite” and a $3,500 donation. “The
Taster Tickets on Sale for the 9th Annual Eggs on the Beach Cooking Competition
Taster tickets are on sale now for the 9th Annual Eggs on the Beach Big Green Egg Cooking Competition to be held on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach. Tasters enjoy unlimited bites, and receive five votes to vote for their favorites and award the 2023 People’s Choice Awards. Presented by Bay Breeze Patio, the event has become one of the most popular and anticipated cooking competitions in the region. More than 20 cook teams will compete for cash and prizes.
