2017 Food Trends with Chef Tom Gray

2017 is finally upon us, and our taste buds are feeling adventurous! As foodie enthusiasts embrace the new year, it’s a perfect time to look ahead and …

Tastes of the 904 — Sour

Historically, sour has a bad rap. Scientists believe our body’s aversion to sour flavors evolved as a way to prevent consumption of spoiled or unripene…

Tastes of the 904 — Salty

If North Florida regions were defined by taste, the coast wouldn’t even have to change its current tagline. Salt life is the way of life at the Jackson…

Tastes of the 904 — Spicy

Years back, I found myself in the Ironbound neighborhood of Newark. I was joining a friend for dinner in this “little Portugal” of New Jersey. However,…

Surfer [The Bar] Open For Business — Q&A with owner Greg Saig

The long wait is over, and as of Sunday, Jan. 15, Surfer [The Bar] is now open for business in Jacksonville Beach! After kicking off the soft opening o…

Chef Kevin Sbraga Turns Epicurean Into Easygoing Dining

Chef Kevin Sbraga has his fair share of credentials. With 12 years of experience, an award in the Bocuse d’Or USA culinary competition, two successful …

Downtown’s Bostwick Building to Become First-Rate Steakhouse, Rooftop Bar

If you have ever noticed a downtown property, whose boarded windows boast a mural of jaguars lounging on a black-and-white-checkered floor, then you ha…

Top Ten Romantic Restaurants in Jacksonville

What makes a restaurant romantic? If you're not sure, you probably ought to ask someone female. When I asked my husband for his suggestions for this ar…

Terra – Local ingredients with a casual atmosphere

Terra is situated in a cozy bungalow on the corner of Herschel Street and Shirley Avenue in Avondale.  The latest creation of local restaurateur Mich…

Restaurant Review: The Blind Rabbit

The Blind Rabbit, a new venue from the creators of The Salty Fig, has opened to great acclaim in Jacksonville Beach. Opening day was Tuesday, Octobe…