Food + Beverage

Explore the Exclusive

Wine & Dine Experiences at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort Article by Savannah Vasquez | Photography by Galina Wells Photography Elegant, Elevated, and Exclusive, are three words to describe the new food and beverage scene at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Sandestin, renowned as the premier Resort in Northwest Florida, is now offering first-of-its-kind wine locker memberships and social memberships to the exclusive Burnt Pine Golf Club. “Everything that you’ve heard about food and beverage...

Food + Beverage

More Than Mexican

Pepito's Mexican Restaurant Brings Class and Local Flavor to Traditional Cuisine Article by Savannah Vasquez | Photography by Shanna Perret of Davista Photography Eliseo Gutierrez of Pepito’s Mexican Restaurant came to Destin on vacation in 1997 and decided this was the place he wanted to live. Originally from Jalisco, Mexico, Eliseo had grown up cooking and eating traditional Mexican food and noticed a need for the flavors of his roots in the Destin area.  “I always liked the kitchen,”...

Home + Design

Elite Kitchen Designs

Feather Nolan Talks Trending Kitchen Features Article by Savannah Vasquez | Photography by Shanna Perret of Davista Photography Renovations, new builds, vacation home upgrades and reimagined spaces, these are all perfect opportunities to visit the new showroom of Elite Cabinet Designs. Newly opened in May of this year, the showroom is much more than a sample room, it is a chance to experience what elevated home design looks like. “We were trying to create an inspirational place where people...

Food + Beverage

Making The Macaron Chef

Local Bakery Offers Sweet Treats and More Article by Savannah Vasquez | Photography by Contributed Photos The first macaron that Elisabeta Jenkins of The Macaron Chef ever tasted was one she made herself. A self-taught chef, Elisabeta was inspired to try the French dessert when she saw colorful photos of them on a calendar.  “I remember sitting at my desk and looking at the calendar and the picture had macarons on it, and I thought, ‘Ok, I’m going to make those desserts!’” Elisabeta said.  ...

Home + Design

Creating Interior Jewels on the Emerald Coast

HOME AT EASE Incorporates Design Indoors & Outdoors Article by Savannah Vasquez | Photography by Robert Young, Forever Young Images If you have ever watched HGTV and thought it would be fun to have a home remodel and redesign like they do in the home improvement shows, Laura Bommarito of HOME AT EASE is your girl.  “I have solid relationships with long-term local trades providing concierge level service to my clients in the area,” Laura said. “I’m different from other designers in that I...

Life + Culture

Floral Fashion Forward

Boutique Florist, Bella Flora 30A, Has An Eye For Modern Design Article by Savannah Vasquez | Photography by Salvatore Brancifort Custom floral design is at the heart of everything Maggie and Kevin Sotomey do at   Bella Flora 30A. When asked to design a one-of-a-kind floral dress, Bella Flora 30A rose to the occasion. In the course of three days, the team at Bella Flora along with the DCL team, assembled timeless wearable floral art using 800 fresh flowers and a mesh frame. Upscale floral...

Life + Culture

All Age Boutique

Kiss The Sky Boutique Offers Women's Fashion in Destin Article by Savannah Vasquez | Photography by Robert Young & Salvatore Brancifort Sunny Mitchell has always had a knack as a creative. She has worked as a floral designer and baker and now for the past four years, as a boutique clothing store owner at  Kiss The Sky Boutique in Destin.  “I have a lot of design work in my background, the artist gene runs strong in my family,” Sunny said. “I’m one of eight children, all of whom are creative...

Life + Culture

Fashion Extended

How hair health & quality extensions amplify personal fashion Article by Savannah Vasquez | Photography by Shanna Perret with Davista Photography Brianna O'Brien of Destin Blowout Bar has worked in the cosmetic and hair industry for nearly two decades and knows that quality products paired with highly trained professionals equal the best possible outcome for both her clients.  “Feeling good in your own skin and hair is one of the most important aspects of fashion,” Brianna said. “Hair...

Beauty

Redesigning Their Future

Local Couple Use Creative Skills to Uplift the Community Article by Savannah Vasquez | Photography by Salvatore Brancifort & Frederik Grosskopf Jason and Jenna Shinholster have a storied past. The two met 15 years ago, early in recovery. But as the couple re-discovered their faith together, they dreamed of a future where they could make a difference in the lives of others who struggle with addiction and the challenges of life.  Jenna, a hair stylist with a heart for ministry, uses her salon...

Entertainment

Becoming Sarah Again

Local influencer shares message of self worth Article by Savannah Vasquez | Photography by Robert Young, Forever Young Images Meet Sarah Weinberg, the captivating social media influencer better known as Sarah Again, who's taking the digital world by storm with her unique voice and vibrant personality. In February, Sarah posted a reel on Instagram in response to a fan's comment about her slowly growing following. With her characteristic candor, she described her voice as an "acquired taste,"...