Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa is pleased to announce its 9th annual Fish to Fork culinary weekend May 15-18, 2025. This year, the competition includes a lineup of chefs from around the country, …
Nassau County is crawling with seafood. Shrimp, lobster, and whatever else you can drag out of the Atlantic — it’s all here, on backroads, street corners, in Styrofoam coolers and …
There’s a Southern saying that goes, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” The Back Porch Southern Eats took that to heart — heck, they didn’t even bother …
Let me tell you something about Bob’s Famous BBQ. It’s the kind of place you’d drive right past unless you were paying attention. Nestled beside the Florida Citrus Center, right off …
Did you know coconut crabs have a grip strong enough to rival the bite force of a lion? That’s not just some random trivia — I bring it up because once you visit The Hidden Crab, …
Did you know “picnic” ranks among the top 5,000 most common words in the English language? But on Amelia Island, a picnic isn’t just a word — it’s an experience straight …
As Wildlight continues to grow, so do the number of restaurants that come with it. We’ve seen Mexican joints, burger spots, an ice cream parlor, and even a breakfast place pop up. But now, we …
Another year, another incredible Amelia Island Restaurant Week! From Jan. 17 through 26, the island indulged in a 10-day feast highlighting the best of over 20 restaurants. If you missed it, you …
Papa Johns is back! After a decade without one nearby, the beloved pizza chain has opened a new location in Yulee, Florida, and the community was ready for it. I made a point to stop by on their …
Driving along the ever-packed stretch of A1A, you never know what you’ll stumble on. It might be a farmers market buzzing with activity or a festive bail bond office clinging to its holiday …
You might not realize it, but nestled on Sadler Road, right between Dollar Tree and the ghost of the Peach Cobbler Factory, there’s a hidden gem of a barbecue spot: Georgia Smoke Peaches + …
Stop whatever you’re doing and listen: New China Buffet on South Eighth Street is back. Once a pre-pandemic icon, this spot was where you could eat like royalty for the cost of a mediocre …
Atlantic Seafood, formerly known as Cedar River Seafood, is a Fernandina staple that hardly needs an introduction. If you’ve driven by recently, you might have noticed the name change—a …
Does the word “Sunday” make you think of fresh donuts, warm coffee, and maybe just a touch of divine inspiration? If so, you’re in for a heavenly treat. Southern Blend, a local …
Wildlight is booming, and millennial families there are craving fresh dining spots. Though restaurants are popping up, Anejo Mexican was one of the first to stake its claim. But is it worth the visit …
Marché Burette blends the best of both worlds—a bustling gourmet market and a laid-back restaurant fully embracing its Southern roots and Amelia Island charm. Being apart from the Omni, …
If you’ve driven down South Eighth Street, there’s a good chance you’ve seen a colorful building with an oversized chair and an equally vibrant car in front of it. And there’s an even better chance …
The long-fabled Yulee Taco Bell has come to fruition. I still remember the first time someone told me Yulee was getting a Taco Bell — that was over five years ago. And now with the restaurant …
As the aromas of Amelia Island’s dining month sail through the salty air, there’s no shortage of tasty meals. Among the island’s iconic restaurants, one establishment stands above …
As Amelia Island’s Dining Month continued strong and I grew more ravenous, it was time to try another restaurant’s offerings. And that was Arte Pizza. Opened in 2006, the restaurant …