Tequila Herradura Shrimp Tacos for Cinco de Mayo
On May 5th in the United States, we celebrate Mexican culture and ancestry - similiar to what we do for Irish heritage on St. Patrick’s Day, German heritage with Oktoberfest, and the Chinese New Year for Chinese ancestry. The holiday is actually not the “Mexico’s Independance Day” (which is September 16). Cinco de Mayo commemorates one of the most significant victories for the Mexican militia over the French army in 1862 and now serves as a reason to celebrate every aspect of the Mexican culture.
Regardless of your ethnic origin, you can still enjoy Cinco de Mayo, and what better way than to by creating your own Mexican fiesta complete with delicious Shrimp Tacos.
The recipe below is by Sam “The Cooking Guy”: Tequila Herradura Shrimp Tacos, and is an absolute favorite of ours. Savory and festive, this recipe blends the traditional Mexican flavors with a new twist - making them the ultimate addition to an authentic Cinco de Mayo menu. And who said, that you can only enjoy a mexican menu for Cinco de Mayo anyway? Tequila Herradura Shrimp Tacos is perfect for any gathering of friends, and is best enjoy with Margeritas. We prefer using Wild Georgia Shrimp for this recipe!
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What To Do in St. Augustine May 2 - 4, 2008
May 2, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Art & Entertainment, Featured, Florida, St Augustine
There’s always a lot to do in St. Augustine when it comes to art, culture and histor, and this weekend is no different. Here are the events we put on our wish list.
The First Friday Artwalk is always a lively and colorful street festival that you need to visit if you happen to be in the area. Participating galleries in downtown host an open house offering visitors a chance to look at the latest art while enjoying wine and hors d’oeuvres. Local artists are often in attendance to talk to visitors, and live music is performed around town. First Friday Artwalk takes place on Friday May 2, 5:00 pm - 21.00 pm.
Gamble Rogers Festival returns, this time the popular music festival takes place at St Johns county Fairgrounds on May 2,3,4. Six stages and a variety of music from local to national. Call 904-826-3297 or visit www.gamblefest.com
You’re always surrounded by history in St. Augustine, and on Saturday May 3rd you also have the chance to experience history up close. Come see muskets and cannons fired by re-enactors at Fort Matanzas. Take the ferry out to Rattlesnake island for a real life weapons firing demonstration. It’s sure to be a hit with the whole family. The historic weapons firing demonstration happens at 10.30 am and 3.30 pm. For more information about the fort and the event, please call 904.471.0116
There’s a lot more going on. For more ideas about what to do in St. Augustine, visit www.CoastalCompanion.com or contact St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitors & Convention Bureau at 800-653-2489.
Turtle Crawl and Nest Fest - Jekyll Island, Georgia
April 30, 2008 by etalentino
Filed under Beaches, Coastal Happenings, Featured, Georgia, Golden Isles, Nature, Sports Event
| May 2, 2008 | to | May 3, 2008 |
Registration and information can be found at http://gamultisports.com. Registration for the Triathlon is open until May 1. Register in advance or on-site for the Fun Run.
The triathlon begins at 7:30 a.m., and the 5 km. Fun Run/Walk (open to people of all ages and athletic abilities) starts at 8:00 a.m.
For more information, contact the Georgia Sea Turtle Center at 635-4444 or the Jekyll Island Visitor Information Center at 635-3636.
Nest Fest is from 12 - 4 pm. Learn more about sea turtles and their habitats. Kids can participate in the ever-popular Kids’ Turtle Crawl on the beach, face painting, sea turtle related games, and many hands-on exhibits. And turtles will be released!
The Jekyll Island Welcome Center at 877-4-Jekyll
Tour de Georgia Live online
Tour de Georgia Live broadcasts video related to the Tour de Georgia professional cycling event held April 21st-28th, 2008. Video includes race coverage, interviews, press conferences and parties and concerts associated with the “Rolling Festival” Check it all out Live!
Watch live video from Tour De Georgia Live on Justin.tv
This Spring at the Cummer Art & Gardens - Jacksonville, Florida
April 6, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Art & Entertainment, Attractions, Featured, Florida, Jacksonville
The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens has two unique exhibits to explore this spring, as well as gardens in full bloom along the St. Johns River. The Cummer presents Ernest Hemingway and Walker Evans: Three Weeks in Cuba, 1933, through June 1. This exhibition displays 37 vintage photographic prints by Walker Evans and seven prints copied by Evans, that were found among Ernest Hemingway’s possessions after his death, along with notes, and personal artifacts. This set of Evans prints that Hemingway acquired in 1933 and stored away for years has never been exhibited until recently.
Also on display starting July 23, Scalpel to Sketch: the science and beauty of medical illustration at Mayo Clinic features works from Mayo Clinic’s world-class collection of medical illustration. This is one of largest collections of its kind in the world and is rarely exhibited to the public. On display will be medical art rendered in various media such as carbon dust, pen & ink, watercolor, airbrush and digital media. Visitors explore interpretations of the human form, animated voyages inside the human body, studies of the brain to molecules and gene clusters, skeletons, and a rare look at the unique anatomy of conjoined twins. Call (904) 356-6857 or visit www.cummer.org.
The Race Is On - Jacksonville, Florida.
March 5, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Featured, Florida, Jacksonville, Sports Event
I just got an email from 1st Place Sport. Doug Alfred says that it looks like another record turnout with over 14,000 runners expected in the 15K on Saturday March 8th. That’s amazing!
If you’re interesting in watching the race, the best way this year is at the start/finish. You can watch the start on Gator Bowl Blvd on the south side of the stadium and then move into the stadium’s east club seats by way of Gate 1 located on the south end of the stadium. Please use the escalators to get to the spectator area.
You will be able to watch the live coverage provide by WJXT TV-4 during the race and then have the perfect seat to watch your favorite runner/walker cross the finish line on the football field. After runners finish they can join you in the stands.
For more information visit the website at www.gate-riverrun.com
Race Hotline (904) 731-1900 ext. 11
To read our previous post, please click here.
Myrtle Beach Loves Canada - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
March 3, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Beaches, Coastal Happenings, Featured, Georgetown, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
| March 8, 2008 | to | March 16, 2008 |
Every March, the Myrtle Beach area celebrates its Canadian – and American – visitors, in a event called Can-Am Days. During Can-Am Days there are lots of events to choose from - concerts, receptions, a St. Patty’s Day parade, sporting events, car shows and much more.
From March 8-16, the Myrtle Beach area will welcome its Canadian and American visitors with an eight-day line-up of family-fun activities, giveaways and welcome receptions taking place in and around some of the area’s newest attractions. Last year, more than 200,000 visitors enjoyed the festival that attracts not only Canadians but also snow birds from Northern states.
Bike Week Rolls into Daytona Beach, Florida
February 26, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Beaches, Coastal Happenings, Featured, Florida
| February 29, 2008 | to | March 9, 2008 |
Daytona Beach is the home of Bike Week, one of the largest motorcycle events in the country. This year the event takes place from February 29th to March 9th. Maybe it’s the mild winter, or the beautiful beach, or the fun event that keep people returning to Daytona year after year. Bike Week has been a tradition here since January 24, 1937, which was the inaugural running of the Daytona 200.
Bike Week has changed into a 10-day festival throughout Volusia County in Florida. There are hundreds of events for enthusiasts to enjoy. featuring motorcycle shows, exhibits, concerts and street festivals. The event also features the prestigious Daytona 200 championship motorcycle racing event which showcases the world’s best sports bike racers. Bike Week has been previously designated a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event.Bike Week welcomes hundreds of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts every year.
For more information, visit www.officialbikeweek.com or call Daytona Beach Area CVB 1-800-854-1234.
Claude’s Chocolate Room Opens - St Augustine, Florida
February 14, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Featured, Florida, Food, St Augustine
Second Location Opens Where Chocolates are Created!
Ponte Vedra, Florida (February 2008) Claude’s Chocolate has their new chocolate room ready for tasting, shopping and meeting Claude himself. Claude and Nicole Franques are filling a niche in Ponte Vedra and St. Augustine that is innovative while pioneering a true European-style of luxurious romantic chocolate. There are many reasons to celebrate this opening, most notably by winning the Editor’s Choice Award from Water’s Edge Magazine (August 2007) for ‘best of the best’ chocolates!
The allure of America enticed Claude Franques to leave Toulouse, France for New York City in the 1970’s and become one of America’s fine French chefs. He and his wife Nicole spent nearly 20 years continuing the legacy of Rene Pujol Restaurant in Manhattan, until St. Augustine’s charm and European style beckoned them to stay; here they have created their innovative culinary adventure…Claude’s Chocolate.
The 2008 Jacksonville Boat Show
February 5, 2008 by Joe Talentino
Filed under Audio Podcast, Boating & Fishing, Coastal Happenings, Featured, Florida, Jacksonville, Sports Event
| February 8, 2008 | to | February 10, 2008 |
Please listen to our audio interview with Jacqui Bomar producer of this years show
The 2008 Jacksonville Boat Show is, February 8-10, 2008 at the Prime Osborn Convention Center.Thirty of the region’s leading dealers will be on-site to showcase a multitude of boats featuring over 85 boat lines. Attendees will have the opportunity to see a large variety of marine products and services as well as hundred of boats all under one roof.Boating enthusiasts will agree that this Show has “something for everyone.” Kids can learn from fishing experts during the “Hook the Futures” Kids’ Fishing Clinic. Captain Don Dingman will teach the ethics and basics of fishing. Three thousand dollars worth of prizes will be given away at each clinic. Saturday, February 9: 11 am, 2pm, 4pm; Sunday, February 10; 1pm & 3pm.Jax4kids.com will host the Underwater Kids Pavilion where kids can create “make and take” crafts and other nautical themed games and activities. Visit the Waters Edge Mermaid from 1pm-3pm on Saturday. There will also be a special appearance by some of the Jacksonville Jaguar Cheerleaders from 2pm-4pm on Saturday and Sunday.Not only can families browse and buy, but they can also enjoy watching a unique celebrity appearance by “Twiggy” the waterskiing squirrel who has appeared on popular movies Anchorman and Dodgeball.On Saturday, February 9, Joe Thames will perform southern rock from 12pm-3pm and Mint Julep Band will perform classic rock tunes from 4pm-7pm. Sunday afternoon enjoy contemporary country music by the Stephen Combs Band from 1pm-4pm.For more information, please visit www.TheJacksonvilleBoatShow.com.
Tickets: $8 for adults; $3 for kids 12 and under $5 after 5pm
