Mother’s Day Cocktails
No matter what your plans are for Mother’s Day, you can never go wrong with a cocktail created for this very special day. If you prefer, you could start with a memorable treat: Breakfast in Bed. Next to the plate of perfectly browned French toast, offer her something celebratory – a glass of bubbly, something [...]
St Patrick’s Day Cocktails
Get your green on – and put on your party hat. Invite your best friends over and have your own Irish celebration. Everyone is Irish on March 17th! Guiness and whiskey should be the drinks of choice, but for those who are not big fans of either – here are two ideas. Imbibe ‘till you’re [...]
Riverside Arts Market – Jacksonville, Florida
Spring is in the air – and the opening of the season for Riverside Arts Market in downtown Jacksonville is a sure sign that spring has arrived. On Saturday, March 3, 2012, RAM holds its grand opening celebration. There will be a parade at 9:45 am to kick off the season and everyone is invited [...]
Restaurant Week on Amelia Island, Florida
This time of year is the perfect time to visit Fernandina Beach and Amelia Island, at least if you enjoy eating good food. The Amelia Island Restaurant Week kicks off on January 22, 2012 and lasts until January 29. This is the perfect time to visit the area to explore restaurants. Participating restaurants offer a [...]
Things to do in Florida October
October is a month filled with festivals and happenings — and it’s usually one of the best times of the year to spend time outdoors. There is a lot more happening in October than just Halloween and Oktoberfests. Just take a look at some of our suggestions below. First Friday Artwalk – St Augustine, Florida [...]
Things to do in Georgia in October
When it’s October, fall festival season is in full swing. October means seafood festivals, lots of football, fall festivals, Oktoberfest and then we top it all off with Halloween. Oktoberfest on the River – Savannah, GA September 30 – October 3, 2011This year the Oktoberfest actually starts in September. Savannah has a wonderful Oktoberfest on Riverstreet. [...]
Things To Do in Georgia — September
It is definitely the start of the action-packed fall festival season, and when you see the list of some of the upcoming events below, you will know why I call it that. Fall is my favorite time of year, especially here on the coast and it’s definitely a busy time of year for us. It’s [...]
Things To Do in South Carolina – September
September always kicks off with a busy Labor Day Weekend packed with fun events and lots of things to do all over the coastal region. But that’s not the end of it. In actuality, it’s the beginning of Fall festival season – just take a look at the massive list of festival, events and happenings [...]
Labor Day Weekend in Georgia
Labor Day is always a big deal in coastal Georgia with lots of festivals and events. This is a great time for a road trip, but make your plans early. Lots of people are visiting the area this weekend. Savannah is one of our favorite places to visit this time of year. When the weather [...]
Trail Mix Day is Coming Up!
Trail Mix Day is coming up on August 31, 2011, so we thought you might want to try this unique sweet and salty granola recipe which is very easy to prepare and can be ready to eat in minutes! Nutritious and Delicious Granola Serves: 4 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 8 minutes Ingredients: [...]
Restaurant Week in Jacksonville
One of our favorite things — or guilty pleasure — is to go out and eat. We always enjoy trying a new type of cuisine or a new restaurant. Unfortunately, these days everyone has had to cut down to save money, and eating out is one of those things we don’t get to do as [...]
Things to Do in Georgia – August 2011
August is the month when kids go back to school and life returns to normal for many parents. But here on the coast Summer is far from over. Actually August is usually one of our hottest months, so there is no surprise that the month offers both cool jazz and and a beach music festival. [...]
National Tequila Day is July 24
Tequila aficionados on the coast rejoice! I have found the perfect excuse for a party – July 24 is National Tequila Day. Forget the shots, and explore the wide range of flavors offered from silky chocolate to spicy pepper. Take this opportunity to impress your friends with your mixology skills. In the olden days, I [...]
Spice it up with Cocktails
Kick it up a notch with these cocktails with a bite! These cocktail recipes will bring a little bit of spicy heat and excitement to your day, even if your weekends feel short and vacation is out of the question right now. Just stay in your own backyard and enjoy a lazy Summer evening. Invite [...]
Cocktails for Fourth of July
This summer try something different for your Fourth of July party. These colorful cocktails were inspired by the colors of fireworks. Spice things up at your party and impress your guests. Get ready to have a blast! Roman Candle 3 oz. Three-O Berry Vodka ½ Oz. Cranberry Juice Dash of Grenadine ½ oz. Blue Curacao [...]
Jacksonville Craft and Beer Festival 2011
This year it’s actually the third year for the popular annual festival at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. Jacksonville Craft and Import Beer Festival is a one day event taking place on Friday May 20, 2011. At the 2011 Jacksonville Craft and Import Beer Festival beer enthusiast has the opportunity to sample over over 200 beers [...]
Great Cocktails for Memorial Day Weekend
Many of us have friends or family coming to town for Memorial Day weekend. For many of us a cold beer is a Memorial Day staple and works well with your barbeque or picnic. But some of us opt for a party in the backyard for the weekend, and these cocktail recipes could come in [...]
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta in a Flash
Cinco de Mayo is a great excuse for a party. Many bars and restaurants have special events on Thursday May 5, and why not?Cinco de Mayo – the 5th of May – is a day of celebration of Mexican heritage and culture in the US and around the world. A common misconception is that Cinco de [...]
Things To Do in Savannah – February 2011
When I started looking for things to do, festivals, events and celebrations for the month of February, I didn’t think about history or presidential birthdays – all I could think of was little red hearts, roses, chocolate, champagne and maybe even a romantic weekend getaway for two. At least, that’s how I imagine a perfect [...]
Charleston, SC – January 2011 Events
Need new ideas for the new year? The holidays are finally over, and it’s time to make plans for what to do for the month of January with your family and friends. As usual, there is always a lot going on in South Carolina, especially when it comes to food events and festivals. First Friday [...]
Gingerbread House Contest in Charleston, SC
The Holiday Festival of Lights Gingerbread House Competition is a beloved Lowcountry tradition and now it’s time to warm up your ovens, gather up sugar, spices, and add a spoonful of creativity to the mix to participate. Registration for the 12th Annual Holiday Festival of Lights Gingerbread House Competition is open now through November 5. [...]
India Fest 2010 – Charleston, SC
India Fest 2010 to celebrate and share the cultural heritage of India. The event will take place on Sunday, October 17 at Marion Square, Charleston, SC, from 12 noon to 5 p.m. This free festival is open to all who are interested in Indian food, arts and culture. Food vendors will sell authentic Indian food, [...]
Things to do in Georgia – October 2010
When it’s October, fall festival season is in full swing and this is the month before the holidays take over. It’s time for Oktober Festivals, football and to top it off with Halloween. Oktoberfest on the River – Savannah, GA October 1 – 3, 2010 Savannah has a wonderful Oktoberfest on Riverstreet. This festival has [...]
Shrimp and Grits Festival on Jekyll Island – Interview
Jekyll Island, GA, is one of our favorite places to visit – especially when it’s time for the Shrimp and Grits Festival. This popular event takes place in the historic district on Jekyll Island with lots of fun activities for the whole family. Here is the interview: Read more on our special events page for [...]
Shrimp Festivals Fall 2010 – Coastal Companion Podcast
In this episode Joe talks about one of his favorite things – food. Here on the coast seafood is popular, and most people enjoy shrimp. Maybe that’s why we have a lot of shrimp festivals in our area. Here is the list of events mentioned in the show: Rock Shrimp Festival, St Marys, GA Shrimp [...]
