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Rabu, 06 Januari 2016

9 Must Taste Upscale Southern Dishes in Jax

Looking for a taste of the South? Jacksonville is rising in the ranks for it's culinary talents and it's no secret that if you are looking for original Southern dishes prepared with finesse and delivered with sophistication and distinction, then the river city should be on your radar. Here is a round up of some of the Bold City's finest dining destinations and their take on elevated Southern dining.

1. Salt

Located inside the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

Smoked Shrimp and Grits

A dish to remember, this dish features Crispy Prawns with Goat Cheese,

Shredded Phyllo, and Creamy Grits Flash Smoked for a theatrical finish that will leave you breathless.

Bonus!!! Recipe Here

2. Moxie Kitchen + Cocktails

Chicken + Waffles

A stand out dish in Jacksonville, if a local brings you to Moxie, they inevitably will tell

you to order this.

Fried Chicken, Savory Waffle Pudding, Maple Mousse and Pepper Jelly

3. Black Sheep

Korean Beef Short Ribs

For a fusion of flavors try Black Sheep's tasty dish including:

Bulgogi BBQ marinade, Logan Turnpike grits, Kimchi, Anson mills benne seeds, and soft boiled egg

The marinade is a Korean bbq style

The grits are straight out of Georgia

The Kimichi is house made with Napa Cabbage

Benne seeds from South Carolina

Soft boiled egg from Black Hog farm - East Palatka

4. Azurea

Cast Iron Seared Jumbo Blue Crab Cake

An elegant choice that makes a savory statement, I love the combination of:

Apple Cider Braised Collard Greens Charred Heirloom Tomatoes, Crisp Smoked Bacon

5. The Candy Apple Cafe' & Cocktails

Deviled Eggs

Always a guest favorite, each order comes with the "traditional", cobb,

and spicy hummus deviled eggs.

6. Flying Iguana

Dirty South Taco

I want to personally thank Flying Iguana for taking everything I love about Southern comfort food and putting it in a taco. Yum! The Dirty South Taco is loaded with:

Fried Green Tomato, Black Eyed “Peaco” de Gallo,

Pimento Cheese Sauce, and Baby Arugula

7. Jaxon Social

Red Fish Creole

Jaxon Social scores and A+ with this tasty Red Fish dish. Enjoy pan seared Blackened Red Fish, served over home made Asiago Cheese Grit Cakes, topped with Crawfish Tails and Southern Creole Cream Sauce. Devine!

8. Gilbert's Underground Kitchen

Fried Green Tomato Sliders

I enjoyed these tasty fried green tomato sliders over brunch in Fernandina at Gilbert's Underground kitchen. The made from scratch Pimento Cheese reminded me of my childhood and added just the perfect zing and creaminess to these tiny sandwiches.

9. Vernon's

Taste of Sawgrass

Sawgrass Marriott signature restaurant Vernon's has recently undergone a major shift with the addition of Executive Chef Joe Natoli. Chef Joe has done his research and infused tons of local ingredients and regional flavors into the seasonal menu. A fine example of the Southern influence is the Taste of Sawgrass which features:

Buttermilk Biscuits, Pickled Local Vegetable, Pimento Cheese,

Boiled Peanuts and House Charcuterie, Datil Peach Marmalade Spread

Seek out these fabulous dishes before they are gone. These upscale dishes are seasonal and may not be available year around, however I have faith these incredible dining destinations will find a way to please your palate regardless of season.

Until then...

Enjoy the Journey!

xo- Amy West

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Jumat, 21 November 2014

Travel Secrets on The Chat | Amy West Travel Media Appearance

This week I joined the beautiful and intelligent ladies of The Chat to discuss some Travel Secrets. We discussed the much debated topic of the best day to book a flight, which sites are best to book with, and where to find the best local finds. These ladies are no strangers to great travel both domestic and abroad so I really enjoyed the honest conversation and open table. Here are the highlights.

Best day to book flight…

This is a big discussion topic. As soon as you think you know the answer it changes. One article in question says that Sunday may be the best new day to book flights rather than the traditionally held Tuesday. This is not to say what the best day to fly is, just the best day to book. Most travel experts hold that this is not a concrete statement though and it’s best to watch rates fluctuate and compare prices. Some airlines such as Jet Blue are better than others about adjusting their prices by volume aka supply and demand. The more popular flights will have lower rates earlier on when the flight is less full and that rate will go up as the availabilty decreases. Ultimately, airlines are routinely changing their algorithyms so it might be less about what day you are booking and more about what online sites you are booking with.

Best Online Site to Book On

Great sites to search for flights and compare

https://www.google.com/flights

http://www.kayak.com/flights

http://itamatrix.com

Rates Can Vary Based on Length of Stay

Your hotel rate may vary greatly based on days booked. Compare rates between 3 and 7 days. Especially for big vacation spots like the Caribbean destination Coconut Bay in St. Lucia whose reservations book in 7 day intervals. You may have a higher rate for staying 2 days vs 3 or 7.

Best Websites to Find Out Where the Locals Go

I write for 10Best.com as the local expert for Jacksonville. The site has city guides for many of the major cities across the US and is a great resource to find the best food, hotels, shopping, and attractions in any given city. You can even make your voice heard with their 10Best Readers Choice Awards.

Another great site is TastingTable.com which has city guides soley dedicated for foodies.

Local Non-Profit Luxury Destination

Horse Stamp Inn Bed and Breakfast and Wedding Venue is now also a Non-Profit Ranch.

This luxury Bed and Breakfast is like Pottery Barn come to life with it's gorgeous luxe accommodations. Incredible Inn Keepers Tom and Kris Hutcheson are now opening up their doors to Wounded Warriors and Missionaries to serve as a place of rest and healing. If you know someone in need of rest who falls into one of these categories, send them to the website to inquire about a stay.

So what are your favorite Travel Secrets? Sound off in the comments and let me in on your tips and tricks.

Until then...

Enjoy the Journey!

xo- Amy West

www.amywesttravel.com

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Jumat, 19 September 2014

Amy West on Visit Florida and 10Best.com

With all the memories and experiences that come with being a Travel and Lifestyle writer and personality, there also comes a heck of a lot of work. No complaints here, as I can truly say I'm living my dream. It's always great though, when that hard work gets recognized by esteemed peers in my industry. As I continue to build this brand I am honored to be featured in statewide and worldwide media. Here are a few revealed this week.

Visit Florida Insider Kara Franker featured me on her blog and Visit Florida in an interview on fellow travel bloggers from the Sunshine State. I dish on what where I like to Stay, Play, and Dine.

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Publishing my first assignment for 10Best.com this month, you can see my story on Jacksonville's 10 Best Hotels.

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There are more great assignments on deck and some great personal stories hitting Amy West Travel this month.

Until then...

Enjoy the Journey!

xo- Amy West

www.amywesttravel.com

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Senin, 15 September 2014

New Website for Amy West Travel

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