Treylor Park Restaurant opening in Nocatee (Ponte Vedra) on July 7th!

June 29, 2018 By Marijean

*Article from Jacksonville.com

The Savannah-based restaurant, Treylor Park, announced a July 7 opening for their Nocatee location.

Guests can indulge in unique items such as PB&J Chicken Wings and Chicken and Pancake Tacos, as well as Shrimp and Grits Tacos, Crab Cake Sliders, and a selection of burgers, sandwiches and salads.

The restaurant also offers cocktails such as Treylor Park, made with Aperol, Prosecco, club soda, orange juice and Fernet-Branca, and the Peach Pit, made with peach bourbon, lemon juice and peach cider. There will also be an assortment of wine and beer including cans, bottles and drafts.

Owner Trey Wilder opened Treylor Park in October 2014 in Savannah and it has since been featured on “Food Paradise” on the Travel Channel.

The restaurant is located in the Nocatee Town Center at 158 Marketside Ave. in Ponte Vedra Beach.

The 3,200-square-foot location boasts 150 indoor seats and a 900-square-foot patio.

The hours of operation are Monday – Thursday from 11 a.m. to midnight, Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to midnight.

The kitchen is open daily until midnight.

http://www.treylorpark.com

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

ST. JOHNS TOWN CENTER TO WELCOME TRUE FOOD KITCHEN THIS FALL 2018

June 21, 2018 By Marijean

ST. JOHNS TOWN CENTER TO WELCOME TRUE FOOD KITCHEN IN 2018

Health-driven seasonal kitchen and bar set to open in Jacksonville this Fall

Simon, a global leader in the ownership of premier shopping, dining, entertainment, and mixed-use destinations, today announced True Food Kitchen is slated to open at St. Johns Town Center in November 2018.

“We’re excited to bring our delicious healthful food and handcrafted beverages to St. Johns Town Center,” said Shannon Keller, vice president of marketing for True Food Kitchen. “The restaurant will be designed with the lively and active Jacksonville community in mind; where everyone is welcome to eat better, feel better and celebrate a passion for better living.”

True Food Kitchen is a restaurant inspired by a philosophy that food should make you feel better, not worse and that delicious dining and conscious nutrition can go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. True Food Kitchen’s health-driven menu of seasonal dishes and natural beverages is guided by the principles of integrative medicine expert Dr. Andrew Weil’s anti-inflammatory food pyramid, which was created as a guide for those seeking the necessary foods needed to assist in achieving and maintaining optimum health.

The chef-led menu changes with the seasons to let guests experience great-tasting ingredients at the peak of their freshness and flavor, and offers a variety of gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan offerings among its signature dishes. The restaurant’s vibrant bars are brimming with innovative, handcrafted cocktails, wine and beer and natural refreshers made from freshly pressed fruit and vegetables.

“True Food Kitchen will be a terrific addition to St. Johns Town Center’s already impressive retail and dining lineup,” said Lindsey Jones, director of marketing and business development. “Guests will have the opportunity to experience the restaurant’s health-driven menu in a positively stunning environment.”

True Food Kitchen’s plans include a bright, vibrant dining area and open kitchen accompanied by a private and semi-private private dining room, covered patio and a large indoor bar.

For more information about True Food Kitchen opening at St. John’s Town Center, please visit www.truefoodkitchen.com/jacksonville.

About True Food Kitchen

Founded in Phoenix, Ariz. in 2008, True Food Kitchen is a restaurant and lifestyle brand inspired by the philosophy that food should make you feel better, not worse, and that great tasting food and thoughtfully crafted beverages can serve as the foundation for a life well lived. The restaurant brand is driven by a passionate collective of accomplished chefs, visionary restauranteurs, and a renowned doctor of integrative medicine – who believe delicious dining and conscious nutrition can go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. True Food’s seasonal menu is guided by the principles of Dr. Andrew Weil’s anti-inflammatory food pyramid. True Food Kitchen emphasizes wholesome, simple ingredients with simple preparations to highlight the natural health benefits and flavors of each ingredient. From nutrient-dense staples and carefully sourced proteins to little-known superfoods, True Food Kitchen is committed to sourcing the most responsible, most creative, freshest in-season ingredients. True Food Kitchen has 23 locations in 10 states including Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia, with plans for additional locations throughout the U.S. in the coming year.

About Simon

Simon is a global leader in the ownership of premier shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our properties across North America, Europe, and Asia provide community gathering places for millions of people every day and generate billions in annual sales. For more information, visit simon.com.

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

FREE Beer All Summer Long at SeaWorld Orlando!

May 19, 2018 By Marijean

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Free Beer All Summer Long for SeaWorld Orlando Park Guests

Complimentary Beer Samples and Daily Happy Hour

Starting this Friday the 18th, SeaWorld Orlando will be offering free beer to park guests all summer long.

The free brews will be available at the park starting this Friday, May 18 through September 2, 2018 from 10:30 a.m. to one hour before park close. Complimentary domestic and seasonal beers will be available to guests 21 years of age and older. Guests can visit Mama’s Pretzel Kitchen Patio and receive up to two complimentary 7-ounce beers per visit. The park will rotate beer offerings throughout the summer starting off with SeaWorld’s very own Mako Red Ale. Bud Light, Coors Light, Miller Light, Yuengling and more will also be featured throughout the summer.

Park guests are also invited to enjoy Happy Hour at SeaWorld, daily starting at 4 p.m. Happy Hour will feature buy one, get one free offers on all drink and food items at Flamecraft Bar and Sharks Underwater Grill Bar. Both locations feature a variety of domestic and craft beer, mixed drinks and sharable appetizers. Additionally, guests purchasing any pin from a SeaWorld Pin Trading location during Happy Hour will receive a free lanyard with their purchase.

Best Way to Play

The best way to experience all of the summer fun SeaWorld Orlando has to offer, along with the incredible lineup of events throughout the year is with a SeaWorld Orlando 2018 Fun Card. Pay for a day and play all year with unlimited admission and no blockout dates through December 31, 2018. Hurry, offer ends May 20, 2018.

For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit SeaWorldOrlando.com. Events and times are subject to change. Follow SeaWorld Orlando on Facebook and Instagram for the latest park updates and information.

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

Tips on Hosting the Perfect Family BBQ

May 13, 2018 By Anne

Springtime in Florida is an ideal time of year — there is plenty of sunshine and the heat of summer has not arrived yet. To celebrate this amazing weather and get outside with your loved ones, you have been thinking about hosting a big family BBQ. Of course, preparing for a get-together does require quite a bit of planning; everything from the menu and the food shopping to getting your backyard ready must be taken care of ahead of time.

Like many things in life, if you break down BBQ party prep work in to a number of smaller steps, you will hopefully avoid feeling overwhelmed. For example, consider the following tips:

Step 1: Protect your garden

If you have garden areas out back, it’s a good idea to set up some fences or other barriers prior to your BBQ. This way, your flowers and other plants won’t get trampled by your guests, and/or you won’t have to worry about Aunt Dottie doing a swan dive into your dahlias. You can either pick up some pre-made fences at a local retailer or if you are a DIYer, you can create your own.

Step 2: Make sure your backyard is party-ready

If it’s been awhile since your picnic table and other outdoor furniture have been cleaned, invest in a power washer and give everything a good scrubbing. Because the BBQ may go well into the evening hours, ensure that you have adequate lighting by investing in some light sets that are as gorgeous as they are functional. One current trend in outdoor lighting that looks great in the Florida evenings is string lights. A set of 25-light globe string lights can be run from the patio to a palm tree out back. Also consider a set of six solar-powered pathway lights that you can use to light up your landscaping. If you have a pool, make sure it is clean, and invest for a few fun new pool toys and games if you plan on swimming.

Step 3: Plan the menu

To keep things as stress-free as possible, plan your BBQ with tried-and-true favorites in mind. As Holidappy notes, stick with classics like hamburgers, hot dogs and/or simple chicken, beef and veggie skewers for the main course. For appetizers, chips and salsa or a veggie platter with dip are great options. For side dishes, you can make your own macaroni or potato salad or buy some from a local deli. Also, do not be shy about asking your guests to bring something; your cousins can pick up some cupcakes at the grocery store for dessert and your folks can spring for the beverages.

Step 4: Have a great time!

Now that you have the prep work all done, you can enjoy your family and food at your upcoming BBQ. As a bonus, much of the work you have done to prepare for this party will last well into the summer and beyond, so when you have your next outdoor party you won’t have to spring for new outdoor lighting or fencing again — you’ll mainly have to focus on having fun.

Anne

I'm a mother of 2 who likes to get involved in too much! Besides writing here I started a non-profit, I'm on the PTO board, very active in my community and volunteer in the school. I enjoy music, reading, cooking, traveling and spending time with my family. We just adopted our 3rd cat and love them all!

Add a Latin Twist to Your Next Holiday Party with Cocina!

December 15, 2017 By Marijean

PLAN YOUR NEXT HOLIDAY PARTY WITH COCINA

The Latin Food & Lifestyle Destination Shares New Festive Recipes

¡Feliz Navidad! Add a Latin spin to your next dinner party with these vibrant recipes from Cocina, the first online food destination dedicated to celebrating the Latin lifestyle through its vast culinary culture and libations. You’ll impress all of your dinner party guests with these beautiful treats and mouthwatering recipes.

‘Tis the season for spreading cheer and sharing recipes. We’ve included some of our holiday favorites below and you can find more at www.wearecocina.com!

MEXICAN CHOCOLATE SNOWMAN CAKE

It’s almost too cute to eat! Learn how to make this fun and delicious snowman cake using regular chocolate cake mix and ground Mexican chocolate.

https://wearecocina.com/recipe/mexican-chocolate-snowman-cake/

HOLIDAY EMPANADAS

A fun twist to a classic treat. Learn how to make four different kinds of empanadas for this holiday season, because who doesn’t love an empanada?

https://wearecocina.com/recipe/holiday-empanadas/

COLOMBIAN HOMINY AND PORK STEW

The perfect dish to curl up with on those cold wintry days. Make this delicious and traditional ‘cuchuco’ this holiday season, a classic staple from central Colombia.

https://wearecocina.com/recipe/colombian-hominy-and-pork-stew/

THE MISTLETOE

A refreshing and easy cocktail for any holiday party, take a sip and kiss under the mistletoe!

https://wearecocina.com/recipe/the-mistletoe/

About COCINA:

We LOVE food and we are incredibly excited to bring you even more amazing recipes, riveting stories from Latin countries and culture, and highlight local chefs and personalities with contrasting backgrounds. Be sure to check out https://wearecocina.com/ for a year-round celebration of all things Latin-flavored, so pull up a chair, relax, and get ready for the first bite—the food is on us.

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