The New Merchants of Rosemary Beach

The New Merchants of Rosemary Beach By Maggie Jackson

It is set to be an exciting season in Rosemary Beach with new merchants popping up all throughout town. Learn more about some of the newest shops, spas and eateries and be sure to stop in and enjoy their services.

GALLION’S

104 BARRETT SQUARE, UNIT C GALLIONS30A.COM The latest fine dining addition to Rosemary Beach, Gallion’s Restaurant, boasts fresh coastal fare featuring chef-inspired dishes, local seafood, seasonal favorites and indulgent desserts. Small plates offer unique twists on coastal cuisines like Florida citrus ceviche with yuzu, crab cakes two ways and citrus scallops. Entrees run the gamut from ahi tuna and grilled grouper to shrimp pasta, organic chicken and a selection of aged steaks.

Located in the heart of Rosemary on the iconic Barrett Square, this upscale yet approachable restaurant and cocktail lounge offers sophisticated small plates, coastal inspired entrees and a dynamic spirits and wine list including the Buffalo Trace Vintage Collection and Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon along with a menu of bold cocktails. Featuring exceptional cuisine and a timeless interior designed by Erika Powell of Urban Grace, Gallion’s promises to be a must try dining destination for both residents and visitors of Rosemary Beach and 30A.

While the dining room is open to all ages during lunch service, it is restricted to guests 18 years of age and older for dinner service. Gallion’s is open seven days a week. Lunch is served from 11 am to 3 pm and dinner service begins at 5 pm. Gallion’s Bar is open daily from 11 am until close.

VIVO DAY SPA

8 GEORGETOWN AVE. For those who have been visiting Rosemary Beach for a while, Vivo Day Spa is a familiar name. The next time you visit, you might notice some changes. When owner Eve Nava acquired the business with her husband in April, they wanted to share their passion for wellness with both the visitors and locals of Rosemary Beach.

“Wellness, overall, has always interested me—whether that is working out or caring for our body and soul,” Nava said. “We want to make sure that we focus on experience so that when people come to Vivo they are receiving a full experience and having that relaxation that shows that this is their moment. We always try to deliver that experience where they are relaxed, even if it is just for 50 minutes.”

Vivo offers massages, facials and body treatments as well as various add-on services and treatments to enhance the experience, such as CBD muscle balms, cupping therapy, reflexology and more. Nava also said that there are plans underway to add a cryotherapy room in the near future.

When guests arrive at the spa, they will be immediately greeted by Vivo staff with complimentary tea or champagne while waiting to receive their services. Vivo’s team of trained massage therapists and aestheticians will consult with each guest to customize a treatment that works best for them and choose an aromatherapy option. Vivo also offers in-home services (within a 10-mile range of Rosemary Beach) for guests that wish to add that extra layer of privacy and relaxation during their vacation.

For more information on Vivo’s and to book services, visit vivospa30a.com.

3RD CUP COFFEE

16 S BARRETT SQUARE If you are looking for a new way to start your morning in Rosemary Beach, 3rd Cup Coffee has you covered.

3rd Cup Coffee, a play on the number of cups of coffee that are needed to achieve well-documented health benefits such as an improved mood, good cardiovascular health and the reduced risk of certain cancers and Type 2 diabetes. The 3rd Cup is located in South Barrett Square just across the street from Pescado. Owner Jean Basse explained that when you arrive at 3rd Cup Coffee, you can expect the experience to be high-end, quick and convenient so that you can enjoy your vacation time doing things other than standing in line.

To ensure that customers receive the best coffee possible, 3rd Cup Coffee has partnered with high-end micro coffee roaster, Non-Fiction. Based in Pelham, Alabama, Non-Fiction is committed to making an impact both globally and locally.

“This small batch roaster ensures the best practices for coffee farming around the world,” Basse said. “Non-Fiction purchases only the best quality beans at prices that financially support small farms. The same price is paid year in and out to assure the best bean supply and to make sure that these craft coffee bean farmers sustain their quality in each crop cycle.”

3rd Cup Coffee also offers a variety of baked goods and pastries to help you start your day. Learn more about 3rd Cup Coffee and check out some of their menu offerings @3rdcup on Instagram.

SOWAL HOUSE

82 S BARRETT SQUARE Located in the heart of Rosemary Beach, SOWAL House provides a space for creatives to gather, connect and collaborate. Described as a media company, an art house and an intimate private event space, Dave King, Chief Vision Officer of SOWAL House, says that the space is unlike any other commercial space in South Walton.

“SOWAL House is nostalgic in feel, yet futuristic in its vision,” King explained. “At SOWAL House, we believe in cultivating South Walton’s burgeoning creative culture by providing a space where authentic connections are made, and meaningful collaborations take place. We’re building a brand that supports the creative class of South Walton.”

The space SOWAL House offers is ever-changing and can be utilized for a variety of functions. From fundraising and networking events to private parties and filmed performances, each SOWAL House experience is unique. While having the allure of being exclusive, the space is also very inclusive to our local community. According to King, there are four ways for people to gain access to the space:

1. Rent It. SOWAL House is an ideal venue for special events, meetings, conferences, executive retreats, and more. The 1,600-square-foot space can accommodate up to 30 people and has a dedicated Zoom room, multiple seating areas and a wrap-around bar. SOWAL House books a maximum of four private events per month.

2. Attend a Fundraiser. SOWAL House donates its space to local nonprofits such as the Rosemary Beach Foundation, Westonwood Ranch and United Way for fundraising events throughout the year. 3. Scan It. Keyholder Cards are given to local artists, creative entrepreneurs and service industry workers—like the baristas at your favorite local coffee shop—to distribute. Registered cardholders are randomly invited, lottery-style, to free private events and networking meetups hosted at the venue throughout the year.

4. Become a CLUB Member. CLUB at SOWAL House is an exclusive membership program that connects and entertains local business leaders and influencers of South Walton by hosting a hyper-curated event each month.

For complete details on SOWAL House, visit sowalhouse.com or check out @sowalhouse on social media.