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A specialty publication of Gulf Coast Media
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LF COAST ALABAMA GU LIFE ON THE
A peaceful evening along the Gulf Coast displaying another exhibition of mother nature’s stunning canvas. Photo by Jack Swindle
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feature story Ride into the sunset
A drive down Fort Morgan Road
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contents Beach Art Clara’s Loom
16 Beach Happenings
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Frank Brown International Songwriters’ Festival
Decor on the Shore Holiday decor
24 Out and About Shrimp Festival
32 Food
Coastal Corn and Crab Bisque
34 Taste of the Gulf
Where to eat at the beach
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Anthony Jones ... Well Worth A Visit! Voted The Best Salon in Baldwin County in 2014
It was a beau�ful summer morning when we le� Fairhope, low humidity and not a cloud in the sky. We were on our way down to Orange Beach to check out a business that many of our friends have told us about, this Englishman who had opened a Hair Salon on the beach with his daughter Emma. My hair is very important to me and ge�ng a good haircut is a must, and that is what Anthony Jones is known for and excellent hair color to boot. We have both been very dissa�sfied with the last few a�empts on designing our hair to suit our lifestyles; most of the so called stylists did not take into considera�on our age or understand that we both want to look great without a lot of fuss and bother. The traffic was a bit heavy due to the summer visitors, but we arrived on �me to this charming yellow and white beach house on the beach road with a fabulous view of the Gulf of Mexico. We were greeted warmly by Anthony and Emma and they ask us if we would like a cold drink or a glass of wine before he started making us beau�ful. Pam, my friend, went first since I was a li�le chicken a�er the last experiences. Anthony directed her to a styling chair and went on to explain the ten most important rules in designing a custom hairstyle to suit her. He first looked at her face shape and explained that there are five face shapes out there and told her her face shape was oval. The next was bone structure and head shape, a�er that was the type of her hair, the texture of her hair, then what sort of condi�on her hair was in, followed by the way the hair grows out of the head, plus cow licks, then her likes and dislikes and fashion. Wow! What a lot of things to get right. So then Emma started with a relaxing shampoo and deep condi�oning, then for the next 30 minutes Anthony’s hands were a sea of mo�on, lastly a quick blow dry with hardly any fuss and presto she was finished! She was so happy and she could not believe the difference in her hair. Now it was my turn, my hair especially in the summer gets 10 Beachin’ ● November 2018
very frizzy and dry; I have tried everything out there for my hair with no success! Anthony explained that commercial hair products are made different to professional hair products. Commercial shampoos are made of mild detergent and the condi�oners are based on petroleum oil. Where professional hair products are pure and natural and give back to the hair, he also went on to say that we should all wash our hair every day and condi�on our hair the same. Anthony explained that at all �mes our hair has to have at least 8% moisture in it the same as our skin, we should treat our hair the same way as we treat our skin, by moisturizing it every day which made a lot of sense to me, since the last stylist told me not to wash my hair every day because in her mind it would dry it out. Anthony explained to me that yes using some drug store products would dry your hair out if washed daily. A�er we went through the ten rules, he took me to the shampoo area and treated me to the best shampoo and condi�oning my hair had ever had. While shampooing, Emma explained to me what I should do in the morning in the shower, again stressing no over-thecounter hair products, that’s why my hair is dry and frizzy. A�er shampooing and before condi�oning, towel blot the hair because the hair is porous like a sponge, pu�ng any condi�oner on one’s hair when it is full of water will not go into the hair itself, so blot it first then apply the product and leave it in while you are washing yourself. Then before you leave the shower, rinse and count up to 10 slowly and stop, just rinse the excess and no more. A�er she explained to me the hows & whys, I understood. They are like hair doctors, if we listen and do what they says it works! Anthony has his own line of products and everything he used on me was his and believe me the stuff works. The cut he gave me was wonderful; I walked out a new woman and so did Pam, no more frizzes! Oh, by the way he used a great product before he dried my hair called “POTION.” It is a gel with a lot of healing features with body, fabulous! I bought a bo�le. Best money we ever spent and yes, we are definitely going back. He is a true professional.
Well worth a visit!
Anthony’s salon is at 23175 Perdido Beach Boulevard in Orange Beach & their phone number is 251.974.1514. Please say we sent you! www.anthonyjonesinc.net
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ride into the
SUNSET
In Gulf Shores, just miles from the rows of fast food joints and stacks of plastic beach knick knacks that beckon to tourists, there is quiet. Bicyclists pedal their way past forests where migratory birds, alligators and even bobcat live. Waves wash gently over the peaceful Navy Cove Oyster Farm as the creatures gurgle and grow under the water. Tiny mom and pop owned restaurants are filled with laughter as regulars stumble in from work and the sea for a coffee. This is life on the island, away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist scene, down Fort Morgan Road where the days are long and warm and nights are breezy and the stuff memories of made of. Take a Saturday and head west on Fort Morgan Road. Pause to listen to the sea breeze float through the trees of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Stop in at Behind the Pines Restaurant where the staff will fix you a cold one. Drive until the end where you can watch fishermen bring their last catch in for the day as the sun sets behind them. This is life on Fort Morgan Road. Enjoy.
The Fort Morgan Road Trail Why drive when you can walk? The Fort Morgan Road Trail begins just outside the western border of Gulf State Park and travels more than 5 miles west along Fort Morgan Road. The paved trail is open to runners, bicycles and strollers and is a gentle hike that winds past quiet neighborhoods and the Peninsula Golf Club. Parking, restrooms and a water fountain are available at Lagoon Park, 18068 Fort Morgan Road.
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Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge Not far from the trail’s eastern end, you can continue your adventure by hiking one of several trails that are part of the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Here you can enjoy another gentle, paved walk. This time, however, you will feel as though you’ve stumbled into a secret forest nestled far from the glowing restaurants and tourist attractions of the beach. The roughly 6,500 acre refuge is home to bobcats, coyote, alligators, migratory birds and endangered sea turtles. The staff offers regular guided tours or you can park at the trail heads and start out on your own.
The Pines The further you travel down Fort Morgan Road, the less development you see. Eventually, you feel like you are enveloped by trees water and clear blue skies. If you need to make a last-minute stop to fill up on gas, ice, snacks or alcohol, duck into The Pines. For great food and even better live music drive around back to Behind the Pines where a bartender who calls herself, “The Witch” can cure whatever ails you with her cocktails and brews.
Sassy Bass and Tacky Jack’s The towering pine trees are deceptive. It may feel desolate on the furthest points of Fort Morgan Road but there is a thriving night life and great restaurants. Drop in at Sassy Bass where the enormous menu can accommodate sea food lovers and the pickiest of children. The fresh oysters grown nearby at Navy Cove Oysters are worth more than one stop. The easy going atmosphere is inviting and family friendly. Further down the road at Fort Morgan Marina near Tacky Jack’s you can sit in the shade and watch the boats come and go or chat with Coast Guard crews who sail across the bay from Dauphin Island to stop in for a meal too.
Fort Morgan and the beach The forests have thinned. You can begin to see water on both sides of the highway. Large brick structures to your left can mean one thing, you have reached Fort Morgan itself and soon, the end of your drive. Stop into the fort to learn its history. You might be surprised to learn that troops served here long after the Civil War. Nearly 2,000 soldiers were stationed here during World War I. After you’ve climbed the steep steps of the fort and explored its nooks and crannies head outside and sit near the fishermen finishing their hauls for the day. The sun is beginning to set and the water glistens. Orange butterflies skip between the tall swaying sea grass and, if you are lucky, will land gently on your outstretched finger. Relax and enjoy the sea breeze before you head back to civilization. This is true island living and life on Fort Morgan Road is grand.
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Gulf Coast
Arts
Alliance
251.948.2627 gulfcoastartsalliance.com 225 East 24th Ave Waterway Village, Gulf Shores Monday-Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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PHOTOS BY CRYSTAL COLE
Weaving magical experiences on the Gulf Coast BY CRYSTAL COLE Tucked away under tall, mature oak trees on County Road 10 is a hidden gem of Baldwin County textile artisanry. Clara’s Loom and Coastal Textile Center sits unassuming just inland of the Bon Secour River, but the artist inside is the true draw. Celia Dionne, owner and artist, has been sewing and working with textiles since she was a young girl. 16 Beachin’ ● November 2018
“My mother sewed, and I would go through the fabric shops and feel everything while she chose a pattern,” Dionne said. “You weren’t supposed to touch anything, but I was small and loved fabric.” When she graduated school, she was given some hand-woven items whose texture appealed to her. “I said ‘I want to do that one day,’” Dionne said.
Dionne has been going after that dream for decades now. From selling her work in a local coffee shop in Tennessee while working with sheep on her farm to owning her own shop on the Gulf Coast, she’s come far in the business. Although her name is Celia, she went with the name Clara’s Loom for a few reasons. “I wove on an antique loom in
Franklin (Tennessee),” Dionne said. “My name didn’t lend itself to a business name. The previous owner’s name was Clara, and a lot of people would come see the antique loom as well as me.” Clara’s Loom offers different yarns for purchase as well as completed crafts, scarfs and shawls. Dionne also provides classes for those interested in learning the skill. Taking anywhere from half a day to three whole days, participants can come and learn how to weave by hand on a frame loom. Although her location is off the beaten path, Dionne says she still gets
a lot of traffic to her shop. “It is a destination,” Dionne said. “People who are interested come, and it’s sort of self-selecting. If they hear about what I do, they will come here, and I get people from everywhere. I have people who come to town just to take a class, and they’ll spend a night or two.” Dionne said she’s constantly surprised by what her students come up with after they’ve finished her class. “I present a technique; it’s not cookie cutter,” Dionne said. “Then you can do what you like. I’ve had people bring stuff back to the shop to show
me, and it’s always interesting how creative they can be. It’s not always stuff I would have come up with, but it’s all beautiful.”
FIND OUT MORE 251-943-2960 7518 Riverwood Drive Foley, Alabama clarasloom.com clarasinfo@clarasloom.com November 2018 ● Beachin’ 17
Beach Happenings 34TH ANNUAL FRANK BROWN INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITERS’ FESTIVAL The 34th annual Frank Brown International Songwriters’ Festival will feature more than 200 nationally acclaimed songwriters in venues along the Florida / Alabama Gulf Coast from Nov. 8 - 18. The festival is an opportunity for seasoned and aspiring songwriters and musicians from all over the world to have their songs heard, and for the public to learn the stories behind the lyrics that only the song’s author can express. During this exciting 11 day festival, performers will be hosted in over two dozen venues from Downtown Pensacola and Perdido Key, Florida, into Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Bon Secour and Silverhill.
FLORA-BAMA MAIN ROOM WEDNESDAY, NOV. 7 • 10:15 a.m. Dallas Moore hosting the East meets West; Locals gathering in Flora-Bama’s Main Room after the Kick Off Parties THURSDAY, NOV. 8 • 1 - 5:30 p.m. Don & Karen McNatt hosting Open Mic • 6 - 7:15 p.m. Nick Branch, Kimberly Dahme, Gove Scrivenor • 7:30 - 9 p.m. Gary Loyd, Kaylan Loyd, Mark Morton • 9:15 -10:30 p.m. Brittany Grimes, Wood Newton, Jim Sales • 10:45 - midnight Kevin Danzig, Pete Sallis, Brian White FRIDAY, NOV. 9 • 1 – 3 p.m. Don & Karen McNatt hosting Open Mic • 3 - 4:15 p.m. Blue Mother Tupelo (Micol & Ricky Davis) & Sugarcane Jane (Anthony Crawford & Savana Lee) • 4:30 - 5:45 p.m. Randy Brooks, Curly Corwin, Ted Handley • 6 - 7:15 p.m. Mark McGuinn, Rusty Tabor, Jack Williams • 7:30 – 9 p.m. TBA • 8:15 -10:30 p.m. Ed Beaver, Thom Bresh, Bobby Keel • 10:45 -midnight Rhonda Hart, Jason Justice, Dallas Moore SATURDAY, NOV. 10 • 1 – 3 p.m. Don & Karen McNatt hosting Open Mic • 3 - 4:15 p.m. Tony Brook, Barbara Cloyd, Jimmy Payne • 4:30 - 5:45 p.m. Smokey Joe Peoples, Susan 18 Beachin’ ● November 2018
Swanson, Jerry Vandiver • 6 - 7:15 p.m. Nora Collins, Nick Donley, Clay Mills (MV2 ENTERTAINMENT) • 7:30 – 9 p.m. Buddy Cannon, Marla Cannon, Dean Dillon • 9:15 -10:30 p.m. Brice Long, Jim McCormick, Phillip White • 10:45 - midnight Kim Carson, Jenna McClelland, Michael McClelland SUNDAY, NOV. 11 • 1 – 3 p.m. Don & Karen McNatt hosting Open Mic • 3 - 4:15 p.m. Yulie Ruth & Vane • 4:30 - 5:45 p.m. Sean Gasaway, Cass Hunter, Augie Savage • 6 - 7:15 p.m. Operation Song/Veterans Tribute, Doug Gill, Lynn Langham, Tony T-Bone Montgomery • 7:30 – 9 p.m. Operation Song/Veterans Tribute, Tim Buppert, Wil Nance, Rusty Tabor • 9:15 -10:30 p.m. Buddy Cannon, Marla Cannon, Rock Killough, Sonny Throckmorton • 10:45 - midnight David Norris, Bo Porter, Steve Williams MONDAY, NOV. 12 • 1 - 5:30 p.m. Don & Karen McNatt hosting Open Mic • 6 - 7:15 p.m. Brigham Cason, Ottar Johansen, Bjoern Nielsen • 7:30 – 9 p.m. Jay Brown, Karen Reynolds, Stephen Lee Veal • 9:15-10:30 p.m. Coley McCabe Shepherd, Thom Shepherd, Jonmark Stone • 10:45- midnight p.m. Chad Wilson, Kyle Wilson, Larry T. Wilson TUESDAY, NOV. 13
• 1 - 5:30 p.m. Don & Karen McNatt hosting Open Mic • 6 - 7:15 p.m. Troy Martin, Amanda Pruitt, Gerald Smith, Jessie Keith Whitley (MELODY ROUND UP MUSIC) • 7:30 – 9 p.m. Leslie Ellis, Jeff Gilkinson, Casey Kelly • 9:15-10:30 p.m. Eric Erdman, Beverly Jo Scott, Rick Whaley • 10:45-midnight Brigitte London, Mark True, River Dan WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14 • 1 - 5:30 p.m. Don & Karen McNatt hosting Open Mic • 6 - 7:15 p.m. Danny Griego, Cass Hunter, Ricky Whitley • 7:30 – 9 p.m. TBA • 9:15-10:30 p.m. Ronny McKinley, Jim Parker, Jim Vest • 10:45- midnight Marc-Alan Barnette, Jimbeau Hinson THURSDAY, NOV. 15 • 1 – 3 p.m. Don & Karen McNatt hosting Open Mic • 3 - 4:15 p.m. Christina Christian, Tim Styles, Bob Tobin • 4:30 - 5:45 p.m. Diann Hammer, Brian Ashley Jones, Mike Rhodes • 6 - 7:15 p.m. Megan Linville, Danny Myrick, Brigette Tatum • 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Wild Bill Emerson & Friends • 8:45 - 9:45 p.m. Jackson Capps, Mark Sherrill • 10-11:15 p.m. Dean Alexander, Craig Dillingham, Anthony Smith • 11:15-12:15 p.m. Taylor Craven, Dana Nelson, Darwin Nelson
FRIDAY, NOV. 16 • 1 – 3 p.m. CJ Watson Tribute • 3 - 4:15 p.m. Steve Dean, Victoria Venier, Bill Whyte • 4:30 - 5:45 p.m. Andi Zack Johnson, Ken Johnson , Suzi Ragsdale • 6 - 7:15 p.m. Nick Branch, Rusty Budde, Mark Dryer • 7:30 – 9 p.m. Larry Cordle, Carl Jackson, Jerry Salley • 9:15-10:30 p.m. Bruce Channel, Rock Killough, Sonny Throckmorton, Mac Walter • 10:45 - midnight Austin Church, Brent Moyer, Joe Sun
SATURDAY, NOV. 17 • 2 - 5:45 p.m. “Legends Tribute” hosted by Joe Gilchrist & Rusty Budde • 2 p.m. Catherine Powers & Terry Jennings / Book Signing • 6 - 7:15 p.m. Johnny Day, Will Rambeaux, Christina Taylor • 7:30 – 9 p.m. Byron Hill, Jim McBride, Kerry Kurt Phillips • 9:15 -10:30 p.m. Crystal Shawanda, Dewayne Strobel, Gary Talley
• 10:45 - midnight Doug Gill, Lynn Langham, Alan Rhody SUNDAY, NOV. 18 • 3 - 4:15 p.m. Tommy Mazzullo, Rick Whaley, Riley Yielding • 4:30 - 5:45 p.m. James Adkins, Katie Rogers, Bridgette Tatum • 6 - 7:15 p. m. Camille Wallin, Chris Wallin • 7:30 – 9 p.m. Closing Show / TBA
FLORA-BAMA DOME STAGE THURSDAY, NOV. 8 • 6 – 7 p.m. Mel Knapp, Jason Justice, Mark Sherrill • 7 – 8 p.m. Jenna McClelland, Michael McClelland, Tony Ray Thompson • 8 – 9 p.m. Summerlyn Powers, Jonathan Puzan, Kevin Swanson • 9 – 10 p.m. Nora Collins, Nick Donley, Clay Mills (MV2 ENTERTAINMENT) • 10 – 11 p.m. Kim Carson, Dallas Moore • 11 p.m. - midnight Jordans & James FRIDAY, NOV. 9 • 6 – 7 p.m. Chris Canterbury, Neal Lucas, Tony Brook • 7 – 8 p.m. Dave Kennedy, Donna Slater, Rob Snyder • 8 – 9 p.m. Marc-Alan Barnette, Kimberly Dahme, Jimbeau Hinson • 9 – 10 p.m. Jay Brown, Rusty Budde, Matt Prater • 10 – 11 p.m. Pete Sallis, Brian White, Jim McCormick • 11 - midnight Larry T Wilson, Riley Yielding SATURDAY, NOV. 10 • 11 a.m. – noon Mark McGuinn, Rusty Tabor, Jerry Vandiver • 6 - 7 p.m. Tim Buppert, Rich Fehle, Jimmy Stewart • 7 – 8 p.m. Kevin Danzig & Sugarcane Jane • 8 – 9 p.m. Perry Bonck, Jan Buckingham, Tony Ray Thompson • 9 – 10 p.m. Jason Eady, Faith Jess, Courtney Patton SUNDAY, NOV. 11 • 6 – 7 p.m. Curly Corwin, Jim St. James, Ricky Whitley • 7 – 8 p.m. Troy Martin, Amanda Pruitt,
Gerald Smith, Jesse Keith Whitley (MELODY ROUND UP MUSIC) • 8 – 9 p.m. Matt Prater, Coley McCabe Shepherd, Tom Shepherd • 9 – 10 p.m. Moondawg Hall, Smokey Joe Peoples, Susan Swanson • 10 – 11 p.m. Jackson Nance, Chad Wilson, Kyle Wilson • 11 - midnight Mel Knapp, Davis Nix, River Dan MONDAY, NOV. 12 • 6 – 11 p.m. Cathy Pace hosting Open Mic TUESDAY, NOV. 13 • 5 – 9 p.m. Tony T-Bone Montgomery hosting Open Jam WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14 • 6 – 7 p.m. APPLEGATE NANCE (Mike Applegate & Kyle Nance) • 7 – 8 p.m. Rob Aldridge, David Hill, Trey Lewis • 8 – 9 p.m. Brent Burns, Ted Handley, Bill Whyte • 9 – 10 p.m. Ottar Johansen, Bjoern Nielsen, Mark True • 10 – 11 p.m. Brian Ashley Jones, Alan Rhody, Jerry Salley • 11 – midnight Eric Erdman, Mel Knapp THURSDAY, NOV. 15 WILD WOMEN NIGHT • 6 – 7 p.m. Cathy Pace, Karen Reynolds, Suzi Ragsdale • 7 – 8 p.m. Karen McNatt, Dana Nelson, SASSAFRASS - SASSY YEW & AYE (Jo Billups & Karen Harvill) • 8 – 9 p.m. Christina Christian, Cass Hunter,
FLORA-BAMA TENT STAGE
FLORA-BAMA CHURCH
THURSDAY, NOV. 8 – SATURDAY, NOV. 17 • 8:30 - 12:30 p.m. TBA
SUNDAY, NOV. 11 • 9 a.m. Jimmy Payne, Amanda Pruitt, Gerald Smith • 11 a.m. Christina Christian, Sean Gasaway, Melissa Joiner
SUNDAY, NOV. 18 • 4 – 6 p.m. Native American Tribute - Rhonda Hart hosting Native American Heritage Tribute with Songwriters and Friends.
Amanda Pruitt • 9 – 10 p.m. Brittany Grimes, Lynn Langham, Camille Wallin • 10 – 11 p.m. Elaine Petty, Beverly Jo Scott, Donna Slater • 11 - midnight Brigitte London, Jenna McClellan, Brigitte Tatum FRIDAY, NOV. 16 • 6 – 7 p.m. Debbie Bond, Isaac Moore, Radiator Rick • 7 – 8 p.m. Johnny Holland, Troy Powers, Kevin Swanson • 8 – 9 p.m. RUNAWAY HOME (Gary Culley & Mark Elliott) • 9 – 10 p.m. Johnny Day, Will Rambeaux, Christina Taylor • 10 – 11 p.m. Danny Griego, Anthony Smith • 11 - midnight TBA SATURDAY, NOV. 17 • 6 – 7 p.m. Andi Zack Johnson, Ken Johnson, Jim Parker • 7 – 8 p.m. J Hawkins, Tony T-Bone Montgomery, Donna Slater • 8 – 9 p.m. Jeremy Dean, John Northrup, Richard Trest • 9 -10 p.m. Bruce Channel, Craig Dillingham, Sonny Throckmorton, Mac Walter • 10 -11 p.m. Megan Linville, Danny Myrick, Bridgette Tatum • 11 - midnight Whyte Caps
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FLORA-BAMA OLE RIVER BAR & GRILL FRIDAY, NOV. 9 • 6 – 7 p.m. Richard Fehle, Damien Lamb • 7 – 8 p.m. Tony Ray Thompson, Mel Knapp • 8 – 9 p.m. Amanda Pruitt, Troy Martin SATURDAY, NOV. 10 • 6 – 7 p.m. Curly Corwin, Ricky Whitley • 7 – 8 p.m. Yulie Ruth & Vane • 8 – 9 p.m. Jarrod Barrier, Ted Handley
THURSDAY, NOV. 15 • 6 – 7 p.m. APPLEGATE NANCE (Mike Applegate & Kyle Nance) • 7 – 8 p.m. Ted Handley, Larry T. Wilson • 8 – 9 p.m. Craig Dillingham, Chris Wallin FRIDAY, NOV. 16 • 6 – 7 p.m. Bob Tobin, Tim Styles • 7 – 8 p.m. Don McNatt, Karen McNatt
• 8 – 9 p.m. Megan Linville, Danny Myrick SATURDAY, NOV. 17 • 6 – 7 p.m. Suzi Ragsdale, Stephen Lee Veal • 7 – 8 p.m. SOUTHERN SUGAR (Laura Ashworth & Kelly Corwin) • 8 – 9 p.m. James Adkins, Katie Rogers
FLORA-BAMA YACHT CLUB FRIDAY, NOV. 9 • 6 – 7 p.m. Jim McCormick, Jimmy Stewart • 7 – 8 p.m. Jason Eady, Courtney Patton • 8 – 9 p.m. Tim Buppert, Jerry Vandiver SUNDAY, NOV. 11 • Noon – 1 p.m. Wil Nance, Steve Williams • 1:15 - 2:30 p.m. Greg Crowe, Neil Dover
THURSDAY, NOV. 15 • 6 – 7 p.m. Ronny McKinley, Jim Vest • 7 – 8 p.m. Dean Alexander, Sean Gasaway • 8 – 9 p.m. SOUTHERN SUGAR (Laura Ashworth & Kelly Corwin) FRIDAY, NOV. 16 • 6 – 7 p.m. Greg Crowe, Brigitte London
• 7 – 8 p.m. Doug Gill, Lynn Langham • 8 – 9 p.m. Jay Brown, Suzi Ragsdale SUNDAY, NOV. 18 • Noon – 1 p.m. Jason Justice, Gary Talley • 1:15 - 2:30 p.m. Byron Hiill, Jim McBride
BAYES SOUTHERN BAR & GRILL 4673 Wharf Parkway West Orange Beach Phone: (251) 240-0411 www.bayesgrill.com
TUESDAY, NOV. 13 • 5 - 6:15 p.m. Bo Porter • 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Jonmark Stone WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14 • 5 - 6:15 p.m. Brigitte London • 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Mark True
THURSDAY, NOV. 15 • 5 - 6:15 p.m. Damien Joe Lamb • 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Perry Bonck FRIDAY, NOV. 16 • 5 - 6:15 p.m. Darrel Roberts • 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Brian Ashley Jones
BUENA VISTA COASTAL RV RESORT 23601 Perdido Beach Blvd. Orange Beach (251) 747-6045 www.buenavistarvresort.com
SATURDAY, NOV. 10 • 5 – 7 p.m. Doug Gill, Lynn Langham, Jonmark Stone
SATURDAY, NOV. 17 • 5 - 7 p.m. Austin Church, Brent Moyer, Joe Sun
THE COASTAL ARTS CENTER OF ORANGE BEACH Canal Road Orange Beach (251) 981-2787 www.coastalartscenter.com
THURSDAY, NOV. 15 • 6 - 7:30 p.m. Doug Gill, Lynn Langham, Alan Rhody • 7:45 – 9 p.m. Larry Cordle, Carl Jackson, Jerry Salley
PERDIDO BEACH RESORT 27200 Perdido Beach Blvd. Orange Beach 251-981-9811 www.perdidobeachresort.com FRIDAY, NOV. 9 • 7 - 8:15 p.m. Jeff Gilkinson, Wood Newton, Jim Sales • 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Doug Gill, Lynn Langham SATURDAY, NOV. 10
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• 7 - 8:15 p.m. Rusty Budde, Jack Williams • 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Ed Beaver, Thom Bresh, Bobby Keel THURSDAY, NOV. 15 • 7 - 8:15 p.m. Eric Erdman, Beverly Jo Scott, Rick Whaley • 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Victoria Venier, Bill Whyte FRIDAY, NOV. 16 • 7 - 8:15 p.m. Craig Dillingham, John Northrup, Alan Rhody
• 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Byron Hill, Kerry Kurt Phillips, Jim McBride SATURDAY, NOV. 17 • 7 - 8:15 p.m. RUNAWAY HOME (Gary Culley & Mark Elliott) • 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Mark True, Camille Wallin, Chris Wallin
FIN & FORK 24131 Perdido Beach Boulevard Orange Beach (251) 981-1213 www.finandfork.com WEDNESDAY, NOV. 7 • 6 - 9 p.m. Jason Justice & the Hung Jury THURSDAY, NOV. 8 • 6 -7 p.m. Richard Fehle • 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Sean Gasaway FRIDAY, NOV. 9 • 6 -7 p.m. Kevin Danzig • 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Davis Nix • 8:30 - 10 p.m. Rhonda Hart
SATURDAY, NOV. 10 • 6 - 7 p.m. Matt Prater • 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Mark McGuinn, Rusty Tabor • 8:30 - 10 p.m. Rhonda Hart SUNDAY, NOV. 11 • Noon – 1 p.m. Jarrod Barrier TUESDAY, NOV. 13 • 6 – 7 p.m. Coley McCabe Shepherd, Thom Shepherd • 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Tim Styles, Bob Tobin WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14 • 6 - 7 p.m. Ottar Johansen, Bjoern Nielsen • 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Beverly Jo Scott, Rick Whaley
THURSDAY, NOV. 15 • 6 - 7 p.m. Tony T-Bone Montgomery • 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Brian Ashley Jones, Mark Dreyer FRIDAY, NOV. 16 • 6 – 7 p.m. Summerlyn Powers • 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Perry Bonck, Karen Reynolds • 8:30 – 10 p.m. Rhonda Hart SATURDAY, NOV. 17 • 6 – 7 p.m. Riley Yielding • 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Larry T. Wilson • 8:30 – 10 p.m. Rhonda Hart SUNDAY, NOV. 18 • Noon – 1 p.m. John Northrup
BIG BEACH BREWING CO. 300 E. 24th Ave Gulf Shores (251) 948-2337 www.bigbeachbrewing.com SUNDAY, NOV. 11 • 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. BLUE MOTHER TUPELO (Micol & Ricky Davis)
• 5 – 6 p.m. Jonmark Stone, Jack Williams THURSDAY, NOV. 15 • 7 - 8:15 p.m. RUNAWAY HOME (Gary Culley & Mark Elliott) • 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Debbie Bond, Radiator Rick FRIDAY, NOV. 16 • 7 - 8:15 p.m. SASSAFRASS - SASSY YEW & AYE (Jo
Billups & Karen Harvill) • 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Crystal Shawanda, Dewayne Stroble SUNDAY, NOV. 18 • 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. Chris Clifton, Damien Joe Lamb • 5 - 6:15 p.m. Johnny Day, Will Rambeaux, Christina Taylor
Ricky Davis) FRIDAY, NOV. 16 • 6 - 7:30 p.m. Danny Griego, John Joiner, Melissa Joiner
• 7:30 – 9 p.m. HITS N’ GRINS (Steve Dean, Victoria Veniers, Bill Whyte)
Hunter • 6 – 7 p.m. Greg Crowe, Brittany Grimes, Isaac Moore • 7 – 8 p.m. Troy Martin, Gerald Smith, Jessie Keith Whitley (MELODY ROUND UP MUSIC) • 8 – 9 p.m. Moondawg Hall, Smokey Joe Peoples, Susan Swanson SUNDAY, NOV. 11 • 5 – 6 p.m. Tony Brook, Barbara Cloyd, Mark McGuinn • 6 – 7 p.m. Ed Beaver, Thom Bresh, Bobby Keel • 7 – 8 p.m. Ted Handley, J Hawkins, Riley Yielding • 8 – 9 p.m. Ottar Johansen, Bjoern Nielsen WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14 • 5 – 6 p.m. Gabe Cruz, Caitlin Sommerville, Tris Weeks • 6 – 7 p.m. Maura Hawkins, Ben Kennington, Maggie Thompson • 7 – 8 p.m. Jack Barksdale, Alivia McKenna, Ava Paige • 8 – 9 p.m. Brigham Cason, Faith Jess, Jackson Nance, Leah Rose
THURSDAY, NOV. 15 • 5 – 6 p.m. Rob Aldridge, Jackson Capps, Jon Cook • 6 – 7 p.m. Andi Zack Johnson, Ken Johnson, Brigitte London • 7 – 8 p.m. Austin Church, Brent Moyer, Joe Sun • 8 – 9 p.m. Tim Styles, Bob Tobin, Jason Justice FRIDAY, NOV. 16 • 5 – 6 p.m. Megan Linville, Danny Myrick, Bridgette Tatum • 6 – 7 p.m. Johnny Day, Christina Taylor, Will Rambeaux • 7 – 8 p.m. James Adkins, Katie Rogers, Anthony Smith • 8 – 9 p.m. Dana Nelson, Darwin Nelson, Mark True SATURDAY, NOV. 17 • 5 – 6 p.m. Jeremy Dean, Richard Trest • 6 – 7 p.m. Diann Hammer, Mike Rhodes • 7 – 8 p.m. Jenna McClelland, Michael McClelland, Troy Powers • 8 – 9 p.m. Marc Alan Barnette, Jimbeau Hinson
COASTAL FRIDAY, NOV. 9 • 6 - 7:30 p.m. Ottar Johansen, Bjoern Nielsen, David Norris • 7:30 – 9 p.m. BLUE MOTHER TUPELO (Micol &
LULU’S 200 E. 25th Street, Gulf Shores (251) 967-5858 www.lulubuffett.com THURSDAY, NOV. 8 • 5 – 6 p.m. Dave Kennedy, Neal Lucas, Rob Snyder • 6 – 7 p.m. Chris Canterbury, Jim McCormick, Karen Reynolds • 7 – 8 p.m. Jason Eady, Eric Erdman, Courtney Patton • 8 – 9 p.m. BLUE MOTHER TUPELO (Micol Davis & Ricky Davis), Neil Dover FRIDAY, NOV. 9 • 5 – 6 p.m. Greg Crowe, Kevin Swanson, Stephen Lee Veal • 6 – 7 p.m. Nora Collins, Nick Donley, Clay Mills (MV2 ENTERTAINMENT) • 7 – 8 p.m. Randy Brooks, Pete Sallis, Brian White • 8 – 9 p.m. Gary Loyd, Kaylan Loyd, Mark Earl Morton SATURDAY, NOV. 10 • 5 – 6 p.m . Jay Brown, Christina Christian, Cass
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ST. ANDREW BY THE SEA 17263 State Highway 180 W Gulf Shores (251)-968-3900 www.standrewbythesea.org
SUNDAY, NOV. 18 • 2 - 3:30 p.m. Larry Cordle, Carl Jackson, Jerry Salley
SUNSET CORK ROOM RESTAURANT AND WINE BAR Sunset Cork Room Restaurant and Wine Bar 225 E 16th Ave, Gulf Shores (251) 967-4773 www.sunsetcorkroom.com THURSDAY, NOV. 8 • 7 - 8:15 p.m. Doug Gill, Lynn Langham • 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Mark Alan Barnette, Jimbeau Hinson FRIDAY, NOV. 9 • 7 - 8:15 p.m. SUGARCANE JANE (Anthony Crawford & Savana Lee)
• 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Tommy Mazzullo, Beverly Jo Scott, Rick Whaley SATURDAY, NOV. 10 • 7 - 8:15 p.m. Will Nance, Steve Williams • 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Wood Newton, Alan Rhody, Jim Sales WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14 AUTISM AWARENESS NIGHT WITH SONGWRITERS • 6 – 7 p.m. Taylor Craven, Jerry Salley, JonMark Stone • 7:15 - 8:30 p.m. Logan Blade, Jon Cook, Stephen Lee Veal, Tammy Vice
• 8:45 - 9:45 p.m. Doug Gill & Lynn Langham THURSDAY, NOV. 15 • 7 - 8:15 p.m. Nick Branch, Melissa Joiner • 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Crystal Shawanda, Dwight Strobel FRIDAY, NOV. 16 • 7 - 8:15 p.m. Crystal Shawanda, Dwight Strobel • 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Chris Wallin, Camille Wallin SATURDAY, NOV. 17 • 7 - 8:15 p.m. HITS N’ GRINS (Victoria Venier, Bill Whyte & Steve Dean) • 8:30 - 9:45 p.m. Larry Cordle, Carl Jackson, Jerry Salley
TACKY JACKS,GULF SHORES 240 E. 24th Avenue, Gulf Shores (251) 948-8881 www.tackyjacks.com THURSDAY, NOV. 8 • 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Barbara Cloyd, Ted Handley • 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. Jay Brown, Greg Crowe
• 8 – 9 p.m. Don McNatt, Karen McNatt FRIDAY, NOV. 9 • 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Neil Dover, Bo Porter • 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. Moondawg Hall, Troy Martin • 8 - 9 p.m. Johnny Barbato, Melissa Joiner THURSDAY, NOV. 15 • 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Jackson Nance, Leah Rose
• 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. Faith Jess, Summerlyn Powers • 8 – 9 p.m. Rob Aldridge, Stephen Lee Veal FRIDAY, NOV. 16 • 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Dana Nelson, Darwin Nelson • 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. Ottar Johansen, Bjoern Nielsen • 8 – 9 p.m. Brigitte London, Jim Parker
SATURDAY, NOV. 10 • Noon - 1:15 p.m. Riley Yielding • 1:30 - 2:45 p.m. Neil Dover FRIDAY, NOV. 16
• 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. JORDANS & JAMES SATURDAY, NOV. 17 • Noon - 1:15 p.m. Summerlyn Powers • 1:30-2:45 p.m. Larry Cordle, Jerry Salley
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FROG POND AT BLUE MOON FARM Silverhill, AL Contact for reservations 251-232-3072 www.thefrogpondatbluemoonfarm.com
SUNDAY, NOV. 11 $35 Seat Donation • 3 p.m. Grayson Capps, Eric Erdman, Ben de la Cour, Molly Thomas • On the side.. Corky Hughes - Guitar, Bass, Lap Steel, Rich Hirsch - Guitar
SUNDAY, NOV. 18 $35 Seat Donation • 3 p.m. Grayson Capps, Nikki Talley, Harrison McInnis, Phil Proctor • On the side.. Corky Hughes - Guitar, Bass, Lap Steel, Jason Sharp - Guitar, Gram Rea – Fiddle
• 2:30 - 3:45 p.m. Brice Long, Phillip White • 4 – 5 p.m. Gary Loyd, Kaylan Loyd, Mark Earl Morton • 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. Jason Eady, Davis Nix, Courtney Patton SUNDAY, NOV. 11 • Noon – 1 p.m. Johnny Barbato, Jay Brown, Tony Ray Thompson
• 1:15 - 2:15 p.m. SUGARCANE JANE (Anthony Crawford & Savana Lee) • 2:30 - 3:45 p.m. Thom Bresh, Ed Beaver, Bobby Keel • 4 – 5 p.m. Christina Christian, Jonathan Puzan, Kevin Swanson • 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. Jason Justice, Dave Kennedy, Donna Slater
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THE TIP TOP RESTAURANT 6232 Bon Secour Hwy., Bon Secour (251) 949-5086 www.tintoprestaurant.com TUESDAY, NOV. 13 • 6 - 7:30 p.m. Perry Bonck, Karen Reynolds • 8 - 9:30 p.m. APPLEGATE NANCE (Mike Applegate & Kyle Nance) WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14 • 6 - 7:30 p.m. Jackson Capps, Brittany Grimes • 8 - 9:30 p.m. Jenna McClelland, Michael McClelland THURSDAY, NOV. 15 • 6 - 7:30 p.m. Leslie Ellis, Jeff Gilkinson, Casey Kelly • 8 - 9:30 p.m. James Adkins, Katie Rodgers
WHO WAS FRANK BROWN? The festival is dedicated to the late Frank Brown, who was night watchman at the Flora-Bama for 28 years, and whose moral values, integrity and strength of character still endure. Mr. Frank, as he was known by all, (was 91 years old when he retired) was featured on Paul Harvey’s syndicated radio show, “The Rest of the Story.” At the club, Mr. Frank wore a pair of matched revolvers, slung low, but he didn’t have to use them. Usually it was enough to say, “Now, you boys don’t have to be like that. What would yo’ mamma say?” All the regulars knew and respected him. He was as much a part of the Bama as the sunrise was a part of the night. He didn’t worry too much about material things. He thought: success is when a man gets what he wants; happiness is when a man wants what he’s got. He was in his glory, just staying around listening to the music. He was the last person the performers saw at closing time. Mr. Frank was 93 years old when he passed away in 1988, and he left a legacy that we can all share. Some say his spirit still lives on in the celebration of the music. He still lives on today in the memories of those who were fortunate enough to have known him. It is those fond memories that drive all of us that are involved in the festival to ensure that it continues year after year. The atmosphere here just seems to inspire collaboration and inspiration. A lot of the songwriters are not household names, but their songs are. It is impossible to list or describe the songwriters, musicians and performers that participate in this festival. It’s a living museum, that’s what it is.” — Frank Brown Music Festival
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Décor on the Shore HOLIDAY DECORATING ON THE COAST
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’m often asked what the Christmas decor trends are for the year, to which my usual reply is “Whatever you wish it to be!” The Traditional Red and Green of Christmases Past, while still honored, finds itself nestled in amongst as many different designs as can be dreamt. Rich colors from across an imaginary rainbow join an array of glittering lights, garland, ornaments, ribbons and bows. “A photo is worth a thousand words” was my thought as I selected these ideas to share. As I write this article, we are in the disheartening throes
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of the aftermath which Hurricane Michael left across our neighbors’ lives. Abundant will be the opportunities offered us to abound in what the Christmas Season is about. Perhaps look toward the east to those who are fortunate enough to have a home, and offer them some Christmas decorating Messer items and share a little holiday cheer! A nationally acclaimed Interior Designer, Mary’s talent is displayed in recognizable designs of residential and commercial properties across the Southeast.
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Welcome to the Beach
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. Tents (no larger than a 10x10 ft.) are allowed on the beach, but they have to be placed behind (North of) the designated sign marker post and should be removed before night. Tents cannot be placed between the sign post and the Gulf of Mexico. This is for designated emergency and safety access.
BEACH FLAG WARNING SYSTEM
2. Pets are not allowed on the beach on the Gulf of Mexico or surrounding islands (Robinson, Bird, Walker). However they are allowed at the designated city Dog Park on Canal Rd. (Hwy 180) next to Sportsman Marina. All dogs should remain on a leash within the city limits.
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3. Glass in any form (bottle, cup, container, etc.) is strictly prohibited on our beaches and islands.
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4. A yellow or green flag posted along gulf beaches means to use caution while swimming in the gulf waters and is permitted. A red flag means danger and one should not swim in the waters.
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Medium Hazard (light surf and or currents)
Low Hazard (calm conditions) High Hazard (rough conditions, such as strong surf and or conditions)
Double red flags mean that swimming in the waters is prohibited by law. Water Closed to Public Use
Purple means WARNING! A jellyfish or other marine threat. 5. All trails and parks are free and open from daylight to dusk 7 days a week. 6. Fires or flames are strictly prohibited on the beach. This includes grills, tiki-torches, lanterns, open fire pits, candles, fireworks, etc. 7. Jet skis, boats, and any other motorized vessels, are prohibited from launching along the gulf front beaches.
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Marine Pest (jellyfish, stingrays & dangerous fish)
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You’ll love our greens. 9 Hole Par 3 Course Open to the Public Tee times not required
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Out and About
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47th Annual National Shrimp Festival
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Crazy Sista Cooking with Lucy Buffett
Coastal Crab and Corn Bisque
This bisque features two of our region’s sweetest delicacies: Silver Queen corn and blue crab. It’s only natural that they would pair so beautifully together in this rich, silky soup. Crab and corn bisque is a standard on the menu of many local restaurants and in-house holds year- Buffett round. Tourists can’t wait to get her to order it and locals can’t get enough of it either. What a lot of our visitors may not realize, however, is just how easy it is to re-create, so don’t wait to come see us to try this classic favorite. Serves 6 5 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 cups finely chopped onion 2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic 1 cup finely chopped celery 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups seafood stock or chicken broth 2 cups heavy cream 2 cups milk 2 bay leaves ¼ teaspoons LuLu’s Crazy Creola Seasoning or other Creole Seasoning 1 teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon white pepper ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon liquid crab boil 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen if necessary) ½ cup chopped green onions 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons sweet white wine such as sake 1 pound cooked fresh lump blue crabmeat, picked through for shells, handled carefully to keep meat in big chunks ½ teaspoon seasoned salt Pinch of ground nutmeg 1. In a medium stockpot, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter with the olive oil over low heat. 2. Add the onion, garlic and celery. Cover and cook over 34 Beachin’ ● November 2018
medium heat, stirring occasionally, for three minutes or until the vegetables have softened. 3. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and cook, stirring, until the butter has melted. 4. Add the flour and cook, stirring, as the vegetables begin to brown. 5. Add 1 ½ cups of the stock, the cream and the milk and stir well. 6. Add the bay leaves, Creole seasoning, sea salt, white pepper, black pepper and liquid crab boil. 7. Cover and simmer over low heat, being careful not to let it boil. 8. Add the corn, ¼ cup of the green onion, the Worcestershire, and the wine. Simmer for about five minutes. 9. Add the crabmeat and seasoned salt. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes. 10. Stir in the nutmeg, the remaining ¼ cup green onion, and the remaining ½ cup stock. Simmer for five minutes more, remove and discard the bay leaves, and then serve.
LuLu’s Crazy Creola Seasoning Makes ½ Cup 1 tablespoon sea salt 2 tablespoons granulated garlic or garlic powder 4 teaspoons granulated onion or onion powder ¼ cup paprika 1 ½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper 2 teaspoons white pepper ½ teaspoon dried thyme ½ teaspoon dried oregano Combine all the ingredients and store in an airtight container
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Contemporary Home Décor, Fashion, and Accessories with a Beach Flair
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taste of the Gulf Coast
Featuring Donnie Lanier of LuLu’s and the Allergy Menu
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Tacky Jacks Mexican Garbage Nachos Peel & Eat Shrimp
Gator Bites
Crawfish Tails
Crab Claws
Crisp Luau Pork Bites “ Wangs”
Smoked Tuna Dip
Fried Pickles
Trigger Platter
Chicken Strips
Fried Green Tomato Fries
Shrimp PoBoy Firecracker Shrimp Po Boy
Grouper Tacos
Philly Cheese Steak
Grilled Tuna Samich
Chicken and Shrimp Wraps
Gulf Grouper Samich
Jacks Hand Pattied Burgers
Chicken BLT
“Tacky Shrimp”
Shrimp Platter
Oyster Platter
Ahi Tuna Platter
Shrimp & Grits
Crab Cake Dinner
Gulf Grouper Platter
Firecracker Shrimp Shrimp Tacos Shrimp & Cheese Grits
Royal Reds
Shrimp Platters
Fried Seafood Tri o Platter
Steamed Royal Reds
Ribeye Steak Platter Combo Platters
Seafood Salad’ Taco Salad Seared Tuna Salad Jacks House Salad Chicken Tender Salad Seafood Gumbo
Crawfish PoBoy
Flaky Fish PoBoy
Cajun Chicken Breast
Flaky Fish Platter
Oyster Po Boy
Famous Tacky Jacks Farmer’s Omelet Build Your Own Omelet Hash & Eggs
Shrimp Omelet Sunrise Egg Platter
Pork Chop & Egg Platter Breakfast Sandwich Shrimp & Cheese Grits
Breakfast Burritos
Belgian Waffle
French Toast
Wheel House Pancakes
Biscuits & Gravy
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Guacamole with iceberg lettuce, tomatoes and shredded cheese 4.99
caldo de caMarón (shriMp)
Shrimp cooked in hot sauce with Mexican rice, onions, mushrooms, cilantro and slices of avocado. bowl 8.99 • cup 4.99
caldo de pollo
Authentic Mexican style chicken soup bowl 6.99 • cup 3.99
Grilled shrimp and Triggerfish with fresh pico de gallo, sautéed onions and bell peppers. Served with sour cream, lettuce and tomato on the side 10.49 add rice and/or beans + 2.49
shriMp tacos
Filled with shrimp grilled with garlic butter and topped with lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado and honey habanero sauce. Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans Two Tacos 11.49 | Three Tacos 13.49
Bu rrito ranchero
Large flour tortilla filled with grilled steak* or chicken, grilled onions, peppers and topped with our zesty ranchero salsa and melted cheese. Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 10.99
california burrito
cactus grilled Bu rrito
Large flour tortilla with grilled steak* or chicken and covered with our cheese dip. Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 9.49
California Burrito
Grilled steak* or chicken, Mexican rice, black or refried beans and your choice of mild or hot salsa rolled in a large flour tortilla. Topped with cheese dip, sour cream and avocados 13.49
VegetaRian Veggie Fajitas
Grilled tomatoes, spinach, broccoli, mushrooms, green and red bell peppers and onions. Served with Mexican rice, beans, lettuce, sour cream, guacamole and pico de gallo accompanied with flour tortillas 9.99 For Two 17.99
spinach and MushrooM Quesadilla
Flour tortilla stuffed with melted cheese, sautéed spinach and mushrooms with sour cream, lettuce and tomatoes served on the side 7.49 add rice and/or beans + 2.49
shriMp & grits
carnitas
Slow-simmered pork tips cooked with sautéed onions. Served with fresh tortillas, lettuce, guacamole, pico de gallo and sour cream 12.99
shriMp cocktail
Shrimp in our cocktail sauce. Served with fresh avocado and crackers 12.99
chiMichanga plate
spinach enchiladas
Two enchiladas filled with sautéed spinach and tomatoes and topped with enchilada sauce. Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 7.99
cactus Veggie Bu rrito
Seasoned mixed veggies wrapped in a large flour tortilla, topped with sour cream and avocado. Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 8.49
Flan
A traditional sponge-based custard with a sweet filling 5.49
sopapilla 2.99
Fried cheesecake chiMichanga
chu rros 4.99 Fried ice creaM 4.29
ruM sisters
With strawberry sauce 7.49
chocolate taco
Chocolate dipped ice cream taco 5.49
Gourmet alcohol infused cakes from orange beach! Ask your server for this weeks special flavor!
twisted sista
Dark chocolate, Kahlúa and white rum 6.49
ids ’ Menu cactus Fingers
Chicken fingers with fries 5.99
taco
Chicken or beef taco served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 5.99
enchilada Meal
Cheese, chicken or beef enchilada served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, beans, Cactus grits or fries 5.99
Mini nachos
Mini Quesadillas
Kid-sized quesadillas stuffed with cheese and chicken or ground beef and served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, beans, Cactus grits or fries 5.99
cactus Mini Bu rrito
Beef or shredded chicken burrito served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, beans, Cactus grits or fries 5.99 subsTiTuTe sTeak* or grilled chicken for 1.50.
served wiTh leTTuce, TomaToes, sour cream and cheese. add rice and/or beans + 2.49
BeveRages
Fajita Quesadilla
Grilled steak* or chicken with sautéed onions and peppers. Served inside a flour tortilla with melted cheese 10.49
shredded chicken 6.49 ground BeeF 6.49 cheese only 5.49
Bu rrito • chile relleno • enchilada taMale • taco • chalupa • tostada
any one
any two
7.99
9.49
any three 10.49
la cartE BeeF or shredded chicken taco 2.49 BeeF or shredded chicken enchilada 2.59 grilled chicken taco 2.99 grilled steak* taco 3.49 triggerFish taco 3.49 shriMp taco 3.49 gringo taco 3.49 BeeF Bu rrito 2.99 grilled chicken Bu rrito 5.99 chile relleno 3.49 or
shriMp 6.99
grilled steak* strips 7.99 BeeF or chicken chiMichanga 7.99
ides aVocado slices 2.69 diced toMatoes .99 onions .99
lettuce .99
salsa Verde .99 Mexican rice 1.99 Black Beans 1.99 cactus style cheese grits 1.99 rice & Beans 3.99 pico de gallo 1.79 shredded cheese 1.49
grilled chicken or steak Quesadilla
Grilled chicken or steak* served inside a flour tortilla with melted cheese. Served with lettuce, sour cream and tomatoes 9.49
s
reFried Beans 1.99
Grilled steak*, chicken and shrimp with sautéed onions and Grilled shrimp served inside a flour tortilla with melted cheese. peppers served inside a flour tortilla with melted cheese 11.49 Served with lettuce, sour cream and tomatoes 10.99 texas fajita quesadilla
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-cantina+
grilled chicken For children 12 years and younger. includes soFT drink or Tea (dine-in only). add 2.00 For adulTs
Cheese and chips nachos 5.99
shriMp Quesadilla
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grilled steak* Burrito 7.49
Quesadill as texas Fajita Quesadilla
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A large flour tortilla stuffed with beef or shredded chicken, then lightly fried 9.99 add sTeak* or grilled chicken + 1.99
A dessert sampler of ice cream and churros. Serves four 8.99 With ice cream 4.79
arroz con pollo
Grilled chicken and cheese dip over a bed of Mexican rice 8.49
served wiTh your choice oF Two (2): mexican rice, black or reFried beans or cacTus griTs. addiTional charges For sTeak*, grilled chicken or shrimp
Chicken breast smothered in bell peppers, onions and our cheese sauce 12.49
A bowl of our delicious Cactus style grits mixed with our seasoned jumbo shrimp 9.49
helado grande
chicken diaBlo
Grilled chicken cooked in our homemade spicy, cheesy sauce. Served with your choice of two ((2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 12.49
coBos
pollo cactus Melt
Grilled shrimp cooked in our homemade spicy, cheesy sauce served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 12.99
Desserts
texas Bu rrito
Ground beef or shredded chicken rolled in a flour tortilla, covered with cheese and topped with lettuce and sour cream. Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 9.49
hueVos rancheros
Fried eggs over lightly fried corn tortillas, topped with tomato-chili sauce 9.49
*These iTems are cooked To order: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have a medical condition.
Burritos
Bu rrito Mexicana
texas tacos
One steak* taco, one grilled chicken taco, one shrimp taco served with pico de gallo, lettuce and cheese 13.49
taQuitos
Three rolled and lightly fried corn tortillas filled with seasoned shredded chicken or ground beef. Served with pico de gallo, lettuce, sour cream, and cheese dip 10.99
triggerFish tacos
Local Gulf Triggerfish grilled and served on a soft flour tortilla or crunchy corn tortilla with lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado and honey habanero sauce. Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans Two Tacos 11.99 | Three Tacos 13.79
guacaMole salad
Large flour tortilla stuffed with grilled steak*, chicken and shrimp, grilled onions and bell peppers, covered in our cheese dip and salsa. Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 11.99
enchilada sup reMe
One shredded chicken, one beef, and one cheese enchilada topped with lettuce, tomato and sour cream 10.49
eafood
taco salad
Spinach, iceberg lettuce, pico de gallo, mushrooms, shredded cheese, avocado and sour cream with your choice of dressing 5.99
Grilled steak* or chicken on a bed of tortilla chips with onions and bell peppers. Topped with cheese dip and sour cream 10.99
carne asada
Grilled steak* presented on a bed of sizzling onions and bell peppers with pico de gallo, guacamole, lettuce and sour cream 12.49
piña fajitas (chicken)
Grilled steak*, chicken and shrimp on a bed of tortilla chips with onions and bell peppers. Topped with cheese dip and sour cream 12.49
gringo tacos
TradiTional plaTes are served wiTh your choice oF Two (2): mexican rice, black or reFried beans or cacTus griTs
Fajita salad
house salad
Juicy grilled chicken tacos with fresh grilled pineapple and chorizo. Topped with raw onion and cilantro Two Tacos 12.49 | Three Tacos 13.99
Tr aditional l ates
oups & al ads Nachos
tacos de pollo
Seasoned ground beef or shredded chicken tacos with fresh pico de gallo, lettuce and cheese Two Tacos 9.99 | Three Tacos 10.99
jalapeño & cheese dip
large 7.59 | small 4.79
texas fajita nachos
Grilled steak* tacos with pico de gallo, lettuce and cheese Two Tacos 11.99 | Three Tacos 13.99
cactus tacos
large 7.99 | small 4.99
steak tacos
Authentic Mexican-style street tacos with carne asada, fresh cilantro and onion on corn tortillas. Served with lime Two Tacos 10.99 | Three Tacos 13.49 Juicy grilled chicken tacos with fresh pico de gallo, lettuce and cheese Two Tacos 10.99 | Three Tacos 12.49
chorizo sausage & cheese dip
Deep-fried to perfection and served with tomato dipping sauce 6.99
texas tacos
Tacos
texaS fajitaS
A sizzling platter of bell peppers and onions with grilled steak*, chicken, and shrimp 13.99 For Two 25.99
scoop oF haBanero .99 jalapeños .99
3849
sou r creaM .99 coke | diet coke | tea | dr pepper sprite | BarQ’s root Beer | leMonade orange Fanta | Mello yello | coFFee
tortillas 1.49 *These iTems are cooked To order: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have a medical condition.
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Voted “People’s Choice” “mustA-visit” Since 2004
•Best Lunch • Best Dinner • Best Seafood also been voted • Friendliest Staff
while in Gulf Shor es
hores S f l u AG tion Tradi ned y Ow Locall
Casual family atmosphere Reasonable prices • Senior menu available
ing n n i w d r a Aw sh i F d n a Shrimp lties Specia
Seafood Kitchen
138 West 1st Ave • Gulf Shores • 251-948-7294
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138 West 1st Ave Gulf Shores, AL
251-948-7294
www.Desotosseafoodkitchen.com
Seafood Kitchen SALA SA LA AD D SALADS Dressings: Honey-Mustard, Ranch, Bleu
Lunch L hM Menu
HOME-STYLE LUNCH SPECIALS
(Served with your choice of two side dishes) Saturday & Sunday - Add $1.00
Fried Shrimp - tail less Blackened Catfish Fried Catfish Broiled Flounder Fried Flounder Grilled Chicken Chicken Creole Fried Chicken Tenders Country Fried Steak Hamburger Steak Pork Chops Country Ham Vegetable Plate SANDWICHES
7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99 7.99
(Served with french fries)
Complimentary Ice Tea and Bread Served with All Dine in Lunch Entrees. Add House or Substitute Salad for side dish 1.99 Po-Boy Sandwich 10.99 Cheeseburger 7.99 Crab Cake Po-Boy 11.99 *Monte Cristo Sandwich 8.99
STARTERS Oysters on the Half Shell 1/2 dozen 8.99................1 dozen 16.99 Southern Style Crab Cakes 12.99 Shrimp Remoulade 8.99 Crab, Spinach & Artichoke Dip 9.99 Coconut Shrimp 8.99 Stuffed Mushrooms 8.99 Alligator Bites 8.99 Fried Crab Claws 1/2 lb........17.99 1 lb........29.99 Tuna Dip 9.99 Sweet Potato French Fry Basket 9.99 Fried Green Tomatoes 6.99 GUMBO & SOUP Seafood Gumbo cup....4.75 bowl....6.49 Crab & Shrimp Bisque cup....5.25 bowl....7.99 FRIED SEAFOOD FAVORITES (Served with your choice of two side dishes)
Riviera Salad 7.25 - with pecan chicken tenders 9.99 - with chicken tenders 8.99 - with boiled shrimp 9.99 - with grilled or blackened chicken 8.99 Caesar Salad 7.25 - w/grilled or blackened chicken 8.99 - w/boiled shrimp 9.99 Gumbo & Salad - a cup of Seafood Gumbo and our 7.99 Bisque & Salad 8.50 SEAFOOD FAVORITES (Served with your choice of two side dishes)
Add House or Caesar Salad Substitute Salad for side dish Fried Butterfly Shrimp Fried Oysters Fried Crab Claws *Coconut Shrimp Grilled Shrimp Fried Seafood Platter
3.25 1.99 11.99 14.99 16.99 12.99 11.99 15.99
SEAFOOD PLATTERS
Dinner Menu
Butterfly Shrimp Tail-less Shrimp Bon Secour Oysters Crab Claws Fried Fish of the Day Shrimp & Flounder Shrimp & Oysters Fried Catfish
Cheese, Italian, Thousand Island, French, Low-Fat Ranch, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Balsamic Vinegar, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Sesame Asian, Oil & Vinegar
16.99 14.99 18.99 20.99 17.99 17.99 18.99 15.99
(Served with your choice of two side dishes)
Shrimp Lover’s Platter Fried Seafood Platter Broiled Seafood Platter Creole Platter Caribbean Platter Crab Platter SEAFOOD SPECIALTIES
17.99 18.99 16.99 18.99 18.99 23.99
Stuffed Shrimp Shrimp Scampi Blackened Catfish Coconut Shrimp Grilled Shrimp Shrimp Creole Crawfish Etoufee Crab Cake Dinner STEAMED SEAFOOD
17.99 18.99 17.99 16.99 17.99 17.99 17.99 17.99
(Served with your choice of two side dishes)
(Served with new potatoes & one side)
Snow Crab Legs - 2 lbs. 29.99 Royal Red Shrimp - 1 lb. 28.99 Combo - 1/2 pound Royal Reds & 1 pound Snow Crab 27.99 TONIGHT’S CATCH (Served with your choice of two side dishes) Choose from the following preparation styles:
Fried Catch Blackened Catch Grilled Catch Broiled Catch
17.99 17.99 17.99 17.99
Broiled Seafood Platter 14.99 Stuffed Shrimp 12.99 Mahi-Mahi 11.99 Yellow-Fin Tuna 11.99 Tilapia 9.99 Grouper 12.99 Snow Crab Legs 16.99 Royal Reds - 3/4 lb. 16.99 Combo - 1/2 lb. Each 18.99 Crab Cakes - 2 cakes 13.99 PASTA Fettuccini Alfredo 10.99 - w\grilled or blackened chicken 11.99 - with shrimp or crawfish 13.99 Basil Pesto Pasta - with Roma Tomatoes 10.99 - with grilled chicken 11.99 - with shrimp 13.99 SIDE DISHES Fried Green Tomatoes ~ Green Beans Turnip Greens ~Sweet Potato Casserole Corn Fritters ~ French Fries Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy ~ Fried Okra Au Gratin Potatoes ~ Steamed Veggies Kernel Corn ~ Yellow Rice Black-Eyed Peas ~ Cole Slaw Lima Beans ~ Macaroni & Cheese
New Orleans Catch Mediterranean Catch Caribbean Catch *Pecan Encrusted Catch *Paneed Catch LAND LOVER’S FARE
22.99 22.99 18.99 21.99 22.99
(Served with your choice of two side dishes)
Hawaiian Rib-eye - (12 oz.) 22.99 - add jumbo grilled or fried shrimp add $5.00 Jamaica-Jerk Chicken 15.99 Grilled Chicken Breasts 15.99 Fried Chicken Tenders 15.99 PASTA Fettuccini Alfredo 14.99 - with grilled or blackened chicken 17.99 - with shrimp or crawfish 19.99 Scallops Alfredo 18.99 Shrimp & Pasta Marsala 21.99 Basil-Pesto Pasta 15.99 - with grilled chicken 18.99 - with shrimp 18.99 SIDE DISHES Substitute House or Caesar Salad for a Side Dish - Add $1.99 Sweet Potato Casserole ~ Cole Slaw Baked Potato ~ Steamed Vegetables Yellow Rice ~ French Fries Fried Green Tomatoes
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Aw Wi ar nn d ing Daily i Lunch Specials
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Mon. thru Fri.
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“HOME OF THE ORIGINAL”
Fish River Grill #3
Fish River Grill #2
(Next to Rouses)
(Foley Plaza on Hwy. 59)
251.948.1110
251.952.FISH (3474)
GULF SHORES 1545 Gulf Shores Pkwy.
FOLEY 608 S. McKenzie
Now Open: Fish River Grill by the Bay 19270 Scenic Hwy 98, Fairhope, AL • 251.928.8118 Hours: Monday - Saturday 10:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Gulf Shores Later Hours Spring & Summer
48 Beachin’ ● November 2018
Aw Wi ar nn d ing 1545 Gulf Shores Parkway • Gulf Shores, Alabama (Next to Rouses)
251.948.1110
OMG! SHRIMP FEAST POBOY!!!
CHOSEN IN TOP “100 DISHES TO EAT IN ALABAMA BEFORE YOU DIE” GRILLED or FRIED AUTHENTIC SOUTHERN COOKED SEAFOOD PLATTERS
(Served w/ Fries, Coleslaw, Hushpuppies, Fried Okra, Tartar or Cocktail Sauce & Swamp Soup) Bayou Seafood Platter - Fried Gator, Frog Legs, Shrimp, Oyster, Catfish Seafood Platter - Fried Shrimp, Oyster, Catfish RAW Cajun ls Golden Fried Catfish Platter (U.S. Raised) o t OYS h Pis g Crawrefis in TER th o Fried Select Oyster Platter N ’s The B ! A {Fair Like ‘Em Fried Shrimp Platter - (Approx. 14-15) hope R by th Fried Gator Platter e Ba y
VOTED BEST BURGERS IN BALDWIN COUNTY
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Hurricane Burger • Hillbilly Melt • River Burger • Shroooom Burger Swamp Burger • Bleu Cheese Bacon Burger
REDNECK REUBEN • ALABAMA CHICKEN MELT PoBoys • Chicken • Shrimp • Oysters • Gator • Frog Legs Crawfish Pistols • Catfish • Whitefish • Stuffed Crab ***Cajun Crawfish Pistols Dinner (2) w/ Fries & Slaw*** OMG! Shrimp Feast Po-Boy • Seafood BLT
APPETIZERS ~ SALADS ~ POBOYS & SANDWICHES ~ KIDS MENU DON’T FORGET YOUR SWEET THANG
“Sweet Thang” Signature Dessert! Redneck version of a New Orleans Beignet & Granny’s Apple and Peach Cobbler Rolled in Powdered Sugar. Mmmmm...this “thang” is SOOOOOO good!
BEST BAR PRICES ON THE COAST ~ SWAMP JUICE ~ BUSHWACKER DIXIE DARLIN’ ~ MARDI GRAS MARGARITA
608 S. McKenzie Street (Foley Plaza on Hwy. 59) Foley, Alabama
251.952.FISH (3474)
19270 Scenic Hwy. 98 Fairhope, Alabama
251.928.8118
1545 Gulf Shores Pkwy (Next to Rouses) Gulf Shores, Alabama
251.948.1110
Hours: Monday - Saturday 10:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. • Gulf Shores Later Hours Spring & Summer
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