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FRUIT-FULL MEMORIES

On July’s Gardening story, “Jelly Palm,” a comprehensive guide to growing, harvesting and preparing jelly palm fruit

I love Dooley Berry’s articles in your magazine. But I especially liked her article in the July issue on jelly palms. It brought back wonderful memories from the coastline of Port St. Joe, Florida. We used to pick the palm fruit and sit down overlooking the St. Joseph Bay to eat it. We never made jelly, but sure enjoyed the sweet and tart, luscious fruit.

- Kay Fillingim

THE HOUSE THAT PETE BUILT

On July’s feature, “Simple Pleasures,” about Pete Vallas’ weekend home in Orange Beach

It is impossible for me not to comment after reading the well-written article about Pete Vallas and Mark Davis’ amazing beach retreat! The creative genius of Pete, with Mark’s enthusiastic input, led to a wonderful result. Sherrill’s Landing is a throwback to the way Cotton Bayou used to be. Thank you for your interest and extraordinary focus on local fact and fiction. J.B. and I look forward each month to your fascinating and informative publication. - Diane Horst

Beautiful story and house. - Nini De Lashmet Anderson

What’s not to love? Great article about two of my talented friends. - Katie Kirby HOOK, LINE AND SINKER

On July’s Spotlight, “Wade Away,” about Buddy Russell and his stories of wade fishing

What a great article. I could sit and listen to him talk for days. Thanks for sharing. - Jake Markris

I had many boating adventures and fond memories of fishing with this cool dude. - Nichole Russell Patrick

Great read and guy! - George W. Radcliff

Love this! - Luci McMillan Ladd PICTURE PERFECT

On the photo submissions for our first-ever Best of Mobile Bay photo contest

All are wonderful. - Kathryn D. Watkins

I know you can’t showcase all 400 photos, but I would love to see the others. So breathtaking. - Chenele Chapman

It’s hard to choose just one. Incredible! - Carolyn Kinney Byrne

This is a very tough decision. - Leis Kaiser

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TIME FOR TAILGATING While the weather may still feel like summer, the start of football season means that fall in is in the air. And we’ve found the best tailgate recipes that will give your guests something to cheer about. Go online to see our favorite recipes for game day. INPIRED BY OUR ARTS ISSUE? For an art adventure of your own, go online to see a guide to street art on both sides of the Bay.

PUT A RING ON IT Just engaged? Share your proposal story, and we’ll feature your engagement online. 40 UNDER 40 We are now accepting nominations for the 2023 class of 40 Under 40! This program recognizes the top young leaders making a difference in our community. Do you know someone worthy of this honor? Go online today to submit a nomination. The deadline for admissions is September 16. FEELING CRAFTY Our editorial team has rounded up the most artistic craft cocktails from establishments around town. Go online to discover the best libations our local mixologists have to offer.

BACON-WRAPPED DATES // PHOTO BY ELIZABETH GELINEAU

ABBY ROSE WILSON, CLASS OF 2022 // PHOTO BY MATTHEW COUGHLIN

COCKTAILS AT LAS FLORIDITAS // PHOTO BY ELIZABETH GELINEAU

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