Life + Culture

A Table With Soul

From South Louisiana traditions to Florida’s coast,Chef Fallon turns heritage,hospitality, and wine into unforgettable gatherings. Article by DCL Magazine | Photography by Emerlad Blue Photography LLC If you ask Chef Fallon Ellender where her story begins, she won’t point to a restaurant kitchen. She’ll take you home—to a family table in South Louisiana, where Cajun and Creole traditions were served alongside stories, laughter, and love. In her grandparents’ and parents’ kitchens, recipes...

Food + Beverage

2 Birds Café

Scratch-made favorites, warm hospitality, and community connection define 2 Birds Café’s exciting new chapter. Article by DCL Magazine | Photography by provided There are places you visit once—and places that quickly become part of your routine. In Miramar Beach, 2 Birds Café has earned a special place in the community by serving scratch-made favorites with genuine hospitality. Since opening in 2017, 2 Birds Café has built its reputation around fresh food, thoughtful hospitality, exceptional...

Food + Beverage

Smoked With Purpose

Founded by nurses and perfected by pitmasters, Trauma Hogs BBQ brings medical precision, Gulf Coast flavor, and championship-level barbecue to every plate. Article by DCL Magazine | Photography by Provided Trauma Hogs BBQ isn't your average barbecue outfit. Its story begins in the ER, where steady hands, quick thinking, and caring for people under pressure became the foundation for something entirely different: slow-smoked, real-deal barbecue. Today, that medical DNA remains at the heart of...

Local Services

The Dream Stay

Where thoughtful hospitality, local expertise,and personal touches turn a Destin getaway into a dream vacation. Article by DCL | Photography by Provided For  Grand Welcome Destin & Miramar Beach , that feeling begins with genuine Southern hospitality and a  boutique approach to vacation rental management . As a family-owned, locally operated company, the team combines personalized service, hands-on property care, and modern technology to create elevated experiences for both homeowners and...

Life + Culture

WHAT COMES NEXT MATTERS

Four decades after arriving in Destin, Tim Creehan returns to his roots—and keeps evolving. Article by Jennifer Creehan | Photography by Eric Mull Photography At Nonna’s Ristorante, Chef Tim Creehan’s past is not preserved behind glass—it is served, shared and reimagined. Family photographs, Italian traditions and warmth in the dining room connect guests to a story that began long before this restaurant opened. After four decades in the kitchen, Creehan is not looking backward. He is using...

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Real Estate

Beach House Dreams. Built Differently.

From the Desk of Brandon Holland, CEO of Affordable HomesWhen people see a massive crane lifting an entire section of a home through the air, they usually stop and watch. It is an impressive sight, but the crane is only one part of a larger shift happening along the Florida Gulf Coast.For many, owning a coastal home feels like an out-of-reach luxury or a logistical nightmare. Between navigating strict building codes, enduring unpredictable weather delays, and managing scattered contractors, the...

Arts + Culture

The Mignot Story Continues

A family's handcrafted jewelry legacy inspired by oceans, adventure, and craftsmanship. Article by Cara Voss | Photography by Eric Mull Photography and Gallery Some family businesses are inherited. Others are lived long before they become a profession. For the Mignot family, jewelry has always been part of everyday life. The story began decades ago when a sailing journey to Tahiti introduced the family to one of the world's earliest pearl farms. That unforgettable experience sparked a passion...

Arts + Culture

Shaping Beauty By Hand

Photographer Eric Mull transforms local wood into handcrafted art, discovering renewed creativity through woodturning while honoring decades behind the camera. Article by Provided | Photography by Eric Mull Photography & Art For nearly four decades, Eric Mull has transformed raw materials into meaningful works of art. Beginning in 1987, he mastered photography by developing film, printing images by hand, and producing award-winning work for clients nationwide. While searching for wood slabs...

Life + Culture

The GLP1 Secret to Looking Your Best

Dr. Svetlana Hanson shares how a thoughtful approach to weight loss can help protect muscle, skin, hair, and confidence. Article by Cara Voss | Photography by Emerald Blue Photography LLC As a Board-Certified Obesity Medicine Specialist , Dr. Svetlana Hanson, MD, brings specialized medical expertise to a field that goes far beyond traditional weight-loss care. Obesity medicine is a distinct medical specialty focused on the comprehensive evaluation and treatment of obesity, including the...

Life + Culture

Where Custom Apparel Becomes Personal

ByTomCat Custom Apparel transforms ideas into meaningful designs, lasting memories, and connections that matter. Article by Cara Voss | Photography by Emerald Blue Photography LLC Every great business begins with a story, and for byTomCat Custom Apparel, that story began almost by chance. As Catherine and Tom prepared for retirement from Civil Service and the Air Force Reserve, they knew they wanted their next chapter to be about more than slowing down. They wanted to continue serving others...