Florida Trend Golden Spoon Winners in South Walton and Destin

Happy New Year! And since healthy eating is on everyone’s mind right now, we thought this would be a great time to announce the South Walton and Destin restaurants that made the 2015 Florida Trend Golden Spoon Winners list.

The annual guide to Florida’s finest dining named four dining hot spots from the Santa Rosa Beach, Miramar Beach and Destin, FL area:

Cuvee Bistro (Destin)– We’re a friend and fan of Chef Tim Creehan, and Cuvee Bistro is a shining example of culinary excellence in Destin. (Newman’s picks: Tim’s take on fried green tomatoes—topped with Warm Brie and Sautéed Crawfish Tails, it’s heavenly. Inspired by Vince Gill, the Grouper Vince is pecan crusted grouper topped with honey Worcestershire sauce and served with mashed Yukon Gold Potato Cake.)

Bud & Alley's (Seaside) – A regular Golden Spoon Winner and favorite gathering place for watching the sunset, Bud & Alley’s has been a local favorite for fresh, innovative cuisine for more than 20 years. (Newman’s picks: sweet potato fries, tuna dip and fresh catch of the day.)

Vin’tij Wine Boutique (Miramar Beach) - This annual Golden Spoon Award winner is a unique bistro that combines a progressive wine program with eclectic cuisine. (Newman’s pick: Any of the daily specials! Or the Oyster Po Boy is a popular stand by.)

Fish Out of Water (WaterColor) - Another regular on the Golden Spoon Award Winner list, Fish Out of Water returns with its focus on fresh and local. Menus change seasonally based on the availability of local seafood and produce. Overlooking the gulf, the setting complements the chef’s eclectic approach to traditional dishes. (Newman’s picks: local arugula salad, shrimp and scallop paella, the homemade Bolognese and the fresh catch.)

So make a point of adding one of these award-winning restaurants to your vacation itinerary. Newman-Dailey has a great selection of premier South Walton and Destin vacation rentals near these eateries so make your reservation online or call one of our friendly vacation specialists at 1-800-225-7652.

Cheers to a delicious 2015!