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Savor the flavor of Northeast Florida’s most complete and comprehensive guide to dining out PHOTOS BY DENNIS HO CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: DANIEL A. BROWN, KARA POUND, BRENTLEY STEAD, and CHEF BILL THOMPSON ABOUT THE COVER: The artwork for this week’s Bite by Bite by Cuisine 2016 cover is a painting called In The Grotto by local artist Sebastian Pierre. See more of Pierre’s work at sebastian-pierre.pixels.com.

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BY MARK JUDSON Congresswoman BROWN’S SUPPORTERS speak out about RACISM and COLLUSION in local politics

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FROM THE EDITOR The future is uncertain, but together we can MAKE IT BETTER

ONE FINE DAY A FEW MONTHS FROM NOW, YOU will have the opportunity to alter the course of the future. And no, I’m not talking about the upcoming election.

On Oct. 22, the TEDx Jacksonville Conference will be held at The Florida Theatre where, throughout the day, a diverse lineup of speakers will drop knowledge on what has been a sold-out crowd every year since the conference debuted in 2012.

The daylong conference, themed “Fear Less,” will feature 12 live speakers, eight of whom are women, as well as musical performances, interactive activities, and an Afterglow Party. The laudable list of orators includes philanthropist and Florida Board of Education member Gary Chartrand, AfricanAmerican entrepreneur and multimillionaire Dane Grey, former WNBA president Donna Orender, 17-year-old astrodynamics researcher Amber Yang whose work has earned her recognition by MIT and NASA, and more. Hope McMath, director of The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, will reprise her role as cohost with an assist from Madeline Scales-Taylor, trustee of the Community Foundation of Northeast Florida.

The theme is intended to embrace the reality that fear is humankind’s oldest and strongest motivator. In its best incarnation, fear stops us from engaging in dangerous activities likely to bring us serious harm; in its worst, fear inspires some of the most atrocious human actions. For many, fear is a blanket that we hide beneath rather than pursue our passions, be truthful, or try something new.

Living in 21st-century America, it’s easy to neglect personal growth that doesn’t involve Pokemons, social media connections and mastering the perfect selfie, but people who pursue knowledge and betterment of self throughout their lives tend to be happier, more prosperous and more fulfilled. Highly successful people like Warren Buffet, who plays the ukulele in his spare time — really!, are notorious seekers of knowledge and experiences. Though many are graced with gifts of intellect, judgment and ability, one of the most common differences between truly successful and truly mediocre people is the curiosity and drive to learn and improve, the commitment to the betterment of self.

TEDx will afford attendants the opportunity to continue — or reinvigorate — a lifelong quest to overcome fear, and to learn, grow and evolve into their best selves. Changing your world is often a first step to changing the world.

ON ANOTHER FEAR-RELATED TOPIC, MANY believe that this year’s election cycle has already been dirtier and more divisive than any in our nation’s history. Some people are terrified by the prospect of the government being headed by either the Republican or Democratic candidate for president.

That’s ridiculous. There’s only one candidate whose presidency we should fear: Donald J. Trump. And here’s why.

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Trump has thus far proven that he is a dishonest, self-indulgent egomaniac with poor judgment and an at-best rudimentary understanding of how government functions, at worst utterly inaccurate ideas about the roles of the president, Congress and the Supreme Court. As to international law, his understanding of the Geneva Convention couldn’t fill a thimble. For proof, see his comments concerning torture of terrorists and their families.

And yet he persists, kind of like those Desperate Vapid-Shallow-PrivilegedFamewhore shows for which he would probably be better suited than being president.

(Can’t you just see the “yuge” ratings now?)

By now, liberals have all had a good laugh at the Republican Party’s expense. Admittedly, it has been rather amusing to watch reasonable Republicans cling to the mast as long as they could before fleeing the Trump crazy ship like so many rats.

But now shit is getting real, really real.

Donald Trump is one of two people who will in all likelihood become president. The season for laughter is past.

Just like Pete Seeger, The Byrds and the Hebrew Bible tell us, “To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose.” We have entered the season of regret, perhaps, but it should also be the season of recommitting to our system of government. We must persevere now so that later we can rebuild.

The way things are going, after this election, the Republican Party could cease to exist.

Certainly they’ve done this to themselves with so much demagoguery and hate/fear mongering, but no liberal should rejoice at the prospect of a single-party system.

Realistically, the best option is for the Republican Party to be overhauled from within. There are some very intelligent, tolerant and reasonable people within the Republican Party — this is the party of Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln, after all — so let their voices carry the day instead of whoever just fell out of the whacko tree.

(The Democratic Party could use some changes, too — for one, how would it be possible to give everyone a free college education without raising the holy hell out of taxes or cutting the holy hell out of military, infrastructure and other spending? — but at least we can feel certain their presidential nominee wouldn’t urge Russia to hack the Secretary of State.)

Whether the Republican Party is blown to smithereens, split in two, or rebuilt on more reasonable, tolerant and measured ideas, the next time we vote for a president, it would nice — not to mention better for the nation — if there were two real choices, not one.

Claire Goforth claire@folioweekly.com _____________________________________ For information and tickets to TEDx Jacksonville, visit: floridatheatre.ticketforce.com/ eventperformances.asp?evt=59.

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Lace up and face up! The Tour de Pain returns to test runners with three races in a 24-hour period, including a four-mile beach run, 6:30 p.m. Aug. 5 at SeaWalk Pavilion, Jax Beach, a 5K run, 7 a.m. Aug. 6 at 1st Place Sports, Southside, and Mile Sizzler, 4:30 p.m. Aug. 6 at Hemming Park, Downtown. Participants receive wicking shirts, medals, and are welcome to a post-celebration with free beer, $35; $65 for all three races, 1stplacesports.com.

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STAND BY ME The movie that “made looking for dead bodies fun again,” Rob Reiner’s 1986 Stand By Me may very well be the ultimate ’80s buddy picture. Based on a story by Stephen King, and narrated by Richard Dreyfuss, the ’50s-era coming-of-age flick chronicles four preteen pals (played by River Phoenix, Will Wheaton, Corey Feldman and Jerry O’Connell) who hike across rural Oregon in search of a missing body. Celebrating its 30th anniversary (feel old yet, GenXers?!), Stand By Me is now considered a cinematic classic of friendship, nostalgia, and even loss. 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7 at The Florida Theatre, Downtown, $7.50, floridatheatre.com.

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In celebration of all things “Jerry,” the 21st annual China Cat Sunflower Festival features a patchouli-powered day of drum circles, good vibes, brown acid (we kid!), vendors, and live music by The Ouija Brothers, Dave Hendershott & Friends, Paradoxymoron, and Steve Alvarado.

4:20(natch!)-11 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7, Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum, Springfield, rain.org/~karpeles/jaxfrm.html.

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Oh, Maxwell — the trials and tribulations of being a soul singer stud. Don’t let the pretty face fool you, folks, the Brooklynborn Maxwell was a vital part of the ’90s “neo soul” movement along with D’Angelo, Lauryn Hill and Erykah Badu. At his peak, Maxwell was dominating the charts and selling platinum, then took a years-long hiatus. His latest release, blackSUMMERS’night, puts him back on top.

7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7 with Ro James, TimesUnion Center for the Performing Arts’ Moran Theater, Downtown, $36$132, ticketmaster.com.

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ROB SCHNEIDER In the ’90s, funnyman Rob Schneider was an SNL fave on the strengths of characters like “Tiny Elvis,” “Orgasm Guy,” and “The Richmeister.” On the big screen, Schneider has parlayed his affable, baffled demeanor into popular flicks like Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo, The Hot Chick, and Grown Ups, but in recent years, the Bay Area native is ramping up a return to his roots: the standup stage. 7:30 and 9:45 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5 and Saturday, Aug. 6 at The Comedy Zone, Mandarin, $30-$35, comedyzone.com.

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THE MAIL THE SISTERHOOD OF CHANGE

RE.: “The Enemy Within,” by Claire Goforth, July 20 I AM STRONGLY MOVED BY YOUR ARTICLE. I AM almost 70 and, having been raised in the ’50s and ’60s, I started off my adulthood in that bewildering and forceful time of change from being considered an old maid if we weren’t at least engaged and preferably married by the time we finished college (I married at age 18) to whatever it was that the “sexual revolution” supposedly brought us. Like all of us, I am both a perpetrator and recipient of the female bashing that is so common among us, although in my later years, having realized the damage to me and to my “sisters,” I am trying desperately to avoid inflicting that on others and to catch myself when I do it to myself. I am learning to allow others, men and women, to have their own opinion about me, verbalized or not, without having to believe them or incorporate it into who I really am. That has been a major step in the path toward my own spiritual health but still a very difficult one to grasp. The old messages are so ingrained like weeds with deep roots, they require frequent attention. I believe it’s gone, and then it only resurfaces again, reminding me I am not fully healed.

Thank you for what you have done for all of us. I am deeply grateful.

Julia Suddath via email

TRASHIN’ FOLIO

RE.: “Strip Search,” by Nikki Sanders, July 20 I SAW A PERSON AT A LOCAL DINER PICK UP and toss all your papers in the nearby garbage can. After looking at it myself, I saw no reason to remove them. When a reporter is afraid to use names and facts, as was done in the cover story, the trash or the bottom of a birdcage is appropriate! Clay County needs nothing from Duval, as fucked up as your city is, you could do a lot better looking south and following their lead!

Greg Sawyer via email

DAMN THE NAYSAYERS, HOPE AHEAD RE: “Promises, Promises,” by Marc Kortlander, July 20 MR. KORTLANDER IS OBVIOUSLY NOT OF our generation of Gen. Colin Powell and Sec. Hillary Clinton. Our generation remembers when computers were a novelty. We would not put any e-mail on the Internet that we did not want anyone to see. This is what WWW means, World Wide Web. If something is truly “Top Secret,” there have been telephones since World War II that scramble a message and unscramble it when it is received. Certainly Clinton’s staff had a secure computer to communicate “Top Secret” messages. She did not have to send them herself.

To decide some of her e-mails were classified after the fact is wrong. A “Top Secret” message is identified when it is sent.

According to The Florida Times-Union, 7-23-2016, the national unemployment rate is 5.1 percent and Florida’s rate is 4.9 percent. I personally don’t know anyone who doesn’t have a job that wants one. It may not be the exact job he or she wants but that’s life.

Twenty million more people in this country have health insurance than had it before the Affordable Care Act. I personally do not pay any premium for my Humana Supplemental Insurance to Medicare.

Housing construction is up.

The stock market’s volumes are almost at record levels.

Why would anyone want to change this?

The last surplus in the federal budget was during Bill Clinton’s administration. The best chance for this to happen again is with a Hillary Clinton administration. We must control healthcare costs to ever expect to lower the national debt.

The Affordable Care Act is slowing the increase in healthcare costs.

A surplus in the federal budget means the national debt is coming down.

Bruce Mize via email

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BRICKBATS + BOUQUETS BOUQUETS TO HOLLAND & KNIGHT The law fi rm of Holland & Knight has awarded $69,000 in grants to 28 local community organizations that provide assistance to at-risk children. The donation includes funds contributed by lawyers and staff as part of the Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation, Jacksonville Local Donor Advised Fund. Thanks in part to the firm’s donations, kids with special needs will receive camp scholarships, teens will be able to participate in a personal and professional career development program, young children will have access to a literacy program, and music and arts education will be offered to low-income children.

BRICKBATS TO THE POLICE & FIRE PENSION FUND In a Kafkaesque twist in the seemingly endless dramas involving PFPF, the T-U reported this weekend that by year’s end we, the taxpayers, will have spent an extremely uncool $1.82 million in legal fees defending suits against the fund and the city of Jacksonville for violating public records and meetings law. The best part: The fund (aka we the taxpayers) ultimately lost the suits and wound up paying both sides’ legal fees. And now you want to tax us to pay for your pension, eh?

BOUQUETS TO AMELIA ISLAND SEA TURTLE WATCH After a report surfaced on the Amelia Island Sea Turtle Watch Facebook page that 14 freshly hatched sea turtles had perished after being drawn toward bright lights from the Ocean View neighborhood in Fernandina Beach, activists quickly acted to halt the carnage.

According to posts on the page, within 24 hours, the group’s efforts had led the neighborhood to turn off the offensive — and deadly — lights until the hatching season concludes. Good lookin’ out!

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO DESERVES A BOUQUET? HOW ABOUT A BRICKBAT? Send submissions to mail@folioweekly.com; 50 word maximum, concerning a person, place, or topic of local interest.

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FOLIO VOICES : FIGHTIN’ WORDS When candidates say they AREN’T FOR SALE, it’s because no one’s buying

THE POPULIST

MYTH MERCIFULLY, IT’S AUGUST. THIS MEANS THAT the overheated ads for Republican candidates for offices like Congressional District 4 will be off the air soon.

Those who might have believed the GOP was the limited government party may want to update their almanacs. The GOP has become the party of the tinfoil hat, and this sorry debacle of a primary scrum to replace outgoing Rep. Ander Crenshaw illustrates it.

Speaking of Crenshaw, his political trajectory illustrates quite well what’s happened to the Republican Party. 9/11 set up a paradigmatic shift in rhetoric for the GOP — from business-friendly inclusiveness to the kind of apocalyptic rhetoric needed to sell a pan-Asian war that transcended geographical boundaries and logic.

“We are fighting them over there so that we don’t have to fight them here,” we were told and, to that end, we sunk a trillion dollars and a generation into doomed wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, bombing missions in more than a dozen countries during the Bush/Obama era, and ultimately no material gains.

The early part of that war was funded by a phantom economic boom that was unsustainable. The inevitable deflation of false promises led us, inexorably, into the crash of 2008 and the Troubled Assets Relief Program that Bush launched and Obama followed through on. TARP helped the corporations. As to the actual people: Instead of trickle-down, they got trickled-on, as the old joke goes.

Then 2009 saw the Tea Party emergence, the crazy aunts and uncles from the Republican Party’s attic. You can keep, it turns out, one, or maybe even two, crazy relatives in the attic. But in the GOP, increasingly older and whiter with each election cycle, the ceiling collapsed in the 2016 primaries. All those discordant voices with the tinfoil hats achieved critical mass in the room, eclipsing the business candidates, and giving us the party of Trump as the sole electable alternative to the tender mercies of the Clinton Foundation’s candidate.

As I have despaired occasionally in this space in the last several months, the GOP finally saw its Id component overcome the Superego of the business class. Ander Crenshaw likely saw that coming two years ago, when he faced a surprisingly credible primary challenge from a candidate to his right, one who didn’t even live in the Congressional district.

Now, Crenshaw is gone. The attempted establishment coronation of former Jacksonville Sheriff John Rutherford — the most reasoned voice in the whole field — got some spirited challenges from a motley crew of mountebanks who believe that the way to the nomination is to make the yokels, rubes, hicks and poltroons think you’re one of them.

A common thread among these candidates is the jingoistic pitch, reminiscent of the old Mac Papers ads of the 1980s.

Two candidates working that angle in various ways are Bill McClure and Ed Malin.

McClure, a St. Johns County Commissioner still under an open state investigation for his ownership stake in an alleged pill mill, lent his campaign $100K, the sole output of which thus far has been the “Washington Insider Party” ad you might have seen on TV. It has Rutherford, Hans Tanzler III and Lake Ray hobnobbing with such notables as Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Schumer and Mitch McConnell.

The premise is that the “insiders” want one of these three credible candidates, instead of McClure, who lurks outside the window in a way that looks more like aggravated stalking than anything else.

No one with any sense is giving McClure money. Hence, he’s not an “insider.”

Malin, a nice guy in the conventional sense, is working a “no fundraising” gimmick.

In his TV ad, Malin can’t be bothered to tuck in his shirt or even button it — such a proletarian touch — as he says he won’t accept donations because they’re “bribes.”

Left unsaid is that there wasn’t exactly a line out the door of Angie’s Subs ready to give Malin hundreds of thousands of dollars.

These guys aren’t registering in polls; they’re “nuisance candidates” who can’t win, but muddy the waters of figuring out who might.

Of course, there is a candidate who’s fundraising but is still working the populist shtick: the aforementioned multimillionaire lawyer Hans “Rawhide” Tanzler, the son of Jacksonville’s first post-consolidation mayor, who introduced himself to voters with preposterous ads showing him on horseback, brandishing a rifle, and saying crap like “Mr. Obama … I’ve got one message from We the People: Get out of our town” and “on the ranch, we learn important lessons, like ‘we don’t eat our seed corn’ and ‘we don’t smoke marijuana in Muskogee.’” (OK — he doesn’t actually say the second quote. But you get the picture.)

It’s so much BS, it might just work. Hans Tanzler’s done nothing but go up in the polls with his ads. He could beat John Rutherford by working the faux-populist shtick at the same time he’s fundraising like the establishment guy that he is.

We get the candidates we deserve. If this sloppy anti-intellectual crap didn’t work, candidates wouldn’t use it. And as the GOP gets older, grayer and more incontinent, it’s going to get worse from here.

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FOLIO COMMUNITY : NEWS

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OVER THE LAST SEVERAL MONTHS, MEDIA coverage about U.S. Rep. Corrine Brown has focused on her recent indictments for fraud.

Perception of Brown might seem poor, but after 23 years in Congress, Brown has a strong base of support despite the legal mess in which she’s currently embroiled. And many of those supporters are crying foul and suggesting a larger conspiracy is at play.

Currently, Brown faces 22 federal charges stemming from her alleged involvement with Virginia-based charity One Door for Education.

The federal indictment states that the charity took in more than $800,000 over a period of four years, of which only $1,200 was given to charitable causes.

Carla Wiley, the charity’s president, has had similar fraud charges brought against her, to which she pleaded guilty. Sentencing in Wiley’s case has been postponed as she continues to work with federal officials.

With Wiley’s cooperation, federal authorities have mounted formal criminal charges stating that Brown was the other party involved in the scam.

These accusations, according to several of Brown’s sympathizers, have been fabricated to prevent her re-election this fall.

Denise Hunt, an avid local activist and social commentator, believes the charges are a political and racial attack on Brown.

“I think the allegations are questionable,” said Hunt. “Really, what I think is that there’s a witch hunt. I think that the focus of [the FBI] and the Justice Department for [the indictment] is farreaching and … politically motivated.”

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When asked who would be politically motivated to make such a ploy to get rid of Brown, Hunt points out that Brown is a powerful, AfricanAmerican member of Congress.

“I think it’s being fabricated by a lot of white people who don’t want to see her re-elected because of the power that she’s going to have once she is elected,” said Hunt.

In the state’s history, Brown is only one of seven African-Americans to represent Florida at the congressional level. Throughout her career, Brown has been a strong advocate for local minorities. This, according to Hunt, makes her a political target.

“There’s an attempt to get her out of [office] and it’s really white supremacy,” Hunt said. “It really brought out the white supremacy in this city. You get to see the racial undercurrents.”

Hunt admits that she’s not sure if Brown or her chief of staff Elias “Ronnie” Simmons are guilty or innocent, but argues they still deserve due process of law under the 14th Amendment, which protects accused citizens from being deprived of their rights or privileges without legal process.

This right to due process is what, Hunt claims, Brown’s supporters are demanding.

Cece Grays, who goes to church with Brown and is a member of the New Jim Crow Movement, also believes the charges leveled against the Congresswoman are rooted in politics. She, however, blames State Attorney Angela Corey.

“Black women are targeted by the government and they are targeted by Corey,” said Grays. She believes Corey’s history of seeking harsh sentences against African-

Congresswoman Brown’s supporters speak out about RACISM and COLLUSION in local politics Americans exposes her racism and bias toward a black woman in Congress.

Grays discussed a movement within the local African-American community to have Corey voted out of office. This, according to Grays, was the motivation for a political attack to bring down Brown, an advocate for the community intent on ousting Corey.

In addition to Corey’s alleged role, Grays believes Simmons had knowledge of the charity’s fraudulent purpose and withheld the information from Brown. Simmons has also been indicted in the case.

“He’s trying to pin it on her,” said Grays.

When asked about Brown soliciting donations for the charity, Grays said she believes Brown was involved with that charity, but “didn’t know the money was bad.” She believes Brown placed trust in the wrong people while she herself had “every intention to do the right thing.”

Like Hunt, Grays wants to raise awareness of Brown’s case and her right to due legal process, something Grays believes she is being denied.

In an effort to open community discussion on the issue, Grays has started the Facebook group “Free Representative Corrine Brown.” The group has nearly 1,200 members at press time.

Another member of Brown’s church, Rasul Pough, holds the same opinion that Brown’s charges are rooted in a racist political system targeting African-American representatives.

“Black politicians are constantly under scrutiny,” Pough said. He cites this as a reason for the lack of African-American representation in state and national offices. Instead, they’ve been represented by politicians who have no concern for poverty, educational funding gaps faced in many minority neighborhoods and other issues affecting the community.

“It’s not a level playing field and that’s why Brown has been fighting for the cause of AfricanAmericans and she struggles,” Pough continued.

Pough likened the case against Brown to that of a witch hunt, by multiple state and federal authorities, including Corey.

Grassroots efforts and calls to remove Corey by the African-American community have been noticed by Corey’s campaign workers, according to Pough, and consequently, they’ve focused on removing Brown.

Dr. Juan Gray, board chairman of the Jacksonville Chapter of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC), a civil rights advocacy organization, believes Brown made mistakes, but believes she isn’t the only one.

Dr. Gray acknowledges that the case against Brown falls outside the purview of the SCLC, which he says monitors and combats racial inequalities, economic inequalities and violence.

However, Dr. Gray believes there is systemic fraud and corruption within the Jacksonville political community. These issues cross racial and political lines, but each of the issues still play a central role in how allegations, such as those against Brown, are handled, he says.

Like others, Dr. Gray notes that Brown’s indictment comes weeks before she faces a tough primary hurdle in her bid for re-election, which he believes was done intentionally by political forces trying to take her long-held seat

in Congress. Ultimately, he says, the remaining racial tensions in Jacksonville politics are coming to play in the case.

Despite this, Dr. Gray questions Brown’s accomplishments for the community. He believes she has failed constituents in Northwest Jacksonville and the Southside Boulevard corridor. Dr. Gray also anticipates authorities finding more improperly used funds in the case than the originally quoted $800,000.

On Aug. 30, Brown will attempt to once again secure the Democratic nomination for Florida’s 5th Congressional District.

Will the allegations hurt her chances of re-election?

Neil Henrichsen, Duval County Democratic Executive Committee chair, wasn’t certain to what extent the indictment would touch Brown’s re-election campaign.

But he said the local party hopes that she will maintain her seat because it not only “benefits Democrats, but also Duval County.”

According to Henrichsen, Brown, as a Jacksonville native, knows the issues the county faces. And while he expressed disappointment about the situation from both his and the party’s points of view, Henrichsen firmly maintains that the seat will not be lost to a conservative candidate.

“There’s no chance a Republican will win the seat,” said Henrichsen. “Not with their antimiddle class and anti-working class policies.”

Henrichsen, an attorney, said he doesn’t know if Brown is guilty, but he has full confidence in the judicial system to arrive at the correct conclusion.

Brown’s supporters have even more confidence in her ability to be re-elected.

“I don’t think black people give a damn about all that,” said Hunt, referring to the charges against Brown. She believes the AfricanAmerican community has become accustomed to their representatives being attacked politically.

For this reason, she thinks voters will look past the allegations and re-elect Brown.

Grays also believes the community of supporters Brown has amassed over her decades in office will carry her to re-election.

“True followers of [Brown] will continue to follow her,” said Grays. “Those who just follow to do so then, yeah, they might not support her, but those people never really believed in her to begin with.”

The calendar might also assist Brown’s reelection effort. Last week the trial, originally scheduled for Sept. 6, was postponed until October. Carla Wiley’s sentencing has been scheduled for Dec. 12. So when Democrats vote in the Aug. 30 primary, they will do so without hearing whatever comes out at trial — for better or for worse.

If Brown is able to win the party’s nomination, she will still face criminal charges while campaigning for the general election in a newly redrawn district considered more conservative and less diverse than her previous district lines. Time — and the voters — will tell what impact, if any, these developments will have on the continuing political career of Congresswoman Corrine Brown.

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TASTE THE ICONS OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA

What do a high school principal, a fire chief, a diplomat and a spy have in common?

No, they’re not characters in a John le Carré novel; they’re all local icons who have been bestowed the title of Great Floridian. (Respectively, William Henderson Peck, Fernandina Beach; Richard Reid Wagner, Green Cove Springs; James Weldon Johnson, Jacksonville and Frances Kirby Smith, St. Augustine.)

A lot has changed in the roughly five-and-a-half centuries since Europeans began flocking to the tropical lands with air so thick and sweet, you can taste it. As the population has grown and settled in – thanks, Willis Carrier! (GTS, lads and lasses, G.T.S.) – we’ve developed a uniquely Northeast Floridian cultural palate that has inspired dozens of distinctly local, delectable culinary creations.

Here among the list of restaurants grouped by cuisine to serve as your road map to fulfillment of even the smallest pang or the biggest craving, we’ve highlighted several of the most iconic morsels in the area. Some are newcomers; others were around long before anyone heard of Cowford or Isaiah D. Hart. (What do you mean, who’s Isaiah Hart? Has Google usurped high school social studies?)

At any rate, if you haven’t tried them all – you’re missing out. So turn the pages, read the stories and listings, and discover riches beyond your wildest (culinary) dreams.

BARBECUE RESTAURANTS & STEAKHOUSES

THE BEARDED PIG SOUTHERN BBQ & BEER GARDEN

1224 Kings Ave., San Marco, 619-2247, thebeardedpigbbq.com This new-ish barbecue joint offers Southern style BBQ, like brisket, pork, chicken, sausage, beef – and veggie platters, too. $$ BW K TO Daily

BONO’S PIT BAR-B-Q

8011 Merrill Rd., Ste. 23, Arlington, 743-3727 3303 San Pablo Rd. S., Intracoastal, 223-1391 1266 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 249-8704 1275 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 270-2666 2420 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 794-9424 4907 Beach Blvd., San Marco, 398-4248 10065 Skinner Lake Dr., Southside, 998-1997 10645 Philips Hwy., Southside, 886-2801 5711 Bowden Rd., Southside, 448-5395 5903 Norwood Ave., Northside, 765-1817 100 Bartram Oaks Walk, Fruit Cove, 287-7710 12620 Bartram Park Blvd., Mandarin, 652-2989 9820 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 268-2666 1765 Town Center Blvd., Eagle Harbor, 269-8870 731 Duval Station Rd., Northside, 551-4241 5229 Jammes Rd., Westside, 900-3259 2640 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 211, Middleburg, 282-4288 705 S. Lane Ave., Westside, 783-1404, bonosbarbq.com Bono’s has been slow-cooking all manner of meats, and serving them with tangy sauces, for more than 60 years. Folio Weekly Magazine readers have repeatedly picked Bono’s as their favorite barbecue joint in our annual Best of Jax poll, with baby back ribs, barbecue salad and chicken breast sandwiches among the faves. $ FB K TO L D Daily

COTTEN’S BAR-B-QUE

2048 Rogero Rd., Arlington, 743-1233 Fred Cotten Jr. has been offering his pit-cooked barbecue for more than 29 years. His legendary sauces are made in-house

BITE by BITE Listing Key Average Entrée Cost: $ = Less than $10 $$ = $10- $20 $$$ = $20- $35 $$$$ = $35 & up

BW = Beer/Wine FB = Full Bar K = Kids’ Menu TO = Take Out B = Breakfast • R = Brunch Bite Club = Hosted FREE L = Lunch • D = Dinner FW Bite Club. fwbiteclub.com F = FW Distribution Spot

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from original recipes. Cotten’s moderately priced selections are served in a casual atmosphere. $ K TO L D Mon.-Sat.

CROSS CREEK

850 S. Lane Ave., Westside, 783-9579, crosscreeksteakhouse.com The casual place has steaks, ribs, burgers, Mayport shrimp, sandwiches, and combos and from the pit: brisket, chicken, pork, turkey and “burnt ends” (our favorite!). $$ FB L D Daily

GATORS BBQ

8083 Baymar St., Westside, 683-4941, gatorsbbq.net It’s the good kind of gator – this spot serves award-winning barbecue pork, chicken, ribs, turkey and sausage. $ BW K TO L D Mon.-Sat.

HARMONIOUS MONKS

320 First St. N., Jax Beach, 372-0815, harmoniousmonks.net The American-style steakhouse offers a 9-oz. choice Angus center-cut filet with gorgonzola shiitake mushroom sauce, 8-oz. gourmet burgers, fall-off-the-bone ribs, wraps and sandwiches. $$ FB K L D Mon.-Sat.

JACK’S BBQ

691 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 460-8100 It’s lured regulars and locals in for more than six decades.

The bait? A real pit barbecue, a Tiki bar, a large wood deck, a stage and a small swimming pool. $ FB TO L D Daily

JENKINS QUALITY BARBECUE

2025 Emerson St., Lakewood, 346-3770 830 N. Pearl St., Downtown, 353-6388 5945 New Kings Rd., Northside, 765-8515, jenkinsqualitybarbecue.com For nearly 60 years now, family-owned Jenkins has served some great down-home barbecue. Slather sauce on a whole chicken or a basket of crinkle-cut fries. All three Jenkins restaurants have a convenient drive-thru. $ TO L D Daily

MILLHOUSE STEAKHOUSE

1341 Airport Rd., Northside, 741-8722, millhousesteakhouse.com The locally-owned-and-operated steakhouse features choice steaks from the signature broiler, seafood, pasta, Millhouse gorgonzola, and homemade desserts. $$$ FB K D Nightly

MOJO BAR-B-QUE

1607 University Blvd. W., San Jose, 732-7200

MOJO OLD CITY BBQ

5 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 342-5264

MOJO SMOKEHOUSE

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1810 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 8, Fleming Island, 264-0636

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MOJO KITCHEN BBQ PIT & BLUES BAR

1500 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 247-6636, mojobbq.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner The barbecue joints, now all over the area, offer pulled pork and Carolina-style barbecue along with chicken-fried steak and Delta fried catfish. A full bottled beer selection and a full bar are available. Avondale’s Mojo No. 4 also has shrimp & grits and specialty cocktails. $$ FB K TO B L D Daily

MONROE’S SMOKEHOUSE BAR-B-Q

4838 Highway Ave., Westside, 389-5551 10771 Beach Blvd., Southside, 996-7900, monroessmokehousebbq.com Monroe’s in-demand smoked meats include wings, pulled pork, brisket, turkey and ribs. Homestyle sides include green beans, baked beans, mac-n-cheese and collards. $$ K TO L Mon.-Sat.; D Fri.

THE PIG BAR-B-Q

450102 S.R. 200, Callahan, 879-0101 14985 Old St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 108, 374-0393 1330 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 170, 213-9744 9760 Lem Turner Rd., 765-4336 5456 Normandy Blvd., 783-1606, thepigbarbq.com The popular fourth-generation barbecue place has been family-owned for 60-plus years, serving all manner of barbecued meats and sides. The signature item is mustardbased “pig sauce.” $ BW K TO B, L D Daily

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE

1201 Riverplace Blvd., Southbank, 396-6200 814 A1A, Ste. 103, Ponte Vedra, 285-0014, ruthschris.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner A consistent Best of Jax winner for Best Steaks, Ruth’s Chris serves Midwestern custom-aged U.S. prime beef, cooked in 1,800° F broilers. Fresh seafood, live Maine lobster and an extensive selection of wines are also on the menu. Reservations suggested. $$$$ FB D Nightly

SONNY’S REAL PIT BAR-B-Q

1720 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 824-3220 2720 S.R. 16, St. Augustine, 824-3315 12485 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 288-7928 1976 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 272-4606 1923 S. Lane Ave., Westside, 786-0081 4434 Blanding Blvd., Westside, 777-0730 5097 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 737-4906 12719 Atlantic Blvd., Arlington, 220-9499 10840 Harts Rd., Northside, 751-4225, sonnysbbq.com For more than 30 years, Sonny’s has been a Northeast Florida favorite. Beef, pork, chicken and ribs are cooked in a wood-

fired pit, and sides include Vidalia onion rings, corn nuggets, potato salad, barbecue beans and coleslaw. AYCE specials daily. $ BW K TO L D Daily

STICKY FINGERS

13150 City Station Dr., Northside, 309-7427 8129 Point Meadows Way, 493-7427, stickyfingers.com A true Memphis-style smokehouse, Sticky Fingers slowsmokes meats over aged hickory wood. Selections include award-winning ribs, barbecue and rotisserie-smoked chicken.

HH weekdays. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

TED’S MONTANA GRILL

10281 Midtown Pkwy., Southside, 998-0010 8635 Blanding Blvd., Westside, 771-1964, tedsmontanagrill.com Modern classic comfort food features fine cuts of bison: signature steaks, award-winning gourmet burgers served in a sophisticated atmosphere. Chef-inspired items include crab cakes, cedar-plank salmon, fresh vegetables, desserts. Private label Bison Ridge wines served. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily

TEXAS ROADHOUSE

550 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 213-1000, texasroadhouse.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Your server doesn’t look like Patrick Swayze, but after you dig into the steaks, ribs, seafood and chops, you won’t care. The atmosphere’s casual and family-friendly. Daily specials are featured, and there’s a daily HH, ice-cold beer and legendary margaritas. $ FB L D Daily

III FORKS PRIME STEAKHOUSE

9822 Tapestry Park Cir., Ste. 111, 928-9277, iiiforks.com III Forks offers a contemporary evolution of the classic steakhouse, updated with a menu featuring USDA prime beef, seafood and local favorites. More than 1,500 wines. Dine indoors or on the patio. $$$$ FB K D Mon.-Sat.

WOODY’S BAR-B-Q

8206 Philips Hwy., Ste. 25, Southside, 265-0066 5930 Powers Ave., Lakewood, 739-7427 1638 University Blvd. S., Southside, 721-8836 8540 Argyle Forest Blvd., Argyle, 772-7675 226 Solana Rd., Ste. 1, Palm Valley, 280-1110 1301 N. Orange Ave., Green Cove Springs, 284-1014 474323 S.R. 200, Yulee, 206-4046, woodys.com The regional favorite offers barbecue plates, barbecue salads and popular pulled pork sandwiches. Along with lunch and dinner specials, there are several AYCE specials. A seniors’ discount is available at some locations. $ BW K TO L D Daily

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full-color Fionn MacCool’s calendar – we know it’s August, but we just can’t get past March! Ahh … there’s always next year. $ FB K L D Daily

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BRITISH & IRISH CUISINE ANN O’MALLEY’S DELI & PUB

23 Orange St., St. Augustine, 825-4040, annomalleys.com Across from Old City Gates, the pub has a casual menu of soups, salads and sandwiches – favorites include the Reuben and chicken salad. Dine inside or on the porch. Irish beers on tap. $ BW K L D Daily

BARLEY REPUBLIC IRISH PUBLIC HOUSE & RESTAURANT

48 Spanish St., St. Augustine, 547-2023, barleyrepublicph.com The Irish bar and pub serves burgers and sandwiches plus Irish faves, like fish & chips and bangers & mash. More than 70 beers and wines are served, including 10 on draft daily. Dine indoors or out on the deck. $$ BW K L D Daily

THE BRITISH PUB

213 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 810-5111 The pub offers darts and serves ale, beer and wine, as well as traditional meat pies, Cornish pasties and sausage rolls.

Authentic British food and candies available at the shop within. $$ FB D Nightly

CULHANE’S IRISH PUBLIC HOUSE

967 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 249-9595, culhanesirishpub.com Bite Club certified An upscale Irish pub and restaurant owned and managed by four sisters from County Limerick, Ireland. The menu includes favorites like shepherd’s pie and corned beef, and the gastropub menu reaches new culinary heights. $$ FB K R Sat. & Sun.; L Fri.-Sun.; D Tue.-Sun.

DONOVAN’S IRISH PUB

7440 U.S. 1 N., Ste. 108, St. Augustine, 829-0000, donovansirishpub.com The spot features a mix of classic Irish entrées and traditional American dinners, plus appetizers and pub grub, Irish beers and whiskeys. $$ FB K L D Daily

FIONN MacCOOL’S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT

Jax Landing, Ste. 176, 2 Independent Dr., 374-1547, fionnmacs.com The popular pub offers casual dining with an uptown Irish atmosphere, serving fish and chips, Guinness lamb stew and black-and-tan brownies. Be sure to pick up a nifty

THE KING’S HEAD BRITISH PUB

6460 U.S. 1 N., St. Augustine, 823-9787, kingsheadbritishpub.com Owner Ann Dyke and her family serve British draught beers and cider in 20-ounce Imperial pints in an authentic pub.

Cornish pasties, and fish & chips. North of the airport; look for the red double-decker bus in front. $$ FB K L D Daily

LYNCH’S IRISH PUB

514 N. First St., Jax Beach, 249-5181, lynchirishpub.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner A Beaches landmark, the popular pub has corned beef & cabbage, shepherd’s pie, and fish & chips. There’s a vast selection of imported and domestic draft beers on tap. $$ FB TO L D Daily

MEEHAN’S IRISH PUB & SEAFOOD HOUSE

20 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, 810-1923, meehansirishpub.com The pub, just south of the old fort, has burgers, traditional pub fare, seafood and a raw bar, along with signature dishes including steak O’Shay’s, Dubliner chicken and Irish Benedict. $$$ FB K Daily

MULLIGANS PUB

45 PGA Tour Blvd., Ponte Vedra, 285-1506, mulliganspubpontevedra.com The Irish pub, at Hilton Garden Inn, offers a variety of favorites and Irish dishes. And Guinness, of course! $$ FB B L D Daily

O’LOUGHLIN PUB

6975 A1A S., St. Augustine, 429-9715 The family-owned-and-operated Irish pub and restaurant serves authentic itemsÚ fish & chips, shepherd’s pie, corned beef & cabbage and bangers & mash. Duck wings are a fave. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

CAFÉS, DELIS & SANDWICH SPOTS

AKEL’S DELICATESSEN

50 N. Laura St., Ste. 125, Downtown, 446-3119 21 W. Church St., Downtown, 665-7324 12926 Gran Bay Pkwy. W., Mandarin, 880-2008 245 Riverside Ave., Ste. 195, 791-3336, akelsdeli.com The New York-style deli offers freshly made fare – create from the extensive menu, or order a specialty sandwich: subs (Three Wise Guys, Champ, The Godfather), burgers, gyros, wraps, sides, desserts, vegetarian dishes, full breakfast menu, and signature salad dressings. $ K TO B L Mon.-Fri.

BITE BY BITE: culinary icons of northeast florida

TASTES LIKE CHICKEN FRIED

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ac Brown might’ve been singing about Northeast Florida when he crooned, “You know I like my chicken fried.” There’s a lot of fried chicken browning in skillets and bubbling in fryers all over the land, but where is the best?

The first thing to do with fried chicken: Separate it into two categories. The first is fast-casual, including chicken fingers, fried chicken sandwiches, all the skinless, boneless varieties that pose as the real thing. For me, the best in this class is at Maple Street Biscuit Company. The chicken always arrives hot and juicy, and wellseasoned. The biscuits are flakey, tender and delicious. The next best in this group — well, definitely a step down, is Chick-fil-A. I know it’s fast food, but it’s a bit better than the unknown “meat” at the burger places.

Third is Zaxby’s chicken, fairly reliable, and very convenient.

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Now for the real stuff. I’m talking old-fashioned chicken parts, not fingers of filets, but recognizable pieces of an actual chicken. The best is the oldest in town: Beach Road Chicken Dinners on Atlantic Boulevard. The chicken is hot, crispy, juicy and crazy delicious. Metro Diners’ Chicken & Waffles is quite special as well, and The Potter’s House Soul Food Bistro poultry has many fans. There are two really good versions on Amelia Island: The first is at Gilbert’s Underground Kitchen – believe me, it’s outstanding. Next is available during T-Ray’s Burger Station’s Wednesday lunch special. That chicken is definitely worth the trip. Third Nassau County fried chicken must-have? It’s out on S.R. 200; my older daughter may as well be a promoter for Callahan Barbecue’s fried chicken — she swears it’s the best around.

It’s down home fare in abundance, served up by the friendly folks at Whitey’s Fish Camp in Fleming Island.

ANCIENT CITY SUBS

HOT SHOT BAKERY & CAFE

ARDEN’S KAFÉ & KATERING

JASON’S DELI

BAGEL LOVE

KITCHEN KETTLE DELI

8060 Philips Hwy., Ste. 207, Baymeadows, 446-9988, ancientcitysubs.com Locally-owned-and-operated by Andy and Rhonna Rockwell, this clean, St. Augustine-themed sandwich shop serves gourmet subs – toasted, pressed or cold – and salads. $ K TO L D Mon.-Fri.; L Sat. 4555 St. Johns Ave., Ste. 3, Ortega, 240-1404, ardens-kafe-and-katering.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner From gourmet to Cajun, Chef Arden deSaussure can create it, using local seafood, veggies and meats. $$ TO B Sat.; L Sun.-Fri. 4114 Herschel St., Ste. 121, Avondale, 634-7253, bagellovejax.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner The locally-owned-and-operated spot offers Northern-style bagels, a variety of cream cheeses, sandwiches, wraps, subs and bakery items, as well as freshsqueezed lemonade, coffees and teas. $ K TO B L Daily

BRIGHT MORNINGS BISTRO & CAFE

105 Third St. S., Fernandina, 491-1771, brightmorningscafe.com The café, behind Amelia SanJon Gallery, has breakfast sandwiches, bowls, burgers, lunches, sandwiches. Indoor/ outdoor dining; dog-friendly backyard. $ TO B R L Thur.-Tue.

THE CUMMER CAFÉ

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave., 356-6857, cummer.org 2015 Best of Jax Winner Light lunch, quick bites, locally roasted coffee, espresso-based beverages, homemade soups, sandwiches, gourmet desserts, daily specials. Dine indoors or in the museum’s gardens. $ BW K L D Tue.; L Wed.-Sun.

CAFÉ EXPRESS

1706 Southside Blvd., Arlington, 724-3997, cafeexpress.us The cozy café offers hot and cold sandwiches as well as breakfast dishes. The homemade potato chips are a specialty. $ TO B L Mon.-Sat.

CAFÉ KARIBO

27 N. Third St., Fernandina, 277-5269, cafekaribo.com In a historic building, family-owned café serves worldly fare, including made-from-scratch dressings, sauces and desserts, in support of local purveyors and sourcing fresh greens, veggies and seafood. Dine inside or al fresco under an oakshaded patio. Microbrew Karibrew Pub offers beer brewed onsite, imports, full bar. $$ FB K TO R, Sun.; L Daily, D Tue.-Sun. in season

CHAMBLIN’S UPTOWN

215 N. Laura St., Downtown, 674-0870, chamblinbookmine.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Breakfast sandwiches made with fresh Healthy Bagel bagels and croissants, unique lunch wraps, homemade soups, salads, desserts, weekly specials.

Vegan/vegetarian fare, too. $ BW TO B L Daily

CLARA’S TIDBITS RESTAURANT

47 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 417-0388 8 Granada St., St. Augustine, 824-7898, hotshotbakery.com Freshly baked items, coffees and handcrafted breakfast and lunch sandwiches as well as Datil B. Good hot sauces and Datil pepper products. $ BW TO Cordova open daily; TO Granada Mon.-Sat. 4375 Southside Blvd., Ste. 15, 620-0707, jasonsdeli.com Fresh deli sandwiches, soups, salads and super spuds.

The signature sandwich is a New Orleans-style muffalatta sandwich. There’s also a salad bar with more than 33 choices and free ice cream. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily 4251 Lenox Ave., Ste. 7, Westside, 387-8400 Sporting Western-themed décor, the small, family-owned business serves homestyle favorites, daily specials including chicken salad, burgers and potato salad. $ TO L Mon.-Fri.

LITTLE JOE’S CAFÉ

245 Riverside Ave., Ste. 195, 791-3336 The riverview café in Raymond James Building serves breakfast and lunch in a casual atmosphere. Fresh soups, salads and signature salad dressings round out the New Yorkstyle deli experience. $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.

OLIO MARKET

301 E. Bay St., Downtown, 356-7100, oliomarket.com Made-from-scratch soups, salads and sandwiches. They even cure their own bacon and pickle their own pickles. It’s home to the duck grilled cheese, seen on Travel Channel’s Best Sandwich in America. Open late for First Wednesday Art Walk. $$ BW TO B R L Mon.-Fri; D Fri.-Sat.

THE ORIGINAL CAFÉ ELEVEN

501 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 460-9311, originalcafe11.com The former convenience store serves coffee drinks, vegetarian meals and meaty Southern comfort dishes. $ FB B L D Daily

PINEGROVE MEAT MARKET & DELI

1511 Pine Grove Ave., Avondale, 389-8655, pinegrovemarket.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner For more than 40 years, the market has been serving hearty breakfasts and lunches featuring Cuban sandwiches, burgers, subs, wraps and homemade chicken salad in a family atmosphere. The onsite butcher shop sells USDA choice prime aged beef cut to order.

Craft beers. Fish fry Fri. and Sat. $ BW TO B L D Mon.-Sat.

POINTE RESTAURANT

98 S. Fletcher Ave., Amelia Island, 277-4851, elizabethpointelodge.com The restaurant within the award-winning inn Elizabeth Pointe Lodge offers elegant seaside dining, open to the public. Dine indoors or outside. There’s a hot buffet breakfast daily and a full lunch menu. Homestyle soups, specialty sandwiches, salads, desserts, wines and beers. $$$ BW K B L Daily

THE SECRET GARDEN CAFÉ

1076 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 396-0528, tidbitsfood.com For 25-plus years, , this spot has specialized in good food served in a friendly atmosphere, with popular lunch items like chicken salad and unique avocado sandwiches. Delivery available. $ TO L Mon.-Fri.

10095 Beach Blvd., Ste. 600, Southside, 645-0859, secretgardencafe.net The café serves homestyle breakfast and lunch in a gothic garden setting. Southern comfort creations include eggs Benedict, fried green tomatoes, meatloaf and made-fromscratch desserts. Local art is displayed. $$ BW K TO B L Daily

COOL MOOSE CAFE & BISTRO

SNACSHACK

2708 Park St., Riverside, 381-4242, coolmoosecafe.net The New England-style café has a full breakfast menu, classic sandwiches, wraps and soups, and brunch all day Sunday.

Beer, wine and an extensive gourmet coffee selection are available. $$ BW B L Tue.-Sat.; R Sun.

DIANE’S NEW DAWN MARKET

179 College Dr., Ste. 19, Orange Park, 682-7622, snacshack.menu The bakery and café offers bagels, muffins, breads, cookies, brownies and snack treats. $$ K BW TO B, L D Daily

SUN DELI

110 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 824-1337, dianesnaturalmarket.com The cafe in the health food store serves everything made-toorder using organic ingredients. Sandwiches include avocado, peanut butter with honey, falafel, hummus, tofu salad and a veggie burger. Smoothies, fresh juices. $$ TO L Mon.-Sat.

1011 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 270-1040, sundelisubs.com Traditional Reubens, triple-decker and chicken club, buildyour-own from corned beef, salami, pastrami, turkey and liverwurst. Signature subs are Radical Side (tuna salad, egg salad, American cheese, lettuce, tomato) or 9.0 (Philly-style steak, American cheese, bacon, pepperoni, blackened seasoning). $ TO L Mon.-Sat.

FIRST COAST DELI & GRILL

SURFWICHES SANDWICH SHOP

6082 St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 733-7477 Traditional diner fare: oversized pancakes and bacon, sandwiches, salads, wings and burgers. $ K TO B L Daily

14286 Beach Blvd., Ste. 29, Intracoastal, 559-5301

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BURRITO GALLERY & BAR

21 E. Adams St., Downtown, 598-2922, burritogallery.com

BURRITO GALLERY EXPRESS

1333 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 242-8226

<<< FROM PREVIOUS 1537 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 241-6996, surfwiches.com The craft sandwich shops are now mainstays in Jax Beach and Intracoastal West areas, boasting Yankee-style steak sandwiches and hoagies. All sandwiches are made to order. $ BW TO K L D Daily

UPTOWN KITCHEN & BAR

1303 Main St. N., Springfield, 355-0734, uptownmarketjax.com Bite Club certified In the 1300 Building at the corner of Third and Main. The kitchen has fresh quality fare created with the same élan that rules at Burrito Gallery. Innovative breakfast, lunch and dinner farm-to-table selections and creative daily specials. $$ BW TO B L Daily

VILLAGE BREAD CAFE

Jax Landing, Ste. 130, 2 Independent Dr., 683-7244 10111 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 262-0740 5215 Philips Hwy., Southside, 732-2261, villagebreadcafe.com These locally owned restaurants offer breakfast (featuring a variety of bagels and omelets), and lunch (featuring sandwiches on homestyle bread, big salads, pizzas and pastries). $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.

WHITEWAY DELICATESSEN

1237 King St., Riverside, 389-0355 The deli sets the bar high with an extensive sandwich selection, including some items you’d be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. It’s also a good spot to catch current and former politicos talking about the city’s future over tabouli or ham sandwiches. $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.

CASUAL SPOTS & JOINTS ADAMS SANDWICH SHOPPE

6071 St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 739-3171 The cozy spot has been serving a variety of breakfast and lunch items for 10 years. There’s a wide selection of bottled sodas. $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.

ANDY’S FARMERS MARKET GRILL

1810 W. Beaver St., Northside, 354-2821, jaxfarmersmarket.com It’s smack-dab amid the landmark Jacksonville Farmers Market, for more than 75 years offering local, regional and international produce. Andy’s serves breakfast items, sandwiches, snacks and beverages. $ B L D Mon.-Sat.

BOLD CITY GRILL

10605 Deerwood Park Blvd., 564-4772 The casual grill has local microbrews on tap with a daily HH, plus fresh local seafood, Angus steaks, salads, sandwiches and burgers. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily

BURRITO GALLERY BROOKLYN

90 Riverside Ave., Ste. 601, 355-4889 2015 Best of Jax Winner The galleries offer Southwestern cuisine with an emphasis on innovative burritos, including ginger teriyaki tofu and beef barbacoa, plus wraps and tacos.

The beachy kid sister Burrito Express is mostly take-out, with the same great chow and fast service. $ BW TO L D Daily

BURRITO WORKS TACO SHOP

671 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 217-7451 114 St. George St., St. Augustine, 823-1229, burritoworks.com You’ll find Baja-style tacos and burritos, 100 percent vegetarian bean burritos, fish tacos and hormone-free meats, along with homemade guacamole. $ TO L D Daily

CHOMP CHOMP

106 E. Adams St., Downtown, 762-4667 The newly relocated spot has eats at moderate prices – most less than $10. Chef-inspired street fare includes panko-crusted chicken, burgers, chinois tacos, bahn mi and barbecue. $ L Tue.-Fri.; D Thur.-Sat.

CRUISERS GRILL

319 23rd Ave. S. (Pablo Plaza), Jax Beach, 270-0356 5613 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 1, Lakewood, 737-2874 3 St. George St., St. Augustine, 824-6993, cruisersgrill.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Locally owned and operated for more than 20 years – Bobby Handmaker is a pro – these casual restaurants serve half-pound burgers, fish sandwiches, big salads, award-winning cheddar fries and sangria. $ BW K TO L D Daily

DEERWOOD BISTRO

8221 Southside Blvd., Ste. 24, 527-3451, deerwoodbistro.com The busy, casual bistro serves familiar fare like baguettes, paninis, burgers, as well as entrées, seafood and desserts. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily

DELICOMB DELICATESSEN & ESPRESSO BAR

102 Sixth Ave. N., Jax Beach, 372-4192, delicomb.com The folks at the family-owned-and-operated deli make it all with natural, organic ingredients – no hydrogenated oils or high-fructose corn syrup. Granola, tuna salad, kimchi, wraps and spicy panini melts are part of the varied menu. Delicomb – just steps from the sand – uses coffees from Strongtree and George Howell Coffee Company. $ TO B L Tue.-Sun.

THE FLAME BROILER

9822 Tapestry Park Circle, Ste. 103, 619-2786 7159 Philips Hwy., Ste. 104, Southside, 337-0007 1539 San Marco Blvd., 900-1614, flamebroiler84jax.com Built on the idea of healthy, inexpensive fast food made with no transfats, MSG, frying, or skin on meat, the Broiler offers fresh veggies, steamed brown or white rice along with grilled beef, chicken and Korean short ribs. $ K TO L D Mon.-Sat.

It’s always time for barbecue and beer at The Bearded Pig in San Marco.

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GREEN ERTH BISTRO

1520 Hendricks Ave., Southbank, 398-9156, green-erth-bistro.com Cali-inspired fare – featuring vegan and vegetarian – made with natural, organic ingredients, including breakfast items, soups, paninis, sandwiches, hot dishes and desserts. Organic teas, coffees and juices and Intuition Ale Works brews. $$ BW L Mon.-Fri.; D Tue.-Sat.

GREEN TURTLE TAVERN

14 S. Third St., Fernandina, 321-2324 Housed in a historic shotgun shack, this legendary hangout has Chicago-style Vienna beef hot dogs and pub fare, cold beer and a chill atmosphere. $ FB L D Daily

GRINDERS AMERICAN DINER

10230 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 8 & 9, Arlington, 725-2712, grindersamdiner.com For more than 30 years, the café has been serving homestyle veggies, burgers, meatloaf, pork chops, seafood and desserts. $ K TO B L Daily

THE HAPPY TOMATO COURTYARD CAFÉ & BBQ

7 S. Third St., Fernandina, 321-0707, thehappytomatocafe.com The historic district spot serves fresh deli sandwiches and barbecue – pulled pork, smoked turkey and ribs – in an easy, laid-back atmosphere. Homemade walnut chocolate chunk cookies are a specialty. And a certain FWM editor craves the chicken salad. $ BW K TO L Mon.-Sat.

milkshakes, too. Outdoor dining. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

ORANGE TREE HOT DOGS

a panoramic river view. Seafood buffet every Wed. $$ FB R Sun.; L D Daily

8380 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 4, 733-0588 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 3, Intracoastal, 551-3661 840 Nautica Dr., Ste. 125, 751-6006, orangetreehotdogs.com Known since 1968 for the Orange Frost drink, they serve hot dogs – topped with slaw, chili, cheese, onion sauce or sauerkraut – as well as personal size pizzas. $ K TO L D Daily

SANDY BOTTOMS BEACH BAR & GRILL

PHILLY’S FINEST CHEESESTEAKS & PIZZA

SCARLETT O’HARA’S

1527 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 241-7188, phillys-finest.com The casual place serves authentic Philly cheesesteaks made with Amoroso’s bread and steaks flown in straight from Philadelphia. The Ice Bar has a wide selection of beer.

Delivery. $ BW L D Daily

RED FROG & McTOAD’S GRUB-N-PUB

2910 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina, 310-6904, sandybottomsamelia.com Owner Claude Hartley offers seafood, sandwiches and pizzas.

Dine indoors or out on the deck overlooking the ocean. $$ FB K TO L D Daily 70 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 824-6535, scarlettoharas.net The restaurant, in a historic 1861 house with an outdoor bar and pub interior, has pit-smoked barbecue, seafood, burgers, wings, steamed oysters and appetizers. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

WIPEOUTS GRILL

5545 A1A S., St. Augustine, 814-8430, redfrogandmctoads.com The casual eatery offers award-winning chowder, seafood, chicken, pasta and sandwiches. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

1585 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 247-4508, wipeoutsgrill.info The casual, beachy sports place serves burgers, wings, fish tacos and plenty of cold beer – wine, too – in a relaxing atmosphere. $ FB K TO R, Sun.; L D Daily

SANDOLLAR RESTAURANT

ZOËS KITCHEN

9716 Heckscher Dr., Northside, 251-2449, sandollarrestaurantjax.com Right on the banks of the St. Johns, serving seafood, steaks, chicken and pasta. Dine inside or on the deck, with

240 A1A, Ste. 5, Ponte Vedra Beach, 273-1100 4624 Town Crossing Dr., Ste. 149, 641-2130 1661 Riverside Ave., 355-9637, zoeskitchen.com Original recipes, with Mediterranean and Greek influences,

homemade, made-to-order sandwiches, grilled feta sandwiches, whole dinners, available to go. Desserts include homemade ya-yas (a chocolate sheet cake). $$ K L D Daily

CHINESE CUISINE CHUN KING

2771 Monument Rd., Ste. 33, Arlington, 646-1393 From sushi to soup to fried bananas, this place has daily chef specials and AYCE Mongolian barbecue. Sake and a full menu, including Thai and Japanese dishes, are also served; all MSGfree. $ BW TO L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.

GOLDEN CHINA CHINESE RESTAURANT

11112 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 23, Mandarin, 260-8836, goldenchina1.com Mandarin, Szechwan and Cantonese dishes, as well as daily lunch and dinner buffets featuring a hot bar and a cold bar. $$ BW TO L D Daily

GREAT WALL CHINESE RESTAURANT

12200 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 4, Mandarin, 262-9107 The popular restaurant’s menu features Szechwan, Hunan and Cantonese dishes. $ TO L D Daily

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HARPOON LOUIE’S

4070 Herschel St., Ste. 8, Avondale, 389-5631, harpoonlouies.net Locally-owned-and-operated, the American pub has been a fixture here for 20-plus years. The menu has half-pound burgers, fish sandwiches and pasta, local beers; HH is held during the week. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

THE HOT DOG SPOT & MORE

2771 Monument Rd., Ste. 32, Regency, 646-0050, thehotdogspotjax.com In Cobblestone Crossing, the Spot has sausages, all-beef hot dogs, and items like wings, Philly cheesesteaks and burgers, all cooked to order. $ K TO L Daily

JOHNNY’S DELI & GRILLE

474 Riverside Ave., 356-8055 The popular casual spot serves made-to-order breakfast and lunch fare, including grilled wraps, gyros and grilled chicken salad. $ TO B L Mon.-Sat.

LARRY’S GIANT SUBS

474272 S.R. 200, Fernandina, 844-2225 8616 Baymeadows Rd., 739-2498 1301 Monument Rd., Ste. 5, Arlington, 724-5802 10750 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 14, Intracoastal, 642-6980 3611 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Ste. 101, 641-6499 4479 Deerwood Lake Pkwy., 425-4060 830 A1A N., Ste. 6, Ponte Vedra, 273-3993 657 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 247-9620 12001 Lem Turner Rd., Northside, 764-9999 1509 Margaret St., Riverside, 674-2794 7895 Normandy Blvd., Westside, 781-7600 5733 Roosevelt Blvd., Westside, 446-9500 8102 Blanding Blvd., Westside, Ste. 1, 779-1933 700 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 15, Orange Park, 272-3553 1401 S. Orange Ave., Green Cove, 284-7789 1330 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 276-7370 1545 C.R. 220, Orange Park, 278-2827, larryssubs.com With locations all over, Larry’s is known for piling hot and cold subs high and serving ’em fast for more than 35 years.

Brothers Larry and Mitch Raikes began here in Jax, setting high standards right from the start. The turkey breast is antibiotic-free, the grilled chicken is hormone-free and sustainably farmed. The guys are still Yankees at heart: The award-winning breads are from New York’s Costanzo’s Bakery. Some Larry’s now serve breakfast. $ K TO B L D Daily

LITTLE MARGIE’S FA CAFÉ

303 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2006, littlemargiesfacafe.com “FA” is short for First Access – this beachy café is located north of the County Pier, directly across from the first beach access to the sea. The tiny kitchen cranks out daily specials, like jerk fish and mango wrap. $ BW K L D Tue.-Sun.

MERCURY MOON GRILL & BAR

2015 C.R. 220, Fleming Island, 215-8999 Mercury Moon serves a variety of burgers and wings and signature sandwiches, including Philly cheesesteaks, fried fish sandwiches and half-pound Moon burgers. $ FB D Nightly

MOCHA RITA’S

9446 Philips Hwy., Southside, 806-3923, mocharitas.com Sandwiches made with Boar’s Head meats and cheeses.

Coffees ground in-house. $$ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.

MOJO’S TACOS

551 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 829-1665, mojos904.com The family-owned spots offer double-decker-style tacos, big, tasty burritos and fresh salads. $ BW TO L D Daily

NED’S SOUTHSIDE KITCHEN

2450 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 794-2088, nedssouthside.com The casual island-influenced place has Mediterranean dishes, tacos, meat loaf and shrimp and grits, in addition to vegetarian options. There’s a drive-thru to pick up orders. $ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.

ONE TWENTY THREE BURGER HOUSE

123 King St., St. Augustine, 687-2790 The spot, from the owners of Carmelo’s Pizza down the street, has premium burgers, made with beef sourced from renowned NYC butcher Schweid & Sons. There are woodfired pizzas and an ice cream bar turning out Old World

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<<< FROM PREVIOUS HAWKERS ASIAN STREET FARE

235 Eighth Ave. S., Jax Beach, 241-2211, breezycoffeeshopcafe.com The casual, family-owned coffee shop serves fresh baked goods and a variety of espressos and locally roasted coffees, plus vegan and gluten-free options. Sandwiches, salads, local beer, wine and mimosas, too. Relax indoors or outside. $ BW K TO B R L Daily

BREW FIVE POINTS

1001 Park St., 5 Points, 508-0342, eathawkers.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner The place is based on the variety of fare offered by Asian street vendors, peddling authentic dishes from mobile stalls. The chefs here collected the best hawker recipes to serve under one roof, like BBQ pork char sui, beef haw fun, Hawkers baos, chow faan and grilled hawker skewers. $ BW TO L D Daily

1024 Park St., Riverside, 374-5789, brewfivepoints.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Local craft beers, espresso, coffees and wine bar are featured along with rotating drafts, 75-plus canned craft beers, as well as sodas and teas. The seasonal menu of waffles, pastries, toasts, and desserts is designed to pair with specialty coffees and craft beers. $$ BW K B L Daily; late night Tue.-Sat.

PAGODA CHINESE RESTAURANT

THE COFFEE GRINDER

8617 Baymeadows Rd., 731-0880, pagodarestaurant.net Mr. Tam, owner and chef, has been serving customers since 1975. Popular dishes include the seafood combination (lobster, shrimp, scallops and Chinese vegetables) and spicy General Tso chicken. $ FB TO L D Mon.-Sat.

9834 Baymeadows Rd., 642-7600, thecoffeegrinderjax.com Owner Slava Micukic runs this coffee gallery, which features works by local artists. A full coffee/espresso menu is available.

Beer is served after 7 p.m. $ BW L D Daily

RICE BOWL ASIAN CUISINE

300 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 342-2421, dosbar.com Industrial chic coffee and wine bar features handcrafted pourovers and beans from Covina Roastery. Pressed sandwiches, farm fresh salads, and build-your-own cheese boards. $$ BW TO B L D Daily

WOK N’ ROLL

200 First St., Beaches Town Center, Neptune Beach, 249-2922, sogrcoffee.com The newest iteration of a Beaches institution, this place offers fine coffees, desserts, wine, craft beers and quick bites. Dine indoors or out, with patio and courtyard seating. $$ BW TO B L D Daily

13947 Beach Blvd., Ste. 110, Intracoastal, 992-1388, ricebowlasiancuisine.com A variety of Pan-Asian fare, chef’s specialties including Korean seafood noodles and Kung Pao chicken, are served. $$ L D Daily 3791 Palm Valley Rd., Ste. 203, Ponte Vedra, 543-7666, woknrollpontevedra.com The spot in the Valley serves authentic Chinese cuisine made with fresh ingredients. $ TO L D Daily

COFFEEHOUSES

AMELIA ISLAND COFFEE & ICE CREAM

207 Centre St., Fernandina, 321-2111, ameliaislandcoffee.com The cozy spot offers fresh-roasted coffee, cappuccino, frozen drinks, sandwiches, soups, baked goods, gelato. $ TO Daily

BOLD BEAN COFFEE ROASTERS

869 Stockton St., Stes. 1-2, Riverside, 855-1181 1179 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill 2400 S. Third St., Ste. 201, Jax Beach, boldbeancoffee.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Small-batch, artisanal approach to sourcing and roasting single-origin, direct-trade coffees.

Signature blends, hand-crafted syrups, espressos, craft beers.

A San Marco Bean is opening soon. $ BW TO B L Daily

DOS COFFEE & WINE

SOUTHERN GROUNDS & CO.

THE URBAN BEAN COFFEEHOUSE CAFÉ

2023 Park Ave., Orange Park, 541-4938, theurbanbeancoffeehouse.com Locally-owned-and-operated coffeehouse serves … well, coffee, as well as espresso, smoothies and teas. Breakfast goes all day, every day: omelettes, donuts, bagels, paninis, yogurt pots. Lunch: flatbreads, BLTs, hummus, salads, desserts. $$ K TO B L D Daily

URBAN GRIND EXPRESS

50 N. Laura St., Downtown, 516-7799

URBAN GRIND COFFEE COMPANY

45 W. Bay St., Ste. 102, 866-395-3954, 516-7799, urbangrind.coffee

BREEZY COFFEE SHOP CAFE

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FISH CAMPTOWN PLACES

I

’m told that back in the day, before highway bridges were built across every river, creek, and stream in Northeast Florida, fish camps were the place to be. (Well, they kinda still are.) Originally, fish camps were inexpensive little vacation campgrounds where you could get away for a few days and relax, enjoy a little fishing and prepare simple foods highlighting local ingredients with seafood as the star.

Though a few survive, these types of fish camps are, by and large, things of the past. Nowadays, we have modern restaurants called fish camps, which aren’t quite the same.

But fear not, these new-fangled, nonbait-and-ice-and-beer-selling establishments still put together an Old Florida style menu, using ingredients and items from some of my favorite spots. One of the quintessential

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meals that must be tried at a fish camp is the catch of the day, prepared broiled, blackened or — if you must — fried, with hushpuppies, greens and/or fried okra. There’s nothing else like it.

So pull up by boat, bike or Bentley (or more humble transportation) at one of the many surviving fish camps, where there’s an open-air screened porch or deck, and the delightful smell of jumping-fresh fish wafts around you as the friendly salt o’ the sea staff cater to your needs. Slow things down for a few; grab a picnic table, crack open a cold one and tuck into piping-hot, perfectly seasoned, flaky fish, dip those hushpuppies in some butter and get your Old Florida on.

Ah, now that’s what I’m talking about.

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pork, chuletas and pollo guisado. $$ BW K L D Daily

HAVANA-JAX CAFÉ/CUBA LIBRE BAR

<<< FROM PREVIOUS In Bank of America Tower, the original Urban Grind offers a variety of locally roasted whole bean brewed coffee, hot and cold espresso drinks (Dirty Chai!), smoothies, fresh pastries and bagels with homemade cream cheeses. Lunch includes chicken salad (best ever), tuna salad and sandwiches. Free WiFi. $ B L Mon.-Fri.

CUBAN, CARIBBEAN, PERUVIAN, SPANISH & TEX-MEX CUISINE BAHAMA BREEZE

10205 River Coast Dr., 646-1031, bahamabreeze.com Caribbean-inspired cuisine and tropical drinks in an island atmosphere. Menu items include lobster quesadillas, chipotle beef rice bowls, and fried yucca. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily

BARBERITOS

4320 Deerwood Lake Pkwy., Ste. 106, 807-9060 1519 Sadler Rd., Fernandina, 277-2505 463867 S.R. 200, Ste. 5, Yulee, 321-2240, barberitos.com Made-to-order fresh Southwestern faves – burritos, tacos, quesadillas, nachos. The salsa is handcrafted from fresh tomatoes, cilantro, onions and peppers. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

BEIGNET’S CARIBBEAN CAFÉ

4770 Barnes Rd., Ste. 1, Southside, 737-6789 A taste of the Caribbean jerk chicken, oxtail, goat, mahi sandwiches, and Caribbean beignets with coffee from New Orleans Cafe Du Monde. $ BW B L D Mon.-Sat.

BLUE WATER DAIQUIRI & OYSTER BAR

205 First St. N., Jax Beach, 249-0083, bluewateroysterbar.com The casual spot features American fare with a Caribbean soul.

Kids eat free on Tue. $$ FB K L D Tue.-Sun.; R Sun.

CASA MAYA

2578 Atlantic Blvd., St. Nicholas, 399-0609, havanajax.com Bite Club certified The Cuban sandwiches served in this clean, bright café are the real thing: big, thick, flattened.

Traditional Cuban fare like black beans and rice, plantains, steaks, seafood, chicken and rice, and roast pork. Spanish wine and Cuban drink specials, mojitos and Cuba libres.

HH all day, every day. $ FB K L D Daily

HOLA CUBAN CAFE

117 Centre St., Fernandina, 321-0163, holacubancafe.com Tucked behind Palace Saloon and owned by real Cubans, Hola has authentic Cuban sandwiches and Cuban coffee.

Dine inside or out at umbrella tables. Delivery in Downtown Fernandina. $ BW TO L D Daily

ISLAND TROPICS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

2527 N. Main St., Northside, 355-3050, islandtropics.net This relaxed spot serves island dishes like fried plantain and codfish for breakfast, and curry goat, jerk chicken and hot wings for lunch and dinner. Desserts, baked goods, tropical drinks, vegetarian meals. $$ BW TO B L D Daily

LA MANCHA

2709 Sadler Rd., Fernandina, 261-4646 Spanish/Portuguese fare, with a Brazilian flair. Tapas, seafood, steaks, sangria. Drink specials. AYCE paella Sunday. $$$ FB K TO D Nightly

LECHONERA EL COQUÍ

232 N. Second St., Fernandina, 432-7545 The new Puerto Rican place offers the popular chulleta kan kan (massive pork chops), the Tripletta churosco sandwich and more native flavors. It’s like a part of the Isle of Enchantment is now part of Amelia Island. $ FB TO L D Tue.-Sun.

MANGO MANGO’S BEACHSIDE BAR & GRILL

700 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 461-1077, mangomangos.com Just steps from the A Street beach access, the Caribbean kitchen has comfort food with a tropical twist. Specialties include coconut shrimp and fried plantains. Outdoor seating. $$ BW K L D Daily

MARIANAS GRINDS

22 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 823-0787, casamayastaug.com Owner Marco Barrera serves authentic upscale Mayan cuisine that’s mostly organic, including a juice bar and daily specials.

In the heart of the historic district, Casa Maya offers a hearty selection of dishes, both vegetarian and meat. $$$ TO B L D Wed.-Sun.

11380 Beach Blvd., Ste. 10, Intracoastal, 206-612-6596 Pacific Islander fare, emphasizing the chamorro culture with soups, stews, fitada, beef oxtail, katden pika; spicy empanadas, lumpia, chicken relaguen, barbecue-style ribs, and chicken. $$ TO B L D Tue.-Sun.

DE REAL TING CAFÉ

THE MOSSFIRE GRILL

128 W. Adams St., Downtown, 633-9738 The Caribbean place has jerk or curried chicken, conch fritters and curried goat and oxtail. $ FB TO L Tue.-Fri.; D Fri. & Sat.

EL PALERMO

2177 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 276-7701 The flavors are Caribbean and Puerto Rican at the familyfriendly spot. Authentically crafted dishes served in a clean, no-frills atmosphere. Empanadas, black beans and rice, plantains, flan and cafe con leche. $$ K L D Tue.-Sat.

FLYING IGUANA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR

207 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 853-5680, flyingiguana.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner The funky spot serves a fusion of Latin American and Southwestern-influenced fare – tacos, seafood, carnitas, Cubana sandwiches. More than 100 tequilas. Outdoor seating available. $ FB TO L D Daily

1537 Margaret St., Riverside, 355-4434, mossfire.com Just a stone’s throw from 5 Points intersection, Mossfire manages to satisfy indie kids and conservative businessfolk alike. Southwestern dishes like fresh fish tacos, chicken enchiladas are popular. HH Mon.-Sat. in upstairs lounge, all day Sun. $$ FB K L D Daily

PISCO’S RESTAURANT

4131 Southside Blvd., Ste. 101, 646-3888, piscosrestaurant.com The Peruvian restaurant offers ceviche, jalea, lomo, pollo saltado, arroz con marisco, Inca Cola and Peruvian wines. $$$ BW K L D Daily

PUERTO PLATA RESTAURANT

2045 Bayview Rd., Westside, 388-5888 The restaurant, off Blanding Boulevard, offers authentic Latin cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Specialties include roast

PUSSER’S CARIBBEAN BAR & GRILLE

816 A1A N., Ste. 100, Ponte Vedra, 280-7766, pussersusa.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Bite Club certified Named for the rum, Pusser’s serves innovative Caribbean cuisine and regional favorites, like Jamaican grilled pork ribs, Trinidad smoked duck, lobster macaroni & cheese dinner. Tropical drinks, including Pusser’s Painkiller, are popular house remedies. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

TEMPO

16 Cathedral Place, St. Augustine, 342-0286, tempostaugustine.com The fusion restaurant offers healthful American fare – sandwiches, entrées, apps, salads – created with a Latin flair. $$ BW L D Tue.-Sun.

TOSSGREEN

4668 Town Crossing Blvd., Ste. 105, 686-0234 4375 Southside Blvd., Ste. 12, 619-4356, tossgreen.com The “fast-casual” place offers custom salads, burritos and burrito bowls with fresh ingredients like fruits, vegetables, 100 percent natural chicken breast and sirloin, shrimp, tofu, nuts, cheeses, dressings, sauces and salsas. Frozen yogurt, too. $$ K L D Daily

DINERS BEACH DINER

501 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 249-6500 2006 S. Eighth St., Fernandina, 310-3750 11362 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 683-0079 880 A1A N., Ste. 2, Ponte Vedra, 273-6545 1965 San Marco Blvd., 399-1306, beachdiner.com These locally owned diners have indoor and outdoor seating and Southern comfort items, like fresh seafood, sandwiches and hot lunch specials. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available all day – Eggs on the Bayou, fish & grits; French toast, riders, omelets. Lunch fare: salads, burgers, sandwiches, shrimp & crabmeat salad. $ K TO B R L Daily

CARL’S MAIN STREET RESTAURANT

1748 N. Main St., Northside, 647-8043 Serving homestyle breakfast and lunch fare for a dozen-plus years. There’s an AYCE Sunday buffet. $ TO B L Tue.-Sun.

DEERWOOD DELI & DINER

9934 Old Baymeadows Rd., 641-4877, deerwooddiner.com The landmark marks 40-plus years of serving comfort food, featuring tried-and-true dishes: sandwiches, Angus burgers, soups, desserts, shakes and tuna, chicken, egg and shrimp salads. Dine inside or out on the patio. $$ K TO B L Daily

DERBY ON PARK

1068 Park St., Riverside, 379-3343, derbyonpark.net Owners Neil and Cheryl Corrado offer an American dining experience with inventive and long-time favorite menu items with a taste of nostalgia, served in an upscale retro atmosphere in a historic landmark building. Faves include Oak Street Toast, shrimp & grits, lobster bites and a can’t-be-beat 10-oz. gourmet burger. Dine inside or out on the patio. $$ FB TO Weekend brunch. B, L D Tue.-Sun.

THE FOX RESTAURANT

3580 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 387-2669 Owners Ian and Mary Chase offer fresh fare and homemade desserts. Breakfast served all day, along with signature items like burgers, meatloaf and fried green tomatoes. An area landmark for more than 50 years. $$ BW K L D Daily

So many pizza choices, so little time – so make time for Al’s Pizza (this one in Atlantic Beach) with restaurants all over Northeast Florida.

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BITE BY BITE: culinary icons of northeast florida

GOOBERNATORIAL

T

he Caviar of Cassat Avenue.

The Hors d’Oeuvres of Orange Park. The Canapé of Palatka. The Amuse-Bouche of Baymeadows.

You get the idea — we are blathering on about boiled peanuts! Like those of much of the best Southern cooking, the origins of boiled peanuts can be traced back to African culinary practices. And not unlike grits, okra, cornbread, and black-eyed peas, if there’s a decidedly “Southern” food signifier, it is the illustrious goober pea, the most salubrious of all soggy legumes.

Most locals nosh on two styles of these bad boys: plain or Cajun. The standard packaging is a big-ass Styrofoam cup, full of the succulent, salty morsels sold out of the original food truck: a ’94 Chevy Suburban parked on the side of a county road. As per custom, the sucked peanut

GEORGIE’S DINER

100 Malaga St., St. Augustine, 819-9006, thealcazarcafe.com Casual ’60s-themed Georgie’s serves homestyle fare and Greek specialties. Outdoor seating. $$ BW B L D Daily

JACK & DIANE’S

708 Centre St., Fernandina, 321-1444, jackanddianescafe.com In a renovated 1887 shotgun home, the café serves favorites: jambalaya, French toast, pancakes and mac & cheese. The specialty is a variety of crêpes. There’s a vegan selection, too.

Dine indoors or on a porch overlooking historic downtown Fernandina. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily

JOHNNY ANGEL’S DINER

3546 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Ste. 120, Southside, 997-9850, johnnyangelsdiner.com The diner serves dishes that reflect its ’50s-style décor, like Blueberry Hill pancakes, Fats Domino omelet and Elvis special combo platter, plus burgers and hand-dipped shakes. $ BW K TO B L D Daily

METRO DINER

3302 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 398-3701 12807 San Jose Blvd., Julington, 638-6185 4495 Roosevelt Blvd., Ortega, 999-4600 9802 Baymeadows Rd., Southside, 425-9142 2034 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 375-8548 340 Front St., Ste. 700, Ponte Vedra, 513-8422 1000 S. Ponce de Leon Blvd., St. Augustine, 758-3323 1534 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 853-6817, metrodiner.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner The original upscale diner is located in a historic 1930s-era building amid San Marco’s residential district, and there are seven other locations.

All serve meatloaf, chicken pot pie and homemade soups.

Several Metro Diners now serve dinner, too. $$ B R L Daily

OCEANA DINER

13799 Beach Blvd., Ste. 3, Intracoastal, 374-1915, oceanadiner.net The popular diner has traditional American diner fare served in a family atmosphere. $ K TO B L Daily

ECLECTIC & UPSCALE

shells are then flung cavalierly to the ground. Hell, they’re biodegradable and we already have enough actual stuff to worry about, like the next trendy, organ-melting virus or an apoplectic, former-reality TV star presidential candidate, intent on faceplanting this fine country of ours smack into Armageddon!

The mind reels as to why these mushy treasures haven’t been tweaked and gastronomically modified by foodies, or even spread their swampy joy above the Mason-Dixon Line. Sriracha-fied, jerkinfused, wasabi-dusted truffle oil … Let it be known that Folio Weekly Magazine has prophesied the new dawn of boiled peanuts for Millennials.

Mon.-Sat.

BEECH STREET BAR & GRILL

801 Beech St., Fernandina Beach, 572-1390, beechstreetbarandgrill.com In a restored 1889 house, this place serves fresh, local food with a twist. Local seafood, handcut steaks, housemade pizza, craft cocktails, and a full bar. • $$ FB K TO D Tue.-Sun.

BISCOTTIS

3556 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 387-2060, biscottis.net 2015 Best of Jax Winner Now a landmark, Biscottis serves everything from innovative pizzas to a massive selection of almost-too-pretty-to-eat desserts in an intimate setting. $$$ BW L D Daily; R Sat. & Sun.

BLACK SHEEP RESTAURANT

1534 Oak St., Riverside, 380-3091, blacksheep5points.com The independent restaurant – awarded a Golden Spoon in 2015 – serves New American favorites with a Southern twist (they call it “where haute meets homegrown”), made with locally sourced ingredients. Daily specials, awesome rooftop bar; handcrafted food and cocktails. HH. $$$ FB R Sat. & Sun.; L Mon.-Fri.; D Daily

BLACKSTONE GRILLE

112 Bartram Oaks Walk, 287-0766, blackstonegrille.com Blackstone specializes in modern American fusion cuisine, served in a trendy bistro-style setting. $$$ FB L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.

BRICK RESTAURANT

3585 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 387-0606, brickofavondale.com This casual eatery’s exposed-brick façade and interior are classic Avondale. A varied, creative cuisine and the weekend brunch are local favorites. $$$ FB L D Daily; R Sat. & Sun.

BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE

4910 Big Island Dr., Southside, 807-9960, brioitalian.com The upscale Northern Italian restaurant offers wood-grilled fare, oven-roasted steaks, chops and seafood. Dine inside or al fresco on the terrace. $$$ FB K TO R Sat. & Sun.; L D Daily

THE BACK 40 URBAN CAFÉ

CAFE CORDOVA

40 S. Dixie Hwy., St. Augustine, 824-0227, back40cafe.com Owner Brian Harmon serves Caribbean-flavored lunch and dinner – wraps, upside-down chicken potpie, fresh, local seafood – in an 1896 building. Local art adorns the walls. $ BW K L D Daily

95 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 810-6810, casamonica.com In Casa Monica Hotel, this restaurant offers light breakfasts, coffees, teas, pastries, hand-tossed pizzas, sandwiches, soups and salads. The adjacent Cobalt Lounge has a variety of fine wines. $$$ FB R Sun.; B L D Daily

bb’s RESTAURANT & BAR

GYPSY CAB COMPANY

1019 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 306-0100, bbsrestaurant.com The upscale restaurant features daily specials and variety of dishes from sandwiches and salads, to fresh seafood and specialty meats. Dine inside or on the patio. $$$ FB R L D

828 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 824-8244, gypsycab.com A mainstay for 33-plus years, with an urban cuisine menu

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AZURÉA

<<< FROM PREVIOUS that changes twice daily. The signature dish is Gypsy chicken; there’s also seafood, tofu, duck and veal dishes. The Sunday brunch is mega-popular. $$ FB R Sun.; L D Daily

MARKER 32

14549 Beach Blvd., Intracoastal Waterway, 223-1534, marker32.com Established in 1992, with an awesome panoramic ICW view, this restaurant offers an innovative American eclectic menu, with fresh, local seafood, shrimp and Andouille fettuccini, herbgrilled local fish with hoppin’ john and basil pesto rice, broiled oysters and yellow fin tuna poke. $$$ FB K D Mon.-Sat.

NINETEEN AT TPC SAWGRASS

110 Championship Way, Ponte Vedra, 273-3235, tpc.com In Tournament Players Club. More than 230 wines and freshly prepared American and Continental cuisine, including local seafood, served inside or al fresco on the verandah. $$$ FB L D Daily

OVINTE

10208 Buckhead Branch Dr., Southside, 900-7730, ovinte.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner The chic European-style place has tapas, small plate items, entrée-size portions, and a charcuterie menu. Dishes are made with Spanish and Italian flavors, like ceviche fresco, pappardelle bolognese and lobster ravioli. 240-bottle wine list, 75 by the glass; craft spirits.

Outdoor dining, bocce court. $$ FB R Sun.; D Nightly

SALT

Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island Pkwy., 277-1100, ritzcarlton.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Chef de Cuisine Richard Laughlin’s award-winning menu features New American cuisine made with simple elements from the earth and sea, like tuna and watermelon tartare and wagyu ribeye, served in a contemporary coastal setting. The wine list has 500-plus. $$$$ FB D Tue.-Sun.

SEVEN BRIDGES GRILLE & BREWERY

BURLINGAME RESTAURANT

20 S. Fifth St., Fernandina, 432-7671, burlingamerestaurant.com The menu at the fine dining place changes quarterly, focusing on elegantly prepared dishes (8 apps, 8 mains) made with quality seasonal ingredients. Duck confit, grilled pork chops. $$$ BW D Tue.-Sat.

CASA MARINA INN & RESTAURANT

691 First St. N., Jax Beach, 270-0025, casamarinahotel.com The historic 1924 structure is the oldest in Jax Beach; dine indoors, on the verandah or in the oceanfront courtyard. The daily menu has crab cakes, pulled pork sliders, and homemade breads. Lunch includes salads, burgers, tacos and sandwiches. $$ FB R, Sun.; L Tue.-Fri.; D Nightly

COLLAGE

60 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 829-0055, collagestaug.com In an intimate historic district space, it’s high-end dining with a global menu. Everything is made from scratch. The Bougainvillea specialty dessert commemorates the Brazilian tree. An extensive wine list is offered. $$$$ BW D Nightly

COSTA BRAVA

95 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 810-6810, casamonica.com In Casa Monica Hotel, the restaurant offers a meze-style menu with fresh and flavorful coastal cuisine, as well as crafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. $$$ FB R Sun.; B Daily; L Mon.-Sat.; D Nightly

DAVID’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

802 Ash St., Fernandina, 310-6049, ameliaislanddavids.com The fine-dining place serves steaks and fresh seafood, like rack of lamb and ribeye, and Chilean sea bass, in an upscale atmosphere by an attentive waitstaff. Chef Wesley Cox has created a lounge menu. $$$$ FB D Nightly

DWIGHT’S MEDITERRANEAN STYLE BISTRO

9735 Gate Pkwy. N., 997-1999, 7bridgesgrille.com The grill and brewery has a variety of made-from-scratch fare, and local seafood, steaks and pizzas. Brewer Aaron Nesbit handcrafts award-winning freshly brewed ales and lagers.

Dine indoors or out. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

1527 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 241-4496, dwightsbistro.com The small bistro specializes in hand-rolled pasta and grilled vegetables. Owner/Chef Dwight DeLude prepares meals in an exhibition kitchen and all dishes, including sea scallops and crab cakes, include pasta and veggies. With limited seating, reservations are suggested. $$$$ BW D Tue.-Sat.

THE TASTING ROOM, WINE & TAPAS

ELEVEN SOUTH

25 Cuna St., St. Augustine, 810-2400, tastetapas.com Michael Lugo’s upscale contemporary Spanish restaurant fuses innovative tapas with an extensive wine list. $$$ BW L Tue.-Sun., D Nightly

TAVERNA

216 11th Ave. S., Jax Beach, 241-1112, elevensouth.com Elegance at the beach, Eleven South serves New American eclectic cuisine. There’s a mesquite grill and courtyard dining, and a selection of fine wines. Reservations suggested. $$$ FB L Tue.-Fri.; D Nightly

1986 San Marco Blvd., 398-3005, tavernasanmarco.com Chef Sam Efron serves modern interpretations of classic recipes with authentic Italian ingredients, seasonal produce and meats from local purveyors. The wine list won a Wine Spectator award. Regional craft beers, handcrafted cocktails, tapas and wood-fired pizza. $$$ FB K TO R L D Daily

HOBNOB

FRENCH CUISINE

14 S. Second St., Fernandina, 321-2558, joesbistro.com Joe’s offers upscale New American fare with French, Creole, Asian and low country influences. Seating in dining room, out in a large, New Orleans-style courtyard, or up on the porch with an Intracoastal view. $$ BW L D Wed.-Mon.

BISTRO AIX

1440 San Marco Blvd., 398-1949, bistrox.com French- and Mediterranean-inspired fare in an urban-chic atmosphere in the historic district. The menu changes seasonally, and the wine list has more than 250 choices. The wood-fired oven baked and grilled specialties include pizza, pasta, risotto, steaks and seafood. HH Mon.-Fri., with handcrafted cocktails, specialty drinks. Outdoor dining. $$$ FB TO L D Daily

THE MAGNIFICAT CAFÉ

231 N. Laura St., Downtown, 353-3588, magnificatcafe.com On Hemming Plaza, the French-style café serves French onion soup, quiche Lorraine and fresh fruit salad. Dine indoors or out on the covered patio. $ TO L Mon.-Fri.

RESTAURANT ORSAY

3630 Park St., Riverside, 381-0909, restaurantorsay.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner This French/Southern American bistro serves steak frites, mussels and Alsatian pork chops in an elegant setting, with an emphasis on locally grown organic ingredients. $$$ FB R Sun.; D Nightly

GERMAN CUISINE

HOPTINGER BIER GARDEN & SAUSAGE HOUSE

333 First St. N., Jax Beach, 222-0796, hoptinger.com A modern “Baverican” bier garden with 62 taps flowing craft beers, as well as creative liquor libations. The menu has sausage dogs, burgers, handhelds and more Bavarian-inspired gastropub fare. Daily HH. $$ FB TO L D Daily

GLOBAL & INTERNATIONAL CUISINE 619 OCEAN VIEW

619 Ponte Vedra Blvd., Ponte Vedra, 285-6198, sawgrassmarriott.com At Cabana Beach Club. Dining with a Mediterranean touch, with fresh seafood, grilled steaks and weekly specials. Dine on a balcony overlooking the ocean. $$$ FB D Wed.-Sun.

AVILÉS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

32 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, 829-2277, avilesrestaurantstaugustine.com In Hilton Bayfront Hotel. A progressive European-flavored menu, and made-to-order pasta nights and chophouse nights.

And a champagne brunch every Sunday, with Bloody Marys and Mimosas. $$$ FB K B L D Daily

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1 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 249-7402, oneoceanresort.com Located within One Ocean Resort. Elegant oceanfront dining with a menu influenced by flavors of Europe, the Caribbean and the Americas. An extensive wine list is offered. $$$$ FB K B L D Daily

220 Riverside Ave., Ste. 110, 513-4272, hobnobwithus.com This new Unity Plaza place serves cuisine driven by global inspirations, with local intentions – ahi poke tuna, jumbo lump crab tacos. $$ FB TO R L D Daily

JOE’S 2ND STREET BISTRO

LA COCINA INTERNATIONAL

530 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 461-8288, lacocinarestaurants.com In Castillo Real Hotel, it’s global cuisine with Latin flair. Owner Juan Solano creates international fare like paella Valenciana and nightly specials. $$$ BW B Tue.-Sun.; D Nightly

LE PAVILLON

45 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 824-6202, lepav.com One of the oldest restaurants in the area, it’s family-owned and operated. The rack of lamb, bouillabaisse and Norwegian salmon are popular, as are the duck and the Dover sole. $$ FB L D Tue.-Sun.

MATTHEW’S

2107 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 396-9922, matthewsrestaurant.com This is Chef Matthew Medure’s flagship restaurant; fine dining in a refined, European-style atmosphere, specializing in artfully presented cuisine; the lounge offers small plates, an extensive martini and wine list and a HH Mon.-Fri. Reservations recommended. $$$$ FB D Mon.-Sat.

MEZZA RESTAURANT & BAR

110 First St., Neptune Beach, 249-5573, mezzarestaurantandbar.com The near-the-ocean eatery (in Beaches Town Center) has been around more than 20 years, serving casual bistro fare like gourmet wood-fired pizzas to nightly specials. Dine indoors or out on the covered patio. HH Tue. and Thur. Valet parking. $$$ FB K D Mon.-Sat.

NORTH BEACH BISTRO

725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 6, Atlantic Beach, 372-4105, nbbistro.com Bite Club Certified The casual neighborhood eatery serves hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood and a tapas menu. An extensive wine list and HH are offered. $$$ FB K TO R Sun.; L Tue.-Sun.; D Nightly

OCEAN 60 RESTAURANT, WINE BAR & MARTINI ROOM 60 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 247-0060, ocean60.com Continental cuisine includes fresh seafood, nightly dinner specials, and a seasonal menu served in the formal dining room or the more casual Martini Room. $$$ FB D Mon.-Sat.

OLD CITY HOUSE INN & RESTAURANT

Get a taste of the islands at Sid & Linda’s in Arlington.

115 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 826-0184, oldcityhouse.com St. Augustine’s only Historic Inn with a full-service restaurant and bar. Global cuisine influences are evident in everything from the crab and sweet corn to spring rolls. $$$$ FB B L D Mon.-Sat.

THE PATIO PLACE

416 Ash St., Fernandina, 410-3717, patioplacebistro.com The bistro/wine bar/crêperie has a full menu of electic global tastes, using crêpes every way imaginable – starters, entrées, shareables and desserts, served in an atmosphere that promotes gathering together. $$ BW TO B L D Tue.-Sun.

PURPLE OLIVE INTERNATIONAL BISTRO

4255 A1A S., Ste. 6, St. Augustine Beach, 461-1250, purple-olive.com The family-owned-and-operated restaurant’s menu includes local seafood, prime cuts of beef, lamb, pork, vegetarian choices, local produce, and an option to create your own plate with a selection of entrées, sauces and sides. $$$ BW D Tue.-Sat.

RAINTREE RESTAURANT

102 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 824-7211, raintreerestaurant.com In an 1879 Victorian home for more than 35 years, Raintree offers steak and seafood, and patio dining. Reservations accepted; HH. $$$ FB D Nightly

RESTAURANT MEDURE

818 A1A N., Ponte Vedra, 543-3797, restaurantmedure.us Chef David Medure creates dishes with a wide range of flavors from around the world. The lounge offers small plates, creative drinks and HH. $$$ FB D Mon.-Sat.

ROY’S HAWAIIAN FUSION CUISINE

2400 Third St. S., Ste. 101, Jax Beach, 241-7697, roysrestaurant.com High-end dining includes Hawaiian fusion with Asian aromatics using fresh local ingredients, European sauces and bold Asian spices. $$$$ FB K D Nightly

WILDFLOWER CAFÉ

4320 A1A S., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2691, wildflowercafefl.com One block from the beach, the Provençal-style cafe’s signature dishes are Wildflower grouper – sautéed, with blue crab meat and toasted almonds. $ BW K B L Tue.-Sat.

GREEK, MEDITERRANEAN & MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE 13 GYPSIES

887 Stockton St., Riverside, 389-0330, 13gypsies.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner The intimate bistro serves authentic Mediterranean peasant cuisine updated for American tastes, specializing in chorizo, tapas, blackened cod, pork skewers, risotto of the day and coconut mango curry chicken.

The breads are made from scratch onsite. $$ BW L D Tue.-Sat., R Sat.

3RD STREET DINER

223 Ninth Ave. S., Jax Beach, 270-0080, 3rdstreetdinerjax.com Greek/American fare served Yankee-style features a variety of quality, homestyle dishes: gyros, ribs, lamb, liver and onions.

Specialty desserts, too. $ FB K TO B L D Daily

ATHENS CAFÉ

6271 St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 7, Mandarin, 733-1199, athenscafe.com From the dolmades (stuffed grape leaves) to baby shoes (stuffed eggplant), Athens has all the faves, plus Greek beers. $$ BW L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.

THE CASBAH CAFÉ

3628 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 981-9966, thecasbahcafe.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine are served on the patio or in the hookah lounge, where diners sit on ottomans at low tables. Hookah pipes. $$ BW L D Daily

GREEK STREET CAFÉ

3546 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Ste. 106, Southside, 503-0620, greekstreetcafe.com Fresh, authentic, modern fare from Greek owners. Gyros, spanakopita, dolmades, falafel, salads, Greek nachos. Awardwinning Greek wines. $$ BW K TO L D Mon.-Sat.

HALA CAFÉ & BAKERY

4323 University Blvd. S., Southside, 733-5141 The Jacksonville institution – since 1975 – serves homemade pita bread, kabobs, falafel, tabouli and a daily lunch buffet. The adjacent store carries delicacies from all over the world. $$ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.

HOVAN MEDITERRANEAN GOURMET

2005 Park St., Ste. 1, 5 Points, 381-9394, hovan5points.com

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BITE BY BITE: culinary icons of northeast florida

POPSICLES LIKE IT’S HOT

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here’s an illustrator in Lexington, Kentucky, one Andrew Heath, who created a series of images of popsicle ice creams inspired by pop culture. There’s Walter White on a stick, RoboCop on a stick, The Joker on a stick and even Daft Punk on a stick. It’s easy to understand why an artist would make popsicles a theme. From Bomb Pops to Creamsicles, frozen treats on a stick are really quite awesome. Happily, if you’re in Northeast Florida, there are plenty of places to hit if popsicles are your thang. Check out The Hyppo with locations in downtown St. Augustine and now on Riverside Avenue in Jacksonville. Starting about five years ago by young entrepreneur Stephen DiMare, The Hyppo creates more than

450 seasonal flavors of popsicles including Rosemary Apple, Prickly Pear, Banana Vanilla, Blackberry Clove and Watermelon Hibiscus. Also making a mark in the ’sicle biz is Backyard Pops on Third Street North in Jax Beach. Owned and operated

by Chesley and Ashlee McCormick, the popeatery offers everything from Peach Jalapeno and Cranberry Orange pops to Concord Grape and Pineapple Papaya. Still haven’t gotten your fill of delectable icy treats? Find Bold City Pops, which travels around Duval offering sweet treats at Community Loaves, Serenata Beach Club and other sites. Personally, we’re dying over the Cookies & Cream and Cucumber and Lemon varieties. Soooo goooood!

lunch buffet is a Downtown favorite. Espressos and hookahs are available. HH Mon.-Fri. $ FB L Mon.-Fri.; D Wed.-Sat.

<<< FROM PREVIOUS 2015 Best of Jax Winner Hovan has traditional cuisine, like freshly made hummus, baba ghannoush and gyros. Patio dining. Hookahs available. $ BW L D Mon.-Sat.

HOME COOKIN’ AUNT KATE’S

612 Euclid Ave., St. Augustine, 829-1105, aunt-kates.com The casual spot has an expansive Tolomato River view and a focus on seafood. Burgers, pasta dishes, steak and ribs also served. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

BEACH ROAD CHICKEN DINNERS

MANDALOUN MEDITERRANEAN LEBANESE CUISINE

9862 Old Baymeadows Rd., 646-1881, mandalounjacksonville.com With restaurants in London, Paris, Rome and the Middle East, owner Pierre Barakat brings authentic Lebanese cuisine to NEFla, including charcoal-grilled lamb kebab. Outdoor seating. $$ FB TO L D Daily

4132 Atlantic Blvd., St. Nicholas, 398-7980, beachroadchickendinners.com Just like Sunday dinner at home – if your folks cook fried chicken, okra, sweet corn nuggets, country-fried steak, gizzards, chicken livers, fish, shrimp. creamed peas, gravy, cole slaw, biscuits, fruit cobbler, fries, rice … at the same site since 1939. $ K TO L D Tue.-Sun.

MEDITERRANIA RESTAURANT

COL. MUSTARD’S PHABULOUS PHAT BURGERS

3877 Baymeadows Rd., 731-2898, mediterraniarestaurant.com The Old World atmosphere at the family-owned-and-operated Greek and Italian restaurant is a local favorite – for nearly 30 years. Fresh seafood, veal chops and rack of lamb are among the specialties. $$ BYOB D Wed.-Sun.; L Sat. & Sun.

1722 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 247-5747, jaxbestburgers.com The Colonel serves hamburgers and more, with an attitude.

Breakfast is served all day, featuring five-egg omelets and French toast. Delivery available. $ K TO B L D Daily

THE OLIVE TREE MEDITERRANEAN GRILLE

ELLEN’S KITCHEN

1705 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 396-2250, theolivetreemediterraneangrille.com Mediterranean fare includes healthy plates, hummus, tabouli, grape leaves, veggie kibbi, and gyros. $$ BW L D Mon.-Fri.

TAVERNA YAMAS

9753 Deer Lake Ct., Southside, 854-0426, tavernayamas.com Bite Club Certified The popular Greek restaurant serves char-broiled kabobs, seafood and traditional Greek wines and desserts. Daily HH. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

THEO’S RESTAURANT

169 King St., St. Augustine, 824-5022 On the San Sebastian River, Theo’s is just far enough away from the heart of historic downtown that it’s a go-to place for locals and tourists alike. Favorites include seafood and Greek dishes. $ B L Daily

ZODIAC BAR & GRILL

120 W. Adams St., Downtown, 354-8283, thezodiacbarandgrill.com Mediterranean cuisine and American faves served in a casual atmosphere, like paninis and vegetarian dishes. The daily

241 Third St., Neptune Beach, 372-4099 Serving the Beaches since 1962, and now at its fourth location (as far as we can recall), the busy kitchen, famed for its homemade sausage gravy and hash browns, serves full breakfast all day. Sandwiches, BLTs and patty melts. There’s usually a line for breakfast on weekends. $ TO B L Daily

SIMPLY SARA’S

2902 Corinthian Ave., Ortega, 387-1000, simplysaras.net The cozy spot offers down-home cooking, from scratch like Grandma’s: eggplant fries, pimento cheese, baked chicken, fruit cobblers, pork loin, chicken & dumplings, casseroles, collards and desserts. BYOB. $$ K TO L D Tue.-Sat., B Sat.

SOUTHERN CHARM

3566 St. Augustine Rd., San Marco, 398-9206, artofcrackercooking.com Chef Art Jennette’s menu includes barbecue, shrimp, chicken, seafood, and a ton of sides – down-home comfort food. $ K L Tue.-Fri. & Sun.; D Tue.-Sat.

SOUL FOOD BISTRO

5310 Lenox Ave., Ste. 1, Westside, 394-0860, thesoulfoodbistro.com

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FOLIO LIVING : CHEFFED-UP

A DASH OF

An ingenious life hack, courtesy of FORGETFULNESS

PEPPER

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WHAT DO CHILI PEPPERS AND ZUCCHINI HAVE in common? Both produce a ton of ripe produce, and all at the same time! With zucchini, as we discussed last week, you need to be creative, using it as many different ways as possible. (I hope one of you shoemakers has tried to make my fritter recipe.)

Of course, just like your ex-girlfriend, eventually you’ll get sick of the taste, smell, sight, color, and feel of zucchini. With chili peppers, there’s a better alternative: Do like the Mexicans have been doing for centuries — dry them.

In Mexico, as well as in the American Southwest, drying is easily accomplished by taking advantage of the climate — it’s called a desert for a reason! But in Northeast Florida, the air is anything but dry. Peppers tend to rot or mold right on the vine; if you harvest them all at once, they mold if not refrigerated and still they’ll eventually rot.

So how do you preserve these little beauties?

Option one: Pack them in your favorite suitcase and fly to Arizona to sun-dry them. Option two: Buy a food dehydrator like the ones on late-night infomercials. Is Ron Popeil is still doing those? (Asking for a friend.)

Option three? Get clever with one of my favorite Cheffed Up methods: Use your car’s dashboard. You’ve noticed the dash gets hotter than the hinges of hell in the summer? It’s like driving around a kiln! Ever notice how hot and dry it is inside a parked car after a few hours in the sun? Like a freakin’ desert!

Last summer, I discovered the dashboard was the perfect environment for drying chili peppers. I picked a couple of New Mexican peppers from my cooking school garden one evening, put them in the car to take home for dinner and promptly forgot all about them.

About a week later, I found the peppers.

Lo and behold, they were perfectly dehydrated. Voila! Another Cheffed Up technique was invented! Spread out the chili peppers on the dashboard and park the car in the hot sun — it efficiently (and at no cost to you!) dries them out, courtesy of Florida’s

humid summer. Give this a try. Your wife and kids might complain, because it’s weird and the car smells like peppers, and they’ll probably protest having to pick up the ones that slide around and fall off the dashboard, but, hey, no sacrifice, no reward.

Use your dried chilis in this awesome salsa recipe.

CHEF BILL’S FIRE-ROASTED SALSA

Ingredients: • 4 Roma tomatoes, cored and halved • 1/4 red onion, cut into 4 pieces • 1 jalapeno, stemmed, halved and seeded • 3 dried New Mexican or other medium• hot dried red chilis • 2 limes, juiced • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves • 1/4 tsp. coriander • 1/4 tsp. cumin • Salt to taste Directions: 1. Rub the tomatoes, onions and jalapenos 1. with oil, and place on a sheet pan.

2. Char under the broiler, until 1. just blackened.

3. Bring dried chilies and 5 oz. of water to 1. a simmer, simmering until the chilies 1. begin to soften.

4. Remove the stems and seeds from the 1. chilies, tear into pieces and place in a 1. food processor, process briefly.

5. Add the remaining ingredients and pulse to 1. a chunky consistency. DO NOT PURÉE. 6. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Until we cook again,

Chef Bill cheffedup@folioweekly.com ____________________________________ Contact Chef Bill Thompson, owner of Amelia Island Culinary Academy in Historic Fernandina Beach, with your recipes or questions at cheffedup@folioweekly.com, for inspiration to get you Cheffed Up!

Fresh, innovative cuisine is the focus at Black Sheep in Riverside.

in an intimate, friendly place. Traditional items include veal piccata, rigatoni Bolognese and antipasto; house specialties include chicken Ciao and homemade-style meat lasagna. $ L Fri. & Sat.; D Nightly

<<< FROM PREVIOUS SOUL FOOD BISTRO II 11876 Atlantic Blvd., 394-2801

2015 Best of Jax Winner Owned by Potters House Christian Fellowship, the cafeteria-style restaurant serves traditional Southern favorites: Fried chicken, greens, mac & cheese, cornbread and other regional delights. $ TO L D Tue.-Sun.

INDIAN CUISINE APNA RESTAURANT

10769 Beach Blvd., Ste. 14, Southside, 645-3334, apnajacksonville.eat24hour.com Apna serves Indian and Pakistani cuisine, featuring hala. Daily lunch buffet, vegetarian items. $ L D Daily

ENZA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

10601 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 109, Mandarin, 268-4458, enzas.net 2015 Best of Jax Winner The family-owned place offers casual fine dining, specializing in Italian cuisine, veal and seafood dishes like seafood lasagna. Daily specials. $$$ FB K TO D Tue.-Sun.

FRATELLI’S ITALIAN AMERICAN CUISINE

415 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 819-1760 The neighborhood Italian place with a cozy atmosphere offers Italian-American specialties, including meat lasagna, veal parmigiana, almond-crusted salmon and chicken Verona. $$ BW TO D Mon.-Sat.

GUSTO

9485 Baymeadows Rd., 448-8265, my5thelement.com A variety of authentic Indian, South Indian and Indochinese dishes, a large lunch buffet of lamb, goat and chicken dishes, and tandoori and biryani items are served. $$ BW K L D Daily

1266 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 372-9925, gustojax.com This newish restaurant serves handmade classic Old World Roman cuisine, from a vast and varied Italian menu: homestyle pasta, beef, chicken and fish delicacies, using fresh local ingredients. There’s an open pizza-tossing kitchen.

Reservations encouraged. $$ FB TO L R D Tue.-Sun.

FLAVORS ESSENCE OF INDIA

IL DESCO

THE 5th ELEMENT

9551 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 10, 733-1525, jaxflavors.com Master chefs create contemporary and traditional dishes from all over India, including lamb, fish and prawn entrées. Clay oven kabobs, breads, vegetarian dishes and desserts served.

A lunch buffet includes vegetarian items. $$ BW L D Daily

2665 Park St., Riverside, 290-6711, ildescojax.com Modern, authentic Italian cuisine, including wood-fired pizzas, pasta made daily onsite, baked Italian dishes, a raw bar, and the new must-have, spaghetti tacos. Handcrafted cocktails.

Daily HH. $$-$$$ FB TO K L D Daily

INDIA’S RESTAURANT

JOEY MOZZARELLA

9802 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 8, 620-0777, indiajax.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner India’s has claimed many of our readers’ poll Best of Jax wins for authentic Indian cuisine, with a popular lunch buffet. Curry and vegetable dishes are offered, along with lamb, chicken, shrimp and fish tandoori. $$ BW L Mon.-Sat.; D Nightly

JAXMINT INDIAN RESTAURANT

930 Blanding Blvd., Ste. D, Orange Park, 579-4748, letseat. at/joeymozzarellaonline At this Italian restaurant, calzones, strombolis and lasagna are customer faves, and all the pizza pies are available stuffed.

BYOB. $$ K TO L D Daily

MATT’S ITALIAN CUISINE

8490 Baymeadows Rd., 367-1821, jaxmint.com The new-ish place serves an innovative style of authentic and traditional Indian cuisine. A daily lunch buffet is available.

Daily HH. $ L D Daily

2771 Monument Rd., Ste. 8, Arlington, 646-4411, mattsitalian.com For 18-plus years, Matt’s been serving seafood, stromboli and veal, and other authentic Italian dishes, cooked-to order.

Delivery available. $$ BW TO L D Daily

ZESTY INDIA

MILANO’S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA

8358 Point Meadows Dr., Baymeadows, 329-3676, zestyindia.com The chefs combine Asian methodology with a European template to produce layers of flavors for their dishes, like tandoori lamb chops and rosemary tikka. Vegetarian items are cooked separately in vegetable oil. Lunch platters. $ BW TO L D Tue.-Sun.

ITALIAN CUISINE AMICI ITALIAN RESTAURANT

1915B A1A S., St. Augustine Beach, 461-0102, amicistaugustine.com The family-owned-and-operated place has traditional pasta, veal, steak and seafood dishes. Daily HH. $$ FB K L D Daily

CAFFÉ ANDIAMO

500 Sawgrass Village Dr., Ponte Vedra, 280-2299, caffeandiamo-pvb.com The fine dining restaurant offers fresh seafood, veal, steak, pizza prepared in a copper wood-burning oven. There are daily specials and 75 wines by the glass. Customer favorites include fracosta loco and cappesanti di mare. Dine on the outdoor patio or inside. $$$ FB D Nightly

CASA DORA

108 E. Forsyth, Downtown, 356-8282, casadoraitalian.com Chef Sam Hamidi has been serving genuine Italian fare to Jacksonville for more than 40 years with dishes like veal, seafood and gourmet pizza. The homemade salad dressing is a specialty. $$ BW K L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.

CIAO ITALIAN BISTRO

302 Centre St., Fernandina, 206-4311, ciaobistro-luca.com Owners Luca and Kim Misciasci offer fine Italian bistro fare

12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 21, Intracoastal, 646-9119 1504 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 339-0909, mymilanospizza.com The casual, family-owned restaurant and pizzeria serves homestyle Italian fare, like thin-crust New York-style pizzas, veal and baked dishes. Delivery service. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

NAPOLI’S PASTARIA

3787 Palm Valley Rd., Ste. 104, Palm Valley, 273-0006, napolispastaria.com It’s traditional Italian dishes, like veal, pasta and hand-tossed and specialty pizzas. Delivery available. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

PASTA MARKET ITALIAN RESTAURANT & CLAM BAR

1930 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 276-9551, pastamarketitalianrestaurant.com The family-owned-and-operated restaurant offers gourmet pizzas, veal, chicken, mussels, shrimp, grouper and (of course) pastas: spaghetti, fettuccine, lasagna, ziti, calzones, linguini, tortellini. $$ BW K D Nightly

PERARD’S PIZZA & ITALIAN CUISINE

11043 Crystal Springs Rd., Ste. 2, Westside, 378-8131, perardspizza.com Family-owned Perard’s specializes in homemade sauces, dough, lasagna and desserts. Traditional Italian fare includes gourmet pizza toppings. $ FB K TO L D Daily

PIZZA ITALIANO

5150 Normandy Blvd., Westside, 695-1293 The vibe here is both Greek and Italian: Half of the restaurant has Greek décor, the other half Italian. Beer and a variety of Greek, Italian and California wines are served. Dine in or take

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Coffees, breakfast and fun await at Loving Cup Hash House in Jax Beach.

dishes, subs, stromboli, wings and wraps round out the menu. $ K L D Daily

<<< FROM PREVIOUS out. $ BW TO L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.

POPPY’S ITALIANO

832 A1A, Ste. 1, Ponte Vedra, 273-7272, poppysitaliano. net Family-owned-and-operated Poppy’s serves fresh gourmet Italian dishes and familiar faves. Dine inside or outdoors; carry out or drive-thru. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

PRIMI PIATTI

2722 Park St., Riverside, 389-5545, primipiattijax.com The Northern Italian-style restaurant (the name means first plate in Italian) offers dishes made with fresh ingredients, daily specials, pastas and she-crab soup. $$$ BW K L D Mon.-Sat.

ROMA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA

14965 Old St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 880-2000, romasitalianpizzeria.com More than 100 items made with authentic Italian spices and herbs. Specialties are veal, baked seafood, and gourmet pizzas. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

SANTIONI’S CUCINA ITALIANA RESTAURANT

11531 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 8, Mandarin, 262-5190, santionisjax.com

SANTIONI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

3535 U.S. 17, Ste. 15, Fleming Island, 264-1331, santionisitalianrestaurant.com Authentic Italian cuisine, desserts and an extensive wine list.

Wine tastings twice a month. $$ BW K D Nightly

SHIRAZ PIZZA & ITALIAN GRILLE

3980 Southside Blvd., Ste. 204, 738-8787, shirazjacksonville.com The Italian restaurant offers an AYCE pizza lunch special, as well as sandwiches, subs, and baked dishes. Delivery. $ BW K TO L D Daily

SORRENTO ITALIAN RESTAURANT

6943 St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 636-9196 Luciano Russo and his family opened Sorrento more than 20 years ago. The menu features fish Francese and lamb Torinese, and entrées include a salad, bread and a side of spaghetti. $$$ BW D Tue.-Sun.

TOSCANA LITTLE ITALY

4440 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 900-1059, toscanajax.com The 150-seat place has Tuscan yellow walls, cherrywood tables and chairs, and tile floors. An extensive menu has traditional Italian dishes. $$ FB TO L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.

TRASCA & CO. EATERY

155 Tourside Dr., Ste. 1500, Ponte Vedra, 395-3989, trascaandco.com The new eatery specializes in handcrafted Italian-inspired sandwiches, craft beers – many local choices – and craft coffees. $$ BW TO L R D Daily

VINO’S PIZZA & GRILL

1430 San Marco Blvd., 683-2444 9910 Old Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 1, 641-7171, vinospizzabaymeadows.com Vino’s has hand-tossed New York-style, thin-crust pizzas, as well as Sicilian-style, thick-crust pizzas. Big salads, baked

JAPANESE & KOREAN CUISINE CRAZY SUSHI

4320 Deerwood Lake Pkwy., Ste. 202, 998-9797, crazysushijax.com The place serves a full sushi bar, hibachi, sashimi, katsu, sake and tempura dishes. Favorites are the Dynamite roll, Cold roll and spicy Manhattan roll. $$ FB L D Daily

DANCING DRAGON

9041 Southside Blvd., Ste. 138C, 363-9888, thedimsumroom.com BOGO lunches, Asian fusion menu. $ FB K L D Daily.

THE DIM SUM ROOM, Ste. 138D

Shrimp dumplings, beef tripe, sesame ball. Traditional Hong Kong noodles, barbecue. $ FB K L D Daily

FUJI SUSHI JAPANESE RESTAURANT

10920 Baymeadows Rd., 363-8888, fujisushijapanese.com Fresh sushi, steak, chicken, tempura, teriyaki, and seafood are offered. Delivery with minimum $25 order. $$ BW K L D Daily

FUSION SUSHI

1550 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 636-8688, fusionsushijax.com The upscale sushi spot serves a variety of fresh sushi, sashimi, hibachi, teriyaki and kiatsu, as well as the freshest seafood. $$ K L D Daily

HANA SUSHI JAPANESE CUISINE

1930 S. 14th St., Fernandina, 277-8838, hanasushifl.com A sushi bar and a full menu are served, including teriyaki, tempura, hibachi, katsu, udon, and bento boxes. $$ L D Daily

HON KOREAN RESTAURANT

5161 Beach Blvd., Ste. 5, St. Nicholas, 396-4008 It’s homestyle Korean fare, focusing on healthy soups, casseroles, entrées and side dishes, made with fresh meats, vegetables and seafood. The chef has more than 30 years experience, using original methods passed down through her family. $$$ BW TO L D Fri.-Tue.

high-grade sushi, lunch specials and hibachi items. $$ BW K TO L D Tue.-Sun.

OSAKA GRILL SUSHI BUFFET

11701 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 886-7778 More than 150 items offered at the Chinese and Japanese buffet, like soups, spareribs, a sushi bar, roast duck and ice cream. Kids under 12 dine at a discount. Buffet carry-out available. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

OSAKA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

9651 Crosshill Blvd., Ste. 102, Argyle, 317-0224, osakaoakleaf.com Located in Oakleaf Town Center, Osaka has a sushi bar and hibachi tables, as well as a full authentic Japanese menu. $$$ BW K TO L D Daily

PHO A NOODLE BAR

117 W. Adams St., Downtown, 353-0320, phoanoodlebar.com Authentic Vietnamese and Thai dishes include egg rolls and potstickers. Pho bowls include standard, vegan, pho tom yum, sukiyaki and kelp noodle substitute. Boba, teas and coffee. $ L Mon.-Fri.; D Wed.-Sat.

SAKE HOUSE JAPANESE GRILL SUSHI BAR

824 Lomax St., Riverside, 301-1188, sakehousejax.com Sake House serves traditional Japanese cuisine and a wide variety of fresh sushi, sashimi, kiatsu, teriyaki and hibachi in an authentic atmosphere. Sake, too. $$ BW L D Daily

SAKE SUSHI

8206 Philips Hwy., Ste. 31, Southside, 647-6000, jacksonvillesakesushi.com The spot serves sushi, hibachi, teriyaki, tempura, katsu, donburi and noodle soups. Sushi rolls include Fuji Yama, Ocean Blue and Fat Boy. $$ FB K L D Mon.-Sat.

SUMO SUSHI

2726 Park St., Riverside, 388-8838, sumosushijax.com Authentic Japanese dishes, from traditional to new styles of entrées and sushi rolls, like spicy sashimi salad, gyoza (pork dumplings), tobiko (flying fish roe) and rainbow roll (tuna, salmon, yellowtail and California roll) artfully presented. Cold sake is served. $$ BW K L D Daily

SUSHI CAFÉ

KAZU JAPANESE RESTAURANT

9965 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 35, Mandarin, 683-9903, kazujapaneserestaurant.com A wide variety of soups, dumplings, appetizers, salads, bento boxes, sushi, entrées, maki handrolls and sashimi are served.

The sushi is artfully presented. $$ BW TO L D Daily

2025 Riverside Ave., Ste. 204, 384-2888, sushicafejacksonville.com A variety of sushi, like popular Monster Roll and Jimmy Smith Roll, plus faves like Rock-n-Roll and Dynamite Roll, are served, as well as hibachi, tempura, katsu and teriyaki. Dine indoors or on the patio. $$ BW L D Daily

MIKADO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

TOMO JAPANESE CUISINE & ART

10460 Avenues Walk Blvd., Mandarin, 260-8860, mikadojax.com Serving traditional Japanese cuisine for more than 20 years.

The big sushi bar seats more than 25 diners. Lunch buffet Mon.-Fri.; 12 hibachi tables. $$ FB TO L D Daily

1253 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 372-4369, tomojapanesejacksonville.com Fresh, authentic, upscale Japanese cuisine is created here – it’s Japanese-owned – like fresh handmade sushi, hibachi grill items and homemade-style dishes. $$ FB K L D Tue.-Sun.

NAGASAKI SUSHI & GRILL

WAKAME JAPANESE & THAI CUISINE

12400 Yellow Bluff Rd., Northside, 751-2311, nagasakisushiandgrill.com The newish place has an authentic traditional menu, teriyaki and tempura dishes, plus hibachi, sushi and satsumi items.

Bento boxes and lunch specials. $$ L D Daily

104 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 108, St. Johns, 230-6688, wakamejax.com The fine-dining restaurant offers authentic Japanese and Thai cuisine, a full sushi menu, curries and pad dishes. $$ BW K L D Daily

OISHII

WASABI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR

4375 Southside Blvd., Ste. 4, 928-3223, oishiijapanesejacksonville.com The Manhattan-style Japanese fusion cuisine features fresh,

10206 River Coast Dr., Southside, 997-6528, wasabisteakhouse.com

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818 Post St., Riverside, 240-0412, cornertaco.com Made-from-scratch “Mexclectic street food” – tacos, nachos, salads – with an innovative presentation. There are glutenfree and vegetarian options. $ BW L D Tue.-Sun.

<<< FROM PREVIOUS 2015 Best of Jax Winner Wasabi serves authentic Japanese cuisine and stages amazing teppanyaki shows. A full sushi menu is served. $$$ FB K L D Daily

MEXICAN CUISINE CAMPECHE BAY CANTINA

127 First Ave. N., Jax Beach, 249-3322, campechebaycantina.com Campeche Bay has often won our readers’ poll awards for Best Mexican Restaurant, Best Fajitas and Best Margaritas. chili rellenos, tamales, fajitas, enchiladas, fish tacos, fried ice cream, homemade margaritas two daily HHs. $$ FB K D Nightly; R Sat. & Sun.

CANTINA LOUIE

1900 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 770-2608 The affordable, fun Mexican cantina specializes in innovative tacos and authentic Mexican street food. $ FB K L D Daily

CANTINA MAYA SPORTS BAR & GRILLE

1021 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 247-3227 The popular spot serves great margaritas, great Latin food and burgers. $$ FB K L D Tue.-Sun.

CASA MARIA

12961 N. Main St., Ste. 104, Northside, 757-6411 2429 S. Third St., Jax Beach, 372-9000, casamariajaxbeach.com 14965 Old St. Augustine Rd., Southside, 619-8186, casamariajax.com The family-owned-and-operated restaurant offers authentic Mexican food, including fajitas, burritos and seafood dishes, as well as a variety of hot sauces – ones made in-house. The specialty is carne asada. Margaritas. At the beach spot, dine on the patio. $ FB K L D Daily

CASTILLO DE MEXICO

12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 19, Intracoastal, 998-7006, castillodemexico.net The restaurant, in business for more than 15 years, offers an extensive menu served in authentic Mexican décor. Weekday lunch buffet. $$ FB L D Daily

CORNER TACO

DON JUAN’S

12373 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 268-8722, donjuansjax.com Friendly, family-oriented service and a touch of Old Mexico: patio dining. A full bar – with tequila selections – is served; HH Mon.-Fri. $ FB K L D Daily

EL POTRO

7200 Normandy Blvd., Ste. 12, Northside, 378-9822 1553 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 241-6910 226 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 819-0390, elpotrorestaurant.com Family-friendly, everything fresh, made-to-order – fast, hot and simple. It’s a friendly spot – there’s even a photo of an ICE agent on the wall! Daily specials, buffet at most locations. $ FB L D Daily

HOLA MEXICAN RESTAURANT

1001 N. Main St., Springfield, 356-3100, holamexicanrestaurant.com Customers drive from all over to this spot. Authentic fresh Mexican fare, like fajitas, burritos and enchiladas, and daily specials. HH daily; sangria, too. $ BW K TO L D Mon.-Sat.

LA NOPALERA MEXICAN RESTAURANT

1631 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 399-1768 4530 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 388-8828 14333 Beach Blvd., 992-1666 1930 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 276-2776 1571 C.R. 220, Ste. 100, Fleming Island, 215-2223 11700 San Jose Blvd., 288-0175 8818 Atlantic Blvd., 720-0106 8206 Philips Hwy., 732-9433, lanopalerarest.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner The popular spots offer tamales, fajitas and pork tacos. Some locations have a full bar. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

LOLA’S BURRITO JOINT

1522 King St., Riverside, 738-7181, lolasburritojoint.com Latin-themed Lola’s offers more than 25 kinds of freshcooked-to-order burritos, plus burgers, tacos, empanadas and yucca fries. More than 50 craft beers, some local, as well as signature margaritas. Sunday brunch features bottomless mimosas. $$ FB K R L D Daily

MI VERACRUZ MEXICAN RESTAURANT

3109 Spring Park Rd., Southside, 396-2626 Authentic Mexican fare, for dine in or take out. Margaritas

BITE BY BITE: culinary icons of northeast florida

TO BARBECUE OR TO BLASPHEME

I

f there’s one food that seems to divide people into near-warring tribes, it’s barbecue. Forged from a primordial crucible of fire and meat, barbecue is arguably mankind’s original entrée, barring several generations of rampant, luck-of-thedraw (or paw), self-induced food poisoning.

The initial line in the sand involves proper technique. Marinating v. dry rubs, charcoal v. wood, grilled v. smoked … These are arguments that can lead to a BBQ bloodbath.

And then the damn sauces. A zealot trumpeting the savory ecstasy of mustardbased sauce is shut the hell down by a fan of sugary, sweet red. Next thing you know, some knucklehead from team chipotle pepper steps into the ring.

Good god almighty.

(Apparently, in northern Alabama, a mayonnaise-based white barbecue sauce is

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all the rage, proving the theory that there’s something inherently wrong with northern Alabama.) (Send vituperous emails to mail@folioweekly.com.)

A cursory search on Amazon pulls up 6,000-plus tomes about barbecue, so apparently when we are not cooking meat, we are reading about how to barbecue or possibly enjoying a nice meat-related memoir. And while regional BBQ burgs like Kansas City and the Carolinas like to thump their sooty chests, Northeast Florida boasts some 70-plus locations to nosh down on pulled pork or brisket.

So, while the city is rife with political boondoggle and violence, we are at least unified as we rally around the greasy joys of gnawing on charred, seasoned animals.

Damn straight, Duval!

Riverside’s Pinegrove Deli has deli selections and meats.

are featured. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

PABLO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT GRILL & CANTINA

12 N. Second St., Fernandina, 261-0049 Pablo’s, in Fernandina’s historic district, serves authentic Mexican fare like chimichangas, fajitas, burritos, tacos, daily specials, and vegetarian. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

PEPE’S HACIENDA Y RESTAURANT

3615 DuPont Ave., Ste. 900, Lakewood, 636-8131 The place includes an ethnic grocery store. Pepe’s offers authentic burritos, tortillas, seafood, soups and fresh-baked in-house breads. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily

PEPPER’S MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA

Dominican black bean soup and Pete’s bourbon pecan pie.

Outside dining. $$$ FB L D Daily

ANGIE’S SUBS

1436 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 246-2519

ANGIE’S GROM SUBS

204 Third Ave. S., Jax Beach, 241-3663 2015 Best of Jax Winner Home of the original baked sub, Angie’s has been serving subs, made with the freshest ingredients, to devoted locals for more than 25 years. One word: Peruvian. In addition to hot or cold subs, Angie’s offers huge salads and blue-ribbon iced tea. Grom, the kid brother of the original Angie’s, serves Sunday brunch and a variety of subs, but no alcohol. $ K BW TO L D Daily

530 Centre St., Fernandina, 277-2011 13475 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 1, Intracoastal, 221-2300 96096 Lofton Square Ct., Yulee, 491-6955 The casual, family-friendly restaurant features daily specials, and HH runs all day, every day. Margaritas are featured. $$ FB K L D Daily

BARZ LIQUORS & FISH CAMP

SAUCY TACO

BEACHCOMBER RESTAURANT

450 S.R. 13 N., Ste. 113, Julington, 287-8226, saucytaco.com Authentic light Mexican and American influences are apparent in each dish. There are 40 beers on draft. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

SURFING SOMBRERO

221 First St. N., Jax Beach, 834-9377 The Sombrero serves a substantial menu of authentic items diners can enjoy gazing at the Atlantic Ocean – like paella.

Drink specials. Dine inside or outside. $ FB L D Daily

TACOLU BAJA MEXICANA

1712 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 249-8226, tacolu.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Fresh, Baja-style fare with a focus on fish tacos, tequila (more than 135 kinds) and mezcal (20 and counting). Menu highlights include bangin’ shrimp, carne asada and carnitas, as well as daily fresh fish selections. The guacamole is made fresh every day, too. And the tequila selection is something else. $$ FB K R Sat. & Sun.; L D Tue.-Sun.

TEQUILAS

10915 Baymeadows, Ste. 101, 363-1365, tequilasjacksonville.com The new Mexican place features casa-style dishes made with fresh – and spicy hot – ingredients. Vegetarian dishes are available. Top-shelf tequilas, daily drink specials. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

TIJUANA FLATS

9942 Old Baymeadows Rd., 641-1090 5907 Roosevelt Blvd., Ste. 100, 908-4343 13529 Beach Blvd., 223-0041 5635 San Jose Blvd., 737-9938 13820 Old St. Augustine Rd., 262-0484 2025 Riverside Ave., Ste. 205, 389-5630, tijuanaflats.com The fresh Tex-Mex menu features a hot bar with rotating sauces. Not a microwave or freezer in sight – everything is made from fresh ingredients. $ BW K TO L D Daily

NEIGHBORHOOD HANGOUTS A1A ALE WORKS

1 King St., St. Augustine, 829-2977, a1aaleworks.com The two-story brew pub, overlooking the restored Bridge of Lions, makes six varieties of beer and serves New World cuisine, indoors or out on the balcony. $$ FB L D Daily

ALICE & PETE’S PUB

1000 PGA Tour Blvd., Ponte Vedra, 285-7777, sawgrassmarriott.com Inspired by World Golf Hall of Famers Alice and Pete Dye, architects of Stadium and Valley courses, the pub offers Northeast Florida flavors and Alice & Pete’s favorites, like

9560 Heckscher Dr., Northside, 251-3330 This authentic fish camp is a real neighborhood joint – bikerfriendly and American-owned – and it supports veterans with participation in Wreaths Across America. There’s a package store on the premises and it’s on the way to Huguenot Park. $ FB L D Daily 2 A St., St. Augustine Beach, 471-3744 One of the few spots in St. Augustine where you can eat on the beach, the casual spot serves a full lunch and dinner menu like fresh local oysters, shrimp, seafood and Beachcomber’s award-winning chowder. Dine inside or out at picnic tables. $$ BW K L D Daily

BEACH HUT CAFÉ

1281 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 249-3516 Celebrating more than 28 years in the biz, Beach Hut Café often wins the Best Breakfast category in our Best of Jax readers poll. The full breakfast menu is served all day (get the darn good grits); hot plate specials Mon.-Fri. Expect a wait on weekends – this place packs out. $ K TO B R L Daily

BILLY’S BOAT HOUSE GRILL

2321 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 241-9771, billysboathousegrill.com At Beach Marine with a view of the Intracoastal Waterway, Billy’s focuses on fresh local seafood and hand-trimmed steaks. Oyster and wing specials every Thur. $$ FB K R, Sat.Sun.; L D Daily

THE BLIND RABBIT WHISKEY BAR

311 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 595-5915 901 King St., 337-0146, theblindrabbitwhiskeybar.com A variety of New American burgers – try the whiskey smoked burger served on a brioche bun and a maple bacon milkshake for dessert. $$ FB L D Daily

CANDLELIGHT SOUTH

1 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 819-0588, candlelightsouth.com The casual restaurant, originally started in Scarsdale, N.Y., offers fish tacos, sandwiches, wings, desserts and sangria.

Daily specials. $ BW K TO L D Daily

CAP’S ON THE WATER

4325 Myrtle St., Vilano Beach, 824-8794, capsonthewater.com The Intracoastal restaurant is a Vilano Beach mainstay, serving coastal cuisine indoors or out on a large, oak-shaded deck.

Kids romp along the water while grownups enjoy a long meal (fresh local shrimp, raw oyster bar) or a sunset. Boat access available. $$ FB K L Fri.-Sun.; D Nightly

CLIFF’S BAR & GRILL

3033 Monument Rd., Ste. 2, Intracoastal, 645-5162 Cliff’s features 8-ounce burgers, wings, seafood, homemade pizza and other daily specials, including the weekend handcut 12-ounce New York strip. Weekday HH. Smoking permitted. $$ FB TO L D Daily

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Located in 5 Points, Derby on Park offers dinner specials and sandwiches, as well as a full bar.

<<< FROM PREVIOUS ENGINE 15 BREWING CO.

1500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 217, Jax Beach, 249-2337, engine15.com The popular restaurant serves gastropub fare like soups, salads, flatbreads and specialty sandwiches, including bar-bcuban and beer dip. Craft beers, too – ask how you can sign up for brew groups. $ FB K L Tue.-Sun.; D Nightly

EPIK BURGER

12740 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 105, Intracoastal, 374-7326, epikburger.com More than 35 burgers made from quality grass-fed beef, ahi tuna, all-natural chicken and vegan are created with innovative recipes; gluten-free options are available. $ TO L D Mon.-Sat.

EUROPEAN STREET CAFE

992 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 249-3001 2753 Park St., Riverside, 384-9999 5500 Beach Blvd., Southside, 398-1717 1704 San Marco Blvd., 398-9500, europeanstreet.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner With more than 130 imported beers, 20 on tap, E-Street (each one is family-owned-andoperated) knows its beers and ales. The NYC-style sandwich menu includes a classic Reuben, overstuffed sandwiches.

Outside seating at some locations. $ BW K L D Daily

GAS FULL SERVICE RESTAURANT

9 Anastasia Blvd., Ste. C, St. Augustine, 217-0326 The changing menu items are fresh, local and homemade.

Casual fare like meatloaf and veggie and traditional burgers, seafood and steaks, as well as seasonal, daily specials and made-from-scratch desserts. It’s comfort food with an innovative twist. $$ BW K TO L D Tue.-Sat.

GIGI’S RESTAURANT

3130 Hartley Rd., Mandarin, 694-4300, gigisbuffet.com In the Ramada, Gigi’s serves a prime rib and crab leg buffet Fri. and Sat., blue-jean brunch on Sun., daily breakfast buffet and lunch and dinner buffets. $$$ FB B R L D Daily

KARIBREW BREW PUB & GRUB

27 N. Third St., Amelia Island, 277-5269, cafekaribo.com The island’s first microbrewery is next door to its sister restaurant, Cafe Karibo. Karibrew offers a variety of beers, spirits and pub food. $$ FB TO R Sun.; L Daily; D Tue.-Sun.

KITCHEN ON SAN MARCO

1402 San Marco Blvd., 396-2344, kitchenonsanmarco.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner The popular gastropub offers local and national craft beers, specialty cocktails, and a seasonal menu focusing on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Now serving Sunday brunch. $$ FB R Sun.; L D Daily

M SHACK

299 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-2599 10281 Midtown Pkwy., Southside, 642-5000 1012 Margaret St., Riverside, 423-1283, mshackburgers.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Brothers David and Matthew Medure are flippin’ burgers at these restaurants, featuring a variety of burgers, hot dogs, fries, shakes and more familiar fare at moderate prices. Dine indoors or outside for great people-watching at Beaches Town Center, St. Johns Town Center and Riverside. A new M Shack opens soon in Nocatee. $$ BW L D Daily

OASIS RESTAURANT & DECK

4000 A1A/Ocean Trace Rd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-3424 Just a block from the Atlantic, The Oasis is a favorite spot for burgers and daily specials, 24 draft beers, HH Mon.-Fri. $ FB K B L D Daily

PANAMA HATTIE’S

361 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2192, panamahattiesbar.com Across from St. Johns County pier, the spot serves casual beach fare in a Key West-style atmosphere. Dine inside or on the ocean-view deck upstairs. $ FB L D Daily

POE’S TAVERN

3333 Beach Blvd., Ste. 1, San Marco, 551-2048, hamburgermarys.com Wings, sammies, nachos, entrées, specialty drinks, gourmet burgers – made with beef, blackbean, turkey or chicken. $$ K TO FB L D Daily

363 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-7637, poestavern.com/atlantic-beach Named for Baltimore’s macabre poet Edgar Allan Poe, the American gastropub has 50-plus beers, gourmet hamburgers, ground in-house, cooked to order, hand-cut French fries, fish tacos, entrée-size salads, Edgar’s Drunken Chili, daily fish sandwich special. $$ FB K L D Daily

HIGHTIDE BURRITO COMPANY

RAIN DOGS

HAMBURGER MARY’S BAR & GRILLE

1538 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 683-7396, hightideburrito.com Locally-owned-and-operated by Alejandro Juarez, the casual Mexican place has homemade salsas, marinades and tortillas. Beef, pork, fish or cactus are served in burritos, tacos, salads or tortas. $ FB K B L D Daily

HOURGLASS PUB & COFFEE HOUSE

345 E. Bay St., Downtown, 469-1719, hourglasspub.com New to The Elbow area, the lively Hourglass offers a variety of beers – craft, local and more – wines, cocktails and coffees. Hookahs. $$ D Tue.-Sun.

THE HYPPO

48 Charlotte St., St. Augustine, 217-7853 70 St. George St., St. Augustine, 547-2980

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90 Riverside Ave., Ste. 605, 551-0361, thehyppo.com The popular spots offer popsicles of unexpected flavors, created with premium ingredients, as well as coffee pour-overs, cold-brew coffees and freshly handcrafted sandwiches and salads. The Charlotte site offers popsicles only. $ TO Daily

1045 Park St., Riverside, 379-4969 2015 Best of Jax Winner Local-centric fare and bar food; the menu selection changes at the drop of a hat. $ D

RENDEZVOUS RESTAURANT

106 St. George St., St. Augustine, 824-1090 Beer is the specialty at the German-style beer house, with more than 200 varieties from around the world, and a rotating draft selection. Pair one with a hot or cold deli sandwich. The kitchen’s open for late lunch during the week, till 2 a.m. Fri. and Sat. $$ BW TO L D Daily

SALTWATER COWBOYS

299 Dondanville Rd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2332, saltwatercowboys.com

The popular landmark restaurant serves tourists and locals in a turn-of-the-century fish camp amid saltwater marshes.

Local seafood, barbecue, ribs and chicken. $$ BW D Nightly

SEACHASERS

831 First St. N., Jax Beach, 372-0444, seachasers.com The new beach place to be has four areas to enjoy: First Street Bar, Music Room, Beach Bar, and Dining Room.

Daily HH. Dine inside or on the patio. $$ FB L D Daily

SILVER COW

1506 King St., Riverside, 379-6968, silvercowjax.com Laid-back, cozy, subdued spot serves craft beers, wines.

Nightly specials. HH 4-7. The full menu is ever-expanding. $$ BW L D Daily.

SMASHBURGER

630 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 241-2666, smashburger.com Do-it-yourself burgers and chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, salads, sides and fries are served at this popular beach spot. $ BW K TO L D Daily

STIR IT UP

18 A St., St. Augustine Beach, 461-4552, stiritupstaug.com Reggae-named fresh sandwiches, wraps and smoothies are served just steps from the ocean. Try Burrita Marley (hummus and avocado burrito) or Pita Tosh (turkey, hummus and sprouts). $ K TO L Daily; D Thur.-Sat.

SUNSET GRILLE

421 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-5555, sunsetgrillea1a.com The Key West-style restaurant serves fresh local seafood, steaks and sandwiches inside or at open-air counters. Dine inside or on the deck. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily

TAPS BAR & GRILL

2220 C.R. 210 W., Ste. 314, St. Johns, 819-1554 1605 C.R. 220, Fleming Island, 278-9421, tapspublichouse.com The menu has starters, burgers, sandwiches, entrées and a kids’ selection, all prepared to order with fresh ingredients.

There are more than 50 premium domestic and imported beers on tap along with a full bar. $$ FB K L D Daily

TASTY’S BURGERS & FRIES

710 Centre St., Fernandina, 321-0409, tastysamelia.com In Fernandina’s historic district, fresh fast-food alternative, with an innovative approach to combining the freshest meats, hand-cut fries, homemade sauces and soups and hand-spun shakes. $ BW K L D Daily

T-RAY’S BURGER STATION

202 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach, 261-6310 2015 Best of Jax Winner This hidden gem, family-ownedand-operated for more than 18 years, is actually inside an old gas station, but it doesn’t escape the notice of tourists or locals. T-Ray’s often wins Best Burger on Amelia Island in our Best of Jax readers’ poll, and is famous on the island for its blue plate specials. $ BW TO B L Mon.-Sat.

THE WELL WATERING HOLE

3928 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 9, 737-7740, thewellwateringhole.com A bistro for local craft beers, wine by the glass or bottle and champagne cocktails. Meatloaf sandwiches, pulled Peruvian chicken, homestyle vegan black bean burgers. $$ BW K TO D Tue.-Sat.; L Mon.-Fri.

WHISKEY JAX

10915 Baymeadows, Ste. 135, 634-7208,

whiskeyjax.com The new gastropub has craft beers, gourmet burgers, handhelds, street fare tacos, signature plates and whiskey. HH. $$ FB L D Fri., Sat. & Sun.; D Daily.

ZETA BREWING COMPANY

131 First Ave. N., Jax Beach, 372-0727, zetajax.com Zeta is now brewing its own beer, hence the name change.

This place has tapas and sharing plates, big-deal nachos, pizzas, wings, tacos, flats, sandwiches and made-to-order burgers. Cocktails, martinis and moonshine, too. It’s latenight upscale urban fusion. $$ FB TO R L D Daily

PIZZERIAS ALE PIE HOUSE

3951 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 503-8000, alepiehouse.com Pizza made your way – New York, Chicago, gluten-free – plus subs, paninis, calzones, strombolis, wraps and dinners.

Gluten-free, vegan cheese available. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

AL’S PIZZA

303 Atlantic Blvd., Beaches Town Center, Atlantic Beach, 249-0002 11190 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 260-4115 635 A1A, Ponte Vedra Beach, 543-1494 14286 Beach Blvd., Ste. 31, Intracoastal, 223-0991 1620 Margaret St., Ste. 201, Riverside, 388-8384 8060 Philips Hwy., Baymeadows Junction, 731-4300 1 St. George St., St. Augustine, 824-4383, alspizza.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Folio Weekly Magazine readers often vote for Al’s for Best Pizza in our annual BOJ poll. Celebrating more than 20 years and seven locations, Al’s offers a selection of New York-style and gourmet pizzas, as well as baked dishes. All-day HH Mon.-Thur. $ FB K TO L D Daily

ARON’S PIZZA

650 Park Ave., Orange Park, 269-1007, aronspizza.com The extensive menu at this family-owned restaurant includes eggplant dishes, manicotti and New York-style pizzas. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

ARTÉ PIZZA

109 N. Third St., Fernandina, 277-1515 The wood-fired oven renders specialty pizzas like a traditional Napoli pizzeria, topped with imported cheeses, plum tomatoes and other fresh ingredients. Arté serves authentic Italian dishes like eggplant parmigiana and caprese salad. Outside seating. $$ TO L Fri.-Sun.; D Wed.-Mon.

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BRUCCI’S PIZZA, PASTA, PANINIS

7860 Gate Parkway, Southside, 232-8373 540 S.R. 13, Ste. 10, Fruit Cove, 287-8317 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 36, Intracoastal, 223-6913 880 A1A, Ste. 8, Ponte Vedra, 280-7677, bruccispizza.com With three Northeast Florida spots, Brucci’s offers authentic New York-style pizza, pastas and desserts in a family atmosphere. HH Mon.-Fri. $ BW K TO L D Daily

CARMELO’S MARKETPLACE & PIZZERIA

146 King St., St. Augustine, 494-6658, carmelosmarketplace.com In addition to New York-style brick-oven-baked pizza, Carmelo’s has freshly baked sub rolls, Boar’s Head meats and cheeses, stromboli and garlic herb wings. Outdoor seating, WiFi. $$ BW TO L D Daily

CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILL

Jax Landing, Downtown, 354-7747, chicagopizzajax Deep-dish pizzas, hot dogs and Italian beef dishes are offered by Chicago’s Comastro family, serving Windy City faves for 25-plus years. They import ingredients all the way from exotic, far-away Illinois – that’s authentic. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

DaVINCI’S PIZZA

469 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-2001, davincispizzabar.com DaVinci’s customers are loyal to this family-owned-andoperated pizzeria, which uses fresh, quality ingredients for its pies. Free beaches area delivery; call for details. $$ BW TO L D Tue.-Sun.

JENK’S PIZZA

2245 C.R. 210 W., Ste. 112, Julington Creek, 826-1555, jenkspizza.com Family-owned-and-operated, with subs, NY-style pizzas, calzones and a variety of Italian dishes. Delivery available. $ BW K TO L D Daily

JOEY BROOKLYN FAMOUS PIZZERIA

7860 Gate Pkwy., Ste. 107, Southside, 683-8737 Joey Pizza’s creations feature fresh dough, cheeses and meat toppings on the pizza pies; there’s also wings and Italian dishes. $$ BW TO B L D Daily

JOSEPH’S PIZZA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT

BIG PETE’S PIZZERIA ITALIAN RESTAURANT

118 N. Julia St., Downtown, 356-2680, bigpetes.net Big Pete’s makes everything from scratch, including pizza, calzones, baked ziti and wraps. Barbecue is served, too. $ TO L D Mon.-Fri.

30 Ocean Blvd., Beaches Town Center, Atlantic Beach, 270-1122 7316 N. Main St., Northside, 765-0335, josephspizza.com For nearly 60 years, this family-owned-and-operated restaurant has offered hot pasta dishes, gourmet pizzas and veal entrées, plus an extensive beer and wine selection.

Open Mondays from Memorial Day to Labor Day at the beach. Delivery available at beaches location. $$ BW TO K L D Daily; R Sat. & Sun. (only at beaches location)

BORRILLO’S PIZZA & SUBS

LIBRETTO’S PIZZERIA & ITALIAN KITCHEN

88 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 829-1133, borrillospizza.com John Zappa’s New York-style restaurant serves hot and cold subs, pasta dishes, and pizzas by the pie or slice. $ BW K TO L D Daily

BRICK OVEN PIZZERIA & GASTROPUB

1811 Town Center Blvd., Fleming Island, 278-1770, brickovengastropub.com Family-owned-and-operated, this spot has freshly made brick-oven pizzas, specialty burgers, melts and wraps. Craft beers. Gluten-free items available. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

BRIXX WOOD FIRED PIZZA

220 Riverside Ave., 300-3928, brixxpizza.com The new place offers wood-fired pizzas, pastas, soups and salads. Gluten-free options available. Daily specials and buyone-get-one pizzas 10 p.m.-close. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

BROOKLYN PIZZA

13820 Old St. Augustine Rd., Bartram Park, 880-0020, brooklynpizzajax.com The owners are from Brooklyn, N.Y., so it makes sense that the Brooklyn Special Pizza is a customer fave. The menu also features calzones, white pizza and homestyle lasagna. $$

4880 Big Island Dr., Ste. 1, Southside, 402-8888, librettospizzeria.com Authentic NYC pizzeria brings Big Apple crust, cheese and sauce to Jax. Librettos serves third-generation family-style Italian classics, fresh-from-the-oven calzones, and desserts in a casual, comfy setting. $$ TO L D Daily

THE LOOP PIZZA GRILL

211 Third St., Neptune Beach, 241-8476 869 Sadler Rd., Fernandina, 321-0093 4000 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 384-7301 8221 Southside Blvd., Deerwood, 645-7788 450 S.R. 13, Fruit Cove, 230-2202 9965 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 262-2210 550 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 269-0756 2014 San Marco Blvd., 399-5667 101 Marketside Ave., Nocatee, 834-2078 4413 Town Center Pkwy., 527-8900, looppizzagrill.com The Loop has been serving made-to-order pizza, wraps, firegrilled items and truly great burgers for more than 30 years.

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Amelia Island’s newest restaurant, Burlingame presents farm-fresh fare in a charming atmosphere.

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Jax Beach’s new place Gusto serves up authentic Roma cuisine.

cuisine. Local faves include spinach pizza and chicken spinach calzones. There’s ravioli, lasagna and parmigiana.

Outside dining. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

<<< FROM PREVIOUS the way. One NB lifeguard we know just lives for the vanilla milkshakes. $ BW K TO L D Daily

11925 Beach Blvd., Ste. 205, Intracoastal, 570-9228, pizzashackwoodfired.com This casual, family-friendly pizza joint can accomodate any size group or team. Burgers, hot dogs, wings and … pizzas! $$ BW K TO L D Daily

MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS

POMPEII COAL-FIRED PIZZA

1018 Third St. N., Ste. 2, Jax Beach, 241-5600 3611 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 388-0200 9734 Deer Lake Ct., Ste. 1, Tinseltown, 997-1955 1800 Town Center Blvd., Fleming Island, 541-1999 15170 Max Leggett Pkwy., Northside, 757-8843 410 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 826-4040, mellowmushroom.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Bite Club Certified These popular spots serve gourmet pizzas with spring water dough, hoagies and salads. Pies range from Mighty Meaty to vegetarian like the Kosmic Karma. Mellow Mushroom offers 35 beers on tap – some local crafts – and a full bar.

HH all day, every day. Outside dining available. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

MIKEY’S PIZZA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT

7544 Beach Blvd., Southside, 721-7333, mikeyspizzajax.com Family-owned for 35-plus years, Mikey’s serves Old New York style thin-crust pizzas, pasta, chicken and seafood dishes. Italian lunch buffet, take-out and delivery within three miles. $ K TO L D Mon.-Sat.

MOON RIVER PIZZA

925 S. 14th St., Fernandina, 321-3400, moonriverpizza.net 1176 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill, 389-4442 2015 Best of Jax Winner Local artwork hangs on walls and rock music is pumped into the dining room. Authentic Northern-style pizzas, available with 20-plus toppings, served by pie or the slice. Calzones and salads. $ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.

NEW YORK PIZZA COMPANY

163 Palencia Village Dr., St. Johns, 825-4545, mynewyorkpizzacompany.com All the pizzas are hand-tossed, made with their own dough and spiced tomato sauce, and baked in a stone oven. Salads, cheesy calzones, pasta dishes, hot hero sandwiches and desserts. Delivery available. $ BW TO L D Daily

PICASSO’S PIZZERIA

10503 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 880-0811, jaxpicassos.com Picasso’s specializes in hand-tossed gourmet pizza, calzones, homemade New York-style cheesecake and handmade pasta, fresh local seafood and steaks. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

PI INFINITE COMBINATIONS

2134 Park Ave., Orange Park, 264-6116 Family-owned-and-operated Pompeii is one of the few pizza places with distinctive, flavorful pies made in coal-fired ovens. Coal-fired wings, espresso and cappuccino. $ BW TO L D Daily

THE RED ELEPHANT PIZZA & GRILL

10131 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 12, Mandarin, 683-3773, redelephantpizza.com The casual, family-friendly eatery serves pizzas, sandwiches, grill specials, burgers, pastas, and gluten-free-friendly items. $ FB K L D Daily

RENNA’S PIZZA

11111 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 12, Mandarin, 292-2300 6001 Argyle Forest Blvd., Ste. 16, Orange Park, 771-7677 592 Marsh Landing Pkwy., Jax Beach, 273-3113, rennaspizza.com The casual NY-style pizzerias serve calzones, antipasto, parmigiana – and terrific pizzas, too – and homemade breads. Buy by the slice – they’re huge – or a full pie.

Delivery available. And a new Baymeadows store is set to open in the fall. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

TOMMY’S BRICK OVEN PIZZA

4160 Southside Blvd., Ste. 2, 565-1999, tbopizza.com Tommy’s creates NY-style thin crust, brick-oven-cooked pizzas (gluten-free) plus calzones and sandwiches made to order, with Thumann’s no-MSG meats and Grande cheeses.

Boylan’s soda. Curbside pick-up. $$ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.

V PIZZA

1406 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 527-1511 528 First St. N., Jax Beach, 853-6633, vpizza.com New to San Marco and Jax Beach, V Pizza offers true Neapolitana pizzas with the freshest ingredients, a rare class of artisan pizza from Naples – Italy, not Florida, silly. $$ FB TO L D Daily

YOUR PIE

1545 C.R. 220, Ste. 125, Fleming Island, 379-9771, yourpie.com It’s a fast, casual concept: Choose from three doughs, nine sauces, seven cheeses and 40-plus toppings and create your own pizza. They stick it in a fiery-hot brick oven for five minutes and ta-da: It’s your pie. Subs, sandwiches, gelato. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

REGIONAL CUISINE

19 S. Third St., Fernandina, 432-8535, piinfinitecombinations.com It’s all bar service at the New York-style pizza joint. Specialty pizzas, by the pie or huge slice, with toppings like sliced truffle mushrooms, whole little neck clams, eggs or shrimp.

Dine inside or in the courtyard, where there’s a fountain. $$ BW TO L D Wed.-Sun.

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PIZZALLEY’S

504 W. Geoffrey St., St. Augustine, 547-2723, theblackmollygrill.com Fresh, local seafood, steaks cut from the loin, and a variety of pasta dishes are served in a casual atmosphere. Nonstop HH. $$ FB K L D Daily

117 St. George St., St. Augustine, 825-2627, pizzalleys.net The downtown eatery has wings, salads and, of course, pizza – including free samples to passersby. The Garbage Can pizza: a supreme with everything. Outdoor patio seating. $$ BW TO L D Daily

29 S. Third St., Fernandina, 277-7919, 29southrestaurant.com In Fernandina’s historic downtown, this popular bistro’s Chef Scotty Schwartz serves traditional regional cuisine with a modern twist. $$ L Tue.-Sat.; D Mon.-Sat.; R Sat.

THE BLACK MOLLY GRILL

BRETT’S WATERWAY CAFÉ

60 Charlotte St., 825-4100, pizzalleyschiantiroom.com Sister to Pizzalley St. George, the Room serves homemade ristorante fare in a Tuscany setting. $$ BW TO L D Daily

1 S. Front St., Ste. 2, Fernandina, 261-2660 On the water at historic Centre Street’s end, it’s Southern hospitality in an upscale atmosphere, featuring daily specials, fresh local seafood and aged beef. $$$ FB L D Daily

PIZZA PALACE RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA

THE CANDY APPLE CAFÉ & COCKTAILS

PIZZALLEY’S CHIANTI ROOM

1959 San Marco Blvd., 399-8815, pizzapalacejax.com The relaxed, family-owned restaurant serves homestyle

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PIZZA SHACK WOOD FIRED

400 N. Hogan St., Downtown, 353-9717, candyapplecafeandcocktails.com

Chef-driven Southern/French fusion cuisine, a full bar, plus sandwiches, entrées and salads. Innovative craft cocktails. $$ FB K L Daily; D Tue.-Sat.

desserts are featured, along with a large collection of antiques and a garden setting. $$$ FB D Tue.-Sat.

COPPER TAP HOUSE

110 Riberia St., St. Augustine, 829-6553, iceplantbar.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner The vintage-inspired place (a former ice plant, obvee) in the historic area has a farm-totable menu utilizing locally sourced ingredients; the drinks are hand-crafted with house-made bitters and syrups. $$$ FB TO L Mon.-Fri.; D Nightly

13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 25, Intracoastal, 647-6595, copperjax.com Regional craft cuisine and beers, brunch Sat. and Sun., beer flights – Copper Tap has it all. HH daily. $$ FB K TO D Daily

COQUINA BEACH SURF CLUB

THE ICE PLANT BAR

LULU’S AT THE THOMPSON HOUSE

451 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2434, coquinabeachsurfclub.com The beach-centric restaurant’s chefs offer seasonal seafood, select beef entrées, seasonal produce, burgers, sandwiches and specials. An extensive wine list is featured. $$ FB K R Sat. & Sun.; D Nightly

11 S. Seventh St., Fernandina, 432-8394, lulusamelia.com An innovative lunch menu includes po’boys and seafood little plates served in a historic house. The dinner menu features fresh local seafood, like Fernandina shrimp. Reservations recommended. $$$ BW K TO R Sun.; L D Tue.-Sat.

THE DUNES CRACKER HOUSE

MILLER’S ALE HOUSE & RAW BAR

641 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 461-5725 The rustic Florida-style spot is popular for drinks, dinner, dancing and daily specials. $$ B L Fri.-Sun.; D Nightly

THE FLORIDIAN

39 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 829-0655, thefloridianstaug.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Paying homage to Old Florida with updated Southern fare, made with fresh, local ingredients from area farms. Vegetarian and gluten-free options, too. Signature items include fried green tomato bruschetta, blackened fish cornbread stack and grits with shrimp, fish or tofu. $$$ BW K TO L D Wed.-Mon.

FOLKFOOD

219 N. Hogan St., Downtown, 379-7705, folkfoodjax.com Southern specialties, coastal cuisine, like fried catfish, Florida citrus kale salad, blackened mahi mahi tacos and meatloaf with curry sauce. Desserts are made in-house daily. $ BW TO L D Mon.-Fri.

GILBERT’S UNDERGROUND KITCHEN

510 S. Eighth St., 310-6374, Fernandina, undergroundkitchen.com In this neighborhood-driven place, Chef Kenny Gilbert (season seven of Top Chef) serves Deep Southern American cuisine, locally sourcing produce. Dine inside or on a patio. $$ BW K TO L D Wed.-Sat. & Mon.; R Sun.

THE HILLTOP

2030 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 272-5959, hilltop-club.com The Hilltop serves dinner in formal, Southern-inflected dining spaces. Specialties include New Orleans shrimp, certified Black Angus prime rib and she-crab soup. Homemade

11112 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 19, Mandarin, 292-0003 1756 Wells Rd., Ste. A, Orange Park, 278-4600 9541 Regency Square Blvd. S., 720-0551 9711 Deer Lake Ct., Southside, 565-2882 3238 Hodges Blvd., 821-5687, millersalehouse.com Ale Houses specialize in generous portions and friendly service in a nautical atmosphere. Fresh fish, specialty pastas, oysters, clams, and 32 draft beer varieties. $$ FB K L D Daily

MOXIE KITCHEN + COCKTAILS

4972 Big Island Dr., Southside, 998-9744, moxiefl.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Chef Tom Gray’s restaurant features creative, innovative contemporary American cuisine – seafood, steaks, pork, burgers, salads, sides and desserts – using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. $$$ FB K R Sunday; L Mon.-Fri.; D Nightly

OCEAN BAR & GRILLE

333 First St. N., Jax Beach, 595-5965, oceangrille.net This spot serves modern American fare, like fresh seafood, steaks and wraps. Outdoor oceanfront dining completes the casual upscale experience. $$ BW K R, Sun.; L D Daily

RIVER CITY BREWING COMPANY

835 Museum Circle, 398-2299, rivercitybrew.com On the Southbank Riverwalk by the St. Johns, River City has fresh seafood, steaks and daily chef’s creations. Nosh in an enclosed dining room or out on a marina dining deck. $$ FB R L D Mon.-Sat.

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BITE BY BITE: culinary icons of northeast florida

FRUIT BY THE SEA

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itrus is practically Florida’s logo.

Heck, citrus is even on our license plates and advertised on interstates, highways and dirt roads all over the land. The “Sunshine State” may as well have been named for bright, juicy oranges bursting with flavor rather than that fiery ball that keeps us in shorts and flops most of the year, shelling out of money to dermatologists.

But Florida has more fruit to offer than just oranges. There are strawberries and blueberries at pay-by-the-pound u-pick farms where you, the fruit-lusting adventurer, get to pick as many red and blue beauties you can. There’s also wild fruit, such as blackberries, palm fruit (which makes a great jelly), prickly pear cactus (also makes a great jelly, but stay off the dunes) and grapes.

The local varieties of muscadine aren’t awesome snacks BUT you can make wine with them – that’s right, wine.

Newsflash, canned fruit loyalists: Inseason fruit is some of the best there is.

Eating fresh local fruit is like drowning in candy, each bite sweeter than the last.

But it’s a fleeting season, so get creative to preserve that tasty bounty. Mixed berry pies, lemon curds, strawberry and blueberry shortcakes are on the menu, and that’s just getting started. Use lemon peels for Limóncello – if you’re of age – which you can also use to flavor cakes, frostings, sauces and more if you’re not 21 yet. And don’t forget about jams and marmalade!

If you play your fruit right, you’ll be able to make so many scrumptious things to enjoy sun-ripened fresh fruit flavors all year long.

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A landmark in Atlantic Beach, Ragtime offers house-brewed craft beers, a full bar and a regional menu.

chart-house.com On the St. Johns River since 1982, the upscale restaurant serves fresh fish, seafood and prime rib. $$$$ FB D Nightly

<<< FROM PREVIOUS SAVANNAH BISTRO

14670 Duval Rd., 741-4404, cpjacksonvilleairport.com Low Country Southern fare, with a twist of Mediterranean and French inspiration, at Crowne Plaza Airport. Favorites include crab cakes, New York strip, she crab soup and mahi mahi. $$$ FB K B L D Daily

SEASONS 52

5096 Big Island Dr., Southside, 645-5252, seasons52.com The casual, sophisticated fresh grill and wine bar offers a seasonally changing menu and an award-winning international wine list. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

THE SOUTHERN GRILL

800 Flagler Ave., Southbank, 858-9800, thesoutherngrilljax.com The Grill has salads, veggie platters, sandwiches, melts and wraps. Breakfast includes omelets, a variety of egg combinations and pancakes. $$$ B L Mon.-Sat.

TABLE 1

330 A1A N., Ste. 208, Ponte Vedra, 280-5515, table-1.com The upscale, casual restaurant offers a variety of items, from appetizers to entrées to salads, as well as a wine bar with an extensive list of wines by the glass. $$$ FB L D Daily

SEAFOOD A LA CARTE

331 First Ave. N., Jax Beach, 241-2005, alacarte-jax.com Authentic New England fare: Maine lobster rolls, fried Ipswich clams, crab or clam cake sandwich, fried shrimp basket, clam chowdah, birch beer and blueberry soda. Dine in or on the deck. Gluten-free options, some menu items are available in the shop. $$ TO L Thur.-Tue.

AW SHUCKS

9041 Southside Blvd., Ste. 138C, 888-0639, chattycrab.com Chef Dana Pollard’s raw oysters, Nawlins-style low country boil, po’ boys and 50¢ wing specials are popular at this comfy place. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

CLARK’S FISH CAMP

12903 Hood Landing Rd., Julington, 268-3474, clarksfishcamp.com Known for its wild array of taxidermed creatures, Clark’s has gator and turtle, steak, ribs and daily all-you-can-eat catfish dinners. Dine indoors, outdoors, or in a glassenclosed room with a view of Julington Creek. $$ FB K L Sat. & Sun. D Nightly

THE CRAB TRAP

31 N. Second St., Fernandina, 261-4749, ameliacrabtrap.com For many years, family-owned-and-operated Crab Trap has been serving fresh local seafood and steaks. Food and drink specials are featured. $$ FB L D Daily

CREEKSIDE DINERY

160 Nix Boatyard Rd., St. Augustine, 829-6113, creeksidedinery.com The Old Florida respite, with an outdoor deck and a fire pit, overlooks Gonzales Creek. Creekside serves a variety of beef, chicken and seafood dishes, with an emphasis on lowcountry cooking. $$ FB K D Nightly

THE FISH COMPANY RESTAURANT

725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 12, Atlantic Beach, 246-0123, thefishcojax.com Bite Club certified The casual, laid-back beach restaurant and oyster raw bar in North Beach Center serves fresh local seafood including Mayport shrimp and oysters, crab and lobster. Homestyle desserts, too. Patio seating available; all-day HH every Sun. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

9743 Old St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 240-0368, awshucksjax.com The seafood place has an oyster bar, steaks, seafood, wings and pasta. Favorites are ahi tuna, shrimp & grits, oysters Rockefeller, pitas and kabobs. Sweet potato puffs are the signature side. WiFi, outdoor dining. $$ FB K L D Daily

FLAMING SEAFOOD & SHAO KAO BBQ

BARNACLE BILL’S

FLORIDA CRACKER CAFÉ

1289 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 853-6398 The new JB place (is it Chinese? Barbecue? Seafood?) serves a variety of meats and vegetables, spiced and skewered on bamboo sticks – like the popular Chinese street food. $ BW TO L D Daily

14 Castillo Dr., St. Augustine, 824-3663, barnaclebillsonline.com For 30-plus years, the family restaurant has served seafood, oysters, gator tail, steak and fried shrimp. Some dishes are infused with their Datl Do It hot sauce products. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

81-B St. George St., St. Augustine, 829-0397, floridacrackercafe.com A contemporary dining room and outdoor garden dining are featured here. Faves include blackened scallops, crab-cakestuffed shrimp and Florida gator tail. $$ BW K L D Daily

BEACHSIDE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & MARKET

69 Lewis Blvd., St. Augustine, 827-1822, hurricanepattys.net At Oyster Creek Marina east of U.S. 1, this spot has a large creekfront deck, lunch specials and AYCE dinners. Daily HH; dock space for boaters. $$ FB L D Daily

120 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 444-8862, beachsideseafood.info A full fresh seafood market, lunch and dinner menu seafood baskets, fish tacos, daily fish specials and Philly cheesesteaks. There are tables indoors and on the secondfloor open-air deck, with a great view of downtown Jax Beach. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

BLACKFLY THE RESTAURANT

108 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 201-6300, blackflytherestaurant.com The seafood place is semi-casual dining with a fly-fishing theme, focusing on a variety of fresh Atlantic seafood, steaks, brick-oven pizza and specialty drinks. $$$ FB K TO D Nightly

BLUE TYPHOON BAR & GRILL

2309 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 379-3789 The seafood-centric cuisine at this new place features dishes with a Caribbean flavor, as well as several raw bars, burgers, tacos, torpedos and pastas served in an island atmosphere overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. Dine inside or out on the deck. $$ FB K L D Wed.-Sun.; D Mon. & Tue.

CHART HOUSE

1501 River Place Blvd., Southbank, 398-3353,

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THE CHATTY CRAB

HURRICANE PATTY’S AT OYSTER CREEK

LULU’S WATERFRONT GRILLE

301 Roscoe Blvd. N., Palm Valley, 285-0139 On the Intracoastal Waterway, Lulu’s can be reached by land or water. The menu offers fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, burgers and specialty salads. Seating available on a screened waterfront porch. $$$ FB K TO R Sat. & Sun.; L D daily

NORTH BEACH FISH CAMP

100 First St., Neptune Beach, 249-3474, thenorthbeachfishcamp.com Ben and Liza Groshell bring their Palm Valley Fish Camp vibe smack dab in the middle of the Beaches Town Center, with an oceanview roof-top bar. Fresh, creative Southern fare, fresh seafood, and bread pudding. $$$ FB L Wed.Sun.; D Nightly

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FOLIO LIVING : PINT-SIZED

Market fluctuations have craft breweries merging, uniting and – the horror! – SELLING OUT

ADAPT OR

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OVER THE LAST 10 YEARS, CRAFT BEER HAS experienced an incredible renaissance. Beers that were once novelties, relegated to obscure shelves at local stores, now fill entire sections. But, just like the stock market, with phenomenal growth comes inevitable correction, which means that economic factors will lead some breweries to close or seek other options to remain viable.

Today, it’s quickly becoming the norm for craft brewers to form coalitions, merge with other breweries or sell to the big breweries.

Greg Koch, craft beer advocate and cofounder of Stone Brewing Company in San Diego, secured $100 million in April from a group of independent investors; the money will buy “minority, non-controlling” stakes in craft breweries. His finance platform, called “True Craft,” is designed to help craft breweries avoid being bullied into selling out to big breweries.

“They can make their own decisions about their future,” Koch told industry magazine BevNET. “They can stay independent. They can get financing and flexibility that they need to flourish, while keeping their soul and control.”

In March, Colorado-based Oskar Blues Brewery used a similar tactic to add Tampa’s Cigar City Brewing Company to its portfolio.

Through Boston private equity firm Fireman Capital Partners, Oskar Blues has been able to bring Cigar City under the same umbrella as Perrin Brewing and the Utah Brewers Cooperative outfit that includes the Wasatch and Squatters brands. The coalition strengthens each brewery individually, allowing them to retain their identity while providing financial security and access to production facilities at Oskar Blues’ Colorado and North Carolina breweries.

In February, prominent East Coast breweries Southern Tier Brewing and Victory Brewing Company announced they were merging to become Artisanal Brewing Ventures. Both breweries will retain their identities and creative control, they’ll join forces in marketing and distribution.

“Like-minded brewers, such as Victory and Southern Tier,” said Victory founder Bill Covaleski in an interview with TapTrail. com, “can preserve our character, culture and products by standing together. Allied, we can continue to innovate and best serve the audience who fueled our growth through their loyal thirst.”

There’s also a growing presence of big brewers for craft beer. It’s a sticking point for many craft beer drinkers who fear “Big Beer” will ruin craft breweries’ innovation and imagination. Breweries that sell to Big Beer are often reviled by the craft beer community. Yet despite the accusations of “Sellout!” all over the Internet after such a sale, connoisseurs still line up for Goose Island’s Bourbon County Brand Stout. (Goose Island sold to AnheuserBusch InBev in 2011.) A slew of craft brands have been bought by non-craft breweries, such as Constellation Brands’ score of Ballast Point Brewing, Heineken’s purchase of a 50 percent stake in Lagunitas Brewing Company and, most recently, MillerCoors’ grab of Georgia’s Terrapin Beer Company.

How will the buying and selling affect the craft beer industry? The jury’s still out, but for the short-term, it means more brands will be more available to more beer-lovers. How could easier access to good beer be a bad thing?

Marc Wisdom marc@folioweekly.com

<<< FROM PREVIOUS O.C. WHITE’S SEAFOOD & SPIRITS

118 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, 824-0808, ocwhitesrestaurant.com Spirits here aren’t just the bottled kind. Built in 1791, OC’s is said to be haunted. Fresh local seafood, steak and sautéed specialties. Patio dining. $$ FB L Wed.-Sun.; D Nightly

OUTBACK CRAB SHACK

8155 C.R. 13 N., St. Augustine, 522-0500, outbackcrabshack.com The rustic place on Six Mile Creek has crabs, shrimp, gator tail, conch fritters and steaks. Arriving by boat or just feel like a nice after-dinner stroll? Check out the 1,500-foot floating dock. $$ L D Daily

PALM VALLEY FISH CAMP

229 Roscoe Blvd. N., Palm Valley, 285-3200, palmvalleyfishcamp.com Ben Groshell presents the dining experience on the Intracoastal, serving dishes made with fresh ingredients, plus daily specials. Call in your order and pick it up dockside. $$$ FB K TO L Tue.-Sun.; D Nightly

RAGTIME TAVERN & SEAFOOD GRILL

207 Atlantic Blvd., Beaches Town Center, Atlantic Beach, 241-7877, ragtimetavern.com In business for more than 30 years now, this mega-popular seafood restaurant has received numerous awards in Folio Weekly’s Best of Jax readers poll. Menu items include blackened snapper, sesame tuna and the must-have Ragtime shrimp. Daily HH. Sunday brunch. $$ FB L D Daily

SAFE HARBOR SEAFOOD

2510 Second Ave. N., Jax Beach, 479-3474 4378 Ocean St., Mayport Village, 246-4911, safeharborseafoodmayport.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner The Jax Beach place is brandnew; great ICW view. Seafood’s fresh – boats unload at the dock. What Safe Harbor Mayport sells in the market – shrimp, oysters, clams and scallops – they’ll cook to order.

Dine inside or on the dock at the confluence of the St. Johns and the ocean. $$ BW TO L D Tue.-Sun.

SALT LIFE FOOD SHACK

1018 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 372-4456 321 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 217-3256, saltlifefoodshack.com Salt Life offers a wide array of specialty menu items, including the signature tuna poke bowl, fresh rolled sushi, Ensenada tacos and local fried shrimp, served in a contemporary open-air space. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

SEAFOOD KITCHEN

31 Royal Palm Dr. (off Atlantic Boulevard), Atlantic Beach, 241-8470 Serving seafood for 20-plus years, reasonable prices in a no-frills atmosphere. The emphasis is on fresh local seafood prepared to order, with a wide variety of dishes available. $ BW TO L D Daily

SID & LINDA’S SEAFOOD MARKET & RESTAURANT

12220 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 109, Arlington, 503-8276 The fresh seafood market and restaurant lets you pick your actual whole fish, have it cleaned, filleted and cooked to order, to dine in or take out. Housemade sauces are featured. $$ K TO L D Daily

SINGLETON’S SEAFOOD SHACK

4728 Ocean St., Mayport Village, 246-4442 Just steps from the Mayport ferry, the ramshackle haunt has

been serving seafood to locals, fishermen and Navy men and women since the ’60s. Faves are fried shrimp dinner and blackened or grilled fish. Dine inside or on the enclosed porch right on the St. Johns River – literally. Watch pelicans and otters play among the pilings. $ FB K TO L D Daily

SLIDERS SEAFOOD GRILLE & OYSTER BAR

218 First St., Beaches Town Center, Neptune Beach, 246-0881, slidersseafoodgrille.com Beach-casual atmosphere for fresh fish lovers. Customer faves include fish tacos and gumbo. For dessert: Key lime pie and homemade ice cream sandwiches. Sunday brunch. $$ FB K L Sat. & Sun.; D Nightly

SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL

1998 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina, 277-6652, slidersseaside.com This oceanfront restaurant serves award-winning handmade crab cakes, fresh seafood and fried pickles. Outdoor dining is featured, and kids have a beachfront playground. There’s an open-air second floor and balcony. $$ FB K L D Daily

THE SURF RESTAURANT & BAR

3199 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina, 261-5711 Oceanview dining, inside or out on the deck. The menu includes steaks, fresh fish and nightly specials, and there’s a Sunday lobster special. $$ BW L D Daily

TIMOTI’S SEAFOOD SHAK

21 N. Third St., Fernandina, 310-6550 1043 Park St., Riverside, 374-8892 This casual restaurant has fresh, local wild-caught shrimp, fish and oysters, wraps, tacos and soup, along with blackboard specials, supporting local fishermen, farmers and brewers while building a sense of community, one seafood basket at a time. Dine indoors or out, where’s a pirate ship playground. $ BW K TO L D Mon.-Sat.; L Sun.

TWO DUDES EATERY & MARKET

22 Seminole Rd., Atlantic Beach, 246-2000, twodudes.com This place serves up-to-the-minute-fresh Mayport seafood, including shrimp, scallops, snapper and oysters done up in sandwiches or baskets, grilled, blackened or fried. Daily HH. $$ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.

THE VERANDAH RESTAURANT

142 Racquet Park Dr., Omni Amelia Island Plantation, 277-5958, omnihotels.com Set among the moss-draped oaks of Racquet Park, this restaurant has an extensive menu of fresh local seafood and steaks; the Verandah’s signature entrée is Fernandina shrimp. And many ingredients – including tomatoes, chives and lemongrass – are from the restaurant’s own herb and vegetable garden. $$$ FB K D Nightly

WHITEY’S FISH CAMP

2032 C.R. 220, Fleming Island, 269-4198, whiteysfishcamp.com This authentic fish camp serves gator tail and freshwater river catfish, as well as traditional fare and daily specials, on the banks of Swimming Pen Creek. Outdoor Tiki bar. Come by boat, motorcycle or car. $ FB K TO L Tue.-Sun.; D Nightly

SPECIALTY RESTAURANTS & MARKETS

ALHAMBRA THEATRE & DINING

12000 Beach Blvd., Southside, 641-1212, alhambrajax.com The nation’s longest continuously running dinner theater (now in its 49th year!), the renovated Alhambra features cuisine prepared by Executive Chef DeJuan Roy, who coordinates his menus with each stage production.

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<<< FROM PREVIOUS Reservations suggested to guarantee seating. Now onstage: Smokey Joe’s Café, just in time for our restaurant issues! $$ FB D Tue.-Sun.

THE CORAZON CINEMA & CAFE

36 Granada St., St. Augustine, 679-5736, corazoncinemaandcafe.com Sandwiches, combos, salads and pizza are served at the cinema house, showing indie and first-run movies. $$ Daily

FERNANDINA BEACH MARKET PLACE

North Seventh Street, Fernandina, 557-8229, fernandinamarketplace.com Local and regional produce and foods are available every Sat., all year long. The new Arts Market is held every second and fourth Saturday. $ Sat.

GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET

2007 Park St., Riverside, 384-4474 1915 East-West Parkway, 541-0009 2015 Best of Jax Winner Grassroots’ juice bar uses certified organic fruits and vegetables. The store offers artisanal cheeses, more than 300 craft and imported beers and 50 organic wines, and organic produce and meats, vitamins and herbs. Organic wraps, sides, sandwiches and salads are available to go. $ BW TO B L D Daily

THE LOVING CUP HASH HOUSE

610 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 422-0644, thelovingcuphashhouse.com The new place offers locally sourced fare, locally roasted coffees, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and healthful dishes – no GMOs or hormones allowed. $ K TO B R L Daily

Tequila’s, located in Baymeadows, features healthy servings of authentic Mexican fare.

MUSTARD SEED CAFE

833 TJ Courson Rd., Fernandina, 277-3158, nassaushealthfoods.net Awarded Slow Food First Coast’s Snail of Approval, the casual organic eatery and juice bar in Nassau Health Foods, has all-natural, organic items for breakfast, and smoothies, veggie juices and coffees and herbal teas. $$ K TO B L Mon.-Sat.

NATIVE SUN NATURAL FOODS MARKET & DELI

1585 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 458-1390 10000 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 260-6950 11030 Baymeadows Rd., 260-2791, nativesunjax.com Natural and organic soups, sandwiches, salads, wraps, baked goods, prepared foods, juices and smoothies that cater to vegans, vegetarians and those with special diet needs. A juice, smoothie and coffee bar, and all-natural and organic beers and wine are available. Indoor and outdoor seating. $ BW TO K B L D Daily

THE PICNIC BASKET

503-A Centre St., Fernandina, 277-9779, picnicbasketfernandina.com The small shop focuses on fresh fare, cheeses, confits, charcuteries, wines. Picnics can be breakfast, lunch, tailgate, items from the in-house bakery, or custom-made. $$ BW B L Mon.-Wed., L D Thur.-Sat.

DICK’S WINGS & GRILL

6055 Youngerman Circle, Orange Park, 778-1101 1803 East-West Pkwy., Fleming Island, 375-2559 100 Marketside Ave., Nocatee, 829-8134 9119 Merrill Rd., Ste. 19, Arlington, 745-9300 1610 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 448-2110 10391 Old St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 880-7087 12400 Yellow Bluff Rd., Ste. 100, Northside, 619-9828 474313 E. S.R. 200, Fernandina, 310-6945 450077 S.R. 200, Callahan, 879-0993 4010 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 547-2669 10750 Atlantic Blvd., Southside, 619-0954 14286 Beach Blvd., Ste. 32, Intracoastal, 223-0115 965 S.R. 16, St. Johns, 825-4540, dickswingsandgrill.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner This NASCAR-themed restaurant serves 365 varieties of wings. The menu also features halfpound burgers, ribs and salads. $ FB K TO L D Daily

GATOR’S DOCKSIDE

474380 E. S.R. 200, Fernandina, 432-8551 Local, organic produce, wild-caught seafood – Mayport shrimp – Wainwright meats, raw dairy, deli. Café has salads, hand-helds, tacos. $$ TO Mon.-Sat.

9680 Argyle Forest Blvd., Ste. 1, Westside, 425-6466 6677 103rd St., Westside, 777-6135 485 S.R. 13 N., Ste. 1, St. Johns, 230-4353 8650 Baymeadows Rd., 448-0500, gatorsdockside.com For years, the sports-themed family place has served grilled wings, ribs, sandwiches and salads. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

SUN-RAY CINEMA

LILLIAN’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL

THE SAVORY MARKET

1028 Park St., Five Points, 359-0049, sunraycinema.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner First-run, indie and art films are screened at the oldest theater building in Jacksonville. Beer, drafts from Bold City and Intuition Ale Works, wine, pizza – with names like Godbold, Black Lagoon Supreme, Cowford Pie – hot dogs, hummus, sandwiches, popcorn, nachos and brownies. $$ BW Daily

THIS CHICK’S KITCHEN

353 Sixth Ave. S., Jax Beach, 778-5404, thischickskitchen.com It’s a socially conscious farm-to-table restaurant with a comfy feel, serving healthful, locally sourced clean meals.

Options for gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian. $$ TO L D Wed.-Sat.

WHOLE FOODS MARKET

5393 Roosevelt Blvd., 388-4220, lillianssportsgrill.com This family sports bar serves wings, burgers, salads and sandwiches. HH daily. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

MAHARLIKA HALL & SPORTS GRILL

14255 Beach Blvd., Ste. E, Intracoastal, 992-1112, maharlika.mayumibeats.com The Filipino-American restaurant and market features pancit bami, lumpia, kare kare and mussels in coconut sauce. $-$$ FB K R L D Daily

MARDI GRAS SPORTS BAR

123 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 347-3288, mardibar.com This lively sports bar features wings, nachos, shrimp, chicken, Phillys, sliders and soft pretzels. $$ FB TO L D Daily

prevattssportsbarandgrill.com This is what a neighborhood sportsbar should be: Familiar fare, all the spirits you’d want and lively customers. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

THE ROADHOUSE

231 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 264-0611, roadhouseonline.net The busy rockin’ Roadhouse has been serving sandwiches, wings, burgers and quesadillas for more than 35 years. The Roadhouse offers 75-plus imported beers. $ FB L D Daily

THE SALTY PELICAN BAR & GRILL

12 N. Front St., Fernandina, 277-3811 2015 Best of Jax Winner View the sunset over the ICW from the second-story outdoor bar. Owners T.J. and Al feature a menu of local seafood, Mayport shrimp, fish tacos, po’boys and the original broiled cheese oysters. There are 17 beers on tap. $$ FB K L D Daily

SNEAKERS SPORTS GRILLE

111 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 482-1000, sneakerssportsgrille.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Sneakers has a full bar (with more than 20 beers on tap), and above-average sports bar fare, featuring steaks. Cool sports stuff all over the place.

HH Mon.-Fri. $ FB K TO L D Daily

TIME OUT SPORTS GRILL

13799 Beach Blvd., Ste. 5, Intracoastal, 223-6999, timeoutsportsgrill.com The locally-owned-and-operated grill serves hand-tossed pizzas, wings and specialty wraps in a clean, sporty atmosphere. Daily drink specials, late-night menu. $$ FB L Tue.-Sun.; D Nightly

TONY’S KITCHEN & BAR

2467 Faye Rd., Northside, 683-5044 It’s the usual sportsbar fare – pizza, burgers, wings, sandwiches, seafood – with drink specials. Daily HH. $$ FB L D Daily

XTREME WINGS SPORTS GRILLE

12220 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 108, Intracoastal, 220-9464, xtreme-wings.com The family sports grill has wings (try the X-Factor), burgers, sandwiches, wraps. $ FB K TO L D Daily; R Sat.-Sun.

10601 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 22, Mandarin, 288-1100, wholefoodsmarket.com An expansive prepared-food department with more than 80 items at a full-service and self-service hot bar, salad bar, soup bar and dessert bar, plus pizza, sushi and sandwich stations. $$ BW TO L D Daily

THE MUDVILLE GRILLE

SPORTS BARS, WINGS & OYSTERS

MVP’S SPORTS GRILLE

12777 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 5, Intracoastal, 221-1090 Wings, burgers and salads are offered in a sporty, familyfriendly atmosphere. $$ FB L D Daily

14286 Beach Blvd., Ste. 29, Intracoastal, 223-0457, bittersweetjax.com Traditional desserts just like Grandma’s, with a modern twist, are featured here, along with sandwiches wrapped in butcher paper and tied with twine. Ah, the good old days.

Plus breakfast items to-go. $$ TO B L Tue.-Sun.

150 Valley Circle, Ponte Vedra, 285-5524, bogeygrille.net The family-friendly place has casual fare: wings, quesadillas, pasta, seafood, chicken and burgers. $$ FB K L D Daily

PERFECT RACK BILLIARDS

CHEZ LEZAN BAKERY COMPANY

BOGEY GRILLE SPORTS BAR & RESTAURANT

BUFFALO WILD WINGS GRILL & BAR

13230 City Station Dr., Northside, 757-5777 10300 Southside Blvd., Ste. 2430A, 363-0410 1940 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 215-4969, buffalowildwings.com Along with buffalo-style wings fixed up with 14 sauces (ranging in heat intensity from mild to better-be-ready blazin’), BWW serves wraps, burgers and ribs and salads. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

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3105 Beach Blvd., St. Nicholas, 398-4326, themudvillegrill.com 1301 Monument Rd., Ste. 1, Arlington, 722-0008 This original St. Nicholas location (with an adjacent Music Room) and its sister site are family-oriented sports bars serving steaks and wings. $ FB K L D Daily

1186 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill, 384-0587 The family-friendly billiards hall offers burgers and chicken wings. HH Mon.-Fri. $$ FB L Thur., Fri., Sun.; D Nightly

PLAYERS GRILLE

4456 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 448-6670, playersgrille.com The sports bar and grill serves burgers and wings, teriyaki stir fry and homemade soups. $$ FB K R L D Daily

PREVATT’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL

2620 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 17, Middleburg, 282-1564,

SWEET SPOTS

BITTERSWEET BAKERY & EATERY

1014 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina, 491-4663, chezlezanbakery.com European-style breads and pastries, including croissants, muffins and pies are baked daily. Most breads made at Chez Lezan are made without fat or sugar. $ TO B R L Daily

CINOTTI’S BAKERY, DELI & BOUTIQUE

1523 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 246-1728, cinottisbakery.com Four generations of Cinottis have been serving the Beaches since 1964, offering cakes for all occasions, pies, breads and desserts by the caseful, and party trays. The deli has

breakfast and lunch items. $ K TO B R L Tue.-Sat.

FLORIDA CREAMERY

3566 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 619-5386, floridacreamery.net Florida Creamery offers premium ice cream, fresh waffle cones, milkshakes, sundaes and Nathan’s grilled hot dogs, served in Florida-centric décor. Low-fat and sugar-free choices are also offered. $ K TO L D Daily

THE FRENCH PANTRY

6301 Powers Ave., Southside, 730-8696 The bakery offers freshly made pastries, sandwiches and salads, with a European flair. There’s usually a line out the door, so be patient. $$ L Mon.-Thur.

HAPPY CUP FROZEN YOGURT

299 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 2, Atlantic Beach, 372-4059, myhappycup.com It’s self-serve frozen yogurt and ice cream made with organic ingredients and flavored with real fruit. The yogurts can be mixed, matched and crowned with faves from a toppings bar.

Acai and Greek yogurt bowls. $ TO B L D Daily

KATHY’S BAKERY & CAFE

10150 Beach Blvd., Ste. 18, Southside, 641-7555 The bakery has a real Cuban flavor to the items it offers, especially its coffees. $ TO B L D Tue.-Sun.

KNEAD BAKESHOP

1173 Edgewood Ave. S., 634-7617 This locally-owned, family-run bake shop specializes in freshly baked, made-from-scratch creations like classic pastries, artisan breads, savory pies, specialty sandwiches and seasonal soups. Psst: Those great pastries at your usual coffeeshop could be Knead creations! $ TO B L Tue.-Sun.

LITTLE BLACK BOX BAKED GOODS CAFE

8106 Old Kings Rd. S., Southside, 683-1346 The small-batch bakery and scratch kitchen uses local and organic ingredients when possible for their fresh, homestyle fare and yummy desserts, offering its wares at several local farmers markets. Sandwiches also available. $ TO L Mon.-Fri.

LULI’S CUPCAKES

82 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 824-5280, luliscupcakes.com Cupcakes, baked fresh daily, include Grandma’s Coconut, Fire Engine Red Velvet, What’s Up Doc (carrot cake) and Funky Monkey, banana and chocolate chip cake with milk chocolate frosting. Mini-cupcakes also available. $ TO Mon.-Sat.

OHANA HAWAIIAN SHAVED ICE

469 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 12, Atlantic Beach, 249-0555, ohanaice.com The delicately shaved ice is served in 52 flavors, made without corn syrup, some without sugar. There are also crab cakes sandwiches and salads with mango salsa. $ TO Tue.-Sun.

THE OLD CUP CAFE

3604 St. Johns Ave., Ste. 2, Avondale, 389-2122 This artisan bakery serves coffee, croissants and muffins, a variety of cupcakes (The Fat Elvis!), pastries and individual desserts. Sandwiches, soups and salads, too. Whole cakes (coconut is popular) can be made-to-order. $ TO B L Tue.Sat.

THE PECAN ROLL BAKERY

122 S. Eighth St., Fernandina, 491-9815,

thepecanrollbakery.com The neighborhood bakery by the historic district offers sweet and savory pastries, cookies, cakes, bagels and breads. It’s all fresh, made from scratch. $ K TO B L Wed.-Sun.

This spot has a big, varied menu of Vietnamese and Thai dishes with authentic ingredients, prepared fresh, including egg rolls, grilled pork and chicken, lotus root salad, and salted fish fried rice. Boba is also served. $$ L D Daily

SWEET PETE’S

BUDDHA THAI BISTRO

400 N. Hogan St., Downtown, 376-7161, sweetpetescandy.com The all-natural sweet shop features candy and other treats made the old-fashioned way: all natural flavors, no artificial anything. Choose from a variety of candies (sea salt caramels!) and natural products, including several kinds of honey. $ TO Daily

SWEET THEORY BAKING CO.

1243 King St., Riverside, 387-1001 Small batch, all-natural and organic, allergy-friendly bakery featuring items made with no egg, dairy, soy or peanuts.

Gluten-free options, too. $ TO Wed.-Sun.

UGLY CUPCAKE MUFFINRY & CAFE

115 Fifth Ave. S., Jax Beach, 339-5214, theuglycupcakemuffinry.com The charming place by the sea offers sweet and savory giant muffins, breakfast and lunch, made from organic, locally sourced ingredients. Outside seating. $$ TO B L Wed.-Mon.

YOBE FROZEN YOGURT

119 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 101, Julington, 230-0201 3578 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 384-0733 544 Marsh Landing Pkwy., Ste. 1, 280-9652 309 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 246-0080 8635 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 317-2125 200 CBL Dr., Ste. 103, St. Augustine, 217-8465 103 Marketside Ave., Ste. 303, Nocatee, 824-2678, myyobe.com More than 30 flavors of fat-free frozen yogurt and nine kinds of smoothies, made with lowfat milk and no artificial sweeteners. Toppings: fresh fruit, nuts, granola, cereal, chocolate, sprinkles. $ TO

THAI & VIETNAMESE CUISINE

BASIL THAI & SUSHI

1004 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 674-0190, basilthaijax.com Basil Thai serves fresh sushi and authentic Thai cuisine, including ginger-infused salad, classic Pad Thai curry dishes, ebi roll, sashimi, tempura, vegetarian, seafood, stir-fry and daily specials. Craft cocktails; HH. $$ FB L D Mon.-Sat.

301 10th Ave. N., Jax Beach, 372-9149, buddhathaibistro.com The proprietors of this Thai restaurant are from Thailand, and every dish is made with fresh ingredients from tried-and-true recipes, beautifully presented. $$ FB TO L D Daily

GREEN PAPAYA

13141 City Station Dr., 696-8886, greenpapayafl.com This restaurant features a Pan-Asian menu, specializing in Thai cuisine served in a contemporary atmosphere. $$ BW TO L D Daily

INDOCHINE

21 E. Adams St., Ste. 200, Downtown, 598-5303 1974 San Marco Blvd., 503-7013, indochinejax.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Thai and Southeast Asian cuisine in the urban core. Signature dishes include chicken Satay, soft shell crab, and mango and sticky rice for dessert. $$ FB TO L D Mon.-Fri.; D Tue.-Sat.

iPHO

13799 Beach Blvd., Ste. 1, Intracoastal, 330-0309 This popular family-owned spot offers curry dishes, noodle bowls and rare beef salad. Everything’s homemade-style. $ L D Tue.-Thur.

LEMONGRASS

9846 Old Baymeadows Rd., 645-9911, lemongrassjax.com Innovative Thai cuisine in a hip, metropolitan atmosphere.

Chef Aphayasane’s creations include crispy whole fish with pineapple curry reduction. A customer favorite is The Amazing. $$$ TO L Mon.-Fri.; D Sat. & Sun.

LIME LEAF

9822 Tapestry Park Cir., Ste. 109, Southside, 645-8568, limeleafrestaurant.com Definitive Thai cuisine, from fresh papaya salad to pad Thai to seared ahi tuna, plus crispy duck, all elegantly presented.

Desserts include mango sweet rice. Limited delivery. $$ BW L D Mon.-Sat.

PATTAYA THAI GRILLE

9551 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 1, 646-9506 1526 King St., Riverside, 503-4060, ptgrille.com Family-owned, Northeast Florida’s original authentic Thai restaurant offers an extensive menu of traditional Thai,

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veryone knows there’s no such thing as too much chocolate. But if all this beach weather has you feeling a little salty and sweet, it’s Peterbrooke Chocolatier’s chocolate covered popcorn to the rescue.

Since 1983, this iconic local treat has been spreading its classic savory-and-sweet combination around the globe. Many have tried to imitate, but most everyone agrees that Peterbrooke’s chocolate popcorn is the gold standard. It’s so delicious it defies logic.

Maybe it’s the way they spin the chocolate in the secret chocolatier kitchen?

Maybe it’s how they spread a generous helping of that chocolate over a two-inchthick layer of freshly popped popcorn that makes it so good? Or maybe it’s because you can choose from milk or dark chocolate, depending on your chocolate priorities? No

matter how they do it, they do it better than any homemade version I’ve tried, and I’ve tried a fair few.

While we may never know the secret production process of achieving a perfect balance of chocolate and popcorn, we do know that Peterbrooke is a local institution.

No matter where you go in life (even Switzerland, renowned for its chocolate), that flavor will remind you of Northeast Florida. That’s why Peterbrooke’s chocolatecovered popcorn pops up in packages sent to homesick Jacksonvillians far and wide, and is considered a must-try for Jax visitors and newcomers. If you’ve never had the pleasure, stop by a Peterbrooke for a sample.

One taste and you’ll be as hooked as we are.

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Owner/chef Cheryl Crosley prepares organic, vegetarian meals like veggie omelets, tofu Reubens, miso and hummus and tabouli. The Health Food Market offers the same ingredients used in the café’s dishes. $ TO B L Mon.-Sat.

<<< FROM PREVIOUS vegetarian and new-Thai, including curries, seafood, noodles and soups. In business since 1990, Pattaya has dishes that are low-sodium and gluten-free, too. A video screen displays the open kitchen, so you can watch your order being prepared. $$$ BW TO L Tue.-Sat.; D Tue.-Fri.

SALA PHAD THAI

1716 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 246-7490 Family-owned-and-operated, the casual place has extensive menus, with spring rolls, fried squid, beef with oyster sauce and a variety of curried dishes. Vegan-friendly: bean curd delight, noodles and veggies. $$ TO L Tue.-Sat.; D Sun.-Fri.

SALA THAI

10769 Beach Blvd., Ste. 10, Southside, 641-8384, salathaijax.com Sit at a booth decorated like a thatched-roof hut and order from a varied menu. House specialties change weekly.

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THAI GARDEN

10 Blanding Blvd., Ste. B, Orange Park, 272-8434 Traditional Thai items, like pad kraw powh with roasted duck and kaeng kari (yellow curry, potatoes, choice of meat).

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THAI ORCHID

12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 4, Intracoastal, 683-1286, thairestaurantjacksonville.com Authentic Thai cuisine made with fresh ingredients, including pad Thai, Thai curry dishes and rice dishes. $$ BW L Mon.Sat.; D Nightly

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THE PRESENT MOMENT CAFÉ

224 W. King St., St. Augustine, 827-4499, thepresentmomentcafe.com Serves organic, vegan and vegetarian dishes, pizza, pastas, hummus and milkshakes made without meat, dairy, wheat or an oven. Organic beer and wine. $$ BW TO B L D Mon.-Sat.

SOUTHERN ROOTS FILLING STATION

1275 King St., 513-4726, southernrootsjax.com 2015 Best of Jax Winner Healthy, light vegan fare made fresh daily with local, organic ingredients. Specials, served on bread, local greens or rice, change daily. Sandwiches, coffees, and teas. $ Tue.-Sun.

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ROYAL PALM VILLAGE WINE & TAPAS

296 Royal Palms Dr., Atlantic Beach, 372-0052, royalpalmwines.com Locally owned and operated, this spot offers more than 1,200 bottles of fine wine, 200 bottles of beer and 15 rotating microbrewed draft beers to pair with the chef’s creative tapas and seafood. Wine tastings and pairings held weekly. Retail wine sales available. $$ BW L D Mon.-Sat.

SANGRIAS TAPAS & PIANO BAR

35 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 827-1947 The balcony of the historic building overlooks St. George Street. It’s an ideal place to hang, sipping one of seven signature (and individually prepared) sangrias. Spanish-style tapas also served. $$ BW L D Daily

THE WINE BAR

320 N. First St., Jax Beach, 372-0211, thewinebaruncorked.com The casual neighborhood wine bar has a wide variety of wine, beer, appetizers and cigars. $ BW D Nightly

THE MANATEE CAFÉ

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A nice mix of Chinese and barbecue styles converges at Flaming Seafood, new on Penman Road in Jax Beach.

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or 20 years, nothing has shaken David Bazan’s power as a songwriter and performer. Not his rise to Christian indie rock cult status as frontman of Pedro the Lion. Not his welldocumented and intricately examined loss of faith. Not even his most recent album Blanco, which leaves behind the weight of big questions and universal crises for a more nuanced look at life, love, work and family. Perhaps it was the format — Blanco was compiled from his two-songs-at-a-time Bazan Monthly series — or the sonic palette, which skewed far more electronic than anything in his illustrious discography. But for Bazan, even the gentle experimentalism of Blanco is of a piece with his constant need to process life in song. “It still feels right to me

DAVID BAZAN WITH MICHAEL NAU

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to test things like faith, religion and belief,” he tells Folio Weekly Magazine. “To put my weight on them and see if they’re going to hold. Am I expressing the right idea? Or is the hurt I’m feeling simply because I’ve been thinking about all of this shit too much?”

Folio Weekly Magazine: Your last album, Blanco, was more personal, more everyday, but also more electronic than past work. Is that reflected in the live shows you’ve been performing?

David Bazan: I’ve tried a bunch of different things; since the record is somewhat of a departure, I thought maybe the live show was going to be, too. But I realized that was a misuse of energy. The songs, the tones, the lyrics, the chords and the melodies

From Christianity to marriage to parenthood to THE LIFE OF AN ARTIST, David Bazan processes it all through song

work in a way that’s fundamentally different and really refreshing to me, even if I’m just playing guitar and singing. I have been playing electric guitar recently, and people have commented on the differences they hear, which has changed the way that I play and the way the shows feel.

In what way?

I had a couple of the best shows of my career in July, where I felt this transcendent feeling with the audience. And that was after I realized that instead of changing it up, I could do even more with the expertise I already have. Those are all things I’m going over in my head as I’m making these choices and trying to stay true to what is going on inside my body every night of the trip.

As someone who’s been writing music for 25 years, do you think the Bazan Monthly production schedule affected the creativity or artistry of the songs?

It was really neat to find out that I could write 20 songs I liked in 10 months. The two tunes that started the process were older, but the other 18 were written in real time. What allowed me to do that? I don’t know for sure, but my hunch is: deadlines. And the fact that each deadline was so bite-sized. The freedom of writing that way played a big part in me liking the songs so much. But that didn’t really work commercially, because an album represents the way to get people to pay attention. So the plan is, every year on my birthday for the next eight to 10 years, I’m going to put out a Bazan record. The main thing is to make more music more frequently. I have to be freer about the way that I make shit, because the monthly production schedule worked well for my tastes. Now let’s see if I can put my money where my mouth is.

You’ve been talking about your life as a Christian and your evolution into a nonbeliever for a decade now. Does it still feel pertinent in 2016?

It does. So much of what’s going wrong in American society is a failure of Christianity to be Christian. A lot of the hurt in our culture is because Christians are being actively anti-Christian in their politics and the way they treat their neighbors.

Marginalized people? That’s who Jesus ostensibly came to serve and love, and I feel like the conversation needs to move in that direction. That’s why I’m happy to be more active challenging people to discuss these things in a sane way. I mean, Christians are just flat fucking up right now, worse than ever. If Donald Trump has any chance at all, it’s because evangelicals might vote for him. That’s a disgrace for the Christian tradition — a despicable distortion that started with Reagan.

Does your own struggle with Christianity still directly inform your songwriting?

Indirectly, I guess. A lot of the things I wrote about on Curse Your Branches and Strange Negotiations batted around these big, lofty ideas about being decent to one another — about what being a responsible adult looks like. Having laid that groundwork philosophically, I felt I could be more personal on Blanco. But I should note that all this thematic stuff happens in hindsight. I have no idea what’s going on when I’m writing — I try to leave the specifics to my subconscious. Blanco is not a political or religious record in an overarching way; it’s a record about family, work and love. Those are the tenets of faith I’ve put forth. Now, all of that is to say, I have no idea what’s going to come next.

We hope that, when you come to Florida, it’s another one of those best shows of your career.

I aim for that to be the case, absolutely.

Nick McGregor mail@folioweekly.com

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Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie is a BEST FRIEND ROMP at its British comedic peak

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ransitioning from the bronze to the silver Saffron Monsoon, Edina’s dowdy, buzzkilling daughter, June Whitfield as Edina’s ditzy screen is an arduous journey fraught with mother, and Jane Horrocks as Bubble, Edina’s obstacles and booby traps. (Sometimes scatterbrained, cartoonish assistant. New the booby traps are actual boobies.) Far too addition Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness, who often, in an effort to appease moviegoers’ plays Saffron’s tween daughter, rounds out the different expectations and take advantage main cast and gives them fresh material to of bigger budgets, larger productions and play off. Chris Colfer of Glee fame, who plays more relaxed censorship, movies based on Edina’s friend and stylist, also infuses new life; beloved television shows are so far removed his relationship with Patsy is both surprising from the original as to obliterate the essence and funny. of the series. Anyone who has seen the movie Though just 90 minutes, the film packs in 60 versions of Sex and the City, Dukes of Hazzard celebrity cameos by the likes of Jerry Hall, Jon and Entourage will certainly agree they paled Hamm, Stella McCartney, Rebel in comparison to their television Wilson and Perez Hilton, many as selves, though, to be fair, ABSOLUTELY themselves. Both McCartney and Entourage wasn’t exactly the tops FABULOUS: Hall bravely – and hysterically when it was on the small screen.

THE MOVIE – play themselves as Edina’s Happily, this is not the case ***G hell-bent mortal enemy and an with Absolutely Fabulous: The Rated R exceptionally dull, camera-happy Movie. The film, which stars celebrity, respectively. Memorably, original stars Jennifer Saunders the film also includes a scene as Edina Monsoon and Joanna Lumley as Patsy Stone, is every bit as fun, involving dozens of drag queens and Sawalha, insane, camp and downright hilarious as the which gives Saffron just the right touch of series that debuted on BBC in 1992, ran for softness and artistry the series rarely, if ever, three years and was sporadically revived in hinted at.

TV films and special features over the next The film, like the series, offers a decidedly two decades. From the very first scene, the British take on the genre of comedic best duo brings their oddly charming depravity friend romp cinema. Unlike many films full force with few real surprises. The pair featuring two adults in a close, borderline exhibits utter disregard for the opinions, obsessive, platonic relationship, <Ab Fab> conventions and wants of others, particularly refreshingly never implies that the bond garish, crass Edina, who, in a similar vein between Patsy and Edina is anything other as Hyacinth Bucket on another classic than positive. It’s a safe bet that very few who BBC comedy, Keeping Up Appearances, is have seen an episode of Ab Fab would say delightfully oblivious to how much she is that the series has much depth, and the film disliked by so many of her “friends,” even happily stays true to that, but their deeply when those same friends go out of their way abiding affection for one another is actually to insult and avoid her. quite moving, even as they drink, swear, snort, In the film, as in the series, Saunders – who smoke and create chaos everywhere they go. wrote and created both versions of Ab Fab – Prepare to be shocked, even a touch horrified, as Edina is a boozy, self-absorbed PR agent by the bizarre lengths to which they will go still trying to cling to youth in late middle to look younger, get wasted and generally go age; Lumley plays her debaucherous bestie, through life as the wonderfully narcissistic Patsy, a magazine editor with an astonishingly letches that the characters are. high tolerance for intoxicants, which, for Ab Fab is not for everyone. But then again Patsy, seemingly includes highly poisonous it never was. substances. The pair are, as ever, ably backed Claire Goforth up by original castmates Julia Sawalha as claire@folioweekly.com

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Latest globetrotting installment of popular action franchise SHOOTS TO THRILL

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att Damon said he would not come mind contemporary issues of privacy and back to the Bourne franchise unless Paul intrusive surveillance.

Greengrass, The Bourne Supremacy As usual with this franchise, the action is (2004) and The Bourne Ultimatum (’07) quick and impactful, edited with rapid cuts to director, also returned. Accordingly, both are convey a sense of chaos and peril. The fistfights back for Jason Bourne, but the are expectedly raw and gritty, but real question for us is: Is the it’s the car chases through Greece JASON BOURNE movie worth the nine-year wait? and Las Vegas that viewers will **G@ For the most part, yes. The remember, and rightfully so. The Rated PG-13 action is tense and exciting, sequence in Vegas is especially and the story smartly brings abusive to the strip and the poor Bourne (Damon) into 2016 while illuminating patrons foolish enough to drive on it (you’re previously unknown facts about his past not supposed to think of the civilian fatalities (including his real name!). This isn’t the this kind of reckless driving most definitely best movie the franchise has offered (that’s causes), but it’s also directed with precision and Supremacy), but it’s a worthy successor that of ends in a startlingly creative manner. course opens the door for more to come.

It’s fun to see Matt Damon back in this If you haven’t seen the earlier Bourne films, role and it’s enjoyable to watch him uncoil starting with The Bourne Identity (2002), they the layers of Bourne’s mysterious past. A few are a must prior to seeing Jason Bourne. In head-scratching moments aside, Jason Bourne fact, re-watch them — if you don’t, you’ll be delivers on its promises. lost in the early stages here, wondering why Dan Hudak the CIA is after Bourne, why he went rogue, mail@folioweekly.com etc. Making matters worse is Bourne’s lack of a clear motive for his actions, which is the fault of co-writers Christopher Rouse and Greengrass. The viewer should never wonder why a protagonist is doing what he’s doing, SUN-RAY CINEMA Jason Bourne, Absolutely Fabulous and if the filmmaker chooses to deliberately and Hunt of the Wilderpeople run, 1028 Park St., 5 Points, withhold that information, there better be a 359-0049, sunraycinema.com. The Wailing starts Aug. 5.

Raiders! The Story of the Greatest Fan Film Ever Made is darn good payoff (sadly, there isn’t). screened at 7 p.m. Aug. 4. A Q&A with director Eric Zala is The globe-trotting film hits Greece, held after, followed by a screening of Raiders of the Lost Iceland and Virginia in the first 10 minutes: Art: The Adaptation at 9:25 p.m.

SUMMER MOVIE CLASSIC SERIES The 30th (!) anniversary Rogue agent Nicky Parsons (Julia Stiles), of Stand by Me – OK, the cast includes two anti-success long affiliated with Bourne, hacks the CIA for stories: Corey Feldman and River Phoenix, but there’s classified information on black ops programs, also quirky Wil Wheaton, now-hot Jerry O’Connell and still-hot Kiefer Sutherland – is marked with a 2 p.m. Aug. including the one that wiped out Bourne’s 7 screening, Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Ste. 300, memory. She intends to meet Jason in Greece Downtown, $7.50; 355-2787, floridatheatre.com. “Mickey’s and share the info with him and the rest of a mouse, Donald’s a duck, Pluto’s a dog. What’s Goofy?”

FREE MOVIES BY THE BAY Ripley’s series closes with the world — Edward Snowden-style — but Star Wars: The Force Awakens, 8:30 p.m. Aug. 3, Municipal the CIA, specifically cyber specialist Heather Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine. 824-1606, Lee (Alicia Vikander) and Director Robert augustine.com. Bring something to sit on.

Dewey (Tommy Lee Jones, scowling as CORAZON CINEMA & CAFÉ Sunset Song and Hunt for the Wilderpeople run, 36 Granada St., St. Augustine, 679usual), are hot on their trail. Dewey even 5736, corazoncinemaandcafe.com. Animal House, noon dispatches an assassin (Vincent Cassel) to kill Aug. 4. Race and Elvis & Nixon start Aug. 5. The Olympics them before they leave Greece. Meanwhile, are run Aug. 4-21.

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FOLIO A+E : MAGIC LANTERNS Tragic filmmaker Donald Cammell left behind a legacy of truly IDIOSYNCRATIC cinema

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efore ending his life in 1996 at the age of 62, Scottish filmmaker Donald Cammell had already accrued a cult image of sorts, mostly based on the first of only four feature-length movies he completed. Controversial from the start, Performance (1970) featured Mick Jagger’s first starring role. (Though it was released a month or two after Ned Kelly, Cammell’s film had actually been finished two years earlier.)

Though Cammell himself was reportedly displeased with Demon Seed (1977), his second film and only sci-fi effort, its reputation has only increased over time.

A decade later came White of the Eye, a disturbing, equally fascinating look at a serial killer as seen through Cammell’s uniquely idiosyncratic vision. Lastly, there was Wild Side (1995), completely disavowed by Cammell after it was taken from him in the cutting room but later, after he died, re-edited and restored according to his original concept.

Unfortunately, the restored version awaits its proper appearance on home video, so we’ll have to wait to see if Wild Side is the masterpiece Cammell’s fans (including me) believe it is. The currently available DVD is the original butchered edit — avoid it.

Demon Seed still begs for a Blu-ray promo, but the butchered DVD is more than adequate and, more important, accessible.

I sung its praises several issues ago within these hallowed pages. The terrific news for the uninformed? Both Performance and, more recently, White of the Eye have been upgraded to a Blu-ray format, with stunning results.

The opening title sequence of Performance is an astonishing audial/visual wake-up call to viewers to brace themselves for something completely different. A fighter jet roars through the sky before cutting to a swirling helicopter shot of a Rolls-Royce moving through the countryside to the beat of a rock score. Just as suddenly, the screen gives way to intercut scenes of graphic lovemaking alternating with the luxury auto, as the rock score stops, giving way to the surreal sound of a synthesizer.

Meanwhile, the lovemaking grows kinkier, with elements of sado-masochism and voyeurism.

Welcome to Performance.

Written by Cammell and co-directed by cinematographer Nicolas Roeg, the movie’s plot, if nothing else, is straightforward.

Vicious mob enforcer Chas (James Fox) is on the outs with his boss and has to hide out while he tries to get a passport to leave the country. His refuge, found quite by accident, is the London townhouse belonging to reclusive rock star Turner (Mick Jagger) and his current consorts, Pherber (Anita Pallenberg) and Lucy (Michele Breton). A precocious child, Lorraine (Laraine Wickens), is also around, her relationship with the others unclear.

Taken into the womb (so to speak) of this totally alien world, Chas is transfigured in ways far beyond his experiences. The same

goes for Turner who, according to blonde druggie Pherber, has lost his “demon.” He finds it again in Chas, and vice-versa.

Consciously reflecting the French New Wave, Performance is not only a terrific gangster film (“the best of the ’60s and ’70s,” according to one reviewer) but the work of a deeply divided experimental genius, using all the elements at his disposal (cameras, mirrors, montage, sound) to explore the acts of creating and performing. The metafictions of Argentine writer Jorge Luis Borges are another obvious influence, a photo of him noticeable in one of the film’s climactic moments.

An absolute mindblower of a film, Performance is by turns outrageous, provocative, shocking and astonishing.

Anything but “pretentious,” a convenient adjective used by some to dismiss the unusual or atypical.

Nicolas Roeg, a seasoned cinematographer with his striking visuals already highlighted in films like Roger Corman’s Masque of the Red Death, graduated to solo director immediately after Performance, churning out masterworks like Walkabout (’71), Don’t Look Now (’73), and The Man Who Fell to Earth (’76). Unfortunately, Cammell’s far less-productive career was hampered by his many personal demons.

Those demons surface in the violence and split-personality at the core of White of the Eye, at the same time defined by the control and artistry of the writer/director’s vision. As with Performance, the plot is simple. Someone is killing young women in a particularly grisly manner. The cops need to find him before he targets Joan (Cathy Moriarty), the film’s costar and obviously a potential victim.

For the first half, White of the Eye plays like a rather conventional whodunit, the list of suspects narrowed down (for the viewer anyway) to Joan’s ex-boyfriend Mike (Alan Rosenberg) or her husband Paul (David Keith), a likable guy devoted to her and their young daughter. But since this is a Donald Cammell film, that’s where conventional expectations end.

The murderer in White of the Eye is a madman, but he’s also an artist (like Turner in Performance), intent on designing his “masterpieces” according to his vision.

The film’s title, as well as frequent intercuts between a preying hawk’s eye and various human characters, helps underscore Cammell’s attempt to “see” what makes this vicious artist perceive the world the way he does. It’s not unlike The Silence of the Lambs in this regard, with Hannibal Lecter’s efforts to enlighten Agent Clarice Starling about the ways of the world and its human predators.

Violence and beauty, like chaos and order, maintain a delicate tension in Donald Cammell’s films. It was, unfortunately, a balance he could not maintain in life.

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FOLIO A+E : ARTS St. Johns River inspired installation reminds us that HUMANS ARE PRETTY TRASHY

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mong the succession of well-planned window displays and invitational décor, a storefront in Five Points seems a curious place to display piles of detritus. However, the street-side windows of the popular bar and music venue Rain Dogs – which continues to be a reliable landing place for provocative local art – is now home, temporarily, to mounds of flotsam and jetsam, all of which had previously been deposited in the St. Johns River. Dented milk cartons, foam buoys, rusty hubcaps, a functional-looking umbrella, and many, many, many plastic bottles rest in two-foot-high piles, filling one of the diagonal window displays flanking Rain Dogs’ front entrance. Behind the trash are several large photographs of mercury-colored water backed by ominous grey skies.

Meanwhile, the corresponding display window houses two large abstract paintings behind a kind of funeral pyre, built from driftwood. Extending from the white-andgrey paintings are two ghostly plaster hands that, together, hold a string of celebratory gold balloons spelling out the river’s namesake, perhaps sarcastically.

From a business perspective, a pile of trash and some creepy hands seems a rather repellent choice for a proprietorship that might be banking on curb appeal to draw customers. However, the installation seems to have had the opposite effect, prompting inquiry and intrigue.

So, what’s the deal with all that trash?

Shortly after Rain Dogs co-owner Christina Wagner approached him about creating a new installation for her establishment, Wyatt Parlette — the artist responsible for the installation titled Rio de

St. Johns — says he was jogging around the river when he noticed a high volume of trash on the riverbank.

“A lot of people were out [near the river] that day and no one seemed to notice or care about the landfill-esque state of the riverbank,” Parlette tells Folio Weekly Magazine.

“Hell, I had seen the same sight many times and continued on, without flinching.

This time, the image stuck with me and I scrapped my previous painting ideas and focused on creating an installation revolving around the river.”

With the help of his wife and a few close buddies, Parlette set about collecting all manner of curious foreign objects from the riverbank.

RIO DE ST. JOHNS Wyatt Parlette

Currently on display at Rain Dogs, 1045 Park St., Riverside, 379-4969.

“The idea for the installation morphed significantly throughout the months leading up to the install,” says Parlette. “One day I was collecting driftwood with no idea how to use it and the next I was taking water samples.” “[As part of a window display], the trash can be seen to be in a place that it does not belong,” says Parlette of the final product. “We need to look at our river in the same way … It has become so common to see garbage lining the riverbanks that we don’t question it.”

While prepping for the project, Parlette says he read up on the current and potential threats to the St. Johns River, from pollution to dredging, and came away with a new

perspective. “I definitely have a greater appreciation for what I believe is Jacksonville’s greatest asset.”

Parlette grew up in Jacksonville and studied drawing and painting at the University of North Florida. Shortly after graduating, he moved to New York City and mostly starved, despite mounting several showings at galleries within the five boroughs – including Brooklyn’s Greenpoint Gallery.

Without the worry of the financial hardships that are the reality of present-day NYC, Parlette has been able to focus more on his painting. Drawn to abstract painting early on, Parlette says his fascination with the style is hard to describe.

“To quote Francis Bacon, ‘If you can talk about it, why paint it?’” says Parlette.

Parlette’s abstract pieces endeavor to convey a psychological reality and the young artist often relies on scale — using fairly large canvases — to convey a sense of mood or atmosphere.

Each abstract painting Parlette created for Rio de St. Johns uses myriad techniques. There are broad, sweeping strokes of white paint and punchy blasts of blue and purple left to drip organically down the canvas. Taken together, with the mounds of debris, the overall series is meant to prompt a complex array of emotions, startling the viewer into contemplation, and perhaps action, on the river’s behalf.

Roughly three blocks from the river, Rio de St. Johns certainly sparks relevance to Riverside locals and visitors alike. This is the second installation Parlette has showcased at Rain Dogs. Without a gallery district, he says, Jacksonville is lucky to have Five Points establishments like Rain Dogs and BREW Five Points that “allow an artist the ability to provide the viewer with a fleshed-out idea, series, or conceptual installation.”

Rio de St. Johns is just a small reminder of the impact of everyday human activity on the natural world. However, given its organic nature as a gallery space, it’s unclear how long Parlette’s installation will remain inside Rain Dogs.

And, inevitably, all that trash will have to go somewhere else.

Matthew B. Shaw mail@folioweekly.com

ARTS + EVENTS PERFORMANCE

GODSPELL Apex Theatre Studio presents this classic rockin’ musical version of the Gospel of Matthew, with a cast of local high school and college students, 8 p.m.

Aug. 5; 2 and 8 p.m. Aug. 6 at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, 1050 A1A N., 209-0399, $25; $20 students/seniors, pvconcerthall.com.

THE LAST 5 YEARS Limelight Theatre stages this contemporary musical about two twentysomething New Yorkers falling in and out of love, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 4, 5 and 6; 2 p.m. Aug. 7 at 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine, 8251164, $26, through Aug. 21, limelight-theatre.org.

MEMPHIS Players by the Sea stages the multiple-awardwinning musical, loosely based on pioneering radio DJ Dewey Phillips and his love of underground AfricanAmerican Memphis nightclubs of the 1950s, 8 p.m. Aug. 4, 5 and 6 at 106 Sixth St. N., Jax Beach, 249-0289; through Aug. 13, playersbythesea.org.

SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ Alhambra Theatre & Dining presents the Grammy-winning revue, featuring the legendary rock-and-roll songs of hitmakers Mike Stoller and Jerry Leiber, Aug. 3-Sept. 4. Dinner 6 p.m.; brunch noon; featuring award-winning Executive Chef DeJuan Roy’s themed menu, at Alhambra Theatre & Dining, 12000 Beach Blvd., Southside, 641-1212, $35-$62, alhambrajax.com.

CLASSICAL & JAZZ

CATHEDRAL BASILICA CLASSICAL CONCERT Organist Shannon McKay performs 6 p.m. Aug. 5 at Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, 38 Cathedral Place, 824-2806, thefirstparish.org.

CLASSICAL GUITAR Classical guitarist Loren Fortna performs 5 p.m. Aug. 6 at Grace United Methodist Church, 8 Carrera St., St. Augustine, 829-8272, gracestaugustine.org.

COMEDY

FRED’S FUNNIEST COMEDIANS Local comedians JPaw, Ozrick Cooley and others are on 7:30 p.m. Aug. 3; Ron Barnett, Brian Thomas and others are on 7:30 p.m. Aug. 9; Jon Vredenburg, Patrick Carson and others are on 7:30 p.m.

Aug. 10 at The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd., Mandarin, 292-4242, $10, comedyzone.com.

COCOA BROWN Comic Brown, whose credits include Tyler Perry’s For Better or Worse, is on 8 p.m. Aug. 5; 8 and 10:30 p.m. Aug. 6 at The Comedy Club of Jacksonville, 11000 Beach Blvd., Southside, 646-4277, $15-$25, jacksonvillecomedy.com.

ROB SCHNEIDER Comedian Schneider, an SNL alum, costar of buddy Adam Sandler’s flicks, along with Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo and The Hot Chick, is on 7:30 and 9:45 p.m.

Aug. 5 and 6 at The Comedy Zone, 292-4242, $30-$35, comedyzone.com.

CALLS & WORKSHOPS

FOLIO MEDIA HOUSE TABLESIDE GALLERIES Folio Weekly Magazine seeks submissions from artists working in all media interested in having work displayed in some of Northeast Florida’s prominent restaurants. Details, call Kyle Willis, 383-5650, tablesidegalleries@folioweekly.com.

NEW TOWN URBAN FARM Urban Geoponics and New Town are developing a large community garden at Pearce and West Third streets, in the New Town/Edward Waters area, Northside. It will provide fresh produce and a hands-on, open-air center of learning for the community and area students. Urban Farm meets 10 a.m.-1 p.m. every Sun. Details, call Diallo-Sekou at 706-284-9808.

CALL FOR ARTISTS The 51st annual St. Augustine Arts & Crafts is accepting artists’ applications for its juried event to be held Nov. 26 & 27. The deadline is Aug. 12; staugustineartfestival.com.

ART WALKS & MARKETS

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Local, regional art, music – Morning Yoga with Indie Bollman (9 a.m.), Camp Excellence Performing Arts, Sidetrack Duo, The Rip Currents, Roy Peak, Thommy Berlin – food, farmers market, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 6 under the Fuller Warren Bridge, 715 Riverside Ave., free admission, 389-2449, riversideartsmarket.com.

FIRST WEDNESDAY ART WALK The downtown art walk — this month themed “Fun4FirstCoastKids.com Third Annual Back to School Smarts” — is 5-9 p.m.

Aug. 3, with more than 24 live music venues, more than 20 hotspots open after 9 p.m. and 61 total participating venues, spanning 15 blocks in Downtown Jacksonville. iloveartwalk.com.

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK The tour of Art Galleries of St. Augustine is held 5-9 p.m. Aug. 5 and every first Fri., with more than 15 galleries participating, 829-0065.

MUSEUMS

CUMMER MUSEUM OF ART & GARDENS 29 Riverside Ave., 356-6857, cummermuseum.org. Lift: Contemporary Expressions of the African American Experience, works of local artists Thony Aiuppy, Glendia Cooper, Ingrid Damiani, Overstreet Ducasse, Dustin Harewood, Marsha Hatcher, Hiromi Moneyhun, Princess Rashid, Chip Southworth, and Roosevelt Watson III, responding to the area’s artistic African-American heritage, displays through Feb. 12. David Hayes: The Sentinel Series, sculptures of geometrically abstract, organic forms, displays through Oct. 2.

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART JACKSONVILLE 333 N. Laura St., 366-6911, mocajacksonville.unf.edu. Arts

and Ideas: Gwen Chanzit is featured 7-8:30 p.m. Aug. 4.

Project Atrium: Ethan Murrow is on display through Oct. 30.

Confronting the Canvas: Women of Abstraction, 30 works by six contemporary, female Abstract Expressionist painters, displays through Sept. 4. Amer Kobaslija: A Sense of Place, displays through Aug. 14.

GALLERIES

THE ART CENTER Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 139, 233-9252, tacjacksonville.org. William Garcia is the featured artist for August.

BARTRAM TRAIL LIBRARY 60 Davis Pond Rd., Fruit Cove, 827-6960, sjcpls.org. The exhibit Florida’s Black Cowboys: Past and Present is on display through Aug. 15.

BREWER’S PIZZA 14B Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 276-5159, brewerspizza.com. Gloria Aitken’s works are on display.

CASA DORA ITALIAN CAFÉ 108 E. Forsyth St., Downtown, 356-8282. Works by Tom Aschenbach are on display.

THE CULTURAL CENTER AT PONTE VEDRA BEACH 50 Executive Way, 280-0614, ccpvb.org. The Summer Juried Plein Air Exhibit runs through Sept. 2.

HUBLEY GALLERY 804C Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 429-9769, hubleygallery.com. Mary Hubley is the featured artist until 9 p.m. Aug. 5.

INDOCHINE 1974 San Marco Blvd., 503-7013, indochinejax. com. Jami Childers’ works are on display.

JACKSONVILLE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 14201 Pecan Park Rd., Northside, 741-3546, jiaarts.org. Works by Shannon Estlund are on display through Sept. 30.

MONROE GALLERIES 40 W. Monroe St., Downtown, 881-0209, monroegalleries.com. Works by Barbie BrayWorkman, Jami Childers, Dana Fawn, Leilani Leo, and Dustin Bradley are featured.

PHO, A NOODLE BAR 117 W. Adams St., Downtown, 353-0320, phoanoodlebar.com. Matt Bluejay’s works are on display.

ROTUNDA GALLERY St. Johns County Admin. Bldg., 500 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, 471-9980. The exhibit United Way St. Johns County Photographic Exhibit is on display through Oct. 20.

SOUTHLIGHT GALLERY Bank of America Tower, 50 N. Laura St., Ste. 150, Downtown, 438-4358, southlightgallery.com.

Photographer Meghna Ailawadhi is the guest artist 5-8 p.m.

Aug. 3 and through Sept. 6. Fresh Air: Works Inspired By Nature is on display.

ST. AUGUSTINE ART ASSOCIATION 22 Marine St., St. Augustine, 824-2310, staaa.org. The Seventh Annual Nature & Wildlife Exhibition is on display through Aug. 28.

EVENTS

CAKE DECORATING AT THE CUMMER The Art of Cooking adult series continues with cake decorating, 6-8 p.m.

Aug. 4 at Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 29 Riverside Ave., $30 members, $40 nonmembers, 899-6038, cummermuseum.org.

TOUR DE PAIN The Tour De Pain returns to test runners with three races in a 24-hour period, including a four-mile beach run at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 5 at SeaWalk Pavilion, Jax Beach, a 5K run at 7 a.m. Aug. 6 at 1st Place Sports, 3931 Baymeadows Rd., and a Mile Sizzler at 4:30 p.m. Aug. 6 at Hemming Park, 117 W. Duval St., Downtown. All participants receive wicking shirts and medals, and are welcome to a post-celebration with free beer, $35; $65 for all three races, 1stplacesports.com.

JACKSONVILLE SUNS vs. BILOXI SHUCKERS The Suns homestand against the Shuckers continues 7:05 p.m. Aug. 3 (Date Night) and Aug. 4 (Keenan & Kel Night, Mavericks Live Thirsty Thursday) at Bragan Field Baseball Grounds, single game tix $5-$18, 358-2846, jaxsuns.com. Next up: Mississippi Braves!

JACKSONVILLE ARMADA vs. CAROLINA RAILHAWKS Local football faves Armada take on Carolina 7 p.m. Aug. 6, at Community First Park, Baseball Grounds, Downtown, $15-$70, 633-6100, ticketmaster.com.

TAI CHI CLASSES Free Tai Chi for Health & Wellness Classes are held 6:30-7:30 a.m. every Tue. and Thur., 200 First St. Courtyard, Neptune Beach, 234-0038.

DARWIN & DINOSAURS The Museum of Science & History presents an exhibit with full-size dinosaur skeletons, scientific instruments, original letters, and first editions of Darwin’s main works, through Sept. 5, 1025 Museum Cir., Southbank, 607-9720, themosh.org.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIGHTS The Kemetic Empire/UrbanGeoPonics hold Sankofa Saturdays, where youth ages 6-17 explore activities around fundamental concepts of an African-centered-perspective lifestyle, 7-10 p.m. Aug. 6 at Clanzel Brown Park, 4415 Moncrief Rd. W., Northside, 706-284-9808, urbangeoponics.org, thekemeticempire.com.

AMELIA RIVER CRUISES Eco-Shrimping, family-friendly sunset, beach creek, Cumberland Island tours, from 1 N. Front St., Fernandina, 261-9972, ameliarivercruises.com.

DAILY EVENTS AT HEMMING PARK Free yoga, group fitness, kids’ activities, 117 W. Duval St., Downtown. Live music, food trucks 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; details at hemmingpark.org/hemming-park-events.

WEEKLY EVENTS AT UNITY PLAZA Unity Plaza has events including meditation lessons, concerts, festivals, workshops, fitness classes, and more every week, 220 Riverside Ave., 220-5830, unityplaza.org.

TRIVIA NIGHT IN ST. AUGUSTINE The Corazon Cinema & Café has Trivia every Wed., 36 Granada St., 679-5736, corazoncinemaandcafe.com. ____________________________________________ To list an event, send time, date, location (street address, city), admission price, contact number to print to Daniel A. Brown – email dbrown@folioweekly.com or mail, 45 W. Bay St., Ste. 103, Jacksonville FL 32202. Items run as space is available. Deadline noon Wed. for next Wed. printing.

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FOLIO A+E : MUSIC

NEW HORIZONS C

hanging names midstream can often torpedo a band’s chances of success. But for Portland-via-Minneapolis rock ’n’ rollers Is/Is, the global fight against radical Islamic terrorism necessitated a new moniker — you can only imagine the Google search fiascos. But it all worked out: Sarah Rose, Sarah Neinaber, and Mara Appel DesLauriers had already written, recorded, and mixed a fresh full-length called New Future, and the name Candace actually suits the trio’s intoxicating blend of psychedelia, pop, shoegaze, and garage rock.

While Candace enjoyed a day off eating garbage food at a county fair somewhere between Milwaukee and Chicago, Folio Weekly Magazine and Sarah Rose discussed freedom, Florida, and the foolishness of “witchgaze” specificity.

Folio Weekly Magazine: This is Candace’s first national tour in a while. How are the shows so far?

Sarah Rose: Really good! Since we moved to Portland, we’ve done a bunch of West Coast tours, but we haven’t really left that side of the country in a few years. We didn’t know what to expect in a bunch of cities, just because we haven’t been to them in so long. But all the shows have been great.

The hometown show in Minneapolis with local favorites Kitten Forever for their 10year anniversary was probably rad, huh?

That show was crazy! That was our first time playing the First Avenue main stage, and we haven’t played in Minneapolis with Mara as a

drummer in almost six years. It’s been a long time, so it was really good.

How about Florida? Has the band had good experiences down here?

We have never, ever played in Florida, so we don’t know what to expect. But we’ve heard bands have a lot of fun when they go there!

You changed the name of the band last year, then dropped your first full-length in six years as a band this spring. Does 2016 feel like a pivotal turning point for Candace?

It feels like everything is working out. Making that decision [to change the name of the band] was hard, but we knew we had to deal with it. We didn’t know how it would be received — would it be confusing since we were the same band? But everyone has been supportive. Some people at shows have been like, “We’ve known you since you were Is/Is!” So it’s nice to know people are following us through the change.

Did that allow you some more creativity in the writing and recording process for New Future?

We were actually still Is/Is when we recorded that album. But it was our first time recording with Mara in years. Plus, we saved up and spent eight straight days in the studio; in the past, we’d just do one day at a time when we could afford it. So this time we were really focused, and I feel like there was freedom in that — we could pursue everything we wanted to do. We had the album title figured out before we had the name change figured out, as well.

Everything just came together in a cool way.

One name change and one fresh full-length later, PSYCHPOP TRIO Candace is thriving The “witchgaze” description has stuck with the band for a while. How accurate does it feel?

We called ourselves “witchgaze” once five years ago and we’ve been trying to shake it off ever since — I don’t think we’re that witchy.

[Laughs.] And we don’t really fit into any specific scene. What we do is what comes out of us naturally, without thinking much about what it’s going to sound like. When people ask what kind of music we play, we always just say, “rock ’n’ roll.” We don’t know what it’s called, really. Sometimes that’s frustrating, but overall it’s a good thing to not be stuck in one genre.

New Future is way poppier than some of Is/ Is’ older work.

I agree! I used to be afraid of letting that come out in the songs, but I’ve learned to embrace the pop side of our inspiration. It’s not bad to be pop.

Mara gave a great quote in an interview for Tom Tom Magazine this year, talking about how she’s always searching for a “distinctive strut, attitude, boldness, or truth” when writing songs. That’s pretty damn astute.

We talk a lot about how specific songs will inspire us more than one whole album.

Sometimes even specific parts of songs — one little chord progression can spark a whole giant idea, instead of us saying we’re inspired by one artist or one genre. Even the lyrics are more about the feeling you get when you listen to them. Everything doesn’t have to be so specific.

Nick McGregor mail@folioweekly.com

CANDACE

8 p.m. Aug. 9, Rain Dogs, Riverside, $10, facebook.com/raindogsjax

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Massachusetts deathcore band THE ACACIA STRAIN (pictured) performs with OCEANO, KNOCKED LOOSE, CULTURE KILLER and TO THE WIND Aug. 6 at 1904 Music Hall, Downtown.

LIVE + LOCAL MUSIC CONCERTS THIS WEEK

SPADE McQUADE 6 p.m. Aug. 3, Fionn MacCool’s Irish Pub, Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 176, 374-1247.

FAT NIGHT, DIALECTABLE BEATS vs. INFADER, TRICLOPS I 6:30 p.m. Aug. 3, 1904 Music Hall, 19 Ocean St., Downtown.

Music by the Sea: THE COMMITTEE 7 p.m. Aug. 3, St. Augustine Beach Pier & Pavilion, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., thecivicassociation.org. Bring something to sit on.

THE WALKING TREE, KEYS & CORRIDORS, FAZE WAVE 8 p.m. Aug. 3, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 398-7496, $8.

JAMES & THE SAUCE 8 p.m. Aug. 3, Cliff’s Bar and Grill, 3033 Monument Rd., Arlington, 645-5162.

CHRIS STAPLETON, HOLLY WILLIAMS 7 p.m. Aug. 4, St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A S., 209-0367, $34.50-$70.

Concerts in the Plaza: TRIPLE ROCK BLUES BAND 7 p.m.

Aug. 4, Plaza de la Constitución, St. George & King streets, St. Augustine, 825-1004, concertsintheplaza.com.

DAVID BAZAN, MICHAEL NAU 7 p.m. Aug. 4, Jack Rabbits, $15.

Adult Twilight BYOB Cruises: DAN VOLL, JIM BARCARO, LARRY LeMIER 7 p.m. Aug. 4, 5, and 6 from 1 N. Front St., Fernandina, 261-9972; ameliarivercruises.com.

LIL UZI VERT, G-HERBO 8 p.m. Aug. 4, The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Downtown, 355-2787, $25-$45.

GREYMARKET, THE COSMIC GROOVE, OBONGO, INTERGALACTIC PANTS 8 p.m. Aug. 4, Shanghai Nobby’s, 10 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 547-2188, $3.

“3” THE BAND 9 p.m. Aug. 4, Flying Iguana, 207 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 853-5680.

SWEET CRUDE, SKYVIEW 8 p.m. Aug. 5, 1904 Music Hall, $10 advance; $12 day of.

CHARLIE FOG BAND (Grateful Dead tribute) 8 p.m. Aug. 5, Jack Rabbits, $8 advance; $10 day of.

DON’T CALL ME SHIRLEY 9:30 p.m. Aug. 5, Whiskey Jax, 10915 Baymeadows Rd., 634-7208.

Riverside Arts Market: MORNING YOGA with INDIE BOLLMAN (9 a.m.), CAMP EXCELLENCE PERFORMING

ARTS, SIDETRACK DUO, THE RIP CURRENTS, ROY PEAK, THOMMY BERLIN 10:30 a.m. Aug. 6, 715 Riverside Ave., 389-2449.

THE HIP ABDUCTION 5 p.m. Aug. 6, Lynch’s Irish Pub, 514 First St. N., Jax Beach, 249-5181.

THE ACACIA STRAIN, OCEANO, KNOCKED LOOSE, CULTURE KILLER, TO THE WIND 5:30 p.m. Aug. 6, 1904 Music Hall, $16-$20.

BLAIRE HANKS 6 p.m. Aug. 6, Mavericks Live, 2 Independent Dr., Downtown, 356-1110, $10-$15.

A BRILLIANT LIE, PSEUDO FUTURE, MICHAEL LANIER, KELLY WHITE 7 p.m. Aug. 6, Jack Rabbits, $10 advance; $13 day of.

DAVIS TURNER 8 p.m. Aug. 6, Slider’s Seaside Grill, 1998 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach, 277-6652.

LIFT 9 p.m. Aug. 6, The Bull Tavern, 7127 Atlantic Blvd., Arlington, 309-3010.

BREAK EVEN BAND 9:30 p.m. Aug. 6, Whiskey Jax. 21st annual China Cat Sunflower Festival: THE OUIJA BROTHERS, DAVE HENDERSHOTT & FRIENDS, PARADOXYMORON, STEVE ALVARADO 4:20 p.m. Aug. 7, Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum, 101 W. First St., Springfield, 356-2992.

BURN HALO, WOLVES OF WAR, AMERICAN EVIL 7 p.m.

Aug. 7, Harmonious Monks, 320 First St. N., Jax Beach, 372-0815, $8.

THE KICKBACK, HEY ROCCO, JOSEPH RYAN BANKS 7 p.m.

Aug. 7, Jack Rabbits, $8 advance; $10 day of.

MAXWELL, RO JAMES 7:30 p.m. Aug. 7, Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts’ Moran Theater, 300 W. Water St., Downtown, 633-6110, $36-$132.

SORORITY NOISE 7:30 p.m. Aug. 9, 1904 Music Hall, $12.

CANDACE 8 p.m. Aug. 9, Rain Dogs, 1045 Park St., Riverside, 379-4969.

Outcry Tour: HILLSONG WORSHIP, KARI JOBE, REND COLLECTIVE, HOUSEFIRES, URBAN RESCUE, CHAD VEACH 6:30 p.m. Aug. 10, Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 A. Philip Randolph Blvd., Downtown, 630-3900, $29.50-$49.50.

GENERAL TSO’S FURY, PRIDELESS, CHIEFORIA 8 p.m.

Aug. 10, 1904 Music Hall, $5.

THE PEACH KINGS, MOBLEY, WEEKEND ATLAS 8 p.m. Aug. 10, Jack Rabbits, $8 advance; $10 day of.

UPCOMING CONCERTS

SLIGHTLY STOOPID, SOJA, FORTUNATE YOUTH Aug. 11, St. Augustine Amphitheatre TOM McDERMOTT Aug. 13, Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum KENNY & THE JETS Aug. 14, Shantytown Pub RAY LaMONTAGNE Aug. 14, St. Augustine Amphitheatre DAVID LIEBE HART, ELECTRIC WATER, The UNITED TYLERS OF TYLER, MR. NEVER & THE SCARS Aug. 17, The Birdhouse BONEY JAMES Aug. 18, The Florida Theatre SHROUD EATER, DEAD HAND, YASHIRA, SHADOW HUNTER, UNEARTHLY CHILD Aug. 19, Rain Dogs.

LYLE LOVETT & HIS LARGE BAND Aug. 20, Florida Theatre TALK SICK BRATS, THE MOLD Aug. 24, TBD Sing Out Loud Festival: BRANDI CARLILE, INDIGO GIRLS, BOOKER T. JONES, THE TRAVELIN’ MCCOURYS, KENNY & THE JETS, COLIN HAY, JOEY HARKUM, REV. PEYTON’S BIG DAMN BAND, LUCERO, ADDI & JACQ, JIM & PATTY SPRINGFIELD, CANDLEBOX, COMPLICATED ANIMALS, LONESOME BERT & THE SKINNY LIZARDS, THE MOUNTAIN GOATS, TIM BARRY, MARCELLUS HALL, SHEA BIRNEY, THIS FRONTIER NEEDS HEROES, WEST KING STRING BAND, JOE ROCCO, THE YOUNG STEP, THE FREE RANGERS, SHOVELS & ROPE, ROBBIE DAMMIT & THE BROKEN STRINGS, NICHOLAS ROBERTS, J. LEE DRISKELL, JACOB HAMILTON, SKIN & BONZ, AMY HENDRICKSON, RIVERNECKS, BAD BOOKS, BOB PATTERSON, DAN

ADRIANO, TED LEO, SAM PACETTI, ASLYN & THE NAYSAYERS, CORY BRANAN, THE WILLOWWACKS, JEREMY ROGERS, FRANK TURNER, HOLOPAW Aug. 26, 27 & 31, Sept. 2, 3, 9 & 10, St. Augustine Amphitheatre, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, St. Augustine Beach, Ponte Vedra, other venues THE ORCHESTRA ELO’S GREATEST HITS (members of ELO, Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra) Aug. 27, Florida Theatre WAYNE BRADY Aug. 27, Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts Kings & Queens of Hip Hop: DMX, BONE THUGS-NHARMONY, TRINA, JUVENILE, SCARFACE, BIGGA RANKIN, MIKE JONES, KHIA, WAYNE WONDE Aug. 27, Veterans Memorial Arena JILL SCOTT Aug. 28, Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts GOO GOO DOLLS, COLLECTIVE SOUL, TRIBE SOCIETY Aug. 31, St. Augustine Amphitheatre KENNY G Sept. 1, The Florida Theatre TONY JOE WHITE Sept. 2, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall HEPATAGUA Sept. 5, Shantytown Pub MELVINS Sept. 8, Jack Rabbits BRIAN WILSON, AL JARDINE, BLONDIE CHAPLIN Sept. 10, St. Augustine Amphitheatre JAKE SHIMABUKURO Sept. 15, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall ZAC BROWN BAND, DRAKE WHITE & THE BIG FIRE Sept.

17, Veterans Memorial Arena HELL YEAH Sept. 21, Mavericks Live IL DIVO Sept. 23, The Florida Theatre WIDESPREAD PANIC Sept. 23 & 24, St. Augustine Amphitheatre SOFIJA KNEZEVIC Sept. 23, Ritz Theatre DTCV Sept. 25, Rain Dogs MICHAEL GRAVES (Misfits), DEATH ANGEL Sept. 25, Harmonious Monks THE ANN WILSON THING Sept. 28, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall PROPHETS OF RAGE, AWOLNATION Sept. 30, St. Augustine Amphitheatre JONNY LANG Sept. 30, The Florida Theatre SARAH JAROSZ, PARKER MILLSAP Sept. 30, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall THE DANDY WARHOLS, SAVOY MOTEL Oct. 4, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall GEORGE THOROGOOD & THE DESTROYERS Oct. 6, The Florida Theatre INSANE CLOWN POSSE Oct. 7, Limes Live THE VIBRATORS Oct. 9, Harmonious Monks KORN, BREAKING BENJAMIN Oct. 12, Vets Memorial Arena DONNA THE BUFFALO, PETER ROWAN BLUEGRASS BAND, BLUEGROUND UNDERGRASS Oct. 13-16, Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park NEEDTOBREATHE, MAT KEARNY, PARACHUTE, WELSHLY ARMS Oct. 13, St. Augustine Amphitheatre Jacksonville Music Fest: MAZE, FRANKIE BEVERLY, JAHEIM, JOE Oct. 14, Veterans Memorial Arena Beaches Oktoberfest: BLUES TRAVELER, COLLIE BUDDZ, THE MOVEMENT Oct. 14-16, SeaWalk Pavilion, Jax Beach Live Original Tour: SADIE ROBERTSON Oct. 14, The Florida Theatre

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LIVE + LOCAL MUSIC St. Petersburg-based reggaejam dudes The HIP ABDUCTION perform Aug. 6 at Lynch’s Irish Pub, Jacksonville Beach.

20th annual Magnolia Fest: JJ GREY & MOFRO, KELLER WILLIAMS, THE INFAMOUS STRINGDUSTERS, ZACH DEPUTY, BILLY BRAGG, SARAH LEE GUTHRIE, THIS FRONTIER NEEDS HEROES Oct. 15, St. Augustine Amphitheatre KIM RICHEY Oct. 16, Café Eleven STEVEN CURTIS CHAPMAN, MAC POWELL, BRANDON HEATH Oct. 16, Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts MIKE STERN TRIO Oct. 16, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall EDEN, XX Oct. 17, Jack Rabbits THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS Oct. 18, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall THE TURNPIKE TROUBADOURS Oct. 18, St. Augustine Amphitheatre

KEB’ MO’ BAND Oct. 18, The Florida Theatre JOSH RITTER Oct. 20, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall CHASE BRYANT Oct. 20, Mavericks Live LINDSEY STIRLING Oct. 27, The Florida Theatre THE AVETT BROTHERS Oct. 28, Veterans Memorial Arena SCOTT BRADLEE’S POSTMODERN JUKEBOX Oct. 16, The Florida Theatre BONNIE RAITT Oct. 29, St. Augustine Amphitheatre DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION, DIE CHOKING Oct. 29, raindogs.

LORD ALMIGHTY Nov. 3, Shantytown Pub NF Nov. 3, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall LO CASH Nov. 3, Mavericks Live

GHOST, POPESTAR Nov. 4, The Florida Theatre BLAIR CRIMMINS & THE HOOKERS Nov. 5, Café Eleven ZZ TOP Nov. 5, St. Augustine Amphitheatre THE DOOBIE BROTHERS, THE FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDS Nov. 11, St. Augustine Amphitheatre ODD SQUAD LIVE! Nov. 12, The Florida Theatre CHRIS YOUNG, CASSADEE POPE Nov. 12, St. Augustine Amphitheatre TRACY MORGAN Nov. 12, Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts WAR Nov. 13, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall GALACTIC, THE HIP ABDUCTION Nov. 17, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall SAVION GLOVER Nov. 18, The Florida Theatre YELLOWCARD Nov. 18, Mavericks Live WVRM FEST 4 Nov. 18 & 19, 1904 Music Hall MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER Nov. 21, Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts ANIMAL COLLECTIVE Nov. 22, Mavericks Live QUEENSRYCHE, ARMORED SAINT Nov. 29, Mavericks Live CALIFORNIA GUITAR TRIO Dec. 1, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall PATRICK BARTLEY Dec. 1, Ritz Theatre STANLEY CLARKE Dec. 2, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall A PETER WHITE CHRISTMAS: RICK BRAUN, EUGE GROOVE Dec. 11, The Florida Theatre THE OAK RIDGE BOYS Dec. 13, The Florida Theatre GRIFFIN HOUSE Dec. 18, Café Eleven JEANNE ROBERTSON Jan. 21, The Florida Theatre ELVIS LIVES Jan. 24, Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts KENNY ROGERS, LINDA DAVIS Jan. 28, Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts CHRISTIE DASHIELL Feb. 2, Ritz Theatre THE BABES Feb. 11, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall ANDY McKEE Feb. 15, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall SOUTHSIDE JOHNNY & THE ASBURY JUKES Feb. 19, The Florida Theatre COLIN HAY Feb. 22, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall JOE BONAMASSA Feb. 22, The Florida Theatre MINDI ABAIR Feb. 23, Ritz Theatre TAJ EXPRESS Feb. 28, Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts THE WEIGHT (with members of The Band) March 3, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall

LIVE MUSIC CLUBS

AMELIA ISLAND, FERNANDINA

ALLEY CAT BEER HOUSE, 316 Centre St., 491-1001 Dan Voll 6:30 p.m. Aug. 3 LA MANCHA, 2709 Sadler Rd., 261-4646 Miguel Paley’s jazz show 5:30-9 p.m. every Fri.-Sun. Javier Parez every Sun. SLIDERS Seaside Grill, 1998 S. Fletcher Ave., 277-6652 King Eddie & Pili Pili 6 p.m. Aug. 3. Tad Jennings Aug. 4. DJ Dave, Savannah Bassett Aug. 5. Davis Turner Aug. 6. Down Yonder Aug. 7. Darrell Rae Aug. 8. Westking String Band Aug. 9 SURF Restaurant, 3199 S. Fletcher Ave., 261-5711 Russell Bryant Aug. 3 & 5. Yancy Clegg every Tue. & Thur.

Black Jack Band every Fri.

AVONDALE, ORTEGA

CASBAH Café, 3628 St. Johns Ave., 981-9966 Goliath Flores every Wed. Live jazz every Sun. Live music 9 p.m. every Mon. ECLIPSE, 4219 St. Johns Ave. KJ Free 9 p.m. Tue. & Thur.

Indie dance 9 p.m. every Wed. ’80s & ’90s dance every Fri.

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LIVE + LOCAL MUSIC Philly rapper LIL UZI VERT (pictured) performs with G-HERBO Aug. 4 at The Florida Theatre, Downtown.

MELLOW MUSHROOM, 3611 St. Johns, 388-0200 Live music every Thur.-Sat.

THE BEACHES (All venues in Jax Beach unless otherwise noted)

BLUE TYPHOON, 2309 Beach Blvd., 379-3789 Live music most weekends BRASS ANCHOR PUB, 2292 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach, 249-0301 Joe Oliff Aug. 3. Near Empty Aug. 57 FLYING IGUANA TAQUERIA & Tequila Bar, 207 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 853-5680 3 the Band 9 p.m. Aug. 4 GUSTO, 1266 Beach Blvd., 372-9925 Groov 7:30 p.m. every Wed. Murray Goff 7:30 p.m. every Fri. Under the Bus 7:30 p.m. every Sat. Gene Nordan 6 p.m. every Sun. HARMONIOUS MONKS, 320 First St. N., 372-0815 Dellacoma Aug. 6. Burn Halo, Wolves of War, American Evil 7 p.m. Aug. 7 LYNCH’S IRISH PUB, 514 N. First St., 249-5181 The Hip Abduction 10 p.m. Aug. 6 MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS, 1018 Third St. N., 241-5600 5 O’Clock Shadow Aug. 4. Bonnie Blue Aug. 11 MEZZA RESTAURANT & BAR, 110 First St., Neptune Beach, 249-5573 Gypsies Ginger every Wed. Mike Shackelford, Steve Shanholtzer every Thur. Mezza Shuffle every Mon. Trevor Tanner every Tue. MONKEY’S UNCLE TAVERN, 1728 N. Third St., 246-1070 DJ every Wed., Sat. & Sun. Live music every Fri. RAGTIME TAVERN, 207 Atlantic Blvd., AB, 241-7877 Neil Dixon Aug. 3. Midlife Crisis Aug. 4. Rick Arcusa band Aug. 5 & 6. Big John Duo Aug. 7. Live music every Wed.-Sun. SEACHASERS, 831 First St. N., 372-0444 Lip Sync FaceOff: D’Land Entertainment 7 p.m. Aug. 3 & 10. Jarell Harris Trio 7 p.m. Aug. 4. Guitar Red & the Red Hots 8:30 p.m. Aug. 5. Resonator, Dylan Adams 8:30 p.m. Aug. 6. Jerico open mic Aug. 8. DJ EL 8 p.m. Aug. 11 SLIDERS SEAFOOD GRILLE, 218 First St., NB, 246-0881 Live music most weekends

DOWNTOWN

1904 MUSIC HALL, 19 Ocean St. N. Fat Night, Dialectable Beats vs. Infader, Triclops I 6:30 p.m. Aug. 3. Sweet Crude, Skyview 8 p.m. Aug. 5. The Acacia Strain, Oceano, Knocked Loose, Culture Killer, To The Wind 5:30 p.m. Aug. 6. William LaVant, Rick Ruger, Spooky P Aug. 7. Sorority Noise 7:30 p.m. Aug. 9. General Tso’s Fury, Prideless, Chieforia 8 p.m.

Aug. 10 THE BIRDHOUSE, 1827 N. Pearl St. Knockout Kid, With Friends Like These Aug. 7 DOS GATOS, 123 E. Forsyth St., 354-0666 BlackJack every Wed. DJ Brandon every Thur. DJs spin dance music every Fri. DJ NickFresh every Sat. DJ Randall every Mon. DJ Hollywood every Tue. FIONN MacCOOL’S, The Jacksonville Landing, 374-1247 Spade McQuade 6 p.m. Aug. 3, 8 p.m. Aug. 5. Ace Winn Aug. 6 HOURGLASS PUB, 345 E. Bay St., 469-1719 Bay Street Jam every Fri. JACKSONVILLE LANDING, 2 Independent Dr., 353-1188 Ryan Crary 5 p.m., Radio Love 8 p.m. Aug. 3. Bay Street Aug. 5. Brittney Lawrence 8 p.m. Aug. 6. Caribbean Sundaze 4 p.m. Aug. 7 MARK’S DOWNTOWN, 315 E. Bay St., 355-5099 DJ Dr. Doom 10 p.m. every Fri. DJ Shotgun 10 p.m. every Sat. MAVERICKS LIVE, The Jacksonville Landing, 356-1110 Ryan Crary 5 p.m., Radio Love 8 p.m. Aug. 3. Blaire Hanks 6 p.m. Aug. 6. Joe Buck, DJ Justin every Thur.-Sat. MYTH Nightclub & Bar, 333 E. Bay St., 707-0474 Franklin Freshman Aug. 3. DJs Lady Miaou, Booty Boo, Cry Havoc, Some Dude 9 p.m. for Glitz every Wed. Q45, live music every Wed. EDM every Thur. Eric Rush every Fri. DJ IBay every Sat. Bangarang & Crunchay every Sun.

FLEMING ISLAND

MELLOW MUSHROOM, 1800 Town Ctr. Blvd., 541-1999 Live music most weekends WHITEY’S FISH CAMP, 2032 C.R. 220, 269-4198 Paul Ivey Aug. 4. The Ride 9 p.m. Aug. 5 & 6

INTRACOASTAL WEST

BULL TAVERN, 7127 Atlantic Blvd., Arlington, 309-3010 Lift 9 p.m. Aug. 6 CLIFF’S BAR, 3033 Monument Rd., 645-5162 James & the Sauce Aug. 3. Live music most weekends JERRY’S Grille, 13170 Atlantic Blvd., 220-6766 Lucky Stiff Aug. 5. Boogie Freaks Aug. 6

MANDARIN

IGGY’S SEAFOOD SHACK, 104 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 101, 209-5209 Robert Brown Jr. the Confluent 6 p.m. Aug. 4

ORANGE PARK, MIDDLEBURG

The HILLTOP, 2030 Wells Rd., 272-5959 John Michael on the piano every Tue.-Sat. The ROADHOUSE, 231 Blanding Blvd., 264-0611 Mourning Wood 10 p.m. Aug. 3. The Helmsmen Aug. 5. Of Good Nature, Lovely Budz Aug. 6. Westbrook Aug. 10

SHARK CLUB, 714 Park Ave., 215-1557 Digital Skyline 9 p.m. Aug. 3 THE URBAN BEAN COFFEEHOUSE CAFÉ, 2023 Park Ave., 541-4938 Janie Koch every Fri. and Sun. Jacob Schuman 6:30 every Sat.

PONTE VEDRA

PUSSER’S, 816 A1A, 280-7766 Billy Buchanan 7 p.m. Aug. 6. Live music most weekends TABLE 1, 330 A1A, 280-5515 Jamie Gordon, Kiera McKenzie Aug. 3. Gary Starling Jazz Band 7:30 p.m. Aug. 4. Wes Cobb 7:30 p.m. Aug. 5. Latin All Stars Aug. 6. Scott Elley 6 p.m. Aug. 10

RIVERSIDE, WESTSIDE

DERBY ON PARK, 1068 Park St., 379-3343 Live music every weekend MURRAY HILL THEATRE, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., 388-7807 Healthe Cafe Aug. 3. Shawn McDonald, Jeremy Vanderloop, Citizen 102 Aug. 5 RAIN DOGS, 1045 Park, 379-4969 Candace 8 p.m. Aug. 9 RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET, 715 Riverside Ave., 389-2449 Camp Excellence Performing Arts, Sidetrack Duo, The Rip Currents, Roy Peak, Thommy Berlin 10:30 a.m. Aug. 6

ST. AUGUSTINE, ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH

THE CELLAR UPSTAIRS, 157 King St., 826-1594 Tony Scozzaro 2 p.m., The Committee 7 p.m. Aug. 5. Gary Douglas Campbell 2 p.m., The Committee 7 p.m. Aug. 6.

Vinny Jacobs 2 p.m. Aug. 7 HURRICANE PATTY’S BAR & GRILL, 69 Lewis Blvd., 342-7338 Live music every Fri. & Sat. MARDI GRAS, 123 San Marco Ave., 823-8806 JW Gilmore 9 p.m. Aug. 5. Feral Swine Experiment 9 p.m. Aug. 6. Fre Gordon open mic Aug. 7. DJ Rob St. John every Wed. Live music every Fri. & Sat. SHANGHAI NOBBY’S, 10 Anastasia Blvd., 547-2188 Greymarket, The Cosmic Groove, Obongo, Intergalactic Pants 8 p.m. Aug. 4

TRADEWINDS LOUNGE, 124 Charlotte St., 829-9336 Blistur Aug. 5 & 6. Live music 9 p.m. Fri. & Sat. Live music 9 p.m. every Fri. & Sat.

SAN MARCO

JACK RABBITS, 1528 Hendricks Ave., 398-7496 The Walking Tree, Keys & Corridors, Faze Wave 8 p.m. Aug. 3. David Bazan, Michael Nau 7 p.m. Aug. 4. Charlie Fog Band (Grateful Dead tribute) 8 p.m. Aug. 5. A Brilliant Lie, Pseudo Future, Michael Lanier & Kelly White 7 p.m. Aug. 6. The Kickback, Hey Rocco, Joseph Ryan Banks 7 p.m.

Aug. 7. The Peach Kings, Mobley, Weekend Atlas 8 p.m.

Aug. 10 MUDVILLE MUSIC ROOM, 3104 Atlantic Blvd., 352-7008 River City Rhythm Kings Aug. 8

SOUTHSIDE, BAYMEADOWS

MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS, 9734 Deer Lake Ct., Ste. 1, 997-1955 Anton LaPlume Aug. 4. Ciaran Sontag Aug. 5 WHISKEY JAX, 10915 Baymeadows Rd., 634-7208 Don’t Call Me Shirley 9:30 p.m. Aug. 5. Break Even Band 9:30 p.m. Aug. 6. Melissa Smith’s open mic every Thur. Blues jam every Sun. Live music every weekend WORLD OF BEER, 9700 Deer Lake Ct., 551-5929 Live music most weekends

SPRINGFIELD, NORTHSIDE

THE HEADLAMP, 818 Clay St. Live music every Fri. & Sat. SHANTYTOWN PUB, 22 W. Sixth St., 798-8222 Live music every weekend

___________________________ To list your band’s gig, please send time, date, location (street address, city), admission price, and a contact number to print to Daniel A. Brown, email dbrown@ folioweekly.com or by the U.S. Postal Service, 45 W. Bay St., Ste. 103, Jacksonville FL 32202. Events run on a space-available basis. Deadline is at noon every Wednesday for the next Wednesday’s publication.

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Dear Davi, My human and I saw a panting pup in a parked car. He seemed to be suffering. How can we help a dog trapped in a locked car on a hot day?

Brie the Boxer Brie, Parked cars are deathtraps for dogs. On a 78°F day, the temperature inside a parked car can soar to 110°F in just minutes, and on a 90°F day, the temperature can reach 160°F in fewer than 10 minutes. Even on overcast days and with windows cracked, temperatures can still be dangerously high.

Now, there is a new Florida law in place to protect hot dogs in need — House Bill 131: Unattended Persons and Animals in Motor Vehicles.

Recently, Florida Governor Rick Scott signed HB 131 into law, making it legal for a person to break into a locked vehicle to rescue animals (and people) who are in imminent danger.

Under the law, someone who sees a pet — it’s most often a dog — trapped in a hot car may use reasonable force to get the animal out. Good news: Rescuers will not be held liable for any damage to the vehicle due to the recovery. Better news: A life may be saved.

However, the law does not make breaking and entering a free-for-all. There are strict guidelines that must be followed. First, you must check that the vehicle is locked. After determining that, call 911 or non-emergency law enforcement before entering the vehicle or immediately after rescuing the pet.

Finally, use no more force than absolutely necessary to break in — and remain with the animal until first responders arrive.

Seriously, folks, there’s never an excuse to leave any animal in a hot car, even if it’s just for a minute. Each minute that passes means increased danger. Dogs cool themselves through panting and sweat only through their paws — they can get overheated and suffer from heatstroke in a matter of minutes. Untreated, a dog can go into cardiac arrest and die.

If you see a dog in distress, look for these heatstroke symptoms: excessive panting, agitation, vomiting, weakness and/ or collapse. If you recognize any of these, get the animal out of the heat and seek veterinary care immediately.

Your dog can be good company to have along while you run errands, but the risks far outweigh the fun. Instead of leaving your dog in the car, try these alternatives: • If there’s a drive-thru available, use it • Bring a friend to stay with your dog • while you’re out of the car • Shop at pet-friendly stores where dogs are welcome to shop with you • Eat at an outdoor café where your dog • can sit with you The safest bet? Leave your pet at home, where it’s cool and comfortable — and safe!

Davi mail@folioweekly.com For more information about House Bill 131: flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2016/0200 flsenate.gov/Committees/ billsummaries/2016/html/1151 ____________________________________ Davi the dachshund isn’t a politician, but he does know how to lie (down) and beg.

PET TIP: PDQ FIDO DOO-DOO TIPS WHILE DOGS ARE LOYAL COMPANIONS AND LOVABLE PALS, THEY’RE ALSO NOTORIOUS FOR EATING EVERYTHING IN SIGHT. The “end result” can be doggy diarrhea. Usually, these gastric mishaps will resolve after a few days of home treatment, which can include feeding your pooped-out pooch a bland diet, probiotics, and even rice water. If your dog’s stools are red, black, gray, or flecked with white spots, get that pooch to your veterinarian ASAP. 58 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 3 - 9, 2016

PET EVENTS KATZ 4 KEEPS ADOPTION EVENT • Cat adoptions are held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 and Sunday, Aug. 7 at 935B A1A N., Ponte Vedra, 8343223, katz4keeps.org. Adoptions are held every weekend in August and September.

ADOPTABLES

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GINJA NINJA • Hey there! If you like an extremely helpful cat, you must meet me.

Are you reading the most recent edition of Folio Weekly? Here, let me walk on it. Are you enjoying a nice glass of water? I can knock that over. Trying to eat a slice of pizza? Oh, no!

It’s headed straight for your face. I will knock it right out of your hands! I hope you need a really good helper around the house, because if so, we’re going to get along just fine! Come check meowt at Jacksonville Humane Society, 8464 Beach Blvd., today! For adoption and other information, visit jaxhumane.org.

FEEDINGS & TOURS • Catty Shack’s night feedings are open to the public most Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and daytime tours most Thursdays at 1860 Starratt Rd., Northside, 757-3603, cattyshack. org. For details, times and fees, check the website.

FURST SATURDAY • A tent is set up at 8:30 a.m.

Aug. 6 at Fernandina Beach Farmers Market to let folks know about the adoption programs and the work that’s done at Nassau Humane Society. Some terrific dogs ready for adoption will be there, too.

352-7631, nassauhumanesociety.com.

FIRST COAST NO MORE HOMELESS PETS VIP TOUR • FCNMHP offers a tour of its facilities 11:30 a.m. Aug. 18 at 6817 Norwood Ave., Jacksonville; for reservations, call 520-7901, fcnmhp.org.

ADOPTABLES

DOLLY

MISS PARTON IF YOU’RE FRIENDLY • Do you work 9-5? Do you believe love is a butterfly?

Are you named Jolene? Well, even if the answers to my questions are all ‘no,’ we will still make a GREAT team. I spend most of my time here at Jacksonville Humane Society running and playing with my friends – everyone says I’m the friendliest dog in the building!

It’s true! Please come meet me. I’m currently staying at JHS – it’s not Dollywood – but I’d even live on an island in the stream if you were there, too! Jacksonville Humane Society is open 7 days a week.

VACCINATION CLINICS • VetCo offers lower-cost vaccination services at PetCo stores in the area.

Upcoming events are held Sunday, Aug. 7; 2-3 p.m. at 11900 Atlantic Blvd., 997-8441; and 4-5 p.m. at 950 Marsh Landing Parkway, Jax Beach, 273-0964; vetcoclinics.com. _____________________________________ To list a pet event, send event name, time, date, location (complete street address and city), admission price, contact number/website to print, to mdryden@folioweekly.com – at least two weeks before the event.

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FREEWILL ASTROLOGY

TREASURE IN TRASH, PEARLS, GHOST WRESTLING & CHICKS ARIES (March 21-April 19): I apologize for the excessive abundance of good news I’m about to give. I want you to know that every prediction is warranted by astrological omens.

Ready? 1. In the next few weeks, you could fall forever out of love with a wasteful obsession. 2. You might start falling in love with a healthy obsession.

3. You can half-accidentally snag a blessing you’ve been half-afraid to want. 4. You could recall a catalytic truth whose absence has caused a problem ever since you forgot it. 5. You could reclaim the mojo you squandered when you pushed too hard a few months ago.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): August is Adopt-a-Taurus month. It’s for all the tribe, not just orphans, exiles and disowned rebels. Even if you have exemplary parents, current astrological omens suggest you require additional support and guidance from wise elders. Be audacious in rounding up trustworthy guardians and benefactors. Search mentors and fairy godmothers. Ask for advice from heroes further along the path you’d like to follow. You’re ready to receive teachings and direction.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): When a parasite or other irritant slips inside an oyster’s shell, the mollusk’s immune system besieges the intruder with successive layers of calcium carbonate. Eventually, a pearl may form. This is a useful metaphor to contemplate in the days ahead as you deal with salt in your wound or splinter in your skin. This is not a case of the platitude, “Whatever doesn’t kill you will make you stronger.” Keep in mind the pearl is a symbol of beauty and value, not strength.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): It’s your lucky day! Spiritual counsel comparable to what you see here usually sells for $99.95. But because you’re showing signs you’re primed to outwit bad habits, I offer it at no cost. I want to encourage you! Here are ideas for what you should focus on. Keep in mind I don’t expect absolute perfection. 1. Wean yourself from indulging in selfpity and romanticized pessimism. 2. Withdraw from connections with those who harbor negative images of you. 3. Transcend low expectations when you see them in play. 4. Don’t give precious life energy to demoralizing ideas and sour opinions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You’re not doing a baby chick a favor by helping it hatch. For its well-being, the bird needs to peck its way out of the egg. It’s got to exert its vigor and willpower to start its new life. That’s a good meditating metaphor for you. As you escape your comfortable womb-jail and launch toward inspiration, rely as much as possible on your own instincts. Friendly people who’d like to provide assistance may inadvertently cloud access to your primal wisdom. Trust yourself deeply and wildly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): I hear you’re getting weary of wrestling with ghosts. The moment you give up fruitless struggle, you’ll be eligible for a unique kind of freedom you’ve not imagined. Another rumor I’ve caught wind of: You’re getting bored with an old source of sadness you’ve long used for motivation.

As soon as you shed allegiance to the sadness, you will awaken to a sparkling font of comfort you’ve been blind to. You’re close to realizing your attention to a mediocre treasure has diverted you from a more pleasurable treasure. Hallelujah!

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one? And that success, at least the kind that really matters, can happen only if you adopt an upsidedown, inside-out perspective? The righteous answer to all these questions is “YES!” – at least for now. The most helpful approach will never be as simple or as hard as you may believe.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your strength seems to make some people uncomfortable. I don’t want that to be a problem. Maybe you could get away with toning down your potency at other times, but not now.

It’d be sinful to act as if you’re not as competent and committed to excellence as you are. Monitor your behavior for excess pride. Some resistance you face when you express your true glory may be due to shadows cast by your true glory. You could be tempted to believe your honorable intentions excuse secretive manipulations. Work on wielding your clout with maximum compassion and responsibility.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Did you honestly imagine there would come a future when you’d have your loved ones fully “trained”? Did you fantasize that sooner or later you’d get them under control, purged of imperfections and telepathically responsive to your every mood? If so, now’s a good time to face the fact: those longings will never be fulfilled. You finally have the equanimity to accept loved ones exactly as they are. Uncoincidentally, this adjustment will make you smarter about stirring up soulful joy in intimate relationships.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may experience a divine visitation as you clean a toilet. You might get a glimpse of a solution to a nagging problem while you’re petting a donkey, paying bills or waiting in a long bank line. Catch my drift? I may or may not be speaking metaphorically here. You could meditate up a perfect storm as you eat a doughnut. While flying high over the Earth in a dream, you may spy a treasure hidden in a pile of trash below.

If I were going to give your immediate future a mythic title, it might be “Finding the Sacred in the Midst of the Profane.”

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I’ve worked hard for years to dismantle my prejudices. To my credit, I’ve even managed to cultivate compassion for folks I once demonized, like evangelical Christians, drunk jocks, arrogant gurus and career politicians. There’s still one group toward which I’m bigoted: super-rich bankers. I wish I could extend them at least a modicum of amiable impartiality. Do you harbor any hidebound biases that shrink your ability to see life as it truly is? Have you so thoroughly rationalized certain narrow-minded perspectives and judgmental preconceptions, your mind is permanently closed? If so, now’s a good time to dissolve barriers and stretch your imagination beyond its limits.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Are you lingering at the crux of the crossroads, restless to move on but unsure which direction will lead to your sweet destiny? Are there too many theories swimming in your brain, clogging up your intuition? Have you absorbed the opinions of so many “experts” you’ve lost contact with your core values? Time to change all that.

You’re ready to quietly explode in a calm burst of practical lucidity. Tune out all the noise. Shed all rationalizations. Purge all worries. Ask yourself, “What is the path with heart?”

Rob Brezsny freewillastrology@freewillastrology.com

NEWS OF THE WEIRD TROMPE L’OEIL JUNGLE

A conservation biologist at Australia’s University of New South Wales said in July that his team was headed to Botswana to paint eyeballs on cows’ rear ends. It’s a solution to the problem of farmers who are now forced to kill endangered lions to keep them away from their cows. However, the researchers hypothesize, since lions hunt by stealth and tend to pass up kills if the prey spots them, painting eyeballs might trick the lions to choose other prey. For the same reason, woodcutters in India wear masks painted with faces — backward — for protection against tigers.

A GOVERNMENT PROGRAM THAT ACTUALLY WORKS

A motorist in Regina, Saskatchewan, was issued a $175 traffic ticket on June 8 after he pulled over to ask if he could assist a homeless beggar on the sidewalk. According to the police report cited by CTV News, the “beggar” was actually a cop on stakeout looking for drivers not wearing seat belts (who would thus pay the city $175). Driver Dane Rusk said he unbuckled his belt to lean over in the seat to give the “beggar” $3 — and moments later, the cop’s partner stopped Rusk — thus earning Regina a total of $178!

GROUND CONTROL TO MAJOR LOUIE

One of America’s major concerns, according to a U.S. congressman, should be the risk that if an apocalyptic event occurs and we are forced to abandon Earth with only a few species to provide for humanity’s survival, NASA might unwisely populate the space “ark” with same-sex couples instead of procreative male-female pairs. This warning was conveyed during the U.S. House session on May 26 by Texas Congressman Louie Gohmert (who seemed not to be aware that gay males might contribute sperm to lesbians for species-continuation).

YOU WANT JUSTICE?

In May, the Times of India reported the death of a man known only as Urjaram, in Rajasthan, India, when, while hosting a party, he forgot that while he was enjoying himself, he had left his camel in the sun all day (during

a historic heat wave) with its legs tied together.

When Urjaram finally went outside, the enraged camel “lifted him by the neck,” “threw him to the ground” and “chewed on his body,” severing his head.

HOLY S&^%!

The thief who ransacked a community greenhouse in County Durham, England, in July got away, but, according to residents, among his bounty was a bottle of rum that’s usually offered only as a constipation remedy, in that it contained a heavy dose of the aggressive laxative “lactulose.” Said one resident, “Maybe [the thief has] left a trail” for the police.

SUSPICIONS CONFIRMED

Many website and app users are suspected of “agreeing” to privacy policies and “terms of service” without comprehending them (or even reading them), though most judges routinely assume the user to have consented to be bound by them.

In a controlled-test report released in July, researchers from York University and University of Connecticut found that 74 percent skipped the privacy policy altogether, but, of the “readers,” the average time spent was 73 seconds (for wordage that should have taken 30 minutes), and time “reading” terms of service was 51 seconds when it should have taken 16 minutes. (If users had read closely, they might have noticed that they had agreed to share all their personal data with the National Security Agency and that terms of service included giving up their first-born child.)

HEAD GAMES

Joshua Long, 26, was arrested in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, in June for possession of a suspected-stolen human brain (which he allegedly kept in a shopping bag under the porch at his aunt’s trailer home). Police believe the brain had been a medical teaching aid, but Long was lacing his marijuana with the brain’s embalming fluid. Long and a former resident of the trailer home called the brain “Freddy.”

Chuck Shepherd weirdnews@earthlink.net

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Third, by attacking the amount of salary taken by the now-former pension fund executive director John Keane and the purported mismanagement of the fund by the pension board, a tailor-made scapegoat for why the city of Jacksonville should not pay its share (whatever that is) was put to the public.

A public that knows next to nothing about it.

An underlying part of the pension reform plan would be to get rid of the guaranteed retirement plan for all future city employees, including police and fire personnel. If this plan is ultimately approved by the City Council, first responders would have little incentive to stay on the job unless that pension cut is coupled with a higher salary (unlikely).

A recent look at the mayor’s pension fund proposal by a Task Force created by Sheriff Mike Williams makes it clear that Jacksonville is in no danger of becoming another Detroit.

The central question is: “What are the advantages of the mayor’s plan for taxpayers and voters?” At this point, nothing. Will services be shut down in the coming year?

Will the murder rate be reduced? Will Downtown development come to an end? Will the Shipyards be developed? Will fewer roads get paved?

By ignoring the right thing to do in favor of the conservative political principle of no new taxes, Mayor Curry rides the wave of his party. An ad valorem tax is in order. But it won’t happen on Curry’s watch.

Frederick Matthews mail@folioweekly.com ____________________________________ Matthews is a broadcaster, journalist and community volunteer who is a lifelong resident of Jacksonville.

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THE VOTE ON MAYOR LENNY CURRY’S FIX FOR the long-suffering Pension Plan should be (drumroll, please): NO. For three decades, mayor after mayor and city council after city council have played fast and loose with putting in the city’s share of the pension for Duval County’s Police & Fire Pension Fund.

When the Democrats were in charge, it was a given that the unions would be taken care of.

After all, the firemen did the political signs for everyone they endorsed for office and the police put the bumper stickers on selected cars for those they endorsed for office (as long as you didn’t have an arrest record).

But when former prosecutor Ed Austin, then mayor, left the Democratic Party to become a Republican, the relationship with and view of the city’s unions began to change, becoming more in line with the national perspective. In essence, unions are bad for business, union workers are guaranteed a certain wage, they retire earlier than most folks, then find a way to make more money on the public dole. Today, a “retired” cop collecting a pension can go to work for the Duval County Public Schools’ Police Department.

But back to why it should be a “no” vote.

First, the mayor’s proposal does nothing to fix the pension deficit owed by the city today. Extending the current sales tax beyond its expiration 2030 date merely assures city financiers that there will be revenue in future years.

Second, it does not state that the city will pay its share of the pension fund in the current fiscal year or the next. And what exactly is the city’s share of the pension fund?

Curry’s not saying and only a select few city councilpersons can tell you.

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