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Media Kit: Dining

Croissants, Crustaceans and Catfish Food And Dining

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.- Even the most discriminating palates will be pleased with the variety and quality of authentic recipes, seafood specialties and famous Southern-style dishes Tallahassee serves up to make visitors feel right at home. With the Gulf only 25 miles away, Tallahassee benefits from the freshest of saltwater sensations. Two especially tempting delicacies are famous Apalachicola oysters and Panacea blue crabs.

Chefs worldwide demand famous Apalachicola oysters, harvested from the optimum blend of freshwater and saltwater to produce a perfect salty, sweet taste. With more than 1.8 million pounds of Apalachicola oysters harvested each year, they account for 10 percent of the nation's entire oyster harvest.

As "Blue Crab Capital of the World," Panacea not only touts the delicious hard-shell crab, but throws an annual festival that draws 20,000 crab lovers to the tiny coastal town.

Bradley's country sausage has been a regional favorite for more than 70 years. Operating from a tin country store built in 1927, the Bradley family sells more than 70,000 pounds of sausage over the counter and fills requests for Grandma Mary's time-proven, seasoned sausage biscuit, hot off the griddle.

Other favorites from around Tallahassee include Whigham pecans, deep-fried and rolled in cinnamon-sugar; Mama Crum's Blackened Seafood Seasoning and Blackberry Patch jams.

Nearby fields and farms produce nationally acclaimed Vidalia onions, the original sweet onion eaten like a piece of fruit; Quincy mushrooms, known to be plump and prime; and mouth-watering Jefferson County watermelons. Tallahassee also offers a complete menu of dining opportunities, reflecting a combination of cultural influences in a variety of settings.

On the five-star spectrum, Andrew's Second Act and the Silver Slipper have captured a cupboard full of prestigious Golden Spoon awards. Andrew's serves creative continental cuisine with Tournedos St. Laurent receiving high acclaim. The oldest family-run restaurant in the state and long-time favorite of many legends, the Silver Slipper has even served its famous steaks to presidents John F. Kennedy, Lyndon Johnson, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan and George Bush.

Also among Tallahassee's finest restaurants are Anthony's, featuring fine Italian cuisine in a classic atmosphere, and Georgio's, with a sophisticated wine list sure to complement its succulent Florida seafood, beef, veal and lamb dishes.

Tasty dishes are to be expected at Tallahassee eateries, but unique surroundings are a delightful plus. Relaxing live music and a beautifully restored 1920s home create the perfect ambiance for savoring Chez Pierre's authentic French cuisine. Offering a unique combination of Italian and German flavors, the family-owned Nino's is set in a charmingly cozy cottage.

Good ole' Southern home cooking - tender, juicy beef grown right on the farm and fresh baked bread - is the heart and soul of Nicholson's Farmhouse, an actual family plantation home built in 1820, Nicholson's even offers boiled peanuts as appetizers.

For funky surroundings and modern cuisine, Kool Beanz Cafe serves up a palette of new flavors, from pecan-crusted mahi-mahi to crawfish tacos. And at Food Glorious Food, enjoy relaxing courtyard dining amid upscale Betton Place shops. Downtown eateries offer everything from quick bites to lingering lunches. Po' Boys serves up Cajun dishes with plenty of red beans and rice. Sunday brunch is a special affair at Jacob's on the Plaza, where champagne and jazz tunes compliment the eggs benedict, smoked salmon and carved roast beef.

Tallahassee's only microbrewery - the Buckhead Brewery & Grill - serves steaks, seafood, wild game and, of course, hand-crafted beers, in a comfortable lodge atmosphere.

Many Tallahassee-area restaurants feature succulent fresh catches from nearby bay and Gulf waters. One of the most popular is Angelo's, voted one of Florida's top 200 restaurants for eight years in a row, with a menu full of favorite local seafood dishes. Nearby, another local favorite - Posey's Restaurant - serves up fresh oysters and "cold ones" in a rustic, coastal town setting.

From fast food to five-star, visitors can find the perfect meal among Tallahassee's unique and growing collection of restaurants and eateries.

Additional visitor information is available from the Tallahassee Area Convention and Visitors Bureau at (800) 628-2866 or (850) 413-9200 or visit www.seeTallahassee.com.

Year 2008
For More Media Information
Alice Bonn / Britt Bowles
The Zimmerman Agency
(850) 668-2222
tallahasseepr@zimmerman.com


Media Kit General Overview Meetings Activities Sightseeing Nearby Attractions Dining Just a Glimpse Recreation History Trivia Resources Image Library Archives Search Contact News @lerts Consumer Website	Media Kit: Dining Croissants, Crustaceans and Catfish Food And Dining TALLAHASSEE, Fla.- Even the most discriminating palates will be pleased with the variety and quality of authentic recipes, seafood specialties and famous Southern-style dishes Tallahassee serves up to make visitors feel right at home. With the Gulf only 25 miles away, Tallahassee benefits from the freshest of saltwater sensations. Two especially tempting delicacies are famous Apalachicola oysters and Panacea blue crabs. Chefs worldwide demand famous Apalachicola oysters, harvested from the optimum blend of freshwater and saltwater to produce a perfect salty, sweet taste. With more than 1.8 million pounds of Apalachicola oysters harvested each year, they account for 10 percent of the nation's entire oyster harvest. As "Blue Crab Capital of the World," Panacea not only touts the delicious hard-shell crab, but throws an annual festival that draws 20,000 crab lovers to the tiny coastal town. Bradley's country sausage has been a regional favorite for more than 70 years. Operating from a tin country store built in 1927, the Bradley family sells more than 70,000 pounds of sausage over the counter and fills requests for Grandma Mary's time-proven, seasoned sausage biscuit, hot off the griddle. Other favorites from around Tallahassee include Whigham pecans, deep-fried and rolled in cinnamon-sugar; Mama Crum's Blackened Seafood Seasoning and Blackberry Patch jams. Nearby fields and farms produce nationally acclaimed Vidalia onions, the original sweet onion eaten like a piece of fruit; Quincy mushrooms, known to be plump and prime; and mouth-watering Jefferson County watermelons. Tallahassee also offers a complete menu of dining opportunities, reflecting a combination of cultural influences in a variety of settings. On the five-star spectrum, Andrew's Second Act and the Silver Slipper have captured a cupboard full of prestigious Golden Spoon awards. Andrew's serves creative continental cuisine with Tournedos St. Laurent receiving high acclaim. The oldest family-run restaurant in the state and long-time favorite of many legends, the Silver Slipper has even served its famous steaks to presidents John F. Kennedy, Lyndon Johnson, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan and George Bush. Also among Tallahassee's finest restaurants are Anthony's, featuring fine Italian cuisine in a classic atmosphere, and Georgio's, with a sophisticated wine list sure to complement its succulent Florida seafood, beef, veal and lamb dishes. Tasty dishes are to be expected at Tallahassee eateries, but unique surroundings are a delightful plus. Relaxing live music and a beautifully restored 1920s home create the perfect ambiance for savoring Chez Pierre's authentic French cuisine. Offering a unique combination of Italian and German flavors, the family-owned Nino's is set in a charmingly cozy cottage. Good ole' Southern home cooking - tender, juicy beef grown right on the farm and fresh baked bread - is the heart and soul of Nicholson's Farmhouse, an actual family plantation home built in 1820, Nicholson's even offers boiled peanuts as appetizers. For funky surroundings and modern cuisine, Kool Beanz Cafe serves up a palette of new flavors, from pecan-crusted mahi-mahi to crawfish tacos. And at Food Glorious Food, enjoy relaxing courtyard dining amid upscale Betton Place shops. Downtown eateries offer everything from quick bites to lingering lunches. Po' Boys serves up Cajun dishes with plenty of red beans and rice. Sunday brunch is a special affair at Jacob's on the Plaza, where champagne and jazz tunes compliment the eggs benedict, smoked salmon and carved roast beef. Tallahassee's only microbrewery - the Buckhead Brewery & Grill - serves steaks, seafood, wild game and, of course, hand-crafted beers, in a comfortable lodge atmosphere. Many Tallahassee-area restaurants feature succulent fresh catches from nearby bay and Gulf waters. One of the most popular is Angelo's, voted one of Florida's top 200 restaurants for eight years in a row, with a menu full of favorite local seafood dishes. Nearby, another local favorite - Posey's Restaurant - serves up fresh oysters and "cold ones" in a rustic, coastal town setting. From fast food to five-star, visitors can find the perfect meal among Tallahassee's unique and growing collection of restaurants and eateries. Additional visitor information is available from the Tallahassee Area Convention and Visitors Bureau at (800) 628-2866 or (850) 413-9200 or visit www.seeTallahassee.com.
	Year 2008 For More Media Information Alice Bonn / Britt Bowles The Zimmerman Agency (850) 668-2222 tallahasseepr@zimmerman.com