Savor More Than 460 Years of Culinary Tradition
Historic Flavor
Fresh seafood, Florida favorites, smoky barbecue and zesty spices from around the world make Florida’ s Historic Coast a melting pot of flavor for foodies.
Savor More Than 460 Years of Culinary Tradition
On Florida’ s Historic Coast, sightseeing is just a way to pass the time between meals. The food here is inspired by centuries of diverse heritage— Spanish, British, French, Greek, Irish and Minorcan— that make up our 460-plus years of history.
You’ ll find an abundance of fresh seafood from local waters and farm-grown produce from Hastings and Elkton, all served at the tables of eclectic bistros, fine-dining establishments, sidewalk cafes, oceanfront restaurants, old Florida riverfront hideaways and quaint farm-to-fork eateries.
Make your visit a moveable feast with a local foodand-wine tour with St. Augustine Experiences, St. Augustine City Walks or The Tasting Tours. Cool off with local spirits from City Gate Spirits or the St. Augustine Distillery.
Satisfy your cravings at Whetstone Chocolates or Claude’ s Chocolate. Spice things up with herbs, spices and exotic teas from The Spice and Tea Exchange of St. Augustine, or indulge in artisanal honey, gourmet gifts and sweet treats at the Savannah Bee Company. Florida’ s Historic Coast is where your next delicious culinary adventure awaits.
For views of the downtown St. Augustine area, head over to the San Sebastian Winery’ s new rooftop restaurant, La Cocina at the Cellar Upstairs. For coastal cuisine, visit Michael’ s at the Hyatt Place Vilano Beach. Traveling up A1A, stop by 1912 Ocean Bar & Rooftop or Lynda’ s at The Ocean Club in Ponte Vedra Beach, where the outdoor terrace offers sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean unlike any other. Thanks to the dedicated work of local culinary professionals, Florida’ s Historic Coast is becoming known for its vibrant food scene. This is the place to be for elegant, fun food adventures.
FOOD FESTIVALS
January
• Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam & Car Show
• Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife Festival
February
• St. Augustine Spanish Food & Wine Festival
March
• St. Augustine Lions Seafood Festival
April
• Taste of St. Augustine Festival
• Hastings Cabbage, Potato and Bacon Festival
St. Augustine Food + Wine Festival
May
• St. Augustine Food + Wine Festival
• Sunflower and Tomato Festival
• St. Augustine Craft Brewers Fest September
• Pumpkin Festival at Wesley Wells Farms
October
• St. Augustine Greek Festival
• CROCtoberfest
December
• Gullah Geechee Heritage Festival
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