Hello Yelpers!!! It's a new year, and it's time for me to finally share opinions about a few places…read moreI failed to mention last year. My first stop has to be Chef Amadeus. This incredible chef hosts a monthly event called The Tiny Kitchen Series, and if you are ever lucky enough to grab a ticket before they sell out, you are in for an amazing treat. I've attended two events, and they did not disappoint. Both events were held at The Palate, which fits the name of the series perfectly. It's truly a tiny kitchen where you watch Chef do his thing up close. It may sound basic, but it's anything but that. Chef Amadeus engages with guests from arrival through the very end of the experience. We were introduced to fellow diners, made great connections, and I've even stayed in touch with a few people so we can alert each other when future events pop up to RSVP. During meal preparation, Chef explained the ingredients, where they were sourced (many locally), and shared stories from his childhood that inspired his menus. An excellent addition to the experience. Now, let's talk about the food. At the first event, we were greeted with the cutest charcuterie cups from Biscuit and Brie - Mobile Charcuterie & Catering. I had to pace myself because I didn't want to spoil my appetite. I would absolutely have them cater an event for me. The appetizer was shrimp and a fritter with mango salsa, topped with a garnish that surprised everyone (and I won't spill Chef's secret). The salsa was light and refreshing, perfectly paired with the shrimp and fritter. The entrée was chicken and spinach with a cream sauce. It was incredible. The chicken breasts were juicy (a rare win when dining out), and the spinach and cream sauce brought everything together beautifully. One guest was pescatarian, so Chef prepared a separate dish featuring salmon and shrimp with the same sauce and spinach. OMG. We all begged him to add that to a future menu, and she confirmed it tasted as amazing as it looked. Dessert was a decadent ganache cheesecake, which I believe may have been provided by Crème de la Cocoa. One word... WOW! I'm not usually a dessert person, but I enjoyed more than a couple of bites. That said, the wine pairing was more my version of dessert. It was a night full of delicious food, great conversation, laughter, and lovely wine. The second event came with better notetaking on my part and was paired with rum from FishHawk Spirits (locally owned). We were again welcomed with charcuterie cups from Biscuit and Brie, and this time I received one without pork. That meant a lot and showed how attentive Chef and his team are. Extra points for that. The first course was a silky smoked corn chowder topped with chilled crab salad and finished with a sofrito oil drizzle. Hands down, the best chowder I've ever had. The smoky corn and lump crab were perfectly balanced, and Chef did not skimp--every spoonful delivered equal parts of corn and crab. Absolutely delicious! The second entrée was poached speckled trout in citrus pepper, butter, and silver rum, served with wilted spinach and crisp shrimp toast. I usually avoid trout because it doesn't feel "meaty" enough for me, but Chef's trout completely changed my mind. It was meaty, moist, and outstanding. The shrimp toast was also a highlight and a first for me. Dessert was a spiced rum cake with caramel sauce and whipped topping--to die for--and the perfect ending to the night. Unfortunately, Yelp's word limit wouldn't allow me to include the names of the cocktails Chef paired with our meal, they were just as amazing as the meals. If you ever see a notification for The Tiny Kitchen Series hosted by Chef Amadeus, trust me and do your best to get a seat. TREAT YOURSELF!!!! You'll enjoy an up-close experience with a chef, watch your meal prepared in front of you, sip quality beverages, meet great people, and have some really good laughs. It's different, fun, and incredibly satisfying. He has an upcoming event this month, A Taste of Bourbon, which I'm devastated to miss. I shed a tear just thinking about missing a bourbon cocktail paired with one of his creations. Geez Louis! Yelp, I need you to allow for more words to be included in my words. It's been way too long since I've posted, and I have ALOT to say! CIAO for now.

This is an amazing experience and if you get the opportunity I highly recommend. We did the pasta…read moremaking class and could not have loved it more. My husband and I love to cook so this was perfect to help build our skills and learn something new. The set was perfect and the food turned out fantastic. Thank you chef for answering all our questions and being patient with us.

Thanks so much for your patience to take us through the four weeks journey and. We are so much…read moreproud to be students of Jacksonville cakes and more. We really enjoyed the cake too. Great job mama.​

I have been getting supplies from Mrs. Evette and her husband for a couple of years now, and they…read moreare always courteous and professional. I participated in a couple of their cake decorating classes to better my skills and recommended them to a couple of other friends that are also trying to get into the cake decorating business and they were so glad I did. They are a gem in Arlington and a wealth of knowledge!! You must check them out!!

Great Indian store. Falooda my favorite! This place is a gem when it come to Indian treats and…read moreother things you might need to cook. This place got me hooked on Falooda. The noodles, ice cream combination on something that looks like a shake it's out of this world. You should try it.

I love this store! The owner is very helpful and kind. I tried the Samosas for the first time and…read morethey were wonderfully flavored, but a bit spicy for my pallet. Would love to try their cooking class when they start them up again.

We stopped by Backyard Buffalo's booth at the Riverside Arts Market, and we were so glad we did!…read moreThe samples alone were absolutely delicious and immediately convinced us that everything was made with care and packed with flavor. We got there a little later in the day, and several items were already sold out which speaks for itself. It's easy to see why they're so popular. If you spot them at the market, don't hesitate to stop by. We'll definitely be back (and earlier next time)!

I met Punita at the Riverside arts market in Jacksonville. I'd been traveling for days eating only…read morejunk food and was in need of something delicious and fresh. After a few tastings I have to say everything I had was absolutely Amazing!! I can't wait to try more of her delicious cooking in the future. Absolutely amazing and full of flavor!

We were excited to visit this spot that is both a cigar lounge and restaurant. They've been open 15…read moredays I overheard someone say and for that, I was giving them some grace. We were finally able to order after about 20 minutes (bartender was handling the bar and the lounge... both pretty empty). Entrees are a la cart fyi so some things can be pricey once you build a meal. Husband got the fried fish and fries, I got the lemon pepper wings and added mac & cheese and cornbread (they were out of greens which later I heard was a 2 hr wait for them to come out the pressure cooker). His fish was a 4.5/5 (deduction for finding several bones and needed more seasoning but he'd order again). I gave my wings a 4 and would get again, he said a 3 and he wouldn't get lemon pepper bc there wasn't enough seasoning. The late night menu left a lot to be desired. $8 for tiny philly eggrolls and $7+ for 5 shrimp or $4 for a tiny basket of fries wasn't worth it. I tell the manager/chef/owner know that it was taking 45+ mins to get the drinks ordered and food. No real response. Took almost an hour to get unseasoned wings and mozzarella strips with no marinara despite asking several times. The main manager/chef/owner was in and out the kitchen at times running just sauce to tables. I think they just need: someone else to deal with staff because the manager/chef/owner treated them like ish, a dedicated bartender AND servers for the lounge bc that's were their money will be, better distribution of duties between the main bartender and restaurant server, more space for the cigar lounge, a better selection of cigars, and better pricing on cigars.

I went there on a Friday night. I had the fish and grits and it was just what I had a taste for…read more One criteria I use when eating food is whether or not the food needed salt or pepper to make it more "palatable". Well the fish and grits I had didn't need anything but a spoon and a fork. Well I just had to put some hot sauce on my fish though. I sat at the bar and had a couple of cocktails with my dinner. All and all everything was great. There was a Dj and he had everyone sliding. Music wasn't too loud either. A great night out. FYI the cigar bar is in the back. No need to worry about that. If you didn't already know it was there you'd never smell a thing. Definitely making it one of my regular spots in the city.

Quite a lot of fun is to be had at Doing Dishes Pottery! There is a huge selection of items to be…read morepainted and then glazed. My group did everything from stoneware bowls/dishes to my small butterfly drinking vessels. (I am eager to place them in my butterfly garden.) All the helpers and the manager were very co-operative and patient! Each month they offer special events, too! Great fun for an individual or a family or a group!

A Memorable Experience for All Ages!…read more We had such a memorable experience at Doing Dishes! From our 3-year-old to the young adults in our group, everyone had a great time. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, always available to guide us without being overbearing. It was a relaxed, creative environment that made it easy for everyone to enjoy themselves. We can't wait to pick up our finished pieces--such a fun and special way to spend time together!

Talk about a place where everyone knows your name. Everyone is vibing and having…read moreMicroconversations. The Bar Tenders are super approachable. My experience with them has always been informational. They are recommending drinks and mix creative calming drinks based on comfort and experience level. I have tried the THC elixir mixed by the bar tender into a sugar free soda. The Duval Paradise is on the menu. It's tropical and reminiscent of vacation drink. G-shot - it is tart and pungent with both Kratum & Kava but there is a hint of pineapple juice in it to mask and it has a numbing effect. The inside is low lit with ample sitting areas for bar conversations. Also, many people are in there working from home or studying.

Tried Kava for the first time and Emma was absolutely amazing. She explained to us the difference…read morebetween Keaton and Kava. I tried the almond Joy and it was great. I 100% recommend