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Bay Breeze Patio Voted Best in Destin for Outdoor Furniture & the Place to Spoil Him

Bay Breeze Patio was voted 2017 Best in Destin for outdoor furniture and as the place to spoil him by the readers of VIP Destin Magazine.

We’re honored to be selected by the readers of VIP Destin Magazine as Best in Destin. We love outdoor living and entertaining and are thrilled that it shows. We really enjoy helping people select outdoor furniture and home décor and find the perfect mix of products to achieve their desired result.

We were also thrilled to win a new category this year, “best places to spoil him.” We know men love the latest gadgets and innovative products so we work hard to always carry the latest and greatest grills, grilling gadgets and tools.

This year we are celebrating our 13th anniversary. Over the years we have grown our inventory to include 18 premium outdoor furniture brands, including Tropitone, Brown Jordan, Lane Venture and Lloyd Flanders, among others. In addition, we have grown our premium grill selection in Destin to include 10 premium grill brands, including Big Green Egg, Broilmaster, Delta Heat, Fire Magic and Memphis Wood Fire Grills, among others.

We’d like to thank everyone who voted for us and are grateful for the many friends and clients who have supported us over the years. We would also like to invite everyone to join us for our anniversary celebration, March 31 and April 1, 2017. More details coming soon.

In the meantime, we invite you to stop by our showroom at 32 Forest Shore Drive or call us at 850-269-4666 with questions.

by baybreeze on January 20, 2017 - Categories: Awards - Comments: 0

Holiday Gift Ideas in Destin – 15% Off In-Stock Decorative Accessories

Holiday shopping is in full swing. We’ve made it through Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday and now you’re probably down to the hard to buy for people on your list. Good news! We want to help. Now through Dec. 25, we’re offering 15% off all in-stock decorative accessories.

Housed within our Destin showroom, we feature a vast selection of in-stock outdoor décor and patio accessories along with fun gifts for friends and family who enjoy grilling, entertaining and hosting outdoor parties. Here are some of the popular products for 2016 holiday gift giving:

Outdoor Artwork and Metal Sculpture – From weather resistant outdoor artwork to handcrafted Bovano metal sculptures and wall art, luxury patio décor is beautiful inside or outside the home and makes a wonderful gift.

Forever Candles- One of our most popular items are Forever Oil Candles. Offered in coastal and traditional designs, these specialty candles make a great gift for the person who has everything. Simply add oil and these candles can last forever.

Accessories for Outdoor Entertaining – Stylish outdoor plates, serving dishes, glasses, wine accessories, throw pillows and humorous napkins are just the beginning of the fun in-stock gifts that are sure to make the party planner on your list smile.

Grilling Gadgets – In addition to decorative accessories, we have a great gift for the man in your life who has everything. We carry the latest, greatest grilling gadgets, such as the NEW Smoke by Thermoworks. Smoke includes base unit, Pro-Series^®High Temp Cooking Probe, Pro-Series High-Temp Air Probe & Grate Clip, Wireless Smoke Receiver w/Lanyard, and Operating Instruction. Designed for competition BBQ teams and professional chefs, Smoke thermometer features include:

2-Channels, one for the meat and one for the pit
Wireless to 300-feet line of sight
Uses commercial-grade Pro-Series Probes
Pre-synchronized with receiver – no setup required!
Splash-proof sealed design, rated to IP65
Dashboard-style display shows Min/Max and Hi/Low Alarms
Backlit large digit displays
Pair multiple receivers to one base for the entire BBQ team

With such a large selection of gifts, the hardest part is deciding which one they’ll like best. Stop by our showroom at 32 Forest Shore Drive in Miramar Beach to view our full selection of decorative accessories as well as popular items for grilling and entertaining.

Happy Holidays!

by baybreeze on December 13, 2016 - Categories: Sales & Promos - Comments: 0

Bay Breeze Patio Voted “Best of the Emerald Coast” 2016

We are honored to be once again be voted the “best outdoor furniture retailer” on the Emerald Coast for the fifth consecutive year. Thanks to everyone who voted for us and our many friends and long-time clients who have supported us over the years. We’re proud of the fact that we’re locally owned and operated and do our best to bring our clients American made products as well as products that are long-lasting with a minimum five year warranty.

We’ll be joining all the “Best of the Emerald Coast” winners at Emerald Coast Magazine’s “Best of the Emerald Coast” event on Saturday, Oct. 22, at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin from 6-9 p.m. We invite you to stop by our booth for a chance to win a set of premium Adirondack chairs, perfect for coastal living.

This year, we celebrated our 12th year in business. We thoroughly enjoy working with all our clients. From homeowners and interior designers to resorts and restaurants to HOAs, we love the challenge of finding the perfect products for your vision and budget to create comfortable, stylish, long-lasting outdoor living spaces.

Thanks, again, to everyone for voting for us. We hope to see you on Saturday night. All proceeds from the “Best of the Emerald Coast” event benefit the Junior League of the Emerald Coast and the great work they do in our community. To learn more or purchase tickets to the Best of the Emerald Coast event, visit Emerald Coast Magazine online.

See you there!

by baybreeze on October 18, 2016 - Categories: Awards - Comments: 0

“Eggs on the Beach” Cooking Competition Raises $28,500 for Four Non-Profits

We’re excited to announce the third annual Eggs On the Beach EggFest Cooking Competition was a great success. The event raised $28,500 for four non-profit organizations along the Emerald Coast. Event proceeds benefited Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food For Thought, which each received a $12,500 donation. In addition, Team Brock, cooking for the Fisher House, was awarded second place in the non-profit category, earning an additional $1,000 for the Fisher House. First place non-profit cook team, Snorri’s Tandoori, earned a $2,000 donation toward the Air Commando Benevolent Fund and third place non-profit cook team, Rotary Club of Destin, earned $500 toward their community projects.

Team Brock for Fisher House of the Emerald Coast:

Team Snorri’s Tandoori for Air Commando Benevolent Fund:

Team Rotary Club of Destin:

Held on Sept. 26 at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach, the family-friendly event welcomed more than 600 tasters and volunteers who sampled an array of delicacies presented by more than 30 cook teams. The success of the 2016 Eggs on the Beach is due to the overwhelming support from our cook teams, sponsors, volunteers and tasters who came out for the fun afternoon.

Eggs on the Beach non-profit partners included Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food for Thought.

The Fisher House of the Emerald Coast provides a home away from home for military families during medical treatment. Within steps of the Eglin Air Force Base Hospital and Veteran’s Clinic, the Fisher House’s 12 guest suites and a caring staff provide lodging, basic needs and support to active and retired military when they need it most. In 2015, the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast hosted 789 guests for 2,297 days and saved military families $229,700 in lodging and transportation. Pictured below: Mia Hughes accepts check for the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast.

Based in Santa Rosa Beach, Food For Thought has been fighting childhood hunger since 2010 by providing backpacks filled with healthy, easy to prepare foods for students dependent on free and reduced school meals. Food for Thought has grown to provide weekly service to 1,620 students in Walton and Okaloosa Counties. Pictured below Tiffanie Nelson accepts check for Food for Thought.

We invite you to save the date and join us for the 2017 Eggs on the Beach Cooking Competition on Sept. 30. Learn more about the Emerald Coast EggFest at www.EggsontheBeach.com. See you next year!

by baybreeze on October 18, 2016 - Categories: Events - Comments: 0

Big Green Egg Cooking Classes, Aug. 24 & Sept. 15

We are counting down the days until our 3rd Annual Eggs on the Beach Big Green Egg Cooking Competition, Sept. 24, at Seascape Resort. As we prepare for the big day, we want our cook teams to do their best so we’ll be hosting two Big Green Egg cooking classes, Aug. 24 and Sept. 15, in preparation for the event.

These classes are open to everyone so whether you’re a member of a cook team or a backyard griller, we invite you to come and learn. We’ll be providing tips, tricks and tools for grilling, smoking and searing foods on the Big Green Egg.

The classes will begin with Big Green Egg basics, including lighting and cleaning the Big Green Egg and progress to cooking methods and advanced techniques that are possible with Big Green Egg tools. Temperature, seasonings and cooking process are all important elements in creating the most juicy, flavorful results.

The August Big Green Egg Cooking Class will be held at Fat Clemenza’s in Fort Walton Beach on Aug. 24 at 6 p.m. Cost is $30/person; $20/military; Fees waived for registered EggFest Cook Team members. To register for the Fat Clemenza’s class call 850-243-0707.

The September Big Green Egg Cooking Class will be held at Whole Foods-Destin on Sept. 15 from 5-7 p.m. Sponsored by Whole Foods, the Sept. 15 cooking class will be free of charge.

For those considering entering a cook team in the Eggs on the Beach Cooking Competition, Sept. 24, a few cook team spots are still available. Fees are waived for non-profit cook teams and all teams may apply for a $100 grocery gift card. Click here to learn more.

Proceeds from Eggs on the Beach benefit the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food for Thought.

Demo Eggs, which will be used during the event, are on sale now, starting at $799. Taster tickets for Eggs on the Beach are also on sale ($25/adult, $13/child (age 11-17), kids 10 and under are free. Visit EggsontheBeach.com to learn more or purchase tickets.

Have a question? Call us at 850-269-4666.

Hope to see you at one of our upcoming classes and at 3rd Annual Eggs on the Beach, Sept. 24!

by baybreeze on August 5, 2016 - Categories: Events - Comments: 0

Cook Team Registration Now Open for Eggs on the Beach – Big Green Egg Cooking Competition

Calling all Eggheads and grilling enthusiasts! We’re gearing up for the 3rd Annual “Eggs on the Beach” EggFest Cooking Competition on Saturday, Sept. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach. Cook team registration is now open for the cook-friendly event that will raise funds for two local charities, Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food for Thought. In 2015, Eggs on the Beach was voted “Best Event in Destin” by the readers of VIP Destin Magazine. The delicious, family-friendly event will feature demonstrations, a cooking competition, “People’s Choice Awards”, tastings, live music, celebrity judges, charity drawing, children’s activities and more.

We are humbled by the outpouring of support and involvement in previous Eggs on the Beach events. Last year, the cooking competition raised an impressive $23,000 for the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast. This year, we’ve added a second charity, and bigger prizes for both non-profit cook teams and ‘People’s Choice’ winners. We’re ready to put on another exciting cook-friendly competition that is fun for all and benefits our community.

Register a Cook Team

Register a six person cook team and compete for prizes! We supply a large or extra-large Big Green Egg for use during the competition. Cook Teams are asked to create bite size portions of their favorite recipes to be judged by the public and a panel of celebrity judges. Each team of up to six will be responsible for purchasing their own ingredients and cooking their favorite award-winning recipes. Bay Breeze Patio will provide the lump charcoal, fire starter, table, tent, paper plates, plastic utensils, napkins and toothpicks. Tasters vote for their favorites, while teams compete for bragging rights as well as the grand prize, a brand new large Big Green Egg.

Cook for Charity

Non-profit cook teams enjoy added benefits. Registration fees are waived for cook teams competing in the non-profit category. Non-profit cook teams have an opportunity to promote their cause and are competing for a cash donation of either $2,000, $1,000 or $500 toward their charity.

All proceeds from Eggs on the Beach benefit the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food for Thought. Located on Eglin Air Force Base, the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast provides a “home away from home” for military families during treatment for serious illness or physical/occupational therapy.

Food For Thought is helping fight food insecurity among area children by providing backpacks filled with healthy meals to students in need during weekends, holidays and summer break.

Demo Eggs on Sale at Discounted Price

For those who have thought of owning a Big Green Egg, now is a great time. Demo Eggs, which will be used during the event, will be pre-sold with nest (metal stand) and plate setter for a discounted price. The Big Green Eggs all come with a limited lifetime warranty. Demo Eggs must be picked up after the event, between 4 – 5 p.m. on September 24 or can be delivered for $75-$100, depending on location. For more info or to order a Demo Big Green Egg, click here.

Be a Taster

Tasters are invited to purchase a ticket to try delicious bites from 25+ cook teams and vote for their favorites. The event also includes grilling demonstrations, live music by Chris Alvarado, cash bar with beer, wine and sodas, kids activities and more. Tasters may also purchase tickets for a chance to win prizes, including vacation stays and dining at area restaurants or bid on the silent auction item, a Mini-Max portable Big Green Egg, ideal for tailgating and camping.

Cook team registration is $50 for a team of six and each team member will receive a welcome bag, including a commemorative t-shirt and Wayne’s Get Grillin’ Rub.

Taster tickets are also on sale with special advance pricing of $25/adult, $13/child (age 11-17) and kids 10 and under are free.

Sponsorships are also available. To learn more or to register a cook team or purchase a taster ticket, visit www.EggsontheBeach.com or call us (850-269-4666).

We look forward to seeing you at EggFest!

by baybreeze on June 10, 2016 - Categories: Events - Comments: 0

May is National Barbecue Month

May is National Barbecue Month, and the official start of grilling season. The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) recently shared the top barbecue trends, which were revealed through the HPBA barbecue lifestyle, usage & attitude study*:

75% of U.S. adults own a grill or smoker.
62% of households that own a grill own a gas grill, followed by charcoal (53%), electric (12%), and 2% own a wood pellet grill.
The most popular days to barbecue are: Fourth of July (76%), Labor Day (62%), Memorial Day (62%), Father’s Day (49%), Mother’s Day (34%).
The top reasons for cooking out? 71% of grill owners say it’s to improve flavor, 54% for personal enjoyment, and 42% for entertaining family and friends.
The majority of grill owners (63%) enjoy using their grill or smoker year-round. In fact, 43% cook at least once a month in the winter months.
Half of all grill owners have the most basic grilling accessories (cleaning brush, tongs, glove/mitts). The most popular new accessories owners plan to buy include pizza stones, broiling baskets, and cooking planks.
Ten percent of all grill owners have a outdoor kitchen.
Barbecuing isn’t just an evening activity. 11% of grill owners prepared breakfast on a grill in the past year.
Nearly one third of grill owners (31%) grilled someplace other than their homes in the past year, including 24% who grilled while camping.
More than one third (45%) of U.S. adults surveyed plan to purchase a new grill or smoker in 2016.

For those who fall within the 45% who plan to purchase a new grill this year, we invite you to visit us at Bay Breeze Patio help for a free consultation. Depending on your needs and desired results, we will help narrow your search and find you best grill on the market to suit your grilling style.

For those who want a multi-purpose grill and smoker, the Big Green Egg can’t be beat. For those who prefer pellet grills and want the latest technology, the Memphis Wood Fire Grill, which recently unveiled WiFi controller and app, is a great choice.

Other premium grills, which we carry at Bay Breeze Patio, include AOG, Broilmaster, Delta Heat, Fire Magic, Saber, Twin Eagles, and Wilmington.

In addition to grills, Bay Breeze Patio carries a wide selection of grilling tools, seasonings (including Wayne’s Get Grillin’ Rubs) and salt stones to make grilling easy, fun and delicious.

We look forward to helping you improve your grilling game and become the envy of your friends, family and neighbors.

by baybreeze on May 10, 2016 - Categories: Grilling Tips - Comments: 0

Eggs on the Beach EggFest Earns Top Honors

We are thrilled that the 2nd Annual Eggs on the Beach EggFest was voted “Best In Destin” by the readers of VIP Destin Magazine, and last week, was also awarded a Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) Image Award and Grand All Image Award for our EggFest integrated communication campaign. FPRA is the nation’s oldest public relations organization, established in 1938. The organization’s 15 professional and 12 student chapters provide professional development, networking and recognition opportunities for nearly 1,500 members across the state (60 of which are members in Northwest Florida Coast Chapter).

Now, we’re fired up to see what we can accomplish this year during EggFest. We’re ready to welcome more sponsors, more cook teams, host more tasters and donate money to more non-profit organizations than ever before! That said, we’re committed to not losing the intimacy of the event and we will remain focused on optimizing the venue layout and keeping a good cook team/taster ratio.

We are currently signing on sponsors to enjoy the benefits of our award-winning campaign, connect with potential customers and support non-profit organizations within our community. Click here to view sponsorship levels and benefits. Each festival sponsorship includes a four member cook team registration.

Cook team registration will open later this month so Eggheads will want to begin assembling their team. In addition, there will also be a non-profit category in which entry fees are waived and there is an opportunity to win a cash donation for the participating charity.

Taster registration will open as early as July so those who would like to sample the delicious results of cooking on a Big Green Egg should “save the date” for Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016.

Don’t miss this incredible weekend of food, fun and charity. Learn more at www.eggsonthebeach.com.

by baybreeze on May 4, 2016 - Categories: Awards, Events - Comments: 0

Details for Anniversary Event & Grilling Expo, April 1 & 2

Join us this weekend for the Bay Breeze Patio Anniversary Event and Grilling Expo Grilling Expo, April 1 & 2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is our opportunity to thank the community for supporting us over the years.

One of the most popular aspects of our Anniversary event has been our grilling demonstrations, so this year we added a Grilling Expo. Grill professionals will lead an array of demonstrations on premium grills including AOG, Big Green Egg, Broilmaster, Fire Magic, and Twin Eagles.

Grilling demos include:

Grilling a full country breakfast (Lydon Lewis on Fire Magic)

Dutch Oven Cooking (Doug Mordecai on Big Green Egg)

Grilled Desserts (Jim-Ed Metts on Broilmaster Grill.)

How to Smoke Award Winning Ribs (Wayne Paul on Memphis Pellet Grill)

Grilling the Perfect Pork Tenderloin (it’s pork-a-licious!)

Personal pizzas on the grill (family fun)

Outdoor Living Experts

Throughout the weekend, outdoor living experts and furniture specialists with Brown Jordan, Winston, Jensen Leisure, Tropitone, Polywood, Telescope and Ratana will be on hand to answer questions and provide expert advice and recommendations.

Sale Prices

Save big on Bay Breeze Patio’s most popular outdoor furniture brands including Tropitone, Winston, Jensen Leisure, Lloyd Flanders, Summer Classics, Lane Venture, Tommy Bahama, Polywood, Breezesta, and Seaside Casual as well as all in-stock wicker.

Anniversary weekend discounts on premium grills, including Twin Eagles, AOG, Big Green Egg and Broilmaster.

Gas log sets by Empire Comfort, Superior and RH Peterson will also be discounted 15 percent.

A truckload sale of outdoor art, silk floral arrangements and trees

Join us Friday and Saturday (April 1 & 2), 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. We’ll be celebrating outdoor living at its finest and ready to help you get your patio for spring!

by baybreeze on March 30, 2016 - Categories: Events - Comments: 0

Bay Breeze Patio Anniversary Event, April 1-2

Save the date! The Bay Breeze Patio Annual Anniversary Event has become an anticipated happening here in Destin. We’ll be celebrating our 12th year serving the Emerald Coast on April 1 & 2, 2016 and the annual anniversary event is our opportunity to show our thanks for your support, friendship and patronage over the last dozen years.

We’ll be featuring:

Grilling demonstrations and tastings presented by grill masters with premier grill brands, including Big Green Egg.
Outdoor living experts with premier outdoor furniture brands and highly anticipated special sale pricing.
Fireplace and firepit experts and demo truck
Discounted gas log sets
Truckload of florals, trees and artwork on sale

More details coming soon!

The anniversary event takes place rain or shine at Bay Breeze Patio in Miramar Beach from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Make plans to join us for this fun annual tradition and enjoy big savings to update your outdoor living space for spring!

by baybreeze on March 8, 2016 - Categories: Events - Comments: 0

Seasonal Living & Castelle Added to Premium Patio Furniture Offering

We are committed to bringing our clients the most durable and largest selection of high quality patio furniture in Destin and throughout Northwest Florida. In an effort to continue to bring the brands and styles of backyard furniture that our clients want, we’ve added to two new premium outdoor furniture brands—Seasonal Living and Castelle.

Seasonal Living specializes in multi-functional furnishings and decorative accessory collections. The team at Seasonal Living is passionate about redefining living spaces and we think their outdoor accessories including end tables, coffee tables and lamps are fresh, bold, modern works of art. The team of designers is constantly challenging one another to design and source collections that push prevailing definitions of design and mass-market product offerings.

Castelle Outdoor Furniture

With a long history (more than 30 years) of producing the finest, durable casual furniture, Pride Family Brands is focusing on its Castelle Collections. Pride Family Brands products are manufactured one piece at a time by highly skilled craftsmen coupled with advanced computerization and a complete integrated full service production line of over 800 members. Pride Family Brands continues to provide the finest in luxury hand-made custom designed aluminum casual furniture. From the designers to mold makers to hand finishing artists, all contribute to the artistry and luxury of Castelle outdoor furniture. The collections are inspired by a sophisticated yet casual sense of lifestyle and designed with the idea that your outdoor living space is just as important as your indoor living space. Available in a palette of styles, finishes and fabrics that are both traditional and trend setting, there is something to fit every home.

At Bay Breeze Patio, we take pride in finding customized solutions for our clients. Whether it’s finding the perfect balcony furniture for a small space or uncovering the ideal pool furniture for a large backyard , our team of outdoor living experts is passionate about finding products and solutions for each client’s needs.

We’re honored to be voted Best Outdoor Furniture Retailer by the readers of Emerald Coast magazine for four consecutive years, as well as voted Best In Destin by the readers of Destin Magazine. Serving Panama City to 30A to Pensacola, Bay Breeze Patio is now the official retailer of 16 premium outdoor furniture brands as well as nine grill lines including Big Green Egg. For more information or an in-home consultation, call 850-269-4666.

by baybreeze on March 2, 2016 - Categories: Outdoor Living - Comments: 0

Fireplace Trends for Outdoor Living in 2016

We’re forecasting 2016 will heat up! Literally. We’re watching gas fireplaces become one of the “must have” accessories for outdoor living.

While outdoor fire pits remain a close a second, gas fireplaces still lead in popularity and help define an outdoor room, providing a focal point along with ambiance and warmth.

Here’s 3 fireplace trends that are heating up for 2016:

Linear Fireplace Design. As contemporary designs and styles grow, the clean and sleek look of a linear fireplace is growing in popularity. The sleek, long design provides style as well as added length for family and friends to gather.

Technology. As homes move towards customization and personalization, so are fireplaces. Advancements like Powerflow Heat Management Technology allow users to redirect the flow of heat, sending warmth where they want it. Heat distribution can be adjusted throughout the space, inside or outside of the home. This allows users to enjoy flickering flames without the heat, and provides a cool and safe wall for hanging art or a television.

Water Features

As homeowners add to their outdoor room, they continue to look for more creative and innovative designs. Water features including fountains and falls provide a relaxing ambiance around the flames. Water feature and fire places often overlook cooking, dining, lounging, entertaining and areas.

At Bay Breeze Patio, we carry Empire, RealFyre and Superior lines of gas fireplaces and fire pits. We invite you to visit us in Miramar Beach to explore how a gas fireplace can complete your outdoor room.

by baybreeze on February 3, 2016 - Categories: Outdoor Living - Comments: 0

Bay Breeze Patio Voted Best Outdoor Furniture Store & EggFest Voted Best Annual Local Event

Happy New Year! We were excited and honored to learn that Bay Breeze Patio was again voted Best Outdoor Furniture Retailer. And we were thrilled and surprised to learn that the 2nd Annual Eggs on the Beach was voted “Best Annual Local Event.” Thank you to all who voted for us!

We appreciate the recognition, and we want to thank the sponsors, cook teams, volunteers and attendees who made the event so successful! The real winners are our active and retired military who have benefited from access to the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast during medical treatment.

In 2015, the Big Green Egg Competition held at South Walton’s Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach hosted more than 600 attendees and raised more than $23,000 for the Fisher House. We’re hoping to continue to build upon last year’s momentum and grow and enhance the annual EggFest for the benefit of our community. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016 to join us for the 3^rd Annual Eggs on the Beach Big Green Egg Fest.

We both love outdoor living and entertaining, and are delighted that our friends and clients feel it too. We enjoy helping people select outdoor furniture and home décor and we work hard to grow our inventory and product offering to provide the latest designs and styles for our clients.

We’re proud to carry the highest quality outdoor furniture that can withstand the Gulf Coast’s harsh environment. From outdoor furniture brands, including Tommy Bahama, Lloyd Flanders, Lane Venture, Tropitone and Sunbrella to in-stock wicker furniture sets, we provide our clients access to a diverse array of high quality products.

We’d like to thank everyone who voted for us and are grateful for the many friends and clients who have supported us over the years. Learn more about Eggs on the Beach at www.eggsonthebeach.com.

Explore our vast array of premier outdoor furniture either online or at our in-store designer center. We ‘re ready to help you make your backyard/patio your favorite place to enjoy your free time.

by baybreeze on January 12, 2016 - Categories: Awards - Comments: 0

15% Off In-Stock Decorative Accessories – Great for Holiday Gifts

Let us help you complete your holiday shopping. Now through Dec. 25, all in-stock decorative accessories are 15% off listed retail price. Housed within our Destin showroom, we feature a vast selection of in-stock outdoor décor and patio accessories that make outdoor rooms beautiful and functional. In addition, we have fun gifts for friends and family who enjoy entertaining and hosting outdoor parties.

Still searching for that perfect gift? Here’s some great holiday gift ideas:

Outdoor lighting- Lighting creates the ambiance and mood of an outdoor room. Candles and specialty lights, such as the marine grade polymer nautical candle pictured here, make a unique gift for a special friend or family member. In addition, one of our most popular items are Forever Oil Candles. These specialty candles make a great gift for the person who has everything. Simply add oil and these candles can last forever.

Accessories for Entertaining – Stylish outdoor plates, serving dishes, glasses, wine accessories, and humorous napkins are just the beginning of the fun in-stock gifts that are sure to make the party planner on your list smile. And the freezer-safe chill bags for wine and cold treats make colorful gifts for friends on the go.

Framed pictures and artwork – From weather resistant outdoor artwork to handcrafted Bovano metal sculptures and outdoor wall art, luxury patio décor is beautiful inside or outside the home and makes a wonderful gift.

From birds to marine life including dolphins, sea turtles, fish and more, we feature decorative accessories and sculptures that appeal to those who appreciate our coastal environments and native species.

Our all-weather art is made to withstand harsh outdoor conditions while providing visual beauty and enjoyment to backyards, patios and outdoor rooms.

With such a large selection of great gifts, the hardest part is deciding which one they’ll like best!

by baybreeze on December 16, 2015 - Categories: Outdoor Living - Comments: 0

Bay Breeze Patio Voted 2015 Best Outdoor Furniture Retailer

Bay Breeze Patio was recently voted “best outdoor furniture retailer” in Emerald Coast Magazine’s “Best of the Emerald Coast” for the fourth consecutive year. The winners, which were announced in the October issue of EC Magazine, will be featured at the “Best of the Emerald Coast” event from 6-9 p.m. on Oct. 24 at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin.

We’re honored to be selected by the readers of EC Magazine for the fourth consecutive year. We want to thank everyone who voted for us and are grateful for the many friends and clients who have supported us over the years.

Celebrating eleven years on the Emerald Coast, we’re thrilled to be recognized for carrying high quality outdoor furniture that can withstand the Gulf Coast’s challenging environment. We also have a become the go to source for premium grills, including the Big Green Egg, and outdoor kitchens as well as outdoor accessories. Our goal has always been to help clients create the most beautiful, comfortable and long lasting outdoor living spaces.

Stop by our booth at the “Best of the Emerald Coast” event on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015 at the Grand Boulevard at Sandestin from 6-9 p.m., and enter to win a Big Green Egg “MiniMax.” The MiniMax EGG is the ultimate portable solution for picnics and tailgating, vacations, boating and campfire meals. With a compact size that is perfect as a table-side cooker at your garden party or grilling on balconies for an intimate dinner for two, the MiniMax EGG delivers oversized results in a small package.

Stop by or call us (850-269-4666) to see what is possible in your backyard.

by baybreeze on October 23, 2015 - Categories: Outdoor Living - Comments: 0

2015 Eggs on the Beach Raises $23,000 for Fisher House of the Emerald Coast

We’re excited to announced that the second annual Eggs On the Beach EggFest barbecue competition raised $23,000 for the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast. Held at Seascape Resort on Sept. 26, we welcomed more than 500 tasters and volunteers who sampled an array of delicacies presented by 25 cook teams.

The second annual event exceeded our expectations. We are so grateful for the overwhelming support from our cook teams, sponsors, volunteers and tasters who came out for the fun afternoon. The funds raised help the Fisher House provided added assistance to many military families.

The Fisher House of the Emerald Coast provides a home away from home for military families during medical treatment. Within steps of the Eglin Air Force Base Hospital and Veteran’s Clinic, the Fisher House’s 12 guest suites and a caring staff provide lodging, basic needs and support to active and retired military when they need it most. In 2014, Fisher House of the Emerald Coast served 690 guests and has already served more than 600 guests this year.

Kim Henderson, executive director of the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast, recently said, “we rely on community donations to be able to assist families staying at the Fisher House and we are extremely grateful of the monies raised at Eggs on the Beach. In 2014, we expanded our reach to not only be able to assist those families, but also help local military families who unexpectedly experienced a medical crisis with no Fisher House close by to assist them.”

In addition, the Emerald Coast Theatre Company received $500 and a Mini-Max Big Green Egg by earning second place “People’s Choice” award and the most votes among the non-profit cook teams. With the mission to enrich and entertain the Emerald Coast Community through professional and educational theater, the Emerald Coast Theatre Company will be auctioning off their prize Mini-Max at the upcoming Lip Sync Battle, Oct. 29 at the Hilton Sandestin. Emerald Coast Theatre Company was among some of the area’s leading non-profits, including Food For Thought, Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation, Rotary Club of Destin, Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Air Commando Association Foundation, whose volunteers were cooking and serving their favorite recipes to build awareness for these important causes.

The top “People’s Choice” award and judges award winner was Team InDyne for their smoked brisket grilled cheese and smoked tomato soup, earning the team a trophy and large Big Green Egg. “People’s Choice” runner up was team Snorri’s Tandoori who presented chicken tandoori prepared on the Big Green Egg.

A limited number of extra-large Big Green Egg-Demo Eggs complete with nest (metal stand) and plate setter, which were used during the competition, are available for purchase at a discounted price. For more information on Eggs on the Beach EggFest Cooking Competition visit EggsontheBeach.com. For more information about the Big Green Egg, click here.

Make plans to join us for the 2016 Eggs on the Beach, Sept. 24, 2016.

by baybreeze on October 19, 2015 - Categories: Outdoor Living - Comments: 0

Winners Announced for 2nd Annual Eggs on the Beach EggFest BBQ Competition

The InDyne Cook Team was the big winner at the Second Annual Eggs on the Beach BBQ Competition, taking both the Judges Award and People’s Choice Award. Presented by Bay Breeze Patio, Eggs on the Beach celebrated foods cooked on the Big Green Egg.

More than 25 cook teams competed, presenting their best recipes, on a beautiful Saturday at Seascape Resort. Emerald Coast Theatre Company earned second place for People’s Choice and was the highest ranking non-profit team, earning $500 toward their cause. In third place, Snorri’s Tandoori were competing on behalf of the Air Commando Association Foundation and earned recognition for Snorri’s popular ethnic dish prepared on the Big Green Egg.

Judges Award & People’s Choice Award: Team InDyne

The InDyne Cook Team was the “People’s Choice” winner in 2014 and returned, proving they had not lost their edge. Team members, Christopher Brown, David Hobbs, Dana Cail and Michael Pare, tried dozens of dishes before agreeing upon a grilled cheese brisket with side of smoked tomato soup. The dish, the ultimate “comfort food,” was a crowd pleaser, earning People’s Choice Grand Prize—a large Big Green Egg as well as the Grand Champion Trophy from the Celebrity Judges.

People’s Choice 2nd Place & Non-profit Team Winner: Emerald Coast Theatre Company

Emerald Coast Theatre Company showed their involvement was no act. Cook team members, Nathanael Fisher, Sherry Londe, Tom Graham and five time cooking champion Dr. Mendy Graham, worked as a team to present an elaborate, flavorful stuffed jalapeno dish. The jalapeno boat was topped with granny smith apple and Gouda cheese as well as slow smoked pulled pork marinated in Dr. Graham’s homemade sweet BBQ sauce. The dish was grilled to perfection on the Big Green Egg and then drizzled with sauce and sprinkled with Gold Dust (Dr. Graham’s own BBQ rub). Tasters could then enhance flavors by adding more of the homemade sauces, choosing from Sweet Smokey, Hot Smokey, Rebelicious (vinegar based), or Liquid Gold (mustard based).

People’s Choice Award Runner Up: Snorri’s Tandoori

The Snorri’s Tandoori cook team included Nic Dezinski, Michael Agin, Joseph DeCarlis and Snorri Gislason who presented Snorri’s backyard favorite, Tandoori. Snoori regularly makes Tandoori in his backyard on the Big Green Egg and friends and neighbors agree the dish is divine. The Indian dish, which is wildly popular in South Asia and the Middle East, consists of roasted chicken prepared with yogurt and spices.

All proceeds from Eggs on the Beach will benefit the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast. Located on Eglin Air Force Base, the Fisher House provides a “home away from home” for military families so the family can be together during treatment for serious illness or physical/occupational therapy.

The 3^rd Annual Eggs on the Beach will be held in September of 2016. Learn more about South Walton’s EggFest at www.EggsontheBeach.com.

by baybreeze on October 1, 2015 - Categories: Outdoor Living - Comments: 0

Dr. BBQ to Attend 2015 Eggs on the Beach Egg Fest BBQ Competition, Sept. 26

We’re excited to announce that Ray Lampe, better known as “Dr. BBQ”, will be our featured celebrity guest at the 2^nd Annual Eggs on the Beach BBQ Competition coming to Seascape Resort on Sept. 26, 2015. A chef, author, and a familiar face on many popular cooking shows, Dr. BBQ frequently serves as an expert judge on the Food Network’s “Chopped,” NBC’s “Food Fighters,” and the Travel Channel’s “American Grilled,” among others. As the Big Green Egg’s spokeschef, Lampe is an expert at cooking foods on the Big Green Egg smoker/grill.

Lampe has authored eight cookbooks, including his recently published title, “Flavorize.” He has cooked and medaled in over 300 BBQ contests, and in 2014, he was inducted into the “BBQ Hall of Fame.” He is currently writing his ninth cookbook and traveling the country as Big Green Egg spokeschef.

Lampe, who has also appeared on HGTV, CNN, Martha Stewart Living and The Howard Stern Show, will be on hand offer expert advice, serve as a celebrity judge and autograph copies of his new cookbook, “Flavorize.”

The 2^nd Annual Eggs on the Beach BBQ Competition will feature tastings by more than 25 cook teams, grilling and product demonstrations, live music by Chris Alvarado, cash bar with beer, wine and sodas, “People’s Choice Awards,” silent auction, chances for prizes, kids’ activities and more. All proceeds from Eggs on the Beach benefit Fisher House of the Emerald Coast located on Eglin Air Force Base.

Dr. BBQ told us “he’s happy to be attending Eggs on the Beach and had heard many good things about our inaugural festival.”

For those who have thought of owning a Big Green Egg, Demo Eggs, which will be used during the event, are on sale now for a discounted price.

Taster tickets are on sale now, featuring advance pricing of $25/adult, $13/child (age 11-17) and kids 10 and under are free. To learn more or to register a cook team or purchase a taster ticket, visit www.EggsontheBeach.com or call 850-269-4666.

by baybreeze on September 14, 2015 - Categories: Outdoor Living - Comments: 0

How to prepare for a BBQ competition

For those considering entering a team in Eggs on the Beach, Sept. 26^th at Seascape Resort, we’ve gathered some tips for preparing for a BBQ Competition. Once you register a team for Eggs on the Beach, you’ll want to use the weeks ahead planning out your menu, creating a budget, and of course, perfecting your recipes.

Here are tips for preparing for your first EggFest or any BBQ competition:

How Many Team Members Do I Need?

For the Eggs on the Beach competition, teams may have up to four team members. However, you can recruit friends and family behind the scenes. Consider inviting friends, family or neighbors over on Friday for a prep-party. Many hands make light work when prepping sauces, meats and items to grill/smoke the next day.

What to cook?

Your foodie heart already has an idea of what to make for the competition, so start selecting meat, sauces, and spices and begin practicing your award-winning recipes. Start talking to the local butcher now to ensure he/she will have what you need in time for the competition. There is no limit to the number of items you can cook so consider changing dishes throughout the competition. While the event begins at 10 a.m., the bulk of tasters will attend between 11:30 – 1:30 p.m. so prepare to serve your best recipes during those hours.

Choosing a Team Name

You’ll need a team name, so get together with your teammates and brainstorm.

Be creative and have fun in picking your team name. Consider a team name that provides a theme for décor. What themes will make your booth eye catching and lure tasters over to try your signature recipes? There are many team names already in use, so check on the internet at www.bbqteamnames.com to get ideas.

What to budget?

There is a $50 entry fee to participate in Eggs on the Beach, which includes welcome bag for each team member as well as lump charcoal, fire starter, plate setter, 2 tables, a tent, paper plates, plastic utensils, napkins and toothpicks. A large or extra-large demo Big Green Egg will be supplied for each cook team. (These Eggs are available for purchase at a 20% discount if you’ve ever thought of owning your own.) Ingredients including meat prices vary greatly. Some teams spend more as they pursue special meats, spices and other specialty tools. You’re only serving tastings (not a full meal) so consider how many samples one dish may actually create.

What to bring?

Next, you’ll need to think of all the utensils and equipment you use while cooking. Below is a list of some basics that every team should consider:

Tongs
Thermometer
Knives
Cutting boards
Spray bottle
Spatula
Pot holders
Measuring cups/spoons

Lighter/Fire starters
Paper towels
Trash bags
Wet wipes
Dishrags
Hand soap/Hand sanitizer
Water container
Coolers
Gloves
Aluminum pans/foil
Coolers/Ice
Ponchos
Chairs
Beverages/bottled water

How to keep food safe?

Visit the FDA website to review food safety and handling. Start by bringing everything perishable in cooler with plenty of ice. Clean all prep surfaces with heavy duty cleaner. Don’t leave uncooked food out on tables.

Wear disposable gloves with handling food. Watch for possible cross containerization between different

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types of food. Have different cutting boards/plates for raw food and finished food. Bring and use Handi Wipes often.

Remember to invite your friends to share the experience and to vote for your dish. More friends, means more votes. Most competitions, including Eggs on the Beach, offer a tickets in advance for a discounted price. We recommend purchasing Eggs on the Beach taster tickets in advance to save $10. The best part is you’ll have fun and support a great cause. All proceeds from Eggs on the Beach benefit the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast.

To learn more about Eggs on the Beach, register a cook team or purchase a taster ticket, visit www.eggsonthebeach.com. Follow our Eggs on the Beach Facebook page for news and updates.

Good luck and happy grilling!

by baybreeze on August 25, 2015 - Categories: Grilling Tips - Comments: 0

Registration Fees Waived for Non-Profit Cook Teams at Eggs on the Beach, Sept. 26

We’re excited to be hosting the second annual “Eggs on the Beach” EggFest Grilling Competition on Sept. 26, 2015 at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach. Back by popular demand, we are inviting non-profit organizations to register a cook team and registration fees will be waived. As an added incentive, the non-profit team with the most “People’s Choice” votes will receive a $500 donation to their charity.

The non-profit category was a great success last year. Non-profit organizations were able to share information about their cause with tasters and the winning non-profit, the Emerald Coast Autism Center, enjoyed a $500 donation.

Our goal is make Eggs on the Beach the most cook friendly competition and to support the local community. Proceeds from Eggs on the Beach Egg Fest will benefit the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast. Located on Eglin Air Force Base, Fisher House provides a “home away from home” for military families to be together during treatment for serious illness or physical and/or occupational therapy.

The EggFest draws people who are passionate about cooking and smoking foods on the Big Green Egg, an all-in-one smoker and grill. The day is filled with tasty samples from more than 25 cook teams with attendees voting on their favorites. The winning team takes home a large Big Green Egg and the winning charity receives a $500 donation. Grilling demonstrations, live music by Chris Alvarado, and kids’ activities ensure the event fun for the entire family.

Bay Breeze Patio provides a large or extra-large Demo Big Green Egg for each team to cook on as well as provides lump charcoal, a fire starter, 6-foot table, tent, paper plates, plastic utensils, napkins and toothpicks. Teams simply bring their favorite recipes and their own ingredients.

For those who have thought of owning a Big Green Egg, Demo Eggs are pre-sold now at a discounted price and will be ready for pick up on Sept. 26 between 4 and 5 p.m. Demo Eggs come with a nest (metal stand) and a plate setter as well as a limited lifetime warranty.

Cook team registration is $50 for each team of four and team members receive a welcome bag with a commemorative t-shirt, Wayne’s Get Grillin’ Rub and promotional items from Big Green Egg. Registration fees are waived for non-profit teams. To register a non-profit team, email susan@baybreezepatio.com. To register a cook team, sign up as a sponsor, or purchase a taster ticket, visit www.EggsontheBeach.com or call 850-269-4666.

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by baybreeze on August 5, 2015 - Categories: Outdoor Living - Comments: 0

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