Bay Breeze Patio Voted Best In Destin for Outdoor Furniture

We are humbled and honored to be voted “Best in Destin” for outdoor furniture by the readers of VIP Destin Magazine. We’re celebrating our 11^th year providing residents and businesses along Florida’s Gulf Coast, including the beach communities along Scenic 30A (Santa Rosa Beach, Seaside, WaterColor, Watersound, Alys Beach, Seacrest and Rosemary Beach) as well as Panama City, Destin, Navarre, and Pensacola, with premier outdoor living spaces.

We love outdoor living and entertaining and really enjoy helping clients select outdoor furniture and home décor. 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’re proud to carry the largest selection of in-stock outdoor furniture and we are an official retailer for most premium outdoor furniture brands as well as premium grill lines, including the Big Green Egg.

We were honored to join fellow Best In Destin recipients at the Black Tie Gala at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort this spring. Now, we invite everyone to join us for the 2nd Annual Eggs on the Beach BBQ Competition, which benefits the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast, serving our nation’s military and their families. “Eggs on the Beach” EggFest will be held Sept. 26, 2015 at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach. We invite you to consider entering a 4-person cook team or purchasing a ticket to be taster. To learn more visit www.EggsontheBeach.com.

Thanks, again, for voting us “Best In Destin”!

Registration Open for 2nd Annual “Eggs On the Beach” Egg Fest, Sept. 26

We’re pleased to announce registration is open for the Second Annual “Eggs on the Beach” EggFest BBQ Competition taking place on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach. As one of the official Big Green Egg Festivals held around the country, Eggs on the Beach will be a delicious afternoon for the entire family, featuring a cooking competition, “People’s Choice Awards”, tastings, live music and children’s activities.

Cook team registration is now open and taster tickets are available online. Each team of up to four is given a large or extra-large Big Green Egg to use during the competition. Teams purchase their own ingredients. We provide the lump charcoal, fire starter, table, tent, paper plates, plastic utensils, napkins and toothpicks. Cook teams create bite size portions of their favorite recipes to be judged by the public. Tasters vote for their favorites, as teams vie for bragging rights and prizes, including the grand prize, a brand new large Big Green Egg.

We’re encouraging EggHeads, master grillers, backyard grillers, and everyone in between to join the fun and register a cook team. Our goal is create the most fun, cook-friendly and taster-friendly BBQ competition in the region while giving back to our local community.

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.

In addition, drawing tickets may be purchased for a chance to win a Big Green Egg and other items donated by area businesses with these proceeds also benefiting the Fisher House. Last year, the event raised $9,100 for the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and we want to exceed that for 2015!

For those who long to own a Big Green Egg, demo Eggs, which will be used during the event, will be sold in advance with nest (metal stand) and plate setter for a discounted price. There are 40 Demo Eggs for sale (25 large and 15 XLarge) and all come with a limited lifetime warranty. Demo Eggs must be picked up after the event, between 4 – 5 p.m. on September 26.

Eggs on the Beach will include tastings, grilling demonstrations, live music by Chris Alvarado, cash bar with beer, wine and sodas, and more. Cook team registration is $50 for a team of four and each team member will receive a welcome bag, including a commemorative t-shirt and Wayne’s Get Grillin’ Rub.

Taster tickets are available for the advanced price of $25/adult, $13/child (age 11-17) and kids 10 and under are free. Sponsorships are also available. We’re aiming to exceed that number and we need your help! Come cook with friends to benefit a great cause!

To learn more or to register a cook team or purchase a taster ticket, visit www.EggsontheBeach.com or call 850-269-4666.

Top 5 Outdoor Trends for Summer

We love summer, a time when everyone and everything moves outside! The days are longer; dinner is served from the grill; and cool cocktails taste even better while lounging on the chaise. If you’re considering an update for your outdoor space, here are the top 5 outdoor trends for summer 2015:

1. Outdoor Cooking

This is one trend that never seems to go out of style, especially during summer. What’s trending now is moving beyond basic outdoor kitchen with built-in premium grill to incorporate special amenities including pizza ovens and fire pits for cooking as well as kegerators, wine cabinets, ice makers and under counter refrigerators, providing options that were previously available only to indoor chefs.

2. Tranquil Backyard Sanctuaries

More and more homeowners want their yards to be sanctuaries. Water features like ornamental ponds, fountains, and lap pools as well as zen-themed rock gardens, sculptures, and decorative lighting are all popular options for creating relaxing outdoor spaces. Of course, all that relaxation requires comfortable seating. There are many advancements in outdoor furniture, including fully upholstered outdoor furniture that looks and feels as comfortable as its indoor counterpart. Seating is enhanced by hammocks, bed swings and outdoor rugs.

Design Trends

Interior decorating techniques and color schemes are being extended to outdoor living spaces. This season’s cool color is aquamarine. What makes this shade so popular is the calming and cool effect it has, thus forming some really impressive pairs with brighter tones as well as the calm ones. Add a bright splash with accent pillows, cushions, or even an umbrella.

Landscaping and Garden Trends

Drought and other environmental concerns have led consumers to seek gardening products and methods that are sensitive to the environment. Vast lawns requiring lots of water and maintenance are giving way to low-maintenance, drought tolerant plants, and those in condos and apartments are turning to vertical gardens to maximize growing space on patios and balconies.

Ornate Decks and Patios

Not everyone is scaling down, however. Homeowners with large yards are adding ornate decks and patios as an extension of their indoor living space. According to a 2015 Outdoor Living Forecast compiled by Trex, the world’s largest manufacturer of wood-alternative decking and railing, homeowners want multiple tiers, curved features and built-in pergolas and walls to define various deck areas similar to outdoor rooms that  allow entertaining to flow seamlessly from the indoors.

These are just some of this summer’s top outdoor trends for backyards, patios and decks. These additions make outdoor living more enjoyable and comfortable, and serve as a great investment, enhancing your home’s value.

At Bay Breeze Patio, we’re passionate about outdoor living. Call or stop by to learn how your backyard can be transformed into the best backyard in the neighborhood.

Trends compiled from Zillow Digs and Industry Edge National Hardware Show, which offers information on product trends and industry insights.

 

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

June is the month to celebrate and reward Dad. If you’re looking for Father’s Day gift ideas, look no further. At Bay Breeze Patio, we’re full of ideas that will allow Dad to enjoy his backyard or his man cave even more. Here are 6 top Father’s Day gift ideas:

Bison Airlighter – The revolutionary Bison Airlighter is a portable air-driven fire lighter. It jets a 4-inch flame that instantly ignites charcoal and wood, then delivers airflow to spread the flames. For Dads who use charcoal or have a Big Green Egg, this gift will allow Dad to place food on the grill faster, producing delicious results in less time.

MiniMax Big Green Egg – The delicious results of the Big Green Egg are now possible anywhere. The portable MiniMax is ideal for camping, the pool and the beach, and tailgating.

Big Green Egg-cessories – If Dad has a Big Green Egg, you’ve got it made! There are all kinds of “Eggcessories” to make grilling and smoking on the Big Green Egg more fun. From pizza/baking stones to the Big Green Egg BBQ Guru (a temperature control so precise, it’s like having your own personal valet), Bay Breeze Patio offers plenty of gifts for Dads who enjoy smoking and grilling on the Big Green Egg.

Fire Tables – Firetainment, Inc. features fire tables that provide ambiance and enable hibachi-style cooking. Available in a variety of designs & styles.

Grilling Cookbooks – Is Dad stuck in a rut? If so, he may enjoy some new grilling recipes from the experts. We carry the most popular grilling cookbooks, giving Dad new ideas that the entire family will enjoy.

Tommy Bahama – A popular brand for Dads, Tommy Bahama features a line of high quality outdoor furnishings. Choose from 175 all-weather performance fabrics to complement the hand-crafted outdoor furniture collections. Consider giving Dad a lounge chair and ottoman from the all-wicker, Blue Olive Collection. A sure winner!

At Bay Breeze Patio, we also carry a wide selection of premium grills along with every size of the Big Green Egg. Come by and see us and we’ll help you find the perfect gift for Dad.

National BBQ Month Quiz – What kind of barbecuer are you?

May is National Barbecue Month. At Bay Breeze Patio, take pride in the delicious results that can be achieved when cooking on high performance grills. As a member of the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA), we wanted to share this year’s program to help grillers uncover their BBQ identity.

Before you buy your next grill, find out what “What Kind of Barbecuer Are You?” with an online quiz that matches you to your barbecue personality. After answering questions about your barbecue habits, such as:

“What do you look for in a barbecue?”

“What do you consider barbecuing success?”

“How adventurous do you like to get with your barbecue menu?”

Your true barbecue identity will be revealed.

Are you a Master Barbecuer? Or a Barbecue Tenderfoot? Whatever your proficiency, the quiz is designed to help you take your barbecuing expertise to the next level by providing recommendations on barbecue tools, products, technologies, accessories and techniques to help you reach your full barbecuing potential.

Those who take the quiz and share their personalities on Facebook and Twitter have an opportunity to win barbecue-related prizes throughout the month including accessories, sauces, cookbooks and more!

This summer, look beyond what’s already in your backyard. Answer 8 simple questions and find out what kind of barbecuer you are and take your BBQ game to next level. Take the quiz now by clicking on the link below:

http://www.hpba.org/national-barbecue-month/

Happy Grilling!

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Outdoor Living

Mom deserves the best, but it’s often hard to decide on a gift that adequately represents your love and appreciation. In an effort to make Moms in and around Destin, FL very happy, we’ve compiled our top Mother’s Day gift ideas that will make their lives more beautiful, comfortable and enjoyable.

Here’s our top Mother’s Day gift ideas:

Outdoor pillows and rugs – From Elaine Smith to Lane Venture to Lloyd Flanders to Transocean, luxury outdoor pillows are attractive, durable and will make Mom happy by making her outdoor furniture more stylish and comfortable.

Forever Candles – Life should be beautiful and bathed in candlelight. One of our most popular gift items is the Forever Oil Candle. Available 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.

Silk Plants – Does your Mom lack a green thumb? If so, consider the gift of silks. From table plants to decorative trees, beautiful silk plants, flowers and trees provide Mom a gift that is green year round and does not require any addition work.

Fountains – Gift the gift of relaxation with a bubbling outdoor fountain that will add beauty and tranquility to Mom’s backyard, porch or patio.

Framed pictures and artwork – 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.

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 Mom smile.

Outdoor Furniture – What does Mom want? Is it Adirondack chairs for the front porch or around the fire pit? Is it the comfy Lloyd Flanders chaise lounge that she’s been eyeing? Or an upholstered outdoor sectional by Lane Venture? Whatever her dream, Mom is worth splurging (or teaming up with siblings to splurge) and making her dreams reality.

     

With such a large selection of great gifts, the hardest part is deciding which one Mom will like best. Call (850-269-4666) or stop by for suggestions to show Mom the love.