COVID-19 Update on Operations

Dear Friends,

Thank you so much for your continued support of our business these past 16 years – yes it has been 16! We are still here because of all of you and we started this Anniversary Party/Sale after the ’08 Recession because times got tough and we wanted to thank you for keeping us here.

Unfortunately, we have had to cancel our Anniversary Event and Customer Appreciation Party but our Anniversary Sales are still ongoing. This is a once a year sale for us and we know many of you wait for it to add to your outdoor living space.  The following are the deals and the expiration dates:

Additional 10% off of Lloyd Flanders and Summer Classics through March 30.

Additional 10% off of Berlin Gardens, Brown Jordan, Jensen Leisure, Polywood, Seaside Casual, Tommy Bahama, Tropitone, and Winston through April 4.

Additional 10% off Lane Venture through April 11.

Since COVID-19 has dramatically impacted our lives and the way many of us do business, we are doing everything we can to keep our customers and ourselves safe. We are still here working our store as many of our clients have ordered furniture that is starting to come in.  We will continue to be here as long as possible, and each day we are taking preventative measures to maintain a healthy work environment and have enhanced our daily cleaning procedures to prevent the spread of infection. We are cleaning all hard surfaces at the store constantly – counter, door knobs, table tops, staplers, pens and phones.  These measures are aligned with the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and include the following:

• Cleaning our hands often. If soap and water are not readily available, we are using a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol
• Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth
• Cover coughs and sneezes
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick
• Stay home if you are sick, unless you seek medical care
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces

We also will be available for private consultations by appointment and we will continue to do much of our business on the phone and via email – which is all pretty normal for us. As we mentioned, our once a year Anniversary Sales are still ongoing. This is a once a year sale for us and we know many of you wait for it to enhance your outdoor living space. We’re here to serve you and help create a much needed outdoor oasis for you right now.

We’re in this together. Please let us know if we may be of any help to you and above all else, please stay safe and healthy.

Warmest,

Susan, Wayne & Nicole

Bay Breeze Patio Earns “Best in Destin” for Outdoor Furniture

We are humbled and honored that Bay Breeze Patio was again voted “Best in Destin” for outdoor furniture by the readers of VIP Destin Magazine.  We’re celebrating the 15^th year serving the Emerald Coast and we’re always amazed by the community support.

This is our fifth consecutive year earning this recognition and it takes a lot to stay out ahead. We’re constantly following outdoor furniture trends and offering the latest greatest options to our clients.

It is rewarding to know that our efforts are appreciated. We are extremely grateful for everyone who voted for us and for the many friends and clients who have supported us over the years.

Bay Breeze Patio has become recognized for carrying high quality outdoor furniture that can withstand the Gulf Coast’s harsh environment. Bay Breeze Patio also stocks outdoor accessories, appliances, fire pits, and grills, including the Big Green Egg with the goal of creating the most beautiful, comfortable and functional outdoor living spaces.

Bay Breeze Patio will be recognized among other Destin winners at the Best In Destin Black Tie Gala. Explore the vast array of in-stock and brand premium outdoor furniture options online at www.baybreezepatio.com or visit the store at 32 Forest Shore Drive, Destin, Fla. 32550.

Winners Announced for the 5th Annual “Eggs On the Beach” EggFest Cooking Competition

The fifth annual Eggs on the Beach, official Big Green Egg festival, drew record participation and resulted in some big winners. The Gulf Restaurant was awarded the Judges First Place Trophy and Sacred Cue earned first place Peoples’ Choice Award. The Rotary Club of Destin was the top non-profit team winner and Saltwater Restaurant Group took best booth display in addition to second place People’s Choice and second place Judge’s Award Winner. Presented by Bay Breeze Patio, Eggs on the Beach celebrated foods cooked on the Big Green Egg with nearly 30 cook teams competing for trophies and prizes for their creative recipes, which were served on a beautiful Saturday at Seascape Resort.

The cook teams really ‘wowed’ us with their creative dishes. Congratulations to all our winners. These teams put a lot of thought and creativity into these recipes and it showed.

Honorary judges, including James Briscione, chef, author and Food Network personality; Brooke Parkhurst, cookbook author and former host of ABC’s internet and digital cable food series; Jude Tauzin, corporate chef at Tony Chachere’s; Josh Moore, executive chef and partner at Volare Italian Ristorante; and Chef Sergeant Dan Luizzi, awarded trophies based on flavor, presentation and creativity. Judge’s Choice Winners for 2018, include The Gulf Restaurant on Okaloosa Island , Saltwater Restaurants, Inc., and Sacred Que. The winning bite presented by The Gulf feaured Knob Creek Bourbon glazed crispy pork belly with a pineapple and sweet pepper relish and sweet and hot roasted peanuts.

The People’s Choice Award was presented to Sacred Que, Saltwater Restaurants, Inc. and Rotary Club of Destin. Sacred Que won with their bite, which was a sweet tea and bourbon brined beef tenderloin served on a toast point with a caramelized onion/shiitake mushroom/blue cheese spread, horseradish cream sauce, jalapeño pesto and harissa sauce. Their bite was also accompanied by Knob Creek infused raisin bread pudding with a bourbon icing sauce as well as Knob Creek smoked Old Fashions. They earned a Golden Ticket to go on and compete in the World Food Championships in Orange Beach in November.

The winning teams in the non-profit category were Rotary Club of Destin, Air Commando Association, and Son of a Saint. Rotary Club of Destin presented butterflied pork tenderloin spread with a thin layer of cream cheese and sprinkled with jalapeños and green onions then rolled up and wrapped in bacon. The dish was topped with maple-soaked pecan chips smoked on the Big Green Egg. The bite was then topped with a Granny Smith apple, dried cranberry, pecan, sun-dried tomatoes and Knob Creek maple bourbon chutney sauce.

The best booth display was presented to Saltwater Restaurants, Inc. From the minute guests stepped into their booth, they were greeted with wicker carpet beneath their feet and signage highlighting the creative bites along with a drink station featuring a Knob Creek Bourbon Smash. The creative booth design and delicious bites were a big hit among tasters and judges. Their bite, which was a buffalo sirloin with a side shrimp, earned them the second place People’s Choice and second place Judge’s Award.

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 provides a “home away from home” for military families during treatment for serious illness or physical/occupational therapy. Food for Thought helps fight food insecurity by providing backpacks filled with healthy snacks for nights and weekends. Learn more about Eggs on the Beach at www.EggsontheBeach.com.