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9th Annual Eggs On the Beach Cooking Competition Raises $44,500 for Local Non-Profits, including Food for Thought & Fisher House of the Emerald Coast

The 9^th Annual Big Green Egg cooking competition, Eggs on the Beach, raised $44,500 for local non-profits. The event, which was held Oct. 14 at Seascape Towne Center, featured a diverse array of deliciously creative bites, including alligator, venison and lamb creations. Presented by Bay Breeze Patio, Eggs on the Beach hosted 22 cook teams competing for cash, prizes and trophies. Proceeds from the event were then divided between the winning non-profit cook teams and the two benefiting charities, Food for Thought and Fisher House of the Emerald Coast. This year, both received an $18,500 donation to support their mission.

The non-profit cook teams were awarded a cash donation toward their cause. This year’s nonprofit winners with most taster votes were first place: Healing Paws for Warriors partnered with Swiftly Catered presenting a Trinidad Spice Pork Tenderloin, Bourbon Caramel Balsamic Apple with a Grilled Pear Cobbler with Sweet Potato Pone Cake with Candied Pecans & Bourbon Cane Syrup, which earned the nonprofit $3,500; In second place: South Walton Academy The Eggstras presented Bacon Wrapped Venison with Banana Pepper, which earned a $2,500 donation; and securing third place: The Brotherhood of Distinguished Gentleman: Walton County Juvenile Justice presented Smoked Brisket on Biscuit with Pickled Onion, which allowed them to achieve $1,500 for their nonprofit. These nonprofits earned bragging rights and a cash donation toward their causes.

The diverse bites cooked on the Big Green Egg ranged from fresh seafood and smoked meats to cajun delicacies and desserts. The first-place winner was ‘Keggs Over Easy, earning the most taster votes and a Large Big Green Egg for their Texas Twinkies jalapeno bites and Angels Envy Texas Tea! Two teams tied for second place: Saltwater Restaurants who presented Smoked Gulf Shrimp and Pineapple with Angels Envy Teriyaki Glaze and Bourbon Smoked Pineapple Smash, while Team Indyne & RT&T Technology, who presented Cajun Gulf Shrimp and Sausage with Angels Envy Remoulade and Angels Envy dessert paired with Angels Envy Stone Fence Cocktail both earned a second place a medium Big Green Egg. In third place, Captain’s Choice presented Smoked Brisket, and was awarded a Mini-Max Big Green Egg.

The cook teams also presented their inspiring creations to five honorary judges who ranked bites on taste, appearance and creativity. First place Judge’s Trophy was awarded to Kegs Over Easy for their Texas Twinkies; Second place Judge’s Trophy was presented to Brotherhood of Distinguished Gentleman: Walton County Juvenile Justice for their smoked brisket, and third place Judge’s Trophy was awarded to Nice Racks for their BBQ Sandwich Shot. The judge’s also presented an honorable mention to Brock cooking for the Fisher House for their Bourbon Honey Glazed Smoked Sausage Gravy & Biscuits. Honorary judges included Chef Jude Tauzin, corporate chef for Tony Chachere’s (Acadia, LA); Chef Dan Dederous, corporate chef for Hilton Sandestin; Nikki Nickerson, founder of Cowgirl Hospitality Group; Carrie Honaker, Florida Food & Travel Writer; and Chef Chad Donelson of Bitterroot.

Teams had the opportunity to infuse Angels Envy Bourbon into their recipe and compete for the Best Angels Envy Bite. Earning first place and a barrel head and bottle of Angels Envy Bourbon was the Sea Market for their dessert bite. Food For Thought team earned second place and Florida Q was awarded third place for their Angel Envy bite. Shaun Cooper and Nick Hogan presented the awards as well as served samples of Angels Envy Bourbon neat and infused in craft cocktails.

Eggs on the Beach benefits The Fisher House of the Emerald Coast, which provides a home away from home for military families during medical treatment, and Food for Thought, which aims to fight childhood hunger and food insecurity among students in Walton and Okaloosa Counties. Since its inception in 2013, Eggs on the Beach has donated more than $295,000 to local nonprofits.

For those who have considered purchasing a Big Green Egg, a limited number of Demo Eggs, which were used during the competition, are available at a discounted price. View sizes and pricing at EggsontheBeach.com or visit us at the Bay Breeze Patio showroom at 32 Forest Shore Drive, Miramar Beach, Fla.

by baybreeze on November 6, 2023 - Categories: Events, Recent Blogs - Comments: 0

Cook Team Registration Open for the 9th Annual Eggs On the Beach

SAVE THE DATE: OCTOBER 14, 2023

Big Green Egg Fest, Eggs on the Beach, at Seascape Resort

Cook team registration is now open for the 9^th Annual “Eggs on the Beach” EggFest Cooking Competition on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 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 has earned a reputation as one of the most fun, cook-friendly competitions in the Southeast.

We have enjoyed growing this annual cooking competition over the past eight years, and are humbled by the outpouring of support and positive feedback for the annual event.

The event is made possible through the amazing talent and efforts of our cook teams. We’re extremely grateful for their hard work and are looking forward to welcoming back our previous participants as well as first-time competitors. In addition, we’re excited to add a new category this year—a Kids Competition!

Cook Teams are invited to create bite size portions of their favorite recipes to be judged by the public as well as honorary judges. Each team of up to six is given a large or extra-large Big Green Egg to use during the competition. Bay Breeze Patio provides the lump charcoal, fire starter, table, and tent. Tasters vote for their favorites, as teams vie for bragging rights and prizes, including the grand prize, a brand new large Big Green Egg. In addition to the People’s Choice Awards, Cook Teams may compete for Judge’s Awards, and Non-profit Teams Awards, which includes a donation toward their cause.

New to this year’s event, Eggs on the Beach will include a Junior Chefs Competition. Open to five youth cook teams, the junior cook team category will allow young chefs, ages 8-14, an opportunity to showcase their talents and compete for the grand prize—a Mini-Max Big Green Egg. Second and third place runners up will receive a grilling tool set and all winners will be recognized with a medal and bragging rights. Junior Cook Teams may include up to five young chefs and one adult chef per team, and will present their bite to the honorary judges who will evaluate each bite based on taste and presentation.

Eggs on the Beach benefits two local charities–the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food for Thought.

For those who are interested in owning 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. Both large and XLarge Eggs will be sold and all come with a limited lifetime warranty and a complementary ticket to attend Eggs on the Beach. Demo Eggs can be picked up after the event, between 3-4 p.m. on October 14.

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’ Rubs. Youth Cook Team registration is $25 and includes welcome bag for each participant. Cook team fees are waived for non-profit cook teams, which are competing for a cash donation toward their cause. Teams can register online at EggsontheBeach.com, or to avoid online fees, register in-person at Bay Breeze Patio (32 Forest Shore Drive, Miramar Beach, Fla.).

Taster tickets are also on sale now with special advance pricing of $45/adult, $15/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 850-269-4666.

by baybreeze on June 14, 2023 - Categories: Events, Recent Blogs - Comments: 0

Tickets On Sale for 8th Annual Eggs on the Beach Cooking Competition, Oct. 15, at Seascape Resort

Tickets are on sale now for 8^th Annual Eggs onthe Beach Big Green Egg cooking competition returning to Seascape Resort in Mi ramar Beach on Oct. 15, 2022. Presented by Bay Breeze Patio, the garden-party-style event celebrates the delicious results of cooking on the Big Green Egg while benefitting two local charities–the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food for Thought.

The 2022 Eggs on the Beach Festival will be held on the deck overlooking the pond at the Seascape Towne Centre. With the Seascape outdoor tiki bar as the centerpiece and flat screen TVs airing the top college football games, tasters are invited to walk the perimeter sampling delectable bites from a variety of cook teams competing for votes. Live music b Dan Collins and Becca of Black Eyed Blonde, a Knob Creek tasting area, seasonal beer samples from Abita Beer and Grayton Beach Beer Company, and chance to win a mini-Max Big Green Egg.

Taster tickets provide access to the event as well as unlimited bites and five tickets to vote for the “People’s Choice” winner. From backyard grillers to local restaurants to non-profit organizations, cook teams present a wide variety of dishes, ranging from meats and seafood to veggies and desserts, all cooked on the Big Green Egg. Cook teams will be competing in a variety of categories, aiming to impress both judges and tasters. Five honorary judges-Chef John O’Neil of Dude Food Fire, Private Chef Kali Davis, Mike McIntosh of Seagar’s Prime Steakhouse, Chef Al Massa of Brotula’s Seafood House and Forbes Food Writer Abigail Abesamis Demarest- will be in attendance sampling bites to present the coveted Judge’s Award Trophies. Tasters vote for their top 5 bites to determine the “People’s Choice” winners, which gives bragging rights and a brand new Big Green Egg.

Non-profit cook teams will be competing for a donation toward their cause. Last year, four local non-profit cook teams, including Healing Paws for Warriors, South Walton Academy, Sinfonia Gulf Coast and Boys & Girls Club of the Emerald Coast, earned the most taster votes and cash toward their cause.

Proceeds from Eggs on the Beach benefit The Fisher House of the Emerald Coast, which provides a home away from home for military families during medical treatment, and Food for Thought, which aims to fight childhood hunger and food insecurity among students in Walton and Okaloosa Counties. Eggs on the Beach has donated more than $205,500 to local non-profits since its inception in 2013.

For those who have considered purchasing a Big Green Egg, Demo Eggs, which are used during the competition, are available for pre-sale at a discounted price. Demo Eggs are available in Large
or XLarge and come with a nest (metal stand) and plate setter along with a limited lifetime warranty. Demo Eggs are used during the event and will be available for pick-up between 4 – 5 p.m. on October 15.

Eggs on the Beach will take place from 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 15, 2022. Tickets are $45 in advance and $50 day of the event. For Grill Masters, cook team registration is still open as well. Learn more and purchase tickets at www.EggsontheBeach.com.

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by baybreeze on September 20, 2022 - Categories: Events - Comments: 0

Eggs on the Beach Cooking Competition Voted Best in Destin in VIP Destin Magazine

We’re excited to announce that Eggs on the Beach Big Green Egg cooking competition was voted “Best in Destin” for local event by the readers of VIP Destin Magazine.

We are so honored to receive this recognition for Eggs on the Beach Cooking Competition. It has quickly earned the reputation as one of the hottest food festivals in the South and we’re thrilled that our cook teams deliver! We believe that it’s the cook teams that make this event so spectacular and they continue to push the envelope on what is possible when cooking on the Big Green Egg. In addition, we are extremely grateful for our sponsors who allow us to grow the event and the amount of the donations to area non-profits.

The 2019 event raised $32,500 for local non-profits, including our two partner charities, Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food for Thought, which each received $12,500. Other non-profit cook teams earned a total of $7,500 during the day. In first place, taking home $3000, South Walton Academy team won the top honor and $3,500 for their delicious creation. Sinfonia Youth Orchestra in partnership with 30a Destin Ice ranked second place among tasters and was awarded $2,500. In third place, the Rotary Club of Destin earned $1,500 for their mission.

Our BIG winners for the 2019 EggFest were Saltwater Restaurants earning multiple awards. Their entry a Cajun-inspired bite featuring fresh caught red snapper smoked on the Big Green Egg with pecan wood and served over smoked corn & Andouille sausage maque choux. Their bite was paired with a Knob Creek Smoked Orange Smash. The bite earned the Judges Award, the Taster Choice Award and the Best Knob Creek Bourbon Bite. In addition, their creativity was rewarded with Best Booth Display.

Thanks, once again, to our honorary judges, including Jack McGuckin, Executive Chef at Bijoux, Phil McDonald and Debbie Swenerton of Black Bear Bread Co., and Nikhil Abuvala, Chef/Owner of Roux 30a, for judging dozens of entries to determine our Judge’s Award winners.

Tastings were complemented by live music by Clint Hall, Kids Zone, a ENCO Sports Zone, Knob Creek Craft Cocktail Seminars, and an Abita Beer pairing seminar.

The Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food for Thought each received $12,500 toward their mission. Located on Eglin Air Force Base, the Fisher House provides a “home away from home” for military families ensuring family members can be together during treatment for serious illness or physical/occupational therapy. Food For Thought aims to end food insecurity by serving students in Okaloosa and Walton County with backpacks filled with healthy meals and snacks for nights and weekends.

SAVE THE DATE! The 2020 Eggs on the Beach Big Green Egg Festival is scheduled for Sept. 26 at Seascape Resort. Call us at 850-269-4666 or visit www.EggsontheBeach.com to learn more.

by baybreeze on February 18, 2020 - Categories: Events - Comments: 0

Cook Team Registration Now Open for the Sixth Annual “Eggs On the Beach” Cooking Competition , Sept. 28

We are excited to announce that cook team registration is now open for the Sixth Annual “Eggs on the Beach” EggFest Cooking Competition, which will be held on Saturday, Sept.28, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 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 cooking competition features many opportunities for cook teams to compete and win in a variety of categories, including “People’s Choice Awards”, “Judges Awards”, Non-profit cash awards, best booth décor award and more.

To participate, cook teams create bite size portions of their favorite recipes to be judged by the public as well as celebrity judges. Each team of up to six is given a large or extra-large Big Green Egg to use during the competition. Bay Breeze Patio provides the lump charcoal, fire starter, table, tent, paper plates, plastic utensils, napkins and toothpicks. Tasters vote for their favorites, as teams vie for bragging rights and prizes, including the grand prize, a brand new large Big Green Egg.

For the 2019 event, teams have the opportunity to win in a variety of categories. Cook teams may now enter in one of three divisions—corporate cook teams, backyard cook teams and non-profit cook teams. We’re also working on a great new group of celebrity judges, which will be announced this summer.

The Backyard Cook Team with the most taster votes will win the grand prize—a large Big Green Egg (valued at $1,110). Second place will receive a medium Big Green Egg and third place will win a Mini-Max portable Big Green Egg. The top three Corporate Cook Teams with the most votes will earn trophies, and grilling accessories.

Non-profit Cook Teams have a chance to win cash prizes toward their cause. The team with the most taster votes will earn a $3,000 cash donation toward their cause. Second place will earn $2,000 and $1,000 will go to the third-place winner. All teams are eligible for the Judges’ Awards and the top three winning teams will be presented a trophy by a celebrity judge. Prizes will also be given for “best booth décor” and “best bite cooked with Knob Creek Bourbon”.

Proceeds from Eggs on the Beach benefit two local charities—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 ensuring family members can be together during treatment for serious illness or physical/occupational therapy. Food For Thought aims to end food insecurity by serving students in Okaloosa and Walton County with backpacks filled with healthy meals and snacks for nights and weekends. In addition, 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 charity partners. In the past five years, Eggs on the Beach has raised nearly $136,000 for local charities.

For those who are interested in owning a Big Green Egg, the Demo Eggs that are used during the event will be pre-sold with nest (metal stand) and plate setter for a discounted price. Both Large and XL Eggs will be sold and all come with a limited lifetime warranty. Demo Eggs can be picked up after the event, between 4 – 5 p.m. on September 28.

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’ Rubs. Cook team fees are waived for non-profit cook teams, which are competing for a cash donation toward their cause. To register a non-profit call us at 1-850-269-4666.

Taster tickets are also on sale now with special advance pricing of $32.50/adult, $14/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

by baybreeze on June 6, 2019 - Categories: Events - Comments: 0

Become a Certified Steak Competition Judge, SCA Class on Jan. 29 at Seascape Resort

Have you ever dreamed of traveling and tasting deliciously prepared steaks as an honorary judge?

If so, the Steak Cook Off Association is calling for you! Anyone who loves meat is invited to become a certified judge in the fastest growing cooking organization in the U.S. When you become a member of the Steak Cook Off Association (SCA), you are invited to judge SCA events. With more than 300 events planned for 2019, SCA is one of the fast-growing cooking organizations in the world. From competitions throughout the U.S. to locations all around Australia, the Steak Cook Off Association hosts hundreds of competitions each year.

The SCA has partnered with Bay Breeze Patio to host a judges certification class in Miramar Beach. Here are the details:
WHERE: Seascape Resort Club House

WHEN: Tuesday, Jan. 29 from 6 to 8:30 PM

WHAT: The class includes four sections:
Ribeye 101
Table Captain 101
Ancillary Judging 101
Steak Judging 101
Upon Completion of the class, participants will earn their SCA judging certification.

FEE: The fee for the class is $60, plus $40 membership fee to join the SCA. Once you become an official SCA member, you’ll enjoy additional advantages, including discounts to over 250 top national retailers, free digital subscription to the National BBQ News, savings of $149 on the Beefer Grill, 15% discount on GrillGrates, discounts on Budget Car Rental and more. Learn more about the SCA at steakcookoffs.com/

Click here to register for the Jan. 29 class to become a Certified SCA Steak Cook Off Judge.

Have you been considering purchasing a new grill? Bay Breeze Patio carries the leading premium grill brands, including Big Green Egg, DELTA Heat, Broilmaster, FireMagic and more. Learn more about Bay Breeze Patio online or visit our store at 32 Forest Shore Drive, Miramar Beach (one mile west of Silver Sands Premium Outlets).

Happy Grilling (and eating)!

by baybreeze on January 18, 2019 - Categories: Grilling Tips - Comments: 0

Cook Team Registration Open for 2018 Eggs On the Beach Big Green Egg Cooking Competition

Save the date! The 5th Annual “Eggs on the Beach” EggFest Cooking Competition will take place on Saturday, Sept.29, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 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 event for the entire family, featuring a cooking competition, “People’s Choice Awards”, “Judges Awards”, tastings, live music, and more.

If you’re a Big Green Egg enthusiast (aka EggHead), consider entering a cook team in this fun, friendly competition. Cook team registration is now open and we believe Eggs on the Beach keeps getting better with each passing year. This year, we’re going to add a backyard category and we’re working on some fun new elements along with a great new group of celebrity judges. Anyone who enjoys cooking on the Big Green Egg should enter a team.

Cook Teams participate by creating bite size portions of their favorite recipes to be judged by the public as well as a celebrity judge. Each team of up to six is given a large or extra-large Big Green Egg to use during the competition. Bay Breeze Patio provides the lump charcoal, fire starter, table, tent, paper plates, plastic utensils, napkins and toothpicks. Tasters vote for their favorites, as teams vie for bragging rights and prizes, including the grand prize, a brand new large Big Green Egg.

This year, teams can enter in one of three categories—the main event, backyard enthusiast and non-profit cook team. Prizes vary depending on the category. The grand prize for the main event is a large Big Green Egg (valued at $1,110), the grand prize for backyard enthusiasts is a Mini-Max portable Big Green Egg and the grand prize in the non-profit category is $3,000 donation to the charity of the team’s choice.

All proceeds from Eggs on the Beach will benefit two local charities—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 ensuring family members can be together during treatment for serious illness or physical/occupational therapy. Food For Thought aims to end food insecurity by serving students in Okaloosa and Walton County with backpacks filled with healthy meals and snacks for nights and weekends. In addition, 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 charity partners.

In 2017, Eggs on the Beach raised $29,000 for Fisher House and Food For Thought and another $6,000 was donated to non-profit organizations through the non-profit cook team category. In the past four years, Eggs on the Beach has raised nearly $100,000 for local charities.

For those who are interested in owning a Big Green Egg, the Demo Eggs that are used during the event will be sold in advance with nest (metal stand) and plate setter for a discounted price. Both Large and XL Eggs will be sold and all come with a limited lifetime warranty. Demo Eggs must be picked up after the event, between 4 – 5 p.m. on September 29.

Taster tickets are also on sale now with special advance pricing of $32.50/adult, $14/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 EggsontheBeach.com or visit us at 32 Forest Shore Drive, Miramar Beach. For questions, call us at 850-269-4666.

Happy Grilling!

by baybreeze on June 18, 2018 - Categories: Events - Comments: 0

Gift Ideas for Grillers, Sports Fans and Anyone Who Loves Outdoor Living

Are you searching for gifts for those hard to shop for friends and family members on your holiday gift list? If you answered “yes,” come see us at Bay Breeze Patio in Miramar Beach and find great gift ideas for the hard to shop for people.

Grillers

If Dad or hubby loves to grill, we’ve got great gift ideas at Bay Breeze Patio. From Grill Grates to digital meat thermometers to salt rocks and seasonings, Bay Breeze Patio carries the grilling tools that will make the grill master in your life smile. Do you know someone with a Big Green Egg, Eggcessories are always make a great gift. From pizza stones to rib racks to the Big Green Egg Cookbook, you’ll make the EggHead on your list happy with gifts that keep on giving. Everyone will enjoy the delicious results.

Sports Fans

College sports are fun watch and many friends and relatives are passionate about their Alma Mater. At Bay Breeze Patio, we carry of variety of team favorites. From collegiate spatulas to aprons to hand crafted wooden wall art, we feature teams from throughout the Southeast including Auburn, University of Alabama, University of Florida, Florida State, and University of Tennessee, among others.

Outdoor Entertainers

If your friends or family love entertaining outdoors, we’ve got you covered with gifts that are stylish and functional outdoors. From forever candles to acrylic dinnerware and glasses to outdoor art and lighting, Bay Breeze Patio features a wide variety of gifts for outdoor living. Consider a gift basket that includes humorous napkins, chilled wine bag and wine accessories for a wine-loving friend or relative.

Relaxers

If you have a parent, aunt, uncle or sibling who loves to nap, we suggest a Hatteras Hammock. Available in an array of fabrics and styles, Hatteras Hammocks are some of the most comfortable and durable hammocks on the market, making it the perfect gift for your favorite friend or relative.

We invite you stop by our showroom in Miramar Beach (one mile west of Silver Sands Premium Outlets) to find the perfect gift for that hard to buy for person on our list. To help stretch your budget, we’re offering 20% off accessories, florals and art. For more information, call us at 850-269-4666.

by baybreeze on December 1, 2017 - Categories: Sales & Promos - Comments: 0

Tips to Cooking Thanksgiving Turkey on the Big Green Egg-Cooking Demo, Nov. 18

Thanksgiving is fast approaching and many want to know how to cook their Thanksgiving Turkey on the Big Green Egg.

For those interested in a personal demonstration, join us at the Towne Centre at Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017 at 3 p.m. for a complimentary Big Green Egg cooking demonstration. Grill Master Wayne will cover Big Green Egg Turkey Prep 101, including tips, tricks and tools to make your Thanksgiving Turkey the most juicy and flavorful. Come for the tips and stay for free beer tasting event at Seascape Wine & Spirits (3-6 pm). Click here for more details.

There are many options for cooking your bird on the Big Green Egg, and they are all equally delicious. Wayne will cover basic questions including: To brine or not to brine? How do you control cooking temperature? How do you plan cook time based on the size of your turkey? How do you know when the turkey is done and the best time to pull it off the Egg? What Eggcessories help to make cooking effortless? From the flavor injector and turkey roaster to roast rack and thermometer, Grill Master Wayne will cover cooking tools, temperature and taste to ensure your holiday meal is one to remember.

Want immediate answers? Click here for the Big Green Egg Thanksgiving Turkey tips, recipes for brineing, injecting and roasting, side dish recipes and the all-important “turkey cheat sheet” with cooking temperatures and cook times for each size turkey.

Don’t have a Big Green Egg? There are lots of ways to cook your turkey outdoors. The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association is an advocate of cooking outside and has prepared a variety of tips on Thanksgiving meal prep, including food safety, cooking temps, frying, carving and more.

So whether you join us for a personal demonstration or do your homework online, we know you’ll love the results of cooking your Thanksgiving turkey on the Big Green Egg, smoker or grill.

Interested in purchasing a Big Green Egg? View Big Green Egg sizes online or visit us at our store in Miramar Beach, 1 mile west of Silver Sands Premium Outlets and across from Seascape Resort. For more info, call 850-269-4666.

Happy Thanksgiving!

by baybreeze on November 14, 2017 - Categories: Grilling Tips, Recipes - Comments: 0

Winners Announced for Eggs on the Beach – Event Raises $35,000 for local charities

The fourth annual Eggs on the Beach, official Big Green Egg festival, drew record participation and resulted in some big winners.

Beauchamp Commercial featured above earned the first place Judges Award.

Beauchamp Commercial was awarded the Judges First Place Trophy and Saltwater Restaurant Group earned first place Tasters’ Choice Award. The Air Commando Association was the top non-profit team winner. Eggs on the Beach, presented by Bay Breeze Patio, celebrated foods cooked on the Big Green Egg. On Saturday, Sept. 30, more than 30 cook teams competed, presenting their best recipes on a beautiful Saturday at Seascape Resort.

The Gulf on Okaloosa Island featured above earned the 2nd place Judges Award and Smokin’ Nuts earned 3rd.

Distinguished chefs from area restaurants and a cookbook author represented the group of honorary judges who awarded trophies based on flavor, presentation and creativity. Beauchamp Commercial earned the Judge’s first place Judges’ Award Trophy for their Trigger Fish tacos with homemade mango slaw. The Gulf on Okaloosa Island earned the second-place trophy with their smoked brisket with fig BBQ, pickled peppers and coriander, and Smokin’ Nuts earned the third-place trophy for Hal’s Pork ‘N Beans with Knob Creek Bourbon, bacon, peach, and sweet onion beans topped with smoked pork belly.

Saltwater Restaurant Group featured above earned the Taster’s Choice Grand Prize and InDyne earned 2nd place Taster’s Choice.

The Tasters’ Choice Award was presented to Saltwater Restaurant Group for their sea scallops with smoked marinara sauce, filet mignon with Knob Creek maple-bacon glaze and Kentucky Mule with Knob Creek Bourbon. Second place Tasters’ Choice Award went to InDyne-RT&T who prepared grilled oysters and grilled shrimp with Cajun BBQ sauce on a grilled baguette. Earning third place Tasters’ Choice, Beauchamp Commercial served Trigger Fish tacos with mango slaw.

Local non-profit organizations earned $6,000 in donations, including $3,000 for 1st, $2,000 for 2nd, and $1,000 for 3rd.

The leading team in the non-profit category was Air Commando Association, earning a $3,000 donation toward their cause with their marinated chicken thigh topped with siracha mayo, grilled pineapple and swiss on Naan bread. Earning second place in the non-profit category, the Rotary Club of Destin presented SHISH-KA-KNOBS, chicken skewers with raspberry, habanero and Knob Creek sauce. In third place, Brock lawn & Pest Control earned $1,000 for Fisher House of the Emerald Coast with their coveted pork with pineapple recipe.

Knob Creek Winners infused Knob Creek Bourbon in their recipe.

The top competitors who infused Knob Creek Bourbon in their recipes were Fort Walton Beach Medical Center and Oxygen4Heroes. The final award was presented to Saltwater Restaurant Group for best décor.

Eggs on the Beach raised $35,000 for local non-profit organizations, including $14,500 for BOTH 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

by baybreeze on October 13, 2017 - Categories: Events - Comments: 0

Big Green Egg Cooking Class, Sept. 7

If you’re interested in learning how to cook the most juicy, flavorful foods on the Big Green Egg, join us Sept. 7 at Bay Breeze Patio. Grill Master Wayne will host a Big Green Egg cooking class on Thursday, Sept. 7 at 5:30 p.m. at Bay Breeze Patio in preparation for Eggs on the Beach EggFest Cooking Competition, Sept. 30 at Seascape Resort. The cooking class will focus on tips, tricks and tools for grilling, smoking and searing foods on the Big Green Egg. The class is free and open to anyone interested in learning how to achieve the best results when cooking on the Big Green Egg.

We’re here to help first time Big Green Egg users as well as help EggFest cook teams up their game for the Eggs on the Beach Cooking Competition. The class 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 Big Green Egg Cooking Class will be held at on Sept. 7 at 5:30 p.m. at Bay Breeze Patio (32 Forest Shore Dr, Miramar Beach). Any participants interested in purchasing a Big Green Egg will be able to do so after the event. Demo Eggs, which will be used during the EggFest competition, are being pre-sold with nest (metal stand) and plate setter for a discounted price. Prices start at $799 for the large Egg.

Taster tickets are on sale now for the Eggs on the Beach Cooking Competition. Tasters will vote for their favorites, and teams are competing for bragging rights as well as the grand prize, a brand new large Big Green Egg. Non-profit cook teams have an opportunity to promote their cause while vying for a cash donation of either $3,000, $2,000 or $1,000.

All proceeds from Eggs on the Beach benefit the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Food for Thought. Taster tickets for Eggs on the Beach are $32.50/adult in advance and $40/adult the day of the event. Child tickets are $13.50/child (age 11-17), kids 10 and under are free. If you have questions about the cooking class or Eggs on the Beach, call us at 850-269-4666.

Happy Cooking!

by baybreeze on August 22, 2017 - 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

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