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Susan Benton is a veteran food writer who shares recipes, travel, family life, and is the founder of the popular Let's Talk 30A! Susan Benton is a food + travel journalist, and the owner of 30AEATS.com and GulfCoastRestaurants.com! Benton has spent over 20 years in South Walton, and is the go to resource for everything local + eats and drinks. She shares her passion for supporting local businesses, farmers, fishermen, chefs, and restaurants on her website, including travel features and recipes! Susan Benton is also a local artist with work at Beau Interiors in Grayton Beach and available on her website at susanbentonart.com.

Honored to judge The Market Shops 11th Annual Bloody Mary Festival next Saturday! It’s a sell out and fun event benefiti...
10/03/2026

Honored to judge The Market Shops 11th Annual Bloody Mary Festival next Saturday! It’s a sell out and fun event benefiting Habitat for Humanity Walton County!
Join me! Get your tickets in the link below!

https://www.bigtickets.com/e/the-market-shops-bloody-mary-festival/the-market-shops-11th-annual-bloody-mary-festival/?fbclid=IwdGRleAUuIxxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mAWZkaWQWUPkjp16iDRWLBqDy1wsHDSjPGM8ywXNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR47lwXYxZUcjVgnuBFhyJajjGjA7jHFx0yluKiLxJuwuow704qDvtJGKF12qg_aem_HdhedAP7433fnAwEC4m7zg

ONE MORE WEEK! The countdown is on for The Market Shops 11th Annual Bloody Mary Festival presented by Beach Liquors! Get your tickets now for the ultimate tailgate complete with endless bloodys from your local favorites along with craft b**r, ch*****ne, spiked seltzer, ci**rs, shopping, football live streaming, live music, a DJ, and MORE!

🍅 Click the link in our comments to buy your tickets now before they sell out!

All proceeds raised benefit Habitat for Humanity Walton County ❤️

Honored and looking forward to to judging Eggs on the Beach November 7! Get your tickets : https://www.eggsonthebeach.co...
09/29/2026

Honored and looking forward to to judging Eggs on the Beach November 7!
Get your tickets : https://www.eggsonthebeach.com/

MEET OUR HONORARY JUDGE, SUSAN BENTON! This culinary powerhouse is a long-time supporter of Bay Breeze Patio and a past judge of Eggs on the Beach. Susan's passion for food, travel, and lifestyle writing blossomed into the incredibly popular blog, 30AEats. 🌊🍳Here’s a taste of Susan’s delicious journey:

✨Global Palate, Coastal Roots: Raised by a retired Naval officer, Susan grew up loving worldly cuisines but has spent most of her life on the Gulf Coast. Her specialty? Fresh, sustainable coastal seafood! 🦐🎣
🏆 Award-Winning Blogger: Named a Top 100 Gulf Coast Seafood Blogger and nominated for numerous awards.
📖 Published Author & Judge: Featured alongside high-profile chefs in "Lodge Cast Iron Nation," she’s also a TV personality, cooking instructor, and celebrity food competition judge. 🍳📺
💜 Community Minded: An LSU grad who loves giving back and a proud, longtime member of the Southern Foodways Alliance. 🐯🍲When she’s not traveling to spoil her kids and grandkids, Susan lives locally on Hwy 30A in Seaside. 🏖️❤️

Purchase your taster ticket to Eggs on the Beach, Nov. 7, at SeascapeTowne Centre and join Susan in tasting and voting for your favorite bites.✨

Had the best escargot and steak au poivre at Bijoux Destin The Market Shops Sandestin last evening! Felt like I was tran...
09/06/2026

Had the best escargot and steak au poivre at Bijoux Destin The Market Shops Sandestin last evening! Felt like I was transported back to Paris! Get there early to snag a table in the bar. Otherwise, make a reservation for the restaurant!

I’m currently away from 30A and had Sunday Brunch at The Chastain in Chastain Park in Atlanta. I highly recommend this c...
08/13/2026

I’m currently away from 30A and had Sunday Brunch at The Chastain in Chastain Park in Atlanta. I highly recommend this chef owned restaurant if in the area! They make their bread in house and source everything from local producers! A wonderful experience! Have you been?
Menu >>> https://thechastainatl.com/menus/

Had a great meal at Renaissance French restaurant located in the shops at Gulf Place on 30A! It’s a hidden gem! Have you...
06/15/2026

Had a great meal at Renaissance French restaurant located in the shops at Gulf Place on 30A! It’s a hidden gem! Have you been? What did you order? We shared the escargot, baguette with truffle butter, scallops on risotto, and truffle chicken! Delicious! PSA: Definitely the perfect date night spot!

Can’t go wrong with the Chiang Rai Sampler and the Curry dishes at Thai Chiang Rai in Santa Rosa Beach! Especially on a ...
04/19/2026

Can’t go wrong with the Chiang Rai Sampler and the Curry dishes at Thai Chiang Rai in Santa Rosa Beach! Especially on a drizzly day like today! Pro Tip: The Green Curry isn’t on the menu but they will make it upon request! They are also serving perfectly boiled crawfish at $12.99 a pound! Have you been? What’s your favorite order?

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