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Chef Steve Long enjoys the variety afforded him by his work at Sea Oaks Beach & Tennis Club in his hometown of Vero Beach. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Southern Cuisine Meets Coastal Florida at Sea Oaks

Vero native Steve Long’s culinary journey has furnished all the ingredients for a happy chef
Pastry chef Claudia Gonzalez enjoys delighting Windsor members with her sweet desserts and varied menu. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Pastry Chef Claudia Gonzalez Crafts a French Connection

Windsor pastry chef Claudia Gonzalez hails from Colombia, by way of Paris
Santiago Ares chooses ingredients carefully when creating dishes for his customers, preferring to source healthful food from local farms. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Dishes That Nourish at La Tabla

For Santiago Ares, good food and good health are intertwined at La Tabla on Royal Palm Pointe
Garlic Shrimp at River Twist. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Culinary Adventure with Chef Michael Amaral

In his own way, Chef Michael Amaral brings the world to Vero Beach at his restaurant, River Twist
Sous chef Jess Newton and executive chef David Huneke both find their inspiration in the kitchen. Photo by Sam Wolfe

In the Kitchen at Capt. Hiram’s Resort

At a local resort, chefs enjoy the sunrise every morning while prepping
Mussels Fra Diavolo at Pomodoro Grill. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Pomodoro Grill Serves Up Comforting Italian Favorites

Pomodoro Grill has been serving up comfort for three decades and counting
Mushroom risotto. Photo by Kelly Rogers

Enjoy Fine Food on the Waterfront at Sebastian Saltwater

Florida native and Sebastian Saltwater chef C.J. Howard was mentored and inspired by international chefs
Crab Cakes with Mango Salsa. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Ocean Grill Serves Up Family Culinary Tradition

Chef Joey Replogle is part of the third generation to help Ocean Grill patrons have an unforgettable experience in his family’s restaurant
Chef Jessica Chacin began her culinary dream in a food truck, but success came quickly and she expanded to a brick-and-mortar restaurant. Photo by Kim Bottalico

In the Kitchen with Chef Jessica Chacin

At Savores Grill House, chef Jessica Chacin brings the taste of Venezuela to Vero Beach
Prince Edward Island mussels at Johnny D's. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Family Style at Johnny D’s Market & Bistro

For Nina Amelio, owner of Johnny D’s Market & Bistro in Vero Beach, Italian cooking is a way of life
Chef John Peter Corso enjoys bringing a little bit of New York to his cuisine at Pointe West Country Club. Photo by Kim Bottalico

John Peter Corso Brings Brooklyn Flair to Vero Beach

Chef John Peter Corso enjoys bringing a little bit of New York to his cuisine at Pointe West Country Club
Mike Dunne has a long history of creating memorable meals for his customers in both California and Vero Beach. Photo by Kim Bottalico

In the Kitchen with Chef Mike Dunne

Before his tenure his in the kitchen at the Indian River Club, Chef Mike Dunne’s culinary story includes tales of Tommy Lasorda
Zach Saunders’ pink food truck, with its creative cuisine, is a welcome sight around Vero Beach. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Zach Saunders Dishes Creative Cuisine On the Go

Chef Zach Saunders takes international cuisine on the road and serve an eclectic gourmet menu from his food truck, Dolly’s Table
Scallop tostada. Photo by Kim Bottalico

In the Kitchen with Steve Cataldo

At Blue Agave in Vero Beach, Chef Steve Cataldo can make the most of his culinary skills with a menu of fusion favorites
Tomahawk Steak. Photo by Steven Martine

Raising the Steaks at Vero Prime

At Roger Lenzi's Vero Prime, dry-aged Angus beef meets an Italian gusto
Nduja Risotto. Photo by Steven Martine

A Collage of Cuisines

Windsor’s executive chef loves the variety inherent in his job
Executive chef Alessandro Amelio has treasured memories of the Italian grandmother who helped him appreciate the enjoyment of cooking. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Food as a Language at Scampi Grill

Executive chef Alessandro Amelio’s nonna taught him that cooking is much more than just a daily chore
Banana Split Ice Cream Bomb. Photo by Kim Bottalico

The Sweet Spot with Crystal Morton

The pastry chef's restaurant career began in a coffee shop, but she's now working her dream job at The Moorings
Pesto Salmon over Polenta. Photo by Sam Wolfe

On the Menu at Curfew

Chef Red Bellamy of Curfew in Vero Beach finds inspiration in everything from old cookbooks to Antarctic salmon
Chef Dan Overstreet embraces the atmosphere of the garden while pleasing visitors with his freshly prepared food. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Gastronomy in the Garden

Chef Dan Overstreet prepares cuisine suitable to his surroundings at McKee Botanical Garden's Garden Café

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