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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
Travis Beckett has been operating Wild Thyme Catering for 14 years and gets his ongoing inspiration from clients. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Food and Philanthropy with Wild Thyme

Wild Thyme’s Travis Beckett thrives on bringing clients’ culinary ideas to life and giving back to the community
Tempura Pecan Pie. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Right Up His Galley

Yacht Club Chef Rodney Smith prepares meals fit for a commodore
Tempura cauliflower by Tim Clinton. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Meet Chef Tim Clinton

Chef Tim Clinton’s unexpected career path landed him back on solid ground at The Moorings
Toni Moore, kitchen manager for The Source, enjoys sharing her culinary talent and keeping her customers happy. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Secret Recipe at Dignity Food Trucks

Dignity Food Trucks are serving up opportunities for a better life
Baked Boston Cod at Green Marlin. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Creative Union at the Green Marlin

Self-taught chef Lou Kolbauer blends his own inventions with ideas from his staff
Tibor Andrejszky has been the head chef in the Citron Bistro kitchen since its inception. Photo by Kim Bottalico

A Delicious Decade at Citron Bistro

A solid culinary education in Budapest gave Chef Tibor Andrejszky the chops to build a Vero Beach–friendly menu
Rico Hosena began his culinary journey while growing up in the Philippines. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Plate as Palette with Chef Rico Hosena

The chef at the helm of Grand Harbor’s Beach Club brings his own creative flair to classical European cuisine
Brunch Board by Tasteful Grazings. Photography by Kim Botallico

The Art of the Board with Tasteful Grazings

With entertaining season on the horizon, the art of charcuterie brings variety and panache to social gatherings
Pimento Cheese Biscuits. Photo by Sam Wolfe

Old Florida Delights at Marsh Landing

Alan Pope cut his culinary teeth on a riverboat, honed his skills at an upscale Cincinnati steak house, and found Old Florida in Fellsmere
The Fess Parker Winery, an operation covering more than 1,500 acres of vineyards, is a stop on the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail in California

Frontier Gold at Fess Parker Winery

In addition to playing the heroic Davy Crockett and Daniel Boone, Fess Parker left behind a formidable wine legacy
Seared Fish Over Orzo Pasta. Photography by Kim Bottalico

Nautical Noshing at The Oar Restaurant

Local ingredients and a seaside theme are the hallmarks of Chef Christopher Lawrance's restaurant, The Oar
San Gimignano in Tuscany and the italian countryside

Fattoria Poggio Alloro’s Tuscan Roots

In the rolling hills outside of the medieval town of San Gimignano sits a family farm that blends tradition and innovation
Portuguese Seafood Cataplana. Photo by Kim Bottalico

Spirit of Culinary Exploration

At the helm of Quail Valley's culinary ventures, Chef Joe Faria draws on his Portuguese heritage
Brined, grilled pork chops at The Tides. Photography by Kim Bottalico

International Intrigue at The Tides

Culinary Institute of America graduate Leanne Kelleher finds inspiration both at home and while traveling the world

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