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beachin’
April 2020
LIFE ON THE ALABAMA GULF COAST
Fashion
ISSUE
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FREE CRESCENT HOOPS
with purchase of $150
APRIL 1-30TH
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Welcome to the Beach
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. Tents (no larger than a 10x10 ft.) are allowed on the beach, but they have to be placed BEACH FLAG
behind (North of) the designated sign marker post and should be removed before night. WARNING SYSTEM
Tents cannot be placed between the sign post and the Gulf of Mexico. This is for designated
emergency and safety access. Medium Hazard
(light surf and
or currents)
2. Pets are not allowed on the beach on the Gulf of Mexico or surrounding islands (Robinson, YELLOW
Bird, Walker). However they are allowed at the designated city Dog Park on Canal Rd. (Hwy
180) next to Sportsman Marina. All dogs should remain on a leash within the city limits. High Hazard
(rough conditions,
3. Glass in any form (bottle, cup, container, etc.) is strictly prohibited on our beaches and such as strong
islands. surf and or
RED conditions)
4. A yellow flag posted along gulf beaches means to use caution while swimming in the gulf
waters and is permitted.
A red flag means danger and one should not swim in the waters.
Water Closed to
Double red flags mean that swimming in the waters is prohibited by law. Public Use
Purple means WARNING! A jellyfish or other marine threat.
DOUBLE RED
5. All trails and parks are free and open from daylight to dusk 7 days a week.
6. Fires or flames are strictly prohibited on the beach. This includes grills, tiki-torches, lanterns, Marine Pest
open fire pits, candles, fireworks, etc. (jellyfish,
stingrays &
dangerous fish)
7. Jet skis, boats, and any other motorized vessels, are prohibited from launching along the PURPLE
gulf front beaches.
251-981-6979 251-980-INFO 251-981-SURF
City Hall • Mon-Fri 8am -5 pm City Infoline Daily Beach Report
www.orangebeachal.gov
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A specialty publication of Gulf Coast Media about the cover
publisher
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Parks Rogers OUR SPRING FASHION ISSUE!
parks@gulfcoastmedia.com ON THE COVER: Bailey Kennon wears a white
April 2020
ALABAMA GU
LF COAST and yellow, leopard print dress by Sadie and
LIFE ON THE
Sage. You can find it at Wildflowers Boutique
managing editor in Orange Beach.
Allison Marlow
allisonm@gulfcoastmedia.com
Photos by Ashley Bonds of Ashley B
Photography; All along the Gulf Coast Ashley
design and layout Bonds has been specializing in lifestyle
Paige Marmolejo photography since 2012. From fashion, kids,
paige@gulfcoastmedia.com and families to beaches, engagements, and
much more.
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Beach fashion
Outfits for every occasion on the Gulf Coast
Beachin’ magazine is published
monthly by Gulf Coast Media,
901 N. McKenzie Street, Foley, AL 36535
251.943.2151
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You can also access our e-editions Kala Bunch is ready for
a day in the sun on the
through GulfCoastNewsToday.com.
water in this wild print
Just click on the “Magazine” tab bikini featuring a chic
and select “Special Publications.” and sporty top and high
waist band bottom
paired with handmade
clay earrings. You can
find this suit and other
stunning summer looks
at Pieces Boutique.
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contents
Sands of Time
The history of ONO Island
22
Beach Happenings
Strong Spring sports
season ahead
24
Out and About
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo opens
30
Trapped!
Fort Morgan introduces
Escape Room
34
Food
Lucy Buffett’s Homeport
Crab Melt
36
Taste of the Gulf
Where to eat at the beach
39
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From a day at the beach...
SPRING FASHION
FOR EVERY OCCASION
The sea calls to Madelynn Mann who
readies for a day on the boat in a
Rosedawn high waist bikini and chic
leaf kimono and white tassel earrings,
available at Pieces Boutique.
PHOTOS BY ASHLEY BONDS / ASHLEY B PHOTOGRAPHY
10 Beachin’ ● April 2020to a night on the town.
Ally Reid wears a silk tie-dye
dress by Lucy Paris, perfect for
all your spring events. Find
it at Wildflowers Boutique in
Orange Beach.
April 2020 ● Beachin’ 11PIECES BOUTIQUE
Pieces Boutique welcomes all beach babes of all sizes! Pieces is all about body positivity, we want each babe to feel confident in each piece!
This boutique carries swimwear, woman’s clothing and accessories! We love to host Pop Up Shops! Find us popped up at markets, parties and
coffee shops!
» 824 Gulf Shores Pkwy., Gulf Shores, AL 36542
» (850) 497-2455
TOP LEFT: Madelynn Mann wears a white skort romper with green
tortoise shell earrings. This look is perfect for Easter brunch, date night or
a bridal shower and can be found at Pieces Boutique.
TOP RIGHT: Kala Bunch is ready for a sweet time in this candy stripe
romper with pink tortoise shell earrings, available at Pieces Boutique.
RIGHT: Madelynn Mann (left) wears an Australian tangerine one
piece and gold earrings. Kala Bunch (right) wears an Australian cobalt
blue bikini and white clay earrings. Find these looks and many more
at Pieces Boutique.
12 Beachin’ ● April 2020RIGHT: Lee Jones, Fisher’s director of bar operation and front of the house
manager, prepares a cocktail for Maria Brown as she waits in a Fridaze
wrinkle resistant, wash and dry linen crop pant in white with a short
stylish shirt jacket also by Fridaze. Her accessories include a Silk Roads
scarf statement piece and work of art John Michael Richards earrings.
BOTTOM LEFT: Maria Brown wears Slimsatin pant with Tummy Tamer
easy wear, retro fringed bell bottom jeans paired with a blush eyelet and
silk peasant top by M. and made In Italy She accessorized with glass
pendant and earrings by Buttercup. Capture this look at Too Hot Mamas.
BOTTOM RIGHT: Maria Brown wears Peaks Dragon Leggings from Sitka
Alaska paired with a purple Caribe tunic and Ficklesticks cherry necklace.
The Gulf Shores based shop donates a portion of the proceeds from each
Sitka Alaska leggings purchase to the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo.
TOO HOT MAMAS
Too Hot Mamas is the ideal place to find unique beach fashions perfect for the Gulf Coast area. Along with carrying the hottest trends in cloth-
ing, we also feature swim wear brands such as Maxine, Beach House, 24th & Ocean and more! Specializing in Plus and Bra Size swim wear.
» SanRoc Cay
» 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561
» (251) 974-1427
April 2020 ● Beachin’ 13CHARM BOUTIQUE
Charm is an exciting collection of contemporary clothing inspired by the feminine and bohemian styles of yesterday and modernized for today’s
trend conscious woman. Our store is located in Gulf Shores, Alabama in addition to our online store, ShopCharmBoutique.com.
Owner, Jana Porter, originally from Jackson, MS, received her B.A. in Art from Ole Miss. After graduating she moved to the beach where she
worked in interior design for several years.
Our inventory is always changing to keep up with the latest trends and designs. Visit us today to see what Charm Boutique has for you.
» 1545 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
» (251) 948-3500
TOP LEFT: Jordan McElroy is ready to an evening out in an Attitud Check,
red ruffle sleeve fitted dress by She & Sky with gold pearl hoops.
TOP RIGHT: Jordan McElroy wears oversized Victoria Paper Bag Pants
in cobalt blue linen with a tie detail in front and pockets by Do & Be
Collection ($59) and fitted ivory ribbed cotton tank with wood buttons.
Accessories by Charm Boutique include Mizzihippi earrings, square brass
necklace and mustard bag.
RIGHT: Jordan McElroy is ready for warmer weather in the Start of
Summer Stripe Jumpsuit from Skies Are Blue. The ensemble features a
rounded, yet V-neck neckline, adjustable straps, with crochet detail in the
center and around the waist. The outfit also features a stretchy, smocked
back that does a little twist, and of course pockets. Jordan pairs this with
a fan out necklace and cognac tote.
14 Beachin’ ● April 2020LEFT: Wildflowers Boutique is located at The Commons Shopping Center
in Orange Beach, and is locally owned and operated by mother/daughter
duo Terri Long (left) and Candice Duncan (right).
Candice Duncan wears white flares by Unpublished with an Others
Follow tie back tank, available at Wildflowers Boutique.
Teri Long wears light washed black Free People denim with a Mink Pink
white button top paired with fun one of a kind jewelry, each available at
Wildflowers Boutique.
BOTTOM LEFT: Ally Reid is read for sun and adventure in this tropical
print Sadie & Sage strapless jumpsuit and fun tassel earrings.
BOTTOM RIGHT: Bailey Kennon (left) wears a Buddy Love gold-threaded
dress featuring an elastic waistline, V-neck with string to be tied, and a
ruffled bottom and bell sleeves. Perfect for any occasion and available
at Wildflowers Boutique. She and Teri Long (right) spent the morning
relaxing at Fisher’s at Orange Beach Marina, named one of the South’s
Best Restaurants for 2019 by Southern Living.
WILDFLOWERS BOUTIQUE
Wildflowers Boutique is Locally Owned & Operated by
Mother/Daughter Duo, Terri and Candice. They have been providing fabulously fun fashion in Orange Beach since 2009. Wildflowers Boutique
offers the most original and unique selection of clothing, jewelry, handbags, shoes, accessories, and gifts for all ages. Each item is handpicked by
Terri & Candice. We carry a limited quantity of each item, and with new merchandise arriving daily,
our selection is always changing!
Voted Best of Big Beautiful Baldwin 2020 Best Boutique at the Beach & Women’s Clothing
» 25910 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL 36561
» (251) 981-WILD (9453)
April 2020 ● Beachin’ 15THE ORIGINAL OYSTER HOUSE TRADING COMPANY
The Original Oyster House Trading Company features a great selection of unique gifts, candles, t-shirts, seaside jewelry, Tervis tumblers, beach
accessories, children’s toys and much more! If you are a fan of the Original Oyster House restaurant, you don’t want to miss an opportunity to
bring the culture home. Be sure to check out the latest Original Oyster House collectible t-shirts as well as Joe & Dave’s sauces and seasonings.
» Original Oyster House Boardwalk, 701 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, Alabama 36542
» (251) 948-2445
TOP LEFT: Brendle Cojocari enjoys a game of cornhole while with
friends in the courtyard at Fisher’s at Orange Beach Marina. Brendle
wears a tie-dye Gulf Shores sweatshirt and carries her go-to summer
Bogg Bag in teal. Accessories include tie dye earrings with gold
accent and five gold bangle bracelets. Each item is available at
Oyster House Trading Company.
TOP RIGHT: Brendle Cojocari enjoys hanging out and playing corn hole
with her friends at Fisher’s at Orange Beach Marina. Brendle wears a
purple Gulf Shores t-shirt and carries her go to summer Bogg Bag in teal.
Accessories include tie dye earrings with gold accent and five gold ban-
gle bracelets. Find all this and more at Oyster House Trading Company.
RIGHT: Brendle Cojocari’s shirt says it all, Sun’s Out, Fun’s Out! The jeep fun
chalky mint shirt is paired with cute wicker hoops with a palm leaf detail.
Find them at the Oyster House Trading Company.
16 Beachin’ ● April 2020BOTTOM LEFT: Dawn Mainsbridge (left) is ready for a day on the links
in golf attire from Lilly Pulitzer’s Activewear collection wearing custom
color prosecco pink Frida Ruffle Polo featuring UPF 50+ protection. Both
top and pants are Lilly’s exclusive LUXLETIC fabric which blends function
and fashion. Corso Golf Pants are also a Lilly Pulitzer custom print from
the Spring 20 Collection. The white zip up long sleeve fleece jacket with
gold zipper is available in Resort White. The accessories are Blowfish gold
metallic slides and Floats Polarized sunglasses. Find all of these items and
more at Beach House Boutique.
Robin Mills is also wearing a Lilly Pulitzer short sleeve V-Neck Tee in
“Myrtle Green” with a Tammy skort in the top-selling, Spring print
“Hanging Around” featuring: monkeys and palm trees, embellished with
white trim. The color block sweater wrap is also a Lilly Pulitzer design
and the ensemble and topped off with Rousseau Sandal featured in ABOVE: Robin Mills, owner of Beach House Boutique (left) wears a
Green. cheetah print shirt by Bleu swimwear over a textured black two-piece
bandeau bra top with gold buttons from Lauren by Ralph Lauren Swim-
BOTTOM RIGHT: Robin Mills and Dawn Mainsbridge wait for their table wear and gold slides with espadrille wedge from Blowfish shoes Gold
at Fishers Upstairs, an upscale yet comfortable fine dining experience. leather wristlet from Lilly Pulitzer. Her accessories include a handy, vaca-
Robin (left) wears a palm printed travel dress for summer in a sleeveless tion-ready phone/wallet combination. Dawn Mainsbridge (right) wears
easy A-line from LULU B clothing with a frayed, white cotton jacket a zebra one shoulder, one-piece swimsuit by La Blanca that flows easily
also from LULU B.Dawn (right) wears a Tribal Sportswear wide leg navy from boat to dinner with the addition of black silk flowy Palazzo pants
striped pants with a high rise and belt with a solid Nautical 3/4 sleeve from Tempo Paris. Her outfit features silver earrings from the Brighton
top with gold buttons. jewelry collection, all available at Beach House Boutique.
BEACH HOUSE BOUTIQUE
Robin Mills, Owner and Lifestyle Coordinator of the Beach House Boutique is a former New Yorker and graduate of the Fashion Institute of
Technology. Robin opened the Beach House Boutique in 2007, with her mother, Joan Mills, and together with their fashion and merchandising
backgrounds developed a year round resort-wear shop for the beach lifestyle.
» 3800 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Suite 320, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
» (251) 948-7467
April 2020 ● Beachin’ 17ABOUT THE PHOTOSHOOT
Beach fashions shot on location courtesy of Fisher’s and Orange Beach Marina
Sun-kissed days and warm, summer nights are always a delight here
Featured in
As a premier marina on the Gulf Coast, Orange
Beach Marina offers a safe, fully protected
harbor with 161 slips available and fami-
ly-friendly environment for all types of boaters.
Conveniently accessible from the Gulf, Tennes- Fisher’s at Orange Beach Marina houses two
see-Tombigbee, Intracoastal Waterway, Mobile restaurants under one roof, each devoted to
or Pensacola Bay, their state-of-the-art docks, creating mouthwatering cuisine that comple-
two on-site restaurants, and exceptional laun- ment the two waterfront dining experiences:
dry and shower facilities offer guests a pleas- Upstairs and Dockside, both of which are
ant experience without leaving the marina. recommended by Southern Living by naming
Fisher’s At Orange Beach Marina One of the
27075 Marina Road, Orange Beach, AL 36561 South’s Best Restaurants for 2019.
251-981-4207
251-981-2094 fax 27075 Marina Road, Orange Beach, AL 36561
info@orangebeachmarina.com Call 251-981-7308 Dockside or 251-981-7305 Upstairs
www.orangebeachmarina.com www.FishersOBM.com
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Sands of Time
The history of ONO Island
There are many small islands in the area In the early 1950s, Dr. Garrett started trying to work
which add to the “feel” of Orange Beach as a with the States of Florida and Alabama to get a bridge at
tropical resort. The largest of these is ONO Alabama Point. He was a smart man, and he knew the
Island. It is located on Old River just north of only way to develop the Island was to get a bridge over the
Gulf Beach. It is the largest Island in Orange Pass. Since the State line was at the present Flora-Bama,
Beach, approximately 7.5 miles long. It is a Alabama officials told the Florida officials they would
very upscale place, but it was not always that Long extend their line to the Pass if they helped build the Bridge.
way. Negotiations did not go well as both States were claiming
Before the 1950s, George Kee and his brother Harville the Island.
raised about 5,000 goats on the island. The brothers were Some say that’s how the Island got its name with each
bridge tenders in the area. They lived in a small shack saying ‘ OhNO’, the island is ours.
and sold goats for milk and meat. According to Clifford
Callaway, when his Father needed milk or meat, he would Local historian Margaret Childress Long moved to Orange
tell Clifford and his brother Nolan to paddle over to the Beach from Evergreen when she was just two months shy
island and buy some from the Kee brothers. They charged of her second birthday. Although she did spend 12 years
50 cents each if you caught your own goat or one dollar if in Creola she has always called Orange Beach home.
they caught it for you. Surprisingly the locals never called Margaret and her husband Buddy live in the same house
the island Goat Island. where Margaret’s parents lived for more than 50 years. Her
The History of ONO Island ownership goes back to the dad paid $12,500 to Dr. Amos Garret of Robertsdale, her
late 1930’s. Following the Great Depression, the west end mom’s first cousin, in 1949 for the 300 ft. waterfront parcel.
of ONO Island and part of the western end of Perdido Key A teacher at Fairhope Middle and High Schools and Elberta
was bought for taxes owed by Dr. Amos Garrett and a Mr. Middle School, Margaret served the island as school board
McFall. The eastern end (a half mile) of ONO was owned representative for six years. A fisherman, hunter and farmer,
by the Golightly Family. Dr. Garrett was my cousin and was her father also owned a farm in Summerdale. Sons Wesley
a dentist in Robertsdale, and also Mayor of Robertsdale. and Brooks have turned the farm into the popular Alligator
He was known as a compassionate man with a love of his Alley tourist attraction.
community, county, State and fellow man. The land they Margaret has co-authored two books, “The Best Place to Be
bought also included large tracts of land on Alabama – The Story of Orange Beach, Alabama” and “Orange Beach
Point, around Cotton Bayou, the Catman Road area and of Alabama – A Pictorial History”
course ONO.
SUBMITTED PHOTO
ONO Island
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April 2020 ● Beachin’ 23Beach Happenings Strong spring sports season ahead for Gulf Shores and Orange Beach More than 30 sporting events take place through May 2020 As temperatures warm up along Alabama’s beaches, the • April 30 to May 2: AHSAA State Track Championship Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Sports Commission is gearing (4-7A boys and girls) up for a solid spring 2020 lineup with more than 30 events • May 1-3: NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship slated for March through May. From collegiate volleyball • May 2-3: Gulf Coast Region “BeachFest” – National and track championships to high school tournaments and Beach Tour National Qualifier an array of races, there are plenty of events for participants • May 7-9: AHSAA Regional Softball Championship and spectators alike to experience. • May 20-22: NAIA Men’s and Women’s Outdoor Track & Beth Gendler, vice president of sales for the Sports Field National Championships Commission, says sports tourism continues to grow and contributes greatly to the local municipalities’ economic For information on upcoming athletic events along impact. Alabama’s Gulf Coast, visit GSOBsports.com, or call 1-800- “Thanks to the countless athletes, coaches, families and 745-SAND. fans who travel to coastal Alabama for athletic events, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach saw $121.44 million in sports economic impact in 2019,” noted Gendler. “The genuine hospitality these visitors encounter from the front desk at their accommodations to the grocery store checkout line resonates and gives them yet another reason to return for their next family vacation.” MAJOR SPRING EVENTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: • Gulf Shores High School Gulf Coast Classic - March 30 to April 1: Gulf Coast Classic III Softball Tournament • April 9-10: AISA Outdoor Track & Field State Championship 24 Beachin’ ● April 2020
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April 2020 ● Beachin’ 27Gulf Coast Arts Alliance
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Out and About
The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is officially open
The Coastal Alabama Business Chamber and
the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce
held a ribbon-cutting with a large crowd
in attendance. As the ribbon dropped the
crowds quickly moved toward the zoo
gates. The first visitors enjoyed walking
the grounds, observing the animals in their
spacious enclosures, feeding the giraffes
and meeting the baby kangaroos.
The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is located at
20499 Oak Road East in Gulf Shores and is
open daily from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission
prices range from free for children two and
under to $19.95 for adults (13-54).
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April 2020 ● Beachin’ 33A P P E D !
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Fort Morgan introduces Escape Room
BY ALLISON MARLOW
There are bars on the windows. Around you sit a field the cannon balls on the floor, which no modern-day tourist
desk, a cannon and boxes of ammunition. can destroy.
If you look carefully among these items, you will find “We wanted to try something new to bring in the younger
clues that can lead you to freedom and help your troops crowd and to help them learn history,” said Wendy Hyatt, of
understand the defenses of Mobile Bay. Fort Morgan Historical Site. “The kids love it.”
Welcome to the Escape Room at Fort Morgan a new Those with a sharp eye and a thick knowledge of Civil
attraction at the towering fortress located at the edge of War history might recognize the portrait on the shelf of
Mobile Bay where troops hunkered during the Battle of Mary Elizabeth, a well-known Union spy in New Orleans.
Mobile Bay in August, 1864. The fort was used off and on And as it turns out, you are a spy too, hence being trapped
throughout the Spanish American War, World War I and in a secure room. A museum guide in full period costume
World War II. remains in the room to help visitors follow the clues. Hyatt
Visitors to the fort can easily envision life as an enlistee said it takes most groups about 40 minutes to gain their
huddled in the dark hallways and rooms of the imposing freedom.
brick structure. The new escape room now allows them to “There’s a lot in here to keep you occupied and to go
join those ranks. through,” she said. “Most groups turn the whole place
Each clue offers not only a path to freedom but also a brief upside-down.”
history lesson. Every item in the room is a reproduction of Currently visitors must call ahead to make reservations
authentic Civil War era relics except for the cannon and for the room, which is open Wednesdays at 10 a.m. and 2
34 Beachin’ ● April 2020p.m. The cost is an additional $25. Hyatt said the staff hopes
to open the room on the weekends during the summer
months as well.
They are most excited about the new way that visitors
are learning history.
“It’s full of lessons, fun and you get to be a spy for the day.
What’s better than that?” she said.
Want to go?
WHAT: Fort Morgan Escape Room
WHEN: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
AGES: Recommended for ages 12 and older. Minimum
4 participants, maximum 8. Depending on availability
other participants may be added to your group.
COST: $25 per person
TO BOOK: Send an email to
escaperoom@fort-morgan.org
MORE INFORMATION: http://www.fort-morgan.org/
escape-room/
April 2020 ● Beachin’ 35Crazy Sista
Cooking
with Lucy Buffett
Homeport Crab Melt
I developed this recipe when I worked 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
as a catering chef aboard the motor yacht ½ cup finely chopped green onions
Mariner III in New York. I originally used ½ teaspoon sea salt
the rich, addictive cheesy crab filling in puff ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
pastry hors d’oeuvres. It is such a versatile 1 ½ cups mayonnaise
recipe that can be used as filling, spread or 4 (8-inch) loaves New Orleans-style French bread
a dip – I love it golden, hot, and bubbling in Buffett
a small baking dish, served with crackers. Directions:
Here it works beautifully on an open-faced sandwich. My 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
mother loved this sandwich; I put it on the original LuLu’s 2. In a medium bowl, combine the crabmeat, cheese,
menu for her, and I’m glad I did because it is now one of the green onion, salt and pepper.
best-selling sandwiches at my restaurants. 3. Add the mayonnaise and mix well.
4. Cut each French loaf in half horizontally.
Homeport Crab Melt 5. Spread the crabmeat mixture generously over each
piece of bread.
Makes four sandwiches 6. Place all eight pieces on a baking sheet and bake for 15
minutes, or until the crabmeat mixture is hot and the
Ingredients cheese starts to bubble.
1 pound cooked fresh blue crab claw meat, picked 7. Turn the oven to broil and broil for a few minutes, until
through for shells, handled carefully to keep the meat in the cheese is golden brown.
big chunks
LuLu Note
I serve this “open-faced” on the French bread, but I have also made it as an hors d’oeuvre for parties on
toast points or as an individual appetizer wrapped in phyllo dough. There are many ways to serve this rich,
addictive fish.
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38 Beachin’ ● April 2020taste
of the Gulf Coast
Featuring DeSoto’s
in this issue
Cactus Cantina LuLu’s
DeSoto’s Original Oyster House
Fish River Grill Tacky Jacks
Kiva Grill at Kiva Dunes
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Large bowl of our delicious cheese dip with grilled shrimp, steak* pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole and choice oF Two (2): mexican rice, black beans, cacTus griTs or reFried beans
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jalapeños, lime juice and cilantro large 8.49 small 4.49 steak* 13.99 23.49 For Two 25.99 all Tacos are orders oF Two or Three and are served in your choice oF soFT Flour or crispy corn shell.
chicken wings cheese dip piña fajitaS includes choice oF Two (2): mexican rice, black beans, cacTus griTs or reFried beans
Eight flavorful chicken wings tossed in our unique large 6.99 | small 3.99 A cored pineapple half stuffed with grilled chicken tacos Mexicanos steak tacos
sauce, served with your choice of dressing 9.99 on a bed of sautéed bell peppers and onions 15.99 Authentic Mexican-style street tacos with carne asada, Grilled steak* tacos with pico de gallo, lettuce
Bean & cheese dip subsTiTuTe: sTeak* +3.00 | shrimp + 2.00 and cheese Two Tacos 11.99 | Three Tacos 13.99
chicken Fingers large 7.59 | small 4.59 fresh cilantro and onion on corn tortillas. Served with lime
Two Tacos 10.99 | Three Tacos 13.49
Four lightly breaded chicken strips served with fries
BeeF & cheese dip gringo tacos
and your choice of dressing 8.99 tacos de pollo Juicy grilled chicken tacos with fresh grilled pineapple and
large 7.49 | small 4.59 Juicy grilled chicken tacos with fresh pico de gallo, lettuce chorizo. Topped with raw onion and cilantro
cheese cu rds
Deep-fried to perfection and served chorizo sausage & cheese dip and cheese Two Tacos 10.99 | Three Tacos 12.49 Two Tacos 12.49 | Three Tacos 13.99
with tomato dipping sauce 6.99 large 7.99 | small 4.99 cactus tacos texas tacos
Seasoned ground beef or shredded chicken tacos One steak* taco, one grilled chicken taco,
jalapeño & cheese dip with fresh pico de gallo, lettuce and cheese one shrimp taco served with pico de gallo,
large 7.59 | small 4.79
Two Tacos 9.99 | Three Tacos 10.99 lettuce and cheese 13.49
haBanero salsa 1.99
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& al ads TradiTional plaTes are served wiTh your choice oF Two (2): mexican rice, black or reFried beans or cacTus griTs
carne asada chicken diaBlo
Grilled steak* presented on a bed of sizzling onions Grilled chicken cooked in our homemade spicy, cheesy sauce.
and bell peppers with pico de gallo, guacamole, Served with your choice of two ((2): Mexican rice, black beans,
texas fajita nachos Fajita salad piña fajitas (chicken)
lettuce and sour cream 12.49 Cactus grits or refried beans 12.49
Choice of grilled steak* , chicken or shrimp with sautéed onions and
bell peppers on a bed of refried beans in a crispy tortilla shell with enchilada sup reMe arroz con pollo
One shredded chicken, one beef, and one cheese Grilled chicken and cheese dip over a bed of Mexican rice 8.49
Nachos
lettuce, tomatoes and sour cream, drizzled with cheese 8.99
taco salad eafood enchilada topped with lettuce, tomato
and sour cream 10.49
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A large crispy tortilla shell on a bed of refried beans, filled with
lettuce, tomato, sour cream and your choice of shredded chicken or taQuitos s
ground beef with a side of our cheese dip 7.49 gulF coast triggerFish tacos Three rolled and lightly fried corn tortillas filled c
texaS fajita naChoS with seasoned shredded chicken or ground beef.
Grilled steak*, chicken and shrimp on a bed of
tortilla chips with onions and bell peppers.
house salad
Spinach, iceberg lettuce, pico de gallo, mushrooms, shredded cheese,
avocado and sour cream with your choice of dressing 5.99
seaFood Bu rrito
A blend of Triggerfish and shrimp mixed with fresh pico de gallo,
house spices and tomato salsa, then topped with cheese dip and
Local Gulf Triggerfish grilled and served on a soft flour tortilla
or crunchy corn tortilla with lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado and
honey habanero sauce. Served with your choice of two (2):
Served with pico de gallo, lettuce, sour cream,
and cheese dip 10.99
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Topped with cheese dip and sour cream 12.49 red burrito sauce. Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans hueVos rancheros
Fajita nachos
cactus grilled chicken salad
Grilled chicken over lettuce, spinach, avocado and diced tomatoes,
topped with pico de gallo 8.99 subsTiTuTe grilled sTeak* + 2.49
rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 12.99
seaFood Quesadilla
Two Tacos 11.99 | Three Tacos 13.79
shriMp diaBlo
Fried eggs over lightly fried corn tortillas,
topped with tomato-chili sauce 9.49 coBos
Grilled steak* or chicken on a bed of tortilla chips with onions Grilled shrimp and Triggerfish with fresh pico de gallo, sautéed Grilled shrimp cooked in our homemade spicy, cheesy sauce pollo cactus Melt
and bell peppers. Topped with cheese dip and sour cream 10.99 guacaMole salad onions and bell peppers. Served with sour cream, lettuce and served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Chicken breast smothered in bell peppers, served wiTh your choice oF Two (2): mexican rice, black
Guacamole with iceberg lettuce, tomatoes tomato on the side 10.49 add rice and/or beans + 2.49 Cactus grits or refried beans 12.99 onions and our cheese sauce 12.49 or reFried beans or cacTus griTs. addiTional charges For
grande sup reMe nachos and shredded cheese 4.99 sTeak*, grilled chicken or shrimp
Tortilla chips topped with black or refried beans, seasoned shriMp tacos shriMp & grits carnitas
shredded chicken or ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, caldo de caMarón (shriMp) Filled with shrimp grilled with garlic butter and topped with
A bowl of our delicious Cactus style grits mixed with our Slow-simmered pork tips cooked with sautéed onions.
Bu rrito • chile relleno • enchilada
sour cream, jalapeños and melted cheese 9.99 Shrimp cooked in hot sauce with Mexican rice, seasoned jumbo shrimp 9.49 Served with fresh tortillas, lettuce, guacamole, taMale • taco • chalupa • tostada
lettuce, pico de gallo, avocado and honey habanero sauce.
sub sTeak* or grilled chicken 1.99 onions, mushrooms, cilantro and slices of avocado.
bowl 8.99 • cup 4.99
Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, shriMp cocktail pico de gallo and sour cream 12.99
any one any two
nachos Cactus grits or refried beans Shrimp in our cocktail sauce. Served chiMichanga plate 7.99 9.49
cheese nachos 5.99 cheese & bean 6.49 caldo de pollo Two Tacos 11.49 | Three Tacos 13.49 with fresh avocado and crackers 12.99 A large flour tortilla stuffed with beef or
cheese & beeF 7.49 cheese & shredded chicken 7.99 Authentic Mexican style chicken soup shredded chicken, then lightly fried 9.99
any three
*These iTems are cooked To order: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your 10.49
cheese, beeF & bean 7.49 bowl 6.99 • cup 3.99 add sTeak* or grilled chicken + 1.99
risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have a medical condition.
Burritos Desserts la
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texas Bu rrito A dessert sampler of ice cream A traditional sponge-based custard
Large flour tortilla stuffed with grilled steak*, chicken and and churros. Serves four 8.99 with a sweet filling 5.49
BeeF or shredded
shrimp, grilled onions and bell peppers, covered in our cheese california burrito
sopapilla 2.99 Fried cheesecake chicken taco 2.49
dip and salsa. Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican With ice cream 4.79 chiMichanga
rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 11.99 With strawberry sauce 7.49
BeeF or shredded
cactus grilled Bu rrito chu rros 4.99 chicken enchilada 2.59
Bu rrito Mexicana chocolate taco
Ground beef or shredded chicken rolled in a flour tortilla,
Large flour tortilla with grilled steak* or chicken and covered Fried Chocolate dipped grilled chicken taco 2.99
with our cheese dip. Served with your choice of two (2): ice creaM 4.29 ice cream taco 5.49
covered with cheese and topped with lettuce and sour grilled steak* taco 3.49
Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 9.49
cream. Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican rice,
triggerFish taco 3.49
black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 9.49
California Burrito ruM sisters twisted shriMp taco 3.49
Bu rrito ranchero Grilled steak* or chicken, Mexican rice, black or refried Gourmet alcohol infused cakes sista
Large flour tortilla filled with grilled steak* or chicken, grilled from orange beach! Ask your server Dark chocolate, Kahlúa gringo taco 3.49
beans and your choice of mild or hot salsa rolled in a large
onions, peppers and topped with our zesty ranchero salsa and for this weeks special flavor! and white rum 6.49 BeeF Bu rrito 2.99
flour tortilla. Topped with cheese dip, sour cream
melted cheese. Served with your choice of two (2): Mexican
rice, black beans, Cactus grits or refried beans 10.99
and avocados 13.49 grilled steak* Burrito 7.49
grilled chicken
ids ’ Menu Bu rrito 5.99
chile relleno 3.49
VegetaRian For children 12 years and younger. includes soFT drink or Tea
grilled chicken
grilled steak* strips 7.99
or
shriMp 6.99
(dine-in only). add 2.00 For adulTs
BeeF or chicken
Veggie Fajitas spinach enchiladas cactus Fingers Mini Quesadillas chiMichanga 7.99
Grilled tomatoes, spinach, broccoli, mushrooms, green and Two enchiladas filled with sautéed spinach and tomatoes Chicken fingers with fries 5.99 Kid-sized quesadillas stuffed with
red bell peppers and onions. Served with Mexican rice, and topped with enchilada sauce. Served with your choice cheese and chicken or ground
taco
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beans, lettuce, sour cream, guacamole and pico de gallo of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cactus grits beef and served with your choice
Chicken or beef taco served with
accompanied with flour tortillas 9.99 For Two 17.99 or refried beans 7.99 of two (2): Mexican rice, beans,
your choice of two (2): Mexican
Cactus grits or fries 5.99
spinach and MushrooM cactus Veggie Bu rrito rice, black beans, Cactus grits
Quesadilla Seasoned mixed veggies wrapped in a large flour or refried beans 5.99 cactus
tortilla, topped with sour cream and avocado. Served with Mini Bu rrito aVocado slices 2.69
Flour tortilla stuffed with melted cheese, sautéed spinach enchilada Meal
and mushrooms with sour cream, lettuce and tomatoes your choice of two (2): Mexican rice, black beans, Cheese, chicken or beef enchilada
Beef or shredded chicken burrito diced toMatoes .99
served on the side 7.49 add rice and/or beans + 2.49 Cactus grits or refried beans 8.49 served with your choice of two
served with your choice of two
(2): Mexican rice, beans, Cactus
onions .99 lettuce .99
(2): Mexican rice, beans, Cactus
grits or fries 5.99
grits or fries 5.99 salsa Verde .99
subsTiTuTe sTeak* or grilled Mexican rice 1.99
Quesadill as
Mini nachos chicken for 1.50.
Cheese and chips nachos 5.99 Black Beans 1.99
reFried Beans 1.99
cactus style
served wiTh leTTuce, TomaToes, sour cream and cheese. add rice and/or beans + 2.49
texas Fajita Quesadilla shriMp Quesadilla
BeveRages cheese grits 1.99
rice & Beans 3.99
Grilled steak*, chicken and shrimp with sautéed onions and Grilled shrimp served inside a flour tortilla with melted cheese.
peppers served inside a flour tortilla with melted cheese 11.49 Served with lettuce, sour cream and tomatoes 10.99
pico de gallo 1.79
shredded cheese 1.49
grilled chicken
texas fajita quesadilla
or steak Quesadilla scoop oF haBanero .99
Grilled chicken or steak* served inside a flour tortilla jalapeños .99
with melted cheese. Served with lettuce, sour cream 3849
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and tomatoes 9.49
coke | diet coke | tea | dr pepper tortillas 1.49 gulf
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Grilled steak* or chicken with sautéed onions and peppers. sprite | BarQ’s root Beer | leMonade
*These iTems are cooked To order:
Served inside a flour tortilla with melted cheese 10.49 orange Fanta | Mello yello | coFFee Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry,
shredded chicken 6.49 seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase
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44 Beachin’ ● April 2020138 West 1st Ave
Gulf Shores, AL
251-948-7294
www.Desotosseafoodkitchen.com
Seafood Kitchen
SALADS Broiled Seafood Platter
Lunch Menu Dressings: Honey-Mustard, Ranch, Bleu Stuffed Shrimp
HOME-STYLE LUNCH SPECIALS Cheese, Italian, Thousand Island, French, Mahi-Mahi
(Served with your choice of two side dishes) Low-Fat Ranch, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Yellow-Fin Tuna
Saturday & Sunday - Add $1.00 Balsamic Vinegar, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Tilapia
Fried Shrimp - tail less Sesame Asian, Oil & Vinegar Grouper
Blackened Catfish Riviera Salad Snow Crab Legs
Fried Catfish - with pecan chicken tenders Royal Reds - 3/4 lb.
Broiled Flounder - with chicken tenders Combo - 1/2 lb. Each
Fried Flounder - with boiled shrimp Crab Cakes - 2 cakes
Grilled Chicken - with grilled or blackened chicken PASTA
Chicken Creole Caesar Salad Fettuccini Alfredo
Fried Chicken Tenders - w/grilled or blackened chicken - w\grilled or blackened chicken
Country Fried Steak - w/boiled shrimp - with shrimp or crawfish
Hamburger Steak Gumbo & Salad - a cup of Seafood Gumbo Basil Pesto Pasta
Pork Chops and our - with Roma Tomatoes
Country Ham Bisque & Salad - with grilled chicken
Vegetable Plate SEAFOOD FAVORITES - with shrimp
SANDWICHES (Served with your choice of two side dishes) SIDE DISHES
(Served with french fries) Add House or Caesar Salad Fried Green Tomatoes ~ Green Beans
Complimentary Ice Tea and Bread Served Substitute Salad for side dish Turnip Greens ~Sweet Potato Casserole Corn
Fried Butterfly Shrimp Fritters ~ French Fries
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Add House or Substitute Salad for side dish Fried Oysters Au Gratin Potatoes ~ Steamed Veggies
Po-Boy Sandwich Fried Crab Claws Kernel Corn ~ Yellow Rice
Cheeseburger *Coconut Shrimp Black-Eyed Peas ~ Cole Slaw
Crab Cake Po-Boy Grilled Shrimp Lima Beans ~ Macaroni & Cheese
*Monte Cristo Sandwich Fried Seafood Platter
SEAFOOD PLATTERS
Dinner Menu (Served with your choice of two side dishes) New Orleans Catch
STARTERS Shrimp Lover’s Platter Mediterranean Catch
Oysters on the Half Shell Fried Seafood Platter Caribbean Catch
1/2 dozen ................1 dozen Broiled Seafood Platter *Pecan Encrusted Catch
Southern Style Crab Cakes Creole Platter *Paneed Catch
Shrimp Remoulade Caribbean Platter LAND LOVER’S FARE
Crab, Spinach & Artichoke Dip Crab Platter (Served with your choice of two side dishes)
Coconut Shrimp SEAFOOD SPECIALTIES Hawaiian Rib-eye - (12 oz.)
Stuffed Mushrooms (Served with your choice of two side dishes) - add jumbo grilled or fried shrimp
Alligator Bites Stuffed Shrimp Jamaica-Jerk Chicken
Fried Crab Claws 1/2 lb Shrimp Scampi Grilled Chicken Breasts
1 lb Blackened Catfish Fried Chicken Tenders
Tuna Dip Coconut Shrimp PASTA
Sweet Potato French Fry Basket Grilled Shrimp Fettuccini Alfredo
Fried Green Tomatoes Shrimp Creole - with grilled or blackened chicken
GUMBO & SOUP Crawfish Etoufee - with shrimp or crawfish
Seafood Gumbo cup Crab Cake Dinner Scallops Alfredo
bowl STEAMED SEAFOOD Shrimp & Pasta Marsala
Crab & Shrimp Bisque cup (Served with new potatoes & one side) Basil-Pesto Pasta
bowl Snow Crab Legs - 2 lbs. - with grilled chicken
FRIED SEAFOOD FAVORITES Royal Red Shrimp - 1 lb. - with shrimp
(Served with your choice of two side dishes) Combo - 1/2 pound Royal Reds & 1 pound SIDE DISHES
Butterfly Shrimp Snow Crab Substitute House or Caesar Salad
Tail-less Shrimp TONIGHT’S CATCH for a Side Dish
Bon Secour Oysters (Served with your choice of two side dishes) Sweet Potato Casserole ~ Cole Slaw
Crab Claws Choose from the following preparation styles: Baked Potato ~ Steamed Vegetables
Fried Fish of the Day Fried Catch Yellow Rice ~ French Fries
Shrimp & Flounder Blackened Catch Fried Green Tomatoes
Shrimp & Oysters Grilled Catch
Fried Catfish Broiled Catch46 Beachin’ ● April 2020
April 2020 ● Beachin’ 47
48 Beachin’ ● April 2020
April 2020 ● Beachin’ 49
50 Beachin’ ● April 2020
April 2020 ● Beachin’ 51
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