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Must-Try Restaurants in Jax

December 1, 2016 0 Comments

Jacksonville is continuously developing it’s food scene by adding more excellent restaurants that would bring more diverse flavors. If you’re a foodie, you would certainly feel more happy to be able to head down to Jacksonville. Here are must-try restaurants that you should never miss:

Black Sheep Restaurant

1534 Oak St
Jacksonville, FL 32204
Riverside

The term “black sheep” might not be positive for some people but take this restaurant more differently. This hip and modern restaurant can provide you with excellent service and a fun atmosphere. Their poutine is divine as well as their beet salad. To add more good points, you can choose to sit at the rooftop and enjoy the view whether it’s during the day or at night.

Chomp Chomp

4162 Herschel St
Jacksonville, FL 32210
Westside

Once a food truck becomes a restaurant, things get more awesome. Their panko crusted
chicken sandwich with curry fries seem to be one of the crowd’s favorite. You can also take a bite of their Philadelphia Experiment which will make you come back for more! The price is also affordable especially for those with a tight budget.

The Bearded Pig

1224 Kings Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32207
San Marco, Southbank

It’s a relatively new restaurant that’s been catching attention lately due to their excellent service and great BBQ! You can enjoy some outdoor seating while gobbling down on their Bearded Poutine. Their brisket is a must-try and you have a wide choice of beers from the local breweries.

Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse

4483 Southside Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32216
Southside

This might be a bit pricey but you will have various choices which is worth every penny. If you have something to celebrate, this would be perfect for a special occasion. Aside from meat, they do have a salad bar which has a variety of fresh salads, dressing, cheese and so on. Be sure to take your whole appetite with you so that you can have all the meat you can eat!

Urban Corner

820 Lomax St
Jacksonville, FL 32204
Riverside

If you want some authentic Asian flavors, you can head down to this restaurant and satisfy your craving! This restauran generally serves Korean, Vietnamese and other basic Asian dishes such a hot pot. Most items are comforting and filling if you’re looking for something to give you a lighter mood the whole day.

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Must-Go-To Events in Jacksonville

November 6, 2016 0 Comments

Most people would not associate the word “exciting” and “entertaining” to Jacksonville, FL. However, it gets pretty exciting here in Jacksonville all year round because of the annual events that you have to experience to understand how life is in Jax. Here are some of the great annual events that you could look forward to:

Springing the Blues Festival

Every April, one of the biggest blues festivals in the country is held. You get to listen to famous blues performers for three consecutive days all for a price of none!

Jacksonville Jazz Festival

Another free festival help during Memorial Day weekend yearly. A vast number of music enthusiasts gather together at downtown Jacksonville to awe at renowned Jazz performers. What a great way to celebrate music!

World of Nations Celebration

If you want to experience traveling around the world but can’t afford doing it, you can head to Jacksonville and experience different culture at one place. Taste different food from all over the globe during this two-day celebration.

Collective Con

Get an access to public events that covers a wide range of genres such as sci-fi, anime, fantasy, gaming, horror and so much more. All these during the first weekend of April.

4th of July Firework Spectacular Riverfront Celebration

Enjoy spectacular fireworks show at the Southbank or Northbank while you listen to live music with your family or date.

Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament and Festival

Enjoy a 5-day event wth your fellow fishermen and fishing enthusiasts of all ages. You can have fun every July and even walk away with a generous prize money and bragging rights!

Community First Seawalk Music Festival

If you want to talk a closer look at the culture in Jacksonville, you can join in the celebration and mingle with the local artists and food vendors. You can enjoy all these on the Jacksonville Beach at the Seawalk Pavilion.

Jacksonville Light Parade

Watch dozens of boats get decorated with their best lights as they sail across the St. John’s River durng the weekend of thanksgiving. Expect glorious fireworks after the parade!

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Cultivate Your Love For Art in Jacksonville!

September 28, 2016 0 Comments

Jacksonville, FL is a great destination for art enthusiasts who want to deepen their passion for art and creativity. Here are some events and places that would make you fall in love in art all over again:

Art Walk

Every first Wednesday of the month, Downtown Jacksonville comes alive with a colorful and lively art scene. During the Art Walk, you would be able to mingle with local artists, galleries, enjoy live music, taste great food and even buy something unique from the art markets. Whether its raining or not, you would still have a blast!

Every second Tuesday of the month, you would take part in the Jax Beach Art Walk which shows that talent of local artists and businesses in the area. You can enjoy this with your family or with your friends!

Riverside Arts Market

From March through December, every Saturday will be filled with local farmers, artists, craft vendors and musicians. Admission is free of charge and you can enjoy a cool atmosphere and get the best artistic pieces that you won’t find anywhere.

CoRK Arts District

You can explore an over 80,000 square feet of space which is the home of artist studios and galleries. Be captivated by different artworks that span across the workhouse. Take pictures on the colorful and hip murals for a memorable moment. Access can be granted during events or by appointment.

Museums

The Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens displays the collection of Early Meissen Porcelain which is one of the top three collections of its type in the world. It also has historic gardens that would simply awe you and a nice view of the river. Kids also have a special aea where they could realize their artistic potentials.

The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville houses over 800 art works from local and renowned artists. Every exhibit will be different and you can even enter here for free during Art Walk!

The Museum of Science and History has traveling exhibits that also features Jacksonville’s history. If you and your kids are science buffs, you would definitely have a blast understanding the principles of science.

The Ritz Theatre and Museum is focused on preserving the African American culture in Northeast Florida. It displays artifacts, photographs and documents that tell the story of African Americans in Jacksonville. To make it more iconic, the renowned musician Ray Charles played the piano here when we was a teen.

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