Found 103 blog entries tagged as gulf coast.

ONO ISLAND FRIED OYSTERS IN THE SHELL WITH MAQUE CHOUX AND TOMATO JAM

Ono Island Some recipes feel like they belong on the Gulf. This is one of them: a crisp fried oyster, served inside its own shell, perched on a little spoon of creamy maque choux (that classic Louisiana corn dish), finished with a dab of tomato jam. It is salty, sweet, smoky, and bright in the same bite.

When a dish is served in the shell, it feels like a small ceremony. Coastal, intentional, and quietly impressive.

Meredith Folger Amon

If you have heard someone say "mochchoo," they are usually talking about maque choux, commonly pronounced "mock shoe" and made with corn plus the Cajun trinity (onion, bell pepper, and celery).…

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BALDWIN COUNTY, ALABAMA: 1031 EXCHANGE ATTORNEYS 


Local note from Meredith Folger Amon: A 1031 exchange is all about deadlines and documentation. I like to see investors choose counsel early, confirm who is acting as the qualified intermediary (QI), and make sure the purchase contract language supports the exchange.

1031 Gulf Coast Attorneys Tax Deferred Exchanges

Two dates drive almost every 1031 conversation: the 45-day identification window and the 180-day closing window. If your team is not organized before you sell, it can feel like a sprint with expensive consequences.

Well-known 1031 exchange attorneys and closing counsel in Baldwin County

Jule Herbert | Herbert Law Firm, LLC (Gulf Shores)

Phone: (251) 968-4764
Address: 218 Professional Ct, Gulf Shores, AL…

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Gulf Coast Ono Island Tuna Steaks over Seafood Linguine (Allo Scoglio Style)

This is the kind of dinner that feels like Ono Island at dusk: bright lemon, briny broth, glossy pasta, and tuna kissed by a hot pan, all coming together with intention. Meredith Folger Amon

When I want a dinner that exudes Gulf Grandeur without feeling fussy, I reach for a seafood linguine that yields timeless elegance, then I finish it with seared tuna steaks. The result is pitch-perfect for a relaxed evening in Ono Island or Orange Beach, especially after a breezy day on the water (my neighbors swear the best meals happen when you keep the menu simple and let the seafood shine).

This recipe is influenced by the classic “allo scoglio” approach,…

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Short-Term Rental Investing on the Gulf Coast: What I Underwrite Before I Buy

Gulf Coast Short Term Rental Properties

Short-term rentals can be wildly profitable on the Gulf Coast, but the underwriting has more moving parts than a long-term tenant property. I look at it in three layers: (1) can I legally operate it, (2) will it perform through seasonality and storms, and (3) does it still make sense as a resale asset if the market shifts.

When I’m tracking opportunities, I start with real-time inventory on www.searchthegulf.com, then I run each property through the short-term worksheet below so I can compare apples-to-apples.

A short-term rental is a hospitality business wrapped inside a piece of real estate. The home matters, but the rules, operations, and…

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Different Types of Oysters, Gulf Coast Storage Tips, and Two Favorite Ways I Serve Them in Lower Alabama


Lower Alabama oyster talk, the practical way

Oysters Lower Alabama Recipes

I get asked about oysters in Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, and Bon Secour more than you might expect. Maybe it is because oysters are part food, part tradition, part coastline aesthetics. On a cool afternoon when the air smells like bay brine and marina timbers, a good oyster can feel pitch-perfect.

"If it tastes like the tide and a clean squeeze of lemon, you are in the right place."

1) The main types of oysters you will see in the U.S.

East Coast and Gulf: Eastern oysters

Most oysters served in Lower Alabama are the Eastern oyster (Crassostrea virginica).…

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Gulf Coast Crab-Stuffed Flounder

Gulf Coast Crab-Stuffed Flounder Recipe

A classic Gulf Coast crab-stuffed flounder with buttery lemon flavor, tender baked fish, and a rich crab filling. Includes shopping tips, make-ahead notes, and wine pairings.

When I want a dinner that feels unmistakably coastal, I come back to crab-stuffed flounder. It’s one of those Gulf Coast plates that yields timeless elegance without trying too hard: delicate fish, sweet crab, and that warm, buttery lemon finish that makes the whole kitchen smell like a marina breeze mixed with something a little more refined.

“If it tastes like the Gulf and the butter doesn’t bully the crab, you nailed it.”

— A neighbor’s rule of thumb I keep on repeat

Why this recipe works on the Gulf Coast

Flounder…

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Gulf Coast Sheepshead With Lemon-Caper Butter | Orange Beach, Alabama Recipe


Gulf Coast Sheepshead With Lemon-Caper Butter: Seasonal Cooking From Orange Beach, Alabama



Sheepshead Fish Recipe Gulf Coast Lemon Caper Butter

On the inshore waters of Orange Beach, Alabama, sheepshead might just be one of the most misunderstood fish we catch. Around the docks and cleaning tables, I have heard it all. I have listened to people say, “They are so hard to clean that they cannot be worth it,” and then in the next breath someone else whispers, “Sheepshead is one of the best-tasting fish in the Gulf if you take the time to do it right.”

Recently, a neighbor pulled into the drive after fishing the bridges and pilings near Perdido Pass. He walked up with a small cooler and said, “We did a little…

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GULF COAST POMPANO: FROM SURF TO SKILLET ON THE ALABAMA SHORE


Orange Beach Alabama Pompano Fish


On a clear afternoon along the sugar-white beaches of Orange Beach, I watched a neighbor ease a silver pompano from the surf and slide it into the cooler. That evening, we grilled those fillets with lemon and herbs, and the fish practically melted on the fork. Since then, pompano has become one of my favorite ways to taste the Gulf at home, whether I am cooking in a waterfront condo kitchen or a quiet canal-side home.

In this article, I want to share three things I am constantly asked about: how to say “pompano,” when and where we target them along the Gulf Coast, what kinds of boats work well for chasing them, and a simple, elegant recipe you can recreate in your own…

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Roasted Garlic: My Favorite Gulf Coast “Secret Ingredient” for Easy, Elevated Meals


By Meredith Folger Amon, Licensed In Alabama and Florida.

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Roasted garlic is one of those small, simple things that makes a home feel instantly more inviting. The aroma alone is worth it: warm, mellow, and a little sweet, like something good is always happening in the kitchen. When I’m showing homes in Orange Beach or talking through kitchen upgrades with homeowners on Ono Island, I’m always reminded how the best spaces aren’t just beautiful, they’re functional. Roasted garlic is my go-to staple for quick coastal meals, last-minute entertaining, and “I want this to taste…

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SOULFUL GULF COAST WINTER SEAFOOD & TOMATO SOUP

On chilly winter evenings along the Alabama Gulf Coast, I crave something that feels light in the bowl but still deeply satisfying. This simple seafood soup is my answer. It has a clean tomato base, fragrant fennel and herbs, and just enough Gulf seafood to make it feel special without weighing you down.

Cooking on the Gulf Coast Alabama Recipes

I love a recipe that comes together in one pot after a full day showing waterfront homes in Orange Beach and along the back bays. Neighbors will often mention they want “healthy, not heavy” when it comes to Gulf Coast cooking, and this soup fits that balance beautifully.

Recipe Snapshot

Recipe Name: Soulful Gulf Coast Winter Seafood & Tomato Soup
Style: Light, tomato-based seafood soup…

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