T
he Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen restaurant had their ribbon cutting event to
celebrate the opening of their new restaurant on the Emerald Coast, on April
26. Paula Deen was also on hand to cut the ribbon herself, do some book
signing, photo ops and chat with her fans and supporters. Destin’s Mayor,
Gary Jarvis welcomed the restaurant to Destin, and said, “It’s always good to have some
good Southern food right around the corner.” He was also joined by the area Chamber of
Commerce CEOs; Shane Moody of the Destin Chamber of Commerce, Tricia Brunson
with the Niceville Chamber and Megan Harrison with the South Walton Chamber to give
Paula Deen a rousing welcome.
Paula Deen started her restaurant in 1989 in a humble way; when she started The Bag
Lady out of her home. The Bag Lady began as a lunch delivery service with Paula’s sons,
Jamie and Bobby, delivering bag lunches to area businesses and offices around town. As
the delivery and catering businesses grew, The Bag Lady expanded in 1991 into a full
service restaurant. Now at Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen, guests will enjoy classic Deen
family recipes in a unique family-style setting just like they do in their very own homes.
The restaurant serves up endless portions of Southern-style entrees and side dishes, and
every visitor ends their meal with a dessert of their choice. The restaurant brings friends
and families together over a meal, while offering up a one-of-a-kind dining experience
you’re sure to remember.
photos & story by
Zhalman Harris
VIP Destin at Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen
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Hattie Auclair & Valerie Sims
Renee Groom & Jackie Kirley
Charlee Mullen & Gale Smith
Brooke Zannis & Susan Kesel
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