An Evening on the Destin Harbor

Living with a Destin photographer provides the perfect excuse for heading to the Destin Harbor on a beautiful evening. In the name of "work" we often pack up the equipment and head to our new favorite hangout - the boardwalk by Lucky Snapper and Harborwalk Village. Lively folk are cycling and walking about as the boats come in for the evening. Fireworks are displayed on Thursday evenings around 9pm and offer a glorious close to another remarkable day in Destin Florida.

Often taken for granted, those of us who are lucky enough to live in the area year round, forget that our environment is unique and worth noting. Joe snapped these photos while I gabbed with a very personable tourist who had wandered out on a pier with her daughters to catch a better glimpse of the fireworks display. A first time visitor to the area, she had just enjoyed a family outing on one of the dolphin cruises. As I watched her sit with her children and lean against the pier, I realized that it is the spirit of Destin Florida that is most valuable. Destin offers friends and family just the right experiences to make sure that "life moments" are captured.

Thai Delights - Hidden Destin Thai Food Treasure

Off the beaten path in any tourist town, you will find the local treasures - and by that I mean... the places that locals go to eat that we know are fantastic and rarely ever mark on a map for the visitors to find. In this article, I'll only divulge one, but depending on the local outcry for my tar and feathering ... I might share others in the future.

I have been visiting Thai Delights restaurant for almost five years and to this day, I order the exact same dish every single time. It's that good. Number 51, Chicken, Medium. Ok, I ordered it Thai Hot once ... (and I'll only do that again if I ever choose to get my tongue pierced and want to make sure that I can not feel the needle going though!)

The staff is pleasurable and eager to please. A year round, small staff that works seamlessly together to provide an intimate, down home, family experience for each of their patrons. The menu is diverse and well priced with options for everyone. Seafood and vegetarian options are available, as well as old favorites like Thai Beef Salad and Pad Thai. The spring rolls are fresh and crunchy with delightfuly light sauce for dipping.

I bring my children regularly and they devour the Chicken Satee with peanut sauce for dipping. A seperate children's menu is not available, but it is a comfortable atmosphere for the entire family. The dining room is a nice size, but large parties should call ahead.

Small touches include linen napkins and drinks are served in wine goblets, irregardless of the content ... even diet coke feels like a treat. Be patient, even if the dining room doesn't look full, it does not mean the kitchen is not at full speed ahead - take out at Thai Delight is in high demand for us locals (put it this way, I have Thai Delights programmed in my cell phone). The heck with pizza, number 51 is way more satisfying!

Located on the corner of Mountain Drive and Palmetto Street, Thai Delights is a remarkable surprise offering for Destin dining. (850) 650-3945