Beaches Bite By Bite
Begins:
Fri 02-23-24
Ends:
Sun 06-02-24
Take a journey through tastes and time to see how Beaches food is as diverse as the people who have called the community home throughout the years.
Many cultures have had an impact on our community’s cuisine, from the early Mocama people who first lived along the shores of the St. Johns River and the Atlantic Ocean, to the Minorcan, Danish, and Filipino residents of the Beaches.
Food is a bridge between centuries and cultures, a language spoken in spices and simmered in traditions passed from cook to cook. From the crackling fires of Timucua villages to the bustling kitchens of modern restaurants, learn how the act of preparing and sharing a meal has bound us together for generations.
Upcoming Events
Exhibit Opening Reception |February 23, 6:00 p.m.
Join Museum members, supporters, and patrons for a first look featuring a tasting and recipes from the exhibit.
Boardwalk Talk: “Living to Eat” |March 21, 6:30 p.m.
Author Jeffrey Spear of My Life in Gluttony: A Culinary Adventure will provide a glimpse into his lifetime of culinary obsessions. The culinary talk will feature foodie encounters from exotic destinations including Malawi, Lebanon, and Guyana to Jacksonville and the history of its foodways.
Jax Cooking Studio: Historic Jacksonville Restaurant Recipes
Enjoy a fun and informative evening learning how to serve up classic recipes from favorite Beaches restaurants of the past. Guests will make iconic dishes including fried chicken and biscuits from The Homestead and shrimp gumbo and bread pudding from Strickland’s Restaurant. This is a ticketed event with limited space. Registration is required.
Tuesday, April 23, 6:30-9:00 p.m.- SOLD OUT
Wednesday, April 24, 6:30-9:00 p.m.- SOLD OUT
Save Room for the Relaunch of the Beaches Museum Cookbook!
Back by popular demand, the Beaches Area Historical Society Cookbook is returning with an updated edition in 2024! Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, the cookbook will feature 140+ recipes from iconic local restaurants and community members that will appeal to every skill level. Pre-order your copy today. Local pick-up only, no shipping.
All events, except Jax Cooking Studio, are free to Museum members with a $5 suggested donation for non-members. For additional information and to pre-register for events visit our website www.beachesmuseum.org or call 904.241.5657.
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