My name is Jackie. I grew up – literally – in the restaurant industry. My mother and father owned, operated, and managed restaurants in New York. Now, after successful careers in the fire service and government, I find myself back in the thick of the food and beverage industry.Join me as I talk to local restaurant owners, food and beverage purveyors, and anyone and everyone associated with the dining experience. From the farms, ranches, docks, breweries and distilleries to the table...this is Jackie’s Emerald Coast.
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