“Is it hard work?” asked journalists on an IFWTWA media trip to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Ala. Without a pause in her stride, 85-year-old Ms. Velma Fell replied, “I love it.”
Eighty-five-year-old Velma Fell loves shucking gulf shore oysters
The allure of eating al fresco on the beach is strong no matter what the age.
Re-imagine beach shack restaurants on Alabama’s gulf shore
Mild weather, powder white sand, blue water, butterflies and good food do create tranquility on Alabama’s gulf shore …
Fishing, cheese and sushi leads to zen on the gulf shore
With a sly smile, chef Chris Sherrill’s response to winning Gulf Shores 5th Annual Oyster Cook-off in November was, “eat oysters, love longer.” Ten restaurants along the beautiful white sands of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach epitomize both coastal food and southern hospitality.
Eat oysters and love longer in Alabama’s Gulf Shore and Orange Beach
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Even though I do’t like shell fish (something about fighting it to eat it) I have to admit the oyster plate looks yummy!
Thanks Marcia!
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