SCOTT BARNETT
Known for one of the largest beekeeping operations in Florida, Wewahitchka is at the heart of tupelo honey production. Famous for its distinctive taste, and made more famous by the 1997 film “Ulee’s Gold” starring Peter Fonda, tupelo honey season is just a few short weeks in May. But the sweet stuff can be found all around Wewa.
We'll stop at Smiley Honey to see how the honey is harvested, then drop by Shipwerck Raw Bar in nearby Port St. Joe to try their Bee Sting Shrimp made with Florida gulf shrimp and tupelo honey. Don't forget to save room for dessert. At Shoobie's in Port St. Joe, you can order a Wewa Sundae that's made with vanilla soft-serve topped with chopped roasted peanuts, banana chips and tupelo honey.
On the Web: Smiley Honey | Shipwreck Raw Bar | Shoobie's
PLACES TO REMEMBER
RELATED CONTENT
A Short List of Great Dining Experiences for Real Florida Flavor
- 6 minute read
By Rachelle Lucas Florida is a great destination for foodies, offering locally caught seafood, farm-fresh produce and plenty of exciting new dining...
Great Chefs are Spicing Up Menus All Over Florida
- 13 minute read
By Janet K. Keeler Florida is the third-most populated state in the country, and you can best believe all those Floridians are looking for good places...
15 Casual & Fine Dining Restaurants in Tampa
- 10 minute read
By Tom Scherberger The Tampa Bay area is a hotbed of great food experiences, from casual food trucks and late night eats to elegant fine dining. So...
Epicurean Hotel: A Feast for All Senses
- 4 minute read
By Nicole Hutcheson It’s Friday night and EDGE rooftop bar at The Epicurean Hotel is buzzing. Bartenders pour designer cocktails for...