It's the Best of the Emerald Coast 2014! One of the most well respected publications in the Florida panhandle, EC Magazine reaches from Inlet Beach to Pensacola. Each June since 2000, over 20,000 readers are asked to vote in 140+ categories in their Best of the Emerald Coast Readers Choice Poll. The winners are announced in their October issue, followed by a huge celebration party. Best Local Artist was added as a category in 2012, and locals have voted Andy as the winner for three consecutive years! He’s honored to have our community recognize him in this way. (For a complete list of the Best of the Emerald Coast 2014 winners, click here.)

The 14th Annual Best of the Emerald Coast event was hosted by EC Magazine to benefit the Junior League of the Emerald Coast. Held at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin on the evening of October 25th, this popular and well attended celebration party showcased this year’s winners, including Andy. It was an evening of food, fun, fashion, and entertainment. Guests sampled from the best restaurants, shopping, and businesses on the Emerald Coast.

Andy used his booth to showcase a few of his favorite pieces of art.

Chris and Heather Thomas own Destin Vacation Boat Rentals. Heather and I have been friends since 8th grade, so it's both fun and sentimental doing these events with her.

We were excited that Dan won Best Radio Personality. I've been friends with his wife Cayce even longer than I've been friends with Heather. Living in a small community has its perks.