Mexico Beach eNewsletter | APRIL 2025

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BEACH RESTORATION UPDATE

We are happy to report that our beach restoration project is nearing completion, and boy, do our beaches look beautiful! We are in the final stages, which include planting dune vegetation and raking. This summer, we are looking forward to a great season and hope everyone will be out enjoying our beautifully new beach. While visiting the beach, please use the marked pathways to avoid stepping on sea oats, and remember that Mexico Beach is a Leave No Trace community. For more info on the restoration project, please visit our website: MexicoBeach.com/mexico-beach/beach-restoration-project.

And the Winner Is...

Up for grabs last month was a long-sleeve fishing shirt and hat from KC Sportfishing, and the lucky winner is Lorene M. from Genoa, IL. Congrats, Lorene!

APRIL GIVEAWAY

This month’s giveaway is a waffle-knit bathrobe from Vacation Mexico Beach. Vacation Mexico Beach offers your perfect “home away from home.” Each of their properties has beautiful water views and is fully equipped with all the comforts your family needs to truly relax and enjoy your time at the beach. To place your name in the hat, send an email to Kathy at kathy@mexicobeach.com.

MEET MEXICO BEACH

This month, we want to introduce Beach Planet, a new souvenir and apparel shop. It is located on the corner of Hwy 98 and 40th Street and is open daily. It offers a large selection of beach attire, swimwear, souvenirs, and much more. Stop by, say hello, and let its friendly staff help you find that perfect token of Mexico Beach memorabilia or last-minute beach gear.

For more information on weddings or vow renewal ceremonies on the beach, visit MexicoBeach.com/weddings.

JAMIE & KATIE

We are delighted to introduce Jamie and Katie, who came from North Georgia to say their vows. They had a romantic sunset wedding and were fortunate to have a sand sculpture to commemorate their ceremony. Congratulations, Jamie and Katie!

EV CHARGING STATIONS

We have a big announcement for our electric vehicle owners! The Mexico Beach Welcome Center now offers two electric vehicle charging stations for public use. Each station provides a CCS and Chadmo charger, and fees are market price per kilowatt. The Welcome Center secured a Duke Energy grant that covered the installation of these stations. Duke Energy will oversee the maintenance and service of the stations. Next time you’re at the beach, you can recharge your vehicle while exploring the canal docks, stop by the Welcome Center, or stroll down to local shops and eateries.

FARMERS & CRAFT MARKET

APRIL 12 & 26

Come spend the morning from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Mexico Beach Farmers & Craft Market at Parker Park, located at 2500 Highway 98. Vendors will include produce, fresh jellies, one-of-a-kind crafts, and much more. Each market is sure to have new vendors, so be sure to come every time. If you’d like to be a vendor, sign up now. This market is put on by the Special Events for Mexico Beach, Inc.

UNFORGETTABLE VOW RENEWAL

APRIL 12

We cordially invite all married couples to join us for a magical celebration of love and commitment! Join us on the beach at Canal Park to celebrate generations of love with a special complimentary vow renewal ceremony. This event is open to all married couples who wish to reaffirm their vows and create lasting memories in an unforgettable setting.

READ ABOUT ALL EVENTS HERE

A FRIENDLY REMINDER:

Mexico Beach is a Leave No Trace community, and we appreciate your assistance in helping us keep our beaches clean. Any items left on the beach unattended from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. will be removed and disposed of by the City of Mexico Beach. Items include, but are not limited to, tents and tent frames, beach chairs, coolers, umbrellas, toys, etc. Also, please fill in any holes before you leave and please remain off the sand dunes and out of the sea oats to ensure their continued nourishment. There are boardwalks and walking paths that can be accessed to reach the beach. Your assistance with these requests will keep our beaches beautiful and pristine. For full details on this ordinance or questions, click here or contact City Hall at (850) 648-5700.

CRAB-STUFFED CORN MUFFINS

We publish it with the compliments of the Mexico Beach Artificial Reef Association cookbook (MBARA.org).

INGREDIENTS

8 oz cooked crabmeat
3/4 cup grated pepper jack cheese
1 1/2 Tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp Asian chili paste (Sambal)
1 tsp. fresh lemon zest
1/4 tsp Worcestershire
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 tsp. slat
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 Tbsp minced green onion
1/2 cup melted butter
Salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

Heat the oven to 375 degrees and lightly spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine crab meat, 1/2 cup pepper jack cheese, mayonnaise, chili paste, lemon zest, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Whisk flour, cornmeal, salt, and baking soda together in a large bowl. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the buttermilk, green onion, and melted butter. Whisk until combined. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, about 3/4 full. Tap the pan on the countertop to remove any air bubbles.

Scoop 1 or 2 tablespoons of the crab mixture into the center of each muffin tin. Lightly press the cream mixture into the batter. Top each muffin using the remaining 1/4 cup pepper jack cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve and enjoy!

FUNNY COOKING SAYINGS & WISDOM

SOMETIMES YOU JUST NEED A GOOD LAUGH. ENJOY THESE FUNNY QUOTES FROM COOKING WISDOM.

The first rule of cooking is to never make a dish that you can’t pronounce.

Never trust a skinny chef.

I have a passion for cooking, but that doesn’t mean I’m any good at it.

You can’t make everyone happy; you’re not an avocado.

I wish I could cook like my mom, and I’m pretty sure the fire department does too!

My cooking is fabulous—even the smoke alarm cheers me on!

Kitchens are made for bringing families together—or for screaming.

When they say, “You are what you eat,” I’m not sure how to interpret that. I guess that means I’m a pizza.

You can’t make an omelet without breaking a few eggs.

I think you really don’t want to know what goes into your food. Seriously, it’s best not to ask.

FLY-BY-NIGHT

This saying generally refers to someone who is either a swindler or an unreliable person. It’s believed to be an ancient term that described a witch who supposedly would fly at night on a broom. In the late 1800s, this expression expanded to mean someone who avoided paying bills or who did not fulfill their promises to a customer.