This Chick's Kitchen

There was also a gluten-free biscuit that changed my mind about gluten-free breads.  Often, gluten free breads fall flat and are just sort of "off" when it comes to texture.  This biscuit was soft and fluffy and had amazing flavor.  It is a game-changer as far as I'm concerned.  Being from the south, I have had my fair share of biscuits.  The gluten-free version at This Chick's Kitchen hold their own with some of the best of them.  To complement both of these gluten-free baked goods was an amazing vegan cinnamon butter.  I don't understand what sorcery was used to conjure up such a rich and flavorful "butter" without the use of any diary, but it certainly won me over.  It was creamy, buttery, and rich.  It was perfect on both the muffin and the biscuit.  I could use a jar of that in my fridge at home…yum!



Needless to say, I was thoroughly impressed with This Chick's Kitchen.  It is the perfect location for beach goers looking to grab a light lunch after a day in the sun.  It is also a quick and healthy lunch break option for those seeking a respite in the middle of their work day.  The atmosphere is warm, friendly, and earthy, much like Chef Rosaria herself.  The food is artful, inspired, and healthy.  And the sky is the limit as far as food goes.  You have the flexibility to pick what you want to eat, made with some of the best ingredients around.

Don't be scared of the carte-blanch style menu offered at This Chick's Kitchen.  The lack of a rigid menu and structured guidelines may seem daunting at first, especially in this age of pre-made, pre-packaged convenience food.  But what that really means is that you are getting the freshest seasonal, local ingredients possible.  Chef Rosaria scours local markets and frequents area farms to bring amazing food to the masses.  She is happy to help folks craft their perfect meal and to customize their food to meet their own dietary needs.  She can't wait to share her food with everyone in town.  So stop by her cozy new spot next time you're out at the beach.  Grab a healthy lunch, down a ginger shot, and settle in to recharge your body and your soul.

Rhonda Kovar is a former call center manager turned stay-at-home mom. She grew up in the heart of North Carolina and moved to Florida after getting hitched in 2002. She is a graduate of Lenoir-Rhyne University and a lover of all things crafty, musical, or edible. Rhonda loves finding new and delicious ways to turn her two tiny picky eaters into future foodies. You can follow her on Instagram.