Research and Development at the Saint Pete Saturday Morning Market

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Back in December I mentioned to you all that my parents were coming down to Saint Pete for a visit. We had such a wonderful time and I was thrilled to host them in our my and Matt’s new home, show Morning Marketthem around the city, and take them to some of our favorite places. Everything was wonderful but I’m happy to report that my parents’ favorite thing about our time together was the same as mine: The Saturday Morning Farmer’s Market in downtown Saint Pete.

I go to the market almost every weekend. It’s open from 9AM until 2PM but honestly, the earlier you get there, the better. My mom came with me once last year but dad had never been and we both knew that he’d love it.
Every time I go to the market, I follow the same routine. As soon as I park the car, I head straight to the Havana Cafe tent and order a large cafe-con-leche. I drool a little over the scent of the most amazing pork you could ever taste, and then, coffee in hand, take a full lap (tasting every free sample along the way) before deciding where I want to grab a snack.
When Matt and I took my parents last month, we stuck to the routine. It was only natural. I had been raving about the Cuban coffee for months anyway so it was time to put it to the test – chef Dad’s taste test.

He LOVED it just as much as I do. I was so happy and excited to have been able to be there when he tasted it. I know that you’re probably wondering what the big deal is. You can get great coffee at any number of places. But there is something different about this, I swear. It’s not exactly a cafe-con-leche or a traditional cafecito, but it’s a little spin on both.

I don’t know how this magical beverage is made, and luckily, I don’t have to because I can continue to go grab a cup every weekend. And guess what?! You don’t either because as soon as my dad landed back in New York, he got to work trying to recreate it and it would appear he’s done it! Keep you eyes peeled at M&D for his version of our favorite coffee. I PROMISE, you will not be disappointed.

Rebecca McKinney

I was born a foodie. My dad is a chef, baker, and restaurant owner and my mom might as well be because she owns whatever kitchen she walks into. I grew up working in my family’s restaurant and bakery in Pawling, New York – McKinney and Doyle. I started behind the bakery counter at 12 years old after begging my parents to let me start working. At 16 I worked as a hostess. By 18 I was serving tables and training behind the bar where I then worked every other weekend throughout my college career. Even now, when I am visiting my family in New York, I help out where I’m needed. To make a long story short, the food and restaurant industry has been my life for as long as I can remember.

I wanted to create this blog for a few reasons. First and foremost, to share tips, tricks, and knowledge about the food and beverage industry in general but also to help people see a different side of the restaurant world. Every restaurant has a totally unique culture and world within it. I want to help open people’s eyes to more than how fast the service is or how easy or hard it is to secure a reservation.

So, thanks for stopping by! I welcome your ideas, input, and feedback and hope you enjoy!

Eat well & travel often,

Becky McKinney

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