Presto Reviews

If you find yourself cruising about 30 minutes outside of Panama City Beach, there is a local treasure you shouldn’t miss. Freeport Cafe is the ultimate pitstop to grab a legendary burger—and since it’s a short drive from the coast, you’ll actually have time to let it settle before hitting the sand. First Impressions (Why You Should Stop) To be completely honest? The building is a total dive. It’s small, a bit weathered, and looks like the kind of place you might drive past without a second thought. In fact, if we hadn't been absolutely starving, we might have kept right on going. The moment you step inside, the vibe shifts completely. The interior is clean, inviting, and decorated with a cozy touch that makes you feel instantly welcome. But the real giveaway that you’re in the right place? The smell. It hits you immediately—the unmistakable aroma of a grill doing exactly what it was meant to do. This cafe is clearly a neighborhood favorite. As we waited for our food, we watched o...

Since I was reviewing an art studio, I figured I’d better make the cover photo look "artsy." Back in my younger days, I used to dabble in photography, so I welcomed the excuse to dust off my creative eye. Between my past behind the lens and the fact that my wife and son both enjoy art, an art exhibit is a frequent pit stop on many of our family road trips. Naturally, when we rolled into Clarkesville, Georgia this summer, Hemlock Studio Gallery was at the top of our itinerary. More Than Meets the Eye Hemlock Studio and Gallery did not disappoint. Tucked just off the town square, it looks deceptively modest from the sidewalk. However, once you step inside, the space opens up like a creative wonderland—it’s significantly larger than the exterior lets on. The owners, who traded the rocky coasts of Maine for the Georgia hills, are a delight. They’re incredibly knowledgeable and strike that perfect "host balance": they’re happy to give you a guided tour of the highligh...