Derek's Rustic Coastal Cuisine Grand Opening

Coconut Telegraph

Come try Derek's, a casual fun dining restaurant with rustic, coastal cuisine with a fun southern twist. Chef/owner Derek Barnes focuses on fresh seafood while offering guest a dining experience that is fresh, new, fun and casual. A semifinalist for the prestigious James Beard Best Chef South award, Derek worked with Emeril Lagasse in the kitchen of Emeril’s in New Orleans before opening his own restaurant on the SunCoast. Derek’s talent for creating unique, pleasurable dishes has earned him  the "Most Innovative Chef" title in the Best of SRQ Magazine, and the exclusive Zagat Guide,  America’s Top Restaurants listing to name a few.The venue is appropriate for the power lunch crowd, casual luncheons, those special evenings, business dinners, private parties and fit for families of all ages. Derek's also offers a private media room for pharmaceutical parties, business luncheons, business dinners, small sporting events, birthday parties, anniversaries or for that intimate gathering.

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