Perry, FL
When we told folks, both Sarasota-based friends, and new camping acquaintances, that we were headed to Perry, they wanted to know why we would bother – there was nothing really there for us.
Well, first, there’s the pulp mill. When the temperatures and weather fronts are just right, or when the wind is blowing just right, it smells up the air worse than Pittsburgh in the 1970s. This causes Kelly to turn a frightening shade of green and get really cranky. On those days, we breathe shallow and seek well-sealed rooms. Or, we just take off for the open road.
Second is Goodman’s BBQ. They don’t have a web site, but you can find them on FaceBook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Perry-FL/Goodmans-BBQ/315360204192. This is probably the best ‘Q I’ve had in my life. I know there’s more in my future, but so far, this is it. I even ate the skin on my chicken. We visited them twice, in order to sample just about all the important stuff on their menu. They even have vegan options – they make little fried bundles of goodness out of creamed corn. Melt in my mouth!
While we really stopped in Perry because it was at a Florida cross-roads and we needed to decide which way to go next, we loved what we found here. We’ve met some wonderful folks, discovered mayhaw jelly, found some great paddle spots, eaten really really good food, and found out that Kelly has a very sensitive nose.
Well, first, there’s the pulp mill. When the temperatures and weather fronts are just right, or when the wind is blowing just right, it smells up the air worse than Pittsburgh in the 1970s. This causes Kelly to turn a frightening shade of green and get really cranky. On those days, we breathe shallow and seek well-sealed rooms. Or, we just take off for the open road.
Second is Goodman’s BBQ. They don’t have a web site, but you can find them on FaceBook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Perry-FL/Goodmans-BBQ/315360204192. This is probably the best ‘Q I’ve had in my life. I know there’s more in my future, but so far, this is it. I even ate the skin on my chicken. We visited them twice, in order to sample just about all the important stuff on their menu. They even have vegan options – they make little fried bundles of goodness out of creamed corn. Melt in my mouth!
While we really stopped in Perry because it was at a Florida cross-roads and we needed to decide which way to go next, we loved what we found here. We’ve met some wonderful folks, discovered mayhaw jelly, found some great paddle spots, eaten really really good food, and found out that Kelly has a very sensitive nose.
I have eaten at Goodman's BBQ and yes it is one of the best I have ever had too........it's right next to the Hampton Inn correct???? That is a very good reason to stop in Perry, FL.
ReplyDeleteoh BBQ how I miss you!
ReplyDeleteIf you aren't near any good independent ones Sonny's is a chain in the south east but it is very very good.