Destin Commons Welcomes Hickory Farms

One of my fondest memories as a child was around the age of 4. My mother was a big shopper so we visited the Westland Mall in Miami, Florida often. We would pass store after store until we came across a man standing outside a red gingham tarp offering samples of smoked cheddar. I can remember passing by the stand over and over again for another taste. So my love affair with cheese began and obsession with a store called Hickory Farms.

Living in Destin for 15 + years, I resolved to the fact that I would be without some luxuries that a bigger city like Miami provides. To my surprise, every year Destin makes sure I’m a little less home sick. First the opening of Fresh Market, following up with Sephora, and now bringing back my most cherished childhood memory, Hickory Farms for the holiday season.

Hickory Farms got their start over 60 years ago in the pastoral farm country of Ohio. The value and quality of their product has not wavered. To this day Hickory Farms continues to be a favorite among gift givers all over the Country. Fortunately for me I no longer have to place my order for savory sausages, amazing cheeses, and gourmet goodies online. I can head over to the Destin Commons, literally steps away to get my smoked cheddar fix.

Gone are my youthful days when weight was not a worry and stuffing your mouth with free samples of cheese was completely acceptable. However, I guarantee I will be on a first name basis with the sales people and Hickory Farms famous smoked cheddar will be an indulgence I enjoy all season long.

Published on Friday, December 9, 2011