Meet The Stray Gourmet
A local’s take on Gulf Coast dining — honest snapshots, quick reads, and food that earns its reputation.
No sponsored scripts. No influencer fluff. Just where to eat, what to order, and whether it’s worth your time.
Behind The Stray Gourmet is a registered dietitian with a background in clinical nutrition and systems-level food decision-making.
Taste matters — but so do sourcing, consistency, and how food actually lands with people over time.
Our Approach
Stray Gourmet exists to cut through the noise.
These are independent visits, real meals, and unpolished impressions — shared quickly, while they still matter. Some places surprise. Some disappoint. Both are worth documenting.
If a dish stands out, it’s because of craft, sourcing, or restraint — not trends or theatrics.
Why Stray Gourmet
Most food content sells the experience.
This documents it.
Stray Gourmet is built for locals, visitors who want to eat like locals, and anyone tired of guessing where the good food actually is.
Stray Gourmet does not accept paid placements or referral fees.
Stray Gourmet is guided by a simple philosophy: wander, observe, don’t be impressed by noise.
The name — and the mascot — come from a real feral rescue cat: observant, unsentimental, and impossible to fool.
He doesn’t care about hype. He only cares if the food delivers.
The cat is real. The standards are too.
Get in Touch
Questions, tips, or just want to chat about Gulf Coast eats? Reach out anytime.
hello@thestraygourmet.com