Good food. Good company. That’s what it’s all about.
From beach rentals to backyard weddings, we show up with fresh food, local flavor, and everything you need to feed a crowd.
Our Mission: Real Food, Gulf Coast Style
At Chef Ant’s Catering, our mission is simple — feed people right and make it easy. We serve vacationing families, beach house groups, and locals from Navarre to Panama City Beach with hearty, no-nonsense meals that bring folks together. From seafood boils to smoked meats and taco night, it’s all made fresh, served with a smile, and built around what your crew wants. No suits, no stress — just good food and good people, Gulf Coast style.
Our Services
Chef Ant’s Signature Style: Family-style buffet, casual picnic vibe, full bellies and happy guests.
I’m not here to give you some uptight restaurant experience — I’m here to bring the family together, fill the house with laughter and good food, and take the stress off your plate. I specialize in real food for real people — cooked fresh, served with a smile, and tailored to your group.
Chef Anthony Turchia
Owner of Chef Ant’s Catering
Menu Options
Start with an idea like BBQ, brunch, or Italian night — then we’ll build your custom menu.
Italian Night
Old-school favorites and handmade pasta that always hit the spot.
Gulf Coast BBQ
Grilled classics, handmade fries, crispy sides, and backyard BBQ vibes.
Seafood & Boils
Piled-high Gulf Coast seafood with all the fixin’s.
TaCO nIGHT
Build-your-own tacos with bold flavors and endless toppings.
Smoked Meats
Low and slow with big flavor — straight from the smoker to your plate.
Brunch
Easygoing morning favorites made fresh and served hot.
What Guests are Saying
“We had a lovely evening! The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Chef Ant was punctual, tidy and very polite. He prepared a meal that was not only delicious but looked beautiful. A whole smoked fish caught in the Gulf earlier in the day, served with cauliflower mash and roasted brussels sprouts. I would definitely recommend and look forward to our next meal!!”
Fort Walton Beach, FL – June 2025
Emma Hart
“Chef Ant has rolled out many custom menus over the years and our family has loved all of them. Thanksgiving has been our favorite. The smoked turkey and sweet potato casserole are my personal favorites. We look forward to the next menu drop Chef Ant!”
Fort Walton Beach, FL – May 2025