Well, times do change. The first time I heard the term “Redneck Riviera”, I had recently moved to Atlanta and was discussing going to the Gulf Coast of Florida. I was informed that it was a familiar term for southerners to use, not yankees. With my New York accent in full bloom, I decided the last thing I needed was trouble, and the area was the gulf coast for the next 10 years.

Now the travel section of the New York Times has this headline.

In Seaside, Fla., Goodbye Stuffed Flounder, Hello Foie Gras

By JULIA REED

These days, the area known as the Redneck Riviera is a lot more riviera than redneck, especially when it comes to dining.

WOW!

The area has always had its fancy pockets, we used to enjoy a very elegant time in Destin. But for the New York Times to make this reference is almost tough for this converted Yankee to take. My their nose is long.