Butter Up

A new Airstream is popping up unique flavors of a favorite snack

By Margaret Abrams

Airstream Row seems to offer everything a vacationer could dream of, from hot dogs to crepes. But now, there’s a new kid on the block, and it’s serving up the popcorn of your wildest dreams. Hunter Davis, the Panhandle native behind personal chef service The Dish and the Spoon, and owner of Odd Pelican Beer, introduces another innovative venture. Hunter, who’s father Larry Davis works with Seaside Group Sales and Cottage Rental Agency (and happens to be town founder Robert Davis’ half-brother, guaranteeing it’s a family business), grew up in the area and is constantly thinking of fresh, fun ways to upgrade the 30A food scene. 

The latest is Seaside Pop, serving up a wild variety of gourmet popcorn flavors. The idea was masterminded by General Manager of Seaside Community Development Corp. Kevin Boyle, who was inspired by his love of popcorn and his frequent visits to Walt Disney World. 

“We have been making popcorn at our house for years and eventually began making our own seasonings,” Hunter, a dad of two who lives in Santa Rosa Beach, told The Seaside Times. Hunter’s Airstream trailer offers hot, fresh popcorn along with a wide variety of homemade seasonings, including dill pickle, ranch, cajun, white cheddar, parmesan and thyme, as well as kettle corn for those who like their popcorn a little sweet. The trailer, which is the same style as the Amavida Donut trailer, will also offer Mexican Coke, Sprite and Fanta in glass bottles, as well as Topo Chico and bottled water.

Eventually the Airstream will offer collectible Seaside Pop! Seasonings to take home so everyone can appreciate the funky flavors anytime. They will also offer collectible branded popcorn buckets for movie nights on the Seaside Amphitheater lawn. Guests can choose between regular and large popcorn, and butter is optional. And for just one dollar more, you can upgrade the regular popcorn with the seasonings.