Ever wished you could sneak away to the Caribbean without leaving Springfield? That’s exactly the vibe Greg Walker is serving up at Palm & Paddle. 🌴 

Joy Robertson sits down with Greg to hear how a hotel owner who swore he’d never open a restaurant ended up creating a tropical getaway right here in Springfield. From jerk chicken and coconut shrimp to their famous Rasta Pasta and tacos that nearly won it all at a local competition, Palm and Paddle is bringing sunshine and spice to the Ozarks.

Greg also spills on the challenges of being a first-time restaurateur, why his mom’s key lime pie gets rave reviews (even from Floridians), and how live music, rum flights, and happy hour make this spot feel like a vacation close to home. Pull up a chair, grab a cocktail, and get ready for some Caribbean flair, Ozarks-style. 🍹✨

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