Introducing The Culinary Duo
A New Culinary Venture from the Founders of Cactus Sky
At Cactus Sky we have always believed in the power of connection. Whether we are helping businesses reach their customers through smart digital marketing or building programs that bring communities together, our work has always centered around creating meaningful experiences.
Today we are excited to introduce a new extension of that mission.
The Culinary Duo, a restaurant review and dining discovery platform created by Cactus Sky founders Peter and Susan Martin.
This new venture brings together two of our greatest passions. Exceptional food and authentic storytelling. For years we have traveled, explored restaurants across the country, and immersed ourselves in dining experiences that deserve to be shared. Many of our clients and partners already know Peter as a top Google Maps and Yelp reviewer with more than twenty million photo views and a reputation for honest, helpful feedback. Susan brings her own culinary expertise with a deep love for cooking and a remarkable talent for understanding flavor and presentation.
Do yourself a favor and read our reviews on Google and Yelp about the culinary experiences we’ve had:
How The Culinary Duo Was Born
The idea for The Culinary Duo grew naturally, and it happened right here in our community. Stroll Magazine approached us with an opportunity to become the featured restaurant reviewers for Stroll Beachwalk and Stroll Beacon Lake, two lifestyle publications that highlight the people, places, and businesses that make local communities unique.
Stroll’s team had been following Peter’s online restaurant reviews and food photography and recognized the value of bringing a trusted, experienced perspective to their readers. After learning more about our shared passion for dining and storytelling, they invited us to launch a dedicated restaurant review section beginning in January 2026.
From that conversation, The Culinary Duo was born.
A Unique Approach to Restaurant Reviews
Our review style is built around one core idea. Honest, thoughtful, real world dining experiences shared from the perspective of a couple who truly loves food.
Each review follows a structured seven category scoring system that evaluates ambiance, menu and drinks, food quality, service, value, and overall experience. Readers receive more than opinions.
They receive insight that helps them decide where to dine and what makes each restaurant worth visiting.
What began as a feature for Stroll Magazine quickly grew into something bigger. With strong early response and demand from restaurant owners, The Culinary Duo is now expanding into a national platform with full reviews, photos, and directory listings available at CulinaryDuo.com.
Why This Matters for Cactus Sky
The Culinary Duo aligns perfectly with Cactus Sky’s mission of storytelling, community engagement, and digital visibility. Our expertise in email marketing, content creation, and social media optimization fuels the reach of this new venture. Every review is supported by a full marketing ecosystem including:
- Publication in Stroll Magazine
- A detailed review on CulinaryDuo.com
- Distribution to Google Maps and Yelp
- Social media promotion through multiple channels
- Email notifications to local subscribers
Restaurants featured in our program receive consistent exposure and a credible review process backed by decades of marketing experience.
A New Chapter for Our Company and Community
For us, The Culinary Duo is more than a side project. It is a meaningful extension of who we are. It allows us to combine our personal love for dining with our professional strengths in content creation and brand building. We look forward to highlighting exceptional restaurants, supporting local businesses, and sharing the culinary experiences that bring people together.
We invite you to follow The Culinary Duo as we explore great flavors, uncover hidden gems, and celebrate the restaurants that make each community special.
To learn more or to request a review for your restaurant, visit www.CulinaryDuo.com.