The time: 9:00 AM
The watch: Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean GMT
Recently I was back on the road to film for the America’s Best Restaurants Roadshow, and this time, we headed to Wisconsin. Set against the breezy backdrop of Racine’s lakefront, Joey’s Yardarm isn’t just a local favorite, it’s a culinary anchor that’s kept spirits high and plates full. You can feel its nautical soul in every detail, from the shipwheel-adorned bar to the warm welcome that feels like you’ve just stepped into a harbor-side hideaway. It’s the kind of place where locals bring visitors to show off “where the good stuff is,” and where every dish on the menu has earned its place. For this visit, I brought along a piece of Swiss engineering that feels right at home in a place like this: the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean GMT.
We started with the Lobster Grilled Cheese, a deceptively humble sandwich that’s anything but ordinary, it’s special. Texas toast is griddled to a golden brown, stuffed with sweet pieces of lobster that melt between a trio of gooey cheeses, and kissed with garlic aioli. Served with their Famous Sand Dollars, which are thin, crispy fried potatoes dusted in Parmesan and house seasoning, it’s comfort with class. This dish is like the Planet Ocean’s ceramic bezel: bold, refined, and built to impress without shouting for attention.
The Blackened Grouper delivered a fresh take on coastal cuisine, and is a standout for those craving bright flavor with a punch. A generous 8-ounce filet of wild-caught grouper is seared to smoky perfection and served atop a bed of herbed rice with sautéed vegetables and black beans. It’s light but layered, just like the GMT function of the Seamaster, built for those who navigate different territories, both culinary and geographical, with ease.
But Joey’s doesn’t just stop at seafood. A 12oz Ribeye, flame-grilled to perfection, and marbled with just the right amount of fat, lands on the plate with confidence. Topped with herbed compound butter and paired once again with those famous Sand Dollars, it’s a hearty, classic choice that satisfies with confidence. It’s the horological equivalent of the Seamaster’s 600m water resistance: no-nonsense performance that overdelivers when it counts.
The Pairing
Worn on the wrist, the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean GMT is the perfect companion to this lakeside voyage. With its deep black ceramic dial, GMT hand, and precision co-axial movement, this watch is built for those who answer the call of the sea, just like the dishes at Joey’s. The Seamaster is waterproof to 600 meters, but it’s not just a diver’s tool, it’s a statement of purpose. It’s as comfortable with salty ocean waters on its brushed steel case as it is tucked under a linen cuff at a dockside dinner.
Just as the Ribeye brings boldness, the Seamaster brings weight and presence to the wrist. Just as the Grouper blends heat and finesse, the GMT function glides effortlessly across time zones. And like the Lobster Grilled Cheese, the Omega mixes luxury with everyday wearability. It’s a pairing rooted in precision, flavor, and timeless adventure.
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