Oct 20, 2017 | Cocktails, Off the Beaten Path, Where to Drink
The Roost, your “friendly neighborhood liquor store with classic cocktails, fine wine and small bites”. Doesn’t that sound… awesome? It is; and my new find off of Duval. I spend a lot of time seeking out places off of Duval. It’s a...
Oct 14, 2017 | Top Bars, Where to Drink
Irish Kevin’s Key West is iconic. It’s a must see stop for a lot of first time visitors to Key West. But, I still find Irish Kevin’s Key West one of my favorites. Why? Well, 3 reasons… The Entertainment Some of the best entertainment can be...
Oct 10, 2017 | Appetizers, Happy Hour, Happy Hour, Lunch and Dinner, Where to Eat
As you walk through the Historic Seaport, you will see a small sign that points you towards the Best Happy Hour on the Island. Trust your gut and follow the sign. At the end of your journey you will find… Alonzo’s Key West. This is one of the best...
Oct 9, 2017 | Diet Friendly, Recipes
The original Bisquick Cheeseburger pie recipe sends me straight back to my childhood. It was a staple on the dinner table at least once a week. It was cheap, quick and filling. But … boring. I have taken the original and spiced it up a bit with my favorite...
Oct 8, 2017 | Historic Walking Tour
Dade County pine and Cypress woods were used during the 1800’s to build homes in Key West. Because of their durability and natural resistance to pests, they never required a protective coating of paint. Today, you can see a beautiful example of this...
Sep 26, 2017 | Families, Land Excursions, What to Do
I like interactive places with hands on exhibits and cool videos. That’s why the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is awesome. It has it all, plus much much more. The Center offers an informative way to educate kids of all ages about the Florida Keys and how,...
Sep 25, 2017 | Historic Walking Tour
Between Caroline Street and the US Coast Guard Station is 281 Trumbo Road. There you will find the The Steam Plant. This section of Key West is on man-made land that once was part of the Gulf of Mexico. The Steam Plant sits on part of 140 acres of fill that Henry...
Sep 7, 2017 | Cocktails, Recipes
Yep, I am a gin drinker. The classic gin and tonic is one of my favorite cocktails. It’s crisp, light and refreshing. That said, I hadn’t tried a Gin Rickey and now, well, it’s my new favorite. After looking at these Gin Rickey drink recipes I...
Sep 6, 2017 | Desserts, Recipes
Bite size cookies are a special treat. Especially with a cup of Cuban coffee. This Snowball Cookies without nuts recipe is so easy you will always have a treat on hand. This recipe makes about 2 dozen. If you need more, feel free to double or even triple the...
Sep 5, 2017 | Meatless, Recipes, Sides
Jalapeno poppers are one of my favorite snacks. But these really caught my eye and so glad they did. The fresh twist using wontons made these taste yummy. Perfect for any tailgate or party! These jalapeño popper wonton cups will be your new go to appetizer, trust...
