Nov 15, 2015 | Desserts, Recipes
Ok, not sure how this happened, but I ended up with a box of Caramel Apple Cookie mix in my pantry. Somehow it made its way into my basket, but nevertheless, it was the inspiration behind this quick and easy dessert. Step 1: Make cookies according to the directions...
Nov 15, 2015 | Pork, Recipes, Sides
It was a fall football weekend and I tried a new way to serve ribs. I had made ribs in the crockpot the other day and had a some left over which begged the question, do I just reheat? Nope, I made a wonderful vinegar based sauce and let them simmer in the sauce to...
Nov 15, 2015 | Diet Friendly, Recipes
I am in the carb watchers camp. So, pizza is usually off limits. But when cravings happen, you have to give in … but this is the way I can enjoy pizza and still stay on track. I made this a Hawaiian Pizza, but feel free to top yours with whatever you...
Nov 15, 2015 | Travel Tips and Insights
Key West is a fantastic place to snorkel and view the coral and marine life. This could be at the local beach or on a charter tour. On my trip to the Dry Tortugas National Park, I purchased a disposable camera they were selling on the Ferry boat that took us to the...
Nov 15, 2015 | Travel Tips and Insights
The Historic Seaport Marina is on the North side of the Island. If you are staying around the Old Town area and cannot make it over to the southern side of the island for sunrise, here is an alternative. Watch the sunrise hit the boat marina. Now you will not see it...
Nov 15, 2015 | Travel Tips and Insights
Key West is well known for its sunsets. The sun sets in the West so you can see the sun setting into the water from the Mallory Square area in the downtown area of Old Town. Another great place to view the sunset is out at Fort Zachary Taylor State Park. Every evening...
Nov 15, 2015 | Travel Tips and Insights
One of my favorite places to photograph the Sunrise is at the White Street Pier. The Pier is located at the corner of White Street and Atlantic Blvd. I like this location because you have a selection of subjects to place in your photo. There is the Pier itself, light...
Nov 6, 2015 | Ghost Tours, What to Do
Ok, I must confess, I love ghost tours. The possibility of seeing an orb and hearing the stories about who and what still live in the old homes on the Island is very intriguing. Key West is one of the top haunted cities in America, so of course, we go on a ghost tour...
Nov 6, 2015 | Land Excursions, What to Do
This is an absolute must for anyone visiting the Island. One little tidbit that isn’t available on the website is the tickets are good for two days! What a bargain. You can use the Conch Tour Train Key West as a way to orientate yourself to Key West or even as a...
Nov 6, 2015 | Biking, What to Do
Biking is a fun activity on the Island. As a matter of fact, it is the way most people get around. Most people use or rent the typical beach bike. This isn’t your normal mountain bike but rather an “old school” big bike with foot brakes and a front basket. If this...
