Nov 4, 2015 | Happy Hour, Off the Beaten Path, What to Do, Where to Drink
Out at the Truman Annex is the USCGC Ingham. It is, during the day, open for tours. It was decommissioned in 1988 and serves as a National Memorial to Guardians Killed in Action during World War II and Vietnam. If you have interest in the military, history or just...
Nov 4, 2015 | Cocktails, Off the Beaten Path, Recipes, Where to Drink
If you spend any time at all in Key West, you will end up watching sunset down at Mallory Square. While down there, you, of course, will probably enjoy a beverage or two. I have to admit, I do partake in a few during the sunset celebration. But, don’t miss the...
Nov 4, 2015 | Beer Joints, Happy Hour, Where to Drink
We stayed in the Truman Annex and found ourselves a little slice of heaven right around the corner… The Green Parrot. This place is a little bit off the Duval beaten path, but well worth the walk. It has an eclectic vibe and the music played is awesome. There really...
Oct 29, 2015 | Breakfast, Coffee, Where to Eat
Ok travelers, here is a place you have to try. Glazed Donuts Key West is located at 420 Eaton Ave. This place has been featured in many publications such as USA Today’s Top 10 Best Places for Donuts. What surprised me the most is this business is run by a...
Oct 29, 2015 | Breakfast, Where to Eat
There are many options available for breakfast, from sit down to stand up to find an empty park bench – here are some of the places we enjoy. Blue Heaven – This is a true must see while in Key West. The unique outside dinning room allows you to interact with the...
Oct 29, 2015 | Lunch and Dinner, Where to Eat
There are over 250 bars and restaurants in the Key West area so there is absolutely something for everyone and all budgets. Here are a few ideas: Hogfish Bar & Grill – Truly worth the bike ride over to Safe Harbor on Stock Island. This is another spot...
Oct 29, 2015 | Desserts, Where to Eat
I am a sweet freak … Kevin not so much. So, I look for places to feed my sweet tooth. Here are some of my favorites. Kermit’s Key West Key Lime Shoppe – I loved the key lime pie so much, I bought the key lime juice so I could make my own at home. True addict....
Oct 29, 2015 | Breakfast, Desserts, Lunch and Dinner, Where to Eat
Old Town Bakery. Corner of Easton and Grinnell St. This is a great bakery to hit EARLY in the morning. The Almond Croissants are to die for. You can taste the butter in them. On another visit I had the Breakfast Sandwich, and it was terrific and very filling. The...
Oct 29, 2015 | Grocery Stores, Where to Eat
If you have the opportunity to rent a house or condo with a kitchen or a room with a little kitchenette then you will need to visit a grocery story. Thankfully there are several options, even if you don’t have a car. If you have a bike, most of these are very easy to...
Oct 29, 2015 | Breakfast, Grocery Stores, Where to Eat
On our way to our hotel, the cab driver told us about this place. He said they had the best bread in town. Well, you know we had to try this place and let’s just say … it lived up to the hype. First off, it is a quirky place. Not only does it serve food, but it...
