Eddie Money Headlines New Year's Eve Concert at Key West
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INSIDE WEEK OF DEC. 28, 2017-JAN. 3, 2018 www.FloridaWeekly.com Vol. 2, No. 39 • FREE in Cuisine Sinz Burritos: Sin with a healthy dose of love. A20-21X Enjoy New Year’s Eve in Key West with these events Bartender of the week Lyndsey Varvatos: Island Girl. A6 X PHOTOS BY CAROL TEDESCO AND ROB O’NEAL / FLORIDA KEYS NEWS BUREAU/HO Above: Confetti flies BY LAURA RICHARDSON and the crowd in front Florida Weekly Correspondent of Bourbon St. Bar on Duval St. cheers as EW YEAR’S EVE — ONE LAST NIGHT Sushi descends in her OF reckless depravity before we red high heel at mid- all resolve to be better, to achieve Music scene night. At right: “Sushi,” more, to (finally) join the gym Mark Rose and Roberta portrayed by female N and work on that six pack. It’s impersonator Gary Mari- Jacyshyn: Married to the music. also a night when we all gather and gaze on, toasts the revelers. A16-17 X SEE NYE, A10 X Eddie Money headlines New Year’s Eve Concert at Key West Amphitheater BY LAURA RICHARDSON “Take Me Home Tonight,” “Baby Hold On” Florida Weekly Correspondent and “Maybe I’m a Fool.” Eddie (because two seconds into our conversation I’ve “What do you call eight rock stars’ been reprimanded for daring to call him wives in a basement?” “Mr. Money”) will be celebrating New ……………… Year’s Eve from the VIP balcony above Theater “A whine cellar!” Sushi’s annual shoe drop, but only after he “Dancing Lessons”: An And so begins my interview with Eddie headlines a concert at the newly opened COURTESY PHOTO Money, the legendary singer of recogniz- unexpected enchantment opens able hits like “Two Tickets to Paradise,” SEE MONEY, A14 X Red Barn’s 38th season. A5 X A2 WEEK OF DEC. 28, 2017-JAN. 3, 2018 www.FloridaWeekly.com FLORIDA WEEKLY KEY WEST OFF OFF DUVAL Editor Owen Killian [email protected] An insider’s look at Key West Publisher The most traveled and visible street to find with little signage and inside feels and beans will keep you going long into a Niall Geoghegan in Key West is only the beginning, the like a world away. The nautical-themed Key West night. [email protected] surface, of what the town has to offer. Ask bar is warm and homey. Small and large ■ Better than Sex 926 Simonton St. the locals about their favorite spots, stroll plates include items such as roasted bone 305-296-8102; www.betterthansexkeywest. Reporters through quiet neighborhoods or down marrow and yellowtail snapper. Knowl- com. A great place for couples. Swing by Bucky Montgomery alleyways off Duval Street, and you’ll edgeable bartenders mix up craft cocktails this dessert only, adults only restaurant Laura Richardson begin to dive deeper into the quieter, more such as Curse Like a Saler with gin, dolin late in the evening. Indulge your senses Jennifer White diverse and less-readily apparent offer- blanc, agave, basil, mint and grapefruit. with chocolate-dipped wine glasses and Presentation Editor ings. Here are eight spots that you might Brilliant! cheeky homemade desserts and beverages Eric Raddatz not see at first glance. ■ Cornish Memorial African Meth- such as an Ephemere Apple Spiced Ale in ■ [email protected] The Café 509 Southard St. 305-296- odist Episcopal Zion Church 702 White- a tall beer glass with a signature caramel 5515; www.thecafekw.com. This cozy, head St. Established in 1864 by former rim-job. Lick it good. Assistant Presentation Editor innovative restaurant has been redefining slave Sandy Cornish and his wife, Lillah. ■ Deuces “Off the Hook” Grill 728 Hannah Kruse vegetarian cuisine for over 13 years. With a The current building was built in 1894. Simonton St. 305-414-8428; www.offthe- warm Bohemian décor that includes local ■ The Reverend Long organized the hookkeywest.com. Tucked into a quiet Production Manager art adorning the walls, the menu offers a Bethel A.M.E Church in 1870 at 712 neighborhood, Off the Hook serves break- variety of options to suit all tastes along Alisa Bowman Duval St. It was destroyed by a fire in fast and lunch, but the creative and well- with craft beers, organic wines and an [email protected] 1922 and the congregation then moved to executed dinner menu featuring fresh sea- array of sangria flavors plus fresh juices, the corner of Thomas Street and Truman food is especially enticing. Grouper in a Graphic Designers flavored house-made tonics or cafe kom- Avenue. The building features masonry French bouillabaisse broth, Fish and Chips Chris Andruskiewicz bucha on tap. Omnivores will appreciate walls, twin towers in front and pointed- featuring mahi-mahi, and slow roasted Paul Heinrich • Scott Sleeper seafood dishes such as blackened mahi arch windows reminiscent of the Gothic Jamaican jerk chicken thighs are recom- mahi and PEI mussels. The famous veggie Circulation Manager revival style. mended along with dark chocolate cov- burger is not to be missed along with the ered banana bread for dessert. The Duck Michael Gagliardi falafel, house-made spring rolls, quinoa ■ Key West Island Bookstore 513 [email protected] Fleming St. 305-294-2904; www.Keywes- BLT pizza is also delicious. It’s a small and avocado salad, stir-fries or fresh fish space, so reservations are recommended. chimichurri tacos. Finish with vegan key tislandbooks.com. This decades-old bou- Business Office Manager lime cheesecake or the vegan carrot cake. tique bookstore offers a surprisingly var- ■ La Rubia Authentic Panama Hats Kelli Carico Everything is made from scratch, so be ied wealth of current and used titles, from 510 Fleming St. 305-296-6059; www.laru- sure to check out the nightly specials. best sellers to rare titles. Often open late, biakeywest.com. The Florida Keys’ only Published by The Cafe also has an extensive weekend it’s an inviting place to browse among the importer of authentic Panama hats. The Florida Media Group LLC brunch menu with bottomless mimosas. crowded stacks. owners developed this boutique to carry 100 Grinnell Street • Key West, FL 33040 Grab a comfy colorful seat in front of the ■ Cuban Coffee Queen 284 Margaret on the centuries-old tradition of hand 305.363.1310 window or opt for takeout. They deliver. St. 305-292-4747; www.cubancoffeequeen. weaving hats, which come from Ecuador, and not Panama, by the way. There are www.FloridaWeekly.com ■ 2 Cents Restaurant & Pub 416 Apple- com. The strong Cuban coffee at this hole in the wall is also rich in Key West heri- styles for men and women in a wide array routh Lane, 305-414-8626; www.2centskw. of colors and weaves. They also offer com. This restaurant is right behind Leath- tage. A Café Con Leche paired with a clas- sic Cuban sandwich or some Havana rice a nice selection of wearable, fair trade Copyright: The contents of the Florida Weekly are copyright 2017 er Master and just off Duval, but it’s hard by Florida Media Group, LLC. No portion may be reproduced without items. ■ the express written consent of Florida Media Group, LLC. A FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD BAR WITH COMFORT FOOD TO MAKE YOU HAPPY! FOOD DELIVERY! LUNCH SPECIALS! JOIN US FOR LIVE MUSIC! 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