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Publishers 9 One Isand. One Ocean. One Earth 42 Today’s The Day! Karen L. Davis/Pamela Childs Key West Food &Wine Festival Schedule Key West’s Mel Fisher Museum

Comptroller 10 - 12 Top Picks 46 Fins Up! Karen Davis The Best of the Florida Keys & Key West The Keys’ Top 10 Dive Sites Marketing/Creative Director Pamela Childs 12 Trekking the Keys 47 - 61 Good Eats The Florida Keys Sculpture Trail Cool spots to eat, drink and party Art Director/Brand Manager Marsha Michaels 15 Gallery Scene 62 - 63 What’s On The Menu? Account Manager Key West Art Galleries you won’t want to miss Sample menus from the Keys’ top Peter Arnow restaurants 16 - 17 The Keys Southernmost Adventure Contributor Celebration 64 bite Mayor Gonzo Mays Key West Holiday Fest Pecan Crusted Black Grouper recipe from Key West’s acclaimed Tavern N’ Town Photographer At Large 18 - 32 What’s Up Peter Arnow Fun happenings from Key West to Key 65 - 72 Shop Webmaster Largo Where to discover lots of great finds Lance Belew 19 Celebrating Old Key West 66 This Is It! I Love Stock Island Festival The Key’s Genuine Salt Scrub PUBLISHED QUARTERLY P.O. Box 1233, Key West, FL 33041 24 Uncorked! 57 Key West’s Great Little Gem Key Largo/Islamorada Food & Wine Jeff’s Gems Online Edition @ Festival destinationfloridakeys.com 59 - 61 Nest facebook.com/destinationfloridakeys 26 60 Years Old & Still Going Strong Scope out your own home in paradise twittter.com/destinationkeys Key West’s Oldest House Celebration 62 - 64 Sleep Tight destinationflorida.com 29 Key West’s Coolest Cats Recommended Lodging Properties Sunday Jazz In The Garden To become a Marketing Partner 65 Gonzo Dispatches or to order complimentary copies 33 - 35 Footlights Local icon, Sammie “Mayor Gonzo” Mays for your lodging property, please What’s On Stage photo safari contact us at 305-849-3482 [email protected] 36 - 38 Other Florida Happenings 66 - 67 Snap! What’s On Stage Peter Arnow shoots KeyWest’s most fun events and interesting people 39 - 46 Xplore Top attractions you won’t want to miss 119 Trees Planted This Issue

Member of the Lodging Association of the Florida Keys and the ABOUT THE COVER official in-room visitors guide for the Keys top lodging properties. Vienna based Andreas Franke is a passionate diver as well as an award winning commercial Additional distribution at high traffic areas throughout Monroe County including: Key West Chamber Of Commerce, photographer. When not shooting for clients, Franke creates one of-a-kind underwater art projects Key West Business Guild, Marathon Chamber Of Commerce, like the one you see on our cover of the USNS Vandenberg, a ship-wreck just off the coast of Key Islamorada Chamber Of Commerce, Key Largo Visitor Center. West. The11th Annual Key West Food & Wine Festival and DESTINATION Florida are proud to share Franke’s amazing work. Exclusively available at 7 Artist & Friends Gallery, 213 Simonton St, Key West. Copyright 2019. All rights reserved.

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KEY WEST FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL ow in its 11th year, the highly THURSDAY, JANUARY 30 2 - 4pm Promenade a la Française anticipated Key West Food & Wine 1 - 3pm Tropical Garden & Historical See website for details. NFestival, roars onto the island Sunday, Architecture Tour & Tasting January 26 - Sunday, February 2 with a Enjoy a sip of bubbly in the Garden of the Oldest 2:30 - 4:30pm Old Town Scavenger culinary arts celebration that includes dozens House Museum before being whisked away to see Hunt of fun and delectable events! For complete some of Key West’s most stunning gardens and Clues lead you to famous landmarks and rest- details and late — breaking events, go to historic architecture. aurants as well as to favorite local drinking spots. KeyWestFoodandWineFestival.com. Conch Republic Seafood Co, 631 Greene St. 5 - 8pm Paella Cook Off DAILY Vote for your favorite Paella dish prepared by 5 - 7pm Grand Tasting: Turtles & Sharks 10 am - 2 pm Welcome Center renowned local friends. Truman Little White House, & Mermaids, Oh My! Get the deets on all events, pick up tickets, make 111 Front St. All you can drink unlimited wine pairings. Conch reservations for restaurants and attractions, drink Republic Seafood Co, 631 Greene St. some wine and get in the mood for a great week. 6 - 8pm Grilled Cheese & Beer Tasting Located at Ocean Sotheby’s, 420 Fleming St. Grilled Cheese never tasted so good! Sunset 7 - 9pm It’s All About The Shrimp & Green Event Lawn at 24 North Hotel, 3820 N. Sauce SUNDAY, JANUARY 26 Roose-velt Blvd. “Shrimptacular “ food stations & great live music. 4 - 7pm 26th Annual Master Chefs Classic Conch Republic Seafood Co, 631 Greene St. Local chefs go head to head as they compete for FRIDAY, JANUARY 31 best of the best on the docks at Margaritaville Re- Noon - 1pm The Secrets of Ceviche! SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1 sort & Marina Pier, 245 Front St. Workshop & Tasting Noon - 2pm 11th Annual Stock Island Learn about the tales and origin of ceviche, see Shrimp Boil MONDAY, JANUARY 27 how to create it, and enjoy generous samplings. A traditional Shrimp Boil with all the fixin’s. 9 - 11am Colorado Cannabis Retreats: Oldest House Museum & Garden, 320 Duval St. Dockside at the Perry Hotel, 7001 Shrimp Rd. CBD Culinary Workshop Find out how to use CBD tinctures for creating 12:30 - 2pm Brunch On A Hot Tin Roof 2 - 5pm Old Town Uncorked healthy recipes. The Garden at the Oldest House Enjoy fabulous food at one of Key West’s best hot UNLEASHED Museum. spots. Ocean Key Resort & Spa, 0 Duval St. Toast, taste and shop as Historic Old Town's chic boutiques, funky shops and fine galleries flow TUESDAY, JANUARY 28 with a large selection of wines from famous wine 9 - 11am Colorado Cannabis Retreats: regions. Start at the Curry Mansion, 511 Fleming Deep Dive Seminar or at the Southernmost Guesthouse, 1327 Duval. Straight talk about cannabis from healthcare professionals. The Garden at the Oldest House 8 - 11pm Let Them Eat Cake: A French Museum. Revolution Masquerade Ball Grab your French wigs and dance, dance, dance 10am — 3pm Coral Reef Wine Tour & at this over-the-top cake and cocktail party! Curry Lunch Mansion Inn, 511 Caroline St. Depart for Mote Marine from Ocean Southeby's at 420 Fleming St. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2 10am - 3pm Key West Artisan Market: WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29 Culinary & Wine Edition 5 - 7pm Sunset Kick-Off Party Art, wine and food come together for one last Enjoy unique wines & spirits, light bites and take memorable event. Truman Waterfront. Official in the most beautiful sunset from the deck of the Images by Andres Franke Purchase your USCGC Ingham. Truman Waterfront Park at the official images of Andres Frank’s images at end of Southard St. KeyWestFoodandWineFestival.com.

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TOP PICKS BEST KEYS SUNSET CELEBRATION Lor-e-lei Restaurant & Cabana Bar Cited as one of the "Best and Brightest Spots in Florida,” this casual, family-friendly hangout is home to the world famous Lor-e-lei Fishing Guides and lively Sunset Celebration. Great casual fare with an array of tasty sandwiches, fresh local seafood, ribs, steak, and chicken. Live entertainment by local bands. Happy Hour specials from 4 - 6pm. Find it at MM82, Bayside, Islamorada. 305-664-2692; loreleifloridakeys.com.

BEST DOGGONE ITALIAN FOOD BEST LOBSTER BLT BEST FISH HOUSE Ciao Hound Italian Kitchen Key Largo Fisheries The Fish House & Bar Until recently, we always thought there was If the name fits — and it does because Raise your paw if you like Italian food! This nothing like a great Maine lobster roll. Of this bustling joint is the hottest seafood unpretentious, dog-friendly eatery dishes up course that was before we discovered the spot in town and gets constant raves from big portions of traditional Tuscan recipes Lobster BLT at the “Take Away Cafe” on the locals and visitors alike. Big portions, a and also offers an exclusive “doggie menu” docks behind Key Largo Fisheries. Perfectly fun, friendly staff and a Keysy atmosphere with Fido favorites like the “Hen House cooked, firm-tender lobster (not fried - Sacre compliment an extensive menu that Chicken Strips.” People pleasers also Bleu!) is generously heaped on a buttery includes chowders, stone crab, shellfish, abound with favorites like Pasta e Fagioli, Croissant fused with crisp bacon, juicy ripe native fish, steaks and pasta. Find it at Braised Short ribs and Lobster Ravioli. tomato slices, fresh Bibb lettuce and a healthy MM 102.4, Oceanside, Key Largo. 305- Gluten-free options, too. Find it at 84001 slather of spicy mayo. Also first rate: the 451-HOOK; fishhouse.com. Overseas Hwy in Islamorada. 305-664- incredible Lobster BLT Soup loaded with 5300; ciaohound84.com. bacon and lobster. YUM! Find it at MM 99.5, Oceanside at 1313 Ocean Bay Dr., Key Largo. 305-451-3782; keylargofisheries.com.

BEST DEAL IN TOWN Keys Pawn Maybe it’s just us, but when we think “pawn shop” we think “eh, maybe not.” Not so with Keys Pawn. This place is like no other pawn shop we’ve ever seen (even the ones on TV). The folks here have been supplying dealers from all over the world with luxury watches, high-end jewelry, rare antiques and collectibles at super low prices for over forty years. Now they’ve opened this new brick and mortar with a terrific ever-changing inventory that also includes a wonderful collection of rare guitars. The prices and selection are phenomenal, so if you’re into snagging great deals, this Pawn’s for you! Find your next treasure at 91551 Overseas Hwy., Tavernier. 305-962-1956; keyspawn.com.

10 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West BEST REGIONAL ART COLLECTION The Gallery On Greene No one personifies the Key West art scene more than Nance Frank, Gallery Director at Gallery On Greene in Key West’s Historic Seaport. Her meticulously curated collection of authentic, historic and museum-quality regional art is an absolute visual delight. Here you’ll find Pulitzer Prize winners like political cartoonists Jeff MacNelly, Mike Peters and Tony Auth; poet/writer/visual artist, Annie Dillard; and photographer David Hume Kennerly. Lots of Key West icons, too including Mario Sanchez, Tennessee Williams and Suzie dePoo. And while The Gallery On Greene is a favorite stomping ground for serious art collectors, it’s also a popular spot for more casual buyers, like us. Find it at 606 Greene St, Key West. 305-294-1669; galleryongreene.com.

BEST PORTERHOUSE STEAK fresh, island-inspired dishes, are also first rate. BEST SEAFOOD JOINT Ziggie & Mad Dog’s Truly a great place to kick back enjoy a piece The Square Grouper Bar & of paradise. Find it at MM 99.9 Bayside, Key Truth be told, you can’t go wrong with anything Largo. 305-453-5004; snooks.com. Grill on the menu of this legendary Chef/owner Lynn Bell and her top culinary Keys’ landmark because all the food here is BEST PLACE TO GRAB A crew are creating the most intriguing small truly world class. Steak lovers will revel in BURGER plates and entrees, pastas and ever changing the tender 12 oz. Center Cut Filet, tasty 16 Reel Burger specials, making this hip roadside Bar & Grill oz. New York Strip and full flavored 21 oz. a true “Destination” restaurant and earning it Bone-In Rib Eye, but it’s the 28 oz. “Czonka” What’s better than hanging out by the beach a “Top 10” ranking in the Florida Keys & Key Porterhouse that is totally over the top. Team in your flip flops and chowing down on a West restaurant scene. You’ll also find a terrific one up with a linebacker-size baked potato and really GREAT burger? For Islanders like us, selection of boutique wines and craft beers. Find you’ve got yourself a winning combination. Find not much. And that’s why Reel Burger at the it at MM 22, Oceanside, Cudjoe Key (305- it at MM 83 Bayside, Islamorada. 305-664- Amara Cay Resort in Islamorada is our go-to 745-8880) and at its new waterfront location 3391; ziggieandmaddogs.com. spot for this simple pleasure. Made-to-order in Islamorada at MM 80.4, Bayside (786-901- with a custom blend of ground beef, the 5678); squaregrouperbarandgrill.com. BEST ISLAND CHIC signature burgers here are extraordinarily Snook’s Bayside good; especially when they’re backdropped by an expanse of palm trees, sea, and sand. Hidden away at the end of a private lane, just Served with a crunchy pickle and your choice off US 1, this chandeliered Grand Tiki with its of Kettle Chips, House Slaw, or crispy fries. flickering torches, lush plantings and SOBE-style These Bad Boys are just what the Sun God sofa lounges is oh-so-chic! A gorgeous, open-air ordered. Lots of other yummy handhelds, dining area, sprawling 5,000 square foot patio too, along with fish, chicken and vegetarian and multiple bars all have unobstructed views options. Find your place in the sun at Amara of the Bay, giving you a ringside seat to one Cay Resort, 80001 Overseas Hwy. 305-664- of the best sunset celebrations in the Keys. The 0073; amaracayresort.com.

BEST FAMILY RESTAURANT Key Colony Inn Overlooking the fairways of the Key Colony Beach Golf Course, this long-time institution has the feel of an old time country club. An extensive menu of seafood, continental and Italian favorites has made it a favorite with the Key Colony Beach crowd and other in-the-know locals. The weekend prime rib special always packs the place and the holiday Sunday Brunch here is the best deal in town. Find it at MM 53.5, Oceanside on West Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach. 305-743-0100; kcinn.com.

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BEST DESIGNER JEWELRY Little Switzerland A walk through Little Switzerland is like walking through the “Who’s Who” of brand name designer jewelry. You’ll find lots of innovative collections from today’s top fashion icons including sleek, sophisticated designs by Roberto Coin, Marco Bicego and Ippolita; contemporary classics from famous names like David Yurman, and John Hardy; and trendsetting favorites by Pandora and Avance. L.S. also stocks a terrific selection of top of the line watches from Omega, Breitling and Tag Heuer, as well as a sensational collection of diamond and precious gemstone jewelry. Find it on harbor front, 271 Front Street behind the Margaritaville Key West Resort & Marina. 305-293-8600; littleswitzerland.com

BEST SUSHI BEST SAILING CHARTER the most elegant and romantic sunset sail that Ambrosia Sunset Sail Key West Key West has to offer. You’ll be surprised at how fast and smoothly this luxurious lady cuts Capt. Seth Salzmann's spirited fleet of Chef/Owner Masa and wife Noriko are authentic sailing vessels are what exploring through the harbor while you sip on a glass making waves at Key West’s hip, vintage the Keys is all about. With three different of bubbly and take in the sights. Departs from Santa Maria Hotel where their edgy Japanese schooners and a blue water cruising ketch the Schooner Wharf Bar in Key West’s Historic restaurant and sushi bar is renowned for its under his command, he and his gregarious Bight. Info and reservations: 305-293-7245; authentic, artfully crafted plates including crew will whisk you away for a variety of sail-keywest.com. Masa’s premium bluefin tuna creations private daily trips including Sunrise and Day and other full-flavored dishes like the Spicy Sails, Sunset and Starlight Sails, and Snorkel Seafood Carpaccio with fresh jalapeño, sweet Sails to the reef, coral gardens, and ship onion and Yuzu pepper paste. Tradition and wrecks. Whatever boat or trip you decide innovation collide with all kinds of intriguing on get ready for the real deal. Because as signature rolls and Japanese specialties. Find soon as you pull out of the harbor, the sails it at 1401 Simonton St, Key West. 305-293- go up and the engines go off so you get an 0304; keywestambrosia.com. authentic sailing experience every time. BEST HAPPY HOUR & TAPAS Find it at 202 William St, Key West. 305-587-4488; sunsetsailkeywest. Tavern N’ Town com. This favorite local hang has not one, but two, terrific daily Happy Hours with generous 2 - for BEST ROMANTIC - 1 libations from 5 - 7pm and again from 9 - SUNSET SAIL 11pm. The early Happy Hour also features a Schooner America revolving lineup of top notch entertainment that 2.0 draws a big local crowd. But what really hits Regaled as Key West’s most the ball out of the park are the Tapas Nights on stunning sailboat, the classic 105’ Tuesday and Thursday where globally-inspired Schooner America 2.0, with her small tasting plates of gourmet appetizers are sleek teak decks and 3600 square all artfully prepared. A Late Night Tapas menu feet of billowing white sails, looks is also available from 9 - 11pm. Find it at as if she sailed straight out of the Key West Marriott Beachside Hotel, 3811 North Roosevelt Blvd, Key West. 305-296- romance novel. The glorious, two- 8100; TavernNTown.com. hour champagne sunset sail is

BEST DRAG SHOW The Aquanettes Key West’s own talented troupe of female impersonators transform themselves into a bevy of beauties using elaborate costuming, makeup and lip-sync. The adult- oriented, hands-on interactive show, Reality Is A Drag, runs nightly at 9 pm with two shows on Fri and Sat at 9pm and 11pm. Get there early for good seats and pre-show photo-ops. Find it at 711 Duval St, Key West. 305-294-0555; aquakeywest.com.

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here’s no arguing that the Florida Thompson Moore is installed in Keys are a top destination for Islamorada Gardens at 81001 Twater junkies, anglers and party Overseas Hwy. animals, alike. “Fragments” by Shiho Sato, will also But did you know that it’s also home to soon be placed in Islamorada’s Morada an 81-mile Florida Keys Sculpture Trail? Way Arts & Cultural District at MM 86. Extending from Islamorada to Key “Stand Tall, Stand Loud” by Aaron West, the Trail includes nine large-scale Bell and “Everyone Breaks” by sculptures located along the historic Tanda Francis share the landscape at “Avis Gloriae et Lavdis,” or “Bird of Overseas Highway. Created by artists Marathon’s oTHErside Adventure Park at Glory and Praise,” and “Nature Eterna” from the prestigious Art Students League 59300 Overseas Hwy. — both by Sheila Berger, welcome of New York’s “Model to Monument” “Leaves of Grass” by Markus Holtby, visitors at the Key West International program, these large-scale artworks also standing in Marathon at The Art Airport. originally stood in the Manhattan’s Studio at 12353 Overseas Hwy. Following the Sculpture Trail is a great Riverside Park South before being relo- “Wind Tower,” a collaborative ride, and you can download an easy-to- cated to the Keys. piece by all seven of the “Model to use map as well as more information at Here’s what you can expect to see: Monument” sculptors, is located at 258 keysarts.com. “Everything Between,” by Sarah Cunningham Lane on Big Pine Key.

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14 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West GALLERY SCENE nternational influences, a laid-back “Miami has Art Basel; Key West has the mood of Key West. The Center also produces Gallery on Greene.” This premier gallery two of Key West’s biggest art events, the Key atmosphere and unrivaled natural beauty showcases a mind-blowing collection of West Craft Show on January 25 - 26 and Ihave made the Florida Keys and Key West authentic, historic, museum-quality regional Old Island Days Art Festival on February a magnet for creative spirits. art. Gallery Director, Nance Frank, is a 22 - 23. Both take place from 10 - 5pm on powerhouse curator and hand picks works Whitehead and Caroline Streets. The vibrant art scene here is constantly from 37 listed artists including Pulitzer evolving and you’ll find numerous local Prize-winners Jeff MacNelly and Annie THE STUDIOS OF KEY WEST galleries from Key West to Key Largo, as well Dillard; legendary painters and sculptors, 533 Eaton St Mario Sanchez and Suzie DePoo; master Key West, Fl 33041 as many cultural and performing arts venues. impressionist, Peter Vey and many other highly 305-296-0458; tskw.org Combine all of this with the Keys' rich acclaimed Key West names. The works here Open Tu-Sa 10am-4pm history, diverse culture and beautiful tropical span a wide variety of mediums and attract Live The Creative Life both casual buyers and serious art collectors. TSKW stages an extraordinary line-up of locale, it’s no wonder that this small slice of Frank also arranges art tours to Cuba. contemporary art and rotating gallery exhibits, paradise is now considered a world-class workshops, classes and performances and KEY WEST ART CENTER also provides in-house residency opportunities destination. 301 Front St for artists worldwide. Many world renowned Key West, Fl 33040 artists, as well as Pulitzer Prize-winning THE GALLERY ON GREENE 305-294-1241; keywestartcenter.com authors, unite with local audiences and art 606 Greene St Open Daily 10am - 5pm practitioners at all stages of their creative Key West, Fl 33040 A Marketplace For Local Artists careers. Be sure to check out their website for 305-294-1669; galleryongreene.com Key West’s oldest art gallery is a popular upcoming events and a complete catalog and Open Daily 10am-6pm forum for local artists who showcase a late-breaking updates. Located at 533 Eaton Key West’s Premier Art Gallery variety of styles that capture the colors and St., at corner of Simonton in Key West.

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 15 Key West Holiday Fest The Keys’ Southernmost Celebration

uaint New England Villages, frozen snowmen, and the scent Qof wood-burning stoves may be some people’s idea of the holiday season. But not here in the Keys and certainly not in Key West where we celebrate the holidays in true island style. As one of America’s top tropical holiday destinations, Key West is a small town that’s big on holiday cheer. And nothing embraces its holiday spirit more than the annual Holiday Fest celebration which kicks off at 6 pm on Wednesday, of the Harbor Walk. throughout the month including art walks, November 27 in Key West’s Historic On Saturday, December 4 at 7 pm, decorated trolley rides, special concerts Seaport. There will be lots going on the City stages its annual family-friendly and more. that night including a traditional Tree hometown Holiday Parade followed Highlights include Schooner Wharf Lighting Ceremony, Classic Auto Show, by an array of other festive events Bar’s annual Tree Trimming Party Pet Pictures with Santa and the Lighting

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This holiday season, do what all the cool kids are doing. Head down to The Florida Keys, for the annual Key West Holiday Fest. With everything from Holiday Historic Inn Tours and musical performances to classic car shows, the Key West Bight Before Christmas and Schooner Wharf Bar Lighted Boat Parade, the Key West Holiday Fest is the place to see – and be seen. For holiday schedules throughout December, visit keywestholidayfest.com.

16 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West which takes place at 5 pm on Sunday, Calendar is the 60th Annual December 1 and is also a fundraiser House & Gar-den Tours where for “Toys For Tots” and “Angels Just For you can visit festively dressed Kids.” Bring your own nautical ornament Key West homes which and enjoy a free holiday cocktail. showcase exquisite restorations, Also not to be missed: the Holiday creative renovations, and Historic Inn Tours on Friday, delightful interiors and exteriors. December 5 and Friday, On Saturday, December The celebration wraps up on New December 13 where 14, the Key West Bight Year’s Eve with wild celebrations all over you can embark on dazzles with a magical the island including the lowering of a a delightful tour nautical display of Pirate Wench from the soaring mast of of five different lights during the the tall ship, Schooner America 2.0 at decorated inns magical 29th Annual Schooner Wharf Bar. each weekend, Schooner Wharf Bar But that’s just the half of it. For enjoy traditional Lighted Boat Parade a complete schedule of holiday caroling and which sets sail at 8 pm happenings, ticket info, and room embrace the spirit of the season. in the historic Key West bookings, go to keywestholidayfest.com. Another tour on Key West’s Holiday Seaport. Happy Holidays!

All the holiday trappings.

Unless you have spiny antennae and have been living under a rock, you know there’s no better holiday hang out than Key West Holiday Fest. After all, with everything from Holiday Historic Inn Tours and musical performances to classic car shows, the Key West Bight Before Christmas and Schooner Wharf Bar Lighted Boat Parade, there’s no escaping the fun. For holiday schedules throughout December, visit keywestholidayfest.com.

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 17 WHAT’S UP Nightly weekly presentation about Sanchez’s life and Key West Sunset Celebration work is absolutely fascinating. Takes place Key West: Each evening, about at 2pm every Tues at the Gallery on Greene, two hours before sunset, flocks of 606 Greene St, Key West. 305-304-2323; people gather at Key West's Mallory galleryongreene.com. Square and on the pier behind the Margaritaville Resort & Marina to Wednesday – Saturday watch the sun slowly sink into the Cabaret in The Gardens Gulf of Mexico and to revel in the Key West: Key West’s Gardens Hotel is one of colorful street performers, local artists, the most beautiful boutique hotels on the island psychics and food vendors who have and every Weds through Sat from 5 - 7pm, made Key West's Sunset Celebration you can enjoy wonderful, live piano music a world-famous, multicultural in the Hotel’s intimate Cabaret. Full bar and happening. Experience it nightly at stellar wines are the coup de gras. Find at 525 Key West Sunset Celebration the end of upper Duval Street. Angela St, Key West. Info: 305-294-2661; gardenshotel.com. ONGOING Every Tuesday Mario Sanchez Original Works & Every Sunday Nightly Lecture Jazz in The Gardens Jazz at Tavern N’ Town Key West: Owner of Key West’s renowned Key West: Enjoy some terrific jazz amidst Key West: Some of Key West’s top talent Gallery on Greene, Nance Frank has lush flora and fauna during this free hang that including “Island Chanteuse” Carmen curated multiple exhibits of famed Cuban draws Key West’s top jazz cognoscenti. Full Rodriquez and Michael Thomas perform nightly artist, Mario Sanchez with catalogues for his bar, champagne and fabulous wines. Takes from 5-7pm during Key West’s best Happy exhibit presented by The American Folk-Art place from 5:30 - 8pm at the Gardens Hotel, Hour. Takes place at Marriott Beachside Resort, Museum, The Museum of the City of New 526 Angel St, Key West. Info: 305-294-2661; 3841 N. Roosevelt Blvd. Info: 305-296-8100; York as well as Cuba’s National Museum. Her gardenshotel.com. tavernntown.com.

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ho knew that what started boat seafood you’ll ever taste. as a slogan on a bumper The festival is also a Wsticker would later morph celebration of Stock Island’s into one of the season’s hottest events? colorful and vibrant heritage. Now in its fourth year, the “I Love Stock The charming little island Island” Festival, which takes place from has always been known as a Friday, December 13 through Sunday, tight-knit working community December 15, encompasses three -- from its days as a freighter great days of the very best port with “stock” for Stock Island has to offer. the liveries and a There are all kinds landing for the “So, just where is Stock Island?” you of foodie events, Key West to Cuba ferry, may ask. This tiny parcel of land lies wine, beer & rum to today’s bustling just over Cow Key Channel and is only pairings, history & fishing docks and live- a stone’s throw from Key West. art studio tours, live aboard marinas -- it’s a Don’t miss this chance to discover and entertainment, water rustic, eclectic place that explore one of our very special island sports and the freshest, reflects the way Key West communities. most delicious straight-off-the- once was.

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HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 19 WHAT’S UP Monthly night long. The party kicks off at 6:30pm on Fourth Wednesday Potluck Sat, Nov 30 and Sat, Dec 28. Sells out fast so Key West: The Studios of Key West hosts a be sure to make reservations. Takes place on casual potluck at the residency guesthouse “In the waterfront at Snook’s Bayside & Grand Tiki, the Courtyard” to welcome their newest Artists MM 99.9, Bayside, Key Largo. Info: 305-453- in Residence. Just bring an appetizer, salad, 5004; snooks.com. main dish, dessert or snack and TSKW will supply the drinks. Takes place from 6 - 8pm in November 4 the covered courtyard at the Carriage Trade Acoustic Alchemy Artist Residency House, The Studios Of Key Key West: A night of live music and dancing West, 533 Eaton St, Key West. Info: 305-296- featuring the Mambo and Cha Cha sounds 0458; tskw.org. of Havana along with Salsa, Merengue and Caribbean rhythm with Rolando Rojas & the Monthly All Star Band. Doors open 7pm; Showtime: First Thursday Art & Shopping Walk 8pm. Must be 21+. Takes place at Key West Key West: On the First Thursday of each month, Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985-0433; The Studios of Key West (TSKW), along with thekeywesttheater.com. many other neighboring galleries in the 500 Block of Fleming St, host special exhibitions November 7 - 9 from 6 - 9pm. On Dec 5, TSKW hosts Cuban Cheeca Lodge & Spa All American artists, Osmeivy Ortega, Lisandro Ramirez, & Backcountry Fishing Tournament Silvia Rivero, from 6 - 8pm and continues the Islamorada: War heroes and world-class exhibit through Dec 26; Outside the Lines, the anglers compete for trophies and awards Winter Members Exhibition, opens on Dec 5 during Cheeca Lodge’s 6th annual catch and from 6 - 8 at TSKW and continues through Dec release competition. This first-class tournament 26; Najide Shabaka, Donna Nadeau & Jim kick-offs on Thur, Nov 7 with a cocktail Ranchin premiere at TSKW on Jan 2 from 6 - reception, rules meeting, patriotic banquet on 8pm and will show through Jan 25. More info: the beach and auction. Tickets to attend the 305-296-0458; tskw.org. kickoff dinner and auction are available to the community with advance reservations. Info: Monthly 305-712-7166; cheeca.com. Third Thursday Morada Way Art Walk Islamorada: Fine arts, live music and “culinary November 8 art” are the hallmark of this festive monthly Justin Hayward event which showcases both national and Key West: Known principally as the vocalist, local artisans in galleries along the Morada lead guitarist and composer for the Moody Way Arts & Cultural District. Takes place from Blues, Justin Hayward is an enduring talent 6 - 9pm on Old Hwy, MM 81.5, Oceanside, that has helped to define the times in which he Islamorada. Info: 305-393-6012; moradaway. worked. Doors open 7pm; Showtime: 8pm. org. Takes place at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985-0433; thekeywesttheater.com. Monthly Every Third Saturday Native Plant Sale November 8 Key West: Peruse over 2,000 native, rare and MaarVelous Pet Rescues endangered plants from the Keys, Cuba “Spay-ghetti & No Balls and the Western Caribbean at this Holiday Gala” terrific monthly plant sale. Takes Key Largo: This fun annual place from 9am - Noon at the dinner, auction and Key West Tropical Forest and mega dance party Botanical Garden, 5210 benefits MarrVelous College Rd. Info: 305-296- Pet Rescues which is 1504; keywest.garden. dedicated to uniting pets with loving Monthly Fourth Sat- homes and families. urday Takes place at 6:30pm Snook’s Luau & Pig on the waterfront at the Roast Spay-ghetti & No Balls Holiday beautiful Snook’s Bayside Key Largo: Swivel your hips and Gala, Key Largo Restaurant & Grand Tiki, feast like a king during this monthly MM 99.9 Bayside, Key Largo. tropical extravaganza that boasts fire dancers, Tickets are EXTREMELY limited and not sold hula dancers, great live music and continuous at the door. Info and tickets: 305-453-1315; live entertainment that will keep you jumpin’ all spayghetti.com.

20 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West November 9 artists, a tribute to veterans, fashion show, Thunder From Down Under kids activities plus live and Chinese auctions. Key West: For 15 years, Australia’s hottest Takes place from 11am - 5pm at Marathon export has been “eye candy” for women of all Community Park, MM 49, oceanside, ages with the dancers making women happy Marathon. Info: 305-923-9976. in the blink of an eye and the unbuttoning of a shirt! This show is the ultimate bachelorette November 11 party experience. Showtimes: 7pm and Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael 10pm. Must be 21+. Takes place at Key West Jackson Experience Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985-0433; Key West: This power-packed performance thekeywesttheater.com. of Michael Jackson’s expansive catalog has ignited crowds on every continent and can only November 9 be described as a jaw-dropping, musical must- Mote Marine Laboratory’s Ocean Fest: see. Doors open 7pm; Showtime: 8pm. Takes A Community Celebration place at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: Islamorada: Underwater and outdoor 305-985-0433; thekeywesttheater.com. Snook's Luau & Pig Roast, Key Largo enthusiasts, eco travelers and families celebrate the marine environment at this fun Upper Keys November 13 November 14 festival that includes crafts, games, music, food, The Wizards of Winter Old Island Restoration Foundation’s 60th Anniversary Kick-Off Party shopping and a great silent auction. Takes Key West: This family-friendly Holiday Rock place from 11am - 5pm at Founders Park, Event features the former members of the Trans- Key West: This special event celebrates Key 8700 Overseas Hwy (MM 87 Bayside). Info: Siberian Orchestra, Rainbow, Blue Oyster Cult, West’s architecture, culture and history with 941-356-0964; mote.org. Ted Nugent, The Irish Tenors and more. Join Historic Home Tour Posters, exhibits, the them on a musical journey inside a snow globe ceremonial return of an original Captain November 10 in search of the true meaning of Christmas. Francis Watlington painting, wine tasting, small 22nd Annual Taste of The Islands Doors open 7pm; Showtime: 8pm. Takes place bites and more. Takes place from 5 - 7pm in Marathon: This award-winning event draws at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305- Lily’s Garden at the Oldest House Museum, several thousand attendees and features local 985-0433; thekeywesttheater.com. 322 Duval St. Info: 305-294-9501; oirf.org. restaurants, live entertainment, vendors and

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 21 WHAT’S UP November 16 A Night At The Museum: Bootlegger Bash Islamorada: This signature fundraiser for the Keys History & Discovery Museum is one of the Upper Keys most fun annual events. The clandestine evening features live jazz, booze, and gaming - a roaring good time! Takes place from 6 - 11pm at the Keys History & Discovery Center, MM 82 on the property of the islander Resort in Islamorada. Info and tickets: 305-922-2237; keysdiscovery.com.

November 16 2nd Annual Florida Bay Music Lighted Bike Ride, Key West Festival Islamorada: Southern rock legends 38 November 23 November 27 Special and country star Chris Janson Old Fashioned High Tea in Lily’s Garden Lighting of the Bight: Key West Harbor highlight this special fundraiser for Casting Key West: Enjoy a relaxing afternoon tea in the Walk of Lights for Cats, Big Dog Rescue Ranch and beautiful Garden at Key West’s Oldest House. Key West: The Key West Harbor lights up the Mangrove Mike’s Everglades Education. The menu includes a fresh pot of tea, petite waterfront with a fresh pine Nautical Christmas Gates open at 3pm; Music at 5pm. fresh currant & chocolate scones, a selection of Tree, a Fishing Buoy Tree and the original Key Takes place at Founders Park, MM 87 in tea sandwiches and chef’s selection of desserts. West Lobster Trap Tree. This “Harbor Walk Islamorada. Tickets and info: 305-664-2012; There will also be a special guest speaker of Lights” stays lit nightly through New Year’s castingforcats.org. on hand to talk about the history of Emiline Eve and stretches along the Key West Historic Wattlington. Takes place from 1 - 3pm in Lily’s Seaport and Key West Bight Marina. November 20 - 24 Garden at the Oldest House Museum, 322 Key West Film Festival Duval St. Info: 305-294-9501; oirf.org. November 30 Key West: This annual event showcases Holiday Artisan Fair films that exhibit excellence in storytelling November 23 Key West: Enjoy cookies and coffee as you and features screenings and special events Max Weinberg’s Jukebox stroll through a friendly, festive indoor market. at landmark venues throughout Key West, Key West: Max and his 4-piece band are Each year, over 20 artisans present unique and including the San Carlos Institute, Studios live on stage, performing over 200 rock locally produced gifts: jewelry, textiles, home of Key West and Key West Theater. Info: & roll classics, chosen in real time as the accessories and quality crafts. Takes place from kwfilmfest.com. audience calls out their favorties from a 9am - 2pm at The Studios Of Key West, 533 video menu. Doors open 7pm; Showtime: Eaton St, Key West. Info: 305-296-0458; tskw. November 21 8pm. Must be 21+. Takes place at Key West org. 38th Annual Key Largo Chamber Of Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985-0433; Commerce Cook Off thekeywesttheater.com. November 30 Key Largo: This legendary culinary Big Pine & The Lower Keys Island Art competition challenges both November 26 Festival professional and amateur The Architecture of Key West Big Pine: This fun annual holiday event always cooks and chefs, as - Garden Lecture Series draws a big crowd and includes live music, well as young Key West: Did you know exhibits, arts and crafts, food vendors and aspiring chefs, to that Key West is the more. Free admission. Takes place from create their very largest historical 8am - 2pm at the Lower Keys Chamber of best soups and district of wooden Commerce, MM 31, oceanside. Info: 305-872- chowders, structures on the 2411; lowerkeyschamber.com. appetizers, US Department main dishes, of the Interior’s December 1 - 31 sides and National Register Key West Holiday Fest salads, of Historic Places? Key West: Key West’s colorful month-long as well as Join art historian, holiday celebration includes all kinds of fun desserts. Takes Snow Philip, festivities that takes place all over the island. place from for a fascinating From the lighting of the Harbor Walk of Lights 6 - 8:30pm at presentation about the at the historic Key West Bight, holiday parades the Holiday Inn, wide variety of styles and tours of historic homes and decorated MM100, Oceanside Photo: Lodging Association of the Florida and influences that led to inns to tree lighting parties, art shows and Keys & Key West in Key Largo. Tickets: Key Key West’s unique architectural outrageous New Year’s Eve celebrations, it’s Largo Chamber of Commerce. fusion. Gates open at 6pm in Lily’s one hoot of a good time. For a complete list of Info: 305-451-4747; Garden at the Oldest House Museum, 322 events go to keywestholidayfest.com. keylargochamber.org. Duval St. Info: 305-294-9501; oirf.org.

22 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West December 1 Tree Trimming Party & Toys For Tots Drive Key West: Bring your own nautical ornament for Schooner Wharf Bar’s big beautiful 8’ Christmas Tree and enjoy a free holiday cocktail -- rum egg nog, Swedish glog or hot applejack. Prizes for most original, most nautical and most popular with the crowd. Takes place at 5pm at the Schooner Wharf Bar, in Key West’s Historic Seaport. Info: 305-292- 3773; schoonerwharf.com.

December 1 I Love Stock Island Holiday Lighting Ceremony Key West: Stock Island kicks off the season with a festive holiday tree lighting ceremony and Welcome reception. Takes place from 5:30 - 6:30pm at Fishbusterz parking lot at the corner of Maloney and 4th Street. Info: ILoveStockIsland.org.

December 4 Lighted Bike Ride Key West: Festively decorated bikes parade through Key West. Ride begins at Bayview Park at 7pm. Registration at 5pm and only requires an unwrapped gift for the Holiday Helpers Toy Drive. Info: wesleyhouse.org. December 5 35th Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute Key West: This highly acclaimed Tribute Band recreates the signature harmonies of the Key West legendary Fleetwood Mac. Doors open 7pm; Showtime: 8pm. Must be 21+. Takes place at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985- 0433; thekeywesttheater.com. Craft Show December 6 January 25 & 26, 2020 15th Annual Florida Keys Holiday Festival Islamorada: A 35’ holiday tree blows magical snow at this festive extravaganza which 55th includes a parade, caroling, holiday gift bazaar, delicious food, Vino Village, live music and a silent auction of masterpiece ornaments Old Island Days created by local artists. Takes place from 4 - 10pm at Founders Park, MM 87, Bayside. Info: 305-664-4503; islamoradachamber.com. Art Festival December 6 February 22 & 23, 2020 Lighted Bike Ride Marathon: Festively decorated bikes parade through Marathon. Ride begins at the Frontage Whitehead & Caroline Streets • 10 am - 5pm Road of the Marathon Airport at 7pm. Over 80 Local & National Artists at each event! Registration at 6:30 pm and only requires an unwrapped gift for the Holiday Helpers Toy Drive. Info: wesleyhouse.org. www.KeyWestArtCenter.com

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 23 Uncorked! Key Largo & Islamorada Food & Wine Festival

ncorked - the Key Largo & Islamorada Food & UWine Festival rolls out the red carpet on Thursday, January 9 and continues through Sunday, January 19 with ten glorious days of more than 37 wine tasting events, cooking demos, progressive wine dinners, live music, food and wine pairing classes, art & wine shows, and more. Other event highlights include the 11am to 4 pm, Islamorada’s beautiful world-class wines and pop your cork to Keys’ version of the popular television Postcard Inn & Marina, MM 84, set a some terrific live music. cooking show "Chopped" to benefit spectacular oceanfront stage for the For event info and tickets call local charities as well as multiple festival’s “Grand Tasting” - a fabulous 305-522-1300 or go to themed "how-to" cooking events. afternoon event where you can sample FloridaKeysUncorked.com. On Saturday, January 18 from signature dishes by local chefs, sip on Cheers!

24 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West WHAT’S UP December 6 & 13 Holiday Historic Inn Tours Key West: Enjoy two enchanted self-guided tours of five different decorated inns and a sampling of holiday treats and cheer at each property. Takes place on two consecutive Fridays. Info and tickets: 305-296-4959; keywestholidayfest.com.

December 7 Paula Poundstone Key West: Renowned for her clever, observational humor and spontaneous wit, Paula Poundstone will keep you laughing all the way home. Doors open 7pm; Showtime: 8pm. Must be 21+. Takes place at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985-0433; thekeywesttheater.com. FloridaKeysCelticFestival.com

December 7 10th Annual Light Up Key Largo! January 11-12, 2020 Key Largo: For one magical night, you can ice skate in the “Diving Capital Of The World” Marathon Community Park as Key Largo lights Monroe County’s tallest Christmas tree. This family friendly celebration @FLKeysCelticFest also includes an Ice Skating Rink, Santa’s Workshop, Carolers lots of holiday goodies and lots more. Tree Lighting at 8pm. Takes place KeysTix.com from 5 - 9pm at the Murray Nelson Government Center, MM 102. Info: 305-451-1414; keylargochamber.org The Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce presents... December 7 2nd Annual Lighting of the Light House 16th ANNUAL Lower Keys & Boat Parade Marathon: Enjoy food, music, performances, holiday shopping, Santa Claus and Marathon’s Nautical Expo annual Holiday Boat Parade all centered around the lighting of the iconic lighthouse Sat, Jan 11, 8am - 4pm • Sun, Jan 12 • 8am - 2pm at Faro Blanco Resort & Yacht Club, 1996 Overseas Hwy. Takes place from 4 - 9pm. Boat More than 90 vendors with great deals on supplies for Boating, parade sets sail at 7pm. Snorkeling, Diving, Fishing & Coastal Living, including Jewelry & Art

December 8 Key Colony Lighted Boat Parade Key Colony Beach: Key Colony’s Lighted Boat Parade shoves off at around 6pm from the 7th Street Canal and makes three passes at the Judges Stand before heading up and down the 8th - 12th Street canals. Best viewing is from the Sadowski Causeway and just behind City Hall. Held on the grounds of the Info: 305-743-7214. Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce 31020 Overseas Hwy, MM 31, Big Pine Key December 8 Fun for the whole family: food & beverages Eaton Street Christmas Stroll (no coolers/picnic baskets please) Key West: The Studios Of Key West, Key West For more information contact the LKCC Theater, St Paul’s Episcopal Church, Tropic (305)872-2411, (800)872-3722 Cinema and the Key West United Methodist or e-mail: [email protected] Church come together to produce this new holiday tradition on Eaton Street. Enjoy a short Christmas-themed presentation with caroling as you stroll from stop to stop. Takes place at 5pm. For tickets go to tskw.org. HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 25 Time to Celebrate the Big 6-0! Old Island Restoration Foundation Is Ready to Party

Thursday, November 14th ger Hunt, a Gingerbread House Making from 5 - 7 pm in Lily’s Party, Christmas Eve Feast, Historic Garden at The Oldest House Home Tours, New Year’s Eve Gala, Museum, 322 Duval Street. Conch Blowing Contest, and many other This special event sponsored events throughout the island. celebrates Key West’s The non-profit Old Island Restoration architecture, culture, and Foundation is responsible for the preserva- history with Historic Home tion and restoration of historically Tour Posters, exhibits, the significant buildings. Over the years, ceremonial return of an OIRF has raised and granted hundreds of original Captain Francis thousands of dollars to maintain the Oldest t’s no wonder that Key West’s Old Island Watlington painting, wine House Museum and to award grants to Restoration Foundation (OIRF) is ready tasting, small bites and more. restore historic buildings in Key West. Ito party. After all, turning 60 doesn’t But that’s just the beginning. It truly is a wonderful organization happen every day. But unlike most birth- There will also be a ton of other events worth celebrating. We hope you’ll join us days, this is no one-day event. happening through March 31st, including at one of the many great events they have OIRF’s 60th Anniversary Celebration “High Tea” in Lily’s Garden, a Garden in store. starts with a big Kick-Off Party on Lecture Series, the Mario Sanchez Scaven- More info at 305-294-9501; oirf.org.

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WHAT’S UP December 11 A Peter White Christmas Key West: Peter White’s special holiday concert brings together Euge Groove, Vincent Ingala and Lindsey Webster for a fun night of smooth jazz. Doors open 7pm; Showtime: 8pm. Must be 21+. Takes place at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985-0433; thekeywesttheater.com.

December 13 - 15 “I Love Stock Island” Festival Key West: Celebrate Stock Island’s culture and heritage with three great days of the very best Stock Island has to offer including music, foodie events, wine, beer & rum pairings, history & art studio tours, water sports and fresh straight off the boat seafood! Takes place on Stock Island. Info: 573-680-5468; ilovestockisland.org.

December 13 Stock Island Lighted Boat Parade Key West: Vessels of all shapes and sizes - from tri-masted schooners to dinghies to local Shrimp boats light up the night and compete for great cash and prizes. Parade starts at 7pm, but come early for great happy hour food at Matt’s & the Salty Oyster as well as concession multiple bars and spectacular decorated boats. Free viewing events at Stock Island Marina Village and Safe Harbor with live music at Hog Fish Bar & Grill at the official after party.

December 14 12th Annual Gingerbread House Making Party Key West: Get your gingerbread on during this Key West 2020 Season free, hands-on event that takes cookie making to a whole new level. Takes place from 11am Jan 12 - Blake Pouliot, Violin - 3pm in Lily’s Garden at the Oldest House Museum, 322 Duval St. Info: 305-294-9501; oirf.org. Jan 26 - Trio Gaspard, Violin, Cello, Piano December 14 Feb 9 - Canellakis-Brown Duo, Piano & Cello 29th Annual Schooner Wharf Bar Lighted Boat Parade Feb 23 - The Rascher´ Saxophone Quartet Key West: A magical nautical display of lights and creativity are the hallmark of this favorite holiday maritime event which takes place in Mar 8 - Natalia Kazaryan, Piano the Key West’s Historic Seaport. The boats come very close to the docks of the Schooner Mar 22 - The Calidore String Quartet Wharf Bar where the Judges Stand is located which makes it a great vantage point. Festivities kick off at 6pm. Parade starts at 8pm followed by a big Awards Party. Info:305-292-3773; ST. PAUL’S CHURCH • 401 Duval St. • TIME: 4:00 schoonerwharf.com. Admission at the door: $20 • All Students free’ keywestimpromptu.org December 14 6th Annual Parade Of Paws & Holiday Bazaar Key West: Bring your dogs, wear a t-shirt with a pix of your pet or walk with a paddle continued on page 30 28 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West Key West’s Coolest Cats Jazz In The Garden

f you’re looking for a Garden” and the weekly lineup night of great music, always showcases the island’s Ifabulous wines, stylish coolest cats including Skipper cocktails and hanging out Krippitz, Jim McAlpine, Din with the most interesting Allen, Scott Marischen, Peter people, you need to check Diamond, Carmen out “Jazz In The Garden,” Rodriguez and popular a weekly music series that duo, Debra & Patrick takes place every Sunday from to name just a few. 5:30 - 8 p.m. amidst the lush There’s no better flora and fauna of the luxe way to end your Gardens Hotel, once the largest private weekend on a high estate in Key West and now home to note. 17 luxurious guest suites, along with the jazz cognoscenti” who play to The Gardens D’Vine Wine Gallery, a state-of-the-art the crowd in an up-close and Hotel is located automated wine bar. personal setting. at 525 Angela St. between Duval This free event is a big hit with the Broadway star, Terri White, is a and Simonton. For more info, call locals and a “favorite hang for the local regular headliner for “Jazz In The 305-294-2661.

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 29 WHAT’S UP displaying your pet’s photo during this unique gives an explosive performance you won’t December 27 - 28 event that helps support the Florida Keys soon forget. Doors open 7pm; Showtime: 60th Annual House & Garden Tours SPCA. The Bazaar features entertainment, 8pm. Must be 21+. Takes place at Key West Key West: Festively-dressed Key West homes food vendors, a Kissing Booth, holiday gifts Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985-0433; and gardens take center stage during this much and more! Takes place from 10am - 2pm at thekeywesttheater.com. anticipated self-guided tour that showcases Higgs Beach. Info: 305-294-4857; fkspca. exquisite restorations, creative renovations org. December 24 and delightful interiors and exteriors. This year Noche Buena - Christmas Eve the tour includes a Bonus 6th Stop at historic December 14 Feast inns/hotels that will feature free drinks and Key Largo Lighted Boat Key West: Why go to a nibbles.The tours take place from 3 - 6pm and Parade restaurant on Christmas proceeds benefit the Old Island Restoration Key Largo: The waters Eve when you can Foundation’s museums, collection and of Blackwater Sound in enjoy a real Key education, grant and scholarship programs. Key Largo shimmer as West family dinner? Tickets and schedule available online at OIRF. decorated boats parade “Noche Buena” is org. Info: 305-294-9501. along the shoreline a long celebrated in celebration of the tradition in latin December 31 holiday season. Top communities and is “1860’s or 1960’s” Costume Gala spots for viewing and proudly celebrated Key West: Celebrate New Year’s Eve in a libations traditionally include in Key West by local ‘60s-time warp. Travel back to Jackie O, the Sundowners, Señor Frijoles and families. Local resident Hippies, or even those adorable Madmen the Marriott Key Largo Bay Resort, Wayne Garcia and his at Key West’s most exclusive costume-dinner located between MM 103-104. Info: family will be serving up a party. Includes a lively Cocktail Hour, Sit-Down 305-451-4502. traditional menu of Roast Pork, Black Beans Dinner, Open Bar, Champagne Toasts, Music and Rice, Plantains and postre. Takes place and Midnight Countdown. Reserve early - this December 15 from 6 - 10pm in Lily’s Garden at the Oldest is always a sell-out. Gates open at 6pm with Bret Michaels House Museum, 322 Duval St. Info: 305-294- dinner at 8:15pm in Lily’s Garden at the Oldest Key West: Front man for the legendary rock 9501; oirf.org. House Museum, 322 Duval St. Info: 305-294- band, Poison, chartbuster Bret Michaels 9501; oirf.org.

Acoustic Alchemy Nov. 4 Rumours Dec. 5 Bret Michaels Dec. 15 Sinbad Jan. 14

Todd Snider Jan. 21 Eric Hutchinson Jan. 22 Citizen Cope Jan. 28 FOR THE FULL LINE-UP VISIT: WWW.THEKEYWESTTHEATER.COM

30 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West at the corner of Whitehead and Fleming streets. The route, deliberately kept brief in deference to the dogs' short legs, encompasses the 400 block of Fleming St, 500 block of legendary Duval St and one-block length of Appelrouth Lane. Info: [email protected].

January 1 Songwriter Speakeasy Series: Eric Paul Levy, Raven Cooper, Michael McCloud Key West: One of Key West’s best kept secrets, this monthly series showcases local songwriters who perform their original works and tell the stories behind the songs. Doors open 6:30pm; Showtime 7pm. Must be 21+. Takes place at Key West Dachshund Walk Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985- 0433; thekeywesttheater.com. December 31 a spectacular fireworks extravaganza over New Year's Eve Celebrations Blackwater Sound between MM 103-104 in January 9 - 19 Florida Keys & Key West: Raucous New Year’s Key Largo (305-853-1685). Uncorked Food & Wine Festival Eve celebrations take place from Key West to Key Largo/Islamorada: Culinary experts step Key Largo and include the lowering of a Pirate December 31 up to the palate for ten glorious days of food, Wench from the mast of a tall ship at Schooner Key West Dachshund Walk wine and spirited events where you can enjoy Wharf Bar in Key West (305-292-9520); Key West: Frost free Key West becomes wine tastings and dinners, cooking demos, the descent of Key West’s world-famous drag a "wiener wonderland" when about 200 food and wine pairing classes, art and wine queen, Sushi, in a 6’ red high heel from the dachshunds and their owners take a New shows, a Gospel Brunch and the Florida Keys’ top of Key West’s Bourbon Street Pub Complex Year's Eve stroll through the island's picturesque famous “Chopped” Charity Event. Info: 305- at 730 Duval Street (305-294-4737); and downtown. The "Weiner Walk" begins at noon 522-1300; floridakeysuncorked.com.

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 31 WHAT’S UP January 11 - 12 free drinks and nibbles. Takes place from 16th Annual Big Pine & Lower Keys 3 - 6pm and proceeds benefit the Old Island Nautical Expo Restoration Foundation. Tickets and schedule Big Pine: Get great deals on all things nautical available online at OIRF.org. Info: 305-294- as well as on local arts and crafts, clothing 9501. and jewelry. Live music, food and beverages, too. Free admission and parking. Takes place January 17 - 19 from 8am - 2pm on the grounds of the Lower 8th Annual Baygrass Bluegrass & Keys Chamber, MM31, Oceanside. Info: 305- Craft Beer Festival 872-2411; lowerkeyschamber.com. Islamorada: This weekend-long festival kicks off in “downtown” Islamorada on Fri, Jan. 17 January 11 - 12 with a celebration along the Morada Way 7th Annual Florida Keys Celtic Festival Arts & Cultural District. On Sat, Jan 18, a fun Marathon: Break out your kilts and dancing Pickin’ Party & BBQ starts at 5pm in Founders shoes because this festive Gaelic celebration Park. The main concert, which happens on will have you kicking up your heels. Enjoy Sun, Jan 19 from 11am - 8pm, features a top acts by international Celtic bands, Celtic terrific blend of great Bluegrass music as well vendors, Celtic food and beer, highland as a Craft Beer Garden and arts & crafts athletics, and a children’s glen. Festival vendors. Info: baygrassbluegrass.com. begins on Sat, Jan 11 from, 10am - 7pm and continues on Sun, Jan 12 from 11am - January 18 5pm at Marathon Community Park, MM 49. 37th Annual Art Under The Oaks Tickets and info: 941-625-8544; Tavernier: Fine art & original crafts, keystix.com. specialty food booths and a great raffle make this a fun, family January 14 friendly event. Takes place Sinbad from 9am - 4pm at San Key West: Ranked Pedro Church Gardens, by Comedy MM 89.5, Tavernier. Central as one of Info: 305-664-0888; the “100 Greatest sanpedroparish.org. Standups of all Time,” actor and January 18 - 19 comedian Sinbad 15th Annual Florida will have you Seafood Festival rolling in the aisles. Key West: Lots going Showtime: 6:30pm. on for both adults and Must be 21+. Takes place Florida Keys Celtic Festival, kids from feasting on fresh Marathon at Key West Theater, 512 local seafood and shopping for Eaton St. Info: 305-985-0433; marine-related crafts, to face painting, thekeywesttheater.com. kids hands-on activities, raffles and live music. Takes place on Sat from 11am - 8pm and January 17 on Sun from 11am - 5pm in Bay View Park Tommy Castro at 1320 Truman Ave. Info: 305-619-0039; Key West: Whether he’s squeezing out floridakeysseafoodfestival.com. the deepest blues or playing the funkiest soul grooves, legendary blues and soul January 25 - 26 giant Tommy Castro knows how to ignite a 35th Annual Key West Craft Show crowd. Doors open 7pm; Showtime 8pm. Key West: This juried, nationally recognized Must be 21+. Takes place at Key West outdoor craft festival attracts over 100 fine Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985-0433; and skilled artists who showcase their beautiful thekeywesttheater.com. pottery, fabric, glass, wood, jewelry and other colorful handmade works. Takes place from January 17 - 18 10am - 5pm along Whitehead St from Greene 60th Annual House & Garden Tours St to Eaton and on Caroline St at Truman Key West: The annual Key West Home Tours™ Annex in Key West. Info: 305-294-1243. are one of the oldest and longest running home tours in America and features five lovely January 26 - February 2 homes and gardens on each day’s tour. Each Key West Food & Wine Festival 2020 stop reflects the varied tastes and originality of Key West: Celebrate the local culinary arts its owners. This year the tour includes a Bonus community and enjoy lots of lively events all 6th Stop at historic inns/hotels that will feature over the island including a Welcome Beach

32 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West Party, Wine Dinners, Shrimp Boil, Wine & Food Seminars, Bad Ass Brunches, “Duval Uncorked,” Neighborhood Wine Strolls, Grand Tasting and much more. Info: 305-292- 1622; KWFoodWineFest.com.

January 26 Annual Schooner Wharf Wrecker’s Cup Race Key West: This is the first leg of the spirited 7 mile race to Sand Key where bragging rights is top prize. Race kicks off at 1pm with an Awards Ceremony at 7pm. Takes place at Schooner Wharf Bar in Key West’s Historic Bight. Info: 305-292-3302; schoonerwharf.com.

January 26 26th Annual Master Chefs Classic Key West: Local chefs go head to head as they compete for best of the best in Appetizer, Entree and Dessert categories as they provide an amazing array of incredible food for those who are lucky enough to snag tickets. This event always sells out early and is a fundraiser for the MARC House. Takes place from 4 - 7pm at Margaritaville Key West Resort & Marina, 245 Front St. Info: 305- 294-9526; masterchefsclassic.com. Tickets: keystix.com.

January 28 - February 1 3rd Annual Mile 0 Festival Key West: This island-wide festival stages an early Kick Off Party on Tuesday, January 28 with a free concert on Duval Street. Subsequent concerts take place on numerous stages throughout Key West. Info: mile0fest.com.

February 4 Joan Osborne Key West: As one of the great voices of her generation, this multi-platinum selling recording artist and seven-time Grammy nominee is renowned for her gritty blues- based rock. Doors open 7pm; Showtime 8pm. Must be 21+. Takes place at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985-0433; thekeywesttheater.com.

February 9 Songwriter Speakeasy Series: Gary Hemsey, Dan Holberg, Joel Nelson Key West: One of Key West’s best kept secrets, this monthly series showcases local songwriters who perform their original works and tell the stories behind the songs. Doors open 6:30pm; Showtime 7pm. Must be 21+. Takes place at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985-0433; thekeywesttheater.com.

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 33 Don’t Miss Our FOOTLIGHTS Exciting 80th Season! he Florida Keys and Key West Christopher Peterson’s Eyecons Key West: Often compared to the legendary are home to a thriving performing Jim Baily, master of impersonations, Tarts community which stages Christo-pher Peterson is, without a doubt, world class theater, dance and concert one of North America’s foremost female impressionists-both visually and vocally. His productions from Key West to Key hit show, EYECONS, is one of the hottest Largo. Historical luminaries including tickets in town and you’ll be totally amazed playwright Tennessee Williams, novelist, by the way he transforms himself into more than a dozen famous women right before Ernest Hemingway and poet Robert your very eyes with the help of his “magic Frost, created some of their best works closet.” Catch him in the Crystal Room here and that tradition continues to- Cabaret at La Te Da, 1125 Duval St, Key West. Tickets and info: 305-296-6706; day as more and more writers, artists, lateda.com. musicians, dancers and performers flock Fringe Theater Of Key West to our small piece of paradise from all Key West: Key West is uniquely rich in over the world. historical and unusual venues and this “immersion theater” troupe literally “takes The Aquanettes: Reality Is A Drag you places,” by performing unconventional Key West: Prepare yourself for some shows in intimate settings that suit each play. amazing costumes, great music and lots of Fringe creates theater that is light on its feet, laughs when the world famous Aquanettes reflects a variety of theatrical voices and is take to the stage. This outrageous troupe also affordable. For this season’s exciting of lip-synching, wise-cracking drag queens lineup, tickets and more info: 305-707-4053; prance, dance, shimmy and shake to the FringeTheater.org. hoots and howls of a packed house. No two shows are ever the same so you never know Impromptu Concerts what’s going to happen. FYI: Bring lots of Key West: On Jan 12, award-winning dollar bills for tipping the performers — the pianist, Blake Pouliot, kicks off Impromptu’s more you tip, the more they play. Showtimes: 2020 season with a masterful performance Sun - Weds at 9pm; Th at 7 & 9pm; Fri & Sat you won’t soon forget. Trio Gaspard, whose at 7, 9 &11pm. Reservations rec-ommended. members are from Germany, Greece and the See them at Aqua Nightclub, 711 Duval UK and is one of the most sought-after trios St., Key West. Info: 305-294-0555; of its genera-tion, takes to the stage on Jan aquakeywest.com. 26 followed by the Canellakis-Brown Duo,

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34 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West two highly ac-claimed artists who perform on Feb 9. The 4pm Sunday afternoon concert series takes place at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 401 Duval St, Key West. Tickets available at the door or at keystix.com. Info: keywestimpromptu.org.

Key West Theater Key West: Originally built in 1848 as the 1st Baptist Church of Key West, this newly reno-vated performing arts center is home to a Community Stage, Rams Head Promotions, Red Barn Theatre, Key West Grate-ful Guitar, Back Stage Listening Room and the Key West Theater Recording at 8pm and plays through Sat, Dec 7 with Randy Roberts Live! Studio. It’s the place to go for top tier music, a matinee on Sun, Dec 1 at 3pm. Four Old Key West: Spotlighted on television’s hit concerts, comedy & variety specials as Broads, a laugh-out-loud comedy about a series “America’s Got Talent,” Randy Roberts well as locally pro-duced Key West events. retired burlesque queen and her cohorts at absolutely shines in this live, multi-media Located at 512 Eaton St. Info: 305-985- an assisted living facility, opens on Thurs, tribute to some of the world’s most beloved 0433; thekeywesttheater.com. Jan 16 and runs through Sat, Feb at 8pm performers. His uncanny impersonations with a matinee on Sun, Feb 2 at 3pm. On of Cher, Better Midler and Mae West are Marathon Community Theater Fri, Feb 21 and Sat, Feb 22 at 8pm, MCT spot-on and he’ll have you rolling in the Marathon: With just two actors, twenty presents a special reading of the American aisles when he performs a titillating strip characters and a barrel of laughs, Greater Classic, True West by Sam Shepard. Located tease as the bawdy Gypsy Rose Lee. But Tuna, is a hilarious send-up of small-town MM 49.5, Oceanside, (next to the Cinema) nothing compares to “Consuela,” Roberts’ morals and mores in Tuna, Texas - the state’s Marathon. Tickets and info: 305-743-0094; own self-created character which can third-smallest town. Opens on Thurs, Nov 14 marathontheater.org. only be described as Ann-Margaret, Liza continued on page 37 CHRISTOPHER PETERSON’S

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HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 35 36 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West FOOTLIGHTS Minnelli and Joan Rivers all rolled into one powerhouse performer. Catch this amazing show at La Te Da’s Crystal Room Cabaret, 1125 Duval St, Key West. Tickets and info: 305-296-6706; lateda.com.

Red Barn Theatre Key West: The Red Barn Theatre kicks off its 40th season on Tues, Dec 10 with the opening of “Tiny Beautiful Things” a hilarious and heart-warming tale about an anonymous online columnist who doles out her own particular brand of brutal honesty and incisive empathy. Catch it through Sat, Jan 4. On Tues, Jan 14 through Sat, Feb 8, Life Sucks when a group of old friends, ex-lovers, estranged in-laws and lifelong enemies gather to grapple with life’s thorn- iest questions—and each other. Frankie and Johnny In The Clair De Lune, a sometimes touching, sometimes hilarious interplay about the promise of a relationship evolving beyond a “one-night stand” takes to the stage on Tues, Feb18 through Sat, March 14. Showtimes 8pm. Located at 319 Duval St, Key West. Info and tickets at 305-296- 9911; redbarnthea-tre.com.

Waterfront Playhouse Key West: The Waterfront Playhouse kicks off its 80th season with The Informer, a timely story about a teacher and his wife who are terrified that their son, a fanatic member of the Hitler Youth, will denounce them for their critical comments about the regime. On stage Sun and Mon, Nov 3 and 4 and again on Sun and Mon, Nov 10 and 11 at 7pm. Hair In Concert, the international musical hit that changed the sound and the face of the Broadway musical opens on Fri, Nov 22 and plays through Mon, Nov 25. Stampeding elephants, raging typhoons and runaway trains star in Around the World in 80 Days, an unabashedly slap-stick about one amazing race. Opens Thur, Dec 12 at 8pm and plays through Sat, Dec 28 with a special preview on Wed, and Thurs, Dec 11. The world premiere of Glass, explores what happens when the legendary Tennessee Williams and actress Laurette Taylor meet backstage on the opening night of The Glass Menagerie. Opens on Thur, Jan 16 at 8pm and plays through Sat, Feb 1 with a special preview on Tues, Jan 14 and Wed, Jan 15. Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill, a salty, often humorous take on one of Billie Holiday’s last performances in 1959, opens on Wed, Feb 12 at 7pm and lights up the stage through Sat, Feb15. Located at 310 Wall St, Key West. Tickets and info: 305- 294-5015; waterfrontplayhouse.org.

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 37 OTHER FLORIDA It doesn’t matter HAPPENINGS Monthly HOW you get here... “Climb to the Moon” at Ponce de Leon Lighthouse don’t miss Daytona: Once each month during a full moon, Southwest Florida’s you can climb to the top of the 175’ Ponce Inlet Lighthouse and experience spectacular views of Premier Art Festival! the sunset and moonrise. Toast the setting sun with a sparkling beverage, enjoy tasty hors d’ oeuvres and revel in the panoramic vistas of the ocean, inlet, and inland waterways under It’s worthWeekend the drive!Packages the brilliant light of the full moon. For a real available including the treat, you can join the lighthouse keeper for a VIP Experience! journey into the past and discover the unique history of this National Historic Landmark which has been a Florida Coast beacon for more than 130 years. Limited to 25 participants. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Info and reservations: 386.761.1821 ext. 10; admin@ ponceinlet.org. Find it at 4931 S. Peninsula FEBRUARY 1 & 2, 2020 Drive, Ponce Inlet, FL 32127. ponceinlet.org. OPENING NIGHT JAN. 31! January 11 - 12 35th Annual Cape Coral Arts & Music DOWNTOWN Festival FORT MYERS RIVERFRONT Cape Coral: Now in its 35th year, this highly anticipated festival showcases the works of For hotel packages and more info: ArtFestFortMyers.com more than 300 juried artists and artisans. An array of vendors also offer a wide variety of food & beverages, as well as live music. Admission and parking are free. Takes place on Cape Coral Pkwy, Cape Coral. Info: CapeCoralFestival.com.

January 18 - 19; Jan 25 - 26 & 31; & February 1 - 2 34th Annual Hoggetowne Medieval Faire Gainesville: For three magical weekends, the Alachua County Fairgrounds transforms into “Hoggetowne” - a medieval marketplace where you can immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Middle Ages. Open Jan 18 -19 and Jan 25 - 26 from 10am - 6pm; Jan. 31from 9:30am - 4:30pm; and on Feb 1- 2 from 10am - 6pm. Find it at 3100 NE 39th Ave. in Gainesville. Info: HoggetowneFaire.com.

February 1 - 2 ArtFest Ft. Myers Fort Myers: Artfest kicks off with Friday Night Opening Party on Jan 31and features many festival artists under the stars from 6 to 10pm. On Sat and Sun, you can enjoy the works of 200 outstanding professional artists from across the country, as well as a high school art competition, art demos, children’s craft area and a sidewalk chalk extravaganza. Free admission and plenty of parking. Takes place from 10am - 5pm. Info: ArtFestFortMyers.com.

38 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West Home of The Original XPLORE Airboat Tours Since 1945

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COOPERTOWN AIRBOATS HURRICANE MONUMENT 22700 SW 8th Street MM 82, On The Median, US 41 - Tamiami Trail, Miami, FL 33010 Islamorada, FL 33036 305-226-6048 305-664-4503 coopertownairboats.com Open 24/7 Seasonal Hours National Historic Site Home of The Original Airboat Tours Created in 1937, this national historic site Enjoy the pure thrill of an airboat ride across memorializes the hundreds of World War I a “river of grass’ in what the Miami Herald veterans and civilians who lost their lives in Private tours available and New York Times rates as “Florida’s Best.” the Florida Keys’ worst natural disaster - the The first hour of the tour takes you You’ll fly right into the heart of the Everglades, infamous Labor Day Hurricane of 1935. deeper into the heart of Everglades America’s most unique and fragile ecosystem, As part of the National Register of Historic National Park. Your where you can explore a wide prairie of Places, the monument marks a crypt which personal guide will take you on open sawgrass, travel through Hardwood contains the skeletal bones and cremated a 20-30 mile tour into the Hammocks, visit alligator holes and see an remains of more than 400 victims. sawgrass prairies, through abundance of unique Everglades wildlife. Hardwood Hammocks and to INDIAN KEY HISTORIC an old hunting camp. FLORIDA KEYS HISTORY & DISCOVERY STATE PARK Enjoy frog legs and alligator tail CENTER Offshore Island, MM 78.5 Oceanside at world-famous Islander Resort Islamorada, FL 33036 Coopertown Restaurant. MM82 Oceanside 305-664-2540 Islamorada, Fl 33036 floridastateparks.org Locations available for Movie’s, 305-922-2237; keysdiscovery.com Open Daily 8 am - Sunset Fashion, Photo and Corprate. Open W - Su 10am - 5pm Historic Indian Site Voted #1 by Miami Herald Where the “Old Keys” Come To Life This tiny island once housed the largest This engaging educational attraction population between St. Augustine and Key encapsulates what living in the “Old Keys.” was West and was also home to one of the Coopertown really like through a series of fascinating exhibits Keys' most lucrative ship wrecking empires. that include the infamous Labor Day Hurricane In 1840, Indian warriors burned all the Airboat Rides of 1935, Henry Flagler’s Railroad, the Overseas structures and killed most of the residents. Highway, legendary anglers and fishing guides Accessible only by boat, it’s a fantastic spot 305-226-6048 and lots more. The Center also hosts a special to swim, kayak and hike. Boat shuttle and 11 miles west of Wednesday Night Lecture Series that starts kayak rentals available from Robbie’s Marina the Florida Turnpike on US 41 at 6 pm on Nov 14, Nov 28 and Dec 12. at MM 77.5, Gulfside. 22700 SW 8th Street, Miami Reservations strongly recommended. www.coopertownairboats.com

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 39 XPLORE JOHN PENNEKAMP CORAL REEF PARK MUSEUM MM 102.6, Oceanside Key Largo, FL 33037 305-451-6300 pennekamppark.com AQUARIUMS Open Daily 8 am - Sunset America’s First Underwater Park Approximately 21 miles long and four miles wide, this national treasure is famous for its THEATER spectacular coral gardens, 600+ species of exotic fish, turtles and old sailing wrecks. Plenty Mention this of activities throughout the park so there’s lots Florida Keys ad for $2 OFF to do and see. There are also two beaches, admission. campsites, picnic areas, a Visitors Center, Gift Shop, Dive Shop and Concession Stand.

LIGNUMVITAE KEY BOTANICAL PARK Offshore island, MM 78.5, Gulfside Islamorada, FL 33036 305-664-2540 Open Th - M 8 am - 5:30 pm; Tours F-Su The Real Florida Keys With its thriving virgin tropical hardwood On the property of the Islander Resort, Islamorada, MM 82 Oceanside hammock, this nature preserve has been Open Wednesdays through Sundays • 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. called “the last place that truly represents the Florida Keys.” In 1919, a wealthy Miami 305-922-2237 • www.keysdiscovery.com chemist bought the tiny island and built a Florida Keys History and Discovery Foundation, which operates the Discovery Center, is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit organization. caretaker’s home which is now a Visitor Center for the island forest. Ranger-guided tours. Accessible only by boat. Boat shuttle and kayak rentals available from Robbie’s Marina at MM 77.5, Bayside, Islamorada.

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AQUARIUM ENCOUNTERS MM 53 Gulfside Marathon, FL 33050 305-407-3262 FloridaKeysAquariumEncounters.com Open Daily 9 am - 5 pm - 365 Days a Year As Seen On the TV Show “Tanked” You don’t need a boat to immerse yourself in underwater adventure. Whether you want to be in the water or stay on dry land, this fabulous aquarium attraction is just the ticket. Not only can you hand-feed giant tarpon in the beautiful open canals and actually touch marine life in a shallow open aquarium, you can also snorkel a natural marine habitat in the enclosed saltwater lagoon. Want more action? Try swimming in the enormous Coral Reef Tank where you can dive or snorkel with colorful schools of local reef fish and go face-to-face with sharks in the adjoining Predator Reef Tank. Separated by a 6” clear plexiglass window the Predator Reef Tank is home to a variety of shark, Goliath Grouper and Moray Eels. You can even feed the sharks through special underwater feeding ports as onlookers watch all the action from the main underwater viewing area. Yowza!

40 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West BAHIA HONDA STATE PARK MM 37, Oceanside, Big Pine Key, FL 33043 305-872-2353 bahiahondapark.com JOIN US FOR WRECKERS RACE Open Daily 8 am - Sunset One Of The Nation’s Top Beaches Often cited as one of the nation’s “Top 10 Beaches,” this glorious palm-studded beach, with its beautiful crystalline water, offers superb swimming and snorkeling close to shore. In addition to the beach, the Park’s 524 acres of subtropical flora and fauna, nature trails, cabins, campsites and boat ramps make it a nature lover’s dream. Snorkeling and windsurfing rentals available. Admission fee.

DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER MM 59, Gulfside Grassy Key/Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-1121 dolphins.org Open Daily 9 am - 4:30 pm One Of The Keys Oldest Dolphin Facilities Founded in 1984 as a non-profit marine LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH (JAN-APRIL) mammal education and research facility, the KEY WEST BIGHT DRC is one of the oldest dolphin facilities ALSO OFFERING: MIMOSA, DAY & SUNSET SAILS in the Keys. There are several sensational SAIL-KEYWEST.COM opportunities here for up-close introductions with many exciting interactive programs available daily, as well as educational narrated sessions. Advance reservations are usually required for dolphin swims.

HISTORIC PIGEON KEY Offshore Island Marathon, FL 33050 305-743-5999 pigeonkey.net Open Daily 10 am - 4 pm Step Back In Time This tiny coral island was the original work camp for workers who built the Key West extension of the Flagler Railway and once housed a thriving village of more than 400 people until the railroad’s demise in 1935. Today you can tour the island’s historic buildings, picnic on the lawn or snorkel in the shallow bay. Ferry departs from Knight’s Key, MM 47, Oceanside on the north side of the 7 Mile Bridge at 10 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm and 2:30 pm.

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HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 41 Mel Fisher Maritime “Today’s the Day!” Heritage Mel Fisher Maritime Museum Museum 200 Greene Street he former chicken-farmer- Key West, Florida turned-treasure hunter, Mel www.melfisher.org TFisher, hunted doggedly for 305.294.2633 years in search of the treasure- packed Spanish galleon, Nuestra Señora de Atocha, which sank in a hurricane off the Florida Keys in 1622 en route back to Spain from Cuba. Finally, on July 22, 1985, just People are three years before Mel’s death talking ... and after 16 years of proclaiming, “Today Is The Day,” Fisher’s crew “Spectacular hit pay dirt when they finally museum” ... discovered the Atocha’s “Mother “So interesting” Lode” about 35 miles offshore from ... the Florida Keys. “Huge fan The legendary shipwreck salvor of this place” died in 1998, but his legacy ... lives on at Key West’s Mel Fisher “So many artifacts Maritime Museum, where you can to view” ... see the richest single collection “Well done and of 17th-century maritime and great story” shipwreck antiquities in the Western ... Hemisphere. at more than a quarter of a million “One of our Top The amazing treasure trove includes a dollars. Three in Key West” fortune in gold, silver bars and priceless And get this: you can actually hold ... artifacts from the prized Atocha and a gold bar found on one of the wreck “A must see” sister ship, Santa Margarita which sank sites. in the same storm. Also on display are artifacts from New Exhibition Originally destined for the the English merchant slave vessel, “Flashpoint” coffers of Spain, the Henrietta Marie, which precious cargo was sank in 1700 near the laden with a horde Marquesas Keys. of contraband You can find all emeralds, of this and more religious and at the Mel Fisher secular jewelry, Maritime Museum, rare navigational 200 Greene Street instruments, in Key West. For more historical weapons information, call 305-294- and a gold chain valued 2633 or go to melfisher.org.

42 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West XPLORE “Today’s the Day!” TURTLE HOSPITAL MM 48.5, Gulfside Mel Fisher Maritime Museum Marathon, FL 33050 305-743-2552 turtlehospital.org Open Daily 10 am - 4 pm The World’s Only Certified Sea Turtle Hospital The only state-certified veterinary hospital in the world for sea turtles. This unique non- profit organization is also the only facility that rehabilitates injured sea turtles (up to 70 per year) and releases them back into the wild. You can engage in educational discussions, get a behind-the-scenes look at the hospital and enjoy a fascinating guided tour through the turtle rehab area. Reservations required.

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BAREFOOT BILLY’S Casa Marina Resort 714 Seminole St Key West, Fl 33041 305-735-2241; barefootbillys.com Open Daily Home Of The Original Island Jet Ski Tour Billy Mosblech loves being on the water and for the last 20 years, he has owned and operated Key West’s premium jet ski company. Home of the Original Guided Island Jet Ski Tour, Billy can also hook you up with snorkel gear, kayaks, paddle boards, flyboards, Hobie Cats and more. He also offers a Dolphin Watch & Snorkeling Tour, Morning Island Cruise and Sunset Harbor Cruise. Looking for a bike or scooter? Billy rents those, A too! In addition to his Casa Marina location, TE CH RTER VA S• you can also find Barefoot Billy’s at the Reach RI S P P • E Resort,1435 Simonton St, Key West. S C L I I A A L

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HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 45 Fins Up! The Keys’ Top 10 Places To Dive

f you’re ready to see the Keys from a whole Sunk in 1986, the wreck is covered by a as the most beautiful in North America. new perspective, grab your fins and check thick coating of colorful sponges, corals and Depths ranging from 1’ - 30’ makes for easy Iout some of these not-to-be-missed spots. hydroids. A jewfish estimated to weigh 500 snorkeling and diving. 1. USS Spiegel Grove lbs stands guard near the bow. 8. USS Wilkes-Barre Located 6 miles off Key Largo, the 510’ 5. Sombrero Reef Built in 1942, this 608’ long, 10,000 Spiegel Grove is the largest ship ever Marked by a 140’ lighthouse, world lb. WWII cruiser is the largest ship to be intentionally sunk as an artificial reef. Resting famous Sombrero Reef is one of the most reefed in the Keys. Located off Cudjoe Key, on a flat sand plain 130’ deep, the massive magnificent coral reefs in the Middle Keys. the ship rests in two separate pieces in 140’ size of this 84’ wide wreck is a sight to With depths ranging from 5’ to 35,' this to 250’ of water and is one of the most behold and has an American flag waving protected marine preserve is perfect for impressive wrecks in the area. As one of proudly in the current. divers and snorkelers of all levels. the Keys’ deepest dives, it’s a “must see” for 2. Christ of the Abyss 6. Adolphus Busch highly experienced decompression divers. Located in the John Pennekamp Coral Reef Featured in a 1957 Robert Mitchum and 9. West Sambos State Park, this 4,000 lb., solid bronze statue Rita Hayworth flick titled "Fire Down Below,” Four miles south of Boca Chica is one stands 9’ tall and with a depth of just 15,’ it’s this 210’ long ex-movie-star freighter was of the prettiest reefs in the world. As part great for both snorkelers and divers. sunk in 1998 and sits majestically of a strictly protected ecological reserve, it 3. Eagle & Alligator Reef upright in 110’ of water off boasts the greatest habitat diversity in the Just offshore from of the Lower Keys. The Lower Keys. At the west end, in just 25’ of Islamorada lies another ship now plays host water, grow large fields of coral. In slightly spectacular dive site: to a pair of 400 lb. deeper water, large stand-alone coral heads Eagle and Alligator jewfish, hovering dot the sea floor and support a community Reef. The Eagle, a 287’ trumpetfish, of sea creatures. freighter that was sunk large permit and 10. Gen. Hoyt S. Vandenberg in 1985, lies about colorful tropicals. Located off of Key West, this former 110’ down and attracts 7. Looe Key 520’ military troop transport is the world’s schools of tarpon and This 5.5-square- second largest purposely sunk vessel and permit, as well as angelfish mile protected attracts a healthy population of marine life. and dozens of tropical species. underwater ecosystem is Sitting 140’ below the surface, most of the 4. Thunderbolt named after a frigate which massive wreck lies 40’ to 50’ down which Just off Marathon lies a 188’ military ship sank here in 1744. Although the wreck no makes it a great dive for both novice and which sits perfectly upright in 115’ of water. longer exists, the coral reef is often cited experienced divers.

46 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West Good Eats UPPER KEYS Terrific Waterfront Hideaway Discover some of the best food around at this intimate Keys hideaway overlooking ATLANTIC EDGE RESTAURANT Garden Cove Marina. The fresh sauteed At Cheeca Lodge Lobster Rueben and Corny Blue Crab Cakes MM 82, Oceanside Islamorada, FL 33036 are truly Blue Ribbon worthy and you 305-664-4651 just can’t go wrong with any of the fresh cheeca.com seafood selections or Prime steaks. FYI: Open Daily 7 am – 10 pm The Champagne Sunday Brunch is also Gourmet Food & Island Romance outstanding. Full bar. Major credit cards. With stunning views of the Atlantic and Catering available. both indoor and outdoor seating, this gracious landmark is renowned for its artfully CIAO HOUND ITALIAN KITCHEN & prepared fresh local seafood, prime steaks, BAR locally grown organic produce, tantalizing Postcard Inn @ Holiday Isle array of house-made desserts and over 200 MM 84, Oceanside, Islamorada, FL 33036 hand-picked select wines. Cited as one of Open Su - Th 5 - 10pm: F & Sa 5 - 11pm “Florida’s 500 Best Places to Dine” and 305-664-5300 honored with Wine Spectator’s Award Of ciaohound84.com Excellence. Relaxed Italian Dining Islamorada’s Italian kitchen pairs authentic BUZZARDS ROOST Tuscan flavors with fresh Keys-sourced MM 106.5, Oceanside, Just Off U.S. 1 at ingredients and Rat Pack-era tunes. The big Card Sound Rd. Key Largo, FL 33037 menu includes lots of appetizers, salads, 305-453-3746 brick oven flatbreads and sandwiches, along Open M-Su 11 am - 9 pm Key Largo Fisheries continued on page 48

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 47 Good Eats with an excellent selection of pastas, seafood and house specialties. The oven-baked herb and parmesan crusted Mahi-Mahi with crispy pancetta, rapini and Marsala jus is especially wonderful. Other favorites: pan sautéed Chicken Francese in lemon-white wine wine caper sauce; and the Ravioli Lobster: butter-tossed tomatoes, asparagus and lobster chunks in brandy-paprika cream sauce. You’ll also find a full bar that serves top notch wines by the glass and bottle, local and imported beers and nearly a dozen Italian-inspired cocktails. Added bonus: A fido-friendly patio.

FISH HOUSE & SEAFOOD MARKET MM 102.4, Oceanside, Key Largo, FL 33037 305-451-4665 fishhouse.com Open M-Su 11:30 am - 10 pm Featured On The Food Network Heralded by Fodor’s, Zagat, Southern Living and Travel & Leisure, this local landmark is famous for its “Conch-style” cooking and casual, “Old Keys” vibe. Fresh fish is the trademark here, brought in the back door daily by local fishermen and filleted on premises. FYI: The Baked Stuffed Catch with homemade blue crab stuffing is excellent and the Key Lime Pie is as good as it gets. Full bar. Major credit cards.

GREEN TURTLE INN M 81.2, Oceanside, Islamorada, FL 33036 305-664-2006 greenturtleinn.com Open Tu- Sun 7 am - Close The Turtle Rests On Monday Islamorada’s Iconic Restaurant & Bar This Islamorada icon is one of the Keys’ most popular places to hang out. Locals flock here for the fabulous breakfast (served until 3 pm) as well as the inventive lunch and dinner fare which includes fresh seafood, chops, steaks and more. Daily Specials, Happy Hour & an extensive wine list. Full service catering and event planning. Our new addition “The Nest” has 9 TV’s, 20 beers on tap, a full bar and air conditioning!

KAIYO GRILL & SUSHI MM 81.7, Oceanside, Old Highway Islamorada, FL 33036 305-664-5556 kaiyokeys.com Open M - Sa 5 - Close Hip Dining Jewel The land meets the sea at this popular Keys’ landmark heralded for it’s fresh sushi, inventive wood-fire grilled specialties & connoisseur’s wine list. The menu here is a

48 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West If the seafood were any fresher, notable collaboration by Kaiyo’s celebrated chefs who have a special knack for creating it would be swimming… rich, deeply flavored dishes with an Asian- Island twist. This is one indulgent respite you don’t want to miss. Full-service catering & event planning.

KEY LARGO FISHERIES 1313 Ocean Bay Dr., Key Largo, FL 33037 305-451-3782 keylargofisheries.com Cafe Open M-Sa 10 am - 8 pm Market Open 7 am -5:30 pm; F & Sa ‘till 7 pm Best Lobster BLT Hosts, Chef Lupe Ledsma, David Ornelas and Juvenal Sanchez Regarded as one of the Key’s top wholesale innovativly prepare the freshest seafood in town at this casual, family- seafood companies, this family-run Fishery friendly eatery. Great steaks, chicken, vegetarian and seafood pastas, also houses a renowned Retail Seafood Market that sells fresh seafood right off Keys-Style dishes and sandwiches along with a great kids menu - all at the docks, as well as a delightful outdoor reasonable prices - make it a Keys favorite! “Backyard Cafe” where you can get terrific We’ll even cook your catch! house-made specialties like Conch Salad, Caesar Seafood Wraps and Fish Baskets. But MM 102, Bayside Key Largo it’s the chart-topping Lobster BLT & Lobster BLT 305-451-0565 Soup that will totally flip your flops! lazylobsterinthekeys.com

LAZY DAYS Open Daily Lunch: 11am - 4pm MM 79.9, Oceanside, Islamorada, FL Dinner: Su -Th 4 - 930pm; F & Sa 4 - 10pm 33036 305-664-5256 lazydaysrestaurant.com Open M-Su 11am - 9:30pm; F & Sa. ‘till 10pm Award-Winning Favorite Here's a place where you can enjoy award- SNOOKS winning Keys-style dishes in a spectacular oceanfront setting. Boat-to-table seafood, certified Black Angus steaks, innovative pasta BAYSIDE and chicken dishes, along with some terrific house specialties headline a large menu that consistently wins rave reviews. Lots of seating options, including an outside waterfront patio, covered seaside porch, cozy indoor dining room or beachside bistro with tables nestled in the sand. FYI: The fish sandwich is an absolute "Must!" Happy Hour from 4 - 6 Join Us for Our Stunning Setting p.m. with 3 for $1.00 appetizers at the bar. Famous Polynesian Luau Spectacular Sunsets November 30th Lunch & Dinner December 28th Local Fish & Steaks Daily Music

Key Largo • 305-453-5004 • www.snooks.com Make Cruizin’ Tikis Part of Your Snooks Experience! Lazy Days, Islamorada

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 49 Award-Winning Keys-Style Food Right On The Beach!

Voted Best Waterfront Dining & Best Seafood Restaurant

Boat-to-table seafood, Certified Black Angus® steaks, innovative pasta and chicken dishes all served in a casual oceanfront setting. Bring your fresh catch and we’ll cook that, too!

Lunch Daily 11am - 4pm Dinner Nightly Su-Th 4 - 9:30pm | Fi & Sa 4-10pm MM 79.9 Oceanside, Islmaorada, Florida Keys 305-664-5256 | lazydaysrestaurant.com Legendary.

World class cuisine.

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Dinner Nightly at 5:30pm Reservations recommended 305.664.3391 83000 Overseas Hwy., Islamorada ziggieandmaddogs.com Good Eats LAZY LOBSTER MM 102, Bayside, Key Largo, FL 33037 305-451-0565 lazylobsterinthekeys.com Open Daily for lunch & Dinner Wonderful Little Gem Award-winning Chef, Lupe Ledesma of Lazy Days acclaim has brought his magical touch to this casual family-friendly eatery in Key Largo. And true to form, he and his team have another winner on their hands. The deep fried lobster sandwich with jalapeno bread crust is just amazing. Other favorites: Wasabi- encrusted tuna, Shrimp Diablo and Conch Ceviche - all are out of this world. Lazy Days signature banana bread is also a staple here - yum!

LOR-E-LEI MM 82, Bayside, Islamorada, FL 33036 305-664-2692 loreleifloridakeys.com Open M-Su 8 am - 11 pm Best Keys Sunset Celebration Home to the world famous Lor-e-lei Back Country Fishing Guides, this casual family- friendly waterfront restaurant & Cabana Bar has one of the best sunset views in the Keys and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week with nightly specials, fresh local seafood and a variety of other delicious dishes. Live entertainment by local bands. Happy Hour specials from 4-6 pm Major credit cards.

MANGROVE MIKE’S CAFE & CATERING 82200 Overseas Hwy Gulfside Islamorada, Fl 33036 305-664-8022 mangrovemikes.com Open Daily 6am - 2pm “Award-Winning Breakfast & Lunch Joint” Yes, there really is a "Mangrove Mike" and Laid-Back he's been flipping flapjacks and serving up Waterfront Island Dining & Tiki Bar hearty homemade breakfasts and lunches in this funky Keys "diner" since 1998. We Social Starters • Handcrafted Burgers/Sandwiches eat here all of the time because the food Big Salad Burger Bowls • Frozen Treats • Specialty Cocktails is exceptionally good and the portions are

OPEN FOR LUNCH AND DINNER DAILY FROM 11:30AM-10PM humungous (the Breakfast Tater Tot Towers are insane!). Huge selection of gluten-free Located at Amara Cay Resort breakfast and lunch options, too. Full catering 80001 Overseas Highway, Islamorada services also available. Bring your appetite! amaracayresort.com (305) 664-0073

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52 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West MIA CUCINA Innovative, Eclectic American/Caribbean At Cheeca Lodge & Spa Super fresh, local seafood and produce MM 82, Oceanside, Islamorada, are the stars of the show at this laid-back, FL 33036 outdoor Mediterranean bistro cafe which 305-664-4651 sits directly on a glorious, palm-lined beach. cheeca.com The food is innovative and eclectic but also Open for Lunch & Dinner includes a hearty selection of American Outstanding Neapolitan Pizzeria favorites. Enjoy made to order, artisanal pizzas, house-made pastas and NIKAI SUSHI BAR & RESTAURANT authentic Italian cooking in an At Cheeca Lodge eclectic, colorful space that’s MM 82, Oceanside' Islamorada, FL 33036 perfect for family dining. Lots of 305-664-4651 fresh and flavorful items to choose cheeca.com from including Margherita and Open Nightly 6 – 10 pm Funghi with Truffle Pizza, Shrimp A Taste of the Far East Scampi Capellini, Heirloom This ultra cool Sushi Bar serves exceptional Grape Tomato Caprese and other fresh sushi and creative Japanese-inspired reimagined and classic Italian fare along with a unique selection of hot favorites. and cold Sakes, boutique wines and tropical cocktails. “Must Haves: the Wahoo Tataki, MORADA BAY BEACH CAFE Tuna Poke Bowl, and Scallop Shooters. Lots & BAR of interesting Ramen dishes, as well, along MM 81.6, Bayside, Islamorada, with a great selection of tantalizing nigiri, FL 33036 sashimi, and signature sushi rolls like the 305-664-3225 “Big Kahuna” with tuna, avocado, lobster moradabay.com salad, pineapple ginger glaze and toasted Ciao Hound Kitchen & Bar, Islamorada Open Daily for Lunch & Dinner macadamia. Yum!

Good Food. GREAT FRIENDS. RUFF LIFE. RELAXED ITALIAN DINING

Classic Italian Dishes / Daily Cocktail & Wine Specials Seafood / Flatbreads / Sandwiches / Dog-Friendly “Pooch Patio” Serving Dinner Daily Sunday-Thursday: 5pm-10pm / Friday & Saturday: 5pm-11pm LOCATED AT POSTCARD INN BEACH RESORT & MARINA Ciao Hound Italian Kitchen & Bar | 84001 Overseas Highway, Islamorada OYSTER RAW BAR Double Deck Raw Bar with Oyster Shucking Station, Seafood Display Case and Drink Rail with Ocean Views 305.664.5300 // ciaohound84.com @Ciahound_Islamorada

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 53 OP-39135 PIBRHI Ciao Hound Destination Mag Sept 2019 CR-0.indd 1 9/20/19 1:43 PM Good Eats PIERRE’S downstairs in the Green Flash lounge and Applewood smoked bacon; and the MM 81.6 Bayside, Islamorada, FL 33036 or outside on the beautiful wrap-around “Black ’N Blue,”heaped with caramelized 305-664-3225 veranda overlooking the bay. onions, lettuce, Applewood smoked bacon moradabay.com and blue cheese. There’s also a terrific house Open Nightly for Dinner REEL BURGER made Portobello Burger, grilled or blackened Eclectic, Haute Cuisine At Amara Cay Resort “Catch of the Day” and a Cilantro-Lime Nestled on the second floor of a magnificent 80001 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL Marinated Grilled Chicken sandwich. Fresh plantation-style house this “Islamorada 33063 fish tacos, grilled jumbo shrimp, lots of great Stunner” is renowned for its world- 305-664-0073 apps, and specialty Tiki & Craft cocktails influenced, French fusion amaraycayresort.com make this tropical oceanside spot a fun place cuisine. Everything Open Daily 11:30am - 10pm to chill. on the menu is Get Hooked On The Reel beautifully Deal SNOOK’S BAYSIDE GRAND TIKI prepared and If you’re in the mood MM 99.9, Bayside, Key Largo, FL 33037 served in a for a really good 305-453-5004 romantic, burger, look no snooks.com candlelit, further. These big, Open M-Su 11 am - 10 pm 19th century juicy, made to Daily Sunset Celebration/Happy Hour “Indian order hand-helds, One Of The Keys Top Picks arcade” all built with a If there’s anywhere that can convince you which is custom blend of to hang your flip flops in the Florida Keys, walled with ground beef, are it’s this hidden waterfront hot spot where extraordinary the “reel” deal. spectacular sunsets create perfect “ah-ha” artifacts from Standouts include the moments and mint-garnished mojitos blow Morocco, India classic “Backyard BBQ you away. Winning rave reviews on South and Africa. You ” burger with American Florida’s popular TV show, “Check Please,” can also enjoy eating Ziggie & Mad Dog's cheese, LTO, sweet pickles the chandliered grand Tiki with its expansive Islamorada

An Islamorada landmark since 1947 Nestled in Downtown Islamorada Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Sushi & Island Cuisine Meet Wood-Fire Grill Offsite Catering Available Offsite Catering is Available

The Turtle Rests on Monday Open Monday-Saturday Tuesday thru Sunday 5pm to Close 7am to Close MM 81.7 Oceanside MM 81.2 Oceanside 305.664.5556 305.664.2006 www.KaiyoGrill.com www.GreenTurtleInn.com

54 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West 5,000 square foot lounging deck is also home to island luaus and and incredible nightly sunset celebrations.

SQUARE GROUPER 80.4 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, Fl 33061 786-901-5678 squaregrouperbarandgrill.com W - Su 11:30am - 2pm; 5 - 10pm Closed Tu & W Heralded Keys Landmark Eatery Comes to Islamorada Good news for Square Grouper fans at MM 22.5 on Cudjoe Key: the heralded Lower Keys landmark has opened a new Green Turtle, Islamorada Kaiyo Grill and Sushi, Islamorada waterfront location within the Islamorada Marina complex. The innovative and eclectic ZIGGIE & MAD DOG’S sophisticated steak, chops and seafood menu mirrors the original location with a big MM 83, Bayside, Islamorada, FL 33036 restaurant that feels more like Tommy offering of fresh seafood, sandwiches, salads 305-664-3391 Bahama than Ernest Hemingway. The and prime steaks, as well a fantastic wine ziggieandmaddogs.com current, and now famous incarnation is list. Local favorites include the Ahi Tuna Egg Open nightly 5 - 10 pm, Fr & Sa ‘till 11 pm better than ever and has become THE place Rolls, Flash Fried Conch, homemade Smoked Best Porterhouse Steak for fine dining in the Keys. Orchid garnished Fish Dip and lots of signature Land and Sea Revived in 2005 by former Miami Dolphins’ cocktails, international wines, an outstanding dishes. If you haven’t had an opportunity to tight end and sports broadcaster, Jim ”Mad a-la-carte menu and nightly specials make make it to the original Lower Keys location, Dog” Mandich and longtime business it one of the Keys’ top dining spots which now’s your chance to see what everyone’s partner Randy Kassewitz, the legendary always draws a colorful celebrity clientele. been raving about! Ziggie’s Crab Shack is now sleek and

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 55 Good Eats MIDDLE & LOWER KEYS

FRANK'S GRILL MM 52, Gulfside, Town Square Mall Marathon, Fl 33050 305-289-7772 Lunch M-Fr 10 am - 3 pm Dinner M - Sa 5 - 9 pm. Highly Acclaimed Old-World Italian Frank Farello’s highly acclaimed trattoria embraces his family's Old World Italian recipes but is also highly regarded for the excellent American and Classic preparations. You’ll find over a dozen handcrafted pasta dishes, along with some great signature favorites including Snapper Francaise, Veal Piccata, Chicken Marsala, Steak Roma and Shrimp Scampi. Beer and wine.

KEY COLONY INN MM 53.5, 700 West Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 305-743-0100 kcinn.com Open Daily for lunch & dinner Award-Winning Local Favorite The big “Cheers” type bar, with its old time country club atmosphere, is a favorite locals’ hangout. Chef/Owner Sergei Proudnik’s diverse menu includes 75 Italian, fresh seafood and Continental specialties. The weekend Prime Rib Special always draws a big crowd. A popular spot for weddings and special events. Full bar. Daily Happy Hour. Live entertainment. Exceptional Sunday Brunch in-season.

Lunch 11-2:30 & Dinner 5-10 • Open Tuesday - Saturday LIGHTHOUSE GRILL Faro Blanco Hyatt Resort 1996 Overseas Hyw, Marathon, FL 33050 305-743-9018 faroblancoresort.com Open M-Th 10 am - 11 pm; Su 11 am - 11 pm; F & Sa 11 - 1 am Outstanding Food & Views Breathtaking views, gorgeous sunsets & an eclectic menu of fresh seafood, local favorites and inspired daily specials, make this unique waterfront restaurant and tranquil veranda bar a great respite for a casual lunch, generous cocktails or romantic dinner. Located at Marathon’s newly revitalized landmark, the Faro Blanco Resort, the Lighthouse Grill raises the bar for great dining in the Middle Keys. Lunch 11-2:30 & Dinner 5-10 • Open Thursday - Monday • Waterfront dining!

56 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West MY NEW JOINT Daily Happy Hour 3 - 6 pm At The Square Grouper Real Deal BBQ On The MM 22.5 Oceanside, Cudjoe Key 33042 Waterfront 305-745-8880 An old Keys lsland vibe, mynewjoint420lounge.com “real deal” house-smoked M-Sa 4:20 - Midnight, Happy Hour 4:20 - BBQ & fresh local seafood 6:30 pm offering $6 cocktails are the hallmark of this Because Two Joints Are Better Than One! funky open-air waterfront Located upstairs from the Square Grouper, hangout that always draws this swanky bar and lounge is a hip spot a big local crowd. There are to kick back with your favorite libation terrific nightly specials along and indulge in an innovative tapas menu, with homemade desserts, fabulous raw bar, cheese and chocolate a great daily Happy Hour fondues and yummy desserts. You’ll also & live entertainment. You find one of the best specialty hand-crafted can even rent a jet-ski or cocktail menus in the Keys, along with a book an eco tour here. Pet unique tap system with 15 different draft friendly, too! beers plus a whopping 150 canned and this unassuming roadside spot one of the bottled beers. Lots of interesting wines, too, SQUARE GROUPER BAR & GRILL Keys’ top picks. Two cozy dining rooms, and all of them are available by the glass or MM 22.5, Oceanside, Cudjoe Key, FL deliciously splashed with apple green and by the bottle. A great place to bring your 33042 mandarin orange walls, set the stage for buds! 305-745-8880 wonderful dishes like the Yellowfin Tuna squaregrouperbarandgrill.com and Avocado Eggrolls, Flash Fried Conch, PORKY’S BAYSIDE Open M-Su through April Seafood Pasta with key lime butter sauce MM 47.5, Gulfside, Marathon, FL 33050 Lunch 11 am - 2:30 pm; Dinner 5 - 10 pm and other heavenly delights. New upstairs 305-289-2065 Cocktail Lounge 4:20 - Midnight cocktail lounge, tapas and raw bar open ‘till porkysbaysidebbq.com A Keys Top Pick midnight. Open M-Su, 7 am - 10 pm A well executed, inventive menu makes

WOW YOUR GUESTS! This elegant appetizer is so easy to make and your guests will absolutely love it! CAVIAR PIE Ingredients • 4 Hard Boiled Eggs - Chopped • 2 Tbl. Mayonnaise • 1 Cup Minced Onion • 6 Oz. Cream Cheese - Softened • 1/2 Cup Sour Cream • 4 Small Jars Black Lumpfish Roe • 2 Lemons - Cut into wedges for garnish • 3 Parsley Sprigs for garnish

Directions Grease an 8 inch spring form pan and set aside. Stir together the hard-cooked eggs and mayonnaise. Spread mixture evenly into the bottom of the spring form pan. Sprinkle the minced onion over the top. Stir together cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and then spread over the layer of onion. Cover and chill at least 3 hours. To serve, spread the lumpfish roe over the top. Run a knife around the edge of the pie, then remove the side of the spring form pan.Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley sprigs. Serve with Carr’s Crackers.

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 57 Good Eats KEY WEST

AMBROSIA 1401 Simonton S., Key West, FL 33040 305-293-0304 ambrosiasushi.com Dinner M - Su 6 -10 pm; Lunch M - Sa 11:30 am - 2 pm Key West’s Best Sushi A dramatic sculptured waterfall and ultra cool sake bar provide a stunning backdrop for this island hot spot where authentic, artfully-crafted plates take center stage. Chef/Owner Masa rocks the house with his premium blue fin tuna creations, signature rolls, sushi, and sashimi while the kitchen serves up excellent Japanese specialties. Top it off with an eclectic selection of artisan sake and imaginative “sake-tinis.”

BISTRO 245 Margaritaville Resort & Marina 245 Front St., Key West, FL 33040 305-294-4000 margaritavillekeywestresort.com Open M-Su 7 am-10 pm Best Sunday Brunch Bistro 245’s top culinary team creates exceptional Caribbean cuisine on Key West’s scenic harbor front. You can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner comfortably indoors or dine casually outside on Margaritaville's Sunset Pier which comes alive each evening with entertainment by the famous sunset performers. Award- winning Sunday Brunch from 10 am - 2 pm Full bar. Major credit cards.

CAFE SOLE 1029 Southard St., Key West, FL 33040 305-294- 0230 cafesole. com Open Nightly 5-10 pm Innovative, Award- Winning Menu You’ll think you’ve stumbled off the sidewalk and into Provence when you step inside Cafe Sole and catch the scents of fresh herbs and sauteing garlic. Chef/Owner, John Correa is a master of seafood & French sauces and his food is a whoop of earthy, sun-drenched flavor. Must-Trys: the Conch Carpaccio and Hog Fish Snapper. Groups and wedding parties welcome. Wine and beer.

58 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West CHUG CANTINA At 24 North Hotel 3820 N Roosevelt Blvd., Key West, FL 33040 305-320-0940 gateshotelkeywest.com Open Daily 8am – 8pm Lively Poolside Bar & Cafe Unwind with some tacos and beer at this casual, convivial bar and cafe that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner overlooking the gorgeous pool at the hip 24 North Hotel. FYI: The Ropa Vieja is especially good.

THE GRILL At Hilton Garden Inn 3850 N Roosevelt Blvd., Key West, FL 33040 305-320-0920 Breakfast: M – F 6am – 10am Sa & Su 7am – 11am LATITUDES AT SUNSET KEY Marina transports you to this spectacular Bar: 4pm – 12am Dinner: 5pm – 10pm 245 Front St., Key West, FL 33040 restaurant on the island of Sunset Key. Enjoy Casual American Fare 305-292-5394 outstanding island cuisine in the ultra luxe Located in the lobby of the Hilton Garden Inn, sunsetkeycottages.com indoor dining room overlooking the Gulf of this casual eatery boasts a big breakfast buffet Open Daily for Lunch & Dinner Mexico or outside in the sand surrounded by plus several a la carte specialty items, as well Stunning Beachfront Restaurant flickering tiki torches. Reservations required. as casual dinner fare with a good selection of Within minutes, the free boat launch at Major credit cards. Present ticket while beef, fish and chicken dishes. Full bar. The Margaritaville Key West Resort & dining for free parking.

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HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 59 Key West restaurants warmly welcoming the AMEX Card Key West restaurants warmly welcoming the AMEX Card Key West restaurants warmly welcoming the AMEX Card Bistro Solé Café Solé BistroBistro Solé Solé CaféCafé Solé THE BEST OF KEY WEST Good Eats MANGIA MANGIA PASTA CAFE 900 Southard St., Key West, FL 33040 305-294-2469 mangia-mangia.com Open Daily 5:30 - 10 pm Good Friends. Good Food. Good Wine. Renowned for impeccable, fresh homemade pasta & made-from-scratch, herb-spiked sauces, this cozy trattoria is one of the Keys’ best values and serves up simple, full flavors that are intoxicatingly good. Lots of grilled specialties, too, along with beef, seafood, Seafood, Shellfish and Steaks with a French twist by chicken and vegetarian dishes. Excellent Seafood, Shellfish and Steaks with a French twist by WithWith Chef Chef John John Correa'sCorrea's award-winning cuisine cuisine and and award-winning Chef John Correa. Indoor and outdoor extensive wine list, (Wine Spectator Award since 2004) gluten/egg-free pasta options including award-winning Chef John Correa. Indoor and outdoor Withextensive Chef John wine Correa’s list, (Wine award-winning Spectator cuisine Award and since extensive 2004) wine “Zucchini Zoodle Noodles.” Seductive wine seating with a fine wine bar and select craft brews. this hidden gem is an absolute "must" for foodies. Seafood, Shellfishseating and with Steaks a fine withwine bara French and select twist craft by brews. this hidden gem is an absolute "must" for foodies. list features vintages dating back to the Open nightly from 5 - 10 p.m. HAPPY HOUR 5 - 7 p.m. list, (WineWith Spectator Chef John Award Correa's since 2004)award-winning this hidden gemcuisine is an and absolute award-winningOpen Chef nightly John from Correa. 5 - 10 p.m.Indoor HAPPY and outdoorHOUR 5 - 7 p.m. OpenOpen NightlyNightly from 55 - - 10 10 p.m. p.m. 1950’s. extensive$20 wine Entrees list, & (Wine “must”2-4-1 forSpectatorSelect foodies. Wines Award by the since glass 2004) seating with a fine wine bar and select craft brews. this hidden$20 Entrees gem & is 2-4-1 an absolute Select Wines "must" by thefor glass foodies. WhereWhere Pigs Pigs Fly Fly Openwhenwhen Daily seated from byby 5 6:30 6:30- 10 pm MATT’S STOCK ISLAND Open nightly from 5 - 10 p.m. HAPPY HOUR 5 - 7 p.m. Open Nightly from 5 - 10 p.m. KITCHEN & BAR $20 Entrees & 2-4-1 Select Wines by the glass At The Perry Hotel Key West Where Pigs Fly when seated by 6:30 70001 Shrimp Road, Key West, FL 33040 305-294-3939 bistrobistro solé solé mattsstockisland.com Open Daily 8am - 2pm, 6pm – 10pm; American Coastal Comfort Food 1019 White St., Key West 1019 White St., Key West 10291029 SouthardSouthard Street, Key Key West West “Simple, comfortable and delicious” food bistro305-922-2177 soléwww.bistrosole.com • bistrosole.com Reservations - 305-294-0230 • www.cafesole.com is the mantra at this popular Stock Island 305-922-2177www.bistrosole.com • bistrosole.com Reservations - 305-294-0230www.cafesole.com • www.cafesole.com www.cafesole.com Waterfront eatery serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. From dock to dish, seafood is the 1019 White St., Key West 1029 Southard Street, Key West star of the show with House Specialties that 305-922-2177www.bistrosole.com • bistrosole.com Reservations - 305-294-0230 • www.cafesole.com include Crab Beignets, Matt’s Smoked Fish www.cafesole.com Dip, and Snapper On The Half Shell Tacos. Two Friends Patio Tavern N’ Town Meat lovers can also rejoice with Matt’s Two Friends Patio Tavern N’ Town Southern favorites including their famous Fried Chicken with Citrus Dust, Smoked Bone-In Ribeye, and Espresso Braised Short Rib. BTW: $3 specialty drafts, $5 cocktails, Two Friends Patio Tavern N’ Town 50% off signature wines, and $5 crudo and tapas style apps every night for Happy Hour from 6-8pm.

SALTY OYSTER DOCKSIDE BAR & GRILL At The Perry Hotel Key West 70001 Shrimp Road, Key West, FL 33040 305-294-3939 salty-oyster.com Open Daily 11am - 11pm; Just Steps From The Dock Established in 1967, Two Friends Patio has been Enjoy steakhouse favorites, local seafood and wood fired piz- This a perfect spot to enjoy a casual lunch a family-owned landmark for over three decades. zas, along with an inspired menu of small plates in luxurious dockside or a frozen concoction at sunset. EstablishedA casual in open 1967, patio Two dining Friends experience Patio has for beenbreakfast, Enjoysurroundings steakhouse where favorites, a dramatic local openseafood Tapas and Theater wood Kitchen fired piz- A short, simple menu does the trick with a family-ownedlunch or landmark dinner everyday, for over beginning three decades. at 8am. zas,takes along center with stage. an inspired Nightly Happymenu ofHour small • Live plates Entertainmen in luxurious perennial favorites like fresh Oysters, local A casualThe finest open in patio local diningseafood experience and chargrilled for breakfast, steaks and ribs. surroundings where a dramatic open Tapas Theater Kitchen Key West Pink Shrimp, Blackened Mahi lunch or dinnerKaraoke everyday, nightly in beginning the lounge atat 8am.8pm. takes center stage. Nightly Happy Hour • Live Entertainmen Sandwich and the famous “Squealer” The finest in local seafoodFree and customer chargrilled parking. steaks and ribs. Burger, filled with cheese and bacon. FYI: EstablishedKaraoke in 1967, nightly Two Friends in the lounge Patio athas 8pm. been Enjoy steakhouse favorites, local seafood and wood fired piz- You can get 50% off straight pour premium a family-owned landmarkFree customer for over parking. three decades. zas, along with an inspired menu of small plates in luxurious cocktails, house wines & drafts, plus enjoy food specials during the daily 4 – 6pm A casual open patio dining experience for breakfast, surroundings where a dramatic open Tapas Theater Kitchen Happy Hour. lunch or dinner everyday, beginning at 8am. takes center stage. Nightly Happy Hour • Live Entertainmen

The finest in local seafood and chargrilled steaks and ribs. 60 DESTINATIONMarriott FLORIDA Key West Florida Beachside Keys & Key 3811 West North Roosevelt Blvd., Karaoke512 Front nightly Street in •the 305-296-3124 loungewww.twofriendskeywest.com at 8pm. • twofriendskeywest.com Key West 305-296-8100www.taverntown.com | tavernntown.com Free customer parking. Marriott Key West Beachside 3811 North Roosevelt Blvd., 512 Front Street • 305-296-3124www.twofriendskeywest.com • twofriendskeywest.com Key West 305-296-8100www.taverntown.com | tavernntown.com

Marriott Key West Beachside 3811 North Roosevelt Blvd., 512 Front Street • 305-296-3124www.twofriendskeywest.com • twofriendskeywest.com Key West 305-296-8100www.taverntown.com | tavernntown.com SCHOONER WHARF BAR deliver their catches straight 200R Williams St., Key West, FL 33040 to the restaurant’s dock 305-292-3773 each day. Executive Chef schoonerwharf.com and renowned foodmeister, Open M - Su 8 - 4 am, Paul Menta, takes it from Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner there, creating spectacular A Last Remnant Of Old Key West “Seafood Towers,” This funky, open air waterfront bar sits right Blackened Key West Shrimp on the docks overlooking the marina. The & Grits, Stoned Lump Crab food and mood are definitely Key West Cakes, Seafood Pastas and casual and the menu has all your island an array of other incredible favorites including wings, nachos, burgers, plates. One of Key West’s fish tacos, seafood platters, conch fritters, best. crab cakes and more. Great live music and two daily Happy Hours from 7 am - noon TAVERN N’ TOWN and then again from 5 - 7 pm Full bar. Marriott Key West Major credit cards. Beachside Resort 3811 No. Roosevelt Ave., STONED CRAB Key West, FL 33041 Ibis BayResort 305-296-8100 3101 N.Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, Fl 33040 tavernntown.com

305-296-1043 Open M - Su 5 - 10 pm Bistro 245, Key West stonedcrab.com World-Class Dining & M - Su 10am — 11pm Entertainment 2-4-1 Happy Hours from 5 - 7pm and again Everybody Must Get Stoned Key West notables dine on a fusion of from 9 - 11pm along with special Tapas This is the only seafood restaurant in Key globally-inspired tapas (small plates), Nights every Tues & Thurs from 5 - 7pm. West that specializes in stone crab and designer pizzas, grilled meats, plancha Nightly entertainment. Major credit cards. actually has two private fishing boats that seared fish and nightly specials. Two Daily

LATITUDES BISTRO Join us for our famous waterfront AT SUNSET KEY Sunday Brunch featuring an array 245 of your favorite cuisine. Enjoy flavorful island cuisine and gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico 245 FRONT ST HOURS: 10AM-2PM 245 FRONT ST while dining in casual elegance. 305.292.4320 305.292.5394 OPENTABLE.COM RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED OPENTABLE.COM Advance reservations required. Free parking while dining - Board the private launch at Slip 29, please present parking ticket Margaritaville Resort & Marina. to server for validation

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Buzzards Roost MMM 106.5, Oceanside, Key Largo 305-453-3746 BuzzardsRoostKeyLargo.com Open Daily 11 am - 9 pm

Seafood Combination Platter sandwiches Fresh fish, shrimp, scallops & clams broiled Fresh Catch Of The Day in lemon butter and white wine or breaded fried, grilled,blackened or jerked on a fresh and fried Kaiser Bert’s Chicken Lobster Reuben encrusted with Japanese bread crumbs & fresh florida lobster tail, sauerkraut & swiss on topped with fresh tomato, basil, scallions, appetizers grilled rye with mango thousand island dip parmesan and lemon butter sauce Fresh Yellowtail Snapper Ceviche Chicken Salad Quesadilla Ribeye Steak marinated in lemon & lime juice, tossed with giant flour tortilla filled with white grape & 12 oz prime cut to taste cilantro, peppers, onion, tomatoes toasted almond chicken salad, cheddar jack cheese, fresh tomato salsa & sour cream Crispy Calamari lightly dusted & fried with homemade marinara Certified Black Angus Burger add your choice of cheese, sauteed Corny Blue Crabcakes mushrooms, bacon or grilled onions rich blue crabmeat with roasted corn, diced vegetables and topped with chopped tomatoes and remoulade entrees Giant Onion Mound Catch Of The Day thinly sliced Spanish onions tossed in seasoned fresh local mahi grilled, blackened, jerked, flour and fried crisp with horseradish sauce broiled, fried or sauteed in lemon and wine

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Ciao Hound at Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina 84001Overseas Hwy, Oceanside, Islamorada 33036 305-664-5300; ciaohound84.com

Funghi Flatbread Chicken or Veal Marsala portobello mushrooms, goat cheese, house sautéed with onions, garlic, mushrooms, made sauce marsala wine Grilled Chicken Panini Snapper Puttanesca antipasti basil pesto, arugula, mozzarella, roma tomato marinara sauce, olives, capers, sweet peppers on baked ciabatta Backed Spinach Artichoke Fonduta creamy ricotta & fontina cheese sauce, tomato The Godfather Burger jam, grilled country bread special house blend burger, pancetta, provolone, pesto aioli, on toasted ciabatta Hearth Oven Fired Italian Wings herb-crusted, oven-roasted sweet onions entrees Crispy Calamari & Zucchini Penne Alla Vodka flash fried, tossed with garlic chips, Italian Italian sausage, onion, garlic, creamy tomato- peppers served with tomato sauce, roasted vodka garlic aioli Linguine Vongole flatbreads & sandwiches sweet tender clams, garlic, lemon and a touch of white wine, red or white sauce Classic Margherita Flatbread fresh mozzarella, oven roasted tomatoes, Tuscan Sirloin Steak pesto torn basil garlic-rosemary basted, fire seared to taste

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Green Turtle Inn MM 81.2, Oceanside, Islamorada 305-664-2006 GreenTurtleInn.com Open Tues. - Sun. 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Shrimp Scampi fresh catch with tomatoes & arugula over spaghetti with Classic Preparations white wine garlic butter sauce blackened/meuniere/onion/broiled/ grilled Beef & Mushroom Ravioli A-La-Sid certified angus strip steak, portobella maine lobster/orange/ginger/vanilla/ butter/ mushrooms, grape tomatoes, porcini cream small plates sauce sauce Seared Sea Scallops Clam Fettuccine over baby arugula with mango & cucumber steaks, chicken & chops middle neck clams grape tomatoes, white salsa, sweet corn cream sauce Grilled Black Angus Ribeye wine garlic sauce and parsley bordelaise sauce/twice-baked parmesan Kobe Beef Sliders tomato on mini pretzel buns with arugula, tomato, bacon, blue cheese Grilled Chicken Breast Portobella portabella mushrooms, provolone cheese, Southern Smoked Shrimp & Grits spinach, orzo pasta, roasted red peppers, pecan-smoked/smoked gouda grits/ creamy grilled asparagus and mushroom gravy tomato sauce/peppers/tasso ham Jumbo Bacon-Crusted Bone-In Pork Chop Lump Blue Crab Cakes roasted jalapeno slaw, grapefruit, cilantro lime creamy grits/butter-braised brussels sprouts aioli maple jus pasta

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Mangia Mangia 900 Southard St., Key West 305-294-2469 mangia-mangia.com

Organic Chicken Piccatta appetizers fresh homemade pastas white wine, capers, butter, lemon juice, garlic Conch Minestrone Pastas shallots & parsley red chowder with clams, kidney beans, fresh made fresh on premises with 100% semolina pasta, topped with grated romano pecorino & Eggland’s Best fresh eggs. Also available: Fresh Sea Scallops large, tender scallops sauteed in butter & & parsley whole wheat, egg free/gluten-free rice pasta, garlic tossed with spinach fettuccine & fresh gluten-free organic, high-protein Quinoa pasta Gratin Of Grilled Asparagus pesto & cream sauce grill-roasted asparagus & vineripened plum Sauces tomatoes brushed with extra virgin olive oil, marinara, creamy marinara, meat, alfredo, garlic & herbs, topped with gorgonzola then pesto with pine nuts & walnuts, tomato-based lightly browned or alfredo-based seafood sauces with scallops, conch & mahi-mahi New Zealand Mussels green-lipped mussels infused with garlic, favorites from the grill & butter, chopped tomatoes, basil, red pepper flakes & white wine house specialties Broccoli Rabe (Rappini) Grilled Fresh Atlantic Salmon olive oil, garlic, chopped tomatoes, red brushed with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, pepper flakes, shaved parmesan garlic, pepper Mahi-Mahi brushed with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, pepper

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 63 bite Pecan Crusted Black Grouper Roasted Squash & Goat Cheese Croquette, Red Beet - Shallot Coulis ith a “Tapas Theater Kitchen,” swanky dining Wroom and lively bar, Tavern N’ Town is one of Key West’s top dining destinations. Inspired dishes, like this recipe for Pecan Crusted Black Grouper, by Executive Chef, Rodrigo Alvarez, make it one of our favorite places to indulge!

FOR THE GROUPER brush each grouper filet with creole •1 Cup Chicken Stock (Yields 4 Servings) mustard and then top with the crust. •4 oz Roasted Garlic •4 Black Grouper Filets (7 oz each) Salt & Pepper to taste •1 Tbsp Pecans FOR THE CROQUETTE •1 oz Fresh Cilantro •2 Cups Butternut Squash Pureed Wrap the red beets in foil and •2 oz Butter •2 Cups Arborio Rice, Cooked steam in a 350 degree F oven for 1 •1 Tbsp Merken (smoked chili •1 oz Goat Cheese Crumbles hour, or until tender. In a pan, roast pepper) Salt & Pepper to taste shallots until they are tender. In a •2 Tbsp Creole Mustard blender, add all ingredients (red Salt & Pepper to taste Mix the butternut squash purée, beet, shallot, chicken stock, roasted Arborio rice, goat cheese, salt and garlic, salt and pepper). Blend until Clean grouper and place the 4 pepper. Form into 4 croquettes/ smooth. filets to the side. In a Robot Coupe/ cakes (approximately 5 oz. each). In Food Processor, add panko bread a sauté pan, add a small amount of PRESENTATION crumbs, butter, cilantro, pecans and olive and oil and sear them. Reserve Lay the Roasted Squash & Goat merken. Pulse until blended together for plating. Cheese Croquette on the bottom of well. Set aside to use as the crust for the plate and top with the Pecan the grouper. In a sauté pan, add a FOR THE COULIS Crusted Grouper Filet. Drizzle with small amount of oil and then lightly •2 Red Beets, medium the Red Beet-Shallot Coulis. sear the grouper filets. Once seared, •4 Shallots Bon Appétit!

You can enjoy Chef Alvarez’s wonderful Pan Crusted Black Grouper and many of his other terrific recipes at the highly acclaimed Tavern N’ Town Restaurant located in the Marriott Key West Beachside Resort, 3811 N. Roosevelt Blvd. 305-296-8100; tavernntown.com.

64 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West SHOP ith hundreds of interesting shops and over 90 eclectic Wgalleries spread over 43 islands, shopping throughout the Florida Keys and Key West is one of the area’s most interesting adventures. Keep your eyes peeled as you travel along the Overseas Highway --- the Florida Keys version of “Main Street, USA” --- because you’ll discover all kinds of unique shops in places you would least expect. In Key West, you’ll find block after block of local artist galleries, boutiques, major retailers and fabulous jewelry stores that often offer duty-free shopping to visitors who show an airline or cruiseline boarding pass.

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ANTICA SARTORIA 419 Duval St. Key West, FL 33040 305-296-7617 AnticaSartoria.us Daily 9:30 am - 9pm Positano Meets Key West This leading Italian beachwear brand burst on the scene during a fashion revolution in the 60’s when “Moda Postiano” style was born. Renee Schaefer and Curtis Sigretto have now brought the unique line of clothing to Florida with stores in Palm Beach and Key West. Their fabulous collection includes light, airy clothing with dazzling designs that are far from the ordinary. In addition to the embroidered Indian gauze shirts, pearl- embellished jeans, caftans, bathing suits, shirt dresses, and other fashionista “must haves,” Antica Sartoria also carries lots of fun, colorful accessories along with a great selection of children’s clothing.

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 65 This Is It! The Genuine Keys Salt Scrub

aura Maddison is a bundle of energy, real deal, and and when it comes to Salt Scrubs, she her hometown Ljust can’t seem to contain herself. company is Known by her friends as the “Mad the only one Brit,” Laura channeled her salty passion that uses into creating The Keys Salt Scrub, a the Secret locally made scrub actually created in Lessoily™ Formula - a small artisan batches right here in the proprietary blend of salts, coconut oil, Keys. and essential oils that are all-natural, something special to take home with you Don’t be surprised to see her darting chemical and cruelty-free. - something hand-made by local residents in and out of restrooms at restaurants Her line of revitalizing scrubs, right here in the Keys, pick up a jar or and shops throughout the Keys. She is a which are available in Coconut, Key two of The Keys Salt Scrub. FYI: It’s also true stickler about keeping them stocked Lime, Lavender, Mango Coconut and available in a handy travel size. with her complimentary scrub so their Plantation Pineapple, will exfoliate, Find it at local restaurants and shops customers can sample and purchase their rejuvenate and moisturize your hands, from Key West to Key Largo. own jars to take home. feet and your whole body to reveal soft, Want more info? Ring up Laura, aka, Though she may not be the only smooth and silky skin. the “Mad Brit” at 305-852-9499 or hit game in town, Laura’s product is the So if you’re looking for a little up thekeyssaltscrub.com 5 Benefits of Salt Scrubs 1. Skin Glow Helps smooth your skin and give it a more youthful appearance.

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66 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West Key West’s Great Little Find Jeff’s Gems

ey West: Master jewelry designer, custom pieces created from authentic Jeff Woessner, started making treasure coins salvaged from sunken Kjewelry at the tender age of 5 and Spanish Galleons. sold his first creation from a stand in Each one of Jeff’s beautiful pirate- front of his Heartland Michigan house inspired pieces is completely unique, when he was just 8 years old. and he can create a design to your Over the last 40 years, his prolific individual specifications using only the talent has garnered him multiple awards finest platinum, white gold, yellow gold, and his Key West shop, which is tucked and silver. away in a small alley behind Kennedy He and his wife Shelly also stock a Drive, is far from the maddening crowds terrific selection of diamond bracelets, of busy Duval Street. wedding ring sets, precious gemstones, And while it might not be easy to find, and interesting nautical gifts. Jeff’s Gems’ offbeat location translates You can find Jeff’s Gems in Lynn’s Friday from 10 am - 6 pm and on into lower prices on meticulously Alley behind Kennedy Plaza (next to Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. handcrafted rings, earrings, necklaces, KMART) at 906 F Kennedy Drive. For more info, call 305-296-4367 or and bracelets as well as one-of-a-kind The shop is open Tuesday through go to www.JeffsGems.com.

Free ‘Duval Loop’ Bus

The free Duval Loop Bus is a great way to get around Key West’s Historic Seaport and downtown districts. You can hop-on and off these colorful buses which will take you to 16 different stops putting you close to the island’s local attractions, hotels, museums, shops and eateries. Buses run every half-hour from 6 to 10am and every 15 minutes from 10pm until midnight. The Duval Loop Bus operates Thurs - Sun through November and daily during high season.

HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 67 SHOP HEMINGWAY BOOKSTORE TOO Clinton Square 291 Front Street Key West, FL 33040 305-735-4385; hemingwayhome.net Open daily 10am - 6pm The Storied Life of Ernest Hemingway When not sailing the waters on his boat, or bringing in record-breaking catches, legendary author, Ernest Hemingway, was writing. His tenure in Key West saw the publication of A Farewell to Arms, Death in the Afternoon, and many short stories. The Hemingway Home Book Store and Gift Shop offers a full array of Ernest Hemingway’s novels, poems, short stories and biographies, as well as various publications related to Key West which was home to Hemingway from 1931 to 1939. The shop also stocks an assortment of souvenirs and collectibles that are linked to the life and times of the Nobel Prize-winning author.

JEFF’S GEMS & NAUTICAL DESIGNS 906 F Kennedy Drive (Behind Kennedy Plaza) 305-296-4367 jeffsgems.com Open Tu-Sa 10 am - 6 pm; Sa 10 am-4 pm Elegant Handcrafted Jewelry Master jewelry designer, Jeff Woessner, started making jewelry at the tender age of 5 and his prolific talent garnered him multiple awards along with a loyal clientele who revel in his meticulously handcrafted rings, earrings, necklaces bracelets & more including one-of-a-kind custom pieces made from authentic treasure coins. His small shop also stocks a great selection of nautical designs & gifts.

KEYS PAWN 91551 Overseas Hwy., Tavernier, FL 33070 305-962-1956 keyspawn.com Tu - Fr 10:30am - 5:30pm Sa 10:30am - 2:30pm Mon By Appointment Only Not Your Ordinary Pawn Shop! Get terrific deals on an exclusive collection of luxury watches like Audemars Piguet, fine jewelry, high quality diamonds, unusual antiques, vintage Louis Vuitton bags, rare guitars and more. The inventory is always changing so you never know what you’re going to find. They also offer the best interest rates on loans and pay the highest prices for gold, watches, diamonds and jewelry.

68 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West LITTLE SWITZERLAND lot of hard-to-find labels. If 271 Front Street you need to order a keg or On The Harborfront tap for your party, you can next to Margaritaville Resort & Marina get it here, too, along with an 305-293-8600 array of smokin' cigars from littleswitzerland.com the humidor. Super reasonable M-Su 9 am - 8 pm prices make Martinis a real World Famous Luxury Brands "go to" before a fishing trip or This world-renowned shop is famous for a great meal. its luxurious selection of fine jewelry and watches. You’ll find great deals on some of MEL FISHER TREASURES the biggest names in the business including 200 Greene Street Neptune Designs, Key West Roberto Coin, Omega, Breitling, Tag Heuer, 613 Duval Street David Yurman, John Hardy, Avance, Marco Key West, FL 33040 NEPTUNE DESIGNS Bicego, Ippolita, Pandora and more. 305-296-6533 301 Duval Street melfisher.com Key West, FL 33040 MARTINIS FINE WINE & SPIRITS Open Daily 8:30 am - 5:30 pm 305-294-8131 20MM 81.6, Bayside The Source for Authentic Shipwreck Treasure neptunedesignskeywest.com Islamorada, FL 33036 Here is where you can find genuine, one-of- Open Daily 10 am - 10 pm 305-664-4800 a-kind shipwreck jewelry and artifacts from Custom Jewlery & Gold Coin Creations martinisfinewineandspirits.com the $450 million dollar treasure cache of This family-owned-and-operated boutique Open M-Th 9am - 10pm; the 1622 shipwreck “Nuestra Senora de jeweler has been meticulously creating 14 F & Sa 9am - 11pm Atocha” which was discovered off of Key karat solid gold creations for over 30 years Largest Selection In The Upper Keys West in 1985 by the world’s most famous and specializes in unique custom jewlery You'll find an amazing selection of world- treasure hunter, Mel Fisher. The shop also designs. You’ll find a huge selection of class wines, always-cold craft beers, carries a wide selection authentic treasure nautical designs, orginal charms, pendants, whiskey, cognac, bourbon, fortified wine coins from other wrecks as well as re-creation single 14 karat gold hoops and cut coin and top brand spirits, here, along with a jewelry, memorabilia, apparel and literature. continued on page 70

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HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 69 SHOP jewelry, as well as rare Tahitian Black Pearls love of all things “super cute” and an exclusive line of Orchid jewlery to this small Islamorada shop fashioned from real orchid flowers. where fine imported olive oils, specialty oils, balsamic OCEANSIDE HOME vinegars and unique island MM 82 Oceanside gifts are the main attraction. Islamorada, FL 33036 You’ll be amazed at how 305-451-1181 many delicious possibilities oceanside-islamorada.com you can whip up in your Open M-F 10 am - 5 pm; Sat ‘till 3pm kitchen using their unique Coastal Home Accessories & Furniture line of gourmet products. Jen Design Consultant Lisa Laufle shares some of and Jenn offer a new in-store her favorite coastal home accessories, furniture tasting each day which makes it a fun place to THE KEYS SALT SCRUB™ and decorating ideas at this lovely showroom sample some of their tasty recipes. 40 High Point Road #101 where you can find fresh, fabulous rugs from Tavernier, FL 33070 Dash & Albert, extraordinary bedding by PROMOTIONS GUY 305-852-9499 Ankasa, special statement furniture crafted by 10065 Overseas Hwy TheKeysSaltScrub.com Made Goods, casual, elegant interior pieces Marathon, FL 33050 Hours Vary By Location designed by OLY, gorgeous bath accessories 844-279-5628’ Transforms Your Skin In Just 60 Seconds from Pigeon and Poodle and more! promotionsguy.com The Locals' #1 favorite is handcrafted in small Gets Your Company Noticed batches right here in the Keys using the unique OLIVE MORADA Ryan Schraffenberger and his cracker-jack “Secret Lessoily™ Formula” which will transform 82245 Overseas Hwy staff are the go-to guys when you need adver- your skin in just 60 seconds. Massage onto Islamorada, Fl 33036 tising specialties and printing that get you no- your hands, feet or over your entire body to 305-735-4375 ticed. Screen printing, promotional products, exfoliate, refresh and rejuvenate. A great gift or olivemorada.com signs, business cards, trophies, banners - you perfect keepsake. Available at local restaurants Open M - S 10am - 5pm name it. If it can be customized, Ryan and and shops throughout the Keys and online at The Olive & Vinegar Store company will do it. Great one-on-one service TheKeysSaltScrub.com. Owners Jen White and Jenn Miller bring their makes working with them a total breeze.

THE ORIGINAL Great Gift & A Wonderful Keys Pirate Night Keepsake! The acclaimed Before family holiday storybook by Christmas celebrity local Keys author, “This book is precious!” “Mayor Gonzo” –Paula Deen, Celebrity Chef Mays

“An exceptional writer...” –Philip Burton, Shakespeare Scholar, Autographed Hardcovers Exclusive Writer, Director, Professor Hemingway House & Museum “Brilliantly illustrated by artist Available at Ron L. Thomas, this merry tale about Ol’ Key West Kite Company White Beard, his sloop ‘Yuletide’ and a 408 Green Street, Key West pod of endangered Beluga Whales, adds a Hooked On Books buccaneering twist to a holiday classic that MM 81, Islamorada you will enjoy reading again and again!” Order online at sammiemays.com –Pamela Childs, Publisher, Local Celebrity Author Phoenix Rising Media Group “Mayor Gonzo” Mays

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HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 71 World Class Shopping Little Switzerland

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Lodging Association President Jodi Weinhaufer welcomes the Jacqueline Luhta was quite happy with her raffle win at the Kristen Livengood and Stephanie Scuderi visited during a TDC 's Director of market Research to the Lodging October Key West Business Guild October Luncheon. recent after hours mixer. luncheon. Kelli brought those attending up to date regarding the tourism in Key West.

The Key West Business Guild was hosted by the Laureate Hotel. Shown at the Raquel Crummitt experiences one of the Escape Room at the Chip DeVoe, co-owner of the Southernmost raffle is KWBG ED Kevin Theriault, Guild ED Chuck Licis, raffle winner from the Southernmost Escape during a Key West Business Guild mixer. Escape Rooms, hosted the September mixer KW Mad Hatter Dorcas Robertson, and the hotel's Eva Santana. of the Key West Business Guild. 78 DESTINATION FLORIDA Florida Keys & Key West Local paparazzo Peter Arnow takes you SNAP! on a whirlwind romp around Key West

Christopher Elwell and his furry pal Royal were proud to host Mangoes Drag Brunch featured women Women from all over the country came to enjoy Womenfest this year, begining with the the joint mixer of the Key West Chamber of Commerce and performing in all types of dress. opening party at Alexander’s Guest House. the Key West Business Guild at his furniture store.

Fantasy Fest King Larry Blackburn with Key West Three Fantasy Fest Queens attend a fundraising Key West Artist Rock Worth paints Sushi from a photo Drag Mother Sushi at the Gardens Hotel. Orchid auction at the Gardens Hotel. Bernadette (Scream) by Larry Blackburn at a fundraiser for Ryan for Restivo, Diane May and Kate Miano are shown. King at the Gardens hotel

Former King of Fantasy Fest Paul Murphy, left, and Dan Skahen, right, help Jamison is one of the newest of the 801 The annual Red Ribbon Run got off to a good start Saturday Morning at the Former Queen of Fantasy fest Jodyrae Campbell celebrate her 70th birthday at girls having recently moved to Key West Edward B. Knight Pier. The run benefits all of the candidates running for La Te Da's Sunday Tea Dance. from Colorado. King and Queen of Fantasy Fest. HOLIDAY WINTER 2019-2020 79 Sleep Tight Recommended Lodging KEY LARGO Sunset Cove Beach Resort Islander Bayside MARATHON/ 99360 Overseas Hwy. 81450 Overseas Hwy. LOWER KEYS Azul Del Mar Key Largo, FL 33037 Islamorada, 33036 305-451-0705 305-664-0082 104300Overseas Hwy. Banana Bay Resort Key Largo, FL 33037 4590 Overseas Hwy. 888-253-2985 Island Villa Rental Properties ISLAMORADA / 81681 Old Highway Marathon, FL 33050 888-253-1628 Baker’s Cay Resort TAVERNIER Islamorada, FL 33036 97000 Overseas Hwy. 305-664-3333 Amara Cay Resort Bonefish Bay Resort Key Largo, FL 33037 12565 Overseas Hwy. 888-871-3437 80001 Overseas Hwy. Key Lantern Motel & Islamorada, 33036 Blue Fin Inn Marathon, 33050 305-289-0565 Bayside Inn 305-664-0073 82150 Overseas Hwy. 99490 Overseas Hwy. Islamorada, FL 33036 Atlantic Bay Resort 305-664-4572 Continental Inn Key Largo, 3037 1121 W. Ocean Dr. 305-451-4450 160 Sterling Rd Tavernier, Fl 33070 KonTiki Resort Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 305-289-0101 Bungalows Key Largo 866-937-5650 81200 Overseas Hwy. 99010 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 Breezy Palms Resort 305-664-5305 Courtyard Marriott Key Largo, 33037 2146 Overseas Hwy. 886-801-0195 80015 Overseas Hwy. Islamorada, FL 33036 La Siesta Resort Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-2100 Courtyard By Marriott 305-664-2361 80241 Overseas Hwy. 99751 Overseas Hwy. Islamorada, 33036 Caloosa Cove Resort 305-664-2132 Glunz Ocean Beach Club Key Largo, 33037 361 E. Ocean Dr. 305-451-3939 73801 Overseas Hwy. Islamorada, 33036 Little Basin Villas Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 305-289-0525 Dove Creek Lodge 888-297-3208 84 Johnston Rd 147 Seaside Ave. Islamorada, FL 33036 Caribbean Resort 305-363-8999 Gulfview Waterfront Resort Key Largo, 33037 58743 Overseas Hwy. 305-852-6200 117 South Caroll St. Islamorada, FL 33036 Lookout Lodge Resort Marathon, FL 33050 305-289-1414 Drift Hotel 305-664-2235 87770 Overseas Hwy. 95320 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, FL 33036 Casa Morada 305-852-9915 The Hammocks Key Largo, Fl 33037 1688 Overseas Hwy. 305-852-8114 136 Madiera Rd. Islamorada, 33036 Matecumbe Resort Marathon, FL 33050 305-743-9009 Hampton Inn 305-664-0044 76261 Overseas Hwy. 102400 Overseas Hwy. Islamorada, 33036 Cheeca Lodge & Spa 305-664-8801 Hampton Inn Marathon Key Largo, 33037 13351 Overseas Hwy. 305-451-1400 81801 Overseas Hwy. Islamorada, 33036 Moorings Village & Spa Marathon, 33050 305-359-3040 Holiday Inn & Marina 305-664-4651 123 Beach Road 99701 Overseas Hwy. Islamorada, FL 33036 Chesapeake Beach Resort 305-664-4708 Hawks Cay Key Largo, 33037 61 Hawks Cay Blvd. 305-451-2121 83409 Overseas Hwy. Islamorada, 33036 Ocean House Duck Key, FL 33050 305-743-7000 Key West Inn 800-338-3395 82885 Old Highway 201 Ocean Drive Islamorada, FL 33036 Coconut Palm Inn 305-664-4844 Hawks Nest Key Largo, FL 33037 1 Kyle Way South 800-462-6079 198 Harbourview Dr. Tavernier, FL 33070 Pelican Cove Resort & Marina Marathon 33051 305-743-6711 Kona Kai Resort 305-852-3017 84457 Overseas Hwy. 97802 Overseas Hwy. Islamorada, 33036 Creekside Inn 305-664-4435 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Key Largo, FL 33037 13201 Overseas Hwy. 800-365-7829 90611 Old Hwy. Islamorada, 33070 Pines & Palms Resort Marathon, FL 33050 800-315-2621 Marriott Key Largo Beach Resort 305-852-2351 80401 Old Hwy. 103800 Overseas Hwy. Islamorada, 33036 Drop Anchor Resort & Marina 305-664-4343 Hyatt Place At Faro Blanco Key Largo, 33037 Resort & Yacht Club 800-551-2409 84959 Overseas Hwy Islamorada, Fl 33036 Postcard Inn Beach Resort 1996 Overseas Hwy. 305-664-4863 & Marina Marathon, FL 33050 Marina Del Mar Resort 305-743-1234 & Marina 84001 Overseas Hwy. 527 Caribbean Blvd. Fisher Inn Islamorada, 33036 84951 Overseas Highway, 305-664-2321 Isla Bella Key Largo, 33037 One Knights Key Blvd. 866-5528876 Islamorada, FL 33036 305-664-3611 Ragged Edge Marathon, Fl 33050 844-885-4706 Ocean Pointe Suites 243 Treasure Harbor Dr 500 Burton Dr. Hadley House Resort Islamorada, Fl 33036 82749 Overseas Hwy 305-852-5389 Key Colony Beach Motel Key Largo, 33037 441 E. Ocean Dr. 305-853-3000 Islamorada, FL 33036 305-664-3681 Sands Of Islamorada Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 305-289-0411 Playa Largo Resort & Spa 80051 Overseas Hwy. 97450 Overseas Hwy. Islander Resort Islamorada, FL 33036 82100 Overseas Hwy. 305-664-2791 Lime Tree Inn Bay Resort Key Largo, Fl 33037 68500 Overseas Hwy. 305-853-1001 Islamorada, 33036 305-664-2031 Long Key, FL 33001 305-664-4740

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