Junkyard Rebel – The Story of “Barefoot” Stanley Papio
Stanley Papio seldom wore shoes. The 34 year old retired Army welder grumbled that the flying sparks always ruined them and besides, it was a whole lot cheaper to get burned feet than to keep buying new shoes. After serving in WWII, Papio put down roots along an...
Jonesing for Terrific Pasta? Mangia Mangia is a Key West Favorite
These days, it seems like going out for a really, really good affordable dinner in Key West has become an oxymoron. In fact, for many people, the price for a night on the town can be pretty staggering.Not so at Mangia Mangia Pasta Cafe. Renowned for the impeccable...
Food to Live For – Mindful Culinary Events You Don’t Want to Miss!
Renowned for its fabulous food, great restaurants, and award-winning Food & Wine Festival, Key West is a celebrated foodie's paradise. But as great as the food scene is here, it's not always, shall we say, "mindful." There's the Green Pineapple Wellness Cafe for...
Born From Trouble – Conch Republic Celebrates 41 years
Key West's 41st Conch Republic Independence Celebration honors our eccentric community's "secession" from the United States. This year's raucous celebration takes place from April 21 - 30 and includes a hilarious roster of events (see event schedule below). Like many...
Get Your Tiki On – The Island Fish Co Rocks the Boat
If you're ready to get into the island groove, flip-flop over to the Island Fish Company (MM 54 in Marathon)and park your beer can shorts at the longest tiki bar in the Florida Keys. Heralded as Marathon's most happening party place, this open-air Tiki Bar &...
Burying the Rail – Schooner America 2.0 Is a Sailing Sensation
With her sleek teak decks, elegant mahogany trim, and 3,600 feet of billowing white sheets, the classic-style Schooner America 2.0 is a spectacular 105’ tall ship that looks like it had sailed straight out of a romance novel. Winner of the Great Chesapeake Bay...
