Papa's Pilar Rum Hot Rum Punch
Christmas in Key West: 2015
If you are going to be in Key West for Christmas you can still enjoy a wonderful Christmas dinner at one of the many restaurants that will be open for the…
Island Genn and her sister Amy having Easter Day Brunch.
Easter Sunday 2015
I really cannot believe that Easter is this Sunday! Where has the time gone? If you are like me and have not made your plans for the holiday yet, here…
Holiday Nog courtesy of Papa's Pilar Rum. Celebrating Christmas with a classic.
Key West Christmas Dinner 2014
CHECK OUT CHRISTMAS 2015! Food is always a large part of families celebrating the holidays. And if you are going to be in Key West for Christmas there is nothing…
Taste of Key West 2014
We have friends visiting from out of town this week so we decided to give them a real taste of Key West and take them to The Taste of Key…
Valentine’s Day in Key West
So you are in Key West on the most romantic day of the year. What to do? Here are a few ideas from a local on how to spend a…
Christmas in Key West – 2013
CHECK OUT CHRISTMAS 2015! December is here and I for one can hardly believe it! For some, Christmas time is the most wonderful time of the whole year. And…
Catching Lobsters In the Florida Keys. Here the Guys of Dream Catcher Charters pose with their catch.
Spiny Lobster Season 2013
July 24th and 25th, 2013, which is this Wednesday and Thursday, marks this year's two-day recreational lobster season, commonly known as mini-season. During this period, recreational snorkelers and divers can…
Key West Food Critic Mystery Series Books by Lucy Burdette
As some of you may know, I used to teach Language Arts. So of course I love to read all types of literature; everything but manuals and text books pretty…
To Tip Or Not To Tip?
Based on the number of times I am asked about this particular subject, I think that tipping etiquette is one of the most confusing things for visitors to our island…
Square Grouper | Review
Located at MM 22.5 on Cudjoe Key, Square Grouper Bar and Grill has been a favorite restaurant of mine, and many other locals, since its opening. While the bar does not serve liquor, it has a fine list of wines and microbrews, and you will find that the bar is almost always packed with locals socializing and enjoying a unique brew, and sometimes having a bite as well. (more…)
Christmas Dinner in Key West
Christmas is less than ten days away! I hope you have your shopping done. And, if you are coming to vacation in Key West over the holidays, I hope that you have made your reservations for Christmas dinner already. Here are some restaurants that are serving a special Christmas dinner, and I will be updating this list as I am informed of other restaurants offering specials for the holiday.
CHECK OUT CHRISTMAS 2015!
Key West Thanksgiving – 2012
See our updated post for Thanksgiving 2015!!
Key West Thanksgiving Updates… What a great way to spend Thanksgiving. Its warm, the tropics, perfect weather. Great meals with company or family and you are on vacation in Key West. What could be better? Traditional or not.. (turkey or seafood) we will have the best of what Key West has to offer for Thanksgiving day dinners that you can enjoy with however many are in your group.
AND.. You don’t have to cook! —– Thats Awesome!…
Nov 3rd 2013 — We are waiting to hear back from the restaurants we know, like and trust with their Key West thanksgiving specials for 2013. Stay posted.. Till then.. here is what was being offered last year 2012.
For Key West Accommodations and Activities over the Thanksgiving day holidays here in Key West.. Call Me. I am happy to help.. 1-888-362-3474. Ask for “Island Genn”..