Celebrating Mothers Day in Key West
When I was a little girl, each Mother’s Day I would make my father take me shopping in the morning so that we could present my mother with a gift that evening. I would have him take me to a jewelry store or a florist and I would pick something out that I liked and […]
San Carlos Institute
The San Carlos Institute located at 516 Duval Street is open daily and is free admission. I have walked by this building countless times and never visited until recently. I had no idea of what to expect inside this picturesque building. History The center has had many different homes on island. But in 1890 the […]
Frenchie’s Cafe | Review
One day a few months ago I was walking around downtown and I spied this little cafe on United Street. It was closed at the time, but I decided that I would try Frenchie’s Cafe one day soon. Well that day came this past weekend, and all I can say is that I wish I […]
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 West even that was held last night from 6:00PM to 9:00PM. The event benefits AIDS Help and is a huge draw to local and visiting […]
Easter in Key West 2014
Easter Sunday which falls on April 20this this year will be here before we know it. And if you are spending this Easter Holiday in Key West you need to know of all of the goings on in honor of this holy day. There are many other actives and events happening at this time not […]
Island Fish Company and Tiki Bar | Review
Normally I write about Key West and the Lower Keys, but I am taking a slight departure here and writing about a place located in Marathon which is really only about a 45 minute drive away from Key West. The first time I ate at the Island was over 10 years ago, and back then […]
Harry Truman Little White House Key West
Located in Truman Annex just off of Whitehead Street in Key West, Florida is the Harry Truman Little White House Museum. Initially, this building constructed in 1890 served as the Naval Station Commander’s headquarters during the Spanish American War and then for the World Wars. But in 1946 thanks to the recommendation of his colleagues, […]
Key West Sunset Celebration
Each night about two hours before the sunset people gather at Key West’s famed Mallory Square for the Sunset Celebration. Here you can watch the sun go down and the sailboats sail by while enjoying a carnival-like atmosphere with artists peddling their wares and street performers wowing you with their acts. Sunset Celebration is a […]
New York Pasta Garden | Review
Conveniently located in Duval Square between Duval and Simonton Streets with ample free parking, NYPG reminds me of an outdoor cafe in the Old Country. I love the atmosphere here where you can relax outside with a glass of wine and some good Italian food. The food is moderately priced and they serve up large […]
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 special day with your partner. Pamper yourself and your amore at one of the many spas on the island with a couples massage. Take a private […]
Key West’s Tropic Cinema
I love the movies. And many people do not realize that Key West has two movie theaters. We have the corporate theater in New Town, but just off of Duval Street is another theater that takes you to another time. At the entrance is a life size statue of iconic actress Marilyn Monroe, dress floating […]
Nailtini Key West
Us girls (and some guys too) love our manis and our pedis. And if you are on vacation, all the more reason that you should pamper yourself! When I have the time I love getting my nails done at Nailtini. I have had my nails done here a few times, and they really pamper you. On […]