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The Heat Is On
Things got heated at the 5-Alarm Key Lime Pie Challenge, held appropriately at the Key West Firehouse Museum. Jeremy Hackworth of Key West was brave enough to sample chef and author David Sloan’s creation, which added cayenne infused graham cracker crumbs and habanero pepper cream. Hackworth said the confection struck an outstanding balance of sweet and spicy. Sloan, author of […] The post The Heat Is On first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
The Key West Gallery Guide
Please send gallery updates to editor Kelly Henry at kelly.henry@floridaweekly.com. 7 Artists & Friends Gallery 7 Artists & Friends (213 Simonton St.; 305-294-8444) began as a co-op run by seven of the island’s top artists. 90 Miles to Cuba 90 Miles to Cuba (616 Greene St.; 305-292-1333 or 90milestocuba.net) is an oldstyle curiosity shop with items tied to or inspired […] The post The Key West Gallery Guide first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Key Lime Pie Drop
Thirty-one competitors took part in the annual Key Lime Pie Drop. The event calls for homemade devices carrying a 5-inch Key Lime pie to be dropped 88 feet from the observation deck of the historic lighthouse. The trick is to keep the pie from exploding on impact. “Bearly There,” a giant stuffed bear tied with chicken wire, bubble wrap and […] The post Key Lime Pie Drop first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Cooking Up Something Special
Baker’s Cay Resort, a 15-acre waterfront property perched on the grounds of a historic pineapple plantation in Key Largo, announces the appointment of Executive Chef Carolann Wheeler. Chef Carolann brings over 18 years of experience to her new role, ranging from Executive Chef positions at 4-star restaurants and hotels to private chef positions for elite guests like Billie Eilish and […] The post Cooking Up Something Special first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Key West Museums
Key West offers many interesting and exciting museums, where children and adults can escape the sweltering heat while indulging in some enriching experiences. Whether you’re new to the area or a long-time resident, explore some of Key West’s finest museums and cultural spots to expand your knowledge and cool off in comfort. Custom House Museum 281 Front St. kwahs.org Today […] The post Key West Museums first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
First Annual Mini Music Fest
Brightwild and Rams Head Presents have partnered to host a new Mini Music Fest in Key West. This unique festival aims to enhance and expand the annual Lobster Mini Season into an unforgettable four-day celebration of music, local cuisine, and appreciation for Key West’s rich fishing and wildlife heritage. “This year, we aim to transform Florida’s Mini Lobster Season into […] The post First Annual Mini Music Fest first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Interview with an Artist
Fran Decker is a long-time Key West-based artist acclaimed for her vivid and widely collected paintings of local landmarks, conch houses, marine themes, island critters and flora. On August 10, she will lead a “Paint & Sip” event at the Harry S. Truman Little White House, 111 Front Street, Key West. We caught up with the artist before the event […] The post Interview with an Artist first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Get Your Rum On
The inaugural Rum Fest Key West is set to welcome rum drinkers and visitors for the first time with a multi-day schedule that highlights the history of rum and its enduring popularity. The Florida Keys’ history of rum running dates to the Prohibition Era when the landscape’s remoteness and many twisty waterways proved advantageous for such exploits. Today the love […] The post Get Your Rum On first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Winning Recipe
Old Town Bakery is somewhat of an anomaly in Key West. In a town filled with inflated advertising budgets, the bakery does little to no marketing. The bakery eschews any digital presence except for a simple website and online recommendations are driven entirely by a solid base of returning customers, praising its acclaimed menu. Owner Niall Bowen initially followed the […] The post Winning Recipe first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Celebrating the Crustacean
What began as a cook-off between friends has grown into the annual Key West Lobsterfest. The event ushers in the start of the Florida Keys lobster season. The open-air street food fest on Duval Street marks its 27th year. Key West Promotion’s Erik Adams explains Lobsterfest started as a discussion among friends over who made the best Lobster Chilau. It […] The post Celebrating the Crustacean first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Hemingway Days 2024
Ernest Hemingway left Key West in late 1939 after nearly a decade of residence, but his literary legacy can be celebrated during Hemingway Days 2024, scheduled Tuesday through Sunday, July 16-21. On its opening and closing days, the festival spotlights a unique exhibit at the Key West Museum of Art & History, 281 Front St., commemorating the author’s writing talent […] The post Hemingway Days 2024 first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
“More Art is Better”
It’s five years on for Mark Carleton and Sarah Carleton’s Shade & Shutter gallery in Key West. The contemporary art space has featured owners Mark’s ceramics and Sarah’s photography at the White Street location. The pair’s mantra, “more art is better,” guided their initial goals to expand the art market here and put a new focus on functional items. A […] The post “More Art is Better” first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Beauty at the Boutique
Word of mouth is priceless for one of Key West’s newest boutiques, Luna. On one particularly busy wedding weekend, word of the store got back to visiting guests looking to bring a bit of tropical fashion, in place of traditional souvenirs, back to places like Washington, D.C. and Virginia. The chatter is so intense that shop owner and artist Emma […] The post Beauty at the Boutique first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Helping Island Animals
Margaritaville Beach House Key West steps up big time to help care for and protect island animals. The resort recently donated $39,190 to the Florida Keys Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. The money will help the center’s Safe Haven Program and new mobile wellness clinic. The resort had set aside a portion of its sales from a […] The post Helping Island Animals first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Art in the Garden
The 14th annual Art in the Garden at The Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden is blooming with beauty. Visitors can admire one-of-a-kind works of art while strolling over garden boardwalks and down pathways, through dappled shade and colorful blossoms. Emphasizing the importance of harmony with nature, Art in the Garden showcases local art & sculptures with artistic expressions. […] The post Art in the Garden first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Summer Sweetness at the Key Lime Festival
It’s the fruit that’s come to dominate desserts, coladas, and, of course, the culinary offerings of Key West. This Independence Day Weekend marks the return of The Key Lime Festival with a lineup of spectacles and competitions that invite citrus lovers, day drinkers, and families to take in the outdoor affairs. As always, one of the island’s lead figures on […] The post Summer Sweetness at the Key Lime Festival first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Passion for Poetry
Congratulations to the winners of the 30th annual Robert Frost Poetry Contest for Children & Teens. The winners gathered at the Studios of Key West to read their poems out loud to an audience of friends, family, studio staff, and Monroe County teachers. This year, organizers received almost 400 poems, and twelve lucky young people were awarded for their entries. […] The post Passion for Poetry first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
Underwater Music Festival
One of the Florida Keys’ more unusual musical events returns for its 40th edition. The Lower Keys Underwater Music Festival was initially created to drum up interest in the surrounding reefs and create an opportunity to listen to actual underwater music. The event was imagined by radio personality and newsman Bill Becker, and former President of the Lower Keys Chamber […] The post Underwater Music Festival first appeared on Key West Florida Weekly.
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