An Author’s Last Unsolved Mystery in Apalachicola
Dawn Lee McKenna’s mystery series endeared a legion of readers, who flock to the Panhandle setting of her novels and hope to one day have closure on the ultimate cliffhanger.
The Best Florida Events Happening This Spring & Summer
From a journey through the sky to underwater musical performances, fill up your summer with these festivals.
Making Magazine Magic in 2021
A break with tradition proves that sometimes change is just what we needed, plus a look back at 2021
Craig Pittman Talks Finding Humanity in Florida’s Wild Side & His Latest Book
With more than 30 years of Sunshine State storytelling under his belt, Craig Pittman collects his most rousing—and revealing—reporting into a one-of-kind anthology.
Antonio Mermolia’s Art of Nonchalant Excellence
The Four Seasons chef shares a few secrets of his cooking and how to execute a classic Italian dish that deceives in its simple perfection.
Tour Three Stunning Florida Homes with Rich Histories
These historic estates bursting with old-school splendor prove that the best homes have rich stories to tell.
Step Inside the Secret Gardens of the Sunshine State
When lush ferns, palms, vines and flowering shrubs synchronize with modern patios and pools to create luxurious outdoor escapes
A Gastro Safari Exploring the Best Restaurants in Tampa
Early on it was wishful thinking, frankly misguided optimism. And for a while it was a kind of plucky civic boosterism by Tampa Bay restaurant titans like Richard Gonzmart of the Columbia and Maryann Ferenc of Mise en Place. And now it is just stone-cold true. Tampa Bay is a restaurant destination, making dozens of […]
Grove Stand: Chef Lauren Macellaro, Well Read
Lauren Macellaro is tiny and pixieish with a short shock of dark hair, a wide grin and those big-gauge ear plugs. Her right forearm is extravagantly tattooed. She looks like a chef. She’s 36, chef at the celebrated Reading Room in St. Petersburg and a James Beard semifinalist for best chef in the South this […]
