Space shuttles, spoiled pups & Key Lime Pie secrets 🍰🚀
2 days ago • 2 min readHey Reader, I had such a great weekend… we spent time visiting the oldest kid and our granddaughter - and managed to sneak in a trip to the new Air & Space Museum in DC. Let me just say… wow. 🚀If you’re ever in the area, it’s absolutely worth checking out. My favorite part? That’s a tough one…It was a toss-up between the Super Cub airplane (my dad used to build those, and I spent a lot of time as a kid flying around Alaska as a passenger - so that one hit a little nostalgic note 💛) …and the...
READ POST🍹 Best Happy Hours in Key West (Because Timing Is Everything)
7 days ago • 1 min readHey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and today we’re talking about one of my favorite Key West strategies…planning your day around happy hour. 😄 Because let’s be honest — in Key West, “happy hour” isn’t just a time… it’s a lifestyle. 👉 Check out the full list of best happy hours in Key West here Let’s Talk Strategy… You could just wander into a random bar and hope for the best… OR… you could know exactly where to go when the drinks are flowing and the apps are discounted. 🍤🍹 Most places run...
READ POSTSalt, kava, and a 1-minute war… yep, that happened 😄🌴
9 days ago • 2 min readHey Reader, We covered a lot this week — and honestly, had some really great conversations. Let me catch you up… 🧂 Monday — A Little Salty History I went down a bit of a history rabbit hole and talked all about the impact salt had on the Key West economy. It’s one of those things you don’t really think about… but it played a huge role in the early days of the island. 👉 🧂 Watch the video here 👉 📜 Or read the full post here 🌿 Then… I Learned All About Kava I had a great chat with Morgan Smith...
READ POST🥂 Best Brunch in Key West (Because Breakfast Deserves Cocktails)
21 days ago • 1 min readHey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and today we’re talking about one of my favorite meals in Key West… BRUNCH. 🍳🍹 Because in Key West, brunch isn’t just breakfast + lunch… it’s a full-on experience. It’s coffee, it’s mimosas, it’s “should we just stay here all day?” energy. 👉 Check out the full list of best brunch spots here Why Brunch Hits Different in Key West Let’s paint the picture… 🌴 You’re sitting outside under the palms ☕ Coffee in one hand, mimosa (or bloody mary) in the other 🍳 And...
READ POST☕ Best Coffee in Key West… (And a New Favorite You Need to Try)
21 days ago • 1 min readHey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and today we’re talking about something I take very seriously in Key West… coffee. ☕😄 Because let’s be honest — whether you’re starting your day or recovering from the night before, a good cup of coffee in Key West just hits different. 👉 Check out the full list of best coffee spots here Why This Post Is Still a Go-To ☕ Strong coffee + island vibes — the perfect combo 🥐 Great little breakfast stops — because coffee alone is rarely enough 🌴 Walkable, easy...
READ POST🌀 This Vodka Tastes Like Fruit Loops… And Yes, We’re Drinking It
22 days ago • 1 min readHey Reader, It’s Throwback Tuesday, and today we’re diving into one of the most unexpectedly fun drinks out there… Loopy Vodka. 🥣🍹 If you’ve never tried it, just imagine your favorite childhood cereal — yep, Fruit Loops in liquid form. It’s fruity, colorful, and somehow works shockingly well in cocktails. 👉 Check out all the Loopy Vodka recipes here and get ready to play bartender. Why This One Keeps Coming Back 🌀 Total nostalgia in a glass — it really does taste like cereal milk’s cooler...
READ POSTChocolate eggs, Key West chats & a new trivia question 🐣🌴
22 days ago • 2 min readHey Reader, Yep… I’m a little late this week. 😅 Spent the weekend doing the important things — family time, chasing grandkids, hunting for eggs, and eating way too many chocolate eggs. So… better late than never, right? I hope you had a wonderful weekend too! 🌴 What We Were Up To Last Week We actually covered a lot — so here’s your quick recap: 📅 Key West in April We talked all about what to expect, what to pack, and why April might just be the sweet spot for a visit. 👉 🌞 Click here to watch...
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