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| Vol. 6, No. 3 |
Travel News From The Florida Keys & Key West |
January 2010 |
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Bowling with coconuts isn't often associated with gourmet cuisine and fine wines, but it is likely to be during the Key West Food and Wine Festival set for Thursday through Sunday, Jan. 28-31.
The festival celebrates Key West's lively culinary scene, indigenous ingredients and multifaceted flavors through gourmet galas and tastings, educational food and wine seminars and offbeat food-focused experiences.
Attendees can whet their appetites at the kickoff, a barefoot beach party at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, at the Southernmost Beach Café, 1319 Duval St. Guests are urged to "kick off" their shoes and enjoy food, drinks and music beside the Atlantic Ocean.
For the next tasty courses in the movable feast, click here.
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ARTS & CULTURE
Key West's architecture is as individualistic and unique as the island itself. See homes exemplifying the rich architectural tradition, as well as contemporary Keys design, during weekend house tours in January, February and March 2010. Learn more by clicking here.
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DIVING
For award-winning writer Brad Bertelli, life is about noticing the little things, especially while hovering over coral heads offshore. His book, "Snorkeling Florida: 50 Excellent Sites" reveals his Keys favorites. Details are just a few fin kicks away.
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FISHING
The Cheeca Lodge Presidential Sailfish Tournament celebrates a milestone in 2010 with the 20th annual event, slated for Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 21-23. For details of the respected angling challenge, click here.
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"KEYS VOICES"
He has performed for audiences around Europe, starred at a famed San Francisco venue and been the first American singer/pianist to play in the American Bar of London's Savoy Hotel. Nevertheless, Key West keeps calling Bobby Nesbitt home. To meet the acclaimed entertainer, click here.
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Jan. 15-16
in Key West
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Opening of Tropic Cinema's Peggy Dow Theater
View the screening of "Harvey," starring James Stewart and Peggy Dow, at a cocktail reception with Dow, who appeared in multiple films in the 1940s. The screening begins at 6 p.m. Friday. Saturday, Jan. 16, classic Peggy Dow films are to be shown starting at 1 p.m. Tropic Cinema, 416 Eaton St., Key West. Click here.
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Jan. 15-17
in Key Largo
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Key Largo Sailfish Challenge
Anglers battle sailfish during the peak of the season. The tournament also features raffles, drawings and cash prizes. Call Tammie Gurgiolo at 305-852-9337 or e-mail here.
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Jan. 16
in Big Pine &
the Lower Keys
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No Name Race
Join a 5k walk and run for a great cause. The race begins at 8 a.m. at Watson Road, Big Pine Key, and continues over a bridge to No Name Key and back. Registration is $20 in advance or $25 on the day of the event ($10 for children under 15). Click here.
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Jan. 16
in Islamorada
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Art Under The Oaks
Fine art and original crafts, a self-guided nature walk, specialty food booths, children's arts and crafts and a raffle of items donated by the artists are among the attractions. The event takes place at San Pedro Church Gardens, mile marker 89.5 on Plantation Key in Islamorada. Click here.
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Jan. 18-22
in Key West
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Key West Race Week 2010
Nearly 300 racing yachts compete for class championships in this international midwinter sailboat regatta. Click here.
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Jan. 23
in Big Pine &
the Lower Keys
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6th Annual Big Pine Key Nautical Flea Market
All things nautical, live music, food and beverages characterize this family-friendly event on the grounds of the Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce, mile marker 31 on Big Pine Key. Admission and parking are free. Click here.
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Jan. 29-31
in Marathon
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Florida Keys Traditional Music Festival
Experience a weekend of traditional folk and bluegrass music. Featured performers to include the Beausoleil Trio with Michael and David Doucet, Wayne Henderson, Daryl Davis, The Quebe Sisters, Springfield Exit with Linda Lay, Phil Wiggins, Jeff Little and more. All events take place at Sombrero Resort. For more information, click here.
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Jan. 30
in Islamorada
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Keys Community Concert Band Presents Time Capsule, Music Through the Ages
Florida Keys Community Concert Band presents its 2010 season at Islamorada Founders Park, mile marker 87 bayside on Plantation Key. Performances are outdoors; no chairs are provided. Starts at 4 p.m. and admission is free. Click here.
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Feb. 26-28
in Marathon
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National Pig Days
National Pig Days is a three-day barbecue, pig roast, music fest, silent auction and social extravaganza for locals and visitors alike. The main attraction is the wildly exciting "royal racing pigs" cheered on by howling spectators. Children's games, beverage tents and evening shows round out what has become a major annual event and fundraiser for a local charity. Click here.
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Feb. 26
in Key Largo
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Annual Garden Walk
Visitors can stroll among and view native plants and lush landscaping, while getting ideas for tropical gardening, during the annual Garden Walk presented by the Upper Keys Garden Club. Click here.
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