Belleair Country Club near Tampa, FL. in is celebrating its 125th anniversary with the publishing of “Florida’s First Golf Course,’’ 185-page picture-laden coffee table book written by Hal Bodley, dean of American baseball writers jand a founder of USA TODAY. Bodley, a former president of Belleair CC, presents a comprehensive narrative and visual presentation […]
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Like Mike Italian Taste Brings The Amalfi Coast to Coconut Grove
As the Miami neighborhood of Coconut Grove continues to reinvent itself, the “Grove’’ is attracting more quality restaurants and chef. Among them is Like Mike Italian Taste, the first restaurant in America owned by Lucio Giordano, in collaboration with Michelin-starred chef Luigi Salomone. One of a handful of new eateries along the Grove’s Main Highway, […]
Ocean Social Elevates The Beach Dining Experience at Nobu Eden Roc Miami Beach
What’s better than Miami Spice? Miami Spice on the beach. While many Miami Beach restaurants offer some kinds of beach and/or ocean views, Ocean Social at Nobu Eden Roc Miami Beach is one of the few eateries actually on the beach. Elevated above the sands on one of the most famous stretches of Miami Beach, […]
Via Emilia 9 an Italian Dining Treasure in South Beach
For those pasta aficionados who haven’t had the fresh, homemade pasta at Via Emilia 9 in Miami Beach… you don’t know what real pasta tastes like. Yes, Chef Giancarlo “Wendy” Cacciatori’s pasta is that good. So good, in fact, the Via Emilia 9, located in a quiet, 15th Street neighborhood of South Beach, and its […]
High Velocity Elevates The Sports Bar Concept at JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country & Spa
Many resorts claim to have a “sports bar’’ amenity as part of their food and beverage options, but in reality, most are simply glorified pubs with a few TVs and maybe a pool table or two. Not so with High Velocity sports bar at JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa. Sporting (pardon […]
Eat Your Way Through Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa
The newly-renovated Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa is introducing some summer culinary programs that highlight the resort’s eight dining experiences, including the new es located in Palm Beach, FL! Following a multi-million-dollar renovation, Eau Palm Beach now boasts over Polpo Palm Bach and locally-based Oceana Coffee. Here’s a look at how to eat your […]
Naked at the Knife-Edge: Tapping Into Vulnerability and Authenticity at The Top of The World
In each interview he does for his new book, Naked at the Knife-Edge: What Everest Taught Me About Leadership and the Power of Vulnerability, author and adventurer Vivian James Rigney makes one thing clear: “People talk about ‘conquering’ Mount Everest,’’ Rigney told me. “You don’t ‘conquer’ a mountain. You make peace with yourself.’’ Therein lies […]
Father’s Day Gifts From Laces to Hard Seltzer
There still plenty of time to find that “perfect’’ Father’s Day gift. Here are a few of my favorites: WHISKERS LACES Whiskers – maker of men’s and women’s, premium, golf-specific shoelaces – continues to take the PGA Tour by storm with nearly 50 players, plus caddies, wearing myriad colors and unique patterns during tournament weeks. […]
Best of Southwest Florida at La Playa Beach & Golf Resort in Naples
For those looking for the best of the beach and greens in Southwest Florida, La Playa Beach & Golf Resort is the ideal destination. One of the few Naples area resorts located directly on the beach, La Playa features 189 guest rooms and eight suites; a 4,500 square foot SpaTerre with salon and spa […]
A Guide to Summer Travel Products
Welcome to Summer 2022. With people finally getting out to travel again, here’s a look at some of my favorite travel-related products to get you through the summer and beyond. QuietOn 3 The company says these are the only earbuds you can actually sleep with.. The earbud design, according to the company, uses analog […]