Nightlife
December 15th, 2007
Florida Keys — From beachside fireworks to wacky takeoffs on the traditional ball drop in New York’s Times Square, the Florida Keys offer visitors a wealth of ways to welcome 2008. And because “winter” in the subtropical island chain means balmy breezes rather than blizzards, revelers can leave overcoats and boots behind as they head out to celebrate dressed in shirtsleeves, shorts and sandals.
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November 28th, 2007
 CityWalk, FL - December will sizzle up at CityWalk, an eclectic collection of themed restaurants, nightclubs, specialty shops and a 20-screen movie theatre, Universal CityWalk is Orlando’s hottest spot for entertainment, boasting the biggest names in live music, dining, dancing, movies and more. Special Events are ew Year’s Eve Celebration at CityWalk and Blue Man Group.
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November 12th, 2007
By Kirby Collins
St. Augustine, FL - We recently traveled to St. Augustine to gather new content for PlacesAroundFlorida.com and took pictures galore. After an afternoon of wandering through the St. Augustine Historic District surrounded by many fine restaurants, we were starving.
We decided to try Scarlett O’Hare’s Bar and Restaurant. It was a great choice and with a unique decor and menu. We shared a Slab of Ribs and Grilled Mahi Mahi Sandwich, both were very tasty. For dessert we split a Key Lime Pie, it too was delicious.
They have a full liquor bar and we enjoyed cocktails named “The Scarlett O’Hare” in their “Ghost Bar”, which is listed in the National Directory of Haunted Places and is said to be haunted by the man who built the house. Visit their website at www.scarlettoharas.net.
November 10th, 2007
CityWalk, FL - November will heat up at CityWalk, an eclectic collection of themed restaurants, nightclubs, specialty shops and a 20-screen movie theatre, Universal CityWalk is Orlando’s hottest spot for entertainment, boasting the biggest names in live music, dining, dancing, movies and more. Special Events included are GreenFest 2007, Heineken With A Heart and Comedian Artie Fletcher.
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November 6th, 2007
 Orlando, FL - Restaurant goers often struggle to find a good balance between healthy and delicious food. Now Orlando area superior cuisine restaurant Vines Grille and Wine Bar is making that decision easier. Vines Grille has created a food menu that makes a commitment not only to the superiority of its food, but also the health of its patrons.
“We believe in bringing only the finest of foods to our diners. We want them to enjoy not only a delicious meal and great entertainment, but a healthy meal they can trust is of the highest quality,” said Dimitri Karabinis of Vines Grille and Wine Bar.
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October 31st, 2007
Key Largo, Florida Keys - Fans of exceptional food, lively libations and seafaring shenanigans on boats made of cardboard can enjoy all three during Key Largo’s Beachin’ Fest, scheduled Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 8-10.
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October 26th, 2007
Key West, Florida Keys - When internationally acclaimed singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffett wrote “I Have Found Me a Home” about Key West, he described riding his old red bike to “the bars and the beaches of my town.” Thursday through Sunday, Nov. 1-4, the island popularly credited as the inspiration for his hit party anthem “Margaritaville” is to host as many as 3,500 of the entertainer’s Parrot Head fans for their 16th annual Meeting of the Minds convention.
The 2007 convention is themed “Barefootin’ Key West,” commemorating Buffett’s rendition of “Barefootin’” on the soundtrack to the 2006 film “Hoot.”
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October 3rd, 2007
By Kirby Collins
Daytona Beach, FL - There are many Biketoberfest events this year and here are the most popular. Dirty Harry’s, The Cabbage Patch, Boot Hill Saloon and others will feature music, babes and bikes.
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October 1st, 2007
Key West, Florida Keys - Fans of the flamboyant are invited to step through the looking glass into a wacky wonderland during Fantasy Fest 2007 in Key West. Themed “Gnomes, Toads & White Rabbit Tea Parties,” the riotous romp is scheduled Friday, Oct. 19, through Sunday, Oct. 28.
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September 30th, 2007
By Kirby Collins
You don’t need to fly to Munich to enjoy Oktoberfest in Florida, Florida loves Oktoberfest as much as Florida loves beer and great German food. Floridians also love a party and there are many taking place.
Oktoberfest is a celebration of beer and food, though the history of Oktoberfest began with the marriage of Prince Ludwig and his bride Therese of Bavaria October 12, 1810. To honor the marriage a parade took place for the first time in 1835. Oktoberfest is now known as the Largest People’s Fair in the World.
View all Oktoberfest 2007 Florida Events »
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August 26th, 2007
By Kirby Collins
Jensen Beach, FL - Mulligan’s Beach House Bar and Grill is another great Florida restaurant located in Downtown Jensen Beach and across from the Intracoastal Waterway. Downtown Jensen is a great place to spend the day with shops, restaurants and night clubs just north of Stuart.
We shared the O’Mully Mahi Reuben sandwich and Fresh Catch Quesadilla again with Mahi Mahi. I ordered the Mahi Reuben without Thousand Island dressing as I have this thing about mayo and the like. They both were great and served with rice and french fries.
Mulligan’s Beach House has a full liquor bar and had a pretty good crowd the Saturday afternoon we visited. They feature live music on weekend nights and have plenty of seating.
Mulligan’s Beach House Bar and Grill is located at 2019 Jensen Beach Boulevard in Jensen Beach, FL.
August 16th, 2007
 Orlando, FL - Providing diners with a dinning experience they will never forget is a fine art form. Local Orlando restaurant Vines Grille & Wine Bar has mastered that art. The restaurant offers its diners an incomparable feast for the senses with a superior menu, an extensive and award-winning wine list, and live jazz and blues music from some of the hottest acts around the country.
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July 27th, 2007
By Kirby Collins
West Palm Beach, FL - While visiting CityPlace last weekend, it was obvious brick oven pizzas and martinis without gin or vodka are all the rage, so being hip and all we asked around and locals told us “Il Bellagio” was the place, and we were not disappointed.
Il Bellagio Italian staff was excellent, our waiter Carlos was friendly and explained the menu very well without the snobby facial expressions you might expect when you mispronounce an item. The atmosphere is perfect with both inside and outside dining options, we’d been walking around all morning and chose inside where the air-conditioning was a welcome comfort.
We shared the “Pizza Pesto” and a “Insalata Parmigiana” along with a “Tropical Martini”, afterward we had an Italian Coffee. Everything was terrific and the prices were very reasonable. Il Bellagio is one place I look forward to visiting again.
Il Bellagio is located at 600 S. Rosemary Ave. Ste. 170 in CityPlace.
July 24th, 2007
By Kirby Collins
West Palm Beach, FL - Urban shopping and entertainment districts are popping up all around Florida as communities rediscover the value of providing open places where people can meet, walk around and enjoy life. West Palm Beach’s CityPlace and Clematis District is a place where couples and families can feel safe. Singles and the young people will enjoy the entertainment, people watching and nightlife.
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July 17th, 2007
By Kirby Collins
Melbourne Beach, FL - Sebastian Beach Inn is popular for its beachside location, great food and it’s Sunday Reggae Party. We recently stopped in and enjoyed the beautiful view of the Atlantic from their huge Sea Side Deck.
The seas were flat and the beach was nearly deserted. As we waited for our food, we had a couple drinks and enjoyed a flock of about 40 white ibis hunting for mole crabs along the shore break.
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