Birds, wildlife hurricane survival, electronic screens, toxic waste and trash: What do they all have in common? They are the topics of six speakers who fill the free “Ding” Darling Lecture Series this season for the 19th year at the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island, returning to the refuge for the first time since 2020. The […]
Traditional holiday has become life on the farm
My husband Todd and I bought an Airstream travel trailer in the summer of 2018 and as we were driving up to Georgia this Christmas — and Todd’s birthday two days later — we realized we’ve been leaving town in Diana (yes, we named our trailer) for Christmas week every year since we purchased her. We’ve spent Christmas in Amelia […]
Traditional holiday has become life on the farm
My husband Todd and I bought an Airstream travel trailer in the summer of 2018 and as we were driving up to Georgia this Christmas — and Todd’s birthday two days later — we realized we’ve been leaving town in Diana (yes, we named our trailer) for Christmas week every year since we purchased her. We’ve spent Christmas in Amelia […]
CARLIE’S THREE FOR 3
CUBAN SANDWICHA trio worth noting
1CUBANS BE LIKE RESTAURANT 13300 South Cleveland Ave., Suite 21, Fort Myers; 239-789-1869 or www.cubansbelike.com/ The Famous Cuban Sandwich comes with the traditional toppings of meats, cheese, pickles and mustard. It’s served with either French fries or fried plantains. But that’s not all! This spot also offers the Midnight Sandwich, which is loaded on sweet Cuban bread and Pan Con […]
CARLIE’S THREE FOR 3
CUBAN SANDWICHA trio worth noting
1CUBANS BE LIKE RESTAURANT 13300 South Cleveland Ave., Suite 21, Fort Myers; 239-789-1869 or www.cubansbelike.com/ The Famous Cuban Sandwich comes with the traditional toppings of meats, cheese, pickles and mustard. It’s served with either French fries or fried plantains. But that’s not all! This spot also offers the Midnight Sandwich, which is loaded on sweet Cuban bread and Pan Con […]
THE DISH: Highlights from local menus
The Dish: One little bird breakfast The Place: Three Little Birds Breakfast Truck; travels Lee County (see calendar on website); 239-333-5471; www.threelittlebirdstruck.com The Price: $5 The Details: Three Little Birds occupies a unique niche in the food truck ecosystem of Southwest Florida: it serves only breakfast. You’ll find the truck at places where folks flock together around brunchtime, such as […]