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A toast to French history
The legends surrounding Châteauneuf-du-Pape—the village and the wine—make this popular French blend a real conversation starter. June marks the 75th…
A man who knows his place
Lady Lake butcher Ralph Rao continues his family’s tradition of men doing the cooking. Growing up with Italian and Irish…
Nancy’s place gets a makeover
The restaurant has a new look, a great chef, and excellent service. When you step into the newly remodeled Legacy…
Tantalizing the taste buds
Former Lama Grocery/gas station is now a bustling sandwich shop where diners rave over paninis and appetizers. It’s exciting to…
Stop and smell the…floral wines
If you love to stop and smell the flowers, then you will love these aromatic white wines. Now that swimsuit…
In the Kitchen: Homeschooled
Culinary instructor Lynn Beacher leads cooking classes in her Mount Dora kitchen. Lynn Beacher had an aha moment when she…
Cooking with Ze’
Local chef teaches new, healthier twists on African heritage dishes. “These are foods we are used to, but this is…
Fork on the road: Plantation Diner – Nothing’s finer than Plantation Diner
An old-fashioned diner the locals love. Plantation Diner is a great place for a truly good breakfast or lunch. The…
Fork on the road: Sammy’s Italian Restaurant – Meraviglioso—that’s Italian for ‘wonderful’
Pasta specialties, stromboli, and cannoli are delicious delights. When Villages residents pack an Italian restaurant, it’s a strong indication the…
Best of Louisiana-Florida cuisine
This Weirsdale eatery provides tasty delights and a spectacular lakefront view. Eaton’s Beach Sandbar & Grill sits on the south…
