Food + Beverage

Edo Japanese Steakhouse

Your premier destination for an authentic Japanese dining experience in Gainesville. Article and Photography by Jeremy Zhu Stop by for the Grand Opening of Edo Japanese Steakhouse - your premier destination for an authentic Japanese dining experience in Gainesville, FL! Located at 6419 W Newberry Rd Suite A3 (The Oaks Mall). Our restaurant charms guests with an exquisite selection of authentic Japanese cuisine made from the freshest ingredients. From sizzling hibachi grills to delicate sushi...

September 2024

Food + Beverage

A Healthy Treat!

High protein, high fiber chocolate peanut butter smoothie. Article and Photography by Samantha Howell What's a great drink for after a workout? I recommend something high in protein and fiber, with chocolate, YUM!  High protein, high fiber chocolate peanut butter smoothie  1 frozen banana 1 cup frozen blueberries  5 oz Vanilla Greek Yogurt 10 oz Milk of your choice 2 scoops( 4 tbsp) Chocolate protein powder  2 scoops(4 tbsp) powdered peanut butter  1 tbsp unsweetened coco powder 2...

September 2024

Entertainment

Your Adventurous Decorating Style!

Article by Mary Kate Walker Enjoy holiday dining at its best with the help of Walker Furniture. The dining table is from the Universal Furniture Modern Farmhouse collection. This table setting shows different styles that are blended together to make a beautiful table setting. We mixed together farmhouse with traditional and rustic styles. Don't be afraid to be adventurous with your decorating style. https://www.walkerfurnituregainesville.com/

September 2024

Entertainment

Fine Dining

“So worth the drive! A hidden gem in the middle of nowhere.” Article and Photography by Zoe Bowden Surrounded by the Goethe State Forest 30 miles southwest of Gainesville is the last place you might expect to find elevated, chef-driven dining. But that is exactly where you will find the Black Prong Bar & Grill. Located inside Black Prong Resort, the Bar & Grill offers a seasonally crafted menu that serves refined takes on classic fares. Unique multi-course culinary experiences are offered...

September 2024

Food + Beverage

My Favorite Dishes

Chef's Selection with Bill Sinis, Owner of Scuola Pizza! Article by Bill Sinis | Photography by Tanya Consaul Photography & Scuola Pizza Bill Sinis, Owner of Scuola Pizza, shares with us his favorite dishes! My favorite dish is: Gyro Pita Wrap with fries inside.  "It reminds me of growing up in Greece when all the gyros had all the toppings PLUS fries inside and sprinkled with Sweet Paprika. Anything that reminds me of my childhood in Greece will always take 1st place."  Number 2 is...

September 2024

Education

Friends of the Library

Offering a Treasure Trove of Books! Article by Friends of the Library | Photography by Ellen Smith Friends of the Library (FOL) offers the community a treasure trove of approximately 500,000 donated books and media, most items costing between 25 cents and $5. Shoppers can select from books in print and on tape and DVDs, art, vinyl records, comics and manga, puzzle and games, over 60 categories in paperback and hardback books, fiction, mystery, science fiction, romance, history, classics...

September 2024

Food + Beverage

La Fiesta Mexican Grille

God, Family, and Love. Article by Amanda Castro | Photography by Tanya Consaul Photography What brought you to Gainesville and to the restaurant business? What brought me to Gainesville was when my family moved here in 1989 from Athens, Ga, in search to find a new location to open a Mexican restaurant. When my father arrived in Gainesville, he noticed it was a nice small college town, and thought it would be a great place to raise a family.  What have been the greatest challenges...

September 2024

Home + Design

The Heart of Every Home.

The kitchen is the most important room of the house. Article by Kaelyn Schmidt | Photography by Architography Studios The kitchen is the heart of every home. It's the place where most memories are made. Whether learning to cook or bake, or just being there to enjoy the goodies from the oven, the kitchen is the most important room in the house.  More and more people are rethinking their home decor in the kitchen and making it more of a living space. What do you love about your kitchen? What...

September 2024

Food + Beverage

Fehrenbacher's Meats & Eats

Meat Me at Fehrenbacher's! Article and Photography by Adam Fehrenbacher Check out one of Gainesville's best kept secrets, Fehrenbacher's Meats & Eats, located in downtown Gainesville at the 4th Avenue Food Park. Chef Adam Fehrenbacher has created a unique combination of Meat market and deli, offering premium cuts of locally raised beef, handmade sausages, organic chicken, cured and smoked meats, as well as inspired sandwiches, salads and wraps along with ice cold beers from local breweries...

September 2024

Food + Beverage

Inside the Autobarn Farm!

A hydroponic farm that grows tender greens and lettuces. Article and Photography by Patrick Gruninger Capturing astounding flavor elevates a meal. We should eat better, make healthier choices. We all know this. It’s perfect when the healthy choice is also amazingly tasty – and beautiful! Serving fresh greens from Autobarn Farm expands every kitchen’s potential and ensures healthy eating. Growing leafy greens and lettuces in the middle of north Florida summer is nearly impossible. Inside the...

September 2024