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A taste of Italy in Cape Coral: Why locals love this hidden Italian bakery and market
CAPE CORAL, Fla.—Amore Italian Market and Bakery is serving up homemade pastries, fresh bread, and authentic Italian dishes that keep locals coming back again and again. The family-owned bakery opened in 2019 and quickly became known for its old-school Italian recipes and welcoming atmosphere. Owner Giovanna Lafata said the name “Amore” was chosen intentionally.
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It’s more than waffles
There are breakfast spots, and then there are places that understand breakfast as a personality trait. Tucked into Bonita Springs, Waffle Monkey is the latter of the two. The establishment is a bright, energetic and colorful brunch spot that takes waffles seriously without taking itself too seriously. From the moment...
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St. Patrick’s Day at The Local leads food news
St. Patrick’s Day falls on Tuesday, March 17, this year and The Local is celebrating with signature farm to table classics:. Lunch Special: Corned beef, cabbage and spicy mustard sandwich, $20. Dinner Special: Corned beef hash with cabbage, carrots, potatoes and Irish soda bread, $30. 5323 Airport-Pulling Road, Naples;...
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Fort Myers Texas Roadhouse chef showcases the best game-day bites
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Chef Christian, who runs a Texas Roadhouse in Fort Myers, joined Good Morning Gulf Coast in the studio to showcase some simple yet tasty game-day bites. From potatoes to onion blossoms, he showed how to make Texas Roadhouse appetizers in your kitchen. You can watch...
Babcock Ranch Telegraph
The Dish on Slater’s Goods & Provisions
For those looking for a neighborhood eatery with moderately priced, made-from-scratch dishes, a full-service bar and a family atmosphere where kids, grandparents and even well-behaved dogs are welcome on the patio, Slater’s Goods & Provisions is that kind of place. It’s a comfortable venue suitable for multi-generations and helps Babcock Ranch feel like home. Known for its savory food with […] The post The Dish on Slater’s Goods & Provisions first appeared on Babcock Ranch Telegraph .
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Sanibel Outlets redeveloper opens Edgar's steakhouse
Edgar Wilson II wanted to honor his father and reimagine the restaurant at The Dunes Island Club on Sanibel Island. With the debut of Edgar’s, he did both. The restaurant soft-opened March 6, drawing about 60 diners who watched the sun set across the greens of The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club, 945 Sand Castle Road. Edgar’s leans into luxury dining, with a full bar, a new piano and a rotating menu that on opening night featured a 16-ounce, $115 Chateaubriand; a 32-ounce, $110 porterhouse; a 12-ounce, $52 New York strip; and an 8-ounce, $58 char-grilled filet mignon. Other entrees included a $42 crab-stuffed grouper and a $35 chicken Toscano.
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Outdoor opera festival brings music to Naples' Baker Park
NAPLES, Fla. (WINK)—Opera Naples is preparing to host its Festival Under the Stars at Baker Park, bringing outdoor opera performances to the community. The festival has been held in the community for the past six years and features productions with singers, a chorus, and a live orchestra. “This is...
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Latin-Inspired Bowl Concept Opening in Cape Coral
CAPE CORAL, FL - Sazon To Go is targeting a March 12 opening at 290 Nicholas Pkwy NW Unit 5, Cape Coral, FL 33991, owner Naylin Zamora told Business Debut. The fast-casual concept will focus on Latin-inspired, health-conscious bowls designed for quick pickup and delivery. What to Expect. Sazon To...
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Fort Myers Brewing wins six medals at 2026 Best Florida Beer Championships
Fort Myers Brewing Company, Lee County’s first microbrewery and one of Florida’s largest craft breweries, swept the 2026 Best Florida Beer Championships — earning six medals for six entered beers and claiming Second Runner-Up for Florida’s Best Large Brewery. The announcement was made at the Best Florida Beer Brewer’s Ball on Sunday, March 8.
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35th Annual India Fest Brings food, dance and culture to Fort Myers
A vibrant celebration of Indian culture is coming to Southwest Florida this weekend. The 35th annual India Fest will take place March 14 at the Alliance for the Arts, bringing a full day of performances, food, shopping and cultural experiences to the community. Hosted by the India Association of Fort...
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Here Are The 2026 Shrimp Festival Parade Winners
Estero Boulevard was packed with eager onlookers as the 68th Annual Fort Myers Beach Lions Club Shrimp Festival Parade made its way north from the Library to Times Square. There were over 50 participants. The judges have tallied their votes for the best entries. Here they are…. In the Business...
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Girls Night at Florida Rep ArtStage Studio
Florida Repertory Theatre presents Girls Night: The Musical, an Entertainment Events production, March 11 through 29 in the ArtStage Studio Theatre. Girls Night: The Musical is a touching and hilarious “tell-it-like-it-is” musical taking audiences on a journey into the lives of a group of female friends. The musical features popular hit songs of the ‘80s and ‘90s and follows five friends as they re-live their past, celebrate their present, and look to the future on a wild and hilarious karaoke night out.
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Unframed & Underground returns to Downtown Fort Myers Art Walk
After a wildly successful debut, “Unframed & Underground,” led by Brian “Dream” Weaver and Jason “Sandman” Sanders, returns to the heart of downtown Fort Myers. Last month’s performance transformed the intersection into a living optical illusion. Using live models, massive black lights, hand-painted body art, and immersive floor-to-wall installations, the duo created a fully enveloping visual experience that stopped crowds in their tracks. The models became part of the canvas. The walls and pavement became part of the illusion. The entire space pulsed with light, movement, and creativity.
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3 To Do: Brazilian guitar at Arts Bonita; Whitney Houston tribute on Marco
1. SUNDAY: Brazilian guitarist Lari Basilio at Arts Bonita. Lari Basilio is a Brazilian guitarist, songwriter and producer with international acclaim for instrumental rock that’s built around strong composition, not flash. Her music is driven by big melodic themes, tight rhythmic hooks and arrangements that move with purpose—original, modern and immediately engaging, with the guitar carrying the narrative the way a lead vocalist would.
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Gulfshore Opera brings the classic “Porgy and Bess” to Punta Gorda
Gulfshore Opera will present a special jazz opera concert version of “Porgy and Bess” — widely regarded as America’s greatest homegrown opera and one of the most ambitious and enduring works in the American musical canon. Premiering at the Alvin Theatre in 1935, “Porgy and Bess”...