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New Fort Myers restaurant opens with celebrity chef's flavors
Fabio Viviani is perhaps best known as the fan favorite of Top Chef’s season 5 on Bravo. The celebrity chef, restaurateur and entrepreneur also beat Bobby Flay on an episode of the aptly named Food Network show, “Beat Bobby Flay.” In addition to that, he’s the founder of Fabio Viviani Hospitality, which oversees 30 to 40 culinary ventures. And one of those is Chuck Lager Legendary Kitchen, which just opened a location near Gulf Coast Town Center in south Fort Myers . 'A complete renovation' “Fabio is fantastic,” said Fort Myers resident Jim Tover, who moved here in 2017 after spending 40 years in the financial services sector in Boston. “He’s such a good partner, very involved. And (Fabio Viviani Hospitality) is helping out to make sure we’re successful.” On Jan. 26, Tover and Viviani opened Chuck Lager on University Plaza Drive, in the space vacated by Chili’s a few years ago. “It was a complete renovation,” said Tover, who added he never really thought he’d own a restaurant. “The kitchen, front of house. The outdoor patio was added. That’s been doing well, especially this time of year.” “The patio is awesome,” added Chris Neal, FVH director of operations. “The
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Captiva Civic Association showcases Lacy McClary’s “Somewhere Over the Causeway”
The Captiva Civic Association (CCA) is hosting local artist Lacy McClary’s art show, “Somewhere Over the Causeway.” CCA’s 2025-2026 season is sponsored by Karen Bell and the Bell Team, Michael Saunders and Company and the art series is sponsored by Bank of the Islands. The show...
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This Quirky Ice Cream Shack In Florida Will Take You Straight Back To Childhood Dreams
Picture a giant waffle cone building where the Florida sun meets swirls of soft serve and childhood memories. Twistee Treat in Fort Myers has that just-right mix of retro charm and simple, feel-good flavors. You will find generous scoops, quick service, and prices that still feel like a neighborhood treat.
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Cape Coral native catches 480-pound swordfish off Florida Keys
CAPE CORAL, Fla.—A Cape Coral native has made a remarkable catch off the Florida Keys, reeling in a massive swordfish after a five-hour struggle. What began as a routine eight-hour fishing trip turned into an epic battle at sea for Captain Jose Rodriguez. "It's called Purple fever, because they...
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The Laboratory Theater presents “Julius Caesar”
Laboratory Theater presents William Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar,” directed by Alex Dagg and Nykkie Rizley. Known for pushing boundaries and championing daring, cutting-edge theater, The Laboratory Theater of Florida is returning to its roots with a provocative, modern reimagining of William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar, opening March 27. In this visceral staging, Co-directors Alex Dagg and Nykkie Rizley swap the marble pillars of Rome for the shadows of a dingy parking lot. This is a world of asphalt and adrenaline, where the high-minded rhetoric of the Senate is replaced by the dangerous codes of the street.
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Targets Down. Smiles Up. What a Day at MACCA’s Sporting Clays Challenge!
From the first check-in to the final raffle drawing, the energy stayed high and the course stayed lively. Whether you came to compete, connect, or just enjoy a great day outside, you helped make it a standout success. None of it would have come together without the incredible support of...
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VIDEO: Water Tower – George Washington (Live Music) Sugarshack Sessions
Water Tower – George Washington (Live Music) | Sugarshack Sessions. 🔔 Subscribe to Sugarshack’s Channel: https://bit.ly/4hNw3OT. Water Tower from Los Angeles, CA performing an original acoustic version of their song “Lose Everything” live at the Sugarshack in Bonita Springs, FL. Episode 1272. More episodes from...
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A History of Early Englewood
Join the Lemon Bay Historical Society for Tuesday, February 24 at 7pm at the historic Green Street Church, 510 South Indiana Avenue, Englewood, as longtime resident Nancy Wille presents “A History of Early Englewood.” Wille, who has lived in Englewood since 1949, will narrate a slideshow featuring hundreds of photographs she has taken over the years documenting the area’s rich history. Esther Horton, vice president of the Historical Society, will accompany Wille and share personal stories of what life in Englewood was like in years gone by.
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Point Ybel Brewing to open downtown Fort Myers brewpub
Point Ybel Brewing Co. has a motto: Inspired by Sanibel, crafted in Fort Myers. Soon, the 12-year-old brewery will add a new location on the western end of downtown Fort Myers. Named for the easternmost point of Sanibel, where the lighthouse overlooks San Carlos Bay, Point Ybel Brewing Co. is...
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Barry Manilow postpones Estero concerts again amid cancer surgery recovery
ESTERO, Fla. — Barry Manilow has once again postponed his concert dates at the Hertz Arena in Estero as he continues to recover from surgery. Manilow announced the news on his social media platforms, stating he had a "very depressing visit" with his surgeon. >>Video above: Gulf Coast News'...
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McCartney's righthand Wings man lived in Naples, featured in new movie
North Naples rocker Denny Laine worked side-by-side with Paul McCartney in their hugely popular band Wings. Together, they packed arenas in the ‘70s with hits like “Band on the Run,” “Live and Let Die” and “Silly Love Songs.” Now — after Laine’s death in 2023 — a new book, documentary and upcoming exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame are celebrating the band and the musical partnership between rock icon McCartney of The Beatles, his wife Linda McCartney and Laine, the original lead singer and guitarist for classic-rock greats The Moody Blues. Laine would’ve loved all the new attention for Wings and the music he made with McCartney, says Laine’s widow Liz Hines. That’s what makes this moment so bittersweet. “It's just so sad for me, because he's not here to enjoy it…” says Hines of North Naples. “It was a very creative time (in Laine’s life). He got to tour the world. He got to see the world, which is something he always wanted to do.” Denny Laine interviewed in new Wings documentary Laine sat for a February 2023 interview in New York with Oscar-winning film director Morgan Neville (“20 Feet From Stardom”), Hines says. The three-hour
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PRIDE Cape Coral announces Annual Pride Festival 2026
PRIDE Cape Coral invites the community to come together for its Annual Pride Festival on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. EST, in downtown Cape Coral. Starting at noon, visitors will enjoy food vendors, music, and entertainment. The PRIDE Parade, which remains free and open to the public, will begin at 4 p.m. along Lafayette Street between Vincennes Street and Cape Coral Street, welcoming residents and visitors to celebrate together.
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3 To Do: Nate Bargatze at Hertz; Fire Foundation celebration; expo
See the comedian perform live as his Big Dumb Eyes World Tour brings him to Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. At 7 p.m. Feb. 27 and 28. Tickets start at $42 and arena parking is $30. Information: 239-948-7825 or hertzarena.com. 2. WEDNESDAY: Fire Rescue Foundation celebration. The Marco Island...
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Tea, tiers, and timeless charm: Inside Wisteria Tea Room & Café in Fort Myers
FORT MYERS, Fla.--You have had tea before. But not like this. At Wisteria Tea Room & Cafe, tea is not a quick drink on the way to something else. It is the event. It is the outfit. It is the moment you slow down, trade your phone for a teacup, and feel like you have stepped into another time.
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A taste of India in Cape Coral: How one chef Is cooking with heart
In Cape Coral, you can travel to India without ever boarding a plane. The journey begins at Indian Breeze, a family-run restaurant where every dish is rooted in tradition and made with intention. Indian Breeze is built around one idea. Food should feel personal. The menu reflects that belief with...
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Le Colonial takes diners to 1920s Saigon
Le Colonial , the acclaimed French-Vietnamese restaurant that launched in Naples in 2023, celebrates a menu unlike any other establishment’s along the sophisticated Fifth Avenue South. Le Colonial’s culinary style begins foundationally with Vietnamese recipes. From here, every item, beginning with small plates, like heritage chicken pan-seared dumplings, is...
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The Portrait Bar to Host Takeovers at The Tampa EDITION and The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
Florida’s Gulf Coast will get a taste of Manhattan’s cocktail culture this March when The Portrait Bar, New York’s cocktail destination, travels south for a two-night takeover in partnership with Altamura Distilleries. The bar, located inside The Fifth Avenue Hotel and ranked No. 93 on North America’s...