For over three decades, Andrea Mucciga has been a culinary force gracing Southwest Florida with a taste of the Mediterranean. From the idyllic shores of Sanibel and Captiva Island, his restaurants over the years – Bellini’s on Captiva Island, Riviera, Dolce Vita, and Traditions on the Beach at Island Inn – became synonymous with warm hospitality and exquisite flavors – a taste of la dolce vita soaking in the Gulf Coast sunshine.
Eric J. Taubert
Eric J. Taubert
Eric J. Taubert is an artist (Taubert Gallery), fine art photographer, writer, digital publisher, artist curator (Sanibel Art Colony), and occasional chef who lives in Southwest Florida. He is also the owner of Barometer Media and the publisher of Sanibel Barometer. Visit him on X @erictaubert
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Sanibel’s Own Holly D. Smith Recognized as a Home Rule Hero for the Seventh Consecutive Year
Sanibel City Council Member Holly D. Smith has been honored with the prestigious Home Rule Hero Award by the Florida League of Cities (FLC) for the year 2024. This accolade …
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Across The CausewayFeaturesFort Myers
Florida’s Favorite Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band, The Caribbean Chillers Bring Margaritaville Memories to Edison Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers
Now that Jimmy Buffett has ascended to that great Margaritaville in the sky, and left us all alone down here still searching for that damn lost shaker of salt (SALT! …
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A Champion Emerges: Connie Ramos-Williams Assumes Executive Director Role at Calusa Waterkeeper
For Sanibel Island residents, clean water is more than just a necessity – it’s the lifeblood of their beloved island paradise. The turquoise waters surrounding Sanibel not only provide stunning …
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FeaturesReal Estate
Sanibel Real Estate: Unequivocally, one of the finest residences in all of Southwest Florida
This featured Sanibel Real Estate listing offered by Phaidra A McDermott of Kingfisher Real Estate Inc. is unequivocally one of the finest residences in all of Southwest Florida.
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DiningFeaturesRestaurants
The Green Flash Restaurant Rekindles Captiva Island Waterfront Dining Charm (Again!)
One of Captiva Island’s beloved waterfront dining options, The Green Flash, is back in all its glory! After enduring the battering of Hurricane Ian in September of 2022, the restaurant …
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Sunshine seekers and beach bums: Are you ready to ditch the daily grind and trade it for the calming rhythm of the waves? Then look no further than this meticulously …
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The Sanibel Island culinary scene is getting a delicious boost with the arrival of BRGR Kitchen + Bar at the Sanibel Island Beach Resort. This isn’t your average beachside burger …
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Beloved local retailer Chico’s has made a triumphant return to Sanibel Island. The original Chico’s store, a cherished landmark for loyal fans across the country, reopened its doors on Periwinkle …
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In the wake of Hurricane Ian’s tumultuous visit, Sanibel Island has found a voice through the lens of resident and photographer Angelika Geerlof who recently unveiled her latest creation – …