Linda Gassenheimer - The Flavors of the Florida Keys

Key Lime Pie French Toast with Berry Compote ()

This special French toast is a perfect start to any day. Its the signature dish at Azur Restauranta local favorite, tucked into a quiet corner on Grinnell Street in Key West.

Toms Harbor House Watermelon Salad ()

Enjoy the color and spice of the keys with a light, tropical salad of juicy watermelon, spiced pecans, and a citrus dressing. Its from Toms Harbor House at Hawks Cay Resort on Duck Key.

Stone Crab and Artichoke Dip ()

Andrea Morgan from the Eaton Street Market in Key West warmed this dip and served it to me. It was an immediate hit. If I dont have stone crabs, I use lump crab and love it.

Keys RestaurantsFrom Waterfront Beach Shacks to Resort Dining Rooms

Mrs. Macs Kitchen

Beach Grill Soft Tacos ()

With my toes in the sand and a slight breeze blowing through the palm trees, I tasted this barbecued beef taco dish. Its from the Beach Grill at Hawks Cay Resort and Marina where you can eat lunch under the palms or dinner under the stars.

Sangria-Braised Pulled Pork Sliders (page 158) and Almas Rich Sangria ()

Pork braised in Sangria makes an amazing pulled pork sandwich. The perfect drink with it is Almas Rich Sangria from Hawks Cays signature Alma Restaurant.

Almas Ocean Bounty ()

Chef Wolfgang Birk created this dish using the fresh, sweet, seafood bounty from the waters surrounding him at Hawks Cay Resort and Marina.

Buddy Owen, Owner, BOs Fish Wagon

Catch of the day from Hawks Cay Resort and Marina Charter Fishing Boat Tailwalker

Green Curried Keys Shrimp ()

Sweet Keys pink shrimp float on a tangy Thai green curry sauce to make this delicious Keys fusion dish.

Hogfish Bar and Grill Killer Hogfish Sandwich ()

Just caught fresh fish, lightly sauted with a delicate crust, is the basis for this sandwich. No wonder its an island favorite!

Heavenly Hogfish and Tomatoes ()

Thin fillets, lightly cooked with a crisp crust and creamy inside is a perfect way to enjoy fresh fish from the marina just outside Toms Harbor House at Hawks Cay Resort and Marina. Its perfect with the tomato, onion, and mango topping.

Presidential Blackened Grouper ()

President Bush, Sr. told captain/chef Bill Whitney that this was the best grouper he had ever eaten. Its no wonder. The salmon creates a creamy center between two fillets dusted with blackened seasoning.

Beach Grill Black Grouper ()

This tasty fish with a cucumber-tomato salsa or a tomato parmesan sauce is a simple way to enjoy fresh fish created at the Beach Grill at Hawks Cay Resort and Marina.

Almas Key Lime Mango Parfait ()

Sweet mango sauce contrasted with a tart key lime cream make a light, spectacular end to a meal. It goes perfectly with my Key Lime Cookies. Im a confessed cookie monster and felt they were a must for the Key Lime chapter.

Dulce de Leche Cheesecake ()

Caramel-flavored dulce de leche sauce is marbled throughout this luxurious cheesecake. Its a perfect party dish from Hawks Cay Resort and Marina.

Hawks Cay Resort and Marina Charter Captains Matt Bellinger and Bill Whitney

THE Flavors
OF THE
Florida Keys

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