IRIE ISLAND EATS REOPENS AFTER DEVASTATING FIRE

When Irie Island Eats owner Chris Lordi left his business just after 6 p.m. on May 27, the last thing he expected was to receive a call...

BIZ FEATURE: MARATHON MERMAID CHARTERS TURNED A DREAM INTO CUSTOM-BUILT REALITY

For most, the phrase “do it yourself” might refer to painting a room, doing some light landscaping, or maybe even some minor auto repairs and maintenance. For Angela...

IN THEIR WORDS: MARGIE SMITH MAKES A DIFFERENCE IN THE FLORIDA KEYS

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Florida International University helps small businesses learn and make changes so they can grow, leverage best practices, expertise, and data...

BIZ FEATURE: COAST TO COAST PIZZA COMPANY TAPS INTO AUTHENTIC NEW YORK STYLE PIZZA

The community has been beating down the door for weeks. And finally, Coast to Coast Pizza Company is just about ready to live up to the hype. Marathon’s...

BIZ FEATURE: MAHINA AT ISLA BELLA BEACH RESORT OFFERS UPSCALE PACIFIC RIM DINING

Take the cuisines from every continent touching the Pacific Ocean, blend them together and put them on a plate. That’s the idea at Mahina, Isla Bella Beach...

FLORIDA KEYS TABLE: FOOD, FUSION & FLAVOR

The Florida Keys boast some of the most iconic eateries and bars in the world.  Creative culinary minds elevate local seafood to new levels and celebrate contemporary fusion,...

BIZ FEATURE: KEYS ROTISSERIE SERVES UP AFFORDABLE HOME-COOKED MEALS

Fast, homemade, affordable. When dining in the Keys, it’s usually a “pick two of those three” situation. With any luck, Keys Rotisserie in Marathon might be able...

FLORIDA KEYS TABLE: FOOD, DRINKS & PEOPLE

The Florida Keys boast some of the most iconic eateries and bars in the world.  Creative culinary minds elevate local seafood to new levels and celebrate contemporary fusion,...

MARATHON’S UPPER CRUST PIZZA REOPENING HONORS LATE OWNERS

One of Marathon’s flagship pizza restaurants has reopened its doors after a short hiatus. And although its beloved owners Rigoberto and Raisa Gonzalez will no longer greet...

MARATHON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES BUSINESS AWARDS

The Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2021 winners of the Chamber Business Awards. Nominated from the community by the chamber board, the winners were...