March 4, 2022
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Loving the blues
Make the most of Florida’s short but sweet blueberry season with this rustic tart recipe
March 3, 2022
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A hidden gem
Only a simple wooden sign reveals that — sandwiched between a Target store and Haverty’s along Highway 192 — lies the gateway to a social experiment in homesteading
March 2, 2022
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Business Hall of Fame laureates
Junior Achievement honors entrepreneur, marine biologist For nearly four decades, Junior Achievement of the Space Coast has been working with Brevard County youth to help them shape their economic futures. Through the Junior Achievement cores of financial literacy, entrepreneurship and...
March 2, 2022
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Coasts are kissing cousins
A simple wooden sign greets visitors to Melbourne Village. Villager Mabel Saunders so enjoyed bidding hello to neighbors that the sign was erected in her memory. ROB DOWNEY When we acquired Space Coast Living last year, it seemed to make...
February 22, 2022
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BEST PIZZA 2022
BEST PIZZA RYAN’S PIZZA | 4 Harrison St., Cocoa | 321.634.5555 | ryanspizzaandpub.com Colorful rooftop umbrellas signal right away that Ryan’s Pizza and Pub is no ordinary pizza place. Inside, brick walls and an arch welcome you with warmth. It’s...
February 22, 2022
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BEST SALON/BARBERSHOP 2022
SILHOUETTE HAIR DESIGN 1590 Highland Ave., Melbourne, 321.242.2594, silhouettehair.com Silhouette specializes in creating unique looks with color, cuts and styling. The staff wants to make clients look and feel beautiful. They have a wealth of professional hair salon and spa...
February 22, 2022
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BEST NONPROFIT 2022
THE WOMEN’S CENTER 1425 Aurora Road, Melbourne, 321.242.3110 400 Julia St., Titusville, 321.607.6811 womenscenter.net The Women’s Center in Melbourne and Titusville helps people who are victims of domestic abuse and rape to heal from their experiences. Serving more than 6,500...
February 22, 2022
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BEST PLACE FOR BREAKFAST 2022
BACKWATER 1904 Municipal Lane, Melbourne 321.837.3925 backwaterflorida.com Here’s something that has never been heard of by most people. Backwater, a breakfast and supper place in Melbourne, lets guests make their own pancakes at eight griddle tables. Buy the batter and...
February 9, 2022
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BEST HAMBURGER 2022
PUB AMERICANA 924 E. New Haven Ave., Melbourne 321.802.6500 401 Delannoy Ave., Cocoa 321.877.3456 pubamericana.com Stacked juicy burgers dripping with cheese and toppings are standard at Pub Americana, beloved for its burgers at its Cocoa and Melbourne restaurants. As...
February 9, 2022
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GRAIN DESIGN
Jill Harris found fame, fortune and romance, all in a grain of sand.
February 9, 2022
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BRIDGING PAST AND FUTURE
Developers strive to preserve the vibe of the Eau Gallie Arts District For more than two decades, hairstylist Karen Lewis has witnessed the ebb and flow of the Eau Gallie Arts District from the window of her salon/art gallery on...
February 8, 2022
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BEST RETAIL STORE 2022
DOWNTOWN DIVAS 837 E. New Haven Ave., Melbourne, 321.733.0898 downtowndivasmelbourne.com Style is individual. Downtown Divas, with its personal shoppers, helps you find yours. A series of questions about your likes and dislikes helps them pick a selection of things for...
February 5, 2022
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BEST NEW RESTAURANT
Q’S CRACKIN’ CRAB & SEAFOOD KITCHEN 5240 N. Atlantic Ave., Unit 100, Cocoa Beach 321.613.4044 Qscrackincrab.com Quinisha Bredwood opened Q’s Crackin’ Crab & Seafood Kitchen, with the Q for Quinisha, in July with high hopes that her favorite recipes would...
February 5, 2022
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BEST GOLF COURSE
VIERA EAST GOLF CLUB 2300 Clubhouse Drive, Rockledge | 321.639.6500 | vieragolf.com Viera East Golf Club offers one of the region’s premier golf experiences. The manicured course was designed by world-renowned architect Joe Lee. It features lush, rolling fairways, clear...
