LIFESTYLE
May/Jun 2023 Discover
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Stasia Voorhees, Director of Lifestyle 941-448-1654 Stasia.Voorhees@Troon.com
Alexis Perez Community Association Manager Alexis.Perez@TeamEsplanade.com
Tony Sahyoun, Resort Manager 941-487-0075
Tony.Sahyoun@TeamEsplanade.com
Stacy Logue Wellness & Sport Courts Manager 813-461-4143
Stacy.Logue@TeamEsplanade.com
MEMBER SERVICE
EsplanadeLakeClubLifestyle.com 800-720-0028
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
COMMUNITY INFO
Esplanade Lake Club 11621 Venetian Lagoon Drive Fort Myers, FL 33913
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TAYLOR MORRISON SALES
Sales Gallery
Mon-Sat, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun, 12 - 6 p.m.
Berch Gannon: 239-253-4273 BGannon@TaylorMorrison.com
Christine Mangano: 239-565-0030 CMangano@TaylorMorrison.com
Joanna Ritchie: 239-443-8161 JRitchie@TaylorMorrison.com
Krista Edwards: 239-560-6303 KEdwards@TaylorMorrison.com
PULTE SALES
Isabel Lord Sales Consultant Isabel.Lord@Pulte.com 239-788-4821
SEAGATE SALES
Jeff Garard JGarard@SeagateDevelopmentGroup.com
2 ESPLANADE LIFESTYLE MAY/JUN 2023 Contents LETTER FROM THE LIFESTYLE TEAM A note on what's coming up TEAM SPOTLIGHT Meet Marcella Marinho ESPLANADE CONNECT Eva’s Closet FEATURED EVENTS Cinco de Mayo, Pops Poolside & Havana Nights PET FEATURE Meet Jeter and Marley & Events for Furry Friends CONCIERGE Exclusive offerings, just for you MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Meet Leora Dubrovsky IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Recent Events A LOOK AHEAD Upcoming Events PADDY PADDLES Battle of the Esplanades Pickleball Event Recap FITNESS Group Fitness Classes WELLNESS Pickleball/Tennis Exercises ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Around Town: Motown Monday CULINARY Cuban Sandwich COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP Clean Earth Challenge TRAVEL Destinations by Esplanade 4
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In this issue
Letter From the Lifestyle Team
STASIA VOORHEES YOUR DIRECTOR OF LIFESTYLE
Summer is on the Way!
Sweet summertime is almost here at Esplanade Lake Club! As the temperature rises, we hope you are all spending time poolside by our brand-new Resort pool and enjoying the best of Lake Club.
Join us in welcoming a new addition to our Resort team, our Executive Chef, Marcella Marinho. We are excited to share that our Bahama Bar and Toasted Café should be opening soon. Stay tuned to your emails as we will be celebrating the opening of both with our second Signature Event theme of the year, Havana Nights!
We would like to kindly remind everyone that as our community grows it is extremely important to register for all activities as well as cancel any registrations in a timely manner. This allows us to accurately anticipate the total attendance and ensure the most enjoyable lifestyle programming for our Members! Sometimes activities and events require a participation minimum, so we also want to make sure we are meeting certain guidelines to host these activities.
As always, please do not hesitate to reach out to your Resort team with any questions or suggestions you may have. We are always looking to bring new things to enhance your Lifestyle here at Lake Club! We’ve had many Members make some great suggestions for events, and I am happy to say you will see some of those added to our calendar this year!
MAY/JUN 2023 ESPLANADE LIFESTYLE 3 Stasia
Marcella Marinho
YOUR EXECUTIVE CHEF
Chef Marcella has made a name for herself in the private dining industry. Her menus are known for highlighting the best of seasonal and local ingredients and showcase unique and delicious flavors. Marcella believes that food should not only taste good, but also be good for you, which is reflected in her commitment to using highquality ingredients and healthy cooking techniques.
Marcella has also owned and operated a successful catering business, serving clients such as Rockstar Video Games and Houzz, two large tech companies in California.
Marcella is thrilled to join the Esplanade community in Fort Myers and is excited to bring her culinary expertise to its Members. She looks forward to creating unforgettable culinary experiences that showcase her passion for flavorful cooking.
Beyond her love of cooking, Marcella is also dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. She is eager to get to know the Members and to create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere through her food.
Marcella is not just an accomplished Brazilian chef, but also a loving mother of two amazing children. She has a 15-year-old daughter named Amanda, an avid Beach and Court Volleyball player at ECS and a 6-year-old son, Logan, who is a young promise in golfing and can always be found at the range at The Club at Renaissance or The Club at Gateway.
When Marcella is not in the kitchen creating culinary masterpieces, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, taking part in various sports and activities. Marcella is an avid traveler and enjoys exploring new cultures and cuisines. Her love for cooking is greatly influenced by her travels, and she is always on the lookout for new ingredients and techniques to incorporate into her dishes.
Marcella’s culinary expertise spans over two decades since she graduated with honors at San Diego Culinary Institute.
Eva’s Closet
This past March and April, Esplanade Members truly shined supporting Eva’s Closet by donating Easter baskets for kids in our local area that could use some smiles during the holiday. As you may recall, we featured this wonderful organization in the Mar/Apr edition of the magazine. To learn more, visit evascloset.org. Special thank you to the following Members who put together some beautiful baskets: Diane Walters; Sheila Vojack; Jennifer Tobiansky; and Jean Bassinger.
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SPOTLIGHT / ESPLANADE CONNECT
TEAM
Cinco de Mayo
Friday, May 5
6 p.m. | $15 The Venue
No time to siesta its time to fiesta! Join your fellow amigos for a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. Your Lifestyle Manager will provide the festive faire, all you need to do is bring along your favorite beverage! You must register in advance.
Pops Poolside
Wednesday, June 21 1 p.m. The Venue Pool
Join
Havana
NIGHTS Coming in June
Whisk yourself away to an evening in paradise and immerse yourself in the spirit of the tropics in your own Bahama Bar! Enjoy tropical-inspired cuisine and cha-cha charm your way onto the dance floor with authentic themed music.
FIESTA
us poolside for a cool down treat. Stop by for a refreshing summer staple. Limit one treat per person.
Furry Friends Meet Jeter & Marley
LOVED BY THE HURLEY FAMILY
What are your pets’ breed, age and birthday?
Jeter, the brown dog, is a 12-year-old Ridgeback mix, born on December 23, 2010. Marley, the black dog, is a 5-year-old Corgi Lab mix, born on September 5, 2017.
What are your pets’ favorite treats?
Jeter loves all treats, but especially things that are chicken flavored and Marley loves spoonfuls of peanut butter.
Tell us something special about your pets?
Jeter is a rescue dog and we got him at 6 weeks old. We chose him from the litter because he has two white front paws that look like socks and has green eyes. He is very sweet and loves any stuffed lamb toy. Jeter is also super gentle with any animal he encounters, especially baby bunnies. Marley is a rescue dog from Puerto Rico, abandoned during Hurricane Maria and flown to Naples’s Humane Society. She was a part of a litter named after Santa’s reindeer (Comet), but since she is so loving we wanted to rename her Marley.
Anything else you want us to know about your pets?
Marley and Jeter love to go on walks and explore the dog park. Hopefully they can make some new friends this year in the community!
HAVE A FURRY FAMILY MEMBER THAT YOU WANT TO FEATURE?
Contact your Lifestyle Manager to be featured in the next edition of the Lifestyle Magazine. Answer a few questions, such as those below, about your furry, feathery, or scaly friend and share a couple pictures.
1. What is your pet's name, breed, age and birthday?
2. What is your pet's favorite treat and pastime?
3. Tell us one special thing about your pet?
4. Anything else you want us to know about your pet?
Don’t have a furry family of your own, but know a community Member who does? Nominate them to be the next Featured Furry Friend. Contact the Member to suggest the feature or your Lifestyle Manager to nominate anonymously.
We Want to Meet Your Furry Friends
Please join us for the following pet-friendly events!
BARK IN THE PARK
Wednesday, May 24 | 5:30 p.m.
Bark Park
Head to the Bark Park for some puppy play time. Bring along a beverage and your four-legged friends and let’s get together. Your Lifestyle team will provide some fun toys for the dogs to play with while you meet and mingle with your fellow Lake Club animal lovers.
POPS & PUPS
Wednesday, June 21 | 3 p.m.
The Venue
Join us for a summer cool down at the Bark Park. Your Lifestyle team will provide a cool and refreshing treat for both you and your furry family members.
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PET FEATURE
Exclusive Concierge Offerings
Part of the Esplanade Lifestyle is rolling out the red carpet and giving our Members VIP access to exclusive deals after closing on your home.
THE TROON CARD
As a benefit of living in an Esplanade community, we are excited to share that current Esplanade Members receive 25% off standard Troon Card prices. Now in its 25th year, the Troon Card is the ultimate way for golfers to experience the World of Troon at the best rates. In 2023, more than 150 courses are participating in the program. Members can reserve tee times within three-days of their desired date of play and enjoy savings up to 50% off golf fees. Choose from state, region-specific, or national Troon Cards to unlock preferred rates at more than 150 golf courses worldwide. For a complete list of benefits, courses and rates, and to purchase your Troon Card today, visit www.troon.com/product/troon-card-esplanade
PHOTOGRAPHY
KATHLEEN D PHOTOGRAPHY
10% Off All Services
Kathleen Bleau: 239-595-3748 facebook.com/Kathleen-D-Photography
HOME WATCH
CONCIERGE HOME WATCH OF FT. MYERS/ ESTERO FL LLC
Elliott Rothman: 516-351-7365 homewatchofesterofl.com
DOGGIE CONCIERGE
DISTEFANO’S MOBILE PET GROOMING 239-202-6578 distefanosmobilepetgrooming.com
DRY CLEANING
PRISTINE FINE DRY CLEANING 10% Off
Scott Boyd: 239-263-3600 bestdrycleaningnaples.com
MOBILE DETAILING
PRO-TECH NAPLES
15% Off All Services
Scott Corey: 239-227-1363 protechnaples.com
FOOD
BETTER THAN A BISTRO
Onsite every other Tuesday, 3 - 5 p.m. Bob & Jay: 781-985-9859 betterthanabistro.com
FLORIDA’S FRESHEST FISH CO. Onsite every Thursday, 12:30 - 2 p.m.
Jeff Sims: 586-242-1816 floridasfreshestfish.com
ONE MORE BITE ORGANIC DESSERTS
Onsite every Friday, 12:30 - 2 p.m. onemorebiteorganic.com
HOME SERVICES
ZINGA’S Blinds, Shutters, Shades, Motorized Screen Shades. 20% off plus FREE in-home consultation ($2,500 min.) 844-494-6427 zingashome.com
TRANSPORTATION
NAPLES TRANSPORTATION
10% Off All Services Sherrilyn Alden: 239-260-3272 naples-transportation.com
HOTEL RATES
HYATT REGENCY COCONUT POINT RESORT & SPA
20% Off Advertised Rates + 10% Off Spa Services
MOVIE TICKETS
REGAL HOLLYWOOD
$9 per ticket
Contact Your Lifestyle Manager
BOAT & FUELING
GULF COAST BOAT CARE
10% Off All Services (pricing may vary depending on vessel) 941-232-1474
BLACKFIN FUELS
50-gallon minimum per personal residence delivery required. 941-724-0453 blackfinfuels.com
WATER ACTIVITIES
PURE FLORIDA
20% Off All Services (excluding private charters) 239-263-4949 purefl.com
MAY/JUN 2023 ESPLANADE
CONCIERGE
LIFESTYLE 7
Leora Dubrovsky
The Members of our community are truly what make this a wonderful place to live. In each edition, we will spotlight a Member, couple or family to showcase the amazing people that call our community home. If you would like to be featured or want to nominate another Member, please contact your Lifestyle Manager.
Leora was born in Israel where she met her husband while at boarding school. In 1968, she came to America as an exchange student graduating with a double major in psychology and math. While in school, she taught full time. In 1973, she married her high school sweetheart, Richard. Together they raised two brilliant children. Her son heads the VR department at Meta. Her daughter earned a Master’s Degree and then managed her office for almost 30 years. Leora and Richard have eight wonderful grandchildren. The oldest is married.
In 1975, Leora decided to open a retail department store called Little People’s Palace for infants and toddlers. At the time, it was one of the top 200 stores nationwide. Due to great demand, she opened a second store, Bigger People’s Palace, that focused on older children.
After 18 years in the retail business, she decided to change career paths and further her education in real estate. She hired a business coach through the Mike Ferry Organization (MFO) where she became a master in NLP (neuro linguistic programming) and business. After 10 years of training, she herself became a real estate coach with the MFO organization. Working with major real-estate companies, Leora saw that their business model was profit first, clients second.
This prompted Leora to create her own company that put the needs of her clients first. In 2000, she opened her first real estate office, Leora Dubrovsky Realty Group. The goals were to educate buyers and sellers and help them reach their final goals through ethics and honesty. Leora’s clients remained loyal over the years. She began working with their children and then their grandchildren to help them with home buying and selling.
At present time, many of Leora’s friends and past clients are looking to relocate to Florida. They encouraged Leora to open an office in Florida. In 2020, both Richard and Leora earned their Florida Broker’s Licenses and opened Leora1 Realty. With over 40 years of experience in the real estate industry, working with buyers and sellers, and coaching agents around the country, Leora is now working with Mayor Anderson in Fort Myers to redevelop the area to increase commerce and revenue by offering incentives to investors.
After examining all that the State of Florida has to offer, Leora and her husband decided to focus on the West Coast. They were the second purchasers at Esplanade Lake Club. Nothing was constructed at the time other than the outside of future models.
They saw the benefits of being near the airport, shopping, and of course, the clean environment. The complex concept was inviting.
Leora and Richard’s passion is playing bridge. Together they compete nationwide and internationally in bridge tournaments and help teach the game at Esplanade Lake Club.
Leora’s goal is to help new owners relocate to Esplanade Lake Club and make it an easy transition. If you know of anyone who needs help in the area, reach out to Leora at 732-239-3672.
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Recent Events
In case you missed some of the events, here is a look back at our fun the last few months!
Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras MINGLER
New and seasoned Members joined together for a special Fat Tuesday Member Mingler. The guests enjoyed festive Marti Gras treats while getting to know their new neighbors!
Kayaking LAKE COMO
One of the best amenities here is Lake Como, which is a beautiful lake centered in the heart of the community where Members get the chance to rent kayaks and indulge in its natural beauty.
Take Me Out to the BALL GAME
Spring is in the air and you know what that means ... Spring Season Baseball! The Members of Lake Club enjoyed a day at the ball fields with their friends and neighbors.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Upcoming Events
Take a peek at the lineup of events we are planning. All events and activities are subject to change. Please visit esplanadelakeclublifestyle.com to see the most up-to-date information on upcoming events.
DONUTS, DOGS & DADS
Saturday, June 17
The Venue
Join us in celebrating the dads of Lake Club. First, make a stop at The Venue for fresh made donuts from the DonutNV food truck. Then while you enjoy a delicious donut be sure to stop in to see your Lifestyle team and pick up a special coupon just for our dads to be utilized at the Bahama Bar. More information coming soon!
MUSIC TRIVIA
DATE TBD
The Venue | $10 Per Person
CHARCUTERIE CLASS
Thursday, May 4 | 6 p.m.
The Venue | $75 Per Person
Join your fellow neighbors and friends! Each person who signs up will go home with a board, set of three cheese knives, some fun labels and laughs. All materials will be provided; all you need to bring is your favorite beverage. In this class you will learn how to put together a beautiful charcuterie board paired perfectly with friends. Partners and spouses are welcome to join after the class to enjoy some charcuterie and mingle. Maximum of 20 Members required to host.
MOTHERS IN MAY
Thursday, May 11 | 10 a.m.
The Venue
We love to celebrate the moms and ladies of Lake Club! For Mother’s Day treat yourself, a special mom or lady in your life with a bouquet from Petals the Flower Truck. Each mom that registers in advance will receive one small token of our Lake Club love. Additional bouquets can be purchased at your own expense. Everyone is encouraged to stop by the truck to purchase floral bouquets.
MEMORIAL DAY PICNIC
Monday, May 29 | 1 p.m.
The Venue | $20 Per Person
Join us around the pool deck to remember all those that who fought for our country, and those that continue to, by celebrating together. Don’t forget to bring along your favorite beverage. The cost includes a classic American spread provided by your Food & Beverage team. A Resort wide moment of silence will commence at 3pm to honor the national moment of remembrance.
Test your ears and your minds in this fun game! Bring along your favorite beverage and let’s play! Don’t miss this entertaining evening. Teams will be determined that evening to help you meet and mingle with some new faces. More information coming soon!
CASINO BUS TRIP
DATE TBD
Meet at The Venue
It is time to get off property and have some fun. Join your neighbors and friends for a fun night out at the casino. Minimum of 12 Members required to provide transportation. More information coming soon!
CANVAS & COCKTAILS
DATE TBD
The Venue | $45 Per Member Paid to Instructor
Pick up a cocktail from the Bahama Bar and join us for a painting class. A local artist will instruct the class on how to paint your own masterpieces. You can bring snacks and beverages to this interactive evening with your neighbors. All supplies will be provided. There is a minimum of 7 participants needed to host this event. Registration is required. More information coming soon!
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A LOOK AHEAD
Paddy Paddles
Battle of the Esplanades Pickleball Event on Saturday, March 18
Esplanade Members from across multiple Esplanade communities polished their paddles and came together at Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch for the social pickleball event of the year! During this St. Patrick’s Day themed pickleball event, participants enjoyed a jam-packed day of friendly pickleball competition and fun, assorted refreshments, and beautiful weather! Prizes were awarded at the end of the day for the winning competitors. Stay tuned later this year for information on next year’s tournament and how you can be a part of it!
Monthly Member Meetings
COFFEE & CONVERSATION
Tuesdays, May 9 & June 13
9:30 a.m. | Sales Gallery
Join your Lifestyle Manager for a relaxing and informative meeting over Zoom. Find out what’s happening on the social scene. Bring your questions and suggestions.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
Wednesdays, May 31 & June 28
11 a.m. | Virtual
Join your Community Association Manager and discuss neighborhood happenings in a relaxed and social atmosphere. Please contact your CAM to attend.
ESPLANADE 101
Wednesdays, May 31 & June 28
2 p.m. | The Venue
New Members can meet with the CAM and Lifestyle Manager to briefly discuss HOA and Lifestyle topics outlined in your Member Handbook. Sign on with your questions.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT / A LOOK AHEAD
2023 Group Fitness Classes
The class schedule is subject to change. A minimum of five participants is required or a class may be canceled. Please visit esplanadelakeclublifestyle.com to see the most up-to-date information.
AQUA FIT
Mondays at 10:15 a.m. | Wednesdays at 9 a.m.
Low to zero impact for all levels! Focus on total-body movements, strengthening, balance, and core! This class is designed to have fun and get moving in the water!
CIRCUIT
Mondays at 5:30 p.m. | Wednesdays at 8 a.m.
Change things up with a variety of exercises. Improve your strength, cardio, and balance. This circuit class is designed for everyone, whether you are new to fitness, getting back into shape, or looking for a challenge! The format is set up in stations with 45 seconds of work followed by 15 seconds of rest for a full-body workout.
GENTLE JOINTS
Thursdays | 10:30 a.m.
Gentle joints yoga suitable for beginner to intermediate experience. No planks! The goal of the practice is improving range of motion and posture while working through various poses. Suitable for anybody and accessible for every body type. You will leave feeling refreshed!
SCULPT & TONE
Thursdays | 9 a.m.
Tabata-style interval training that will improve strength and cardio fitness. Zero impact and no jumping. You will have improved posture, endurance, core strength, and longer, leaner muscles. No experience necessary. All body types welcome. Bring a mat, towel, and water.
STRETCH & RELAX
Tuesdays | 11 a.m.
During this class, you’ll be led through a series of stretches combined with yoga-inspired breathing techniques that will increase your flexibility and mobility while promoting relaxation.
TOTAL STRENGTH & BALANCE
Mondays | 9 a.m.
Get lean, build strength, and tone muscle in this high-energy class! Use weighted bars and dumbbells for a variety of exercises to great music. Balance and core work will be incorporated to complete this total body workout.
WEEKEND WARRIOR BOOT CAMP
Saturdays | 8 a.m.
Kick off your weekend with a full-body workout that is constantly changing to challenge you. Flexibility, strength, and cardio are all components of this 50-minute class. Tackle your fitness goals and burn calories before enjoying the weekend!
YOGA FLOW
Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. | Saturdays at 9 a.m.
Yoga is an excellent form of holistic fitness aligning both the mind and body. In addition to learning and practicing poses to improve flexibility, mobility, and balance while building strength, Yoga also focuses on intentional breathing mirror meditation, drawing the focus to the breath and clearing the mind of thoughts. All levels welcome.
ZUMBA
Fridays | 10:30 a.m.
All levels welcome. A perfect combination of fun and fitness. This dynamic and exciting class keeps you moving with a variety of energetic music and Zumba-style dance for a total body workout.
Classes are $10 per Member and $15 per guest. Fitness class participants are required to give 24-hour notice to cancel from the class. Participants that cancel 24 hours in advance will not be charged a fee. After two no shows/late cancels in a calendar month, you will be charged a $6 fee for each late-cancel class.
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FITNESS
Pickleball/Tennis Exercise for Increased Strength & Stability
Multi directional lunges are a compound movement that involves multiple joints and muscles making it an extremely functional exercise that is excellent for all fitness levels. It works the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, calves, core, and inner thighs. It can also help improve balance. Lunges can increase reaction time and functional stability when reaching for that baseline shot or receiving a volley to perform a dink to the other side of the net.
FRONT LUNGE
Begin with feet shoulder width apart, take a step forward with the right leg and drop the back knee down towards the floor. Be sure that the front knee does not extend past your toe and your back knee is in line with your hips and shoulders bending towards the floor. Drop down as far as you are comfortable, but do not let the front knee go past 90 degrees. Stand back up concentrating on the power coming from your front leg, foot firmly planted returning back up to a standing position. Repeat with your left leg forward and your right knee dropping down towards the floor.
SIDE LUNGE
Begin with feet shoulder width apart, take a step to the side with the right leg. Keep the left leg straight and drop your hips behind as you bend the right knee. Drop down as far as you are comfortable, but do not let the front knee go past 90 degrees or extend over the toes. Push up to standing position with the power coming from your right leg and bring the feet back together in a standing position. Repeat with the left leg stepping sideways and your hips dropping back as your right knee bends.
REVERSE LUNGE
Begin with feet shoulder width apart, take a step back with the right leg and drop the back knee down towards the floor keeping
it in line with your hips and shoulders. Make sure your front knee does not extend past the toes. Keep the chest lifted and drop down as far as you are comfortable. Stand back up and return your right leg back up to standing position.
COMBINING LUNGES
Each exercise can be performed individually or can be performed in combination by alternating front lunge back to standing position, to side lunge back to standing position and then, to back lunge and returning to standing position.
Around Town
MOTOWN MONDAY
Monday, June 12 | 6 - 9 p.m.
Nauti Parrot Oasis | Downtown Fort Myers
The Collaboration Band is a group of musicians with over 100 combined years of experience specializing in Motown, R&B, classic soul, hip hop, funk, and more. They’ve played on some of the biggest and smallest stages in the world for thousands, and for handfuls. They know how to get the party started and to keep it going. *Please note this is a local event and not hosted or sponsored by Esplanade.
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Cuban Sandwich
The Cubano, or Cuban Sandwich, came to Florida along with Cuban immigrants, in the 19th century and quickly became widely popular in the state. Prior to this, versions of the Cuban have been recorded in pre-colonial Cuba where yucca was used in place of bread and often the filling was fish or bird meat. It took the arrival of the Spanish, who introduced ham and pork, for the Cuban we know and love today to be born.
To make an authentic Cuban sandwich, it really requires Cuban bread which has been baked with a palmetto leaf on top; however, Ciabatta or French bread will absolutely suffice.
DIRECTIONS
1. Slice the bread in half and spread yellow mustard on the inside of the bread.
2. Place a slice of Swiss cheese on each half.
3. Place a slice of sweet, cured ham on one half of the bread.
4. Place some mojo marinated pork on the other half of the bread.
5. On one half of the bread, place thickly cut pickles then close up the sandwich.
6. Place the Cuban sandwich on a lightly greased griddle. Take a heavy skillet and place it on top of the sandwich so the weight can press the sandwich down.
7. When the bottom begins to turn crisp, turn the sandwich over and repeat.
Clean Earth Challenge
The National Wildlife Federation and Johnson Outdoors have teamed up to inspire people to get outdoors and take simple conservation action to help clean up our planet.
Get started by taking the Clean Earth Challenge! It’s as simple as picking up trash on your morning walk, at your favorite beach or local park. Or you can join with friends, family, neighbors, classmates and co-workers in a community effort to help make our planet a healthier, happier place.
Our goal is to collect one million pieces of trash and debris that litter our beautiful land, oceans and waterways. This pollution has a devastating effect on the health of our ecosystems, wildlife and the planet. By taking the Clean Earth Challenge, you help improve the health of our environment. Every piece collected counts!
Visit cleanearthchallenge.com to learn more.
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UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURES AWAIT
Esplanade Resort Experiences proudly invites you to spark your sense of adventure with the introduction of Destinations by Esplanade, a luxury travel program offering travel-related concierge services, benefits, outings and inspired itineraries that are uniquely curated around the Esplanade lifestyle, with themes of wellness, culinary, adventure, and culture.
Immerse yourself in the wonders across the globe through expertly designed travel itineraries, experience a local excursion planned by your lifestyle team or enjoy specialized discounts on individual airfare, rental cars and accommodations.
Zip line through the Costa Rican jungle, embark on an expedition inside the ice castles of Antarctica, or savor exquisite cuisine during a local culinary demonstration near your home.
With convenience and luxury at the forefront, Members traveling as a part of Destinations by Esplanade will enjoy Member benefits including access to exclusive destinations, upgrades to accommodations, complimentary wine included with select dinners and more!
Ready to explore?
If you’re looking to plan a larger adventure, visit DestinationsByEsplanade.com and use password esplanade2023 to view inspired travel itineraries and Esplanade Member benefits.
For smaller, local offerings and excursions planned by your Lifestyle team, visit the event calendar on your member website and stay tuned to your email for the latest lifestyle updates.
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