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PORTFOLIO PROFILE COLLIN HARRINGTON PGS 9 - 12

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MISS SUNSHINE PG 7

A million friends, all the girls like, and absolutely kills it on any type of

PROFILE EVAN GEISELMAN PG 13 - 16 UNLIMITED TEXTING WITH JEREMY JOHNSTON

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Fluid Magazine is Central Florida’s premiere publication for dedicated to celebrating our culture and lifestyle. From fashion to art, entertainment to events, action sports to culture, Fluid Magazine covers everything our community needs to know through high profile interviews, mind-blowing photography, and in depth editorial coverage. The only publication of its kind in our area, Fluid Magazine focuses on the positive influences that entertainment, action sports, music, art, and fashion has on our community. Unlike any other magazine of its kind in Central Florida, we will reach all target markets through wide distribution channels. Not only will we focus on our local lifestyles, but from our staff’s extensive background as retailers, we know how much business is captured from tourism. Our free full color publication can be found all over Central Florida at colleges, key retailers, high traffic areas, hotels, and area restaurants. Our mission is to showcase the amazing talent, culture, and lifestyles of Central Florida. From our enticing profiles, in depth community coverage, fashion tips, and amazing photography staff, Fluid readers will be positively influenced by our topics covered and trending advertisers. Essentially making Fluid Magazine the most effective marketing tool for brand connectivity with consumers in our area. FLUID MAGAZINE, LLC D.B.A. FLUID MAGAZINE 1 SWAN AVE, NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32168 386.679.2399 | THEFLUIDMAG.COM

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BY : PATRICK “TUPAT” EICHSTAEDT On the cover - Recently crowned, Vans triple crown of surfing, rookie of the year, Evan Geiselman of New Smyrna Beach shows his balancing act that he travels the world with making a big impact on the surf industry. This sequence was shot on a fun late fall season swell in Florida. I actually had just put my tri-pod legs onto the sand after moving to a new location on the beach, luckily for us both I nailed the sequence. Enjoy Evan’s profile in this issue.

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WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF FLUID

Note from the Editor It is my pleasure to introduce Fluid Magazine to Central Florida. The months leading up to the release of our first publication has been an amazing experience. Through the development of Fluid Magazine, we have had the opportunity to meet so many influential athletes, artist, musicians, and business owners. Central Florida is one of the best places on earth and it is our goal to showcase our lifestyle and culture.

Thank you to everyone whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been involved with every aspects of creating this magazine. From the advertisers to my entire staff, none of this would be possible without you. One of my goals is to always have Fluid Magazine reflect your interest and feedback. Like us on facebook, enter our contest giveaways, even email at bryan@thefluidmag. com with cool pics of you living it up in Central Florida. Bryan Forand

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SUNSHINE DANIELLE NEW SMYRNA BEACH WHERE DO LIVE: I live beachside New Smyrna beach. ORIGINALLY FROM: NYC WHERE WOULD YOUR DREAM TRIP TAKE YOU? My dream trip will take me and my bikini and board to BALI!! Surf the most beautiful waves all day everyday.

TURN ON’S? My turn ons are light kisses and bites on the back of my neck ;) TURN OFF’S? My turn offs are bad breath, it really kills a moment.

BEACH, RIVER, OR ASPHALT? Duh Beach!!!! BEST BEACH IN FLORIDA? Best beach in central Florida would be my Beach, NEW SMYRNA BEACH WHO’S THE HOTTEST - SURFERS, SKATERS, WAKEBOARDERS, MUSICIANS OR ARTIST?

Musicians that surf :)

FAVORITE SPOT TO HAVE A GOOD NIGHT OUT? I like going to shows, so wherever there is awesome original music, I’m there!

FAVORITE SPORTS TEAM? MIAMI DOLPHINS!

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BOYFRIEND? Yes please. WORST PICKUP LINE? My most recent one was super lame... “are you a masseuse bc I need a massage” I’m like nooooo (then it was followed by) “well you want to hang out” hahaha NO! DO I SURF, SKATE, WAKEBOARD OR ANY BOARD SPORTS? I surf <3

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PROFILE

COLLIN HARRINGTON of

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PORTFOLIO PROFILE COLLIN HARRINGTON

Collin is a talented Videographer/Photographer who also is a pro wakeboarder. His resume is pretty stacked in the wakeboard media world, he is known for his hit video Box of Fun, and is the head of Liquid Force films. I’ve know Collin for a long time, he was my good friend from O-town who would come over to surf for a few days and crash on my couch . He is the type of person that has a million friends, all the girls like, and absolutely kills it on any type of board his feet hit. Collin blows up wakeboarding, rips skating, and will get barreled and do airs surfing. Every time we talk to him it’s always another story about his rock star life, making us really jealous!!!! He’s not even trying to rub it in on how good

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his life is(or maybe he is trying to rub it in?). He is a personal friend of the Fluid Mag Crew and we can tell you some of his secrets, but we’ll let the interview tell the story? So how was your trip to China that you just got from riding Silver Dragon wave in the Qiantang river? It was really cool to mix it up with Wingnut and some of the other surfers. At first they seemed hesitant about wakeboarders, but they were stoked on what we were all about. Everyone ended up being really cool and we all just shared waves.

Such a different culture over there, was it hard to adapt to the food and their lifestyle? Definitely a different culture over there. Being the athletes, they took really good care of us. So I would say it was easy to adapt. After surfing the Silver Dragon, me and a buddy stayed an extra week and went to Shanghai and Beijing.

So you guys went over there sightseeing? Who knows when you’ll go back to China, and it was fun being a tourist.

Did you shoot Video or Photos over there? Mainly filmed the whole time, experimenting with the cultural aspect of it.

What made you get behind the lens? My mom got me my

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first still camera in my early teens and my brother and I would always take pictures of each other skateboarding. I think it was in 2006 during a knee injury that I bought my first camera.

Tell us about some of your recent projects and who you’ve been working with? I’ve been working with the entire Liquid Force team lately and working on finishing up our product videos.

Who is a photographer that showed you a lot and that you look up to? Justin Stevens is the one who got me into video, and as far as photography, it was Joey Maddock. I would have to say that Joey is my biggest influence, he is one of my best friends, is the top wakeboard photographer, and I am always learning from him.

Sounds like you have builT a solid relationship with your sponsors? Definitely having a camera background is positive

for sponsors to see that you have a lot to bring to the table.

What type of equipment are you using? Panasonic HVX 200

and Canon 7D

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PORTFOLIO PROFILE COLLIN HARRINGTON - CONT.

there are so many kids changing the game. Teens dominating it. I feel like wake boarding is that type of sport, there is always some new young kid winning huge competitions. Yeah there is a whole new flock of new kids trying to take over, but us old guys are still fighting them off.

So you did the Wakeboard Pro tour for years competing, how insane was the party and chick scene? The parties get really wild, and wakeboarders

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Where do you see the Wake boarding world going in the next ten years? Ummm. I don’t know,

know how to get loose. There are plenty of chicks, and you are basically at a new place all the time. No shortage of chicks for sure if you want them. (laughs)

So tell us about your family and lifestyle they live? Basically since I was five years old my family spends the summers in Ocean City, Maryland and the winters in the Keys. My dad was a commercial long line fisherman. We grew up surfing, diving, wakeboarding and skateboarding.

You must feel fortunate for your upbringing? Basically my entire family are best friends with each other. We are all so much alike, we all love surfing and the adventure of it. That is one of the reasons my dad started his charter business in the Caribbean. If you want to go on a trip of a lifetime go to tikiadventures.com.

You do live the rockstar life!!! Is there ever a time that you just pinch yourself and say is this a dream? It hits you every once in a while and you feel so lucky. There definitely isn’t anything else that I would rather be doing.

Best trip you ever been on? (I really stumped him on this question!) Well I am going to Tampa this weekend for a bachelor party, so who knows… No for real I would say either Tahiti or the Caribbean. I really love the Caribbean.

Rate your favorite board sports? 1. Surfing 2. Wakeboarding 3. Skating 4. Snowboarding

Besides Boardsports, what else gets you pumped up? Basically Skydiving and Spear fishing are two of my favorite things to do!

Alright you adrenaline junkie, Any shout out to promote your photography or thank sponsors, friends and family? My Family, O’neill, Liquid Force, Performance Ski & Surf, and Go Pro.

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GO SURF THE INLET A BUNCH INTERVIEW BY NELLY It was like yesterday that Evan Geiselman was a super grom trying to carve his board through the white water at New Smyrna’s inlet. All that has changed and now Evan is one of the most elite competitors on the One World Ranking Tour. After a quarter final birth at Haleiwa and a round of 32 finish at Sunset’s World Cup, Evan was crowned the Vans Triple Crown Rookie of the year, making a statement for East Coast surfing. From the time his parents had him in the water Evan was destined for success winning numerous amateur titles around the US. With a One World ranking of number 55, Evan sits in a prime position to make a charge for the second half of the ASP World Tour next year. His character and personality, mixed with pure talent, makes him surfing’s golden boy that can do anything he puts his mind to.

first off, you and Taylor owe Seadog and me some money for that butt whopping on the golf course last time you where home. E | hahah I know that is why I am

coming back for double or nothing.

ok, lets do this. Who is someone you look up to? E | I

would have to say my family for sure. My mom, dad, and brother, I’ve looked up to them my whole life. Surfwise I look up to Gorkin, Jeremy, my brother, yourself, just all you older guys in Smyrna. And of course Slater, he’s the best.

Your whole family is amazing. Your dad shapes the best surf boards and rips, your mom is super sweet and an awesome lady. That’s why you and Eric turned out so WELL, such cool kids. Just super down to earth.

I LOVE NEW SMYRNA SO MUCH

E | I agree completely, and I am so grateful to have them. They have everything to do with how me and Eric are.

What do you like to do when your back home in Smyrna.

E | Just go surf the inlet a bunch and get back to my roots and where I grew up. I love to play 18 with all of you guys and just kick it with friends. Its nice to get back into a good routine, and the relax time is great and helps me get ready to get back on the road.

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INTRO TUPAT

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NAH, I’M JUST HAVING FUN

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Favorite surf spots around the world. E | Hawaii is amazing, but my favorite

destination is Indonesia. That’s one of my favorite places that I have traveled to and it is really hard to beat. On a boat trip you will get the best waves of your life sometimes. Hold on what am I saying, Teahupoo. For sure the best waves ever, best barrels.

Any life changing events?

E | ummm. The only real change is doing the WQS this year, and it has been a new step in my life. Changed my life up a little bit and it is what I needed to do succeed in surfing.

When was the last time you showed your dark side out partying? E | I do not party too much.

Nothing recent, but the last time I really blew it out was after the little Kona contest that I won back home.

You got a girlfriend right now, or what up you, enjoying the single life? E | Just hanging right now, just kicking

it.Nothing to serious right now. Getting to know a few girls, but really just enjoying my life and focusing on my surfing.

That’s good, E you drive down the road at 40mph, breaking girls hearts E | Hahahaha. Nah, I’m just having fun.

Do you ever feel like some girls are stalking you? E | No not stalking.

But there a bunch a people on Facebook who leave messages, but nothing big, just fan support, nothing too stalkish yet.

No crazy chicks staring thru your windows at night? E | No it hasn’t gotten to that level, its all fun.

Biggest Fish you ever caught? E | It has to be the king Mackerel in Indo…probably like 25 pounder. Nice, that’s pretty big, Best advice a friend has gIVEN you? E | Probably not

to get to far ahead of myself, and just live in the moment, take everything as it comes.

Tell me something embarrassING about one of your Family and friends? E | My mom is kind of soccer

momish at contest, but I don’t think she gets embarrassed. She is just super supportive of me and always wants the best for me.

What is your other favorite board sport? E | Snowboarding and skateboarding,

fun stuff, not that I am any good at any of them. I really enjoy skateboarding sometimes and I like trying to snowboard.

We should go snowboarding sometime. E | After Hawaii, I am going back

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to California and definitely going to hit the mountains up.

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Favorite Website? E | What am I on the

most…I am on twitter a lot doing some tweets, and I am always checking out surf websites, surfline and surfingmag.com, all the usual suspects. Most of the time its twitter or facebook.

So how’s Hawaii, I saw the little video that Duncan put together, busting big airs. E | Yeah that was just

the first few day in Hawaii, out in front of our house. it’s been pretty flat so far, but those days were fun. Looks like there is swell on the way though.

Favorite app on iphone? E | Let’s see, Tiger Woods backswing. You do your swing and Tiger tells you what you are doing wrong. Favorite place to eat in YOUR home town? E | Gnarly Bar that just

opened it is pretty good. The guys there are super cool, ate there a lot last time I was home. Clancy’s is always a jewel. Taco Shack is really good.

I know you will be competing in Hawaii this winter. Wish you the best of luck to you and Eric, you know you got tons of support from us. E Thanks Nelly, I appreciate it.

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If you were to hear the name Hopper, the majority of people would think of a grasshopper. In New Smyrna Beach, a sleepy tourist town with a bunch of grasshoppers, resides another type of Hopper. Shannon “Hopper” Eichstaedt, from Bethune Beach, in the southern part of the New Smyrna Beach island. Most of the kids that grew up in New Smyrna were highly involved with sports in the younger years. Shannon was an all around athlete and played baseball and soccer while still learning to surf in between practices. I think it was his first year of pitch baseball that the name Hopper was given to him. It seems like yesterday that this all went down, but Shannon would always get on base, he was the first hitter in the rotation. This particular time he was walked to first base and instead of staying on first he stole second and third base. A woman from the crowd yelled out, “Look at that Grasshopper go, he is fast”.

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So the game went on and our team won, but after the game our dad mentioned he had heard the lady yell out grass hopper and said to Shannon, “Nice game Hopper”. And the name has stuck ever since. You would probably think that Hopper came from surfing shi@#yyyy waves and hopping to get across the flats and this could be true. Instead Hopper took his surfing on the road and learned to ride the waves of Hawaii at an early age. At the age of 10 Hopper was already competing in a US Championship at Ala Moana Bowls on the south shore of Oahu. Later that year he was hanging with the Irons brothers on Kauai and honing his tube skills. Now a days you can find Hopper tracking down the biggest tubes he can find in mainland Mexico. 27 years later Hopper’s name is still used as his first name, as for myself I can not remember the last time I called my brother Shannon.

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by TRAVIS AJAY Tommy Tant was my friend, my teammate, and sadly, another brother we’ve lost through the years. He died in his sleep as a result of an aortic aneurysm which was later linked to a disease called Marfan. Even though he is now watching over us, his memory and legacy is honored every year at the Tommy Tant Memorial Surf Classic. For the past 12 years people have gathered at the Flagler Pier in Flagler Beach to be part of what is and always will be, my favorite contest of the year. Although it is a tribute to Tommy, the event has also become a symbol of the power of families,friends and a community coming together for a great cause. It raises both funds and awareness for Marfan, the disease the claimed Tommy’s life. Every year I‘ve had the priveldge of MCing the event and witnessing a community coming together. Fans come out and enjoy the amazing surfing from the East Coast’s top pros and ametuers, music from world renown artists, great local food, and most importantly the LOVE thats shared between so many families and friends. If you come out to support, I can guarantee that you will get swept away by the sense of community, make new friends and have an unforgettable weekend for a great cause. If the surfing, food, and music do not get you to support this event, then the heartwrenching story of the Tant family might. Having to deal with the loss of a son is hard enough, but one year ago Tommy’s mother Barbara underwent open heart surgery where it was discovered that she suffered by the same disease that took her son. Soon after, it came to light that Tommy’s younger brother,Will Tant, also has Marfan.

So if you’ve never been to a Tommy Tant Memorial make sure you come out next year. You wont be let down. Until then please visit... TommyTant. com where you will find links to all of the sponsors that contribute each year along with ways you can help via the MNF or through the Tommy Tant Memorial Scholorship Fund. See you all next year!

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RED BULL NIGHT RIDERS

Last year an extra event called the Red Bull Night Riders was added to the Tommy Tant Memorial that brought a brand new element to Florida surfing. Red Bull gathered a handful of Florida’s top airealists, a couple Sea Doos, their mobile party truck, and enough lighting to brighten a football field. This helped create one of the most amazing surfing arenas ever seen all at little ol’ Flagler Pier. In some blistering cold conditions a couple thousand people lined the beach and the pier to witness something never done in Florida. In the end New Symrna Beach phenom Eric Geiselman walked away with $5,000 and a pair of night vision goggles. Since last years event was such a success, this years Night Riders was expected to be even better. Calmer weather and better waves in the forcast was enough to attract former World Champion CJ Hobgood and a crowd that was easily doubled from the year before. An estimated 5,000 people watched in amazement under the lights as Jacksonville’s Cody “DJ Code Red” Thompson, alley-ooped his way to his second tow-at victory in as many weeks. So it’s safe to say as long as the surfers are stoked, and the crowds keep coming out, Red Bull will keep giving surfers wings at The Red Bull Night Riders.

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Mike Bloom from the Western Atlantic Pro Surf Series and Co-organizer of the Jupiter Fall Classic couldn’t have been more spot on... In it’s 11th year, I must say this one was one of the biggest and best in recent memory. With Kona Brewing Co. enjoying their second year of being the title sponsor, it was beer thirty all day every day and into the night. Oh yeah, and the surfing was pretty damn good as well. It was crunch time for the WAPSS points title. Meaning the lions share of $10,000 basically $5,000 to be exact was goin home with one dude. Was it gonna be last years champ Michael Dunphy with a repeat? Or was it gonna be one of Floridas two best goofys, either contest machine Jeremy Johnston, or very seasoned vet Asher Nolan? Either way it was all gonna unfold in dumpy head-high surf over three days, and despite some gnarly weather at the beginning the energy and surfing of the event continued to climax all weekend long. This years title was definitely gonna be earned and the boys were fired up. So much that Jeremy Johnston even went Brazilian in his semi final with a full on claim after 3 tail blowing turns on the best left of the heat. Later Johnston stated...”That was for Dunphy, I’m comin for him.” Come for him he did. By winning the final, Jeremy also dethroned Dunphy as the Western Atlantic Pro Surf Series champ. With $2,500 for first place and $5,000 for the points champion Johnston was hood rich stating, “Damn, that’s the most money I’ve ever won!” All in all the event and the series itself was a huge success. Thanks to the support of the Kona Brewing Co. for funding the tour, The Western Atlantic Pro Surf Series, the East Coast and Carribean’s only real pro tour, will move into it’s third year of existance. As a member of the tour I can attest to the fact that the WAPSS has helped East Coast and Carribean surfers gain exposure and travel experience in places they never would have before. With stops in Trinidad, Jamaica, Barbados, and multiple events up and down the eastern seaboard, the Western Atlantic Pro Surf Series is growing and becoming very popular. For more information on results from this years event and more about the WAPSS and its upcoming schedule, please visit the website @ westernatlanticsurf.com

JEREMY JOHNSTON

Ruddy Dec 7, 2011 1:27 PM: Yo what’s happening hommy?

JJ Dec 7, 2011 1:29 PM: Eating a Reuben at this lil irish pub

on flagler...

Ruddy Dec 7, 2011 1:32 PM: What have you been up to since

you won the Western Atlantic?

JJ: Dec 7, 2011 1:34 PM: Stoked on that win! Just been

Ruddy Dec 7, 2011 1:56 PM: So what are you doing with the

Ruddy Dec 7, 2011 6:37 PM: So what’s next for Jeremy

JJ Dec 7, 2011 1:58 PM: Saving and traveling to more comps

JJ Dec 7, 2011 6:40PM: I’m just looking foreword to 2012!

$5,000?

off the east coast!!

JJ Dec 7, 2011 1:59 PM: Hey! I’m about to go surf Ruddy keep

hitting me w questions and I’ll answer you back later

chilling!

Ruddy Dec 7, 2011 2:02 PM: Word.

Ruddy: Dec 7, 2011 1:36 PM: Nice. Have you ever won the

Ruddy Dec 7, 2011 6:02 PM: Yo!

Western Atlantic?

JJ: Dec 7, 2011 1:41 PM: No I haven’t this is the 1st time JJ: Dec 7, 2011 1:41 PM: I’m amped! I got 2nd last year Ruddy Dec 7, 2011 1:44 PM: That’s killer! So you been raging

Ruddy Dec 7, 2011 6:21 PM: You alive?

Ruddy Dec 7, 2011 6:42 PM: I thought the world was ending

in 2012?

JJ Dec 7, 2011 6:47 PM: we will see I guess I don’t believe

in any of it !

Ruddy Dec 7, 2011 6:48 PM: We should have a party and

make t-shirts!

JJ Dec 7, 2011 6:34 PM: What up

JJ Dec 7, 2011 6:49 PM: haha! Nah I’m going to Hawaii in Jan and staying for the Volcom pipeline pro

JJ Dec 7, 2011 6:34 PM: Sorry

Ruddy Dec 7, 2011 6:51 PM: That’s sick! Good luck with

in Smyrna?

everything! Keep us up to date!

JJ Dec 7, 2011 6:53 PM: for sure! thanks!

JJ Dec 7, 2011 1:50 PM: Nah. Keeping it mellow you know...

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Johnston?

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SURFARI WAVELENGTH The Smyrna Surfari Club recently had the pleasure of being addressed by Bryan Forand on the occasion of the debut of his new magazine you are now holding, FLUID. The members were impressed by his presentation and the Surfari Club has always tried to encourage local entrepreneurs, especially our native local surfers. The Smyrna Surfari Club was founded in 1979 by thirteen friends, and remains one of the oldest continuously -active private surf clubs in the world. Most members had also been in previous local surf clubs, but none ever lasted more than a couple of years. The new group realized that purely social clubs, like social circles, don’t tend to last. They decided that the Surfari Club would establish it’s identity with a public service project and message. And so, the Surfari Scholarship was born. A lot of those founding members could recall their teenage years, when just being a surfer still had an image problem. Real surfers resented the Hollywood cliché of an image, like the “Beach Blanket” movies projected. And one of the most tired clichés was that surfers never went to school. Not true. Of the thirteen original members in the Club photo, all but two earned a college degree. (And those two went on to great success). So the Surfari Club decided from it’s inception that their mission would be to raise money and give it to a surfer to go to college. The best football player in his high school gets to go to college. So does the best basketball player. The Surfaris thought that the best surfer deserved to go too. The Club utilized the experience of it’s members to organize a surf contest and the proceeds from the sponsorships and entry fees went to fund the first Smyrna Surfari Club High School Scholarship, which was awarded to Brian Mallard, in 1980. Since then, the Club has organized more than fifty surf contests and awarded more than $100,000 in scholarship funds to graduating New Smyrna Beach High School seniors. The debut of FLUID Magazine is very gratifying to the long - time members of the Club, as it represents the goals and purpose of the organization having come full circle. One of the recipients of the Smyrna Surfari Scholarship in 1998 was Bryan Forand! In addition to it’s two annual surf contests, the Club now holds surfboard raffles and silent auctions to help fund the scholarship program. The Surfari Club currently has about seventy members and meets every month, on the first Thursday, at the clubhouse they share with the New Smyrna Boat and Ski Club on the banks of the river adjacent to the North Causeway. As part of it’s commitment to the environment, the Surfari Club became part of the Volusia County Adopt-a-Beach program and takes responsibility for cleaning the two main surfing areas in New Smyrna. Four times a year they clean the beach from the jetty at the Inlet south for a mile to Ocean Drive; and from Sapphire Street to the Flagler Ave boardwalk. This program was begun through the efforts of founding member, Gordon Smith, who filed his report Sunday for the fourth and final beach clean up of 2011 “On Saturday, December 3rd, thirteen Club members collected 175 lbs. of trash from its two miles of adopted beach. The haul included: 20 plastic bottles, 5 aluminum cans, numerous plastic items, 1 child’s sneaker, 1 flip flop, 1 towel, 20 feet of rope and a lot of cigarette butts. In all, we collected seven bags worth of trash” Just hours later, the Surfari Club once again took part in the annual Christmas Parade. This thirty-two year commitment to the environment and community service is what has kept the Smyrna Surfari Club a vibrant and continuing force in the life of our town. Bryan Forand has graciously offered us space in FLUID to continue with updates on the ongoing activities of the Smyrna Surfari Club. We thank him for that! Mike Martin Co-Chair, 2011-12 For the Smyrna Surfari Club.

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WH E R E S MY D RIN K? BY TRAVIS AJAY

The best bartenders in New Smyrna...Nita, Lauren, and Chris...not pictured Liam, Kellie, and Jill

MAGIC WASHED DOWN BY MY FAVORITE CLANCY’S BEVERAGE

If you work in the surf industry and you’ve been to New Symrna Beach, you’ve been to Clancy’s Cantina. Not only has it been a local hot spot since 1983, it’s also been the most popular spot for a drink and some grub after a long day at a surf contest for as long as I can remember. Clancy’s is the perfect mix of an Irish pub and Mexican restaurant all wrapped in one. I recently sat down with family member and my favorite bartender(sorry Liam) Lauren Clancy and got the low down on a few of the best things coming out of Clancy’s. She informed me that the most popular drink she serves would probably be the “Chambord Margarita” but that one of her personal favorites is the “Florita”. I had to ask her about this appetizer I kept hearing about, the “Card Rolls”. With a shocked look on

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her face and a slight tweak of her head she said, “What? You’ve never had a Card Roll? Well let me get you some.” A few minutes later a mixture of chicken, cheese, jalapenos, and whatever other magic was tossed in was melting in my mouth and was washed down by my favorite Clancy’s beverage, a nice tall pint of Guinness. Ahhhh Guinness... whether it’s a Guinness slamming contest against Eric Geiselman, Duncan Henville, and Lauren herself, or just goin shot for shot doing Irish Carbombs with your best mates....count me in. So if you’re ever in NSB and you’re lookin for a good place to get a drink with some great atmosphere and the best bartenders around, hit up Clancy’s. I promise you’ll go back again and again. Clancy’s Cantina is easily located right on Flagler Ave. Look for the lights.

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Pour a glass of California wine, take a long, deep draw… take a deep breath… close your eyes, and imagine the vineyard… think about where you were the year the wine was pressed… read on, refill as often as necessary… and we’ll do our best to tell you our story… SoNapa is really about a Lifestyle— Besides the obvious namesake attributes of Sonoma and Napa, our brand signifies passion, enriched experiences, and simplicity. When the original partners gathered to discuss the concept of a wine venture, the one common bond was passion. We’re passionate about friendships, and wine has certainly enriched many of our interactions with friends and family. And while a good wine may be very complex, many of the basics of nature that combine to actually make good wine—are in fact very simple. Sunlight, moisture, good earth, caring and devotion all combine to create great wine, often times as complex as the relationships in our lives.

SoNAPA GRILLE Open 7 days a week | opening at 5p.m. Happy Hour 5 - 6:30pm Daily 3406 South Atlantic Ave. New Smyrna Beach, FL 386.402.8647 Coming Soon to Maitland Florida

Well—we knew we loved wine, we knew it could bring us closer to friends and family, and to honor the simplicity we knew we wanted, we decided not to “be all things to all people”. We would focus on California wines from Sonoma and Napa—we can get wine from anywhere, but we felt it would take a lifetime to explore the intricacies of these two regions, so why not be ‘great’ at these two regions as opposed to being a ‘warehouse’ for the world…? Our menu items are also simple—fresh ingredients in simple combinations that absolutely complement the wines. This is what you’ll find at our humble locations. The original founders poured many bottles of wine to create the business plan and with the help of a few others, we’re very pleased to be able to invite you on the journey with us. To modify a great phrase to suit our purposes, “The journey of a thousand miles begins with the first sip…” We hope we’ve created a venue that you’ll enjoy, and we look forward to your visit.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Night Life | Music | EVENTS

Wed Ladies Night | 2 for 1 house wine hot sake all night | Karokee 7-? Sake Sunday | 2 for 1 Hot Sake

12/27 FOURTH FRIDAYS IN ARTISAN ALLEY & DELAND ART WALK | DeLand | 5 - 9 pm 12/29 FSU VS. NOTRE DAME | Florida Citrus Bowl | 5:30pm 12/30 INLET HARBOR PRESENTS SURF’S UP! Live Entertainment 4pm-Close!

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12/31 HARD ROCK LIVE’S NEW YEAR’S EVE WITH SLIGHTLY STOOPID | 8:30pm 12/31 COCONUTS ON THE BEACH | New Years Eve at Coconuts on the Beach

761 East 3rd Avenue New Smyrna Beach, Florida 32169

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1/6-7 MONSTER X TOUR | Ocean Center | Daytona Beach 12/2/11 7:37 AM

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ASG | Sports Page Live | Satellite Beach

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THE SOCIAL PRESENTS HEAVY AND LIGHT | An Evening of Songs, Conversation & Hope

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FISH FRY TO BENEFIT VETERAN’S MEMORIAL | Inlet Harbor

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CHURCH STREET DISTRICT CAR SHOW | 12-5pm

1/21 GO DOG RUN! | New Smyrna | Benefiting the South East Volusia Humane Society 5K Run & Dog Dash 1/21 RED HOT CHILLI PEPPERS | Amway Arena

1/23 LINGERIE FOOTBALL LEAGUE | Orlando Fantasy vs. Toronto Triumph Florida Citrus Bowl 2/3

ORMOND BEACH | Movies on the Halifax at Rockefeller Gardens Park | 6-8pm

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THEY MIGHT BE GIANTS | Hard Rock Live

2/11 18TH ANNUAL PAWS IN THE PARK | Lake Eola 2/11 DELAND CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL | DeLand

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FLUID MUSIC

PROFILE

PHOTO: KASSIA MEADOR

INTERVIEW BY BRYAN FORAND

In this issue we feature the band Le Blorr (aka Bastard Lovechild of Rock n’ Roll), based out of Satellite Beach, FL. This duo, Adam Winn and Chris Hess, dominate the stage packing a punch equivalent to a five person band. Their music could be described as a groovy mix of electro-indie pop and psychedelic blues. Le Blorr continues to push artistic boundaries through their progressive and distinctive sound in their music videos. If you have seen any of their videos you know exactly what I am talking about. Le Blorr takes lots of pride in their shows but the visual aspect to them is equally important. Not only do they rip it up on the stage, but rumor has it they are no slouches when the waves are good. Let’s take a closer look at these Bastard Lovechild’s of Rock n’ Roll. SO BOTH OF YOU GUYS ARE FROM SATELLITE? C I am from satellite, that’s where I grew up. A Basically I grew up in Cocoa, when I was about 18 I moved to satellite and now I am living in Meritt Island TELL ME SOMETHING RANDOM, SOMETHING REAL OFF THE WALL AND WEIRD, LIKE YOUR FIRST JOB WAS A TOW TRUCK DRIVER? RAISED BY WOLVES? THERE HAS TO BE SOME DARK SECRETS? C I worked at smoothie king before I got into music A Actually, I used to work at a gun manufacturing , assembling guns when I was 16. Most of the workers didn’t have any teeth, and the guys next to me had some crazy devil tattoos all over his entire body. (Chris laughs). I fit right in. I lasted a whole 2 ½ months, I couldn’t do it anymore. CLASSIC I LOVE IT, THAT’S THE TYPE OF STUFF FLUID READER’S WANT TO HEAR. GROWING UP IN CENTRAL FLORIDA, WHO INFLUENCED YOU MUSICALLY, AND MADE YOU WANT TO PLAY MUSIC?

A The first time I really wanted to play drums was watching Ian Little play. He’s a little older than me, and had been in bands since I was in junior high. Even now he is one of my favorite drummers to watch. He’s really talented, goes crazy, and is my biggest influence as far as drums go. C The first time I was psyched on music was in high school watching the band Dialect plays shows around here. There lead singer Byron, who had a most amazing voice, his stage presence was crazy, and he just went for it every single time. That was the first time I seen anything that I was ever freaked out about and I would try to sneak in to the over 21 bars to see them when I was underage. I got kicked out, but it was well worth it.

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WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE ACTION SPORT? A&C Has to be surfing for both for us. Kind of scared to skateboard anymore. IS THERE A FAVORITE WAVE? C I grew up surfing Perkins and RC in Satellite. I think I would rather surf there than anywhere if the waves are good. TELL ME SOMETHING THAT YOU LOVE ABOUT CENTRAL FLORIDA NIGHTLIFE? A One of my good friends Zac Sullivan has a weekly night at a place called Paddy Cassidys in Cocoa Beach, and also at a place called Hippodrome in Cocoa Village. I really enjoy hanging at those bars when he is playing. C There used to be a place called the Cove that had an amazing dance floor. I remember a guitar player in a band had long blond hair down to his waist and a head mics who played everything from Shakira to Billy Joel. The place had tons cougars and now the place is closed down and is kind of of a legend. IT SEEMS LIKE YOU ARE BLOWING UP QUICK. HOW ARE YOU DEALING WITH THE NON STOP PACE? C We are definitely busy and do not have a chance to breathe. We are focusing right now on the next album and getting prepared for that. I WAS BLOWN AWAY BY YOUR VIDEOS. THEY ARE SUCH HIGH QUALITY AND CONTAIN STRONG ARTISTIC COMPONENTS.

A&C Thank you. We have some great people working with us. Amazing friends and people who have wanted to be a part of it. We try to be particular about our images and what we put out. The music is great, and we like to do a crazy live show but visually its important too. You cannot slack on any aspect. It’s really fun though, especially on when we are working on videos. SPEAKING OF FRIENDS, ANY SHOUTOUTS?

A As for as videos, LX goods they run an online music blog. They did the first video with us, seven sisters under the water video. They are amazing. Gus Cooper helped our second video, got a huge team together. C As far as locally Ryan Speir, has helped us immensely with our website. He’s always helped out with his artistic abilities and creativity. Also Tony Sullivan, Owner of Standard Collective in the Melbourne Square Mall, he’s always helping us out artistically and his brand is great, and we are excited to help him out. We have so many friends who support us and are all part of the family.

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FISHING REPORTS BY C a p t a i n P a t r i c k P r e s t o n with Reel Mosquito Lagoon Inshore Fishing Charters

Come fish the world famous Mosquito Lagoon with Capt. Patrick Preston of Reel Mosquito Lagoon inshore fishing charters. Specializing in redfish, trout and snook, Capt. Patrick Preston has years of experience in and around the shallow waters of the Mosquito Lagoon.

I N s h o r e f i s h i n g R e p o r t Winter is a great time for inshore fishing. The algae that grows in the water all summer long is dying off due to colder water temps, making the water clear. The water level has decreased since the beginning of fall, making redfish more abundant in sand holes along the grass flats. Redfish schools are very plentiful as well as big trout on the shallow flats. During this time of year the winds are usually out of the north and very cold so finding a day when

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thirty minutes south of Daytona. It is home to some of the best shallow water sight fishing in the world.

this month so look for the big gator trout cruising the flats. Live shrimp bait is usually your best bet in the winter for catching redfish and trout, but spoons, jerk baits, plugs, and don’t forget the gulp all work just as good.

is really good. There’s still sailfish left over from the beginning of fall. According to Captain Scott Laney, who captains The Decoy, bottom fishing is excellent. You’re catching sea bass, trigger fish, grouper, and snapper. Grouper fishing this month is really good, so catch them before the season closes in January. Snapper fishing has been good, but unfortunately you can’t keep them as the season hasn’t been open for the past two years. Your

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fish is live pinfish on the bottom. Squid and cut bait work well too. Enjoy the clean waters, cool air,

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and bountiful fishing. Catch ‘em up. For more information on booking inshore or offshore charters contact Captain Patrick Preston at reelmosquitolagoon.com

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FLORIDA FRESH FISH RECIPES

LA FONDITA FISH TACOS 3 eggs, well beaten

8 ozs. dark beer (recommended: Modelo Negra) 2 tsp. dry mustard 1 tsp. red chili powder Kosher salt or sea salt 1 tsp. sugar ing 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dredg

sugar in a medium bowl - Put eggs, beer, mustard, chili powder, 1 tablespo on salt and it is a little thinner than until mixing continue and flour the and mix until smooth. Add pancake batter. e oil to come halfway up - In a deep-fry er or heavy-bo ttomed pot, heat enough vegetabl in flour and then into the sides of the pot, to 375 degrees F. Dredge the fish pieces paper towel lined plate a to oil the from Remove brown. the batter and fry until golden and sprinkle with salt. Spread each tortilla with - Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan and warm the tortillas. fish on top. Add some a tablespo on of the chipotle mayo and arrange pieces of fried serve. and shredded cabbage to each tortilla

CHIPOTLE MAYONAISE

Vegetable oil for frying

1 1/2 cups mayonaise

1 1/2 pounds white (colored) fish, preferably local flounder, whiting,sheepshead, triggerfish, etc.

1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 1/2 tablespoons chipotle shili puree Pinch of kosher or sea salt

8 white corn tortillas Chipotle mayonnaise (recipe follows) Shredded cabbage

ina medium bowl; Mix mayonai se, lime juice, cilantro, chipotle, chili puree together use. to ready until te refrigera and Cover again. mix and salt add the fried plantains . Serve with black beans (topped with chopped white onions) and

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CENTRAL FLORIDA DINING & ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

DINING & E N T E R T A I NMENT

GUIDE NEW SMYRNA BEACH AREA BEACHSIDE TAVERN | One of the best places around for live music and wild times. The high profile bands helped them cement their great reputation. 690 East 3rd Avenue | New Smyrna Beach (386) 424.8282 | beachsidetavern.com

MANGO TANGO | Save some room for desert because Mango Tango is special. After a great dinner it is highly recommended to walk down historic Flagler Avenue and finish the night off with some frozen yogurt. 364 Flagler Avenue | New Smyrna Beach | (386) 402.7874 | letsmangotango.com

THE BEACON | A favorite for tourists and locals. Beachside bacon and eggs - enough said. 416 Flagler Ave | New Smyrna Beach (386) 428.8332

MCCHARACTERS | Irish Pub with live music and great specials on food and drinks during the day or even late at night. 2004 North Dixie Freeway | New Smyrna Beach (386) 409.7377 | mccharacters.com

BOSTON’S FISH HOUSE | Enjoy broiled or fried fresh seafood at Boston’s. You will never leave here hungry. 1414 South Atlantic Avenue | New Smyrna Beach (386) 424.0757

MERK’S BAR AND GRILL | The best spot to watch the game with great food served late into the night. Everyone knows they have the coldest beer in town. 193 North Causeway | New Smyrna Beach (386) 427.1177 | merksbarandgrill.com

BREAKERS - Perfect spot to enjoy the best view in New Smyrna Beach. Start your bar hopping here with an ice cold beer and the best burgers in town. 518 Flagler Avenue | New Smyrna Beach (386) 428.2019

FLAGLER TAVERN | The “Tavern” as the locals have called it for years, is the staple beach bar with the best bartenders in town. The dance floor is packed every Friday and Saturday night and the scenery is great. Though its mostly popular for its great nightlife, the food there is very impressive. 414 Flagler Avenue | New Smyrna Beach (386) 402.8861

CHASES | Spectacular oceanfront dining and live music. Chases has a great selection of entrees and appetizers. 3401 South Atlantic Avenue | New Smyrna Beach (386) 423.8787 | chasesonthebeach.com CLANCY’S CANTINA | Clancy’s has the best Margaritas in Volusia County and the Mexican food is top notch. This is the perfect spot for a good night out. Don’t be surprised if you see a surf star lurking around. 301 Flagler Avenue | New Smyrna Beach (386) 428.4500 | clancyscantina.com EL AZTECA | If you are heading home from the beach, stop by and check out their amazing specials. 1960 State Road 44 | New Smyrna Beach (386) 427.5550 | aztecamex.com FLIP FLOPS | A great way to capture the island feel, stop by Flip Flops to enjoy a phenomenal menu and nightly entertainment. 725 East 3rd Avenue New Smyrna Beach (386) 424.0161 | flipflopsgrillnchill.com LOST LAGOON | Great burgers and wings!! Lost Lagoon offers some of the best lunch specials in town. 515 N Dixie Freeway New Smyrna Beach (386) 366.3360

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OM BAR AND CHILL LOUNGE | New Smyrna’s largest selection of unique spirits, wines, micro-brews and cigars from all over the world. They also specialize in live original entertainment. We give lots of props to OM BAR for all the great acts they keep bringing in. 392 Flagler Avenue | New Smyrna Beach 386-423.2727 | theombar.com JB’S Fish CAMP | One of a kind is a great way to describe JB’S Fish Camp. People come to Central Florida for JB’s breathtaking views and the amazing selection of seafood. To really have the full experience, have a Rum Runner from our favorite bartender - Aunt Tammy!!! 859 Pompano Avenue | New Smyrna Beach (386) 427.5747 | jbsfishcamp.com JJFIN’S | Formerly PUB 44, JJFINS is coming out of the gates strong. With a new wider range of menu choices, the locals have been very responsive. JJFINS is focusing on having great live music and events on the new massive deck they built. 1889 State Road 44 | New Smyrna Beach (386) 428.6523 GARLIC | The Garlic is more than a restaurantit’s a culinary experience. From authentic Italian cuisine to amazing décor, they have it all. 556 East Third Avenue | New Smyrna Beach (386) 424.6660 | thegarlic.net

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GNARLY SURF BAR | The newest addition to the Flagler Avenue scene. Our top choices are the Fish Tacos and Gnarly Burgers. Stop in and try a great new restaurant. 114 Flagler Avenue New Smyrna Beach (386)957.3844 NEW SMYRNA STEAKHOUSE | The Steakhouse has a great dinner menu with lots of choices, including tasty steaks, salads, and ribs. 723 East 3rd Avenue New Smyrna Beach (386) 424.9696 newsmyrnasteakhouse.com NSB YU-MI SUSHI | At last, a great Sushi Bar in New Smyrna Beach! YU-MI has a very unique atmosphere with amazing sushi rolls. This is the hot spot in New Smyrna Beach where you will see all the right people. 761 E 3rd Ave New Smyrna Beach | (386) 402.8855 OFF THE HOOK | These guys have a great crew in the kitchen that whip up some awesome seafood entrees. Off the Hook’s atmosphere is awesome and we love the captain chairs around the restaurant. 747 East 3rd Avenue | New Smyrna Beach (386) 402.9300 | Offthehookrawbar.com P.J’S SEASHACK | PJ’s has a spectacular view that overlooks the lagoon. Our recommendations is to enjoy the best happy hour in town and try the brick oven pizza. 491 E 3rd Avenue New Smyrna Beach | (386) 428.8850 pjseashack.com THE GRILL AT RIVERVIEW | Riverview captures the fine dining experience with delicious entrees and amazing service. 101 Flagler Avenue New Smyrna Beach | (386) 428.1865 thegrilleatriverview.com TRADERS | Want to have a great night out on Flagler Avenue? Make sure to stop by Traders for great drink specials. 317 Flagler Avenue New Smyrna Beach | (386) 428.9141 SPANISH RIVER | Best place in town for a romantic date or a special occasion. Also, our top pick for Sunday Bunch. 737 East 3rd Avenue New Smyrna Beach | (386) 424.6991 thespanishrivergrill.com SO NAPA GRILL | A great wine bar, with a full service restaurant where friends gather to enjoy a glass of wine. 3406 S Atlantic Ave | New Smyrna Beach (386) 402.8647 | sonapa.com

TACO SHACK | Here is a great recommendation: try anything on the menu and you will be happy with your decision. The service is top notch and the prices are amazing. 642 N. Dixie Freeway (386)428.9882 thetacoshack.net

DAYTONA BEACH AREA 509 LOUNGE | With its unique décor and private VIP Area, 509 offers the ultimate nightlife experience with two floors and nightly specials. When I asked around about 509, everyone said “it is the place to be if you are going out.” 509 Seabreeze Boulevard Daytona Beach | (407) 454.4622 509lounge.com AUNT CATFISHES | A southern seafood establishment known for its excellent homestyle cooking. The Sunday Brunch has more delicious options than you could imagine. 4009 Halifax Drive Port Orange (386) 767.4768 | auntcatfishontheriver.com BIG KAHUNA SEAFOOD SHACK & TIKI BAR | The beachy atmosphere, full menu, and variety of specialty drinks makes Big Kahuna a great place to hang out and enjoy some live music. Big Kahuna loves their locals and also caters to the tourists. 1010 Main Street Daytona Beach (386) 258.0166 | bigkahunadaytona.com BLUE GROTTO | A great place that captures the ultimate dining experience. Whether it is dining by day or dancing by night, you’ll be pleased with your time spent there. 125 Basin St. (located at the Halifax Harbor Marina) Daytona Beach | bluegrottodaytona.com CAFFEINE BISTRO | Caffeine Bistro has delicious dishes and a large selection of wine to choose from. 49 W. Granada Blvd. | Ormond Beach (386) 672.7277 | caffeinewinebar.com CARIBBEAN JACKS | Come for the view and food, stay for the live music. 721 Ballough Road | Daytona Beach 386-523.3000 | caribbeanjacks.com CHART HOUSE | If you have a special occasion to celebrate, this is the spot to be. Chart House has built a solid reputation for having a spectacular view, delicious steaks, and fresh seafood. 1100 Marina Point Drive Daytona Beach (386) 255.9022 | chart-house.com CHARLIE HORSE RESTAURANT | The Charlie Horse has been a local favorite in Ormond Beach for over 20 years and continues to keep customers happy. A great variety of food and one of the friendliest staffs around. 810 South Atlantic Avenue | Ormond Beach 386-672.4347 | charliehorserestaurant.com T H E F L U I D M A G . C O M 34

CENTRAL FLORIDA DINING & ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE CRABBY JOE’S DECK AND GRILL | A favorite to all in the Daytona Area, Crabby Joe’s is located on the Famous Sunglow Pier. Watch surfer’s catch some waves and enjoy your favorite cocktail, appetizers and entrée. 3701 S. Atlantic Ave | Daytona Beach (386) 788.3364 | sunglowpier.com DAILY GRIND | The best burgers in town, made fresh to order. Great food, service, and atmosphere. You won’t find many places with online reviews that can compare to the Daily Grind!!! 1665 Dunlawton Ave # 104 | Port Orange (386) 492.2975 | dailygrindburgers.com OCEAN DECK | When you’re in Daytona Beach, go where the locals go! A Daytona Beach tradition for over 40 years. Featuring great seafood & live reggae music. 127 South Ocean Avenue | Daytona Beach (386) 253-5224 oceandeck.com HIDDEN TREASURE | With breathtaking views and Key West style bars, Hidden Treasure is the spot for an amazing waterfront experience at a great price. 5993 South Ridgewood Avenue Port Orange | (386) 756.9565 hiddentreasureonrosebay.com HIGH TIDE SNACK JACKS | Directly on the beach, Snack Jacks has fresh food cooked to order with a variety of sandwiches, burgers, chicken wings and salads. Come enjoy the view, have a beer or glass of wine. 2805 S Highway A1A Flagler Beach (386) 439.3344 | snackjacks.com HOULIGANS | Known for their World Famous Wally Wings and delicious sandwiches, Houligans is a great place to watch the game and have some drinks with friends. 1110 West Granada Boulevard | Ormond Beach (386) 673.7878 1396 Dunlawton Avenue Port Orange (386) 322.3330 | wallywings.com INLET HARBOR | Inlet Harbor has a great casual atmosphere, the freshest seafood daily and amazing live entertainment. Inlet Harbor is our top pick in Central Florida for riverfront restaurant. 133 Inlet Harbor Rd | Ponce Inlet | Inletharbor.com IRON HORSE | Iron Horse is the best biker bar in the world. Come for the wild times, great bartenders, and people watching galore!! 1068 North US Highway 1 | Ormond Beach (386) 677.1550 | ironhorse-saloon.com JERSEY MIKES | Everyone is claiming that Jersey Mikes has the best subs they’ve ever had. These are the type of subs that keep you coming back. 1808 W International Speedway | Daytona Beach (386) 257.9119 | jerseymikes.com 3843 South Nova Road | Port Orange

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LULU’S OCEANSIDE GRILL | We love this place-the staff is very friendly and the food is delicious. With specials that are impressive, we give LULU’S two thumbs up!!! 30 South Atlantic Avenue | Ormond Beach (386) 673.2641 | lulusoceansidegrill.com MIKES GALLEY | It’s a big claim to make on our part, but it is best breakfast spot around. After you surf Ponce on a firing swell, stop in and refuel. 2514 South Atlantic Ave. Daytona Beach Shores (386) 756.2020 | mikesgalley.com MOLLY HATCHET SUBS | The subs here are no joke, by far the biggest subs for your money. With late hours and fast delivery, Molly Hatchets is a great option. 126 South Atlantic Avenue Daytona Beach (386) 492.2981 | mollyhatchetssubshop.com OCEAN BUFFET | Home to the largest buffet in Volusia County. They have a full sushi bar, lots of great seafood dishes, and even a section that caters to kids. 1854 S Ridgewood Ave | South Daytona (386) 767.3838 OYSTER PUB | Daytona’s top sport’s bar. Watch the game or fight on one of the +45 TV’S or the macking 133” projection screen. With a full menu and bar, the “pub” makes a good stop on any night!! 555 Seabreeze Boulevard Daytona Beach (386) 255.6348 | oyster pub.com PORT ORANGE STEAKHOUSE | The Steakhouse has a great dinner menu with lots of choices, including tasty steaks, salads, and ribs. 3851 South Nova Road Port Orange (386) 756.2660 | portorangesteakhouse.com RAZZLES NIGHTCLUB | This is where you go if you wanna shake what your mama gave you. With 15,000 sq. feet of partying space, Razzles is the spot to be with all your friends. And you know you are going to be trying to find your way up to the VIP AREA, so wear your hottest outfit. 611 Seabreeze Boulevard Daytona Beach (386) 257.6236 | razzlesnightclub.com RONIN | Located on International Speedway Blvd., Ronin has everything you are looking for, from their extensive Sushi Menu, Sake and Wine. Daytona’s Premiere Sushi establishment!! 111 West International Speedway Boulevard Daytona Beach | (386) 252.6320 roninsushiandbar.com SURFSIDE TAVERN | A excellent pub that features a full liquor bar, great food, and live music acts. Surfside Tavern caters to their customers with amazing specials on drinks. 3400 S. Atlantic Ave | Daytona Beach Shores surfsidetavern.com

MELBOURNE BEACH AREA BIG ISLAND BURRITOS | Big Island has tasty meals and everything is prepared with fresh ingredients. The atmosphere is relaxed, and they really capture the island feel. 814 North Miramar Avenue Indialantic (321) 733.4802 | Bigislandburrito.com CANTINA DOS AMIGOS | Cali style Mexican food and relaxing patio dining. Some of the best specials in town!!! 990 N. A1A | Indialantic | 321.724.2183 | 1246 N. A1A | Satellite Beach | 321.777.3093 cantinadosamigo.com CAPTAIN HIRAM’S | The food is outstanding and the sand bar always has great live entertainment. They offer a wonderful view of the water, and the staff is friendly. 1580 US Highway 1 | Sebastian | hirams.com COCOA BEACH PIER | The atmosphere can’t get any better than it is at the Pier. With restaurants, bars, and gift shops, it has something for everyone. We highly advise that you take the family there to truly experience Cocoa Beach. 401 Meade Avenue | Cocoa Beach | (321) 783.7549 cocoabeachpier.com COCONUTS ON THE BEACH | Coconuts on the Beach is a must stop place in Cocoa Beach. It is the place to be, with an amazing view of the ocean, nightly live music, fresh seafood, and a selection of your favorite drinks. 2 Minutemen Cswy | Cocoa Beach | (321) 784.1422 coconutsonthebeach.com CITY TROPICS | Satisfy your taste buds with delicious sushi, seafood, and brick oven pizzas. 249 5th Avenue Indialantic | (321) 723.1300 DA KINE DIEGOS | This place is high on the totem pole for “favorite places to eat” for many locals. You will be hard pressed to find any bad reviews. For good reasons, Da Kine Diegos Burritos are the best in town. 1360 Florida A1A Satellite Beach | (321) 779.8226 GREEN ROOM CAFE | Our top places to go for organic food to help fuel your body properly. Green Room Café specializes in sandwiches, wraps, salads, real fruit smoothies, tasty vegetarian and vegan choices, wheat- and gluten-free alternatives. 222 N 1st Street Cocoa Beach | (321) 868.0203 greenroomcafecocoabeach.com JAZZYS MAINELY LOBSTER AND SEAFOOD Rated #1 on trip advisor for restaurants in the Cocoa beach area and for a good reason. Fresh seafood, top notch chowder, and highly rated customer service. 210 North Orlando Avenue Cocoa Beach (321) 613.3993

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THE JUNGLE ORGANIC RESTRAUNAT & MARKET Check out the Sunday brunch. The Market has a huge selection of organic/natural groceries, vitamins, supplements, and homeopathic remedies. The owners and staff are knowledgeable and happy to help their customers. 2500 North Highway A1A Indialantic (321) 773.5678 | jungleorganic.com LONGDOGGERS | With amazing specials and a relaxing atmosphere, Longdoggers is hard to top. We highly recommended the Mahi Tacos, wings, and hot dogs. 1201 South Patrick Dr | Satellite Beach (321) 773.5558 4260 Minton Road | Melbourne | (321) 951.8884 N Hwy A1a | Indialantic, Florida | (321) 725.1115 longdoggers.com TACO CITY | Great “homemade” style tex-mex. Perfect location for tasty tacos and a couple of beers. 2955 South Atlantic Avenue Cocoa Beach (321) 784.1475

ORLANDO AREA DEXTER’S | World famous Sunday brunch, with unbelievable food specials and the best bloody mary in town! 808 East Washington Street | Orlando (407) 648.2777 | Dexwine.com EMBER | Ember is reminiscent of the easy-going social taverns seen all over Europe and the Mediterranean. Open air seating, delicious menu options and all types of drinks. Unbelievable mixology menu. The place for business meetings or happy hour. 42 West Central Boulevard | Orlando (407) 849.5200 | emberorlando.com EYE SPY | Its your call if you want to start the night here, but if you don’t end up at Eye Spy you are missing out. Some of the best DJ’S downtown will put you in the perfect mood to dance the night away. 54 North Orange Avenue | Orlando | (407) 246.1599

THE FAT SNOOK | A wide variety of meals complimented with quality seasonal ingredients, and hand selected boutique-style wines from across the world. 2464 S Atlantic Ave | Cocoa Beach 321.784.1190 | thefatsnook.com

FIDDLER’S GREEN | When you are ready to get away from all the drama, and get back to some Irish roots, Fiddler’s Green is the spot to be. The place has a huge following for a good reason, people come for the live music, great food, and cold beer. 544 West Fairbanks Avenue | Winter Park (407) 645.2050 | fiddlersgreenorlando.com

SANDBAR SPORTS GRILL | Come here for a beautiful view, live music, and get comfortable at the “Home of the Fish tacos.” 4301 Ocean Beach Boulevard Cocoa Beach (321) 799.2577 | sandbarsportsgrill.net

FINNHENRY | A great way to experience a Irish pub in a modern ambience. Make sure to stop by here while bar hopping downtown. 39 N. Orange Ave. Orlando | (407) 648.0100 finnhenrys.com

SANDS | A Local hot spot with the best view on the beach and great happy hour prices on drinks and food. Something for everyone, enjoy some fresh seafood or grind into a burger. 1005 Atlantic Street | Melbourne Beach (321) 327.8951

FIRESTONE | Home to some of the best indie, hip hop, house, and island beats you could ever imagine. Firestone has been a staple in the nightlife scene for years. 578 N Orange Avenue, Orlando | firestonelive.net

SPORT’S PAGE BAR & GRILL | Top place in the area for live music. Sport Page continues to book quality bands that keep us coming back to see epic shows. 220 Florida A1A Satellite Beach | (321) 777.7243 SQUID LIPS | A great spot to sit on the intercoastal and enjoy the sunset. 1660 Indian River Drive Sebastian | (772) 589.3828 Squidlipsgrilll.com

FIRKIN & KEGLER | Firkin & Kegler puts a modern spin on bowling and they take it to the next level with a full Bar, Huge TV’S, and all types of games. 12850 Waterford Lakes Parkway | Orlando | (407)373.7444 Fkorlando.com FISHBONES | An award winning restaurant that has the reputation of satisfying all customers. Fishbones is well known for having the freshest seafood and excellent steaks. 7005 CR 46a | Lake Mary | (407) 581.2399 fishboneslakemary.com FUJI SUSHI | This is one of our favorite places for sushi and hibachi. Fuji Sushi has a wide variety of signature rolls, great service, and a nice atmosphere. 1449 Lee Rd | Winter Park

KNIGHT LIBRARY | Don’t be fooled when your friend tells you they are going to the library. You’ll find them at the Knight’s Library having cheap drinks, looking at hot chicks, and rooting on the Knights football team. 12289 University Blvd Orlando | (407) 482.2500 LATITUDE’S | You’ve heard the saying “the sky’s the limit”, well Latitude’s takes you there. Let the awesome rooftop view and tiki torches mezmorize you, and enjoy the night with some friends. 33 West Church Street | Orlando | (407) 649.4270 MAKO’S | Its easy to describe Mako’s: jaw dropping good times. The girls come to get down on the dance floor and the guys come to see the high quality eye candy. 27 W. Church Street | Orlando | (407) 420.1111 ONE80 LOUNGE | With the best view hands down in downtown, this is exactly what Orlando needed. It takes Orlando to the next level with the high quality atmosphere and five star view. Amway Center | 400 W Church St | Orlando (407) 440.7180 TILTED KILT | With a mouthwatering menu, ice cold beer, and beautiful women that make you feel right at home, The Tilted Kilt is the spot to be. 11650 UNIVERSITY BLVD. | Orlando (407) 226.6886 901 Currency Circle | Lake Mary | (407) 942.0016 tiltedkilt.com ROC ROOM | Orlando’s only rock ‘n roll bar and that pays tribute to the music that shaped many generations. 41 West Church Street Orlando (321) 663.2431 | churchstreetbars.com/rok-room SEASONS 52 | Season 52 is the perfect dining experience. They keep all your best interest in mind: high quality, healthy, and delicious entrees with wonderful customer service. 7700 Sand Lake Road Orlando | (407) 354.5212 THE SOCIAL | If you Loooove concerts, this is the spot for you. Either chill near the bar and people watch, or get down in the mix and live it up. 54 N. Orange Ave. Orlando WALL ST. PLAZA | This area really has something for everyone!! Wall St. has restaurants for lunch or dinner, clubs great for clubbing, bars with amazing happy hour prices and some of the best night life in Orlando. 19 N. Orange Ave | Orlando Main Office (407) 849.0471 | wallstplaza.net WORLD OF BEER-UCF | The beer selection is amazing and the prices are reasonable- even by college students standards. World of Beer staff is knowledgeable and the atmosphere is very welcoming. 3402 Technological Ave | Orlando (321) 235.9741 | ucf.wobusa.com T H E F L UIDMAG.COM 36

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CENTRAL FLORIDA: The $300 Million, 800,000 square foot, 20,000 seat Amway Center was the most technology advanced arena in the Country at the time of its construction (2010). It features the largest high-definition scoreboard at a NBA arena (41’ foot by 42’ foot), a 180-foot high tower that changes color depending on the event or holiday season and a 54-by-46-foot LED display on the outside of the building that faces Interstate 4.

Orlando is the second most popular domestic travel destination in the country behind Las Vegas. Out of the estimated 50 million tourists who visit Orlando each year, over 2 million are international visitors, with the majority of foreign tourists coming from the United Kingdom. The University of Central Florida (UCF) was founded in 1968 as Florida Technological University and changed names to University of Central Florida in 1978. UCF is currently the largest university in the nation by terms of undergraduate enrollment (49,900 in 2011), the largest university in Florida (58,900 total enrollment in 2011), in 2003 held the distinction

of being the fastest-growing university in the United States and in the 2010 Academic Ranking of World Universities, UCF was ranked among the top 300 universities in the world.

Metro Orlando serves as the headquarters for several

public companies, including: Darden Restaurants, Tupperware Corp. and Ruth’s Chris Steak House and also serves as the divisional headquarters for the following: Siemens Energy Inc., Mitsubishi Power Systems Americas, Lockheed Martin, L-3 Communications, Science Applications International Corporation, Electronic Arts and more.

Central Florida is not only considered the “Lightning

Capital of the United States”, it is also home to the shark attack capital of the world (New Smyrna Beach), horse capital of the world (Ocala), redfish and largemouth bass capital of the world (Mosquito Lagoon and greater Orlando), theme park capital of the world (Orlando) and the former spring break capital of the world (Daytona Beach).

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Our number one priority at Sei Company is to ensure each and every customer has a memorable experience in our store. Our talented and knowledgeable sales associates and management team are trained in customer service, salesmanship and fashion styling. So our staff always greet our customers with a smile and a promise that they will be styled from head to toe in the latest and upcoming trends. In keeping our price points at a reasonable place, our customers can feel trendy without paying a runway price. Brittany was shopping with a goal in finding outfits that could add to and be interchanged in her closet for the holiday season and always wanted to be able to pull off this season’s 70s style. So Reanna, our sales associate that specializes in styling greeted her, chose and dressed three looks that could be interchanged into business and casual wear, also adding that depth she was looking for. While still keeping in mind that she wants to keep a good budget of clothing for her wardrobe. When asked about her shopping experience, Brittany had stated: “When first walking into Sei, I was greeted by Reanna. She accompanied me while I walked through the store and explained how each section merchandised by a color story for effortless shopping, the newest fashions and how to accessorize. Before I knew it, Reanna was pulling outfits in no time! She chose apparel that complimented my shape while keeping my personal style in mind. I was surprised to see the variety of looks that were all in one store ranging from 70’s color block, business chic and party wear. All of the outfits she picked were items that I would never think went together, but she proved me wrong. I left with amazing clothes and unique new look!” The first look Brittany was matched in was a purple bell sleeved bloused, cayenne toned skinny jeans and a red contrasting belt. This casual look shows off the season’s 70s style trend with a bell sleeve and color story, while highlighting her toned body and hair color. Skinny Jeans: $60.95; Top: $40.95; Red Skinny Belt: $10.95 The second look that we dressed Brittany in was a printed top and a high waist, straight leg blue trouser pant. This printed top and trouser is a great modern version of 70’s business attire and this look also flatters her narrow torso and long legs. Top: $32.95; Trouser: $52.95. The last look that Brittany was styled in was a cheetah printed sequined mini and a blue-purple pea coat. Inspired by the disco era with a pop of mod style, this cocktail look is great for holiday and the pea coat can be interchanged with any of the other outfits. Cocktail Dress: $68.95; Pea Coat: $92.95 Complete looks on thefluidmag.com

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