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SHULA’S STEAK HOUSE Naples, Florida (239) 430-4999 www.donshula.com
Don't come to Shula's expecting dinner, expect a dining experience from the minute you walk in the door. The steak menu is cleverly painted on a football for your consideration, before the hand-cut selections are rolled out on a tempting table-side cart. While this is a steakhouse, the seafood choices are outstanding.
GRAYCLIFF Nassau, Bahamas +1 242-302-9150 www.graycliff.com
Graycliff Restaurant is a 5 star fine dining experience, with Bahamian influenced Continental cuisine and a Grand Award-winning wine cellar. The secret recipes at Graycliff have set its reputation in the hallmark of the rich and famous. Creative culinary innovation has resulted in a variety of sumptuous dishes that is distinctly its own.
MAI-KAI Fort Lauderdale, Florida (954) 563-3272 www.maikai.com
The roaring drums sound the beginning of the exciting island revue. You will be enticed by the romantic Hawaiian wedding dance and the thrilling Samoan fire knife dance performed by our native Polynesian dancers. Let us sweep you off your feet with our great service, exquisite cuisine and entertainment second to none!
BISTRO 821 Naples, Florida (239) 261-5821 www.bistro821.com
With distinctive style, Executive Chef Jess Housman creates a wide array of innovative entrees fusing Asian, European and Domestic flavors. A great wine list and casual elegance add to an exceptional dining experience. They offer a variety of freshest Seafood, Choice Steaks, Pastas, and award winning desserts concentrating on the finest ingredients available daily.
VICTORIA & ALBERTS Walt Disney World, Florida (407) 939-3862 www.victoria-alberts.com
From the moment you walk through the door into this tiny oasis of opulence, Victoria & Albert’s captivates with the setting, the knowledgeable staff, the fresh flowers, the fine tableware, the extraordinary food. Impeccable service creates a smooth and gracious dining experience, with an avant-garde menu inspired by pristine ingredients from the global market.
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BROWN DERBY Disney’s Hollywood Studios (407) 939-5277
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Dine in an authentic replica of the famous Brown Derby, a Tinseltown landmark steeped in glamour and glitz. The walls are adorned with caricatures of famous faces—a tradition that began with the original restaurant—and the upscale atmosphere harkens back to the Golden Age of Hollywood.
T-MICHAELS Naples, Florida (239) 261-0622 www.t-michaels.com
When you're ready to unwind at the end of the day, T-Michaels is the perfect place to stop for a great glass of wine or cocktail and an amazing food experience. The Menu features Classic Steak and Lobster fare along with signature dishes from land, sea and earth. Daily Specials highlight locally caught fish and fresh ingredients.
CHALET SUZANNE Lake Wales, Florida (863) 676-6011 www.chaletsuzanne.com
After over seventy-five years of welcoming guests to our Chalet Suzanne, we feel we know what you need and want… We offer peace, quiet, fabulous food, a cozy atmosphere, personal attention, privacy, and a variety of decor. Evenings at the Chalet Suzanne tend to create memories that last a lifetime. THE GRILL AT
RITZ CARLTON Naples, Florida (239) 598-3300 www.ritzcarlton.com
Providing the best culinary experience, The Grill is the perfect setting for an intimate dinner that lingers into the late hours with menu selections including dry-aged beef, fresh seafood, seasonal favorites and a collection of international award-winning wines.
WATERMARK GRILLE Naples, Florida (239) 596-1400 www.watermarkgrille.com
The Malo brothers have been in business for more than 25 years. The Malo family believes in superb food quality, exemplary service and extreme cleanliness. They have designed Watermark Grille to be unique with waterfalls, fountains, tropical plants and a comfortable atmosphere.
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Since 1946, we’ve been a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. Enjoy fine dining at our award-winning beachfront restaurant, relax at our Sunset Beach Bar & Grill, indulge in a luxurious spa treatment, or challenge yourself on our championship golf course.
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When piloting your personal aircraft through When it comes to the finest in dining, the the skies of Central Florida, what is the one
Hinshaw's of Chalet Suzanne, are pleased to
location that should be on your bucket list? offer a departure from the traditional 'prix We suggest the Chalet Suzanne in Lake fixe' dining experience. Reaching a little Wales, Florida. Whether you are in the mood for a meal to remember or perhaps a longer stay, just lower the landing gear and glide down into one of the favorite secrets of many pilots. Every year during the Experimental Aircraft Association's Sun 'n Fun fly-in in Lakeland, the Chalet Suzanne hosts an informal barbeque to thank the flyers that have been coming here for years. It seems that every year the party just gets better and better.
deeper into the family's collection of recipes and enlisting the aid of top area chefs, a fresh new a la carte menu has been developed. From a casual breakfast or lunch to a touch more formal dinner, this is the ideal fix for any palette. Looking for a longer stay? Each one of the Chalet's 26 guestrooms greets you with cordial warmth and each is delightfully unique. With the charm and comforts of a private
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Coordinates: N27째57.23'/ W81째36.09' Located 03 miles N of Lake Wales, Florida on 20 acres of land. Estimated Elevation is 130 feet MSL. Magnetic Variation from 1985 is 3째 West
bed, whirlpool tub or a special view. Included with your room is a welcoming Decanter of Sherry, fresh fruit, a daily Wine and Cheese Reception, a nightly Turndown Service with home made sweets and a delicious Country Inn Breakfast served in the Lakeside Dining Room. Set your coordinates and next flight plan to the Chalet Suzanne and join them for a day or longer relaxing stay.
(863) 676-6011 | www.ChaletSuzanne.com | 4000 Chalet Suzanne Drive, Lake Wales, FL
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