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The Food & Drink Issue LO C A L S O N LY

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

The Food & Drink Issue

October 2022 PUBLISHER

Rynni Henderson | rynni.henderson@citylifestyle.com EDITOR IAL COOR DINATOR

Bon Appetit! And welcome Fall! With the changing seasons, especially here in North Florida with that much-needed cooler weather, comes a change in what we are craving, and with Fall that often means comfort food. Although we always love to share our local Culinary Creations and chef’s recipes with you each month, October is our most delectable issue of the year, filled with some of our favorite dishes and beverages available right here in the Gainesville area. For this issue, we had the pleasure of sitting down with various chefs and owners to learn about their stories and some of their new offerings. We’re sharing a decadently delicious French Toast Casserole recipe, and including our guide to some of our favorite Food & Drink spots including everything from ice cream and crepes, to wine and craft beers, pizza, Chinese, and seafood – Gainesville has it all!

There is an art to creating a flavorful dish that not only satisfies our taste buds but evokes memories. Food brings us all together, and whether we’re sharing a meal at home with friends and family or enjoying a night out on the town, the time spent while enjoying food is invaluable.

Many of you might know that I am passionate about food and wine and love to cook at home as well as eat out. I enjoy trying these new food spots and their recipes we include each month from local favorites, and hope you will too.

As always, thanks for reading, happy eating, and see you around town!

RYNNI HENDERSON, PUBLISHER @GAINESVILLECITYLIFESTYLE

Elizabeth Mueller elizabeth.mueller@citylifestyle.com STAFF PHOTOGR APHER

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20 The Third Generation Mr. Han: Alexander Han Mr. Han’s Restaurant a Gainesville Culinary Legend

24 Berkeley Hoflund Stubbies & Steins

Bringing people together through food and beverage for almost 20 years.

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Chef ’s Selection

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Lifestyle Letter

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Local Limelight

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City Scene

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Driver’s Notebook

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Culinary Creations

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Home Update

FO O D + B EV ER AGE

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FO O D + B EV ER AGE HO ME + DES I GN

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Holiday Lighting for Every Occasion

38 Thornebrook Gallery & David Arrighi Loving What I Do

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Prost Photography - Steffanie Crockett Mr. Han’s Restaurant: Three Generations Serving Gainesville

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October 27th, 2022 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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1: Builders Association of North Central Florida Silent Auction: Emily Robinson, Dianne Gates and Debby Knopf. 2: Friends enjoying the PRP Regeneration Specialists 5 year celebration. 3: Friends and Family enjoying the PRP Regeneration Specialists 5 year celebration. 4: Friends enjoying the PRP Regeneration Specialists 5 year celebration. 5: Wendy Wiggs, Owner of PRP Regeneration Specialists and her amazing staff.

6: Sherry Houston, Coach Steve and Jerry Spurrier enjoying Spurrier’s Gridiron Grill 1 year Anniversary Event. 7: James Bates, Freddie Wehbe and Sherry Houston at Spurrier’s Gridiron Grill 1 year Anniversary Event.

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8: Anthony Johnstone, Operating Partner and Freddie Wehbe Managing Partner Spurrier’s Gridiron Grille. 9: Shane Mathews and Chris Doering at Spurriers Gridiron Grill One Year Anniversary Event. 10: Ice Cream & Crêpes Eatery Gainesville Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. 11: Ice Cream & Crêpes Eatery Gainesville Chamber of Commerce Event Guests. 12: Halo Potato Donuts Tower Road Gainesville Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. 13: Halo Potato Donuts Tower Road Gainesville Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Event Guests. 14: Florida Magazine Charlie Awards 2022 - City Lifestyle Gainesville Publisher Rynni Henderson & her husband Larry.

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15. Charles Howe and Leza Mueller, Owner of Cabi Style with Leza: Fashion Stylist at The Ronald McDonald Red Shoe Event. 16: Ronald McDonald Red Shoe Event 2022. 17: Greg and Jennifer Cassidy, Owner of Club Synergie at The Ronald McDonald Red Shoe Event.

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business monthly A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

Chinotto House Design Co. Introduction Chinotto House Design Co. is a commercial and residential interior design firm specializing in creative contemporary design. Designers Chelsey Cox and Rachel Rector have created beautiful and design forward spaces for clients, including a redesign of the Butterfly Roof House, whole house designs in Duckpond, a new bar/restaurant in downtown Gainesville (Baby J's), a real estate office suite, a new-build on Bivens Arm and a kitchen renovation in a 70’s-inspired home in Gainesville Country Club.

Ashley Bryant announced as the Director of Marketing Butler Enterprises Butler Enterprises, the largest retail center in North Central Florida, announces Ashley Bryant joined the leadership team as Director of Marketing. Ashley is responsible for planning and executing marketing strategies to drive growth and foot traffic to the shopping center’s 150-plus retail and dining establishments. “Honored to be part of an incredible legacy, Butler Enterprises has been a staple of my community. The caliber of tenants and the localization of entrepreneurship is incredible,” says Ashley.

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Welcome Straight Hemp: Visit their Website Today Straight Hemp is a company founded with heart and a duty to help. We continue to operate from a place of compassion, activism and innovation. We provide substantial lifelong discounts to Active & retired military, First responders, Educators, Low income households and Individuals with long term disabilities. We also donate product and monetary support to several non-profit and activism organizations.

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Ice Cream and Crêpes Eatery We are the only place for late-night cravings because we are open until midnight daily! Enjoy more than 60 premium Ice Cream flavors and vegan options in a waffle cone, sundaes, or create your own Banana Split. Try our “O.G. crêpe” with strawberries, banana, Nutella, and powdered sugar. Or simply make your milkshake out of any ice cream and toppings we have for you. We open at 10 am for Brunch.

Photography Ice Cream and Crêpes Eatery

Cade Museum of Creativity and Invention Wandering the Milky Way Adventurous explorers are invited to participate in a unique city-wide scavenger hunt that is truly out of this world! The Cade Museum of Creativity and Invention is partnering with seven local businesses across Gainesville to help the public visualize the enormous scale of our Milky Way galaxy. The cosmic collaboration is a physical extension of the museum’s current exhibit, “Wandering the Milky Way” which runs through January 2023. Visit CadeMuseum.org

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Tioga Town Center - the best food and drinks in town!

Explore a variety of cuisines and offerings, from local market shops, graband-go quick serve, snacks, desserts, cocktails, and plenty of sit-down dining, perfect for enjoying time with loved ones! We’ve got over 10 restaurants, bars, and lounges that offer a variety of cuisines to satisfy your cravings from day to night. Be sure to stop by and enjoy a night off from cooking, or grab takeout before one of our fantastic upcoming events!

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Catholic Charities: The Great Speakeasy Our Great Speakeasy is in Alachua at Oak Lane Weddings and Events, 7827 NW 170th St, Alachua, FL 32615 on a beautiful private property with indoor and outdoor options. You can choose to sit in our elegant open air Gatsby dining room, party in our indoor nightclub or a little of both. Saturday, October 22, 2022, doors open at 5 pm Password: Charity. Tickets and Sponsorship Opportunities Available bidpal.net/greatspeakeasy

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MidiCi's Events: Date Nights & More I opened MidiCi because I wanted to get back to the things that matter: authentic food, quality ingredients, and personal interactions. I wanted to move out of the digital world and enjoy a more authentic life. I know that high-quality products and satisfied customers are non-negotiables. MidiCi reflects how I live my life: eat great food, take pride in what you do, and have fun. Join us for Date Night Events & More!

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Child Advocacy Center Fundraiser: Gainesville Gone New Orleans Join us for the Child Advocacy Center's (CAC’s) 13th Annual Signature Fundraiser, Gainesville Gone New Orleans at Valley View October 27th. The Child Advocacy Center (CAC) in Gainesville provides a child-friendly, safe and supportive environment for children who have experienced abuse and neglect.

Our vision is to provide a compassionate community where families thrive, children are safe, and victims receive the resources they need to heal. Learn more at GAINESVILLEGONENEWORLEANS.COM

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ARTICLE BY ALEXANDER HAN AND LEZA MUELLER | PHOTOGRAPHY BY PROST PHOTOGRAPHY

The Third Generat ion M r. H a n : A l e x a n d e r H a n MR. HAN’S RESTAURANT, A GAINESVILLE CULINARY LEGEND

When did Mr. Han's Restaurant open? Mr. Han’s Restaurant opened in 1976.

Has it always been at its current location? No. Originally it was located on 13th Street, near the current location of La Tienda.

How did the Han Family come to Gainesville? My grandparents were visiting a friend who was a professor at the University of Florida. Their friend was telling them how Gainesville did not have any Chinese restaurants. At the time my grandparents were living in Washington D.C. and worked at a restaurant in the Capital. My grandmother knew how hard my grandfather worked for someone else and convinced my grandfather to move to Gainesville so they could run their own Chinese restaurant. That was the birth of Mr. Han’s Restaurant.

What is your favorite part of the restaurant business?

I enjoy seeing people enjoy their meal. As a child I basically lived at the restaurant. I had a chance to meet my dad, Eric’s patrons. My dad never met a patron that didn’t become his friend. It sparked the love of people in me. Our customers have become our family.

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When you walk into Mr. Han’s, there are large photos of your dad and past patrons in China. Can you tell us about those trips? My dad would coordinate trips to China, two times a year for our patrons. He coordinated the entire trip with friends and family in China. Patrons loved being immersed in the real Chinese Culture and dad loved to share it with them.

Do you have a favorite dish? The black pepper steak is definitely my favorite dish. It is so tender and different. It isn’t a complicated dish, but not simple either. I think it is just perfect.

Favorite Quote or inspiration? Time does not wait for anyone. I never want to waste a moment of time.

I run the family business because I enjoy being with people. I don’t sweat the small stuff either. I am a very positive person. When things do not work out, I don’t get down. I learn from them and move forward.

Mr. Han’s Restaurant has been a Gainesville tradition for over 46 years. Alexander Han loves being a part of Gainesville and providing the finest, most authentic Chinese food around. Mr. Han’s still hosts wedding receptions and private parties, with the beautiful side room available to serve over 120 patrons. Curious about your holiday office party or personal events?

Stop by Mr. Han’s at 6944 Northwest 10th Place, Gainesville, FL 32605 or call at (352) 331-6400.

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F RENCH T OA S T C A S SEROL E A STAPLE OF SWEETWATER BRANCH INN’S FAMOUS BREAKFAST, THIS DECADENT SOUTHERN TREAT MAKES THE WHOLE HOUSE SMELL DELICIOUS!

INGREDIENTS • 1 stick butter • 1 cup brown sugar • French or crusty bread, enough to cover a 9 x 12 pan • 6 -8 eggs depending on egg size • 2 cups milk • 2 tsp vanilla extract • ¼ - 1 teaspoon cinnamon, to taste • ½ cup Karo syrup • Toppings of your choicee

DIRECTIONS 1. In a saucepan combine butter, brown sugar, and ½ cup Karo syrup. Cook untilcombined.

2. Pour into greased 9 x 12 glass or ceramic baking dish.

3. Cut or rip bread into bite-size pieces.

Layer bread into the baking dish until 1 ½ - 2 inches thick.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla. Pour the mixture over the bread. Make sure all bread has absorbed liquid. Top with sprinkled cinnamon.

5. Add topping ingredients. We like blueberries, cream cheese, peaches, strawberries, apples, nuts, dried fruits, or any combination of your choice!

6. Cover with plastic wrap and soak overnight.

7. Sprinkle brown sugar on top and place in preheated oven at 350 for 40 minutes until it browns and bubbles.

8. Garnish with powdered sugar, fresh fruit, or melba sauce drizzle. Serve warm.

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BERKELEY HOFLUN D - STUBBI ES & STEI NS ARTICLE BY LEZA MUELLER | PHOTOGRAPHY BY BERKELEY HOFLUND

Bringing people together through food and beverage for almost 20 years.

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STUBBIES & STEINS

Stubbies & Steins was a Gainesville Institution, bringing craft and imported beer, clever beer t-shirts and German sausages to Gainesville in the setting of a neighborhood pub. “My dad, Gar and I wanted to create a place where people would want to hang out, where they would want to come together through food and beverage.” says Berkeley Hoflund. That is exactly what Stubbies & Steins became known for, a place to visit with friends and enjoy a unique beer and authentic German sausages.

Berkeley Hoflund grew up in Gainesville. Her father, Gar Hoflund, a Chemical Engineering Professor at the University of Florida, fostered in Berkeley a love of travel and a deep bond between the two was forged.

After college Berkeley returned to Gainesville. Gar talked of opening a beer t-shirt shop, where they could sell clever beer tees and unique beers. That was the beginning of Stubbies and Steins, which opened in April 2003. In 2008, they expanded, and their authentic German sausages became a part of “menu”.

At its peak, they had over 24 beers on tap and over 750 bottled beers. No breweries were open yet in Gainesville, only through distributors could Berkeley and Gar find the world and western US beers their patrons loved.

In 2013 Berkeley’s beloved father Gar passed away. And Berkeley found out she had celiac disease. Berkeley could no longer enjoy the beers that she and her dad had spent years bringing to Gainesville. It was time for a change and in 2014 Stubbies and Steins closed their doors.

But the connection to Gainesville and the beer community never was broken.

Over the next few years Berkeley continued to cook and sell her German sausages and Stubbies Sausages was born.

Where can you find Berkeley, a local realtor at Watson Realty Corp? Many nights and weekends she is at a local brewery with her sausage cart, continuing to make new friends and bringing people together, like she and her dad had always wanted, through food and beverage.

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Celebrate Your Style With Light!

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The app is free. And you can schedule the colors, dates, and times the lights are on and off. You will have millions of options and your lighting technology can also partner with Alexa and Google Home, is Cloud based and even has music connection capability.

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REDEFINING GOOD TASTE: YUM! ARTICLE BY KIM DIGANGI: SENIOR WRITER AT SAGEAGE PHOTOGRAPHY BY PAUL VERSLUIS From starting your day with a Starbucks® coffee and muffin to an elegant dinner before an evening out, The Village at Gainesville offers more dining options than ever. They are all part of the enhancements that have been made to campus social spots Tower Club and Center Pointe. “We have something for different tastes and moods,” says Jesus Neira, director of culinary and dining services at The Village. “From fine dining to the casual ease of the bistro experience to traditional coffeehouse fare, dining at The Village is an adventure.”“Dining isn’t just about food anymore,” says Jesus. “We reimagined what good taste means in our dining experiences.” “Today’s seniors appreciate a wider variety of foods,” adds Joshua Fuller, The Village’s facilities director. “They not only expect culinary diversity; they want a variety of dining experiences as well. Our residents want choices, and that’s what we’re giving them with our new renovations.”

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Williston Animal Group is no-kill dog rescue and a 501C3 organization. Donations are tax deductible. The mission for WAG Gives Back is very simple, keeping dogs in loving homes. Our vision is that with this program we can help our local community reduce abandonment and owner-surrender of their dogs.

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Gainesville’s Food and Drink Guide ARTICLE AND PHOTOG R APHY BY VARIOUS

MidiCi owners and GM's from across the country.

Joe Shott, Frank Russo, Tom Evins, Wayland Lennon

MidiCi; The Neapolitan Pizza Company Gainesville MidiCi owners and GM’s from across the country. Joe Shott, Frank Russo, Tom Evins, Wayland Lennon @ 4949 Celebration Pointe Ave, Suite #100 The restaurant industry is competitive. With multiple pizza places to choose from, I want people to choose MidiCi. Just as your home kitchen awakens your senses and taste buds, MidiCi strives to create that same experience while dining out. When you walk through our doors, you are surrounded by the rich aromas of our pizzas baking in our wood-fired ovens.

We are uncompromising about quality and we believe the best meals always have friends and family around the table.

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Alexander Han, 3rd Generation Owner of Mr. Han's Restaurant @ 6944 Northwest 10th Place

Mr. Han’s Restaurant Alexander Han, 3rd Generation Owner of Mr. Han’s Restaurant @ 6944 Northwest 10th Place Enjoy our creative and fun upscale drink menu. We have the best curated cocktails in Gainesville, in an intimate and high class environment. Our food is already known as the best Chinese in Gainesville, don’t miss out on our amazing cocktails as well.

See you soon.

Ice Cream & Crêpes Eatery The Parra Family. Ice Cream & Crêpes Eatery @ice_eatery @ 1025 W University Ave, Gainesville, Florida 32601 We want to thank the Gainesville community because everyone has been so kind and supportive of our business since the day we opened. The response to our Ice Cream & Crêpes concept has been overwhelmingly positive, confirming our mission to create a space where family and friends can connect through our flavors and enjoy being around the University, which is the heart of this community.

The Parra Family. Ice Cream & Crêpes Eatery @ice_eatery

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Richelle Pace and Trina Christenson, Owners Of Complete Home Boutique @ 140 SW 128th St, Jonesville, Florida 32669

Complete Home Boutique Richelle Pace and Trina Christensen, Owners Of Complete Home Boutique @ 140 SW 128th St, Jonesville, Florida 32669 When you are looking for that perfect bottle of wine, Complete Home Boutique has a wonderful selection of hand- picked wines.

The owners are wine lovers and enjoy selecting some of their personal favorites for their customers. We provide a great mix of champagne, several white and red wines, domestic and French.

Located conveniently in Tioga Town Center, stop by, grab a nice bottle of wine, or enjoy a glass with us in the boutique.

Mr. & Mrs. Crab @ 3246 SW 35th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608

Mr. & Mrs. Crab Mr. & Mrs. Crab @ 3246 SW 35th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608 A delicious seafood boil house offering up all things crab - king, snow, Dungeness, and blue, as well as shrimp, lobster, scallops, oysters, calamari, crawfish, clams, and mussels. Create-your-own platters are available, and choose from a variety of their custom seasoning blends to suit your taste!

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ARTICLE BY DAVID ARRIGHI & LEZA MUELLER PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID ARRIGHI

Thornebrook Gallery & David Arrighi LOVING WHAT I DO

After 41 years on January 31st, 2023, Thornebrook Gallery will be closing its doors. And while David’s amazing framing business and gallery filled with new and eclectic art will be greatly missed in our community, David will not be completely getting out of the art and gallery business. David will still be representing artists and provide professional services, through the Thornebrook Gallery website.

How did Thornebrook Gallery come to be? In 1981 what would become Thornebrook Gallery opened. It was just 3 weeks after graduation from the University of Florida and David and Art Frank, his partner, opened Frame Crafters. Frame Crafters was in the Millhopper Shopping Center, just across 16th Avenue from the current location. The framing business thrived. But something was missing.

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David and Art wanted to expand their frame shop and also add an Art Gallery. So in 1985, when the Shoppes of Thornebrook development began, David and Art leaped at the opportunity to do both and Thornebrook Gallery was born.

Since 1985 they have added an additional 1,000 square feet to Thornebrook Gallery, opened a second location in Ponte Vedra from 2000-2005 and Art retired from the business. Now it is time for David and his wife to do some traveling. While David is excited about the chance to travel and still work with his friends and artists through the Thornebrook Gallery website, he is going to deeply miss his work family.

Colleen Murray, the framer at Thornebrook Gallery is the most amazing framer David has ever met. Colleen has been with David for over 37 years. Her wealth of knowledge of all areas of framing and incredible skills has meant the world to the Gallery. David expressed that “Many of our customers have such a close relationship with Colleen that when they come in, she is the one they want to talk to.”

“Chitra Pekala pretty much runs the gallery, she does most of the display work and works with customers as well as helping select the crafts we bring into the gallery.” Chitra has been with David for 6 years now. A prior resident of Baltimore, Chitra ran one of the three locations of "As Kindred Spirits", a very fine gallery there.

Martha Jane Friedrich was among David's very first customers in the early 80's. Martha and her husband have done a lot of framing with David and earlier this year when David needed sales help, Martha Jane jumped at the chance to become a part of the Thornebrook Gallery work family. David says, “She is a people person and makes folks feel relaxed and really enjoy their visit to the gallery with no pressure.”

David LOVES what he does. So, please stop by and say, “Hi” to David and his work family. And before the doors close, don’t forget to check out the beautiful pieces that will make amazing gifts for families and friends.

Email: thornebrookgallery@gmail.com Call: (352) 378-4947

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events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

OCTOBER 1ST

Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention

VA R I O US DAT E S A ND T I ME T H R O UG H O UT T H E MO NT H The Cade hosts a variety of monthly and annual special events. Follow our newsletter for more information!

Events like: Cade After Dark, Sparks & Spooks, Little Sparks, Junior Inventor Night and Codebotics, Curious? Reach out to ​(352) 371-8001 at info@cademuseum.org

OCTOBER 1ST

Hippodrome Subscriptions & Flex Passes 2022-2023

H I P P O DR O ME T H E AT R E The Hippodrome Theatre is one of Gainesville’s most treasured cultural institutions for good reason: we’ve produced quality theater that sparks conversation and imagination for 50 years. Subscriptions and Flex Passes are the easiest and most economical way to experience our 50th Season of compelling theatrical storytelling!

For more information contact our Box Office: Call: (352) 375 4477 or Email: boxoffice@thehipp.org OCTOBER 1ST-3 1ST

Tipple's Brew's & Wines

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Have a beer while you shop or fill your growler. Also offering cheese, cigars, coffee, and chocolate. Tast-

Mr. Han’s Restaurant & Night Club

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Gainesville Garden Club

13 50 NW 75TH STREET GAINESVI LLE, FL 32605 | 10 : 0 0 AM Thurs. October 6 Open House at the Gainesville Garden Club Guest speaker Dr. Jack Davis, UF Professor & Pulitzer Prize Winning Author.

“The Bald Eagle: The Improbable Journey of America's Bird.” Time 1011:30 am Cost: Free Admission Go to: hggcfl.org/upcomingevents for Event Information

The Flats at Tioga Town Center was recently awarded the ‘2022 Excellence Award’ for ‘Large Community of the Year’ by the National Apartment Association (NAA). The Flats offers 1-3 bedroom luxury apartments with exceptional amenities in the heart of Tioga Town Center. Tioga offers local shops & boutiques, restaurants, bars, health & professional services, plus a playground, events, concerts, movies nights, & more!

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Uno De 50 and a Wine Tasting in the Evening

CO M PLE TE HOME BOUTIQUE Looking for the perfect marriage of jewelry and wine while you shop?

Look no further. Complete Home Boutique has the exclusive line from Spain, Uno De 50 & the boutique owners favorite wines to share. Come experience this amazing event October 7, 2022. Uno De 50 trunk show is from 1-6pm and the wine tasting is 6-8pm.

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Town of Tioga Concert & Movie Nights

TOWN O F TIOGA Concert: Chris McCarty - Oct 7th from 7:00-10:00 pm Movie: Hocus Pocus - Oct 14th starting at 7:30 pm Concert: Crooked Council - Oct 21st from 7:00-10:00 pm

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OCTOBER 13TH, 23 R D & 21ST

UF Performing Arts Center Events

UF P E R F O R MI NG A RTS C E NT E R Please join us: October 13th Melissa Aldara Quartet: 7 pm and 9 pm October 23rd Gabriel Martins Cello 2 pm October 27th Body Vox 7:30 pm performingarts.ufl.edu/events/ OCTOBER 13TH

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Haile Village Center 21st Annual Oktoberfest

H A I L E V I L L AG E C E NT E R | 5 :0 0 P M Join the fantastic vendors, stores, offices, & residents of the Haile Village Center for the 21st annual Oktoberfest! This year we’ll have all your favorite Haile Village Center food and drink vendors along with favorite local Food Trucks.

We’ll have 5 bands, 3 bounce houses, face painting, along with other family friendly activities including the highly anticipated performance

by Danscompany.

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Dance Alive - Dracula Family Friendly

P H ILLIPS CENTER FOR THE P E RFO RM ING A RTS | 2 PM & 7: 3 0 PM This is the story of a gentleman, his fiancée, and the dastardly deeds of the evil Count Dracula. After all is said and done, good wins out, and life goes on. With dramatic set design by artist Margaret Tolbert this Dracula is a production that will send chills up your spine! Family Friendly For ticket information, visit

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The Great Speakeasy: A Roaring Good Time

OAK LANE WE DDIN G S AN D EVE NTS | 5: 0 0 PM The Board of Catholic Charities Presents The Great Speakeasy: A Roaring Good Time. Join us Oct 22, 2022 @ Oak Lane Wedding & Events 7827 NW 170th St Alachua, Florida 32615. The doors open @ 5 pm: password Charity. Contact us at catholiccharitiesgainesville.org for details, sponsorships and tickets.

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Dance Alive Fall Concert Taking the Stage

EASTSID E H IGH S CHOOL TH E ATRE | 4: 0 0 PM Dance Alive National Ballet’s student group, The Next Generation, takes the stage with a wildly varied concert. New Directors Rachel Ridley and Tales Ribeiro will take dancers and audience on an exhilarating ride from classical to contemporary dance. The productions starts with the entire company in Coppelia Suite. For ticket information, visit

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The Good Life THE MOST IMPORTANT TOOL IN ANY COOK’S ARSENAL: THE GOURMET KITCHEN ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY SHOWCASE PROPERTIES OF CENTRAL FLORIDA Those of us who love to cook have dreams of the perfect, expansive showplace of a gourmet kitchen, but haven’t won the megabucks lottery, so while we can’t gut the house completely to install a six-range stove and two-door SubZero fridge, there are three simple, but essential elements can transform the kitchen into a space any serious cook would be proud to have: your cookware, knives and workspace.

YOUR COOKWARE: Invest in quality cookware that will last years, or even generations; cast iron is a never-fail option, and a Dutch oven can shepherd you through even the most challenging of recipes. Le Creuset is high-end and considered the best available, but alternatives like Lodge, Great Jones, and Our Place brands offer quality cookware at affordable prices, too.

YOUR KNIVES: All you need is one good knife that’s well-balanced and crafted, and you’ve won half the battle. Gordon Ramsay is a big fan of Japanese-made, Damascus steel HexClad. Other great chef’s knives you can look into include Misen (another great Japanese product), the Swiss-made Victorinox, and the classic Wusthof from Germany. Remember, just like your cookware, it’s an investment, so choose one that you’ll use for a lifetime.

YOUR WORKSPACE: Lots of countertop space and good lighting aren’t just for show – although that’s a huge benefit that allows people to see your greatness. But they’re also essential for organization and simply being able to see what you’re doing. Consider buying or building a butcher’s block or kitchen island, and add lights under your cabinets and near counter spaces. It’ll make your kitchen not only functional, but warm and inviting.

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Whether you’re a foodie or an acolyte with ambitions of becoming the next Nigella Lawson, the most important tool in any cook’s arsenal is your kitchen.

This is the place of culinary imagination and creation, where the aspiring gourmet can indulge in experiment that develops into experience and success.

For nearly three decades, Showcase REALTORS® have helped thousands of customers find their home here in Florida. Our agent’s dedication to the Gainesville area is borne from generations of love for the area– and we’re ready to help you Buy and Sell with Confidence. If you’re curious about the latest market conditions, what’s currently on the market, or if now is the time to sell, contact us today to get started.