Sanibel teen gearing up to reopen popular food truckMan arrested for prowling and enticing a child in Fort Myers
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SANIBEL Sanibel’s new rangers educate cyclists on path rules and e-bike limits Sanibel is a popular destination for biking enthusiasts, especially during the busy winter season. With over 26 miles of paved paths, the island offers stunning scenery for cyclists.
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SANIBEL Sanibel teen gearing up to reopen popular food truck The Sanibel Sprout, a beloved local spot, is gearing up for a hopeful reopening in mid-March after two years of rebuilding.
FORT MYERS Man arrested for prowling and enticing a child in Fort Myers A concerned citizen flagged down Florida Highway Patrol state troopers in Fort Myers to report an adult man was harassing his daughter, according to authorities.
PORT CHARLOTTE Port Charlotte Girl Scout earns Gold Award for pet care project A Port Charlotte teenager has earned the prestigious Gold Girl Scout Award.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers couple’s love grows stronger despite Alzheimer’s diagnosis Jeff and Bunny Edwards of Fort Myers celebrated their 41st anniversary, showcasing a love that has grown stronger over the years.
BONITA SPRINGS Harry Chapin Food Bank volunteers deliver food and a smile Food distributions seem so simple but go a long way in changing people’s lives. In Southwest Florida, the need for food is everywhere.
NAPLES Naples man arrested for cocaine trafficking A Naples man is facing a narcotics trafficking charge after deputies say he pitched cocaine out of his vehicle while trying to elude deputies.
SANIBEL Sanibel’s new rangers educate cyclists on path rules and e-bike limits Sanibel is a popular destination for biking enthusiasts, especially during the busy winter season. With over 26 miles of paved paths, the island offers stunning scenery for cyclists.
Cape Coral residents voice concerns over rental noise and rule-breaking Cape Coral is once again buzzing with discussions on short-term rentals.
Exclusive: Collier County Sheriff’s Office using tech to fight traffic congestion Naples is turning to technology to tackle traffic troubles.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers charity loses donation pod after complaint from local realtor Doug Miller and Amy Eldridge watched as their storage pod was towed away, marking the end of an era for their charitable efforts.
dunbar Dunbar’s Southward Village set for affordable housing transformation Southward Village is set to become a new hub for affordable housing as companies prepare to build on the now-empty site.
BABCOCK RANCH Babcock Ranch showcases cutting-edge robot in home construction Neighbors, friends, and students gathered Wednesday morning to witness a groundbreaking event in their community.
FORT MYERS Lee County schools expand garden program to 14 schools The Lee County School District is expanding its farm-to-school garden program to 14 schools, providing fresh ingredients for cafeteria meals.
SANIBEL Gulf dredging raises questions about red tide and beach conditions The beaches of Southwest Florida are a major attraction and a key reason why many visit or move to the area. However, a recent look at the Gulf waters shows a concerning change.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for February 12, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
Roy’s Wine Wednesdays BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. – Wednesday is a good time to wind down with some wine. Roy’s knows how to celebrate Wine Wednesdays with the perfect pairing. Roy’s Chef Jason Grasty stopped by the studio to show us how to make Portuguese sausage-crusted American Red Snapper. He pairs it with the 2013 Morgan Cotes Du Crow’s red blend. You can get this special pairing at Roy’s through the end of March. Portuguese Sausage Crust Ingredients 1/2 stick of unsalted butter 1/2 Portuguese sausage 5 oz. panko bread crumbs 1/2 oz. whole garlic cloves 3 oz. peeled shallots 1 tsp. vegetable oil Salt & pepper to taste Instructions Toss the shallots and garlic cloves in the vegetable oil and roast at 350 degrees high fan for 15-20 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature. Grind the Portuguese sausage, shallots and garlic. Allow butter to come to room temperature and whip for 2-3 minutes. Add in the ground sausage mixture, then add panko bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Charred Tomato Lemongrass Essence Ingredients 1 oz. soybean oil 3.5 oz. chopped lemongrass 2 each charred roma tomatoes 1 oz. chopped garlic 1 oz. chopped ginger .2 oz. kaffir lime leaves 1.5 tbsp. palm sugar 1.5 tbsp. sambal chili 1/2 qt. ketchup 1 qt. veal stock 3/4 cup distilled vinegar 1/4 cup liquid smoke 1 tbsp. molasses 1/2 bunch cilantro 1/2 bunch green onion Instructions Heat 1 oz. of soybean oil in a heavy bottom sauce pot and sauté lemongrass, garlic, ginger and kaffir lime leaves until colorful. Deglaze with liquid smoke and sambal chili, then add ketchup and palm sugar. Cook for one minute until bubbling, add charred tomatoes and remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer. Reduce the sauce by one fourth to thicken slightly then remove from heat. Blend the mixture and then strain. Barbeque Potato Gnocchi Ingredients Charred tomato lemongrass essence 3.25 oz. kona lager 3 oz. butter 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. chermoulah spice 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. onion powder 1/5 tsp. ground nutmeg 1/5 tsp. Ground Black Pepper 50 g potato flour 55 g potato flakes 82.5 g grated cheddar cheese 3 eggs Instructions Combine the charred tomato lemongrass essence, kona lager, butter and spices into a sauce pot. Bring to a simmer and then add the flour into the sauce pot. Use a whisk to incorporate and cook for 10 minutes over low heat constantly stirring. Remove from the heat and place into a mixer. Add the potato flakes and cheddar cheese. Mix for 10 minutes until mixture cools. Add the eggs one at a time. Remove from the mixer and place into a piping bag with a metal round tip, ¼” circumference Extrude the mixture through the bag and using a paring knife, cut 1” lengths over boiling salted water. Cook the Gnocchi until they float. Strain, oil and reserve cold. Final Plating Ingredients 1 each snapper filet 7 each barbeque gnocchi 1 oz. mixed mushrooms 7 each baby heirloom tomatoes 1 oz. charred tomato lemongrass essence ¼ tsp. cilantro 7 each micro cilantro Salt and pepper to taste Instructions Season the snapper fillet with salt and pepper on both sides. On the presentation side of the fillet, spread an even layer of sausage crust over the fish Sear the fish crust side down until golden brown. Flip over and finish in the oven at 350 degrees until done. Over medium to high heat in a sauté pan, heat one tablespoon of vegetable oil and sauté the gnocchi. Once they start to brown, add in the mushrooms. Add one tablespoon whole butter and the fresh herbs. Finish with heirloom tomatoes, essence, micro cilantro, salt and pepper.