Monday, August 28, 2017

RECIPE OF THE MONTH
Hogfish with Key Lime Butter Sauce

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Fish Preparation 
  • 4 (4-ounce) skin-on hogfish fish fillets
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 ripe tomato, seeded, chopped small
  • 2 scallions, cleaned, finely sliced (green and white parts, green garden onions are fine too)
  • 1/4 cup roasted red pepper, diced small
  • 1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  1. Prepare and have warm white wine-Key lime sauce before cooking fish.
  2. Rinse fish and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Spread bread crumbs in a baking pan or pie plate. Press fish into crumbs on both sides to coat well. Place fish on baking pan and refrigerate for 30 minutes
  4. Heat a nonstick griddle or cast-iron griddle over medium heat. Once hot, add oil. When oil is heated, add fillets, cooking in two batches. Cook each fillet 5 to 7 minutes per side, depending on thickness of fish, or just until done. Do not overcook.
  5. Sprinkle each fillet with chopped tomato, scallions and roasted red pepper; sprinkle grated cheese over top. Spoon white wine-Key lime sauce over all and serve hot.
  6. Note it is also good without the roasted red pepper.
Makes 4 servings.If less just reduce the toppings and sauce. So easy!
White Wine Key Lime Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 shallot, chopped roughly or green garden onion
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock (note we tried it without the chicken stock and it was still good)
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons freshly grated lime zest (we tried it with the lime juice only and it was good)
  • 1/3 cup Key lime juice (we tried with regular lime and it was good)
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • Heat olive oil in medium skillet over medium heat; add shallot and saute for about 1 1/2 minutes. Add white wine and bring to a boil; boil for 3 minutes or until reduced by half. Spoon shallot from pan and discard. Add chicken stock and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add butter and cook over medium-low for 3 minutes, swirling pan or whisking gently to combine. Remove from heat and whisk in lime zest and Key lime juice. Keep warm over low heat while fish is cooking. Serve warm.
Makes about 2/3 cup or 4 servings.

Wednesday, August 16, 2017

FEATURED LISTING
BLUE WATER RETREAT
3 Bedroom/3 Bath OCEANFRONT Home in Islamorada
Pool, Dock & Ocean Views
Sleeps 6-8


Minimum Rental: 1 Month    Location, location, location!  This home has it all - ocean side Lower Matecumbe location, totally remodeled in 2009. Relax by the cocktail pool or sunbathe in the private roof top sunning area.  There are blue water ocean views from almost every room in this home.  It is located on a canal front lot, offers dockage for a boat up to 30' and easy access to the ocean - a straight shot of about 200 yards to open water from the dock.   The interior has been gutted and everything is new.  All 3 bathrooms are new, everything in the kitchen is new as are all the furnishings.  The wrap-around screened balcony provides a respite after a day on the water.  Take a dip in the pool and enjoy some afternoon refreshment.  Grill your day's catch on the gas grill and dine at home or take it to one of our many fine local restaurants and let the chef cook it to your specifications. 
 
This is a stilt house with the main living area on the 2nd level.   You'll enjoy the open great room arrangement of the kitchen, dining and living areas.   The kitchen features granite counter tops and an unobstructed view of the ocean from the window over the sink.  All appliances are new.  You'll love the side by side stainless steel refrigerator with water and ice on the outside.  The glass top range-oven is a breeze to clean - if you happen to make a mess.   The kitchen is completely equipped with appliances, dishes, flatware, and glasses.  Just bring your food.   Dining is a pleasure at the square table with 6 high back upholstered chairs.  The casual seating area features a leather sleeper sofa, occasional chairs, and an entertainment center.  Watch your favorite programs on the wall mounted flat screen TV with digital preferred package - all HBO channels, Encores and 100 other digital channels - or listen to your favorite AM/FM stations on the Bose stereo player.   If you need to stay in touch with the outside world there is high speed wireless internet for your convenience.   There are two sets of sliding glass doors along the east wall of the great room and another set on the north wall which open to the wrap around screened balcony.   From here you can view the ocean and the canal.  Relax on one of the many chairs, read a book, gaze at the water or take a siesta.  This level also features two bedrooms, one with a queen sized bed and ensuite bath and the other with twin beds.   The hall bath offers a tub and shower combination and a single vanity.  A full sized washer and dryer are located near the bedrooms.   
 
The 3rd level features a loft style bedroom, ensuite bath plus two roof top viewing and sunning areas. One is located on the east side and one on the west.  In addition to the fantastic ocean views, the east area offers secluded roof top sun bathing.  Bask on one of the deck chairs in the private area and re-energize with a water spray and a cool towel - truly a heavenly experience. 
 
The ground level of this home offers a brand new in-ground cocktail pool, dockage and covered parking on paver bricks and professional landscaping.   There is 40' of dockage, a ladder, fish cleaning station, and an outdoor shower.    Make your reservation now.  This home is a favorite with our guests.  

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Rate Details:  Rent is $5,250 to $7,200/month depending on season.   Monthly Rates are calculated from the 1st day of the month to the last day of the month.     If your plans are for less than a month we may be able to help.   Please call the office.    Additional Charges:  $255 departure cleaning fee; $200 processing fee and 12.5% state and local taxes.    Refundable Security Deposit:  $1000 with Accidental Damage Insurance and $2000 without.  Utility Caps/Mo:  $100 water and $200 electricity.  Pet Fees:  Pets are accepted at this property on a case by case basis.  If your pet is accepted there is an additional security deposit of $200 for one pet and $100 for an additional pet.    

Optional Insurances:

Accidental Damage:  $45  covers up to $3,000 of accidental damage during your stay. 

Travel Insurance: This is an optional service we offer through a national travel insurance provider. Plans include valuable medical coverage, trip interruption, emergency travel services and more. Please click on the Travel Insurance tab on our website for more information.

All reservations made on this website are tentative and subject to confirmation by the management company.

Rates and fees are subject to change without notice prior to confirmation of reservation.

PROPERTY FEATURES

  • Totally Remodeled 2009
  • 3 Bedrooms/3 Baths
  • Sleeps 6 in beds, 2 on sleeper sofa
  • 40’ Concrete Dock
  • Oceanside Canal
  • In-ground Cocktail Pool 
  • Secluded Roof Top Sunbathing
  • Wrap-Around Screened Balcony
  • Tiled Baths with Vessel Sinks
  • 2 Flat Screen TV’s
  • Bose CD/AM/FM Stereo Player
  • Sony DVD Player plus movies
  • Wireless Internet – Cable Fastest Speed
  • Binoculars
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • Open Floor Plan
  • Linens Included
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Gas Barbecue Grill
  • Central Air plus Wall A/C on 3rd Level
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

  • Located at Mile Marker 76.3 in Islamorada
  • Convenient to Marathon and Upper Keys
  • Rain Barrel Artists Village MM 86
  • Founder's Park MM 87 with community pool, white sand beach, picnic areas, skateboard park, basketball court, driving range, and amphitheater
  • Theater of the Sea MM 84.5
  • Holiday Isle Beach Resort & Tiki Bar MM 84 
  • History of Diving Museum MM 82.9
  • World Wide Sportsman, Shopping, Morada Bay and Pierre’s Restaurants MM 81
  • Robbie's Marina - Feed the Tarpon MM 77.5
  • Islamorada Tennis Club   MM 76.8 
  • Anne’s Beach MM 73 (Oceanside)
  • Long Key State Recreation Area MM 67.5 
  • Key Colony Beach Golf & Tennis MM 53.5 
  • Snorkeling and Scuba Diving
  • Windsurfing, Waterskiing, Wakeboarding
  • Kayaking, Canoeing
  • Sailing, Parasailing
  • Park tours
  • Kiteboarding and paddle boarding
  • Birdwatching
  • Bowling
  • Charter Boats for Deep Sea or Backcountry Fishing
  • Bike Trails
  • Movie Theaters
  • Shopping
  • Gourmet or Casual Dining
  • Fabulous Waterfront Restaurants
  • Fishing – Deep Sea or Back Country
  • Fishing Party Boats 
  • Private Captains and Boats for Charter
  • Small Boat Rentals
  • Fitness Centers
  • Cheeca Lodge
  • Swim with Dolphin Programs

Wednesday, August 9, 2017



Participate by learning how to ID fish seen on Florida Keys reefs and submitting a REEF fish ID survey. Join Allison & Carlos Estape at REEF Headquarters (MM 98.3) at 7 p.m. to learn how to ID fish seen on Florida Keys Reefs. On your next dive/snorkel trip, fill in a REEF Volunteer Fish Survey and become a citizen scientist by submitting your sightings to REEF’s Global Fish Survey Database. 

Carlos & Allison Estape are passionate about diving, underwater photography, fish ID, marine research, archaeology & history.  They greatly enjoy sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for the underwater world with others.
 
They are "citizen scientists" who participate in REEF's Fish Survey Program, work with scientists in the Tropical Western Atlantic, and are involved in invasive lionfish research & removal.
 
They are:
  • Published Underwater Photographers
  • Fish Behavior & ID Teachers
  • Tropical Western Atlantic REEF Fish ID Experts
  • Creators of the 100 Fish ID website
  • Dive Trip Leaders 
  • Members of REEF's Advanced Assessment Field Research Team
  • Major photo contributors to the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institutes' Shorefishes of the Greater Caribbean online website
 
They look forward to you joining them for a 100 Fish ID Behavior & ID Class, an online REEF "Fishinar",  or on a Florida Keys Dive Trip.  

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                      Smithsonian's Fish ID Website for Fish in the Tropical Western Atlantic

 Smithsonian's Fish ID Website for Fish in the Tropical Western Atlantic

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FREE APP for iPhone - A Guide to the Shorefishes of the Caribbean


Visit their website for more information, www.100fishid.com and check out their FaceBook for the latest news www.facebook.com/Underwater-Photography-with-Carlos-Estape-131258756935725

For regulations, please visit www.MyFWC.com or pick up a copy of the Florida Fishing Regulations - Saltwater Edition, wherever licenses are sold. For those unfamiliar with the parts of a fish, a diagram is available for reference.