I rent condos in Daytona Beach, Florida. It has been quite a learning experience for me, I have gained many skills from deciding to begin my own business. I will be heading to Daytona Beach on Friday, one of the perks is being able to come to town and work, and clean and stock my condos. I just happen to have a condo that did not rent for the Turkey Rod Run -- so off I go. My condos are at 3 resorts in Daytona Beach. HAWAIIAN INN RESORT We started with a condo at the Hawaiian Inn ... Read more »
Daytona Beach Florida and Valencia Oranges……
Another article from our favorite historical author, Marion Tomblin. This was originally printed in : http://www.myhometownnews.org History of Lue Gim Gong It is believed that citrus originated in China. Perhaps that explains Lue Gim Gong's fascination with the fruit. For whatever reason, this Asian horticulturist, and former resident of nearby DeLand, is considered the "father" of Florida's citrus industry. Lue Gim Gong was born in a farming village near Canton, China, in 1859. ... Read more »
Daytona Beach – DBNJ – Golden Crust
11-22-08 Fish, curry chicken taste of Jamaica LUNCH BUNCH Two take a midday break Michelle Ferrier, who visited Golden Krust for lunch recently, says the place is colorful with bright yellow tile, and the walls are dotted with Bob Marley posters and information about Jamaica. Reggae music plays in the background. From previous scouting, she knew only two small cafe tables that seat four are in the eatery, so most of the business is takeout. "I bought lunch for me and my husband, ... Read more »
Daytona Beach -DBNJ- Strathmore Bagels
11-12-08 Bagel name tells only part of deli story LUNCH BUNCH Two take a midday break News-Journal entertainment writer Rick de Yampert recently had lunch at Strathmore Bagels with his lady friend, Cheryl Sheppard. Q. So, you had a bagel appetizer, bagel entree and a bagel dessert? Actually, Strathmore Bagels is a bagel shop and full deli and restaurant with a sizable dining room. Along with dining in or takeout, the deli also offers delivery and catering. But, since I ... Read more »
Daytona Beach – DBNJ – Shiki At The Beach
Sushi great way to fuel up after kayak day After a long day of kayaking in high winds, staff writer Kelly Cuculiansky and her boyfriend, Tim Pratt, were starving and exhausted. They headed to their favorite sushi restaurant, Shiki At The Beach, where they knew they'd be seated immediately and served quickly. Q. What do you think of the place? Shiki isn't the fanciest of dining locations, but what it lacks in style it makes up for in its delicious food. Located in a strip mall, ... Read more »
Ocean Walk Resort — Daytona Beach Florida
Ocean Walk Resort -- Daytona Beach Florida Ocean Walk Resort is at 300 N Atlantic Av, Daytona Beach Florida. Ocean Walk Resort is an oceanfront resort on Daytona's Boardwalk and is one of the newest resorts in Daytona Beach. The Ocean Walk project was long awaited by Daytona Beach -- it bought a one of a kind resort to the area and the developers also built the Ocean Walk Shoppes and expanded the park area at the bandshell during the resort's construction. Ocean Walk Resort benefits from ... Read more »
Daytona Beach Florida, circa 1925 – The “Mental Science Movement”
Another Historical Excerpt from our friend Marian Tomblin, originally pulished 7-13-2007 in the MyHometownNews:: http://www.myhometownnews.net/ Helen Wilmans-Post What's in a name? Though the Bard shrugged and wrote "A rose by any other name smells as sweet," Floridians circa 1900 were not so relaxed. As the state grew, municipalities were formed, each enjoying its own identity and small, independent post office. Here in the Halifax area, we had Daytona (just Daytona back then, no ... Read more »
Daytona Beach – DBNJ – Mezzaluna Pizzeria
11-05-08 posted in DBNJ Like Italian? Pizzeria's got you covered On a recent evening, staff writer Tom Iacuzio -- and his wife, Kayla -- visited Mezzaluna Pizzeria in Palm Coast's European Village. Mezzaluna is an Italian-style restaurant with a wide variety of classics as well as some Mezzaluna originals. Q. What was your visual impression of the place? European Village as a whole is a unique place to hang out -- plenty of shops and live music. Stepping up to ... Read more »
Daytona Beach Restaurant – Racing’s North Turn…..
Racing's North Turn, Daytona Beach Florida. Racing's North Turn is usually the first place that we bring our out of town visitors. Friends who are visiting Daytona for the very first time can find a little bit of everything that makes Daytona great at this place. For starters, 1.) you can hang out at the ocean, as you have the best oceanfront dining location here. The large sunny deck, the umbrellas placed for those who are not from Chicago and craving sunshine. Great view and there ... Read more »
Deland – DBNJ – Deli Review
Deli still regular treat in DeLand News-Journal staffer Amanda Cortright had lunch with her mom, Jane Bradford, recently at Bellini's Delicatessen in DeLand. They've both been going there for years -- it's a favorite spot. Q. What's it like? Bellini's is a DeLand tradition, that's been there for about 30 years. It's a mom-and-pop deli that's casual and very budget-friendly. The menu includes subs, pizza, pasta dinners and salads. Q. What did you order? Jane ordered her usual ... Read more »