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6 DAY TRIPS TO GET YOU OUT AND EXPLORING If you’re looking to escape for a bit, there are many day trips that are absolutely fantastic. You can watch rockets launch into the sky, swim around with manatees in pristine hot springs, take a high-speed airboat ride, or explore historic neighboring cities, just to name a few. We’re sharing 6 day trips that won’t take you all day to get to, along with our choices of where to eat and imbibe in each. So, whatever you’re in the mood for, hop in the car and let’s go!
BE AN ASTRONAUT FOR THE DAY! You don’t have to be a budding astronaut to appreciate the attractions at Kennedy Space Center (KSC) Visitor Complex (www.KennedySpaceCenter. com - (855) 433-4210). This famous NASA facility has historic launch pads, rocket exhibits, astronaut encounters, 3D IMAX films, and a poignant memorial to NASA’s fallen heroes. Arrive at the center as early as you can, as there’s enough here to keep you busy for the full day.
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EXPLORE Favorite exhibits include watching a live launch, the Space Shuttle Atlantis exhibit, the Shuttle Launch Experience, and the Apollo/Saturn V Center (where you can easily spend a few hours exploring the exhibits). Must-do upgrades include the Astronaut Training Experience (ATX) and Mars Base 1. Although astronauts need to eat dehydrated food, you don’t. Our favorite local diner destination is Dixie Crossroads (DixieCrossroads.com – (321) 268-5000), where we eat so many Corn Fritters; we can barely finish the Dixie Spectacular Combo!
Kennedy Space Center (KSC)
EXPLORE HISTORIC ST. AUGUSTINE Founded in 1565, Saint Augustine (www.VisitStAugustine. com - (904) 825-1000) is the oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement in the contiguous United
St. Augustine
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States. Established 55 years before the Pilgrims by Spanish explorer Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles of Spain. Amazing landmarks fill the historic downtown, and the Colonial Quarter is a living history taking you back in time. The hop-on/off trolley is a great way to explore the town. Top stops include the Pirate and Treasure Museum, Lightner Museum, Castillo de San Marcos, and don’t forget to explore picturesque St. George Street for charming boutique shops, antiques, and great food. You can even sail aboard the Schooner Freedom (www.SchoonerFreedom.com - (904) 810-1010). All that exploring will make you thirsty, and our pick for ‘cocktails with lunch’ is Forgotten Tonic (forgottentonic. com – (904) 827-9055), where our favorites are the Baked Brie and “I Can’t Even” cocktail. CONTINUED >
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ADVENTURE Wild Florida
AN AIRBOAT RIDE, DRIVE-THRU SAFARI ADVENTURE, AND GATOR PARK Travel deep into the protected swamps, marshes and rivers that make up the Headwaters of the Everglades on one of Wild Florida Airboats and Gator Park’s (WildFloridAirboats.com - (407) 957-3135) high-speed airboats. You get an in-depth look at the gators, birds, eagles, trees, and plants as you glide through endless miles of beautiful wilderness. Next, drive your own car through a Safari Park with more than 100 exotic animals and native Florida wildlife. You can even hand-feed giraffes from a platform high above the safari park with incredible views and check out the pond dedicated exclusively as a home for all the “nuisance” alligators trapped by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. To close out the day, explore the Gator Park where you can see albino gators, meet Crusher the monster alligator, get hands-on during a personal animal encounter with sloths, lemurs, porcupines, and gators, and explore the Hawk Swamp boardwalk through a pristine Florida cypress swamp ecosystem. Wild Florida’s own Chomp House Grill is a barbeque restaurant with smoked chicken, pulled pork, burgers, hotdogs. Our pick for lunch is a Swamp Slushy and Swamp Platter with fried catfish and gator – Just don’t tell Crusher!
THE MANATEES OF CRYSTAL RIVER
Wild Florida
If you’re a wildlife lover, few experiences are more thrilling than a face-to-face encounter with an endangered 1,500-pound West Indian Manatee. These gentle giants, sometimes called sea cows, swim in the warm waters of the Crystal River (Read.WG.Life/CrystalRiver). Remember to ‘Mind Your Manatee Manners’ (Read. WG.Life/MindYourManateeManners) as it is a felony to touch a manatee. Your best choice to swim and snorkel with the animals in their natural habitat is with an expert guide. River Ventures (www.RiverVentures.com – (352) 564-8687) has a 3-hour Swim with Manatee Tour and a Paddle with Manatee Tour. You can usually spot the manatee at any time of year, although November through March is the prime time when they come here to escape cooling sea temperatures. For dinner, check out the Seagrass Waterfront Pub and Grill (352-503-2007), where you can relax like a manatee and enjoy a Bacardi Yum Rum Runner and Parmesan Scallops. Manatees Of Crystal River
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The 46-mile long Withlacoochee State Trail (Read.WG.Life/Withlacoochee) on Florida’s central Gulf Coast is a perfect way to discover a part of Florida few get to see. The former stretch of railroad track managed by the State of Florida is part of their “rails-to-trails” program and follows the course of the Withlacoochee River from Dunnellon to Floral City on a paved recreational trail that’s perfect for hiking, biking, and skating. The trail is flat and ideal for all levels of cycling and fitness skill, and horseback riding is also available on a separate trail which parallels portions of the paved trail. The quiet Withlacoochee offers some of the most stunning vistas of old Florida along the Tsala Apopka, a chain of freshwater lakes, marsh, cypress swamps, and pasture extending for miles in every direction. Currently, the Trail is the longest paved rail-to-trail in the state and extends through three counties – Citrus, Hernando, and Pasco. Close to the Crystal River and a great starting point to ride (or walk), the trail is in Inverness. You can rent bikes from Dave’s Cycle World (352-6375757) for everyone in the family. History lovers will enjoy a visit to the Old Courthouse Heritage Museum (CCCourthouse.org) features a local history museum and is famous as a filming location from the 1961 movie “Follow That Dream” starring Elvis Presley. Citrus County Speedway (CitrusCountySpeedwayAndTrack.com) is a unique figure-8 racetrack that hosts several popular races throughout the season. After a long day on a long trail (46-miles long to be exact), dinner calls for something fresh and cool; sushi. Kawa Sushi (KawaSushiInverness.com - (352) 765-3337) where the Spicy Girl Roll and an ice-cold Ichiban is the winning combination.
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Saint Petersburg, which sits between the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay, is known for holding the title of “most consecutive days with sunshine” at 768 days! Downtown St. Petersburg is the city’s heart, home to great shopping, restaurants, bars, and cultural attractions. “The Sunshine City” offers a great mix of cultural and outdoorsy attractions. Baseball fans can catch a Tampa Bay Rays game at Tropicana Field (MLB.com/Rays/Ballpark). St. Pete is home to The Dalí (TheDali.org – (727) 823-3767), which has the largest collection of Dali’s work outside of Spain and well worth a visit. Exploring the beautiful Vinoy Park with tall banyan trees, outdoor cafes, iconic museums is a great
St. Petersburg
spend of the afternoon. While in the park, don’t forget to visit the historic Vinoy hotel (just note that this hotel is said to be haunted, although we have never experienced any ghosts). A few blocks from Tropicana Field, in the Grand Central District, is Trophy Fish (TrophyFishStPete. com - (727) 258-7883), where the menu changes daily according to the catch of the day, and the cocktail menu has won multiple awards. We just close our eyes and point to the menu!
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TALKING COMPETITION, FAMILY AND LIFE WITH A CROSSFIT LEGEND
ROAD
ABOUT 80 MILES EAST OF NASHVILLE, AMONG THE
Or, it could be the man of the hour himself—whose name
WINDING ROADS OF PUTNAM COUNTY, TENNESSEE,
appears throughout his home of Cookeville, from the road that
BETWEEN A BRICK HOUSE AND AN OLD RED BARN,
was named after him (though his dad may joke otherwise) to the
THERE’S A GRAVEL ROAD. It’s easy to miss in the expanse
city limits signs proudly displaying his accomplishment as the
of rolling hills that, in the fall, are colored in leaves of fiery
four-time Fittest Man on Earth: CrossFit legend Rich Froning.
reds, yellows and oranges seemingly from the sunset of a
If you know anything about competitive CrossFit, you
dream. And good luck picking the right one—the rural area
know Rich Froning. You know that he won four back-to-
full of history and a picture of the South is chock-full of them.
back individual CrossFit Games championships from 2011 to
But when you manage to find it and make it just far
2014. You likely know that he won the worldwide Open three
enough up the hill that you feel like you should turn around,
consecutive years. And, if you’ve caught “Froning: The Fittest
you’ll be there—though, it’s a toss-up of who you’ll be
Man in History,” the 2015 documentary, you’ve intimately fol-
greeted by first.
lowed his uncertain path to a fourth-straight CrossFit Games
It could be Mat Fraser, the three-time CrossFit Games Champion and reigning individual champ, heading home from a morning workout.
championship as a husband and new father. But what you can’t truly know until you’ve met Rich, who was raised just up the hill from where he and his
It could be Tia-Clair Toomey, the Queensland, Australia,
wife, Hillary, currently live just outside of Cookeville, is
native and two-year reigning CrossFit Games Individual
the pure humility and hospitality the Michigan-born,
Women Champion, doing a sled push on the outer side of
Southern-raised lifelong athlete—who has since traded
the property’s custom-built barn gym.
in competing individually for family time and lower-pres-
It could be Gilligan, the 7-year-old black lab; or Gipper, the
sure team competitions—exudes.
4-year-old Goldendoodle; you can find frolicking around the
In 2010, Rich hit rock bottom, quite literally, with a
picturesque landscape (but whatever you do, Mat warns—
second-place showing in the CrossFit Games. Unable to
laughing, but serious—do not throw the golf ball or rock
complete the formidable rope climb, Rich fell—a moment
Gipper is carrying, or else you’ll be indebted to him for all the
he’ll say marked a pivotal turning point in his professional
games of fetch until the end of time).
career and served as an eye-opening metaphor to his life.
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“I wasn’t willing to sacrifice being a dad.” “My major downfall was falling off the rope and trying to fig-
“Stepping away from the individual side, that had to happen.
ure out who I was and what I was doing this for,” Rich says over
When I was in individual, I was so fixated on competing at the
the sound of weights dropping through his CrossFit Mayhem
highest level—which you have to be to be the best in the world
team’s midday workout. “It really brought my faith back into
at anything,” Rich says. “There was no balance in my life, and I
perspective and showed me that CrossFit isn’t what defines
saw that. When we were going to have Lakelyn, I was like, ‘you
me—it’s Christ and my faith. And that’s why I got the tattoo
know what, either my fitness and me competing at that level
Galatians 6:14—it really put everything into perspective.”
is going to have to give or me being a dad.’ I wasn’t willing to
In the midst of preparing for his 2014 competition, Rich became
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sacrifice being a dad.”
a father for the first time when he and Hillary adopted their now
Rich and Hillary now have three adopted children: Lakelyn;
4-year-old daughter, Lakelyn—an event that had a large impact
Trice, whose full name is Richard III; and Harper Violet,
on his decision to remove himself from individual competition.
Lakelyn’s biological sister.
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“[Having Lakelyn] was a complete 180, and now every time I have a kid it switches in a different direction—in a good direction,” he continues. “My mindset 100 percent switched when we had Lakelyn. And when we had Trice. And then a third time when we had Violet—in good directions. It’s made me more well-rounded. Balance is hard; to be the best at anything, you can’t really be balanced. Now I’m trying to be the best father and husband I can be. It’s a good challenge; it’s fun.” Rich found some of that seemingly unattainable balance through his transition to team competitions, which have allowed him more of an opportunity to think about training while he’s training and to not think about training while he isn’t. “I get to be present in my life,” he says. “[In individual], even when I was doing other things, I was still thinking about what I needed to do, what I was missing out on. “Competing as an individual for me, I got burnt out,” he continues. “It’s been fun the last couple of years to be able to compete with a team. You push harder when you know somebody else is counting on you, and seeing how hard they push and what they sacrifice makes you want to do the same for them.” Outside of the gym, Rich now spends much of his time using his experience as a CrossFit champion and exercise science degree from Tennessee Tech creating online programming for his gym, CrossFit Mayhem, which is located on Rich Froning Way.
“Winning championships is great, but it’s like the next year somebody else wins...I enjoyed that, but I don’t want that to be what defines me. I want to be known as a good husband, a good father.” Among them are Mayhem Compete, a program for those beginning to take competition seriously or who want to take their fitness to the next level; Mayhem Masters, a program for competitive athletes ages 35-70; What’s Rich Doing, a program offering exactly what Rich is doing every day; Mayhem 60, a complete 60-minute workout for anyone with a garage gym; and M30, a short 30-minute workout designed for someone who travels or wants to work out at home with no access to equipment. Looking toward the future, Rich is in pursuit of moving forward. “Winning championships is great, but it’s like the next year somebody else wins so it’s always different,” Rich says. “I enjoyed that, but I don’t want that to be what defines me. I want to be known as a good husband, a good father. Moving forward [is important] for sure—not getting caught up in one thing that’s stuck—you’ve got to always be thinking about what’s next and what [you] need to do to grow as a person.” For more information about CrossFit Mayhem, access to Rich’s online programs or the opportunity to train alongside him in Cookeville, visit CrossFitMayhem.com. JUNE 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/SOU T HO R L A N D O
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+ 3-4 Slices of Green Apple + 6-8 Mint Leaves + 4-6 Spinach Leaves + .75 ounces Lemon + .75 ounces Simple + 1.5 ounces Spirit of Choice We’ve tried this drink with so many different spirits and just can’t decide on our favorite, so we like to leave it open to interpretation. To make, add apple, mint, spinach, lemon, and simple into a cocktail shaker (Make sure you’re using fresh lemon!) and muddle until the apples are pulp. Don’t be scared about the spinach— it doesn’t have a huge effect on the flavor but makes it a beautiful vibrant green color. Next, add ice and spirit and shake. Finally, double strain (with a Hawthorne strainer and fine mesh strainer to catch small bits of pulp) over fresh ice and enjoy!
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for the spirited home, mixing glam, com-
Schraeder. After getting married, Tamara
fort, and family. Tamara’s sense of style
and her husband took on old, dilapidated
and eye for what works has created an
homes that no one wanted and turned
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them into beautiful spaces.
expertise, furniture and décor. Tamara
One home in particular made Tamara
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the sought after designer she is today.
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While rescuing a home from foreclosure
Kansas.
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Best of all is Pinspiration’s unique Date Night Experience that includes a private room, wine and beer selections, menu items to snack on, and private access to Pinspiration’s “Splatter Room,” used exclusively for splatter painting (this method involves flinging, throwing, and dripping acrylic paint onto the canvas). “I really enjoy woodwork, sewing, and general crafting in my free time. So when my Dad came across the Pinspiration brand, he knew it was something I would love.” Said Austin Patterson, Owner, United States Marine Corps Veteran, and Jacksonville native. “We opened Orlando’s first Pinspiration in August 2020. It was a huge success, and we soon started receiving requests from customers to bring Pinspiration to West Orange County. We knew that Horizon West and Hamlin was the perfect community to open our second location.” Added Austin. Pinspiration provides patrons with materials, space, and instruction to create DIY art projects in a casual and fun environment. Strongly believing that crafting can be fun for anyone, “Guests can create their own idea on the spot or choose from an array of ever-changing monthly project menus. We wanted to create a space where people of all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds can come to enjoy themselves and create something truly unique.”
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“I love you so much.” It’s one of Austin’s many remarkable and Instagrammable street murals but is also a love letter from locals and visitors alike who adore this “weird” and wonderful city in the South. The capital city of Texas is best known for having a personality of its own, one bursting with foodie and fashion finds, outdoor activities and “Austintatious” art creations, a booming sphere of pro sports experiences (we see you Formula 1 and Austin FC), and seven days a week of live music to boot. Did we mention it’s sunny nearly 300 days a year? It’s time to GET AWAY!
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This month, our City Lifestyle family of travel enthusiasts are thrilled to collaborate with Visit Austin to introduce an exclusively curated guide to this lively destination paired with a GIVEAWAY* opportunity to win a 2-night trip for two, with round trip airfare from American Airlines! Sunny most days of the year, Austin is recognized for a myriad of outdoor experiences which you can experience both in downtown Austin with scenic views of the skyline, as well as the surrounding area, including local treasure, Lady Bird Lake. When it comes to luxury accommodations, one of the most stunning hotels in Austin is the Commodore Perry Estate. This striking and historic property, once a 10,800-square-foot private mansion known to host Jazz era social extravaganzas, has been transformed into a modern and European-influenced spectacular resort now open to the public.
Austin is renowned for pleasing palates, with an exceptional restaurant scene, including barbecue and tacos as its true soul foods. Pair your tacos with queso and the must-have margaritas for an authentic Tex-Mex meal, or indulge in Austin’s quintessential barbecue. Austin’s slowcooked, fall-off-the-bone brisket is a mouth-watering experience not to miss. Beyond barbecue and Tex-Mex is an entire mix of palate pleasers, from upscale Mediterranean and Asian to James Beard award-winning eateries. Geraldine’s inside Hotel Van Zandt is one of Austin’s iconic Rainey Street destinations. Equal parts restaurant, bar, rooftop and live music venue, Geraldine’s overlooks beautiful Lady Bird Lake and offers 4th f loor cabanas, a nightly concert lineup and a chef’s contemporary menu. CONTINUED >
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But first you should start your day with a cup of joe from Jo’s Coffee. Known for its iconic “i love you so much” mural-clad exterior on South Congress Avenue, patrons come for the hot coffee, good food, cold beer and people-watching. As for Austin’s retail and local maker scene, the possibilities are endless and elevated. 2ND Street District boasts a mix of boutiques and shops to get your fashion fix and new home decor. For the gentlemen, embrace the full district experience, shopping League of Rebels, a bespoke experience with tailor made lifestyle wear, or Bonobos, the pioneers of custom fit chinos. Then enjoy a fresh shave from Austin’s premier Finley’s Barber Shop. Following some retail therapy, head over to Upstairs Circus, a unique concept where DIY meets the bar; pick your project, enjoy a libation, create a masterpiece and be merry. Now let’s talk about live music. Whatever your scene is, you’ll find it here. With hundreds of live music venues, you have plenty of options available to soak up the sounds. ACL Live at The Moody Theater is home to the beloved Austin City Limits television show and hosts about 100 concerts year round.
WIN a 2-night GETAWAY to Austin! City Lifestyle and Visit Austin are giving one lucky winner and a guest the chance to explore Austin, TX with a uniquely curated hospitality itinerary filled with three days of complimentary hotel, food, entertainment and shopping experiences. This giveaway closes on June 30, 2022. The trip must be taken by the end of 2022. For a chance to win, follow @citylifestyle and @visitaustintx on Instagram and tag unlimited friends and family on the June 1st giveaway post for additional entries to win.
$4,000 AUSTIN GETAWAY FOR 2 INCLUDES: • Flights for 2 on American Airlines
• 2-nights at Commodore Perry Estate: includes breakfast daily and valet parking • Dinner for 2 at Geraldine’s: Chef’s Tasting - an open-ended meal for two, including food and beverages (does not include gratuity) • Breakfast for 2 at Jo’s Coffee • Retail in downtown Austin’s 2ND Street District: • $500 to League of Rebels • $50 to Bonobos • $50 to Finley’s Barber Shop • Tickets for 2 to ACL Live show of choice at Moody Theater (subject to availability and not valid for ACL TV tapings) • DIY Projects + Drinks for 2 to Upstairs Circus
Scan the code to ENTER to WIN at @citylifestyle on Instagram! Photography Christopher Sherman
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CHILI SO SIMPLE, EVEN A MAN CAN MAKE IT!
One Pot, No Stress HOMESTYLE CHILI It’s your local personal chef and recipe creator, Madison Lambert, aka Girl In The Green Apron and i’m so thrilled to be sharing some of my favorite dinners, desserts, and other delectables in this and upcoming issues. Over the years, I’ve done my fair share of leg work developing tasty recipes and figuring out the best tricks to pull them off seamlessly. I can’t wait to show what I’ve learned so you can create sensational meals without going through the same trial and error. I wanted to share a recipe that was hearty, rustic, and easy to execute for all you fellas out there aiming to expand your recipe repertoire. All it takes is a stroll down the canned vegetable aisle, one quick pass through the meat department, two items in the produce area, and spices you probably already have rolling around in your cupboard. Whether you’re having the boys over to watch the game, going to a potluck, or just spending a cozy night in with your significant other, this one-pot, no-fuss recipe will be your new go-to.
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Ingredients: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1.5 lbs ground beef 1 pack fully cooked homestyle beef pot roast (optional) 1 diced yellow onion 2 cloves minced garlic 1 can great northern beans 1 can spicy chili beans 1 can mild chili kidney beans 1 can dark kidney beans 2 cans butter beans 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilis 1 large can crushed tomatoes 1 can petite diced tomatoes 1 tbs beef bullion powder 2 tbs chili powder 2 tbs adobo seasoning salt and pepper to taste
Method: 1. Open and drain the liquid from all of the beans except for the Chili Beans. 2. Over medium heat, add oil to a large pot. Brown the ground beef until fully cooked, and set aside in a separate dish. 3. In the remaining oil, sweat the onion until softened and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 20 seconds just until aromatic. 4. Add the beans, ground beef, seasonings, and all remaining ingredients to the pot and stir to combine. Taste to ensure balanced flavor, and add any additional seasonings you like. 5. If using, shred the pot roast into small pieces, remove any fat, and add the roast along with the gravy to the pot. 6. Drop the heat to low, add a lid, and let simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Be sure to stir occasionally to avoid scorching the bottom. 7. Serve in deep soup bowls, and garnish as desired with shredded cheese, sour cream, onion, jalapeño, or any other favorites! I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do and it becomes your go-to for chili! If you want to learn more about my story, head over to GirlintheGreenApron.com or on Instagram at @GirlintheGreenApron_ (don’t forge the _ at the end).
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