Category Archives: Dining

WAWA Coming to Winter Haven …

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Bob Gernert

Look for a very popular and successful convenience/fuel store named “Wawa” to build a 5,500 square foot store with an eight-island fuel station at 1490 3rd Street SW — former home of Cypress Lincoln Mercury. The site will be cleared … Continue reading →

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Taste of Winter Haven Menus Will Tempt You …

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Bob Gernert

The Taste of Winter Haven menus are complete and what they describe will make your evening delectable!  There are still a few good seats left for the evening – link below.  Here’s what you will be served … *Arabellas Ristorante … Continue reading →

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Banker’s Cup/Taste of WH — YUMMY PREVIEW!!!

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Bob Gernert

Mark your calendar for Thursday, February 2, 2012 — and have a light lunch!  This year’s Banker’s Cup/Taste of Winter Haven features 11 great restaurants, a wonderful wine boutique and Richard’s Fine Coffees. Just to whet your appetite, here are … Continue reading →

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Aldi, Zaxby’s and Murphy Oil Planned for Haven …

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Bob Gernert

Site plans have been submitted for a multi-structure development directly north of Payless Shoes and south of the former Atlanta Bread store (US Highway 17 and Avenue K, SW across from Citi Centre). The parcel was formerly occupied by Winter … Continue reading →

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Call for Nominations: 2012 Banker’s Cup Awards

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Nominations Accepted Through Monday, January 23 Mark Your Calendar: Taste of Winter Haven/Awards Banquet – February 2 Chamber President Nelson Kirkland has called upon interested organizations or individuals to present nominees for the 2012 Bankers Cup Awards. Traditionally, both a man … Continue reading →

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New Book is Resource to Play, Eat And Shop

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Three ambitious local women have just published a great resource for residents and visitors alike. “Sweet P.E.A.S.” is a collection of Winter Haven and East Polk places to Play, Eat, And Shop. From LEGOLAND® Florida to Fantasy of Flight and … Continue reading →

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First Tenant at The Landings

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Officials with The Landings redevelopment project on the Chain of Lakes complex property have announced that the first official tenant in the $150 million hotel/restaurant/entertainment  venue will be Panera Bread. Phase I of the project will involve the northeast quadrant … Continue reading →

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Welcome Cool, Refreshing “Yogurt Grove” – Downtown!

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Downtown Winter Haven is home to a delicious new way to cool down with a variety of great frozen yogurt flavors and special toppings! Yogurt Grove is a self-serve frozen yogurt experience featuring 12 rotating flavors of delicious, authentic frozen … Continue reading →

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“PEP Rally” at Tanner’s Pub – August 21 (Actually It’s Their New Sunday Brunch!)

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Join your friends at Tanner’s Pub on Sunday, August 21 and help the Public Education Partnership (PEP) at the same time! Enjoy their new Sunday Brunch: 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Brunch will include complimentary mimosa upon your arrival. Carving stations … Continue reading →

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Blue Sapphire to Become “Blue Room” …

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Bob Gernert

John and Debbie Tennick have purchased Blue Sapphire Sushi at 5793 Cypress Gardens Boulevard in the Towne Center adjacent to LEGOLAND Florida. Plans call for the Blue Sapphire’s conversion to a comfortable place to enjoy wine and cocktails with appetizers. … Continue reading →

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