Category Archives: Dining

New Owners for Tanners

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Bob Gernert

An interesting transition has just occurred in the realm of downtown Winter Haven’s eating establishments. One of our most popular restaurants, Tanner’s Pub, has transitioned ownership from John and Debbie Tennick to new owners Andrew Fearn and Adrian Troth. The … Continue reading →

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Hill Nissan to Present Tyrone Wells Live Downtown

Posted on November 17, 2010 by Bob Gernert

Singer /Songwriter Tyrone Wells will perform a concert in Winter Haven at Tanners Pub on Sunday, November 21, 2010. Doors open at 4:00 with music beginning at 5:00. Food will be available for purchase from 4:30 until 8:00. This is … Continue reading →

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Tennicks to Open Cafe at Six Ten Plaza

Posted on November 12, 2010 by Bob Gernert

John and Debbie Tennick, owner/operators of Tanner’s Pub have leased space and will open a cafe on the first floor of the Six Ten Plaza building on Avenue B at Second Street NW. The name of the cafe and the menu remain … Continue reading →

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Join Us for a Memorable Centennial Celebration …

Posted on September 16, 2010 by Bob Gernert

The Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce will present a very special Centennial Annual Meeting on Tuesday evening, September 28 at Nora Mayo Hall in the Florida Citrus Building (Third Street, NW). It will be a time to reflect as well … Continue reading →

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Sundown – A Great New Dining Option …

Posted on May 10, 2010 by Bob Gernert

The Sundown Southern Eatery officially opened its doors to a welcoming public on Monday, May 10, 2010. The totally renovated restaurant is bright and the decor is decidedly upscale and contemporary with three private dining areas in addition to the … Continue reading →

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Winter Haven Loses an Institution – Nick Christy

Posted on March 24, 2010 by Bob Gernert

Legendary Winter Haven Restaurateur Nicholas “Nick” Christy, 91, died on Monday, March 22. Christy came to Winter Haven in the early 1950s and purchased what was then called the Sundown Restaurant. He brought his own special flair and Greek influence … Continue reading →

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Renaissance for the Sundown Restaurant

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Bob Gernert

Looking west from the Sundown lounge area into the newly expanded foyer. Dining entrance is at right. Major renovations and upgrades (105% by some accounts … tongue-in-cheek) will transform the iconic Christy’s Sundown into an all new dining experience when … Continue reading →

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Fuller and Tinsley are 2010 Banker’s Cup Winners

Posted on February 12, 2010 by Bob Gernert

Mrs. William H. (Eunice) Fuller and George Wm. Tinsley, Sr. were honored as Winter Haven’s Woman and Man of the year at ceremonies Thursday evening at Nora Mayo Hall. Mrs. Fuller, a quiet and diverse philanthropist, is known for her … Continue reading →

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Final Taste of Winter Haven Menus … m-m-m-m-m-m

Posted on February 9, 2010 by Bob Gernert

The menus are in and guests at this year’s Banker’s Cup/Taste of Winter Haven are in for an evening of delicious fun and celebration. Sample the following … Arabella’s Bistecca di Manzo – Sliced NY strip in a mushroom brandy … Continue reading →

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Savor the Menus From Banker’s Cup/Taste …

Posted on February 3, 2010 by Bob Gernert

M-m-m-m-m-m-m-m-m-m! In just little more than a week you can enjoy an exquisite “Taste of Winter Haven” at the Banker’s Cup Awards banquet Thursday, February 11 beginning at 6:30 p.m. The black-tie optional affair is anevening of wonderful food and … Continue reading →

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